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The blue tsunami sparks joy, hope and mockery in Europe

The changing power dynamic in Washington puts Donald Trump under pressure and gives Europe's mainstream a rare moment of transatlantic relief.

What Trump’s double defeat means for the UK

It’s been a bruising night for Donald Trump at the midterm elections – losing both the house and the senate – but what does it mean for Britain? In a special edition, Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy hear from a variety of experts – on both sides of the Atlantic – as the balance of […]

Mains water finally on the way for 222 residents near Mexilhoeira Grande

Work has begun to bring mains water to around 222 residents in Montes de Cima, a rural area of Mexilhoeira Grande where many households still depend on private wells and The post Mains water finally on the way for 222 residents near Mexilhoeira Grande appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Civil Protection warns citizens to be “ready for earthquake”

On a day when citizens everywhere could be feeling that the world has just become a tad safer, Portugal’s Civil Protection authority has told nationals to be prepared for an The post Civil Protection warns citizens to be “ready for earthquake” appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Spanish economy minister takes over transport ministry after deadly crash

Carlos Cuerpo will run the Transport Ministry following Óscar Puente's resignation

Defense chief rejects claims Germany puts its own arms industry ahead of Europe

Boris Pistorius says protecting national weapons manufacturers is a problem common to all EU countries.

International students in Portugal to spend Christmas with Portuguese families

International students spending Christmas in Portugal can celebrate the festive season with Portuguese families through an initiative that brings students living away from home together with local households.

Government warns “those who do not comply with law may have residence permits cancelled”

Deputy Secretary of State for the Presidency and Immigration has warned that those who take part in housing protests and do not comply with the law on foreigners may have The post Government warns “those who do not comply with law may have residence permits cancelled” appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Democrats win United States of America Midterm Elections

Democrats won both chambers of the US Congress in the midterm elections on 3 November, securing surprising victories in Republican states and delivering a major political defeat to President Donald Trump.

Elon Musk suffers major blow in US midterms

Plans for buildout of data centers across Texas in doubt after Democrats won a surprise sweep.

Cimpor denies involvement in plans for Algarve waste incinerator

Cimpor has denied any involvement in plans for a new waste-incineration facility in the Algarve, saying it has neither promoted nor held discussions about such a project. The cement group The post Cimpor denies involvement in plans for Algarve waste incinerator appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Weather Today (4 November): Is rain on the way?

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Investment doesn't end when it arrives!

Portugal has been consolidating its position as an international investment destination. Stability, European integration, available talent and the capacity of our companies are factors that contribute to this attractiveness. According to the October edition of Portugal Global magazine, AICEP contracted 3.58 billion euros in investment in 2025, the highest amount in its history.

Portugal, Plan B and Beyond: Inside the Wealth & Migration Summit

The Wealth & Migration Summit, hosted by Global Citizen Solutions on 5–6 November EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal is a chance to look into long term planning in terms of residency, citizenship, and wealth management.

Soulful Thoughts for Animals

Rather appropriately, this essay is being written on All Souls Day, 2026 as a reflection on W.H. Auden´s observation that “The human species has the monstrous qualification of being the only animal which seemingly enjoys being the cause of harm to others”.

Europe wakes up to a blue tsunami in the US midterms

Overnight, the Democratic party has won the U.S. Senate and made decisive gains in the House. But this might not necessarily be good news for Europe. On this special episode, Zoya Sheftalovich is joined by Sarah Wheaton in Brussels and our Global Politics Bureau Chief Jack Blanchard, who is ringing in from Washington. Jack will […]

US midterms: What the blue wave means for Britain

The Democrats have won the Senate and the House, taking control of Congress for the rest of Donald Trump’s presidency. On this special episode of Westminster Insider, Patrick Baker is joined from Washington D.C. by our Global Politics Bureau Chief Jack Blanchard to unpack the election results and to explore what they could mean for […]

5 things Europe needs to monitor as Democrats blitz Trump in US midterms

From Texas to Ohio, the Republicans had a disastrous night at the polls. How will the results impact Europe?

Burnham revives hopes UK’s crumbling parliament will get a fix

Successive governments have been reluctant to touch the costly overhaul needed to the seat of British democracy.

2026 Midterm Elections Live: Early results point to Democratic ‘blue wave’

What Europe hopes to see in the US midterms

Capitals are watching keenly for any hint that Washington's approach to foreign policy and free trade might change in 2028.

EU tells Ukraine to hasten reforms, sets out more cautious path for accession

Brussels has set out a far more ambitious membership roadmap for Moldova than it has for Ukraine.

Spain’s transport minister resigns after deadly train crash

After days of denying any intent to leave the government, Oscar Puente announced his resignation Tuesday evening.

PM breaks silence: has scheduled meetings over housing with CHEGA and PS

Prime minister Luís Montenegro broke his silence of the last few days to ‘speak to the country’ this evening – and this time he allowed journalists’ questions afterwards. In a The post PM breaks silence: has scheduled meetings over housing with CHEGA and PS appeared first on Portugal Resident .