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Born in 1960 in Rio de Janeiro, Renato Manfredini Júnior was one of the greatest MPB poets of all time. When he was between seven and ten years old, his family moved to New York, in the United States, due to a professional transfer from his father. Thus, Renato had the opportunity to learn about the North American language and culture.
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Grupo Novos Baianos was a Brazilian music group formed in 1965 by Moraes Moreira, Luiz Galvão, Paulinho Boca de Cantor, Pepeu Gomes, Baby Consuelo and Roberto Pittigliani. The group was founded with the aim of combining traditional Brazilian music with the new rhythm of pop rock, creating a unique and innovative sound. The group was one of the precursors of Tropicália, an artistic movement that mixed ..know more
Poppy Playtime: Chapter 3, titled "Deep Sleep", has finally been released, bringing a new and chilling journey into the dark universe of the Playtime Co. toy factory.
This time, players are taken to an underground orphanage known as The Daycare, an abandoned place full of disturbing mysteries. New challenges, complex puzzles and terrifying creatures await those who venture through the dark ..know more
Smells Like Teen Spirit, released in 1991 by Nirvana, is one of the most iconic musics in rock history and a symbol of the grunge movement. Composed by Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl, the song presents raw energy, with distorted guitars and an explosive refrain that captured the rebellious spirit of the youth of the era. The curious title came from a song written by one of Cobain's friends, ..know more
Amerigo Vespucci (1454–1512) was an Italian navigator and explorer whose voyages to the New World helped redefine the geographical understanding of the time. Unlike Christopher Columbus, who believed he had reached Asia, Vespucci realized that the lands he had discovered were in fact a continent unknown to Europeans. His expeditions between 1499 and 1502 were crucial to this revelation.
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The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth, covering about 30% of the planet's surface. Its vastness is so impressive that if all the continents were placed inside it, there would still be space left over. With an area of approximately 165 million km², it is larger than the entire surface of the Moon!
In addition to its colossal size, the Pacific is home to the Mariana Trench, ..know more
Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, is constantly growing! Located in the Himalayan mountain range between Nepal and Tibet, its elevation gradually increases due to the movement of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, which are in constant collision. This impact causes the Himalayas to rise a few millimeters every year.
This process occurs due to orogenesis, a geological phenomenon ..know more
premiered in December 2024, exactly 30 years after the release of the 1994 animated classic. Directed by Barry Jenkins, winner of the Oscar for "Moonlight", the film explores the origins of Mufasa, revealing his journey from an orphaned cub to king of the Pride Lands. The narrative also delves into the complex relationship between Mufasa and his brother, Scar, providing context for the rivalry that ..know more
Imagine, released in 1971 by John Lennon, is one of the most influential songs in history. With a simple and engaging melody, its lyrics convey a powerful message of peace, unity and hope. The song invites the listener to imagine a world without borders, religions or material possessions, where everyone lives in harmony. Lennon revealed that the lyrics were inspired by poems by his wife, Yoko Ono, ..know more
Sanfona Sentida is one of the most emblematic musics of Dominguinhos, one of the two greatest sanfoneiros do Brasil. Released in 1980, the song reflects all of Dominguinhos' mastery, which was innovated and lined with a unique mix of softness and complexity. Dominguinhos, who was a disciple of Luiz Gonzaga, is recognized for his unparalleled skill in music and his ability to play with a sensitivity ..know more
The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim is an anime-style animated film directed by Kenji Kamiyama, released in December 2024. The plot is set 183 years before the events of the original trilogy, exploring the story of King Helm Hammerhand of Rohan and the events that led to the construction of Helm's Deep. The narrative is enriched by the participation of Miranda Otto, who returns as Éowyn, ..know more
Stairway to Heaven, released in 1971 by Led Zeppelin, is one of the most iconic songs in rock history. Composed by Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, the song has a unique structure, starting with a soft acoustic guitar intro and gradually building to an epic guitar solo, considered one of the best of all time. The mysterious and poetic lyrics contributed to the fascination surrounding the song, generating ..know more