The Portugal News21 AugSwimming banned at Algarve beach
People have been told not to swim at Praia da Nazaré after tests found higher-than-normal levels of microbiological contamination in the water.
Portugal Resident21 AugFunchal “better than ever” as city celebrates 581st anniversary
Funchal is celebrating its 581st anniversary, with Madeira’s regional government using the occasion to highlight the dramatic transformation of the island capital over the past five decades. Speaking at this The post Funchal “better than ever” as city celebrates 581st anniversary appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal fast-tracks renewable energy
Portugal has identified more than 800 areas across around 170 municipalities where solar and wind energy projects could be developed more quickly, under plans approved by the Government to speed up investment in renewable power.
The Portugal News21 AugAlgarve village’s climate refuge offers escape from extreme heat
A small village in the Algarve is attracting attention for a climate refuge that is helping residents and visitors escape increasingly intense summer temperatures.
The Portugal News21 AugRain and strong winds set to return to Portugal
Portugal is set for a mostly dry, sunny start to the weekend before a change in the weather brings rain, stronger winds, and rougher seas from Sunday.
Portugal Resident21 AugTwo Portuguese among injured in Switzerland restaurant fire
Two Portuguese nationals are among the eight people injured in the major fire that destroyed a building housing a Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland, Portugal’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed. One of The post Two Portuguese among injured in Switzerland restaurant fire appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 AugPolice attacked by crowd after drug arrests in Azores
Police officers were surrounded and attacked by a crowd following a major drug operation in Rabo de Peixe, on the Azorean island of São Miguel, on Thursday. According to CNN The post Police attacked by crowd after drug arrests in Azores appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal approves €3.5 million for damage in riverfront and coastal areas
The government approved a €3.5 million boost today for the program aimed at recovering riverfront areas and coastal zones affected by this year’s storms, bringing the total funding to €80 million.
Portugal Resident21 AugUnion representing Portugal’s ‘mini-SEF’ marks challenging first year
Portugal’s new police unit responsible for border control and immigration enforcement is marking its first anniversary after a “very challenging year” dominated by airport queues, a new European border system The post Union representing Portugal’s ‘mini-SEF’ marks challenging first year appeared first on Portugal Resid
The Portugal News21 AugMEO Kalorama reveals concert times and announces new act
MEO Kalorama has revealed the concert schedule for this year's festival, which returns to Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon from 28 to 30 August.
Portugal Resident21 AugPortugal’s famous Nazaré beach closed to swimmers over water quality concerns
Nazaré beach has been temporarily closed to swimmers after water quality tests detected unusually high levels of microbiological contamination, the local council announced this Friday. Nazaré is one of Portugal’s The post Portugal’s famous Nazaré beach closed to swimmers over water quality concerns appeared first on Po
The Portugal News21 AugNew emergency care model in Portugal
A model based on a different triage approach is being developed at the Leiria emergency department, helping to reduce the time patients spend in the unit while ensuring patient safety through continuous monitoring.
Portugal Resident21 AugNutella and Bobi are looking for their forever homes
Sometimes two dogs simply deserve to be noticed. Nutella came to Cadela Carlota, in Lagos, a few months ago after being found wandering the streets. Sadly, she had no microchip and The post Nutella and Bobi are looking for their forever homes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 AugFrench catamaran “completely destroyed” off Viana do Castelo
A French catamaran has been “completely destroyed” after running aground off Viana do Castelo shortly after midnight on Friday. The sailing vessel was carrying two crew members, both of whom The post French catamaran “completely destroyed” off Viana do Castelo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugPlanned power cuts to affect parts of Portugal
Several areas of mainland Portugal will experience temporary power cuts this Sunday, 23 August, as E-REDES carries out scheduled work on the electricity distribution network.
The Portugal News21 AugSBC brings CPD-accredited learning to SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit
Professionals attending SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit this September will be able to turn three days of industry learning into recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD), following the official accreditation of both events’ conference programmes by The CPD Certification Service.
Portugal Resident21 AugFormer Serbian footballer arrested in Portugal with over €70 million worth of cocaine
A former Serbian footballer has been arrested in Portugal after being caught driving a van carrying more than 1.5 tonnes of cocaine and two loaded military-grade weapons. Uros Milosevic, 31, The post Former Serbian footballer arrested in Portugal with over €70 million worth of cocaine appeared first on Portugal Residen
The Portugal News21 AugLPN bought 1,800 hectares of Castro Verde to save its birds
For the Liga para a Protecção da Natureza (LPN), protecting biodiversity means working with farmers and finding ways for people and wildlife to share the same landscape
Portugal Resident21 AugWhy gardening is good for you
Physical activity Gardening is a low-intensity activity that takes us through the full range of motion: digging, bending and carrying. Movement is good for the body and mind — but The post Why gardening is good for you appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal Weekend Weather (21 August): What to Expect Across Portugal this Weekend
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Portugal Resident21 AugPortugal begins Mediterranean Games with 167 athletes
Portugal is taking 167 athletes to the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy, with the national team looking to build on its strong showing four years ago and defend five individual The post Portugal begins Mediterranean Games with 167 athletes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugGNR seizes 6,750 litres of fuel linked to drug trafficking
Authorities believe the fuel was intended for high-speed vessels transporting drugs to the Portuguese coast.