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Paris's cost of living protests spiral into France's worst violence, riots in decades
The protests in France began last month at high schools in Paris' working-class northern suburbs, where anger over teacher shortages and shabby facilities evolved into a broader movement.
Tens of thousands march in Lisbon over housing, cost of living crisis
On Columbus Day, remember Abraham Zacuto, the Jewish astronomer history forgot - opinion
Rubio dismisses Amnesty criticism over Iran war, calls organization ‘a fraud’
In Europe’s gaze, October 7 risks becoming a footnote - opinion
If October 7 survives chiefly as the beginning of what came afterward, something has been lost.
Portugal prosecutors probe legality of US use of Lajes base in Iran war
A longstanding agreement with the US allows Washington to use the base without prior authorisation during peacetime, but requires Portugal to give approval once hostilities begin.
For the first time: Arkia launches direct flights to Madeira
Arkia launches Tel Aviv-Madeira route with 6-hour flights to the Portuguese island. Three direct flights planned in initial phase, with expansion coming.
Portuguese artists pull out of Jerry Seinfeld-headlined festival
Jewish comedian Jerry Seinfeld has become one of Hollywood’s most prominent advocates for Israel since October 2023.
Israel's settlement policy triggers trade restrictions from 12 nations, incl. Canada, France
The UK, Canada, France, and 10 other countries announced plans to impose national restrictions on goods from Israeli settlements, in a surprise coordinated move.
57 days until elections: Israelis abroad are already filling flights to Israel
Ahead of elections, the Fly&Vote initiative secures dedicated flights from New York and Lisbon following high demand and TAP route cancellations.
Portuguese gov't demands investigation for antisemitic threats against Israeli doctoral student
Portugal’s attorney general has been asked to investigate alleged antisemitism, threats and incitement targeting doctoral student Bar Harel.
Ambassador of Israel: “Israel is home for every Jew. We are one."
Human rights group and Jewish leaders state that Israel Is the guarantor of Jewish life across the diaspora
European agency advocates using military force to stop maritime 'cocaine highway' - report
This comes as Europe is getting hit by what one DEA officer called “a tsunami of cocaine,” and follows an operation in which a French Navy sniper shot the engine of a high-speed smuggling vessel.
Good thing it's over: Cristiano Ronaldo’s cult of personality became unbearable - opinion
"In today’s media climate, the individualists with the most Instagram likes are celebrated, while players who know how to connect with their teammates are left to the soccer nerds."
