Brazil
Environment
Never-Before-Seen Ore With a Rare Earth Element Discovered
Chinese researchers have recently discovered a new ore called niobobaotite in the Inner Mongolian city of Baotou, which contains the rare earth element niobium. This is a significant advancement in materials science and mining considering niobium is highly valued...
Culture
The New Seven Wonders of the World
In the second century BC, the outstanding Greek engineer, physicist, and writer Philo of Byzantium compiled a list of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Amazing works of art and designs have become monuments to man's immense ingenuity,...
History
The Greatest Free-Kick in Soccer History
On June 3, 1997, Brazil's Roberto Carlos stunned the world with the greatest free-kick in soccer history in a match against France.
The free-kick was taken from 35 yards out. It looked like his rasping strike, hit at 136.7 kph...
Animals
Spider Poison May Treat Erectile Dysfunction, Scientists Say
Thirty years ago, Brazilian scientists started looking into an interesting outcome of getting bitten by a banana spider: the venom caused people to experience priapism, which is a painful and long-lasting erection.
Inspired by the spider's venom, these scientists worked...
Politics
Lula Regains Control in Brazil After Day of Riots by Bolsonaro Supporters
Supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed Brazil’s Congress and presidential offices on Sunday over claims of a rigged election.
Greek News
Greek Former PM Tsipras Meets Leftist Leaders at Lula’s Inauguaration
Greek main opposition SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance leader Alexis Tsipras, who has been invited to the swearing-in ceremony of the new President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, had a series of brief meetings and conversations with heads of state...
Greek News
Lula Vows Reconstruction of Brazil as He is Sworn In
Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was sworn in as President on Sunday, and in his first address expressed optimism about plans to rebuild the country.
He also pledged that members of outgoing Jair Bolsonaro’s administration will be held accountable.
The...
Greek News
Former Greek PM Tsipras Meets Lula; Calls for Unity of the Left
On Saturday, former Greek PM and leader of main opposition Syriza, Alexis Tsipras, met Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva—often known simply as Lula—in Brasilia. Lula is set to be inaugurated on Sunday for a third term as Brazilian President.
The...
Celebrities
The Untold Story of Pele, the “Greatest Athlete of All Time”
With the death of Brazilian soccer legend Pele on December 29, 2022, many fans are reflecting on the career of arguably one of the greatest athletes ever.
Pele, a legend, was not just a soccer magician but a center of...
Celebrities
When Pele Played Soccer in Greece
Soccer fans are mourning the loss of Pele, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players to ever step onto the field. For Greek soccer fans, 1961 marks the year that Pele played in Greece.
In the...