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On This Day in History, July 5: Amazon founded, Seinfeld premieres, Bikini debuts, Venezuela declares independence, Cape Verde gains freedomOn This Day in History, July 5 highlights pivotal moments that shaped politics, science, culture and global history. From Isaac Newton publ...- If you discovered Cape Verde this World Cup, let Cesaria Evora mesmerise youCape Verde's cultural heart beats in Mindelo, a city echoing the soulful 'morna' of Cesaria Evora. Her music, steeped in the islands' histo...
- Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano RonaldoCristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan...
- On This Day in History, June 13: Alexander dies, Miranda ruling, Korea summit, FIFA 2026 awarded to US-Canada-Mexico, Trump charged and more eventsOn This Day in History, June 13 witnessed the death of Alexander the Great, the signing of the enduring Anglo-Portuguese alliance, the land...
- India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeoverBrandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second...
- Today in World History on March 2: From Vasco da Gama’s maritime breakthrough to the digital revolution with CDs and YahooMarch 2nd marks significant historical moments, including Vasco da Gama's 1498 arrival in Mozambique, Alexander II's 1855 ascension to the ...
- India-EU Trade Deal: Antonio Costa, whom PM Modi called ‘Gandhi of Lisbon’, has family roots in Margao, GoaAntonio Costa's Goa connection: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with European leaders in New Delhi. He called European Council President A...
- Anand Mahindra likes Kerala city and its architecture, buildings. 6 things to do see thereIndustrialist Anand Mahindra highlighted Kochi's growing appeal, drawing attention to Fort Kochi's rich colonial history and cultural magne...
- Beside Vasco da Gama’s tomb, 500 years later: A story of neglected opportunities to lure foreign touristsIndia’s tourism sector needs a fresh and dynamic approach. Leveraging colonial legacies and historical sites could attract more foreign vis...
- Goa Liberation Day 2024: Know the history, significance, and quotes to share with family and friendsGoa Liberation Day commemorates the end of 451 years of Portuguese rule. In 1961, December 19, the Indian Army liberated Goa. This victory ...
- Belonging is such a slippery notionA vase from Lisbon, a cannon from an Indonesian island, a Goan mansion – disparate objets de mémoire have stories to tell
- How did chillies reach Northeast India?Chillies could have taken two routes to India, via the Portuguese through Goa, and via Zomia to northeastern India.
- Galleons of globalisation: Manila’s starring role in food trade entirely changed how we eatThe Manila galleons were developed due to Spanish desire to cash in on the Asian spice trade.
- Contrary to popular belief, the Portuguese didn't introduce potatoes to IndiaSweet potatoes are a traditional crop in Goa, but their consumption seems to be diminishing.
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli: When an IAS officer became the instrument of accessionIndians would be surprised to realise that the map of India has been almost in a state of flux.
- Indian Naval Ship Angre turns 64Indian Naval Ship Angre which currently functions as the main 'base and depot' for the Western Naval Command, celebrated its 64th anniversa...
- Soccer-Guinea Bissau players settle strike on eve of African Cup debutSOCCER-NATIONS/ (GUINEABISSAU):Soccer-Guinea Bissau players settle strike on eve of African Cup debut
- Guinea Bissau players settle strike on eve of African Cup debutSOCCER-NATIONS:Guinea Bissau players settle strike on eve of African Cup debut
- Foodie alert! Unravel the global flavours in Istanbul & MacauIn Istanbul, the food is an interesting mix of European and Asian.
- Portugal looking to boost trade relations with IndiaPortugal is looking to boost its trade relations with India and particularly keen to improve the trade ties with Goa, its former colony.
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