Brazil's recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favelas left many dead, raising questions about the country's approach to crime and politics. Over 2, 500 officers, backed by drones and armored vehicles, stormed the areas, resulting in dozens of deaths. Governor Cláudio Castro called it a success, but for the families of the victims, it was a tragic loss. This e...
Virna Jandiroba, a top UFC strawweight contender, is set to face Mackenzie Dern in a highly anticipated rematch. But beyond her fighting skills, her background and roots have sparked interest among fans. Born and raised in Serrinha, a small city in Bahia, Brazil, Jandiroba carries the vibrant culture and traditions of her homeland into the Octagon. Growing up in nor...
In Salvador, Brazil, a unique program is making waves in how future doctors and nurses learn to work together. The program is called Programa Candeal. It is a program that has been around for a while but has not been studied until now. It is a part of the Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health. It focuses on getting students out of the classroom and into th...
A small marine creature, the mysid (Americamysis bahia), is used to test the long-term harm of pesticides. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the US requires these tests for pesticide registration. The current testing guidelines, which were last updated in 1996, have some issues. With the help of over 30 years of data, researchers have found areas for impro...
Florida residents are no strangers to hurricanes. But two strong storms, Helene and Milton, hitting close together? That's a first for many. The Bahia Vista Gulf condominium complex in Venice faced a tough task. After cleaning up from Hurricane Helene, they had to start all over again with Hurricane Milton. "It's like we're back to square one," said board member Bill...