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Mannequins on Sagres cliffs prompt public notice
Figures that look like people stranded on the rocks along the Sagres coast are being placed there for a rescue exercise, Vila do Bispo Council has explained.
Bomb threat reported on Ryanair flight in Lisbon
The PSP received a bomb threat alert on the morning of 6 November concerning a Ryanair aircraft scheduled to depart Lisbon Airport for Rome, police have revealed.
EU accuses TikTok of designing algorithm that creates ‘rabbit holes’
The preliminary findings mark the first time the Commission has focused on a social media platform's recommender systems as a breach of its powerful Digital Services Act.
Lisbon exhibition reveals the hidden world behind digital art
Lisbon’s Galeria Eterno will host BEHIND, an immersive exhibition by Polish creative technology studio Ksawery Komputery, from November 20 to December 31, inviting visitors to explore the technology behind digital The post Lisbon exhibition reveals the hidden world behind digital art appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Bomb threat on flight bound for Lisbon
A Ryanair plane, which was flying between Rome and Lisbon, was the target of a bomb threat this morning – along the same lines as similar threats which are grounding The post Bomb threat on flight bound for Lisbon appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve homeless campaign seeks 700 sleeping bags for winter
A campaign helping people experiencing homelessness across the Algarve is aiming to provide 700 sleeping bags this winter, after requests for help began arriving earlier than usual. The Help the The post Algarve homeless campaign seeks 700 sleeping bags for winter appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Trump teases ‘beautiful’ deal covering ‘all of Europe’ after meeting Putin’s envoy
An agreement is "going to involve more than Ukraine," the U.S. president said after a meeting with Kirill Dmitriev.
United States gym giant enters Portugal
One of the world’s largest gym chains is coming to Portugal after buying Be-Fit in a deal worth up to €102.5 million, taking over 25 clubs with around 80,000 members.
Ferragudo calls for fairer funding as town marks 27th anniversary
Ferragudo marked the 27th anniversary of its elevation to town (vila) status on November 1 with a call for fairer funding and greater investment in local infrastructure, housing and public The post Ferragudo calls for fairer funding as town marks 27th anniversary appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal to host Ibero-American Summit in 2030
Portugal will host the Ibero-American Summit in 2030, bringing together leaders from across the Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking world. President António José Seguro confirmed the decision following the 30th Ibero-American Summit The post Portugal to host Ibero-American Summit in 2030 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Italian singer Maria Mazzotta brings ‘Amoreamaro’ to Loulé
Italian singer Maria Mazzotta will perform at Cineteatro Louletano on Saturday, November 14, as part of Portugal’s Misty Fest, presenting her acclaimed Amoreamaro project. Known for her powerful voice and The post Italian singer Maria Mazzotta brings ‘Amoreamaro’ to Loulé appeared first on Portugal Resident .
U2 add second Lisbon concert after ‘huge demand’
U2 have added a second concert in Lisbon next May after what promoters describe as “huge demand” for tickets to their first show. The Irish rock giants will now perform The post U2 add second Lisbon concert after ‘huge demand’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Weekend Weather (6 November): Weather warnings in place
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‘I don’t trust them’: Lithuanian president warns Putin’s provocations will continue
“The Russians will only pretend to negotiate" over Ukraine, Gitanas Nausėda warned in an interview.
Failed Portuguese ceramic factory goes up for auction in Aveiro
The Moma Tiles ceramic factory in Aveiro is being offered for sale through an electronic auction as part of insolvency proceedings, with a minimum price of €8.9 million.
When Art Gives Back
Every artwork sold through the Sovereign Portuguese Art Prize supports two things at once: the artist who made it and therapist-led expressive arts programmes for children and young people in Portugal.
Portugal’s 300,000-home shortage will take years to resolve, warns CGD chief
Portugal’s housing crisis will take years to resolve and cannot be tackled through one or two government measures, according to Paulo Macedo, chief executive of state-owned bank Caixa Geral de The post Portugal’s 300,000-home shortage will take years to resolve, warns CGD chief appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Construction worker seriously injured in 10-metre fall in Algarve
A 57-year-old man was seriously injured after falling approximately 10 metres while working at a construction site in Vila Real de Santo António, in the eastern Algarve, on Thursday, November The post Construction worker seriously injured in 10-metre fall in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
“New chapter” begins for Vale do Lobo real estate buyers
Already home to around 1,500 properties, used as a mix of holiday homes, investment properties and year-round residences, the resort is now presenting a limited collection of exclusive land plots The post “New chapter” begins for Vale do Lobo real estate buyers appeared first on Portugal Resident .
How to curry favor with the next US president — without annoying Trump
Ed Roman, former director of communications at the British Embassy in Washington, tells POLITICO's Westminster Insider how global diplomats should navigate the post-midterms landscape.
Trump’s final two years: Is the UK ready?
After a Democratic wave in the U.S. midterms, Westminster is wondering whether Trump’s domestic setbacks could make him more unpredictable on the world stage — and how Britain should handle the final two years of his presidency. Patrick Baker speaks to Simon McDonald, the former top civil servant at the Foreign Office, who takes us […]
US voters’ warning to European politicians
The Democrats scored a resounding victory in this week’s U.S. midterm elections. But will their triumph actually change anything for Europe? With the balance of power shifting in Congress, could the incoming lawmakers move the needle on issues Europe cares about, from tariffs to support for Ukraine? And what do MAGA’s bruising losses mean for […]
From Madrid to MAGA: How Spain’s Vox forged a right-wing network with global reach
The Spanish party has forged strong links among far-right groups stretching from Buenos Aires to Washington — and is wielding growing influence in Brussels.
Don’t try to ‘please the dictator,’ Estonian leader urges Europe about Putin
Prime Minister Kristen Michal tells POLITICO that Europe needs to suffocate Moscow with sanctions instead of attempting to negotiate with the Kremlin.