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Self-balancing exoskeleton cleared for home use
The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared Eve, a self-balancing exoskeleton designed to help people with spinal cord injuries stand and walk independently again.
Completion of TAP privatization will only have an impact in Portugal in 2028
The Portuguese government expects that the sale of a 49.9% share in TAP will not have any effect on reducing public debt until 2028, due to the long regulatory approval process with the European Union authorities.
Former mine wins environmental reclamation award
BHP has received British Columbia’s Annual Reclamation Award for three decades of environmental work at the former Island Copper Mine.
Mobilisation Therapy: A gentle approach to movement and physical well-being
This approach uses a series of gentle, carefully considered movements that begin at the feet, progressing upwards through the body and finally to the crown of the head. During treatment, The post Mobilisation Therapy: A gentle approach to movement and physical well-being appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Moonlight Lullaby
This is a special song and one very close to my heart.
Portugal city to build new wastewater treatment plant
Barcelos City Council has launched a €35.4 million public tender to build the municipality’s new wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), according to an announcement published in the Diário da República (Official Gazette).
Killary Fjord earns global travel recognition
Killary Fjord in County Galway has been named among Lonely Planet’s 25 most inspiring travel experiences for 2027.
EU budget slashed by €159B in new Irish proposal
The Irish Council presidency's cuts hit competitiveness and development aid, while sparing agriculture and regional funds.
Add, don't subtract
A Mediterranean table that matched calorie-counting and the bread basket's quiet comeback: two findings that put pleasure back on your plate.
Free museum access remains universal
England’s national museums will remain free for all visitors after the government abandoned plans to charge overseas tourists.
Producing renewables is no longer enough
Portugal has spent the last few years building a relevant position in the production of renewable energy.
UK bans Protestant march from Catholic area in Northern Ireland
After a 13-day standoff in Portadown, the reversal thrills Irish republicans and enrages Northern Ireland’s unionists, who had hoped to complete a parade blocked since 1998.
Estarreja wins European Green Leaf 2028 award
The city was recognised as an example of green transformation, successfully moving beyond its industrial legacy.
October in the Algarve
When October feels like summer..
Trump lifts sanctions on Russian diesel, suggests US may buy amid surging fuel prices
The move comes weeks ahead of the midterm election.
Portuguese priest among the 100 best DJs in the world
Father Guilherme is the only Portuguese person on British magazine DJ Mag’s list.
Horror film festival coming to Pedrógão Grande
The first Castelo Horror Film Fest will run for ten days, coinciding with Halloween and the traditional Bread for God celebrations.
New hotel coming to the Algarve
A new hotel is preparing to open in the centre of Portimão, bringing new life to a building that had been abandoned for several years.
Portugal renews restrictions on 5G suppliers
The government has maintained restrictions on high-risk suppliers following a new cybersecurity assessment.
PSD and PS agree to extend parental leave
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Socialist Party (PS) have agreed in parliament to amend the parental leave system and to introduce a continuous working day into the Labour Code for the private sector.
Free webinar to explain tax, visa and property rules for moving to Portugal
People considering a move to Portugal will have the opportunity to put their questions to tax, residency and property specialists during a free webinar organised by the British-Portuguese Chamber of The post Free webinar to explain tax, visa and property rules for moving to Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ryanair lashes out at Air France and Lufthansa over ownership probe
The low-cost airline is facing allegations that it violates EU requirements for operating in the bloc.
Nearly one in five adults sought mental health support in Portugal
Depression was most prevalent among people aged 85 and over, while women were more likely than men to take medication for insomnia, anxiety and depression.
Rubio calls Portugal ‘ideal gateway’ to Europe
US Secretary of State praises Portugal’s defence spending, investment ties and cooperation during Lisbon visit