In an exhilarating display of skill, teamwork, and determination, the Boys & Girls Futsal Varsity teams from Urca and Barra, united to represent our school, […]
American Elections: Navigating a Shifting Political Landscape
As Americans head to the polls on November 5th, the presidential race has taken an unexpected turn. Initially, the contest appeared set to repeat the 2020 match-up between incumbent Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump. However, after a poorly received debate performance on June 27th, Biden withdrew from the race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee on July 21st. Harris, at 59, brings a generational advantage over her opponents, being significantly younger than both Biden and Trump. This youthful edge is a strategic asset as she steps into the spotlight with limited time to establish her own identity and counter Trump’s campaign narratives. The Democrats face the challenge of defending Biden’s record, which includes high inflation, expansive industrial policies, and international upheavals—issues that Republicans are likely to use against Harris.Despite these challenges, Harris's candidacy presents…
The Impact of the Methane Leak Discovered in the Baltic Sea
A few weeks ago, researchers in Sweden discovered a significant…
How Math is used to win Olympic Gold medals.
In 2014, Andrew Wilson, a college swimmer and math enthusiast,…
Biden allows Ukraine to use US-made longer-range missiles to attack Russia
Recently (18-19/11/24), although there was some reluctance on Biden’s administration…
COP29: What is the conference that’s helping shape the future of climate action?
The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), taking place…
Empower Her Judaism: A New Initiative Empowering Jewish Women in Rio de Janeiro
In June 2023, six young women from Rio de Janeiro—Maria…
Desperation Deepens: Hunger Crisis Worsens Amidst Escalating Conflict in Western Sudan
The hunger crisis in western Sudan intensifies as the war…
The Importance Of Organization In IB and IGCSE- Google Calendar and Microsoft To Do
The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is famous for its challenging…
A Day of Joy: CACCST Treats Children to Rock in Rio Preview
Casa de Apoio à Crianças com Câncer Santa Teresa (CACCST)…
Russian strikes key Ukrainian city of Kharkiv
A wave of Russian missile strikes on Thursday fell on…
Russian strikes key Ukrainian city of Kharkiv
A wave of Russian missile strikes on Thursday fell on several locations in Kharkiv, including a printing house in the regional capital, killing seven people, […]
Understanding AI: How It Works and Why It Won’t Cause an Apocalypse
You have probably heard about AI (Artificial Intelligence) more than once already, but do you know how it works? How can you trust something you […]
How Africa Navigates a Multipolar World
Africa is stepping away from its traditional ties with the West. For instance, 17 African countries didn’t vote on a UN resolution condemning Russia’s invasion […]
Unlocking Global Opportunities: University Meetings at the British School
As a student, it is common to have a wanted or even dream university to go to once you are done in school. However, the […]
Desperation Deepens: Hunger Crisis Worsens Amidst Escalating Conflict in Western Sudan
The hunger crisis in western Sudan intensifies as the war continuesAlthough famine has been a consistent issue in Darfur, located in western Sudan, statistics this […]
Onda Solidária
Established in the year 2000 by Ricardo Calçado, Onda Solidária is a sustainable initiative dedicated to promoting social inclusion by creating opportunities in low-income communities […]
Girl Up
Girl Up is a worldwide campaign launched by the United Nations Foundation in 2010 that aims to incentivise young women and girls to act as […]
The Revamped Recuperacao System in TBS
Starting this year, TBS has adopted a new way to tackle the recuperacao in school which has been received with a certain amount of confusion.Prior […]
The Importance Of Organization In IB and IGCSE- Google Calendar and Microsoft To Do
The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is famous for its challenging curriculum and demanding workload. From Internal Assessments (IAs) to extended essays and study sessions, staying […]