Portugal has a very significant presence in the United Nations Global Climate Summit (COP28) being held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from November 30 through December 12. The event opened with an impassioned speech by former Portuguese prime minister and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who warned delegates from the more than 160 nations that […]
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Opinion: Portugal’s important role at the Global Climate Summit (COP28) – by Len Port
Posted on 04 December 2023.
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Book | Fernando Pessoa and Philosophy | By Bartholomew Ryan et al – Editor’s Note
Posted on 03 December 2023.
This pioneering volume explores the extraordinary Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa (1888–1935) and his relationship to philosophy. On the one hand, this book reveals Pessoa’s serious knowledge of philosophy and playful philosophical explorations and how he has the gift of synthesizing, appropriating, and subverting complex ideas into his art; and, on the other hand, the chapters […]
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Award: Azores voted ‘Best Adventure Destination in the World’ – Dubai
Posted on 02 December 2023.
The Azores are the “Best Adventure Destination in the World” according to the 2023 World Travel Awards described as a “true paradise for lovers of exciting and unforgettable experiences.” The World Travel Awards, considered the “Oscars of Tourism” were announced at a gala ceremony held on December 1st at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Hotel […]
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Naka Nathaniel: A voice from Hawai’i to the world – Interview
Posted on 01 December 2023.
By Millicent Borges Accardi Meet Naka Nathaniel! A journalist born in Hawai’i with roots in the Azores, who spent much of his career covering invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, North Korea, Paris fashion shows, car shows and the Olympics. He was detained while working in Iran, Sudan, Gaza and China. In fact, he has worked […]
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Honor: Portugal is the 7th safest among the most peaceful countries in the world – Global Peace Index
Posted on 29 November 2023.
The 17th edition of the Global Peace Index (GPI) has placed Portugal as the 7th safest and most peaceful country globally, continuing its ascent in the rankings compared to the 2022 index. Topping the list for the 16th consecutive time is Iceland, which remains the most peaceful country in the world since 2008, with Portugal […]
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Opinion | Far-right hopes to win the snap election – Portugal
Posted on 25 November 2023.
By Len Port Leaders of European far-right parties gathered in Lisbon at the end of the week to show solidarity with Portugal’s Chega Party that hopes to win the snap election in March next year. Chega’s leader, Andre Ventura, welcomed his counterparts, including France’s Marine Le Pen. The gathering celebrated the surprise gains by Geert […]
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