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Raquel Vaz-Pinto: Is there a new world order?

Is the balance of powers acknowledged by the western world in history books still valid today? What has changed since the end of the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall? Feed gathered three perspectives from three different geographies: Poland, Russia’s neighbour; Portugal, facing the Atlantic; and Colombia, open to the Pacific.
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Humour, a serious business 

Amidst life's challenges, humour emerges as a serious yet often unheeded superpower unique to humans. Far beyond laughter, it forges bonds, fosters creativity, provides resilience and enhances people’s overall health and well-being. But the connection…

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A woman walks past a mural painting by graffiti artist Eme Freethinker depicting a likeness of the Gollum/Smeagol of the "Lord of the Rings" epic, worhsipping a toilet paper roll with a speech bubble reading "My darling", at Berlin's Mauer Park on March 21, 2020, amidst the new coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

A Precious Fear

Fear depends on our notion of it. José Palma-Oliveira, specialist in psychology and risk perception,…
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Oceanário de Lisboa

Twice voted the best in the world on TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice, the Oceanário de Lisboa…

The Pulse of the Earth

This article essays to respond to a complex question: whether the planet Earth can have…
UN Secretary General António Guterres speaks at the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly September 24, 2019, in New York. (Photo by Johannes EISELE / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOHANNES EISELE/AFP via Getty Images)

75 Years of the UN

The United Nations officially came into being on 24 October 1945. 75 years ago, in…
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Poland’s Black Gold

Coal helped Poland achieve economic independence and still plays a determinant role in the country's…

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The power of storytelling

The power of storytelling

People have always craved stories and created unique ways to tell them. Storytelling is a way to entertain, to influence, to inspire. Stories have more impact on the human brain than data and numbers because they’re easier and more pleasant to remember.
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Knowledge is power

Knowledge is power

The pursuit of the fundamental nature of human knowledge is an enduring journey in Western philosophy, whose roots date back to Ancient Greece. This intricate quest inspires a thorough exploration of the origins and boundaries of knowledge, as well as its impact on the evolution of societies.
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The Power of Faith

The Power of Faith

“Good things come to those who wait” is a popular expression that perhaps applies to those who believe as well. In 2023, one year later than expected, Lisbon hosted World Youth Day, welcoming Pope Francis and over one million pilgrims for the biggest Catholic event in the world, in a celebration of faith. What is this power that moves and brings so many people together?
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Texts of Wisdom

Texts of Wisdom

Besides being a source of knowledge, old books are true treasures. With the support of Jerónimo Martins, rarities from the 18th century and earlier are being restored at Brotéria, the Jesuits’ cultural centre in Lisbon.
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The Value of Art

The Value of Art

Three works signed by the Portuguese Kruella, the Colombian Ledania and the Polish Magda were silk-screened at the Portuguese Printmaking Centre to celebrate the 230 years of Jerónimo Martins, in 2022.
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Priceless Art

Priceless Art

Bringing fine art to a broader audience. From screen printing to engraving, lithography, photography and digital art, the Portuguese Printmaking Centre (CPS) publishes countless original artwork and produces limited editions of contemporary art.
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Deep Memories

Deep Memories

A golden past not to forget. First worked by the Romans, the Jales gold mine was the last to be operated in Portugal. Twenty years after its closure, the memory of its glory days is now preserved in a museum set up with the help of former miners.
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The worth of Words

The worth of Words

Short expressions of popular wisdom are true golden heritage. The Polish language is full of terms, expressions and proverbs related to the most precious of metals which reflect the sparkle of this nation’s culture.