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‘Unacceptable’: Brussels rebukes Turkey for excluding Cyprus from climate meetings
Climate chief Wopke Hoekstra says Ankara must put national sensitivities aside as it hosts COP31 this year.
Portuguese tennis player advances to the third round of Roland Garros
Qualifier Jaime Faria, the Portuguese number two, continued to make history by qualifying for the third round of Roland Garros for the first time on 28 May, defeating German tennis player Jan-Lennard Struff in three sets
Spain distances itself from call for EU to get tougher on China
Madrid is reversing its position on a French-led initiative to boost trade defenses against Beijing.
US refuses to budge on environmental impact of tech, regulating Big Tech at G7
French officials said environmental issues were the toughest to get a consensus on among G7 digital ministers.
Brussels moves to take control of its poorest municipality
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, which borders the Belgian capital's EU district, cannot pay its massive debts.
4 common bathroom problems and how to fix them
Expert advice with money-saving tips on replacements, parts and installation costs.
Traffic closure announced on the 25th of April Bridge
The 25th of April Bridge, which connects Lisbon to the South Bank of the Tagus River, will be closed to traffic on 31 May between 8:30 am and 10:30 am, in the South/North direction, due to the Pedala Portugal ride, Lusoponte announced.
The small economies at Portugal’s kitchen tables
Over the past year, I’ve been lucky to spend a surprising amount of time at other people’s kitchen tables.
Nissan Qashqai – A true original
The Nissan Qashqai is one of the most important models in the history of the automobile. And I mean in the Top 20 or Top 30 cars ever. Without the The post Nissan Qashqai – A true original appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Outdoor Living in the Algarve: Choosing Furniture and Shade That Lasts
But while the Algarve lifestyle may feel relaxed, the climate can be surprisingly demanding on outdoor furniture and shade systems. Strong sun, UV exposure, salt air, humidity, dust and wind The post Outdoor Living in the Algarve: Choosing Furniture and Shade That Lasts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve beach crowned best in Europe
Portugal has officially stolen Greece’s beach crown, with the Algarve’s Praia de Monte Clérigo named the best beach in Europe for 2026. The stunning stretch of sand in Aljezur, far The post Algarve beach crowned best in Europe appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Life expectancy in Portugal increased
Life expectancy at birth has increased to 81.75 years, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) announced, indicating that the Portuguese population can expect to live another 20.19 years at age 65.
Magyar says Hungary will join EU anti-fraud watchdog
Announcement of move to join the European Public Prosecutor’s Office comes as Budapest races to secure the release of suspended EU cash.
France repeals colonial-era ‘Code Noir’
The unanimous vote closes a legal loophole that survived the 1865 abolition of slavery in France.
IHG Expands in Portugal with New Luxury Hotel Project in Braga
UK-based InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is set to expand its presence in Portugal through a new luxury hotel project in the centre of Braga.
Portuguese tennis duo into third round of Roland-Garros
Portuguese tennis history has been made today after Jaime Faria and Nuno Borges both qualified for the third round of the Roland-Garros. It is the first time that two Portuguese The post Portuguese tennis duo into third round of Roland-Garros appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Brussels sues Portugal for failure to update minimum training requirements for nurses, dentists, pharmacists
The European Commission has today initiated infringement proceedings against Portugal, and several other countries, for failing to adopt European Union (EU) rules on the recognition of professional qualifications for nurses, The post Brussels sues Portugal for failure to update minimum training requirements for nurses, dentists, pharmacists appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugual island among five in the world with whale fossils
Santa Maria, Azores, is one of only five islands worldwide with a whale fossil record, a paleontological heritage described as "virtually unrivalled" by researcher Sérgio Ávila.
Yad Vashem set to open Holocaust education centers in Germany
The announcement comes amid a decline of Holocaust awareness among German youth.
Blessing of Motorcyclists and Cyclists brings together hundreds at Penina Church
Check out the video!
VIC Properties launches sales and construction of Six Senses Comporta
The project comprises a 70-room hotel and 58 branded residences, the chain’s first in Portugal
The best destination for stargazing in Europe is in Portugal
The Dark Sky Alqueva reserve, located in the Alentejo region, was distinguished at the awards ceremony, consolidating Portugal's position among European and global references in the astrotourism sector.
Europe should join Russia-Ukraine talks — but not as mediator, says Norway
Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide's stance clashes with that of EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas, who characterized direct negotiations with Putin as a "trap."
PS Socialists stress searches at party headquarters “not related to party”
With updates on the mega PJ operation into suspected cronyism within local government falling over themselves today, PS Socialists have been at pains to stress the searches at its party headquarters The post PS Socialists stress searches at party headquarters “not related to party” appeared first on Portugal Resident .