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Chopstick Recycling
A Japanese city has reclassified used bamboo chopsticks collected for recycling as a “valuable material” rather than waste, opening the door for wider reuse initiatives.
House GOP endorses Trump’s Department of War renaming
The move by the House Armed Services Committee injects another partisan wedge issue into an already fraught defense bill.
People power mobilises against solar/ wind mega-projects
Nine civic movements and associations across the country have created a national platform against the proliferation of solar and wind mega-projects, and in defence of a ‘just and sustainable energy The post People power mobilises against solar/ wind mega-projects appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Robotic Hands
A startup specialising in robotic hands is emerging as a major player in the humanoid robotics industry.
Cockroaches – Uninvited Guests!
And a roommate who pays no rent.
Ukraine targets St. Petersburg again as Putin’s Davos wraps up
Kyiv's strikes came within hours after Putin rejected meeting Ukraine's Zelenskyy, who had sent him a letter urging peace talks.
Parakeet Recovery
A critically endangered New Zealand parakeet has received an unexpected boost thanks to a prolific breeding pair that has produced more than 50 chicks in less than two years.
5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Experience at Warner Bros. Park Madrid
A visit to Warner Bros. Park Madrid is synonymous with adrenaline, family fun, live shows, and themed experiences inspired by the Warner Bros. cinematic universe.
An increase in diesel price is expected
During the week of 8 to 14 June, a new price fluctuation is expected, with diesel prices increasing and petrol prices decreasing.
Peculiar alliance with visiting pope a blessing for Spain’s Sánchez
Pontiff and Socialist leader overlap on issues from migration to the Middle East.
Family Strategy
A small Tuscan municipality is defying Italy’s depopulation trend after its population surpassed 8,000 residents for the first time.
Trump administration in ‘active dialogue’ on strategic petroleum reserve in California
The plan would almost certainly run into opposition from Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
New museum to be built in Portugal
The Municipality of Soure in Coimbra will build a Templar Museum next to the Castle. The mayor announced this project and expects it to finish during his current term.
Battle of the sunshades: minister clarifies doubts
As the ‘battle of the sunshades’ lurched like a drunkard on the sands, Portugal’s minister for environment and energy has appeared to clarify all doubts. She did so by effortlessly The post Battle of the sunshades: minister clarifies doubts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Musical Minds
Learning a musical instrument could improve attention and cognitive performance, according to new research from Spain’s Mind, Brain, and Behaviour Research Centre.
US and Iran exchange strikes, threatening fragile ceasefire
Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil and gas deliveries, remains sharply reduced.
Another 340 PSP agents to beef airport border controls from July 4
Minister of internal administration, Luis Neves, has announced an increase of 340 PSP agents for airport border controls, starting from July 4. The news follows the recent ‘boost’ given by The post Another 340 PSP agents to beef airport border controls from July 4 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal city candidates for Portuguese Capital of Culture 2028
Leiria has announced its candidacy for Portuguese Capital of Culture 2028, positioning itself as a hub for cultural creation and future development, according to Mayor Gonçalo Lopes.
US doctor treated for Ebola released from German hospital
Peter Stafford had contracted the virus while working for a missionary group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Clean Economy
Scotland’s transition to a low-carbon economy is gathering pace, with new research suggesting green industries are becoming an increasingly important driver of jobs and economic growth.
Season 5 Episode 3 - Bladder Cancer: from Prevention to New Therapies
In the latest episode of the OncoHPA podcast, we dedicated the session to the topic “Bladder Cancer: from prevention to new therapies”.
Taiwan’s Top Diplomat Opens Up About Trump’s Maneuvering
In a new interview, the self-governing island’s top diplomat to the United States says he isn’t worried about being “traded off to the Chinese.”
From Vienna’s energy to Faro’s calm
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Trump’s next loyalty test: Ending the changing of the clocks
The president is personally working the phones to lobby lawmakers on ending the twice-yearly clock-changing ritual across the United States.