Sculptor Francisco Simões has died, advocate of "democratic access to art"
He was the creator of the work 'Women of Lisbon' and of the sculptures depicting figures of Portuguese poetry in the Jardim dos Poetas in Oeiras. He was 80 years old.
One-month Mass marking the death of Clara Pinto Correia attended only by a few family members
Despite calls for people to attend in Estremoz, the writer's one-month Mass drew few attendees. Two of her sisters gave an emotional speech that honoured Clara's “greatness”.
Sculptor Francisco Simões has died. 'He intertwined tradition and modernity in a harmonious way,' says Marcelo
Portuguese sculptor Francisco Simões has died. Marcelo said the artist 'intertwined tradition and modernity in a harmonious way'.
Manoel Carlos (1933-2026), uma assinatura inconfundível na história da telenovela brasileira
His dramas about Rio de Janeiro's bourgeoisie (and his Helens) marked an era at Globo, where he was brought in by Jô Soares. Baila Comigo, Por Amor and Laços de Família were among his best-known titles.
Actress Elisa Lisboa has died
She was 81 and had been living at the Casa do Artista since 2018. She devoted her life to the arts, from film to theatre, including television and even teaching.
Culture minister thanks actress Elisa Lisboa for helping to shape new generations
The Portuguese actress died on Thursday at the age of 81.
Alex Felipe has died, former European champion for Sporting
The Brazilian, who was in his sixth season with Norilsk Nickel, lost consciousness at Ukhta airport and, despite attempts to resuscitate him, was pronounced dead at the scene. Sporting expressed 'deep sorrow'.
Hungarian director Béla Tarr dies aged 70
Béla Tarr was the creator, among others, of 'Sátántangó' (1994), a film of more than seven hours adapted from the novel by Nobel Prize in Literature laureate László Krasznahorkai, about the decline of communism in Europe.
From Venice to Patiño, the unique style of Jacqueline de Ribes
She brought elegance to the great balls of the 20th century, including to Portugal in 1968. The aristocrat, fashion designer and philanthropist died aged 96; with her death a golden era comes to an end.
Brigitte Bardot — the images no one saw (1934–2025)
Bardot dies today, aged 91, leaving a legacy that transcends generations. The iconic French actress also leaves behind a new book of previously unseen photographs — an intimate work celebrating her life, her style and her indelible aura.
Film icon Brigitte Bardot has died aged 91
Brigitte Bardot has died aged 91, reports Le Figaro.
Manuela Mendonça, president of the Academy of History, has died
Historian Manuela Mendonça died, aged 77, the institution's vice‑president Miguel Monteiro announced in a statement.
Chris Rea (1951–2025) has died, the reluctant pop star who loved cars
The British musician, performer and songwriter behind songs such as “Driving Home for Christmas”, “On the Beach”, “Auberge” and “Road to Hell (Pt. 2)”, died following a short illness.
Film director Manuel Faria de Almeida dies aged 91
A former programmes director at RTP, founder of Televisão de Macau and director of the most censored film of the Estado Novo era, Catembe — which was subjected to 103 cuts by censors — died on Sunday aged 91.
Manuel Faria de Almeida, director of the most censored film under the Estado Novo, has died
In 2023 he was honoured by the Government with the Medal of Cultural Merit. He was 91 years old.
Merry Christmas, Aveiro!
Aveiro bid farewell to one of the municipality's leading businessmen, António Oliveira. This edition features the 'Boas Festas' programme, which continues to brighten the spirit of the season.
Claude Berda, founder of Vanguard Properties, has died aged 78
The millionaire, born in France, who founded Vanguard Properties in Portugal has died aged 78. Claude Berda founded Vanguard Properties in 2017 to invest in property.
