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Brazilian Influencer Rita Ephrem Dies at 31
Culturetmz4d ago

Brazilian Influencer Rita Ephrem Dies at 31

Brazilian social media influencer Rita Ephrem, who had over 300K followers, has died at the age of 31 after a battle with a rare auto-inflammatory disease. She had been documenting her experience with the condition on Instagram.

Korean Culture Booms in Latin America
CultureThe Guardian5d ago

Korean Culture Booms in Latin America

Korean culture, encompassing K-pop, skincare, food, and clothing, is experiencing a surge in popularity across Latin American countries such as Chile, Mexico, and Brazil.

Worldpublico8d ago

The Reality of Digital Archives: Data Centers as Concrete Clouds

An opinion piece reflects on the physical reality of digital archives, describing data centers in countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brazil as concrete buildings filled with hot silicon, metal, and noisy fans, contrasting with the ethereal concept of 'the cloud'.

WTO Ministerial Conference Concludes with E-commerce Deadlock, Morocco Strengthens Trade Ties
Politicsstraits-timeschannel-news-asiaseeking-alpha+2morocco-world-newsclub-of-mozambique8d ago5 sources

WTO Ministerial Conference Concludes with E-commerce Deadlock, Morocco Strengthens Trade Ties

The World Trade Organization's ministerial conference in Yaoundé, Cameroon, concluded without an agreement on the moratorium for customs duties on electronic commerce after Brazil blocked a deal. During the conference, Morocco actively participated, represented by Foreign Trade Secretary Omar Hjira, to strengthen its global trade partnerships.

WTO Talks Deadlock Over E-commerce Duties After Brazil Blocks Deal, Progress Stalls on Digital Trade Rules
BusinessReutersFTfaz+9DWla-vanguardiaindian-expressstraits-timesjapan-timesKorea Heraldchannel-news-asiataipei-times+1 more8d ago12 sources

WTO Talks Deadlock Over E-commerce Duties After Brazil Blocks Deal, Progress Stalls on Digital Trade Rules

WTO discussions have ended in deadlock after Brazil blocked a deal on e-commerce duties, further exposing significant fault lines between wealthy and developing nations. Progress on digital trade rules has also suffered a setback, with Brazil's actions threatening tariffs on electronic transmissions, and broader reform debates remaining stalled.

WTO Talks on E-commerce Duties Moratorium Deadlocked
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WTO Talks on E-commerce Duties Moratorium Deadlocked

Discussions at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding a moratorium on e-commerce duties have reached a deadlock, even as a broader reform plan for the organization approaches a potential deal.

Culturepublico11d ago

Ivete Sangalo to Bring Samba and Pagode Show to Portugal

Brazilian singer Ivete Sangalo will present her 'Ivete Clareou' samba and pagode project in Cascais, Portugal, this September, with other artists like Arnaldo Antunes and Maiara e Maraisa also scheduled to perform during the summer.

China Executes French National for Drug Smuggling
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China Executes French National for Drug Smuggling

China executed a French national convicted of drug smuggling, with the French Foreign Ministry stating that the man's defense was not allowed to participate in the final court hearing.

Brazil's Biofuel Strategy Mitigates Oil Crisis Impact
Environmentobservador3d ago

Brazil's Biofuel Strategy Mitigates Oil Crisis Impact

Brazil's long-term investment in biofuels and flex-fuel technology has helped cushion the impact of the global oil crisis, with gasoline prices rising only 5.5% in March. This unique resilience is attributed to fifty years of developing ethanol and biodiesel.

Culturepublico5d ago

Brazilian-Owned Cafeterias Rank Among Portugal's Best

Orioli Coffee, owned by Felipe Orioli, secured first place in the Lisbon Coffee Week competition for Portugal's best cafeterias, with Parioca Café in second and Filtrô in fourth, highlighting the success of Brazilian projects in the ranking.

International Booker Prize Shortlist Announced, Featuring Diverse Global Authors
CultureNYTThe GuardianNPR+4France 24dnevnik-bgindian-expressstraits-times6d ago7 sources

International Booker Prize Shortlist Announced, Featuring Diverse Global Authors

The six finalists for the International Booker Prize have been announced, including Marie NDiaye, Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, and Daniel Kehlmann, alongside a 'French witch' and a 'sworn virgin', for the £50,000 prize, with the 2026 shortlist featuring a 'Brazilian nightmare,' a 'Taiwanese romance,' and a 'German reckoning.'

Aircraft Engine Catches Fire
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Aircraft Engine Catches Fire

An aircraft engine has reportedly caught fire, though specific details about the incident are not yet available.

Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Leaves Hospital for Home Arrest
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Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Leaves Hospital for Home Arrest

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, 71, has been discharged from the hospital and transferred to his residence to serve his sentence under home arrest, following his admission for bronchopneumonia with symptoms including high fever and chills.

Trump Extends Iran Deadline, Pauses Strikes, as Israel Targets Regime Leaders and Oil Prices React
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Trump Extends Iran Deadline, Pauses Strikes, as Israel Targets Regime Leaders and Oil Prices React

Donald Trump has extended a deadline for a strike threat by 10 days and paused attacks on Iran’s energy sector, giving Iranians ten more days to open the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a fall in oil prices. Meanwhile, Israel reportedly assassinated Iranian regime leaders involved in the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

Trump Extends Pause on Iran Energy Strikes; Oil Prices Decline
WorldReutersBBCwsj+58FTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsnrkyle-uutiset+50 more11d ago61 sources

Trump Extends Pause on Iran Energy Strikes; Oil Prices Decline

Donald Trump has extended the deadline for pausing strikes on Iran's energy sites until April 6, stating that talks were going 'very well,' leading to a slight decline in global oil prices in early Asian trading.

India Sees Record Hikes in Jet Fuel and Commercial LPG Prices Amid Iran War
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India Sees Record Hikes in Jet Fuel and Commercial LPG Prices Amid Iran War

Prices for commercial LPG have increased by Rs 195.50, premium petrol by Rs 11 per litre to Rs 160, and jet fuel has crossed Rs 2 lakh per kilolitre, with these surges attributed to escalating global oil prices linked to the West Asia conflict. The US-Israel war with Iran is directly hitting India's aviation and hospitality sectors, causing record-breaking aviation fuel prices and more expensive commercial LPG cylinders.

Brazil's Lula Names VP as Running Mate Amid Slipping Poll Numbers
Politicsel-mundoTimes of Indiastraits-times7d ago3 sources

Brazil's Lula Names VP as Running Mate Amid Slipping Poll Numbers

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has named his vice president as his running mate for the upcoming October election. This decision comes as recent polls indicate the veteran leftist president is slipping to a dead heat with his main opponent, Flavio Bolsonaro.

UN Demands Justice for Iranian School Bombing Amid Israel-Iran Conflict
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UN Demands Justice for Iranian School Bombing Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

The UN human rights chief expressed 'visceral horror' over the deadly bombing of an Iranian school, demanding justice and urging Washington to conclude its probe. This comes as Israel launched extensive attacks on Tehran and Iran attacked Kuwait's port, with rescue teams finding children's toys in the rubble.