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The historic Portuguese city of Évora will become Europe's Capital of Culture in 2027, celebrating a slower pace of life rooted in the Alentejo region's unique heritage. The city expects to welcome over a million visitors with a program that invites Europeans to reconnect with art, community, and what matters most.
When Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper tearfully wished his mother could watch him play at the World Cup, strangers across the globe made it happen. Ana Candida Evora, who had never left her home country or even owned a passport, arrived in Miami after officials and fans united to overcome visa barriers.
Solar panels that look like ancient Roman tiles are now powering historic sites across Europe. From Pompeii's villas to Portugal's UNESCO-listed buildings, cities are proving heritage and sustainability can coexist beautifully.
Making their World Cup debut, tiny island nation Cape Verde held two-time champions Uruguay to a thrilling 2-2 draw, moving one step closer to an impossible dream. Their veteran goalkeeper's mom watched from the stands for the first time after never leaving their country before.
A Moroccan tech company is launching an AI-powered healthcare program in Portugal that could transform how tomorrow's doctors learn and work. The initiative trains physicians to master artificial intelligence while making hospitals smarter and more efficient.
A 40-year-old goalkeeper who captivated millions with stunning World Cup saves is starting a new chapter with one of Chile's biggest clubs. His journey from late bloomer to global sensation shows it's never too late to shine.
The tiny island nation of Cape Verde has qualified for the FIFA World Cup knockout stages for the first time in history, stunning the soccer world. With just 500,000 citizens, they held their own against powerhouse teams to earn a spot in the Round of 32.
A 40-year-old goalkeeper who arrived at the World Cup without a club became an overnight sensation and just landed his dream move. Vozinha's heroic performance against Spain earned him millions of fans and a contract with Chilean champions Colo Colo.
Portuguese researchers discovered that a basic dictation task can reveal signs of cognitive decline in older adults through timing and stroke patterns. This breakthrough could transform how doctors screen for dementia using nothing more than pen and paper.
African music streaming platform Josplay just secured a major partnership with Sony Music Entertainment, bringing thousands of tracks from legendary African artists to listeners worldwide. The deal celebrates African music as "a world of music," not just a genre subset.
Scientists discovered that analyzing how people write, not just what they write, could detect cognitive decline before serious symptoms appear. The breakthrough could transform early dementia screening with an affordable, accessible tool.