The São Paulo Jazz Weekend debuts this weekend, drawing inspiration from legendary jazz festivals. This two-day event at Memorial da América Latina showcases jazz, bossa nova, choro, and Brazilian instrumental music. Newport Jazz Festival, the “grandfather of music festivals,” celebrated its 70th anniversary in July. Its founder, George Wein, also created the New Orleans Jazz […]
Related Posts
Brazil’s President called for equality, representing the voice of the Global South
At a bank event in Fortaleza, Brazil’s President Lula called for equality, representing the voice of the Global South. He said, “We are the Global South and demand equality.” He believes a growing BRICS will help emerging countries. They can now demand to be treated as equals. A recent summit in South Africa added new […]
Foreign Tourist Spending in Brazil Soars to New Heights in Early 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, Brazil experienced record-breaking foreign tourist spending and visitor numbers. According to the Ministry of Tourism, 740,483 international visitors brought in $2.06 billion, surpassing all previous records since 1995. International tourist numbers increased by 28.8% compared to the first quarter of 2023. They exceeded the previous high of 728,742 visitors […]
Colombia’s Workforce Overhaul: Promises and Pitfalls of New Labor Laws
President Gustavo Petro’s proposed labor reform in Colombia has ignited fierce debate across various sectors. The reform aims to bolster workers’ rights and stimulate economic growth, but critics warn of potential negative consequences. Key changes include increasing overtime pay for Sundays and holidays from 75% to 100%. Additionally, the start of the night shift has […]