Portugal Resident6d agoAlgarve water policy challenged following desalination embargo
Before spending millions of euros of public money on major construction projects, the Algarve should repair leaking pipes, reuse wastewater and curb water-hungry agricultural development, environmental campaigners have urged the The post Algarve water policy challenged following desalination embargo appeared first on P
The Portugal News6d agoPanama Canal expands shipping capacity
The Panama Canal recorded increased shipping traffic, cargo volumes and revenue in 2026, despite concerns over water shortages linked to El Niño.
The Portugal News6d agoPetrol prices keep on decreasing
During the week between 2 and 8 November, diesel prices may increase, while petrol may decrease.
The Portugal News6d agoSeven expedition vessels visit Montevideo port
Montevideo welcomed seven polar expedition ships at the start of the Antarctic season, strengthening Uruguay’s role as a departure and preparation point for voyages to Antarctica.
The Portugal News6d agoA bit of pub talk
Many beloved British boozers could be forced to call-time once and for all as energy prices are set to soar again this winter.
The Portugal News6d agoSatellite data reveals historic Amazon record
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen to its lowest level since satellite records began in 1988, according to government data.
The Portugal News6d agoPortugal biomethane unit under public consultation
A project for a biomethane production facility in Ferreira do Alentejo—with the capacity to process nearly 70,000 tonnes of organic waste annually, including cattle manure and olive pomace—is currently under public consultation.
The Portugal News6d agoSpace agencies collaborate on historic Mars mission
Japan has launched a spacecraft towards Mars on a five-year mission to collect the first-ever soil samples from its moons.
The Portugal News6d agoThe Future of Cities Is Also in What We Have Already Built
When we discuss the future of Portuguese cities, attention is often focused on the need to build more housing, develop new urbanisations and create infrastructure.
The Portugal News6d agoNew study examines social engagement and cognition
A study led by researchers at China’s Shandong University has found that social activities in older age are associated with improved memory and cognitive function.
The Portugal News6d agoA 7-day city break - and we didn't even scratch the surface...
Why? Well, that's easy. Istanbul is, quite simply, huge!
Portugal Resident6d agoGreen Beard, Green Living: Steve Andrews Saving the Planet One Song at a Time
On this Resident Podcast ‘Big Interview’, host Carl Munson talks with Steve Andrews – the Welsh-born musician, author, poet and environmentalist better known as the Bard of Ely – about The post Green Beard, Green Living: Steve Andrews Saving the Planet One Song at a Time appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News6d agoMetro serves millions of passengers
Taipei has been ranked the world’s best city for public transport in 2026, according to a Time Out survey of more than 24,000 residents worldwide.
The Portugal News31 OctDon’t throw away your Halloween Pumpkin
Halloween may be all about spooky faces and glowing pumpkins, but once the costumes are packed away and the sweets have disappeared, what happens to that pumpkin sitting on your doorstep?
The Portugal News31 OctMystery Batman attracts thousands of followers
A mysterious man dressed as Batman has been helping London residents by distributing fuel vouchers, paying hospital parking fines and repairing potholes.
Portugal Resident31 OctYour first 180 days in Portugal
Moving to Portugal is a dream for many, and a reality for over a million foreign residents in the country, but once you have secured your visa and finally arrived The post Your first 180 days in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 OctCarris in Lisbon reaches 100 million passengers
The number of passengers Carris transported grew by 3.5% in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period last year, with more than 100 million people travelling on the Lisbon municipal transport company’s network, the operator announced.
The Portugal News31 OctMeta found responsible for millions of violations
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading users about its data privacy practices.
Portugal Resident30 OctAlbufeira announces embargo on desalination plant
Albufeira City Council claims to have embargoed works on the locally-contested desalination plant. Mayor Rui Cristina has spoken out against the €108 million project previously, describing it as a “political, The post Albufeira announces embargo on desalination plant appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News30 OctHave you ever wondered what these baskets were for?
Have you ever noticed these large traditional woven baskets outside the Portimão Museum, right beside the Arade River?
Portugal Resident30 OctPress told “no drones over Rossio for tomorrow’s housing protest”
Television commentators have said the order coming through this evening prohibiting drones over Rossio, in Lisbon, tomorrow – precisely when a new ‘right to housing’ protest has been scheduled – The post Press told “no drones over Rossio for tomorrow’s housing protest” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News30 OctShein and Temu purchases face new European Union handling fee
Online shoppers using platforms based outside the European Union (EU), such as Shein and Temu, will face a new fee from 1 November.
Algarve Daily News30 OctSilves gears up for the ‘Impossible Climb’, as 30 riders take on a near-vertical hill
Thirty Portuguese and Spanish riders will take on a 110-metre hillside, with gradients of more than 80% in places, at the 23rd Subida Impossível (Impossible Climb) competition, which returns to Silves on 8 November.