Biography news in Portugal

The educator of women who was called 'a man of genius'

José Pedro Martins Barata, architect who dedicated his life to design, has died

Martins Barata was one of the founders of the Architecture course at the Instituto Superior Técnico. He served as a councillor for the Lisbon municipality and had a passion for stamps. He was awarded the rank of Grand Officer of the Order of Public Instruction in July 2018. He died on the 19th at the age of 97.

First official biography of Germano Silva presented

It is the life story of one of the symbols of the city of Porto.

Germano's biography is “a poem of praise for the work” of the Porto-man with a “sunny” smile

Um Dia Vais Ter Tudo, by Mariana Correia Pinto, will be presented on Sunday at the Stock Exchange Palace and reviews the 95 years of the dean of journalism in Porto.

"Um dia vais ter tudo" is presented as a biography of Germano Silva

A field biography rather than a desk-written one is the starting point for the life story of Germano Silva, one of the symbols of the city of Porto, who turns 95 this week.

"One day you will have everything". A biography of Germano Silva

“A biography of the field and not of the desk” is the phrase in the book that marks the starting point of the life story of the man who is one of the symbols of the city of Porto, Germano Silva, who turned 95 this week.

Germano Silva, the “city-man” of Porto, chronicled by Mariana Correia Pinto

Germano Silva, the renowned journalist and Porto icon, celebrates his 95th birthday with the release of his biography, 'Um dia vais ter tudo', written by Mariana Correia Pinto. The book explores his journey from a modest upbringing in Penafiel to becoming a definitive voice on the city of Porto, covering his experiences as a factory worker, his illustrious career at Jornal de Notícias, and his lifelong commitment to human rights and grassroots journalism.

Germano Silva, the "city-man" of Porto, biographed by Mariana Correia Pinto

Germano Silva, a journalist who grew up poor in a village in Penafiel before becoming synonymous with the last century of the city of Porto, celebrates his 95th birthday today, with the biography “Um dia vais ter tudo” [One day you will have everything], by Mariana Correia Pinto, available in bookstores.

António Fernandes Aleixo (1899-1949) – The People’s Poet

His father José Fernandes Aleixo from Loulé had moved to VRSA in search of work; his mother was a domestic worker from VRSA. When António was seven, the family moved The post António Fernandes Aleixo (1899-1949) – The People’s Poet appeared first on Portugal Resident.

Biography of Germano Silva is now in bookstores

An early birthday present for the journalist, historian and storyteller who is about to turn 95. The story of Germano Silva is intertwined with the memories of the city of Porto.

Walter Osswald, pioneer of bioethics in Portugal, has died

A physician, pharmacologist, and full professor at the University of Porto, he was the founder of the Institute of Bioethics at the Catholic University and held the UNESCO Chair in Bioethics.

6am. Political power remembers the charisma of Jorge Palma

In this news bulletin, reactions to the death of Jorge Palma, with a focus on the Prime Minister. Also in this edition, the fire in Arcos de Valdevez has been brought under control. And the Trump-Zelensky meeting in New York.

Jo Shercliff: the English journalist who made Portugal her home

A profile of Jo Shercliff, an English journalist who has settled in Portugal.

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The passion according to Pier Paolo Pasolini

While not the only comic book approach to Pasolini's life, this is undoubtedly the most complete and a perfect example of its authors' talent for this genre of biography.

Léopold Sédar Senghor: a story of zebras, tigers, and a drop of Portuguese blood

One of the most important Black intellectuals of the 20th century, he developed the concept of 'négritude' alongside Aimé Césaire. Despite having been the Senegalese President for 20 years, he only wanted to be remembered as a poet.

I got a musician's license to pursue a career

Henrique Araújo, former president of the Supreme Court of Justice, had a rock band, refused to change an article rejected by the Censorship, and was a founder of the PS in Arcos de Valdevez.

Marcello Duarte Mathias, this summer

A review of the latest volume of Marcello Duarte Mathias's diaries, titled 'Intervalo' (2024-2025), followed by a collection of essays, 'A Memória dos Outros III'. The author reflects on Mathias's sharp lucidity, cultural sensitivity, and skepticism, noting his ability to engage with diverse perspectives without ideological rigidity. The review also highlights the author's professional respect for the diplomatic duty to defend national interests regardless of political differences, and praises the delicate, elegant way Mathias addresses the painful reality of dementia.

Francisco Balsemão, the senator

Starting this Tuesday, a street in Cascais will bear his name. He was a journalist, a politician, and a hard worker. And he practiced, with pleasure, the art of living. Maria João Avillez asks: how many can boast of this?

Miranda: "I have already recorded the fado that will play at my funeral"

He had to support himself from a very young age, fought against Salazarism, transported diamonds to Paris without knowing it, was targeted for recruitment by Cuban intelligence, and refused to be José Eduardo dos Santos's lawyer.

Luís Menezes, the CEO who used politics as a school but never asked for favours

Retrato is an ECO column in which, throughout the month of August, a profile of a personality who distinguished themselves in the last year in Portugal is published daily. Between a family of doctors and a career that took him from banking to Unilabs, and from politics to the insurance sector, Luís Menezes built a path marked by...

Figure of the Day: The oldest 'Queen' has died

Maria da Conceição, the oldest living Portuguese woman, has passed away at the age of 113 years and eight months. Known in São Brás de Alportel as the 'Queen', she lived her entire life in the Algarve region, witnessing over a century of history. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at the local nursing home, leaving behind a legacy of a simple life spent in the Barrocal and Serra do Caldeirão.

Queen Amélia

Queen Amélia, the last queen of Portugal, is the subject of a new biography by José Alberto Ribeiro. The book explores her life, from her arrival in Portugal and the tragic Regicide that claimed her husband and eldest son, to her exile in England and her eventual return to Portugal in 1945. Drawing on her personal diaries, the biography offers an intimate look at a woman who remained a pillar for her son, King Manuel II, during the final, turbulent years of the Portuguese monarchy, and examines her complex relationship with the Estado Novo regime and her enduring legacy, including her role in founding the National Coach Museum.

Princess Diana's story told by her brother for the first time in a book

Titled “The Swan Song: Diana, My Sister”, the book, published in Portugal by Penguin, will be released worldwide with translations into 12 languages.

“When the plane took off and I fled Portugal, I waved goodbye with a clenched fist: ‘Until one day!’”

A personal account of leaving Portugal, describing the emotional moment of departure and the promise of a future return.

The brief life of Carlos Paião

One of the most talented and prolific creators and performers of songs in the second half of the 20th century.

Carvalho Guerra: the alchemist of faith and science

To speak of Porto over the last 60 years, to speak of the Porto of science and culture, to speak of the Porto of faith and reason is impossible without speaking of Francisco Carvalho Guerra. Opinion by Paulo Rangel

Playback: film about Carlos Paião is one of the surprises of the year

In the podcast No Escuro, Vasco Câmara describes Playback, the film about Carlos Paião, as a “singular film” among national biographical movies.

Francisco Carvalho Guerra, founder of the Catholic University of Porto, dies at 93

Professor Francisco Carvalho Guerra, a key figure in Portuguese science and education and founder of the Catholic University of Porto's regional centre, has passed away at 93. A distinguished biochemist and former head of the Order of Pharmacists, he was remembered by Prime Minister Luís Montenegro and university officials as a visionary leader, dedicated educator, and influential academic who left a lasting legacy in Porto and beyond.

“The fundamental quality of a diplomat is common sense”

Can a retired ambassador publicly criticise the country's foreign policy positions? Luís de Almeida Sampaio takes stock of a 40-year diplomatic career, in a life fulfilled after service.