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Panama Canal expands shipping capacity
The Panama Canal recorded increased shipping traffic, cargo volumes and revenue in 2026, despite concerns over water shortages linked to El Niño.
Petrol prices keep on decreasing
During the week between 2 and 8 November, diesel prices may increase, while petrol may decrease.
Seven expedition vessels visit Montevideo port
Montevideo welcomed seven polar expedition ships at the start of the Antarctic season, strengthening Uruguay’s role as a departure and preparation point for voyages to Antarctica.
Merz ‘surprised’ by Asian pushback to ‘Made in Europe’ plan for car industry
The German chancellor said the Franco-German plan to restrict car subsidies "sparked considerable concern" among East Asian capitals.
A bit of pub talk
Many beloved British boozers could be forced to call-time once and for all as energy prices are set to soar again this winter.
Satellite data reveals historic Amazon record
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen to its lowest level since satellite records began in 1988, according to government data.
Portugal biomethane unit under public consultation
A project for a biomethane production facility in Ferreira do Alentejo—with the capacity to process nearly 70,000 tonnes of organic waste annually, including cattle manure and olive pomace—is currently under public consultation.
Burnham ‘open’ to formal apology for Britain’s slave trade
The U.K. prime minister however rejected calls for Britain to pay financial reparations.
Space agencies collaborate on historic Mars mission
Japan has launched a spacecraft towards Mars on a five-year mission to collect the first-ever soil samples from its moons.
The Future of Cities Is Also in What We Have Already Built
When we discuss the future of Portuguese cities, attention is often focused on the need to build more housing, develop new urbanisations and create infrastructure.
New study examines social engagement and cognition
A study led by researchers at China’s Shandong University has found that social activities in older age are associated with improved memory and cognitive function.
A 7-day city break - and we didn't even scratch the surface...
Why? Well, that's easy. Istanbul is, quite simply, huge!
Zelenskyy urges US to speed up Patriot deliveries
Washington approved the sale of 500 interceptors to counter Russian ballistic missile attacks.
Green Beard, Green Living: Steve Andrews Saving the Planet One Song at a Time
On this Resident Podcast ‘Big Interview’, host Carl Munson talks with Steve Andrews – the Welsh-born musician, author, poet and environmentalist better known as the Bard of Ely – about The post Green Beard, Green Living: Steve Andrews Saving the Planet One Song at a Time appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Metro serves millions of passengers
Taipei has been ranked the world’s best city for public transport in 2026, according to a Time Out survey of more than 24,000 residents worldwide.
Polish president Nawrocki pushes his way into top court amid rule-of-law tussle
Karol Nawrocki made his way through protesters around midnight in the latest escalation of his conflict with Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Don’t throw away your Halloween Pumpkin
Halloween may be all about spooky faces and glowing pumpkins, but once the costumes are packed away and the sweets have disappeared, what happens to that pumpkin sitting on your doorstep?
Mystery Batman attracts thousands of followers
A mysterious man dressed as Batman has been helping London residents by distributing fuel vouchers, paying hospital parking fines and repairing potholes.
Your first 180 days in Portugal
Moving to Portugal is a dream for many, and a reality for over a million foreign residents in the country, but once you have secured your visa and finally arrived The post Your first 180 days in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Carris in Lisbon reaches 100 million passengers
The number of passengers Carris transported grew by 3.5% in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period last year, with more than 100 million people travelling on the Lisbon municipal transport company’s network, the operator announced.
Meta found responsible for millions of violations
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading users about its data privacy practices.
Knickers
The unsung heroes of comfort.
Funding deadlock derails global effort to save nature
U.N. biodiversity talks ended with renewed promises to speed up efforts to protect nature — but little clarity on how to pay for it.
Special episode: An exclusive interview with Canadian PM Mark Carney
In this special edition, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sits down with POLITICO’s chief EU correspondent Zoya and Ottawa bureau chief Nick Taylor-Vaisey for an exclusive interview. With Canada and the European Union exploring a much closer partnership, Carney discusses his vision for Canada’s place in a changing world, the future of transatlantic relations and […]