Portugal

Porto Jews brace for antisemitism during Israel-Hamas war

The graffiti was removed the same day and no arrest has been made.

By SHIRA BARTOV/JTA
16/10/2023

Red wine floods the streets of Portugal

Some 2.2 million liters of red wine swirled down a Portuguese street in a veritable alcoholic river, going viral on social media.

Porto’s Jewish community unveils memorial to 842 local victims of Portuguese Inquisition

Drawing on newly digitized records, the community was able to identify 842 people, ranging from 10 to 110 years old, who were victims of the Inquisition locally.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
09/09/2023

More than 20,000 Israelis sought Portuguese nationality last year

The number of Israelis seeking a Portuguese passport through a 2015 law passed for the descendants of Jews expelled during the Inquisition reached 20,975 in 2022.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
02/09/2023

Traveling abroad to visit graves of Jews who died overseas

What makes a trip even more exhilarating is the opportunity not only to see a new part of the world but also to perform a mitzvah (commandment or good deed) at the same time.

By HESHIE , ROOKIE BILLET
26/08/2023

Pope to Portugal for bittersweet 'Catholic Woodstock'

The Vatican said about 330,000 young people have registered for an event in Portugal dubbed "the Catholic Woodstock."

By REUTERS
31/07/2023

Israeli Dance Troupe Batsheva's "Momo" Show Sells Out in Portugal

The launch event of the concert tour commenced with a grand reception held at the main concert hall in Lisbon.

Crucial evidence found: A key breakthrough in the Madeleine McCann case

16 years later, new details emerge in the search for Madeleine McCann as a witness reveals a key piece of evidence

Thinking about traveling this summer? Here are some cheaper cities to visit in Europe

With summer approaching, many are beginning to plan their next vacation abroad with the aim to stay on a lower budget.

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