Mate: the drink that keeps a forest alive

–the shared agricultural heritage sustaining communities and forests in southern Brazil IN southern Brazil, a drink is never just a drink. A cuia, a customary drinking vessel, filled with chimarrão, the traditional Brazilian erva-mate infusion, is passed from hand to hand, opening a conversation and grounding people in place. The cup carries more than warmth; […]

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"Guyana's Opposition Leader accuses Afro-Guyanese of being paid to wear PPP shirts"

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Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton has accused the governing People’s Progressive Party (PPP) of buying Afro-Guyanese support, as reports suggest dwindling support for his party. Nomination Day for Local Government Elections (LGE) was held today, with political parties, interest groups, and individuals submitting their lists to contest the elections scheduled for June 12. According to reports, the opposition APNU has a poor showing, with low numbers in many of its strongholds, including Georgetown and Linden. Several former APNU candidates, including former Georgetown Mayor Patricia Chase-Green, have also joined the PPP. In response, Norton accused Afro-Guyanese of being bought by the PPP, claiming that many are being paid $5000 to wear PPP shirts. However, he did not provide any evidence to support his claims. Norton urged his supporters not to be discouraged, stating that his party's support base is strong and focused. He added that his party would beat the PPP in all its stronghold...
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