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Germany battling “daily” hybrid warfare attacks, minister warns
Last week's drone incident in Lepizig just the latest example.
Moving to Portugal and living here tax efficiently
Taking the right steps will help you make the most of tax-efficient opportunities while avoiding costly mistakes. Tax residence You are usually considered Portuguese tax resident after 183 days in The post Moving to Portugal and living here tax efficiently appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Azores Government acquired two new robotic surgery systems
The Government of the Azores has approved public tenders for the acquisition of two new robotic surgery systems for the hospitals in Terceira and Horta, representing an investment of approximately 3.8 million euros, it was announced.
Day centre and home support services to return to Portugal municipality
The Cerzir Afetos association has restored day centre and home support services to Boidobra, in the municipality of Covilhã—services that had ceased operations ten years ago, association president Paulo Jerónimo told the Lusa news agency.
Drinking coffee in Portugal
But it stems from their ties to Brazil.
Why Portimão's Sardine Festival remains an Algarve favourite
I didn't realise this year was already the 30th edition of Portimão's Sardine Festival.
Synthetic furs help Zambia’s leopards recover
Leopard numbers are recovering in western Zambia after communities replaced real leopard skins with synthetic furs for traditional ceremonies, conservationists say.
Building more is not enough: Portugal has to modernise its real estate stock
When we talk about the challenges of Portuguese real estate, the discussion almost always tends to focus on the lack of supply: more housing, modern offices, logistics spaces and infrastructure.
Uganda declared Ebola-free following patient recovery
Uganda has been declared Ebola-free after completing the World Health Organization’s required 42-day monitoring period without recording any new cases.
The ultimate Portuguese summer sipper!
Order a Portonic instead of an Aperol Spritz and celebrate the cultural tradition and brilliance of Portugal’s wine culture. It is Portugal’s ultimate summer beverage! Do we owe this refreshing The post The ultimate Portuguese summer sipper! appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Beach of the week: Peneco Beach
Peneco Beach in Albufeira is unique for several reasons.
Finland expands renewable energy with sand battery
Finland is using the world’s largest sand battery to store surplus renewable energy as heat, helping balance electricity supply and reduce emissions.
Day Two of the Bons Sons Portuguese Music Festival
Bons Sons is a uniquely Portuguese music festival that takes over the entire village of Cem Soldos, near Tomar, turning streets, squares, churches and local spaces into stages for a unique, community-driven celebration of Portuguese music.
Another 420 kilos of cocaine “jettisoned into sea” as traffickers flee police pursuit
With authorities already celebrating the seizure of over 28 tonnes of cocaine this year, yesterday saw them recover another 420-plus kilos, thrown into the sea from a speedboat that was The post Another 420 kilos of cocaine “jettisoned into sea” as traffickers flee police pursuit appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The biggest solar eclipse of the century is happening in Portugal
On 12 August Portugal will witness the largest solar eclipse in the last 114 years.
CHEGA reacts badly to President’s decision to defer Foreigners Law to Constitutional Court
Right-wing populist party CHEGA has reacted badly to the decision by President António José Seguro to defer the Foreigners and Asylum Law to Constitutional Court judges before deciding whether or The post CHEGA reacts badly to President’s decision to defer Foreigners Law to Constitutional Court appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Sweden plans early ban on forever chemicals
Sweden plans to ban PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals”, in everyday consumer products from 2028.
Pilot, 28, dies after plane crashes during landing at Portimão aerodrome
A 28-year-old pilot died this morning as he attempted to land at Portimão aerodrome in an incident involving the advertising banner his single-seater plane had been flying. The exact details The post Pilot, 28, dies after plane crashes during landing at Portimão aerodrome appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Inspired by Portugal: A new slow fashion brand VEMANO
Portugal has become known around the world for producing high-quality textiles, with more fashion brands choosing to manufacture here thanks to the country's skilled craftsmanship and long-standing expertise.
Australia blends technology with Indigenous fire knowledge
Australia is combining satellite technology, drones and artificial intelligence with Indigenous knowledge to improve fire detection and prevention.
Massive decrease in fuel prices expected
During the week of 10 to 16 August, new fuel prices are expected, with diesel and petrol prices decreasing.
Magyar’s party backs former supreme court head for Hungarian president
Parliament is set to elect András Baka next week.
Montenegro approves paid menstrual leave for women
Montenegro has approved legislation granting women diagnosed with secondary dysmenorrhea up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month.
Kindergarten in Portugal will not close in Viana do Castelo district
It was announced that the Vilar de Mouros School kindergarten (JI) in Caminha will remain open for the upcoming school year, dispelling fears that it might close due to a lack of children.