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Born raised and educated in nyc where I first began to work for ny Daily Mirror and Herald Tribune as a copy boy and as a cub reporter for the Ithaca jornal. Worked in SAfrica, Israel, Germany and since 1973 Brazil. Have had the pleasure to work as an aide to the greatest tab journalists from the UK including Dave Williams, Sharon Churcher, Barry Wigmore and Paul Henderson covering biggest Brazilian- based stories including Josef Mengele´s bones in Sao Paulo,the aftermath of the Jean Charles Menezes murder on the London Underground,Mick Jagger´s Brazilian model girlfriend Luciana Morad and theiro Brazilian love son Lucas,plane crashes and a Greenpeace Brit murdered in the Amazon,wine festivals in southern Brazil ,and the World Cup as well as the OLympics..Have written and and worked for Daily Mail,Mail on Sunday,the Sun,Sunday Times,Daily and Sunday Mirror ,Daily Record as well NYPost, Daily News, USA Today ...Have covered stories all over Brazil including the successful search for the father of Carla Bruni in Sao Paulo and most recently the James White arrest in Fortaleza,nothern Brazil. Speak and write Portuguese,married to Carioca.
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Who's that girl? New Time Lord gets himself a look-a-like girlfriend
The article discusses the relationship between the new Doctor Who actor, Matt Smith, and his Brazilian girlfriend, Mayana Moura, who is a singer and model. They met while Smith was vacationing in Rio de Janeiro and have been in a relationship for a year, with talks of marriage. Mayana Moura commutes between Rio and New York and is involved in a punk band called Glass And Glue. The article touches on the challenges of their long-distance relationship, given their burgeoning careers, and includes comments from Brazilian society columnist Bruno Astuto. It also briefly mentions Smith's background and the initial skepticism from some Doctor Who fans about his age.
The late Senator and Presidential candidate John McCain had a Brazilian love 28 Jan 2013 NY Daily News
Brazil nightclub inferno kills 232 28 Jan 2013 NY Daily News
Activists Aim to Demonstrate That Citizens Can Revitalize Rio de Janeiro
Rio entrepreneur Luiza Figueira de Mello, founder of R.evolution Club, a digital wellness platform, is on a mission to demonstrate that individuals have the power to transform their environment, including their health, city, and country. She aims to inspire and prove that change is possible, starting with the revitalization of Rio de Janeiro.
Neymar rape accuser’s mother insists daughter would ‘never make up’ allegation
The article discusses allegations made by an unnamed 26-year-old woman from Sao Paulo, who accuses Brazilian footballer Neymar, currently playing for PSG, of raping her in a Paris hotel room on May 15. Neymar has denied the allegations, claiming he is being extorted and sharing intimate messages to support his defense. The accuser's mother has publicly stated her belief in her daughter's claims. A medical report cited by local media mentions bruises and other health issues the accuser suffered after the alleged incident. Neymar's lawyers have also issued a strong denial, stating they will present evidence of attempted extortion and innocence to the police.
Former NY Times Reporter Writes Biography of Brazilian Cândido Rondon
Larry Rohter, a former New York Times Brazil correspondent, has authored a biography of Brazilian Cândido Rondon, an explorer and protector of indigenous peoples. The book, titled 'Rondon -- Uma Biografia,' has been published in Brazil and is set to be released in the United States next year. The biography, which is currently available in Portuguese, highlights Rondon's life and achievements, including his work in telegraphy and his status as an intellectual Francophile. Rohter, who now resides in New Jersey, maintains a strong connection to Brazil, as evidenced by his latest work.
Bucolic Teresópolis Offers Beautiful Hikes and Imperial Flair
Teresópolis, located 47 miles from Rio de Janeiro in Brazil's mountain range region, offers a tranquil escape from bustling city life. With a population of 180,000, the city was historically a region inhabited by a Brazilian Indian tribe in the 16th century and later became a favored destination for the Royal family of Brazil's Portuguese Emperors in the 19th century. It was named after Teresa Cristina, the wife of Emperor Dom Pedro II.
The Grand Prix F1 Wishes to Come to Rio but Can the City Reform its Autodrome by 2020?
Brazilian authorities are considering bringing the Grand Prix Formula One and other international auto racing competitions to Rio de Janeiro, with discussions pending on the necessary funding and approval. Rio has previously hosted major events such as the 2016 Olympic Games and the 2018 World Cup. Sean Bratches of Formula One has expressed interest in bringing the event to the city in a letter to Mayor Marcelo Crivella and Governor Wilson Witzel.
While Billionaires Rush to Rebuild the Notre Dame, the National Museum of Brazil Begs for Help
Millionaires and billionaires are quickly donating to rebuild Notre Dame, while the National Museum of Brazil struggles to gather funds after a devastating fire. Lily Safra, a notable philanthropist, contributed R$88 million to Notre Dame but nothing to the museum in her home country. Seven months post-fire, the Brazilian museum has received only R$1.1 million in donations.
Bolsonaro and New York's Mayor Engage in Verbal War
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro and his family are in a verbal conflict with New York Mayor Bill De Blasio. The dispute arose after Mayor De Blasio called for the cancellation of Bolsonaro's award as 'Personality of the Year' by the Museum of Natural History in New York. The disagreement showcases the tension between the new Brazilian administration and certain U.S. political figures, despite Bolsonaro's expressed desire to foster closer ties with the Trump administration. The article suggests a clash of political ideologies and international relations between the two leaders.
Brazilian grandmother almost buried alive on Christmas 'dies for the second time'
Maria das Dores da Conceição, an 88-year-old woman from Ipatinga, Brazil, was mistakenly declared dead by hospital doctors due to clogged arteries and hypertension. While being prepared for burial, funeral parlour staff noticed she was still alive. She was taken back to the hospital and placed in intensive care, still in her coffin, but unfortunately, she was declared dead again the following day. The Brazilian police are investigating the incident to determine if there was a medical error at the hospital. The family is considering legal action against the municipality and hospital. The hospital has yet to issue an official statement.
Brazil priest’s kin hoping to fly body home after death in Brooklyn
The article reports on the tragic death of a Brazilian priest, Jose de Souza, who was found strangled on Brighton Beach in Brooklyn. The 31-year-old had been working in a law firm and was last heard from when he told his nephew he was going out for a soft drink. His family in Brazil is devastated and seeking justice, as well as raising funds to repatriate his body. De Souza was a cleric in the Vetero Catholic Church, a group that split from the mainstream Catholic Church in the 18th century. The circumstances of his death suggest a possible robbery, as his wallet and cell phone were not found with his body.
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