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1,000 counterfeit sports jerseys seized from shipments in the Algarve
The GNR’s Fiscal Action Unit (UAF) seized approximately 1,000 sports jerseys and another 400 counterfeit items during inspections carried out in the municipalities of Faro and Portimão, the security force announced.
Tivoli Carvoeiro unveils revamped events centre
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort has completed a full renovation of its meetings and events centre as it seeks to strengthen its position in the Algarve’s corporate and business tourism market. The post Tivoli Carvoeiro unveils revamped events centre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Noitada Portimão festival to light up the city
Portimão will once again stay awake long after sunset later this month as the third edition of Noitada Portimão transforms the city’s riverside and historic centre into a giant open-air The post Noitada Portimão festival to light up the city appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Port of Lisbon reaches record high in passenger numbers
The Port of Lisbon recorded new record highs in the number of passengers and port calls, registering the best June for cruise activity, it was announced.
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Portugal’s president calls for seismic risk to become national priority
President António José Seguro has called for reducing Portugal’s seismic risk to become a long-term national priority, arguing that earthquake preparedness should be treated as a permanent commitment by the The post Portugal’s president calls for seismic risk to become national priority appeared first on Portugal Resident .
PSP recovers more than 100 stolen phones linked to Afro Nation
PSP police have recovered more than 100 mobile phones and numerous identification documents believed to have been stolen during the Afro Nation festival in Portimão after a victim tracked her The post PSP recovers more than 100 stolen phones linked to Afro Nation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Blair tells Burnham: Don’t expect to be popular
Sir Keir Starmer’s farewell tour is well under way – but is he destined to spend most of it out of the UK? With an extra day in Paris for the Bastille Day celebrations and a possible dash stateside for the World Cup final, Starmer is ending his premiership on the world stage – arguably […]
Portugal begins to look into space
There are investments that are worth their amount and others that are important above all for the signal they send about the direction of a country. The creation of ICEYE Portugal and the opening of a centre of excellence in Lisbon belong, in my opinion, clearly to the second category.
A ‘Super Tuesday’ for a bigger EU
Enlargement is high on the list of priorities for the Irish presidency of the Council of the EU … and Dublin is not wasting any time. On the sidelines of the EU’s General Affairs Council happening today, there will be four separate accession conferences: for Ukraine, Moldova, Albania and Montenegro — to formally mark progress […]
Farage’s strategy for the Burnham era? It’s all about him
The Reform UK leader, facing two high-stakes local elections, is trying to rally supporters by playing the victim card.
Crimea was Russia’s stronghold. Now it’s a vulnerability.
What was supposed to be Vladimir Putin’s crowning achievement has become a military and personal headache for the Russian leader.
Graham death leaves Israel with a DC void
The Republican senator was a big advocate for strikes on Iran, along with other foreign policy priorities of Israel.
Europeans to partner with Kyiv on homegrown missile defense
“What we are building here is not only for Ukraine," Macron said.
Trump notifies Congress of new war against Iran
President Donald Trump's notification that the U.S. is again at war with Iran gives the administration another 60-day clock for military action.
RFM Somnii Intermarché announces dates for 2027
RFM Somnii Intermarché returns to Praia do Relógio, in Figueira da Foz, on 9, 10 and 11 July 2027.
EU capitals fail to force Commission’s hand on Israeli settler sanctions
Countries trying to force the Commission into giving EU countries concrete measures to vote on were unable to do so.
The Best Beach Clubs in the Algarve
The Algarve is home to some of Portugal's most spectacular beaches, but sometimes it's nice to swap your towel on the sand for a day where everything is taken care of, whether that's a pool overlooking the sea, comfortable sunbeds, great food or a signature cocktail in hand.
Two Portuguese short films awarded at the Badajoz Iberian Film Festival
The Portuguese short films “A fronteira azul” (The Blue Frontier), by Dinis M. Costa, and *Rui Carlos*, by Margarida Paias, won awards at the Badajoz Iberian Film Festival in Spain.
European Union border system under pressure as Summer travel surges
The European Union’s new digital border control system is facing growing pressure as millions of holidaymakers travel during the peak summer season, prompting fresh discussions between European officials, airports and airlines over how to reduce delays while maintaining border security.
Russia sanctions package pushed to Wednesday deadline
EU foreign ministers failed to sign off on 21st sanctions round. Wednesday is the last day to lock in an oil price cap.
Why the EU’s new social media roadmap is tougher than it looks
Europe is playing the long game on holding Big Tech platforms to account.
Hungary’s parliament votes to oust Orbán-appointed president
The 17th amendment to Hungary's constitution easily surpassed the two-thirds voting majority needed for constitutional change.
Buying a detached house in Portugal can be cheaper than buying a flat
Swapping a flat for a detached house still represents an average additional investment of €30,500 in Portugal.