Parks Foundation Calgary, led by CEO Sheila Taylor, has been instrumental in developing cherished outdoor spaces in Calgary, including the Brawn Family Foundation Rotary Park, the city's first park dedicated to mental health. The park, to be completed in fall, will be adjacent to the new Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health and will provide a variety of nature-immersive experiences. The article discusses the mental health benefits of spending time in nature, citing research on its positive effects and emphasizing the importance of accessible green spaces in urban areas for mental well-being.

Thaís Cavalcante, a community reporter from Complexo da Maré, shares her opinion on the impeachment proceedings in Brazil. She expresses her dismay at the deceit she perceives in the speeches of politicians, many of whom were not directly elected but gained their seats through party vote surpluses. Despite the criticism directed at the Workers Party, she notes that the PMDB has a significant presence in Congress. Cavalcante argues for the importance of fighting for rights and respecting the constitution. She acknowledges the benefits she has received from social programs implemented by the current government, such as Bolsa Familia and various scholarships, which have helped her pursue education and personal development. She emphasizes the need for action over promises and expresses gratitude for the opportunities that have allowed her to educate and inform others.

The article discusses the construction of Outside Presentation Studios (OPS) for broadcasters during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. FIFA and HBS, in collaboration with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), aimed to replicate the success of similar studios from the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The chosen location for the studios was at the end of Copacabana Beach on Avenida Atlantica, a significant area in Rio de Janeiro. To avoid disrupting traffic and pedestrians, HBS constructed the studios on a nine-meter high platform. Construction began on March 6, with the studios being ready by May 22. The OPS offers a stunning view of Guanabara Bay and Copacabana Beach, and includes nine studios, 37 cabins, and generators, with features like telecom connectivity, sound isolation, and 24/7 BTP. Broadcasters such as beIN Sports, BBC, KBS, ITV, SKY Italia, and SBS Australia chose to broadcast from the OPS to provide an enhanced viewing experience for their audiences.

Sheila Taylor of Tappahannock passed away on Monday, April 18, 2016, in Mechanicsville. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Washington Funeral Home in Tappahannock.

Heloisa Helena Costa Berto/Luizinha de Nanã, a former resident of Vila Autódromo, writes to Ulrik Halsteen of the UN's Business and Human Rights working group to report human rights violations she has experienced due to the construction of the Olympic Park in Rio de Janeiro. She details her forced eviction, the demolition of her Afro-Brazilian religious house, death threats, and the slander and humiliation by municipal employees. She is currently living in charity, without compensation or resettlement, and is suffering from physical problems, depression, and panic attacks. This is her third appeal to the UN, and she is currently in Washington, DC, hoping to present her case with evidence. She highlights Brazil's international commitments to human rights treaties and conventions, emphasizing the serious violations occurring in Rio de Janeiro, particularly regarding the right to adequate housing.

The article is a travel piece that describes various scenic locations in Rio de Janeiro, as captured by writer and photographer Sheila Taylor. It highlights the Dois Irmaos hills, offering stunning views from the Pavao-Pavaozinho community centre and the nearby Gilda No Cantagalo bar. The article also mentions the pacified Cantagalo Favela and its accessible elevator from the metro station for panoramic views. The affluent Sao Conrado beach, Pedra da Gavea, and Rocinha, the largest favela, are also visible from Dois Irmaos. Santa Teresa neighborhood and Parque de las Ruinas provide vistas of the South Zone and downtown Rio. The piece touches on the Renewing Rio walk, which includes the Jardim Valongo, revealing a different angle of the historic downtown and landmarks like the Christ Redeemer. The article also references Brazil's history with the slave trade in the context of the old port area.