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Mão Santa

Mão Santa

By Maria Raquel

The death of Oscar Schmidt this Friday (April 17) marks the end of the career of one of the greatest scorers in the history of world basketball — and perhaps one of the most unlikely by modern standards. Known as “Mão Santa” — literally “Blessed Hand,” a nickname earned for his uncanny shooting accuracy — he scored more than 49,000 points and built a giant legacy without ever seeming concerned about looking like one.

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✅🕒 Published on April 17, 2026 - 19:23

The Icon Who Said No

By Maria Raquel

In an industry built on permanent exposure, Brigitte Bardot made the most radical gesture possible: she refused to keep being seen. While cinema, the press, and the public demanded more, she chose less. There was no formal farewell, no legacy strategy. There was only an exit.

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✅🕒 Published on December 28, 2025 - 19:19

When Escape Is Not Enough

When Escape Is Not Enough

By Maria Raquel

Forced marriage remains one of the most persistent human rights violations worldwide, primarily affecting women and girls. It occurs when one or both parties do not freely consent and are coerced through family pressure, violence, or threats. Often linked to specific cultural traditions, the practice crosses continents, social classes, and political systems.

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✅🕒 Published on December 22, 2025 - 16:53

Christmas In High Light

Christmas In High Light

By Maria Raquel

Christmas arrives illuminated. Not as a metaphor, but as a fact. The lights that take over streets, squares, and shop windows serve more than a decorative purpose: they provoke measurable reactions in people. Studies in environmental psychology and neuroscience indicate that well-lit environments—especially with warm and colorful lights—increase feelings of well-being, reduce perceived stress, and encourage positive social behavior.

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✅🕒 Published on December 15, 2025 - 17:45

Diplomatic Tensions: Israeli Troops Fire At International Delegation In The West Bank

Diplomatic Tensions: Israeli Troops Fire At International Delegation In The West Bank

By Maria Raquel

On May 21, 2025, Israeli troops fired warning shots near an international diplomatic delegation visiting Jenin, in the occupied West Bank. The group included representatives from countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Canada, China, and Russia. Although no one was injured, the incident triggered immediate condemnation from several nations, which summoned Israeli ambassadors for explanations.

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✅🕒 Published on May 22, 2025 - 14:47

Spain Cracks Down On Illegal Short-Term Rentals In Bid To Rebalance Housing Rights

Spain Cracks Down On Illegal Short-Term Rentals In Bid To Rebalance Housing Rights

By Maria Raquel

Spain has intensified its efforts to counter the effects of short-term tourism on its housing market, following years of unchecked growth by platforms like Airbnb. Since the mid-2010s, cities like Barcelona, Madrid, and regions such as the Balearic Islands have seen a sharp rise in residential properties converted into tourist accommodations, driving up the cost of living and hollowing out traditional neighborhoods.

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✅🕒 Published on May 21, 2025 - 12:47

Famine Threatens 2 Million In Gaza, Who Warns Of Total Collapse

Famine Threatens 2 Million In Gaza, Who Warns Of Total Collapse

By Maria Raquel

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached its most critical point since the conflict with Israel began in October 2023. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around **2.23 million people** — virtually the entire population of the territory — are facing **acute food insecurity**, with approximately **470,000** already in a state of **catastrophic famine (IPC Phase 5)**, the most severe level on the global food security scale.

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✅🕒 Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:32

Madness Cannot Be Locked Away: The Global Fight Against Asylums

Madness Cannot Be Locked Away: The Global Fight Against Asylums

By Maria Raquel

On May 18, Brazil observes its National Anti-Asylum Day. The date honors the memory of Carlos Alberto Barcellos Júnior—known as Carlito—a 26-year-old man who was beaten to death in 1987 by employees at a psychiatric hospital in Minas Gerais after attempting to escape. His murder became a symbol of systemic violence and marked a turning point for Brazil’s mental health reform.

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✅🕒 Published on May 18, 2025 - 16:39

When Help Rises From Pain: Campaign Brings Relief To Terror Victims In India

When Help Rises From Pain: Campaign Brings Relief To Terror Victims In India

By Maria Raquel

Violence along the India-Pakistan border has flared up again—not just as a headline, but as real-life tragedy. After a terrorist attack on Hindu tourists in Pahalgam, northern India, and a retaliatory military response that struck civilian areas, at least 16 people were killed and thousands were left homeless. Amid this crisis, a different kind of response emerged: the NGO Sewa International launched the campaign “Rising From Terror” to support survivors.

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✅🕒 Published on May 13, 2025 - 10:00

Feeding With Courage: A Spoonful Against Allergies

Feeding With Courage: A Spoonful Against Allergies

By Maria Raquel

Forget the old advice about avoiding certain foods in a baby’s first year. A new generation of mothers, doctors, and scientists is flipping the script — and they’ve got serious science to back them up. Kicking off during Allergy Awareness Week, GrowHappy is here with a bold proposal: feed early, feed often.

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✅🕒 Published on May 12, 2025 - 10:45

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