Honoring a Protector of Refugees, Aristides de Sousa Mendes
As countries in Europe and North America debate the admission of refugees, I remember the courageous work of Holocaust rescuer Aristides de Sousa Mendes.
As countries in Europe and North America debate the admission of refugees, I remember the courageous work of Holocaust rescuer Aristides de Sousa Mendes.
The first part of my presentation on "Contested Histories: International Perspectives" at the AWP 2017 conference.
Remembering the life of Mário Soares, Portugal's first elected prime minister after the dictatorship, and what we can learn today from his courageous work.
A House Hunters International episode set in Porto, Portugal underscores that city's renaissance in recent years.
Fun and educational activities in Lisbon and the surrounding area for families with children and teens.
A discussion of stories in which the villains win, and what they can offer readers, young and old.
From time to time people write me with questions about their upcoming trips to Portugal. A common question that I get is, "Should I rent a car?" Several years ago…
Why authors' careers shouldn't be as short as professional athletes' -- and what we have to contribute whatever our age.
Visiting Porto for the fourth time, and a roundup of new restaurants for the influx of tourists to this up-and-coming destination.
The 2016 annual roundup of Lisbon restaurants, with some impressive new entries and a couple of dear departed favorites for pastries.