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To be or not to be
Indeed. That is the question. Jenny Clarke, President of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA), has come across this famous quote for a variety of reasons.
First left after the waterfall
There are two ways to get to the restaurant in Aldeia do Pontido in Fafe, and neither are for the faint-hearted.
Police, protesters clash ahead of mass demonstrations in France
Students, farmers and the Yellow Jacket movement are taking to the street, calling for a "convergence of struggles."
Open-source models offer new opportunities for Europe
German search engine Ecosia is adopting open-source AI models, including Chinese technology, after ending its partnership with French company Mistral.
Portugal region launches budget proposals for 2027
The PSD (Social Democratic Party) of Salvaterra de Magos has presented several proposals for the 2027 municipal budget, including creating a business zone near the A13 motorway, increasing daycare spots, and launching a municipal energy-efficiency program.
Loulé demands emergency powers to tackle Algarve housing crisis
Loulé Council has issued a stark warning over the Algarve’s housing crisis, describing the situation as both a “housing emergency” and a “human emergency” and calling for exceptional powers to The post Loulé demands emergency powers to tackle Algarve housing crisis appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Congestion pricing reduces traffic and pollution
New York City’s congestion pricing policy has contributed to cleaner air in Manhattan, according to a Columbia Climate School study.
Police to be reinforced in Portugal
The Setúbal Municipal Police will comprise 40 officers tasked with enforcing traffic, parking, environmental, and municipal bylaw regulations, according to regulations approved by the Municipal Assembly on 25 September and published in the Diário da República (Official Gazette).
Anne Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Canadian poet and essayist Anne Carson, 76, has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature by the Swedish Academy in Stockholm.
Alentejo Walking Festival returns with almost 50 routes
Almost 50 organised walks and trails will take place across the Alentejo over the weekend of October 31 and November 1 as part of an initiative designed to establish the The post Alentejo Walking Festival returns with almost 50 routes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Beyond pears, surfing, and 90s discos: why the Oeste Region needs a territorial ESG reality check
It’s the crisp Atlantic breeze rolling over the coast between Peniche and Nazaré, the world-famous surf breaks, the endless orchards of Rocha pears and apples stretching across Caldas da Rainha, The post Beyond pears, surfing, and 90s discos: why the Oeste Region needs a territorial ESG reality check appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Spain’s far left fails to unite ahead of November vote
Division a blow for Pedro Sánchez’s chances of remaining in office.
Don't die rich, buy a sports car, but maybe not a Maserati Quattroporte?
Scarily, I’m now 63. But sadly, I keep hearing stories of how a rampant socialist UK government is going to tax our family savings until only 10p remains.
Thousands expected at protests across Portugal over cost of living
Thousands of people are expected to take to the streets across Portugal today (Saturday, October 17) in a nationwide protest against the rising cost of living, with demonstrations planned in The post Thousands expected at protests across Portugal over cost of living appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cork joins Europe’s friendliest cities ranking
Ireland has been named Europe’s friendliest country in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, receiving a score of 98.39.
Portugal PM denounces threats against his home and family at housing protest
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has condemned what he described as “direct threats” against his home and family after a video emerged showing a protest speaker calling for his address to The post Portugal PM denounces threats against his home and family at housing protest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal city to build new fire station
The Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters of Condeixa-a-Nova, in the Coimbra district, has launched a public tender to build a new fire station outside the town centre, an investment of € 4 million.
Free toolkit helps communities plan ahead
Prince William has launched Ready Together, a free online toolkit designed to help UK communities prepare for emergencies.
When stress starts showing up in the body
We often think of stress as something happening in our minds, but sometimes our bodies tell us we are stressed before we even realise it.
World Food Day: A look at Portuguese eating habits
To mark World Food Day, new data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) offers insights into the eating habits, lifestyle choices and health of Portugal’s population.
EU leaders clash over migration, Ukraine and budget in Brussels — but delay big decisions
Leaders left crucial decisions on the bloc's long-term budget and Ukraine's financial needs to further gatherings in November and December.
Portuguese app helps preserve family recipes
Many of us have a favourite dish prepared by our grandparents or parents, but what happens to those recipes when they are no longer around to make them?
Lisbon Metro workers announce two strikes
Lisbon Metro workers are planning partial strikes on 28 and 30 October, between 5 AM and 10 AM, potentially affecting morning commuters across the capital.
Portugal has Europe’s two Friendliest Cities
Portugal has something new to celebrate, with Porto and Lisbon taking the top two spots in a ranking of Europe’s friendliest cities.