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Lidl campaign raises €150,000 for animal welfare in just one month
A Lidl Portugal fundraising campaign has raised around €150,000 in just over a month to support animal welfare organisations across mainland Portugal, including three charities in the Algarve. The initiative, The post Lidl campaign raises €150,000 for animal welfare in just one month appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Alentejan coast receives new bus connections
Comporta, Carvalhal, Melides, Alcácer do Sal will all find themselves, from September 1, on Rede Expresso (fast bus) routes between Lisbon and Sines. In a statement, the company explains this The post Alentejan coast receives new bus connections appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Unions: ‘‘Algarve is a rich region with impoverished workers’’
Trade unionists and workers took to the streets of Faro on Friday to demand higher wages and better working conditions, warning that the Algarve’s economic success is failing to translate The post Unions: ‘‘Algarve is a rich region with impoverished workers’’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Moldovan president condemns Russia over killer drone crash
Chișinău has recalled its envoy to Moscow after two incidents in recent weeks.
Soul and Motown come to Carvoeiro and Ferragudo
Australian singer Florelie Escano will join the Algarve Jazz Orchestra for two free summer concerts in Carvoeiro and Ferragudo this August. The “Soul Powerhouse” concerts will take place at the The post Soul and Motown come to Carvoeiro and Ferragudo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
How Licensing Rules Shape the Online Gambling Experience
Licensing regulations are the foundation of legal and safe online gambling, influencing everything from game fairness to consumer protection. Players benefit from clear rules, robust oversight, and accountability that differentiate regulated sites from riskier alternatives. Understanding how these regulations operate can help you make more informed decisions when choosing where to play online.
Portugal records driest July of the century
Mainland Portugal recorded its driest July of this century, with meteorological drought spreading across the entire territory by the end of the month.
Zuckerberg warns against centralizing AI power
In a 6,500 word essay, Zuckerberg detailed his vision for AI.
Hopes for uniting British right hit the rocks as Farage demands sacking of Lowe aide
Farage used a press conference in Westminster to publicly state a new condition for holding discussions with “that party."
Former Cooperative in Portugal may become housing project
The building of the former Grémio da Lavoura, which was owned by the Coimbra Agricultural Cooperative, next to the deactivated Estação Nova train station, was sold for €5.8 million to a Spanish real estate fund.
New waste-to-energy facility planned for Algarve
The Government has announced plans for a new waste-to-energy facility in the Algarve, as the region's two existing landfills are getting closer to reaching capacity.
A small Algarve village gets a defibrillator
For many decades, I’ve had the desire to learn CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). For anyone who doesn’t know what CPR is, it is an emergency procedure used when someone’s heart stops The post A small Algarve village gets a defibrillator appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Opposition demands answers over Portugal’s €3.9 billion frigate deal
CHEGA and the Socialist Party are demanding greater transparency from the government over Portugal’s €3.9 billion purchase of three Italian-built frigates, with Defence Minister Nuno Melo facing a parliamentary summons The post Opposition demands answers over Portugal’s €3.9 billion frigate deal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Meloni, Frederiksen unite to condemn ‘uncontrolled immigration’ after Ceuta crisis
“We are both proud of Europe’s Christian cultural heritage and want to protect it," say the two leaders.
Bensafrim agricultural fair comes under attack for animal cruelty
Last weekend’s FETAAL – standing for Fair of Traditions and Arts – in Bensafrim took a break from the past to include a form of bull-baiting event, involving young bulls, The post Bensafrim agricultural fair comes under attack for animal cruelty appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ultraluxury cruise ship eyes Portimão for future calls
Ultraluxury cruise ship EXPLORA III made its maiden call in Portimão on Sunday, August 9, as operator Explora Journeys signalled its interest in strengthening its presence in the Algarve. The The post Ultraluxury cruise ship eyes Portimão for future calls appeared first on Portugal Resident .
5 new books to read this week
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of The Summer We Lied by Rebecca Hardy and The First House by Avni Doshi.
Portugal archipelago reinforces sustainable management of natural heritage
The Azores government has approved new management plans for protected terrestrial areas across six islands, reinforcing the framework for conserving the archipelago’s biodiversity, landscapes and geological heritage.
Portugal Weather Today (10 August): Forecast, Temperatures & What to Expect
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INVEST Network Presale Surges to $3.38M in Stage 2, While XRP Tests Key Resistance & Ondo Finance Gains 7%
Recent market trends show the XRP price pushing to break past a key $1.1514 ceiling following upbeat ecosystem headlines. At the same time, Ondo Finance has captured trader interest by setting up a fresh breakout structure. While both established projects display short-term price movements, INVEST Network (INVEST) is carving out a distinct trail through privacy-focused artificial intelligence infrastructure and advanced zero-knowledge cryptography.
PJ police help dismantle “one of largest human, drugs and weapons trafficking networks in Spain”
Portugal’s PJ Judicial Police have taken part in a major international operation which led to the arrest of 78 people, the seizure of 18 speedboats and the dismantling of “one The post PJ police help dismantle “one of largest human, drugs and weapons trafficking networks in Spain” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Rare pygmy hippo born at Portuguese zoo
An endangered pygmy hippopotamus has been born at Zoo Santo Inácio in northern Portugal, marking another boost for European efforts to conserve one of the world’s most threatened mammals. Named The post Rare pygmy hippo born at Portuguese zoo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Two hooded men involved in shooting at Alfragide bank
Conflicting reports this morning refer to a shooting incident at a branch of the Montepio bank in Alfragide. The only common thread appears to be that a man was shot The post Two hooded men involved in shooting at Alfragide bank appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Wildfire risk rises across Portugal
Around 30 municipalities in the interior North and Central regions and the Algarve are at maximum risk of wildfire.