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Reform knew of Makerfield candidate’s deleted accounts before selecting him
Robert Kenyon has faced increased scrutiny in key by-election race over his online past.
Lisbon Airport receives police reinforcements
Starting this Friday, Humberto Delgado Airport will have an immediate reinforcement of 48 Public Security Police (PSP) officers and the introduction of new technological equipment for border control.
Where Conversation Becomes Culture
The First Red Silk Salon: A Tertúlia at The Vintage
What are the most polluting companies in Portugal?
The Petrogal refinery in Sines and TAP were the most polluting facilities/companies in the country in 2025, a year also marked by increased emissions from power plants.
Today & Weekend Portugal Weather Forecast – 29/05/2026
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Top 5 gambling countries in Europe
Europe treats gambling in dramatically different ways, which is part of what makes the continent so fascinating if you follow the industry closely. Europe's gambling market generated more than €123 billion in gross gaming revenue during 2024, while online betting continued taking a larger share of the industry across major countries such as the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany and Sweden.
Poll: Trump’s economic message isn’t breaking through
New results from The POLITICO Poll underscore the challenge facing the president and Republicans, who are eager to channel voters’ cost of living concerns into a winning midterm message.
2026 “could be record year for hotel investment in Portugal” – CBRE Portugal
2026 could become a “record-breaking year for hotel investment in Portugal,” a top industry expert has predicted. The forecast came following the latest “European Hotel Investor Intentions Survey 2026”, carried The post 2026 “could be record year for hotel investment in Portugal” – CBRE Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Property tax payments in Portugal
If you own property in Portugal, you are required to pay IMI (Municipal Property Tax) each year. The payment schedule depends on the total amount of tax due. If you The post Property tax payments in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal ranks among Top EU Renewable Electricity Producers
Portugal ranked among the European Union’s leading renewable electricity producers in 2025.
US interest in Portugal continues to grow through nationwide residency events
Strong attendance at the “Living in Portugal” and “Portugal Residency & Investment” roadshow events across North America highlights the continuing appeal of Portugal for American audiences seeking relocation, residency, and investment opportunities. Hosted by Open Media, the events have already been presented in 15 cities throughout the United States, in addition to Toronto, Canada. The map below showcases both previous event locations and the cities scheduled for upcoming editions later this year.
Cascais to test high-tech road surveillance in bid to tackle traffic deaths
Cascais is set to become a testing ground for new high-tech traffic enforcement systems as part of a nationwide push to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Portuguese roads. Portugal’s The post Cascais to test high-tech road surveillance in bid to tackle traffic deaths appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Bardella: European countries should buy French warplanes to join nuclear club
Demanding allies ditch American-made F35s could undermine enthusiasm for a Paris-led defense initiative.
Faro musicians call for “stable, lasting solution” to brewery drama
Musicians in Faro are pleading with the municipal council to guarantee the future of their home inside the historic Fábrica da Cerveja brewery, warning that independent culture in the Algarve The post Faro musicians call for “stable, lasting solution” to brewery drama appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Trump administration defends sending Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya
It’s about expediting care, not politics, officials said.
EU takes steps towards fairer labour mobility
According to the European Commission, an agreement to modernise EU social security coordination rules has been agreed to between representatives of EU Member States, the Council Presidency, and the European Parliament.
Portugal’s economic evolution set to deliver dividends
For decades, Portugal was considered something of a European outlier - admired for its lifestyle, climate, and history, but rarely as a central player in the global economic conversation.
Why the Conservatives are so cheery: inside the Tory reboot
At the local elections, the Conservative Party lost hundreds of councillors and dozens of seats across England, Scotland and Wales, but Kemi Badenoch declared a comeback. So this week, Sascha O’Sullivan goes inside the Conservative Party’s hopes for a renewal. She speaks to Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride in Solihull and James Cowling of Next Gen […]
EU leaders condemn Russia for drone crash in Romania
A Russian drone crashed into the roof of a residential building in Galați, near Romania’s borders with Moldova and Ukraine.
All Senses Night: An Intimate Evening of Wine, Art & Live Harp
Algarve Arts Academy, Saturday 20th June, 18:30–21:30
Portugal seen by the data and when reality is better than speech
There is a recurring problem in Portugal that is rarely discussed with the seriousness it deserves: the distance between public discourse and the reality of data.
3rd Edition of the Maternity Marathon
The HPA Health Group and BebéVida successfully hosted the 3rd Edition of the Maternity Marathon.
Does JD Vance have to choose between Pope Leo and Peter Thiel?
The pope’s encyclical calling for AI restraints has fueled a backlash in Silicon Valley.
China: the ‘abusive’ partner the EU just can’t quit?
Is the EU finally ready to get serious about China? That’s the question increasingly dominating conversations in Brussels as fears grow that Europe is being squeezed by Beijing’s industrial machine. Host Sarah Wheaton is joined by Sander Tordoir from the Centre for European Reform, Grzegorz Stec from MERICS and POLITICO’s Jordyn Dahl to discuss the […]