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After the end of the Philippine dynasty, Ceuta became Spanish, and it remains so to this day. What is this territory, a unique case of European presence in continental Africa after the era of decolonisation?
For the first time in 12 years, Annie returns home to help make the revolution. On the 25th of April, the daughter of Silva Pais will become a kind of icon. And she does everything to try to save her father.
Two months later, the Silva Pais family receives a letter. Annie is fine. She refuses to give details, but there is increasing evidence that she is in Cuba. She must be being protected by Fidel. It remains to be seen why.
Arriving late should be an advantage, because it gives you time to see the result in another country before repeating it. It is the only one we have and we never knew how to use it.
CNN Portugal commentator José Tomaz Castello Branco recalled on Correspondente de Guerra the assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud, which took place two days before September 11.
During the 1960s and early 1970s, the noise of engines competed with the local wildlife at the Monsanto Forest Park in Lisbon. The old Montes Claros circuit hosted popular car and motorcycle races before these speed events moved to the Estoril Circuit, which opened in 1972. In August 1969, DN reported from the scene, praising the organisation by the Clube 100 à Hora and witnessing the victories of José Lampreia and Antonio Martinez. The programme also included a motorcycle race, won by the Spaniard Antonio Martinez, who was noted for his superior track knowledge compared to the Portuguese riders. The report also highlights the mechanical preparations and the efficiency of the event organisers.
At 10:45 am on September 26, 1953, competitors in the 3rd edition of the 'Women's Automobile Rally' set off from Praça do Marquês de Pombal towards Estoril. As reported by DN, a large crowd of onlookers gathered at the starting point. Maria Gabriela Espírito Santo Ribeiro da Cunha finished on the podium in 3rd place driving an MG. The rally was first held in 1951, with all vehicles undergoing inspection before departure. Following the race, organised by the ACP, a supplementary competition took place in front of the Casino, which also hosted the awards ceremony. Alice Reis Vale, in a Lancia, was the fastest of the day, followed by Maria Adélia Campos in a Porsche, and Maria Ribeiro da Cunha in an MG.
This Friday marks 527 years since Vasco da Gama landed in Lisbon after discovering the maritime route to India, one of the highest moments in the history of Portugal and the first step towards globalisation.
Relatives of those who were imprisoned at Tarrafal after the 25th of April revolution sign a petition to denounce the dozens who were held there 'without judicial conviction and, in many cases, without formal charges'.
Joe Salgado worked on the 47th floor of the North Tower at the World Trade Center. That morning, he managed to escape the building with three other colleagues. A decision made by instinct saved his life.
A historical account of the 1985 train crash in Alcafache, one of the deadliest rail accidents in Portuguese history.
Two Portuguese firefighters were involved in the search and rescue operations following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. José Ricardo Bismarck recalls the eight days he spent on American soil.
The President of the Republic also recalls “the mark that this day left on contemporary history” and conveys “a word of solidarity and respect to all those affected by that tragedy”
The publication 'Portugal Democrático' is being revisited as a significant historical example of journalism produced during the resistance.
It was 13:46 in mainland Portugal, 5 hours earlier in New York, when the first plane hit one of the twin towers.
Reflections on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and how the event is remembered in Portugal.
The Prime Minister stated that, “on this very painful day,” it is necessary to remember “the many, including Portuguese citizens, who lost their lives on September 11.”
At 8:46 am on Tuesday, September 11, 2001, there were 43 minutes left until the New York Stock Exchange opened. It never happened. The first plane hit the North Tower and the session was immediately cancelled. When the second American Airlines Boeing struck the South Tower, it was the turn of the Nasdaq technology exchange...
There is a view that there was a contemporary world until September 11, 2001, and another one since then. 25 years later, we look at a very different reality, both in the United States and in Portugal. Back here, TVI was gaining television leadership from SIC, at the expense of blockbusters like...
25 years ago, millions of people followed a historic event live. We will discover what happened on September 11, 2001, and understand why those who saw or heard it never forgot it.
In 1943, the British and Americans discussed how they could use the Azores; in 1951, the United States negotiated with Portugal on how to remain there. And Portugal remained the holder of the key.
Ceuta was conquered by Portugal in 1415 and became Spanish after 1640. What were those two centuries of Portuguese presence like, and what led to investing so many people and so much money in North Africa?
Ceuta was conquered by Portugal in 1415 and became Spanish after 1640. What were those two centuries of Portuguese presence like, and what led to investing so many people and so much money in North Africa?
The 'Seven-Killer' massacre in 1987 shocked Portugal. Vítor Jorge killed seven people, including his family and his mistress, revealing traumas and a disturbed mind that divided psychiatry and the justice system.
Portugal and Spain are experiencing regime crises stemming from the negligence of some in how they handle institutions and the complacency of others in how they position themselves before the negligent.
A report regarding a financial loan provided by Venezuela to the Portuguese state.
A discussion regarding the origins of the Portuguese nation and the historical influence of the Knights Templar is being held at the Convent of Christ.
