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AIMA and the Migration Council praise the government's draft laws
Officials from the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum and the National Council for Migration and Asylum praised draft laws to create regulations for stateless persons in Portugal, considering them feasible and resistant to fraud.
Swiss striker still stuck in US visa limbo with World Cup just 8 days away
Switzerland officials were careful not to criticize U.S. immigration policies, but expressed regret over Breel Embolo's last-minute travel hurdles.
OpenAI diverges from White House on AI safety rules
The tech giant unveiled a regulatory framework for advanced AI that splits from new White House plans for voluntary vetting and an enhanced role for the intelligence community.
EU Approves Sweeping Migration Reforms Including Offshore Return Centres
The European Union has approved a major new migration reform package that could significantly reshape how asylum seekers and irregular migrants are processed across Europe.
Poland pushes for permanent US base after Trump troop pivot
As Europe faces a greater threat from Russia, Warsaw is keen to have U.S. troops stationed within the country's borders indefinitely.
ADA and LINK Face Critical Tests, but BlockDAG Steals the Spotlight With New Stablecoin & Historic $0.001 Buyback Program
Sometimes the most important crypto moves build quietly, while other times, the writing is on the wall. That's exactly where things stand right now. Cardano news today points to ADA sitting at a make-or-break support level around $0.23, coiled inside a pattern that could spring sharply in either direction before June is out.
Festive Anticipation in Lisbon
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Calls for cancellation of Kanye West concert in Portugal
The European Jewish Congress (EJC) today called on the competent authorities, public entities, and organisers of the concert by American rapper Kanye West at the Algarve Stadium to cancel the show, scheduled for 7 August.
‘Everybody’s a little behind’ in safeguarding against drones at World Cup, says US homeland security secretary
Federal and local officials have been scrambling to protect stadiums and fans ahead of the soccer tournament.
Airports in disarray as strike cancels 658 flights
Air travel across Portugal was thrown into disarray this Wednesday after a nationwide strike led to the cancellation of 658 flights, representing nearly 45% of all scheduled operations, according to The post Airports in disarray as strike cancels 658 flights appeared first on Portugal Resident .
F4 racing makes its return to Algarve
With 35 young drivers on the grid and five races scheduled across two action-packed days, Portimão will once again become a showcase for some of motorsport’s brightest emerging talents. Among The post F4 racing makes its return to Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal wins UN Security Council seat
Portugal has secured a seat on the United Nations Security Council after winning election as a non-permanent member for the fourth time in its history – and for the first The post Portugal wins UN Security Council seat appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Afro Nation returns to the Algarve: A major boost for tourism and the local economy
Since its launch in Portugal in 2019, Afro Nation has grown into a global cultural phenomenon, attracting music fans from across Europe, Africa, North America and beyond. The festival, held The post Afro Nation returns to the Algarve: A major boost for tourism and the local economy appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ebola travel bans are impacting response, WHO warns
“We ask countries that have imposed blanket travel restrictions to lift them,” says WHO chief Tedros.
Strong winds cause the cancellation of dozens of flights at Madeira Airport
Madeira International Airport – Cristiano Ronaldo has been experiencing profound instability and significant operational constraints since 2 June night.
Best Beaches in the Algarve: The Resident’s guide to Portugal’s most spectacular coastline
Stretching for more than 150 kilometres along Portugal’s southern coast, the region offers a remarkably diverse beach experience. From the wild, windswept shores of the western Algarve to the calm, The post Best Beaches in the Algarve: The Resident’s guide to Portugal’s most spectacular coastline appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal’s growing role in Europe’s drug trade – and the police successes fighting back
Portugal’s strategic location on Europe’s Atlantic coast has made it an increasingly important gateway for international drug trafficking networks seeking to move cocaine and other narcotics from South America into The post Portugal’s growing role in Europe’s drug trade – and the police successes fighting back appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Trump chides Netanyahu over Lebanon bombings amid Iran war negotiation standstill
But he insisted his relationship with the Israeli prime minister remains strong.
Cinema: Masters of the Universe
To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man, the most powerful man in The post Cinema: Masters of the Universe appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Festival MED to return to Algarve city
Festival MED will return to the historic centre of Loulé between June 25 and 28, with organisers promising one of the event’s most international editions to date.
Italian student dies suddenly in Portugal while speaking to aunt on phone
An Italian Erasmus student has died suddenly in Portugal after apparently collapsing while speaking to her aunt on the phone. Twenty-year-old Sofia Barillà was found unresponsive at her home in The post Italian student dies suddenly in Portugal while speaking to aunt on phone appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal’s wild places – new exhibition at Galeria Côrte-Real
Unique in his ability to work with pastels, Richard’s pictures make use of their unusual properties. With a limitless range of pigments, each pastel stick consists of a powdery mineral The post Portugal’s wild places – new exhibition at Galeria Côrte-Real appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Charity Network meeting highlights business awareness for charities
The event provided an opportunity for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and discover new volunteering opportunities while continuing the Network’s current Business Awareness Focus initiative. A highlight of the meeting The post Portugal Charity Network meeting highlights business awareness for charities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Family of Glória funicular tragedy victim demands €1 million compensation
Family members of one of the 16 people killed in last year’s tragic Glória funicular crash have launched a legal battle for more than €1 million in compensation, reigniting scrutiny The post Family of Glória funicular tragedy victim demands €1 million compensation appeared first on Portugal Resident .