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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 .

Bonnie Tyler’s 75th birthday marked by global messages of support

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, famous for her distinctive raspy voice and hits such as Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out For a Hero, celebrated her 75th birthday yesterday The post Bonnie Tyler’s 75th birthday marked by global messages of support appeared first on Portugal Resident .

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Why Burnham agrees with Farage

Is Andy Burnham having trouble putting clear teal water between himself and Nigel Farage, following comments calling for a tougher stance on immigration? Sam Coates has more from Manchester on the state of the Burnham leadership campaign. Meanwhile, Anne McElvoy delves deeper into the defence dilemma – with military chiefs still reportedly in the dark […]

The World Is Changing Dependencies - Portugal Can Gain From It

For decades, energy security meant ensuring access to oil and gas. The major concerns of the world economies were maritime straits, pipelines and fossil fuel producing countries.

A lifestyle shaped by nature

Set against the natural backdrop of the Ria Formosa, Quinta do Lago offers a lifestyle centred around openness, wellbeing and a deep connection to the surrounding environment. From early morning The post A lifestyle shaped by nature appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Can Ireland defend its trade with Russia?

The EU’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, heads to Dublin today with awkward questions for Ireland. The country is facing increased scrutiny over the fact that a Russian-owned refinery on Irish soil continues exporting alumina to Russia — a raw material that can feed Moscow’s industrial and military supply chains. The timing is especially awkward since […]

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The woman helping Europe’s far right crack Brussels

Marieke Ehlers has been at the forefront of the Patriots for Europe's move closer to the mainstream.

5 ways Keir Starmer is trying to show he’s worth sticking with

With a leadership threat swirling, the British PM insists his administration still has gas in the tank.

World Cup referee from Somalia barred from entering US

The decision comes amid concern that Trump administration policies will hamper preparations for the global sporting event.

Macron courts China with G7 outreach

France wants to get China to agree on the need to address global trade imbalances.

Portugal may experience power outages throughout the year

Portugal may experience power cuts lasting hours throughout the year.

New train station in Portugal for high-speed rail

The Campanhã train station in Porto will be expanded to a 'bridge-station' configuration, with an overpass providing access to the boarding platforms, if the execution project to accommodate high-speed rail is approved.

Europe pours money into ocean research as Trump guts science funding

US withdrawal means Europe is a lifeline for ocean research, although a poorer one.

Portugal places second on Deloitte’s ranking of the 500 fastest-growing companies

In Deloitte's latest 'Technology Fast 500 EMEA' ranking, Portugal shows its highest representation to date, with 18 national companies in the 2025 edition.

Iran denies involvement in Albanian protests

Albania's 'flamingo revolution' against luxury tourism development linked to Donald Trump's son in law has resulted in accusations of disinformation between Tehran and Tirana.