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Artificial Intelligence: Part 3
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PSD Algarve calls for police crackdown on organised orange thefts
PSD Algarve is calling for a stronger police response to what it describes as an organised wave of orange thefts targeting citrus farms across the region. The appeal follows reports The post PSD Algarve calls for police crackdown on organised orange thefts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Average net income exceeds €1,000 a month in just six Portuguese municipalities
Average net income exceeded the equivalent of €1,000 a month in only six of Portugal’s municipalities in 2024 – despite a 7.6% increase nationally, according to figures highlighting the country’s The post Average net income exceeds €1,000 a month in just six Portuguese municipalities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Lagoa's Convent Sweet Festival returns with five days of Portugal finest traditional desserts
One of the Algarve's sweetest summer events is returning to Lagoa this week, as the 22nd Mostra do Doce Conventual takes place from 29 July to 2 August at the Convento de São José.
Portuguese firms increasingly recruit from professional courses
Professional education still widely regarded as “Plan B” — but times are changing Portuguese companies struggling to recruit skilled workers are becoming increasingly dependent on school-leavers with professional qualifications. Demand The post Portuguese firms increasingly recruit from professional courses appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal emerges as a safe-haven destination in Europe as global travel patterns shift
As conflict and political instability continue to affect parts of the Middle East, Portugal is emerging as one of the unexpected beneficiaries, with the country seeing a noticeable rise in The post Portugal emerges as a safe-haven destination in Europe as global travel patterns shift appeared first on Portugal Resident .
INEM refutes claims it is scaling back on ambulances
INEM, Portugal’s National Medical Emergency Institute, has refuted claims by its Workers’ Committee that it is scaling back on emergency medical services by withdrawing 100 ambulances from its management orbit. The post INEM refutes claims it is scaling back on ambulances appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Trump administration marshals allies for 6G race with China
More than 20 countries are joining a Trump administration initiative to coordinate next-generation wireless policy, standards and security before 6G reaches consumers.
Van Assche wins first ATP title at Estoril Open
French rising star Luca Van Assche claimed the biggest title of his career on Sunday, defeating Belgium’s Alexander Blockx in a gripping three-set final to lift the Estoril Open trophy. The post Van Assche wins first ATP title at Estoril Open appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Inside Algarve Arts Academy
“I truly believe that art is a cure”
How is your Portuguese?
If you think you’ve heard that formula before, it was originally about trees, but I’ve seconded it for my purposes today, as I wish I’d started learning this country’s language The post How is your Portuguese? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Google’s new Atlantic cable is another vote of confidence in Portugal
Portugal has received another major endorsement from one of the world’s biggest technology companies after Google completed the connection of its new transatlantic submarine cable, Nuvem, between the United States The post Google’s new Atlantic cable is another vote of confidence in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Weather Today (27 July): Forecast Across Portugal
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AI could be a real estate opportunity for Portugal
When talking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the labour market, the first reaction is almost always to think about the jobs that could disappear.
What will Burnham really change?
Andy Burnham came into office promising the biggest change in Britain for 40 years. But one week into his premiership, is Britain seeing transformation—or just a different style of politics? As Burnham unveils plans on social care, devolution and welfare, Sam and Anne ask just how big the policies announced by Burnham actually are. Is […]
Bonnie, Tyler and the power of community support
Every week brings a new reminder of why Cadela Carlota exists. Sometimes it is a happy celebration with our supporters, and sometimes it is a heartbreaking rescue that reminds us The post Bonnie, Tyler and the power of community support appeared first on Portugal Resident .