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New Rules Threaten Fun on Rio de Janeiro’s Beaches.
In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, people love to hang out at the beach. They enjoy samba music, street food, drinks, and renting beach chairs. But new rules starting June 1 may change all of that. Mayor Eduardo Paes signed a law that limits what vendors and musicians can do on the beach unless they have permits.
Under this new law, food and drink sellers, musicians, and people renting chairs will need official approval to keep working. Loud music, live performances, and even fun beach hut names will be banned unless approved. Only numbers will be allowed on kiosks.
Free Water Tests Help Latino Families After Hurricane Helene.
After Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, many families are still not sure if the water in their homes is safe to drink. A group called Wine To Water, also known as WTW, is helping by offering free water tests in 22 counties in western North Carolina. They are especially trying to help Latino families who use wells or other unregulated water systems.
The water tests are done at people’s homes. A team member, like Pedro Martínez, visits the house, talks to the family, and takes three samples from a faucet. One sample checks for bacteria. The other two test things like pH, metals, and solids. If a family wants to test for lead, they can ask for that too. This is especially important for homes built before 1987, because old pipes may leak dangerous materials.
What Every Family Needs to Know About Elder Care.
Planning for long-term care is something everyone should think about before they get too old or sick. Taking care of elderly family members can be expensive, so it’s smart to prepare early. Elder law experts says that by the age of 55, every adult should have five important documents to help their family if something happens.
These five documents are:
A health care proxy – someone you trust to make medical decisions for you.
Power of attorney – someone to handle legal and money matters.
A living will – to explain what kind of medical care you want at the end of life.
A last will and testament – to decide who gets your money and belongings.
A digital diary – a list of passwords and online accounts your family should know about.
Planning ahead brings peace of mind. It also helps avoid confusion and protects the family’s savings.
Crypto Trouble: Argentina’s President Under Fire.
Argentina’s President Javier Milei is in trouble for supporting a new cryptocurrency called Libra that lost most of its value quickly. After he told people the coin was a good idea, many people bought it. But soon after, the price dropped 90% and many investors lost a lot of money.
Now a judge named María Servini is investigating. She asked the country’s central bank to open President Milei’s and his sister Karina’s bank accounts. The judge wants to see if they made any money from the Libra project. Reports say Karina Milei may have spoken with the people who made the coin before it was launched.
From Idea to Invention: Pairingware’s Big Move.
Monica Sanchez is the creator of a new product called Pairingware. It is a smart invention that lets you hold your food and drink in one hand. It’s a cup and plate that connect together so you don’t have to worry about spills or losing your cup at a party. Monica’s idea helps people enjoy food and drinks more easily at events, especially when they are standing or moving around.
What makes Pairingware really cool is that it can be designed in different ways. You can add your own logos, designs, or even lights to the plate to make it look fancy. Monica says it’s not just about being useful, it’s about making events fun, special, and worth sharing on social media.
