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Military · BrazilMilitary teams from São Paulo, who traveled to Rio Grande do Sul after the storms that flooded hundreds of cities in the state, have already rescued at least 900 people and about 70 animals in the last six days. On Wednesday (8), the death toll reached 100 and at least 130 people were missing. The rescue total is from Major Adriano José Barufaldi of the Fire Department, who commands a team of 31 firefighters, 19 military aviation personnel, and …See the Story
“Trabalhamos 24 horas, nunca vi nada como essa tragédia”, diz major dos Bombeiros de SP no RS à CNN
Brazil · BrazilThe five member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (UEEA) opened their markets for the Brazilian export of live pigs. The group consists of Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. According to an official note from the Brazilian government, this is the second major commercial opening in the UEEA for domestic agricultural products in less than 10 months.
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Five countries open markets for Brazilian exports of live pigs
Climate Change · Rio De JaneiroInvestments in adaptation are essential and have the potential to generate jobs and boost regional development. The tragedy that plagues Rio Grande do Sul is an urgent call for Brazil to adapt to extreme weather events. A survey by the Brazil Climate Center (CBC) reveals an alarming reality: only three of the 27 Brazilian states have updated climate adaptation plans. Most states don't even have a structured plan, while others need updating or su…See the Story
Adapting to climate change can't wait any longer
Brazil · BrazilThe Chamber of Deputies approved the bill project that defines rules to stimulate hiring, such as an employee, apprentice, or intern, of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The matter will be sent to the Senate. The text was approved on Wednesday (8) and, according to the project, within the scope of the National Employment System (Sine), it will fall to the Union to maintain a specific registry of ASD candidates for intermediation of jo…See the Story