The Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), in partnership with regional and national institutions, will host the Lajes International Conference on September 18-19 in Praia da Vitória, Terceira. The two-day event coincides with two historic milestones: the 30th anniversary of the Portugal–United States Cooperation and Defense Agreement and the 80th anniversary of the end of World War […]
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FLAD 40Years | Terceira hosting International Lajes Conference celebrating historic milestones – Azores
Posted on 05 September 2025.
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Book | The Living and the Rest | By José Eduardo Agualusa – Editor’s Note
Posted on 03 September 2025.
A funny and lively tale about a group of writers stranded at a literary festival turns increasingly ominous as it explores the nature of life and of time, and the extraordinary power of imagination and the written word. Writers from across Africa descend on the Isle of Mozambique to participate in the island’s first literary […]
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Tragedy | Deadly derailment of Lisbon’s Ascensor da Glória caused loss of life and injuries – Portugal
Posted on 03 September 2025.
The iconic Lisbon’s Ascensor da Glória derailed today, near Avenida da Liberdade, resulting in devastating loss of life and multiple injuries. The incident is the deadliest accident in the city’s recent history. Authorities have confirmed 15 fatalities and 18 injuries, including five in critical condition. Among the victims is a child, and several of the […]
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Travel Alert | New wave of strikes will continue disrupting airline operations – Portugal
Posted on 03 September 2025.
Portugal’s major airports are facing significant disruption again as ground-handling staff, employed by Menzies Aviation (formerly Groundforce), have launched a new wave of strike action. Travelers are advised to prepare for delays and disruptions throughout the strike period. Organized by the Metallurgical and Related Industries Union (SIMA) and the Transport Union (STA), the strike is […]
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FLAD 40Years | Tribute to ‘Amália in America’ premiers at the Carnegie Hall – New York, NY
Posted on 02 September 2025.
A tribute to the life and work of Amália Rodrigues, “Amália in America – Beyond Fado” makes its world premiere at the prestigious Carnegie Hall, in New York City, on October 11th, one of the most renowned North American concert halls. The performance showcases the Portuguese Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Jan Wierzba, in […]
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Community | Pensioners abroad are required to comply with “Prova de Vida” – Portugal
Posted on 31 August 2025.
The Government of Portugal is reinforcing the rule requesting all Portuguese citizens residing abroad, who receive pensions from the Segurança Social or the Caixa Geral de Aposentações (CGA), to provide the annual Prova de Vida (Proof of Life) to ensure the continued payment of their pensions. The Prova de Vida is a mandatory procedure designed […]
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