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The Portugal News11 Sept

South Park changes name to ‘South America’ because of Donald Trump

The iconic series has announced that it will change its name to ‘South America’ in a dig at US President Trump’s recent attempts to rename geographical locations.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Ratatouille: a last taste of summer

Imagine a stew of juicy tomatoes, still warm from the midday sun; aubergines with their firm, glossy purple skins; waxy peppers and courgettes — all cooked together in a symphony The post Ratatouille: a last taste of summer appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

Free Festival in Lisbon!

There will be a free festival right downtown! 

The Portugal News11 Sept

Property of the Week: Contemporary 3-bed with pool in Ponta da Piedade, Lagos

Located in one of Lagos’ most prestigious areas, just a few minutes’ walk from the beaches and the iconic cliffs of Ponta da Piedade, this contemporary villa combines modern architecture, comfort and a privileged location by the sea.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

INEM paramedics call off strikes scheduled for September 14 and 28

Good news this morning: STEPH, the syndicate of pre-hospital emergency technicians (first response paramedics) has called off the strikes planned for later this month following a meeting with the Ministry The post INEM paramedics call off strikes scheduled for September 14 and 28 appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

6- and 12-month Euribor rates rise to new highs

The 3-, 6- and 12-month Euribor rates – the two longer maturities – rose to new highs not seen since November and August 2024, following the European Central Bank’s decision to raise its key interest rates on 10 September.

The Portugal News11 Sept

Conservationists celebrate ‘bounty of barn owl chicks’ in Northern Ireland

Two barn owl pairs were discovered to have bred successfully on farm visits in Co Fermanagh this summer by Ulster Wildlife, each raising five chicks.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Diesel expected to go up four cents next week, petrol to fall six cents

The price per litre of diesel is expected to rise by four cents and that of petrol to fall by six cents next week, should the current trend continue, according The post Diesel expected to go up four cents next week, petrol to fall six cents appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Volunteers invited to help clean coastal beauty spot in Portimão

Volunteers are being invited to join a coastal clean-up at Mata de João d’Arens in Portimão on Saturday, September 19, as part of the Arade Azul environmental project. The initiative, The post Volunteers invited to help clean coastal beauty spot in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

Daniel Bastos takes Portuguese emigration memorials to Brussels

On 19 September, Saturday, Brussels, the capital of Belgium and of the European Union, will host the presentation of the book Monumentos ao Emigrante – Uma Homenagem à História da Emigração Portuguesa (Monuments to the Emigrant – A Tribute to the History of Portuguese Emigration).

The Portugal News11 Sept

AIMA complaints halve, but union questions why

The number of complaints directed at Portugal's immigration agency AIMA has dropped to about half of what it was in 2024, the agency's president states, but the union that represents migration technicians believes the figures may not give the full picture.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Portuguese economist tipped for top job at IMF ‘ditched’ over criticism of Trump’s tariffs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) abandoned, at the last minute, the choice of Portuguese economist Ricardo Reis to lead the research department and take on the role of chief economic The post Portuguese economist tipped for top job at IMF ‘ditched’ over criticism of Trump’s tariffs appeared first on Portugal Resid

The Portugal News11 Sept

Portugal needs independence in energy and water

The Minister of Environment and Energy said in Lisbon that Portugal needs energy and water independence because it is impossible to know when it will need to "deal with other forces from other countries" that will cause problems.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

PM pays tribute to 9/11 victims of 25 years ago

Along with so many of his counterparts throughout the world, Portugal’s prime minister has today paid tribute to the victims of the terrorist attacks in New York 25 years ago, The post PM pays tribute to 9/11 victims of 25 years ago appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

Olhão markets only Algarve finalist in 7 Wonders competition

Olhão's Municipal Markets are the only Algarve representative to reach the final of the New 7 Wonders of Portugal competition.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Environmental groups fear government quietly clipping watchdogs’ wings

Environmental association Quercus has raised the alarm over a largely undisclosed restructuring of Portugal’s two principal environmental agencies, warning that “profound simplification” of licensing could mean weaker scrutiny of projects The post Environmental groups fear government quietly clipping watchdogs’ wings a

The Portugal News11 Sept

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

These are our top podcast picks.

The Portugal News11 Sept

GNR works on making Portugal schools safer

The GNR is launching the "Safe School" 2026/2027 operation on 11 September and will mark the return to classes with a series of awareness-raising actions for students, teachers, and guardians, covering more than 4,400 establishments.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Trial of two police officers accused of torture held behind closed doors

The trial of the two police officers from the Rato police station, in Lisbon, who are accused of crimes of torture and rape begins today behind closed doors. At the The post Trial of two police officers accused of torture held behind closed doors appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Sept

Portugal Golden Visa 2026: Invest in Portugal and Build Your Future in Europe

Portugal’s Golden Visa remains one of Europe’s most attractive residence-by-investment programs for international investors seeking European residence, global mobility and a long-term connection with Portugal.

The Portugal News11 Sept

Algarve city plans to have new marina

Plans for a new marina in Faro are moving forward as the municipality prepares to take control of the city's Commercial Quay.

The Portugal News11 Sept

New solutions for aesthetic surgery

Pioneered by Dr. Tiago Baptista Fernandes and his team, Up Clinic is at the forefront of patient-centred clinical optimisation, enhancing every stage of the journey — before, during and after the procedure - with the aim of achieving better outcomes, greater safety and reduced inflammation.

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Rangel accuses CHEGA of playing both sides over Russia

Foreign minister Paulo Rangel has accused CHEGA of adopting an increasingly untenable position on Russia: declaring “unwavering support” for Ukraine while celebrating the electoral success of a German party that The post Rangel accuses CHEGA of playing both sides over Russia appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident11 Sept

Families receive keys to renovated homes in historic Loulé neighbourhood

Eighteen families have received the keys to newly renovated homes in Loulé’s historic Bairro Municipal Frederico Ulrich, better known locally as the former Bairro Operário. The handover completes the first The post Families receive keys to renovated homes in historic Loulé neighbourhood appeared first on Portugal Resid