Portugal
Portuguese artists pull out of Jerry Seinfeld-headlined festival
Jewish comedian Jerry Seinfeld has become one of Hollywood’s most prominent advocates for Israel since October 2023.
Israel's settlement policy triggers trade restrictions from 12 nations, incl. Canada, France
57 days until elections: Israelis abroad are already filling flights to Israel
Portuguese gov't demands investigation for antisemitic threats against Israeli doctoral student
Portuguese resort town introduces fines up to €1,500 for wearing swimwear on the streets
Albufeira, a popular resort town in Portugal's Algarve region, has introduced new regulations to curb public semi-nudity and unruly tourist behavior.
Portugal’s foreign minister to meet with President Herzog
Paulo Rangel has voiced criticism of what Portugal and others in the international community view as a disproportionate response by Israel in its war with Hamas.
Israeli ambassador: Holocaust lessons vital amid post-October 7 antisemitism
"The number of Jews murdered that day was the highest since the Holocaust," he said. "But there’s a difference—now we can fight back, and we will, until all our hostages return."
Life on the other side: The Israelis moving to Portugal in search of peace of mind
A growing number of Israelis are moving to Portugal for the inexpensive property and peace of mind.
Two new 300-million-year-old plant species discovered in Portugal
Fossils include Palaeopteridium andrenelii, only the second known Noeggerathialean species in the country.
Adam Scott’s surprising link to Judaism and role in 'Severance'
His mother's Italian ancestry can be traced back to the Marranos of Portugal—Jews who were forced to convert to Christianity during the Inquisition.
New ambassadors present credentials to Herzog
Five ambassadors presented credentials to President Herzog, with discussions covering diplomatic ties, mutual respect, and solidarity amid Israel’s security challenges.
'The 2,000 Kidnapped Spanish Jewish Children’ film honors families of October 7 hostages
The documentary outlines how 2,000 Jewish children were sent to the hostile island of São Tomé after the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492.
Underwater archaeologist identifies 250 treasure-laden shipwrecks along Portuguese coast
Among the shipwrecks identified is the Nossa Senhora do Rosário, a Spanish ship that sank in 1589 near Troia, carrying 22 tons of gold and silver.
Jewish museum of Porto hosts 1,000 students on historic anniversary
Students explored Portugal’s Jewish heritage at the Jewish Museum of Porto, marking the 1496 Expulsion Edict.
