Tag Archives: South America

Remember that impeachment thing? Uhh, nevermind. Maybe.

Posted on May 9, 2016 by agogo22

This story is just getting curiouser and curiouser http://tiburonnews.com/2016/05/09/remember-that-impeachment-thing-uhh-nevermind-maybe/

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Impeachment of Brazil’s Dilma Rousseff is a setback for the whole country — New Internationalist

Posted on May 6, 2016 by agogo22

Increased political polarization has fueled the growth of the far right wing and repression of social movements, writes Sarah Roure. Source: Impeachment of Brazil’s Dilma Rousseff is a setback for the whole country — New Internationalist

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Candomblé: The Epilogue

Posted on April 3, 2016 by agogo22

It’s been awhile now since that fateful night…afraid and alone in a favela…confused, squished, and sweaty…and I’ve had some time to reflect. First and foremost, I was not prepared for the ritual. Yes, it’s probably half my fault for being … Continue reading →

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Floods, Mudslides Kill 15 In Brazil

Posted on March 12, 2016 by agogo22

At least 15 people have been killed, following flooding and mudslides, in and around the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo. http://atwnetwork.com/2016/03/11/floods-mudslides-kill-15-in-brazil/

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You must be nuts!

Posted on January 28, 2016 by agogo22

I bet you don’t know what these are … … or maybe you do if you’re from Brazil or Thailand, but I had never heard of cashew fruit or juice before coming to Brazil. Yes, of course I knew what cashew … Continue reading →

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Carnaval in Recife, Brasil |Segundo

Posted on January 27, 2016 by agogo22

Last year we were full of excitement. Not just the typical thrill of joining the most beautiful party in the world, we were even more ecstatic to reunite with our friends we had met over in Barcelona. To celebrate life with … Continue reading →

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Carnaval in Encarnacion

Posted on January 27, 2016 by agogo22

I’d always thought that Carnaval was something that only happened in Rio de Janeiro but it seems it’s celebrated all across South America. I’m not sure if Carnaval celebrations predate the colonial invasions but with christianity they became a way … Continue reading →

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Six Brazilian foods you should try that aren’t barbecue

Posted on January 22, 2016 by agogo22

Last week, I wrote that Brazil is waiving its visa requirement for a few months this year, making it suddenly easier to visit the country. So if you’ve ever wanted to visit Brazil, 2016 is the time to do it. One … Continue reading →

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A quaint, colonial stay

Posted on January 19, 2016 by agogo22

Sitting outside an ice cream parlour along the cobbled streets of this colonial town our table and chairs were on the wonk, dipping into the crevices left by years of neglect as homage to its history. The crisp, white buildings … Continue reading →

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Does Brazil Have A Better Idea?

Posted on January 7, 2016 by agogo22

I saw this the other day….I am not sure how accurate it is….it may well be just a propaganda ploy…..however if the infograph is accurate then Brazil is doing something right……. Anyone with first hand knowledge please let my readers … Continue reading →

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