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MP staffer’s account sent almost 2,000 phishing emails after suspected hack
The account of a member of Labour MP Florence Eshalomi's team was compromised last week.
Portugal is among the European countries that processes the most cocaine
Portugal is among the European countries that process the most cocaine, with four laboratories dismantled in 2024 and 23 tons seized, the sixth largest amount among the Member States of the European Union (EU).
Funding available for centre region tech-based incubators
Portugal’s CCDR (Regional Coordination and Development Commission) for the centre region has announced the launch of a call for proposals aimed at technology-based incubators, with a budget of €6 million. The post Funding available for centre region tech-based incubators appeared first on Portugal Resident .
First Drive: Could the Audi SQ5 be the ‘do everything’ performance SUV?
The SQ5 has always been seen as the ‘everyday’ high-powered SUV, but is that still the case? Jack Evans finds out.
Sardine stocks ‘quadruple over last decade’ – report
Sardine stocks have quadrupled over the last decade, thanks to changes in management practices, which have also benefited bluefin tuna and hake, according to a report released yesterday to mark The post Sardine stocks ‘quadruple over last decade’ – report appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Twin sisters take on 30km run to help Algarve’s volunteer firefighters
British twin sisters Kloe and Mariah Bye have announced plans to complete a 30-kilometre charity run from Salir to the Albufeira fire station on September 12 in support of the The post Twin sisters take on 30km run to help Algarve’s volunteer firefighters appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Dangerous synthetic opioids found in fake medicines, EU drug agency warns
in 2025, EU law enforcement discovered around one new chemical a week in their battle to contain illicit drugs trade.
Portugal May Expand Sexual Education Projects Across Schools
Portugal’s proposed new National School Health Programme could lead to a broader expansion of sexual education initiatives across schools and universities, with topics including consent, body changes, identity and self-esteem expected to receive greater emphasis.
Portugal among European countries that process most cocaine
Portugal is among the European countries that process the most cocaine; in 2024, four laboratories in Portugal were dismantled and 23 tonnes of the drug seized – the sixth-largest quantity The post Portugal among European countries that process most cocaine appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Zelenskyy says Farage-run councils should fly Ukrainian flag again
The Ukrainian president suggested Reform UK's refusal to fly his country's flag is a “small mistake that can break a big friendship.”
Lisbon tops global rankings for international congresses in 2025
Lisbon was the world’s leading destination for international association congresses and meetings in 2025, according to the latest ranking published by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), cementing the The post Lisbon tops global rankings for international congresses in 2025 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
President launches Portugal Day celebrations in Azores
President António José Seguro is arriving in the Azores later this morning, for the Portugal Day celebrations that will this year take place on Terceira island – the home of The post President launches Portugal Day celebrations in Azores appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Today’s Portugal Weather Forecast – 09/06/2026
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Houses to be demolished in Portugal due to high-speed train
The execution project for the high-speed line in Porto and Gaia confirms several building demolitions in Campanhã for the station expansion, but the housing impact in Gaia is reduced compared to the previous project.
Free Algarve event explains Portugal’s healthcare system to foreigners
The Algarve municipality of Lagos will host a free information session this week aimed at helping foreign residents better understand how Portugal’s healthcare system works. Entitled “Health in Portugal: Information The post Free Algarve event explains Portugal’s healthcare system to foreigners appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Weight-Loss Drug to Become Cheaper in Portugal
Novo Nordisk has announced a price reduction for Wegovy in Portugal, lowering the cost of some doses of the injectable weight-loss treatment from June 1.
Beach maps proposed to end umbrella confusion
The government has recommended that Portuguese beaches display simple maps at their entrances showing where visitors can place umbrellas and towels, following growing confusion over concession areas and beach access The post Beach maps proposed to end umbrella confusion appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Builder shot dead over alleged “unpaid debt” in Silves as police arrest workmate
Police have arrested the suspected killer of a construction worker found dead two weeks ago at a building site in Silves. According to the Polícia Judiciária (PJ), the victim was The post Builder shot dead over alleged “unpaid debt” in Silves as police arrest workmate appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Weather warning issued in Portugal due to wind
The districts of Lisbon and Leiria will be under a yellow warning on 9 June due to strong north/northwest winds, with gusts of up to 80 kilometres per hour, IPMA reported.
Trump says peace deal with Iran could come in ‘two or three days’
The U.S. president said the agreement will prohibit Iran from having nuclear weapons and result in the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Lawmakers pile pressure on Commission over AI envoy appointment
Forty lawmakers asked to see the "mandate, selection and conflict-of-interest assessment" behind Hagemann Snabe's designation.
Algarve LGBT+ Pride March returns to Faro
On 20 June, Faro will host the sixth Algarve LGBT+ Pride March. Organisers say they are ready to: “come out of the closet, dust off the flags, and march together”.
Apple blames EU rules as it withholds new Siri AI from European devices
The decision to keep Siri AI out of the bloc “is Apple’s and Apple’s only,” responded Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier.
One dead and pregnant woman seriously injured in Castro Marim crash
A man has died and a pregnant woman has been seriously injured after a car left the road and plunged into a ravine in Castro Marim, in the Algarve, on The post One dead and pregnant woman seriously injured in Castro Marim crash appeared first on Portugal Resident .