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Man injured in drug-linked Brussels shooting after attack on police station
The police station attack marked "yet another wake-up call for Brussels," according to the capital's minister-president.
Bangernomics: A compelling case?
There was a time when the idea of buying an old, slightly knackered car was about as fashionable as wearing socks with sandals.
Saint David
David was born c500 in Pembrokeshire during a terrible storm. His mother was Non the daughter of the ruler of Dyfed.
Late Bronze Age settlement in Portugal soon to be visited
The Outeiro do Circo settlement in the municipality of Beja—one of the largest Late Bronze Age sites on the Iberian Peninsula—is hosting a new €50,000 archaeological project to enable future public visits.
Tiny fish could unlock new MS drugs. Brexit is getting in the way.
A small fish that can repair damaged nerves holds promise for new drugs to treat multiple sclerosis. But research has been slowed by Britain's post-EU reality.
Inside the 72 hours that cratered the US-Canada trade deal
Trump announced a “DEAL” on Tuesday night. Then things went south. Now the $1 trillion trade relationship is unraveling.
The man who could defeat Netanyahu
Gadi Eisenkot’s party is leading many polls. Will he loosen Netanyahu’s grip on power?
The Church of Mercy in Sintra
Tucked into the historic heart of Sintra at Largo Rainha Dona Amélia, the Igreja da Misericórdia serves as a vital historical anchor often overlooked by those rushing toward the town's more towering landmarks.
The factories of the future could be one of the biggest opportunities for Portugal
For many years, the word "factory" was associated with an image that no longer corresponds to reality: repetitive production lines, intensive labour and competitiveness based mainly on costs.
FATACIL is back!
10 unforgettable days filled with live music, great food, local crafts, agriculture, entertainment, and more!
Ciao Baby Alvor – Italian food, family recipes and live music
As an Italian cuisine lover, I was delighted to discover a family-run Italian restaurant in Alvor where recipes have been passed down through generations. And when I heard they have live music on Wednesdays, consisting mostly of Italian songs, there was nothing more to think about – we had to visit.
Rescued orangutans establish wild population
Rescued Sumatran orangutans released into a protected forest in Indonesia are now raising babies, creating a new wild population of the critically endangered species.
Local business incentives to be launched in Portugal
Oliveira de Azeméis is set to launch two local business incentive programs: one to designate “historic shops”—offering up to €5,000 in investment support—and another to enhance other establishments, providing €1,500 for rent or modernisation.
Cancer vaccine breakthrough raises new hope as Portugal advances research
A potentially historic advance in cancer treatment has raised hopes that personalised vaccines could become a powerful new weapon against cancer – while scientists in Portugal are pursuing research in The post Cancer vaccine breakthrough raises new hope as Portugal advances research appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Clean electricity could transform cement production
Researchers have found cement production could become carbon negative by combining direct air capture with electric kilns.
Beach of the week: Albandeira Beach
Albandeira is one of the more hidden beaches in the municipality of Lagoa.
Farm pioneers quantum-inspired agriculture
An Italian farm is using biomimicry, agroecology and quantum-inspired techniques to grow crops that can better withstand drought while reducing reliance on pesticides and synthetic fertilisers.
The real estate market slows down. The real challenge starts now
For years, the Portuguese real estate market has accustomed us to a very intense pace.
Happy faces activate dogs’ reward centres
Scientists found that dogs’ brains respond differently to smiling human faces, providing evidence that they recognise positive emotions.
Trying to understand irregular migration to Europe and the UK
Few issues generate more political heat than that of migration.
Sea turtle completes remarkable journey
A critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtle rescued from a Welsh beach has been flown more than 5,000 miles back to the United States ahead of its planned release into the Gulf of Mexico.
France to ramp up Ukraine support, says Macron
The French president's comments come after Russian drones targeted a shopping mall on Friday, leaving 16 dead.
Government stands up to China at REN
Minister of the Presidency, António Leitão Amaro, has explained that the State’s re-entry into REN’s capital will allow the government to be more present in the activity of the company The post Government stands up to China at REN appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Fuel prices set to rise again in Portugal on Monday
Drivers in Portugal face another increase in fuel prices from Monday, 24 August, with both diesel and petrol expected to rise.