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Lisbon Library Creates Free Audiobooks for Blind Kids
Acts of Kindness•May 21

Lisbon Library Creates Free Audiobooks for Blind Kids

A Lisbon mother whose son lost his sight as a baby has launched a growing collection of free audio stories read by volunteers. Over 115 recordings are now available to Portuguese-speaking children worldwide.

Euronews•2 min read
Lisbon Named World's Best City for Expats in 2026
Global News•May 20

Lisbon Named World's Best City for Expats in 2026

Portugal's capital just topped a global ranking of the most livable cities for people moving abroad, beating out 34 other cities across six continents. The win came from Lisbon's affordable living costs, clean air, and welcoming visa options.

Euronews•2 min read
Woman Honored for Pulling Driver From Burning Car
Community Heroes•May 14

Woman Honored for Pulling Driver From Burning Car

MacKenzie Lewis ran toward danger when most would flee, pulling a trapped woman from a fiery crash in Lisbon, Ohio. The village honored her bravery with a special proclamation while the woman she saved stood nearby to say thank you. #

Google News - Good Samaritan•2 min read
Portugal Invests €11M to Share Tourism Beyond Lisbon
Solutions•Apr 21

Portugal Invests €11M to Share Tourism Beyond Lisbon

Portugal is directing €11 million toward its overlooked inland regions to ease overcrowding in Lisbon and Porto while showcasing hidden gems. The move supports nature, food, and cultural tourism in areas that rarely see international visitors.

Euronews•2 min read
Lisbon's 11-Year Underwater Forest Closes as Planned
Planet Wins•Apr 20

Lisbon's 11-Year Underwater Forest Closes as Planned

After 11 years and 10 million visitors, Lisbon's Oceanarium is gracefully closing its iconic "Forests Underwater" exhibition, honoring the Japanese artist's vision that nothing should last forever. The world's largest nature aquarium required 11,000 hours of underwater maintenance to preserve its beauty.

Euronews•2 min read
Arsenal and Bayern Win Big in Champions League Quarters
Sports•Apr 8

Arsenal and Bayern Win Big in Champions League Quarters

Two European football giants took commanding leads in the Champions League quarterfinals with crucial away victories. Arsenal edged Sporting Lisbon 1-0 while Bayern Munich stunned Real Madrid 2-1 on the road.

Premium Times Nigeria•2 min read
Record-Breaking Dog Balances Books at World's Oldest Bookshop
Community Heroes•Mar 18

Record-Breaking Dog Balances Books at World's Oldest Bookshop

Leonard the border collie celebrated his eighth birthday in Portugal by showing off his book-balancing skills at a bookstore that's been open since 1732. The four-time world record holder delighted staff and shoppers at Bertrand in Lisbon during his first trip abroad.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
EU Launches App to Speed Up Border Waits at Airports
Innovation•Mar 17

EU Launches App to Speed Up Border Waits at Airports

Travelers to Europe can now skip long airport lines by pre-registering their information up to 72 hours before arrival. The new "Travel to Europe" app launched in Lisbon and will expand across EU airports in coming weeks.

Euronews•2 min read
Dad Builds 20,000-Strong Beach Cleanup Army in Mumbai
Videos•Mar 17

Dad Builds 20,000-Strong Beach Cleanup Army in Mumbai

When Lisbon Ferrao saw his kids playing in trash instead of sand at Mumbai's beaches, he grabbed a bag and started cleaning. Today, his movement has grown to 20,000 volunteers who show up every Saturday.

The Better India•2 min read
Uganda's Kiplimo Breaks World Half Marathon Record in 57:20
Sports•Mar 9

Uganda's Kiplimo Breaks World Half Marathon Record in 57:20

Jacob Kiplimo shattered the world half marathon record in Lisbon, crossing the finish line in 57 minutes and 20 seconds. The 25-year-old Ugandan runner reclaimed a title he first earned in 2021, proving that dedication and patience pay off.

Google: marathon world record•2 min read
Jacob Kiplimo Breaks Half Marathon Record in Lisbon
Community Heroes•Mar 9

Jacob Kiplimo Breaks Half Marathon Record in Lisbon

Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo reclaimed the half marathon world record with a stunning 57:20 run in Lisbon, months after his previous record was disqualified on a technicality. Running without pacemakers, the three-time world cross-country champion proved his speed was genuine and set a new mark for the sport.

Google: marathon world record•2 min read
Runner Shatters Half Marathon Record at 57:20 in Lisbon
Sports•Mar 9

Runner Shatters Half Marathon Record at 57:20 in Lisbon

Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo just broke the half marathon world record in Lisbon, clocking an incredible 57:20 and shaving 10 seconds off the previous mark. It's redemption for the star athlete after his even faster 2024 time wasn't officially recognized.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Ugandan Runner Sets World Record After First Stripped
Sports•Mar 9

Ugandan Runner Sets World Record After First Stripped

Jacob Kiplimo just proved that setbacks don't define champions. The Ugandan athlete broke the half marathon world record in Lisbon, running 57:20 just weeks after his previous record was disqualified.

Google: athlete breaks record•2 min read
Uganda's Kiplimo Reclaims Half-Marathon World Record
Sports•Mar 9

Uganda's Kiplimo Reclaims Half-Marathon World Record

Jacob Kiplimo just ran 13.1 miles faster than any human ever has, shaving 10 seconds off the half-marathon world record in Lisbon. The Ugandan champion blazed through the course in 57 minutes and 20 seconds without pacemakers.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Runner Breaks Half Marathon Record at 57:20 in Lisbon
Sports•Mar 9

Runner Breaks Half Marathon Record at 57:20 in Lisbon

Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo just shattered the half marathon world record by 10 seconds, finishing in an incredible 57:20 in Lisbon. After losing the record in 2024, he's officially reclaimed his crown.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Uganda's Kiplimo Breaks Half-Marathon Record in Lisbon
Sports•Mar 9

Uganda's Kiplimo Breaks Half-Marathon Record in Lisbon

Jacob Kiplimo just reclaimed the world half-marathon record he lost three years ago, proving persistence pays off. The Ugandan runner shaved 10 seconds off the previous mark in Portugal.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
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Sports•Mar 9

Uganda's Kiplimo Breaks Half-Marathon World Record

Jacob Kiplimo just rewrote the record books in Lisbon, becoming the fastest half-marathon runner in history. The 23-year-old Ugandan athlete proved that dedication and dreams know no borders.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Runner Breaks Half Marathon World Record in 57:20
Sports•Mar 8

Runner Breaks Half Marathon World Record in 57:20

Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo just shattered the half marathon world record with an incredible 57:20 finish in Lisbon. After heartbreak from a disqualified record last year, he's finally claimed the title that's rightfully his.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Uganda's Kiplimo Races for Redemption in Lisbon Sunday
Sports•Mar 6

Uganda's Kiplimo Races for Redemption in Lisbon Sunday

After his record-breaking run was rejected on a technicality, Jacob Kiplimo returns to prove his speed is real. The Ugandan star races Sunday in Lisbon with fire in his heart and history in his sights.

Google: marathon world record•2 min read
French Runners Eye National Records at Lisbon Half Marathon
Sports•Mar 5

French Runners Eye National Records at Lisbon Half Marathon

Three French distance stars will chase their country's half marathon record this Sunday in Lisbon, where the fast course has produced multiple world records. The race also features Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo returning to the city where he once set a world record.

Google: marathon world record•2 min read

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