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South Korea admits Trump blindsided Seoul by cutting military drills
The alliance has staged joint exercises for more than 70 years — but the U.S. president highlighted his "very good relationship" with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un in scaling them back.
Algarve nightclub prepares for final night
LICK Algarve will hold its final party this Saturday, 22 August, before permanently closing the nightclub.
First Drive: Chery aims high with premium Lepas L8 SUV
Has Chinese carmaker Chery got another winner on its hands with Lepas?
France expels 2 Iranian diplomats in escalating row with Tehran
The French foreign ministry accused authorities in Iran of assaulting embassy employees last month.
Fruit Heroes conference on children’s eating habits in the Algarve
Algarve municipalities and parish councils are being invited to attend a national conference where they will receive access to the latest data on children’s eating habits in Portuguese schools, including figures broken down by municipality.
Portuguese tourist stabbed to death at Albanian beach resort; 11 arrested
A 20-year-old Portuguese tourist has been stabbed to death in the Albanian coastal town of Ksamil, with 11 people arrested and two others wanted in connection with the killing. The The post Portuguese tourist stabbed to death at Albanian beach resort; 11 arrested appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Government prepares crackdown on ‘front shops’ linked to illegal immigration
Portugal’s government is preparing measures to tackle the proliferation of so-called “front shops” suspected of being used for illegal accommodation, irregular immigration and human trafficking. The Ministry of Economy and The post Government prepares crackdown on ‘front shops’ linked to illegal immigration appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Wine, history and luxury come together at Taboadella
Taboadella brings together wine tourism, history, and luxury accommodation at its estate in the Dão, where visitors can explore 42 hectares of vineyards, discover more than 1,500 years of winemaking history, and stay at a private Relais & Châteaux property.
Trump hits pause on new Canada tariffs
The president announced late Tuesday night that the two governments had reached an initial agreement to avert the 50 percent duty.
Snakes on a campaign! When animals attack politicians
A French MEP revealed she was bitten by a snake. She's not the only politician to be pricked by a creature.
One Nation sets the terms
Like this content? Consider signing up for POLITICO’s Canberra Playbook newsletter. ESSENTIALS DRIVING THE DAY One Nation is setting the terms for the next round of polarizing debates, as the major parties close in on major legislative achievements: gambling ad reform and NDIS cost reform. Consider this: Pauline Hanson’s dig at Labor’s rigid superannuation access rules, […]
Netherlands slams US sanctions on top ICC officials
The Dutch foreign minister expressed support for the court’s president and demanded that international tribunals "be able to freely carry out their mandates."
Climate change is cooking Europe’s oceans, scientists find
Global warming is the main driver of this year's marine heat waves, with knock-on effects for ecosystems and extreme weather.
Trump’s threats to Seoul may be worse than their bite
The decision to end annual military exercises between the U.S. and South Korea is unlikely to affect security on the world’s most militarized border.
What it really costs to live in Portugal
Get the location right and it’s excellent value. Get it wrong and you’ll wonder what all the fuss was about. Here’s a rough guide to both halves of the sum: The post What it really costs to live in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ousted Ukrainian defense chief Fedorov demands elections in challenge to Zelenskyy
"We must not let Putin decide when Ukrainians can choose their government," Mykhailo Fedorov said Tuesday evening.
‘There is no breaking point’: The problem with Trump’s plan to economically strangle Iran
As the administration promises unprecedented economic isolation, former US officials and Iran experts warn Tehran may be willing to absorb far more pain than Washington anticipates.
US oil producers set to ink production deals with Venezuela
A signing ceremony involving several smaller U.S. producers and Petróleos de Venezuela is set for Houston, according to three people familiar with the plans.
Jornal Económico appoints new director
João Marcelino has been appointed the new director of Jornal Económico, returning to the publication after working with the title for several years.
Trump is weighing whether to grant Canada a tariff reprieve
A deal to avoid 50 percent duties on some Canadian goods is on Trump's desk, as Ottawa and Washington work towards a broader trade agreement.
International folklore festival brings seven countries to the Algarve
FolkFaro has returned to the Algarve, bringing traditional music, dance and costumes from seven countries to towns across the region.
More flight routes could soon come to the Azores
The Government of the Azores is developing the Air Route Development Fund.
Turtle rehabilitated in the Algarve and returned to the sea
A scientific publication highlights international collaboration, continuous adaptation, and the contribution of this case to scientific knowledge about one of the marine species most difficult to monitor in a rehabilitation setting.
Ed Miliband wants to save the world. He’ll have do it with a threadbare Foreign Office.
The former energy secretary will have to wrestle with slashed budgets and disgruntled staff.