Portugal Resident28 JunPortuguese fatalities in Venezuela quakes at 51, as ‘golden window’ closes
The number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese descent who have died as a result of the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 51, according to a new update The post Portuguese fatalities in Venezuela quakes at 51, as ‘golden window’ closes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JunFrench national, 66, dies in water at Albufeira’s São Rafael beach
A 66-year-old French national died yesterday after getting into difficulties in the water of Albufeira’s São Rafael beach. Lifeguards responded within minutes, but their efforts at resuscitation proved in vain. The post French national, 66, dies in water at Albufeira’s São Rafael beach appeared first on Portugal Reside
The Portugal News28 JunTEDxMarvila Shifts the Lens from Love to Learning
After welcoming 1,000 guests to a sold-out exploration of love in April, TEDxMarvila has shared with The Portugal News the theme for its next edition: The Power of Learning.
The Portugal News28 JunPortugal also needs those who invest in ideas
When talking about investment in Portugal, the conversation almost always focuses on large international funds, data centers, industry or multinationals that choose our country to grow.
Portugal Resident28 JunSchoolchildren turn Ria Formosa litter into public art in Olhão
The artistic panels were created by pupils from three school groups in the municipality as part of the LIXArte – Transforming Waste into Art project, which combines environmental education with The post Schoolchildren turn Ria Formosa litter into public art in Olhão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JunNothing to see here
As well as writing this column, I help out with The Resident’s podcast, featuring Natasha Donn and other writers on the news, plus interviews with Portugal-loving movers and shapers. It’s The post Nothing to see here appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JunCastle in Portugal to host dance festival
Leiria Castle will host around 60 dance performances in July, in a new festival organised by the municipality, the Annarella Sanchez International Conservatory of Ballet and Dance, and the Leiria Classical Ballet Company.
The Portugal News28 JunSaint Joseph Vaz
Joseph Vaz was born on 21 April 1651 in Goa, which at that time was the capital of the Portuguese colonies in the Far East.
Portugal Resident28 JunCould Portugal cope without easyJet? Why a takeover battle matters far beyond aviation
The possibility that one of Europe’s best-known budget airlines could eventually be broken up has raised questions far beyond the aviation industry. According to The Economist, American investment firm Castlelake The post Could Portugal cope without easyJet? Why a takeover battle matters far beyond aviation appeared fi
The Portugal News28 JunPortugal municipality rehabilitating homes after Storm Kristin
The Vila de Rei City Council, in the Castelo Branco district, has validated €303,000 in funding applications to repair homes affected by the Kristin depression.
The Portugal News27 JunPortugal no longer competes on cost - It competes for trust
For many years, Portugal has sought to assert itself as a competitive destination for the industry through lower costs. Skilled labour, strategic location, and integration into the European market were important arguments, but often insufficient to compete with other lower-cost geographies. Today, that reality is chang
Portugal Resident27 JunDriver test fraud suspect arrested in Portimão
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Portimão after allegedly attempting to sit a driving test using another person’s identity in a bid to fraudulently obtain a Portuguese driving licence. The post Driver test fraud suspect arrested in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 JunNinja Exam
More than 130 aspiring ninjas from Japan and abroad gathered in Shiga Prefecture to take part in the annual Koka-ryu Ninja Certification Exam, helping preserve one of the country’s cultural traditions.
The Portugal News27 JunNormal to open new store in Portugal
Danish discount retailer Normal is continuing its expansion across Portugal by opening a new store in Lisbon on 8 July.
Portugal Resident27 JunAI anxiety is coming to Portugal too
Artificial intelligence has moved from the technology pages to the political pages. In the United States, voters are increasingly worried about job losses, data centres, privacy, energy use and whether The post AI anxiety is coming to Portugal too appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 JunCruise Vision
China is promoting cruise tourism as a new driver of economic growth, expanding domestic cruise routes, shipbuilding and port infrastructure to attract more travellers.
The Portugal News27 Jun5 Must-See River Beaches in Viseu
When temperatures rise in inland Portugal, the Viseu district reveals its most enchanting and invigorating sides. Here, a network of river beaches carves through verdant valleys, pine forests, and imposing granite slopes.
Portugal Resident27 JunPortuguese rescuers on ground in Venezuela still waiting for green light to deploy
Portugal’s earthquake response team has arrived in Venezuela with specialist search-and-rescue personnel and 23 tonnes of humanitarian aid but, four days after the devastating twin earthquakes that left thousands of The post Portuguese rescuers on ground in Venezuela still waiting for green light to deploy appeared fir
The Portugal News27 JunGirls Protected
Colombia has become the first country in Latin America to approve nationwide legislation banning female genital mutilation, marking a milestone in efforts to protect girls and women.
Portugal Resident27 JunWoman arrested over fatal stabbing of husband in Alentejo
A 41-year-old foreign woman has been arrested on suspicion of murdering her husband following a domestic dispute at a shared agricultural workers’ residence in Alfundão, in the municipality of Ferreira The post Woman arrested over fatal stabbing of husband in Alentejo appeared first on Portugal Resident .