A recent survey by Datafolha highlights that 39% of Brazilians feel “very unsafe” at night, a noticeable increase of 5% from the previous poll in September 2023. Another 26% report feeling “somewhat unsafe.” This survey, involving 2,002 people over 16 across Brazil, reveals a growing unease. While 14% still feel “very safe,” the number of […]
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