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Brazil Do's and Don'ts
New ReviewCompared to many countries, Brazil actually has fewer rules concerning social etiquette in business settings. But do you really know what’s expected of non-Brazilian professionals in business interactions? Get up to speed on business...
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Brazil Demographics
New ReviewBrazil is the most populous country in South America and second only to the United States in the Western Hemisphere. About 32 percent of the country’s population lives in the thirteen largest metropolitan regions. The largest of Brazil’s...
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Brazil Customs
New ReviewBirths and baptisms are causes for celebration throughout the Catholic world. But unlike people in other cultures, Brazilians celebrate a child’s first birthday with such fanfare that the festivities sometimes rival wedding receptions....
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Brazil Currency
New ReviewThe local currency in Brazil is the reai, called reais in plural. One reai is equal to 100 centavos. Learn more about local nuances for exchanging money in urban centers and rural towns. You’ll want to carry cash with you at all times,...
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Brazil Corporate Culture
New ReviewAs with many aspects of Brazilian life, corporate culture varies by region, industry sector, and other factors. Learn more about the corporate culture of Brazilian firms and foreign multinationals, those operating in Sao Paolo, one of...
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Brazil Male Female Relationships
New ReviewThe importance of relationships, both physical and emotional, is evident in every aspect of Brazilian life. Brazil has been and remains a traditional patriarchal culture, much like its Latin neighbors. In the upper class, men have...
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Brazil Legal System
New ReviewBrazil's legal system might have its origins in Roman law, but it has unquestionably evolved over time. In fact, several constitutions have been introduced over the years. Learn more about this evolution, the most recent constitution,...
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Brazil Religion
New ReviewSince the sixteenth century, Roman Catholicism has influenced just about every facet of Brazilian life, from daily mass to weekly churchgoing to major events like births, weddings, and funerals. And although Catholicism is losing...
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Brazil History
New ReviewHow has Brazil become the melting pot it is today? Find out by reviewing Brazil’s historical highlights and how the economy has evolved over the centuries. Learn about the arrival of Europeans in the 1500s; how Portugal extended rule and...
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Brazil Food and Eating Habits
New ReviewIt’s hard to generalize about the cuisine of Brazil since it’s been influenced by many cultures and varies by region. Generally, Brazilians start the day with a very light breakfast. Lunch is generally the main meal of the day,...
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Brazil Economy
New ReviewBrazil's economic outlook has varied throughout history, marked by periods of expansion and periods of uncertainty. But you might not realize that each period of growth in Brazil’s economy has been largely characterized by the importance...
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Venezuela's Leadership and Economic Crisis Explained
New ReviewThe leadership of Nicolás Maduro has brought Venezuela to the verge of revolution as its mismanaged economy collapses.
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The Zika Outbreak Explained
New ReviewThe Zika virus is spreading through the Americas and is suspected to be causing babies to be born with tiny heads (and less developed brains).
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The Most & Least Religious States in America
New ReviewAmerica's ten most (and least) religious states, compared.
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Fact Checked: Clinton/Trump Debate
New ReviewThe many lies and truths told by Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in the first 2016 U.S. presidential debate.
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American Revolution: Greatest Revolutions, Part 2
New ReviewThe American and French Revolutions change the power dynamics of the world. Part 2 of our educational timeline of History's Greatest Revolutions.
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America's Sources of Immigration (1850-Today)
New ReviewA state-by-state look at the history of U.S. immigration, showing the leading country of origin for newcomers in each territory, by decade.
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15 Years of Terror
New ReviewAn animated video infographic showing every terrorist attack with more than 20 deaths between 1/12/2000 and 11/13/2015.
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U.S. vs China - What The World Thinks
New ReviewThe U.S. and China will likely be the two most influential countries for the rest of the 21st century. This is how people in 40 countries around the world currently view the two nations across a variety of global issues, according to a...
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Future Sea Level Rise: Top 10 Countries In Danger
New ReviewThese are the top 10 countries threatened by the 6 meter sea level rise we are almost guaranteed to see in the not-too-distant future, according to the projected pace of global warming and ice melt in Greenland and Antarctica.
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This Island Appears Only Once In 7 Years!
New ReviewThis video explores the mysterious island that emerges every seven years revealing the fascinating natural forces behind this rare phenomenon.
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What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Might It Be Real?
What is the butterfly effect? The Real Butterfly Effect -- Imagine this scenario, a butterfly flutters its wings in Brazil, and it sets off a cascade of events over the course of time, which results in the touchdown of a tornado in...
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Exploring the Umbu: The Brazilian Plum
Preschool Prep Alphabet Fruit From A-Z V1-0022 Discover the unique Umbu fruit, also known as the Brazil plum, originating from Brazil. With its green, leathery exterior and soft, yellow interior, this fruit offers a delightful blend of...