Brazil's commitment to lung health is not just a recent trend. It's a journey that has been ongoing for decades. At the heart of this journey are two key players: a society and a journal. Both have been working quietly but effectively to improve lung health in the country. First, let's talk about t
Brazil's congress has given a boost to Jair Bolsonaro, the ex-president who was handed a 27-year prison term for plotting to overthrow the government after the 2022 elections. The new law, which has been cleared by both the lower house and the senate, could cut Bolsonaro's time behind bars significa
Italy's highest court has backed a lower court's decision to clear Matteo Salvini, the country's transport minister and leader of the League party, of charges related to a 2019 migrant standoff. The Supreme Court's ruling means Salvini cannot be tried again for the same incident. The case dates bac
Brazil is becoming a hotspot for crypto investments. A new player, Valour, just got the green light to launch a Solana ETP on the B3 exchange. This means Brazilian investors can now easily add Solana to their portfolios without dealing with the complexities of direct crypto trading. Valour already
Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d
France has been quietly backing Benin's government in the wake of a recent coup attempt. This support included sharing intelligence and providing logistical help. The French government also worked closely with Nigeria, which sent military aid to Benin at the request of Benin's President Patrice Talo
France's top cinema official, Gaëtan Bruel, isn't happy about Netflix's big move to buy Warner Bros Discovery. He shared his thoughts at the Red Sea Film Festival. Bruel worries this deal could hurt movie theaters. He thinks Netflix might show fewer movies in theaters. This has been a problem before
Italy's defence chief recently hinted that more countries might soon hop on board the GCAP jet project. This isn't just any jet—it's a high-tech, next-gen fighter set to debut around 2035. Right now, Italy, Britain, and Japan are the main players, but Germany, Australia, Saudi Arabia, and Canada are
Brazil's teen pregnancy rates have been on a rollercoaster over the past 13 years. Between 2010 and 2023, the numbers first climbed and then started to fall. By 2023, the rate for girls aged 15-19 was 41. 6 births per 1, 000, while for those aged 10-14, it was just 2. 1 per 1, 000. These numbers sho
France is in for a rough ride. The country's population is getting older fast. By 2070, nearly one in three people will be over 65. Meanwhile, the number of working-age people will drop by more than 3 million. This shift is a big deal for France's finances. Right now, healthcare, pensions, and cari
