Portugal
On Columbus Day, remember Abraham Zacuto, the Jewish astronomer history forgot - opinion
In 1935, the International Astronomical Union formally adopted the name Zagut for a lunar crater honoring Abraham ben Shmuel Zacuto. Modern astronomy has, literally, written his name on the Moon.
Rubio dismisses Amnesty criticism over Iran war, calls organization ‘a fraud’
In Europe’s gaze, October 7 risks becoming a footnote - opinion
Portugal prosecutors probe legality of US use of Lajes base in Iran war
Jewish woman once held up by Nazis as ideal Aryan baby dead at 91
Born in Berlin in 1934 to Latvian Jewish parents Jacob and Polin Levinson, Taft was photographed when she was 6 months old by a German photographer, Hans Ballin.
Popular Israeli restaurant in Lisbon forced to close due to antisemitic targeting, hostile campaign
Tantura was opened ten years ago by chef couple Elad Budenshtiin and Itamar Eliyahu.
Brown University shooting suspect identified as Portuguese national, found dead in storage unit
Investigators said Neves-Valente also killed Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor Nuno Loureiro earlier this week.
Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning
Several international airlines canceled flights from Venezuela after the US FAA warned of hazardous conditions and heightened military activity in the region.
Wine Talk: Wine, culture, and Porto
Taylor’s Port has lasted for 333 years in Portugal, remained independent, and is still family owned. Now the owners have to decide how to navigate the future, and it is not simple.
Wine Talk: Port royalty
The Fladgate Partnership, such a symbol of stability over centuries, has now made breathtaking initiatives to shake up the staid atmosphere of Port.
The queen returns: The destination crowned once again as the best in Europe
Portugal beats Greece, Italy, and France to win “Europe’s Best Destination” 2025 for the sixth time since 2017. Lisbon, Porto, and Madeira also received top awards.
Wine Talk: I am in heaven
I heartily recommend a visit to this little haven of heaven on Earth. All the wonders of the Douro shine at this well-run estate.
Portugal's parliament approves far-right party's bill to ban burkas
Under the bill, proposed fines for wearing face veils in public would range between 200 euros and 4,000 euros ($234-$4,671).
Rabbi Baruch Portugali honored at 250th anniversary of Chabad movement
The ceremony to honor Rabbi Portugali was attended by more than a hundred people.
