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Portugal Resident15 Aug

Portugal to exceed PRR housing target with 28,000 homes by end of August

Portugal is expected to exceed its housing target under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), with more than 28,000 housing solutions due to be delivered to families by the end The post Portugal to exceed PRR housing target with 28,000 homes by end of August appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Aug

System error inflates waiting times at Faro and Portimão A&E units

An IT system error caused waiting times displayed for the emergency departments at Faro and Portimão hospitals to be significantly inflated this morning, according to Algarve health authority ULS Algarve. The post System error inflates waiting times at Faro and Portimão A&E units appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Aug

Real estate does not create the problems of the economy - Make them visible!

Whenever there is a housing crisis, the real estate market is at the centre of the debate. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Conservation efforts boost tiger recovery

Nepal’s tiger population has risen to 429, more than triple the number recorded in 2009, according to the country’s latest big cat census. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Study links psychopathy to bacteria

A study by the Institute for Research and Innovation in Health (i3S) at the University of Porto suggests a link between psychopathy traits and gut and oral bacteria.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Istanbul becomes Europe’s busiest airport

Istanbul Airport has overtaken Heathrow as Europe’s busiest airport after handling 8.15 million passengers in July, compared with Heathrow’s 7.9 million. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Increase in fuel prices expected

During the week of 17 August, fuel prices will rise, with increases in both diesel and gasoline.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Magnitude 5 earthquake hits Granada

A magnitude 5 earthquake hit Granada in the early hours of Saturday morning, causing damage to buildings and cars but with no injuries reported.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Loggerhead Turtle attempts beach nesting

A loggerhead turtle attempted to nest on Cotobro beach in Almuñécar, prompting authorities to monitor the area in case it returns. 

Portugal Resident15 Aug

PSP denies police shortage in Lisbon’s Baixa and backs crackdown on ‘fake drugs’

Portugal’s PSP police have rejected claims of a lack of officers in Lisbon’s Baixa district and called for the sale of substances passed off as illegal drugs to be made The post PSP denies police shortage in Lisbon’s Baixa and backs crackdown on ‘fake drugs’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Aug

Around the world in 7 restaurants - Porto

East of the Sun and West of the Moon: Portugal has something for every palate, from spicy to sour, and from Slavic to Sardinian — you don’t have to stick to the local cuisine (even if it is delicious). Join me in the exploration only 7 restaurants with a global kitchen, this time in Porto.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Free gym supports vulnerable communities

A free outdoor gym at a Paris homeless shelter is helping improve residents’ health and wellbeing, according to a survey of more than 200 people. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Everything Cristiano Ronaldo Owns in Portugal and Around the World

From luxury hotels in Madeira to high-end homes, thriving businesses and global investments, Cristiano Ronaldo has built an empire that stretches far beyond football.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Clean energy overtakes fossil fuels

Germany generated more electricity from wind and solar than fossil fuels for the first time in 2025, marking a major green energy milestone. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Coimbra strengthens cooperation with Ukraine

The Coimbra Metropolitan Region (RMC) is set to establish a cooperation agreement with the Kyiv Region Regional Development Agency (RDAKR) and encourage the participation of local and regional stakeholders.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Violent crime declines across cities

The US recorded another sharp fall in its murder rate, with homicides down 18 percent in the first six months of the year compared with the same period in 2025. 

The Portugal News15 Aug

Programme prepares communities for heatwaves

An education and awareness-raising program aims to prepare over 100,000 people in the Lisbon and Braga areas to respond to heatwaves and wildfires by 2029, the organisers announced.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Zoo celebrates endangered hippo birth

Toronto Zoo has welcomed a female endangered pygmy hippo calf, the third offspring of 20-year-old Kindia. 

Portugal Resident15 Aug

Robbie Williams reveals autism diagnosis ahead of Portugal concert

Robbie Williams has revealed that he has been diagnosed with autism, less than two weeks before he returns to Portugal for a concert at Lisbon’s MEO Kalorama festival. The 52-year-old The post Robbie Williams reveals autism diagnosis ahead of Portugal concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Aug

What do foreigners want?

Over the course of the film, he becomes a better, more empathetic person – the eavesdropping forces him to actually listen to women instead of assuming he already knows what The post What do foreigners want? appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Aug

125 vacant buildings identified in Leiria

Leiria City Council identified 125 vacant buildings this year within the Urban Rehabilitation Areas (ARU) of the Historic Centre and Nossa Senhora da Encarnação; no properties in a state of ruin were detected, it was announced.

The Portugal News15 Aug

Sea Eagles continue remarkable recovery

White-tailed sea eagles are continuing their comeback after disappearing more than a century ago due to human persecution. 

Portugal Resident15 Aug

Portimão F1 Grand Prix 2027 date expected soon

The date of the 2027 Formula 1 Portuguese Grand Prix in Portimão is expected to be announced soon as the FIA prepares to finalise next year’s calendar. Portugal’s return to The post Portimão F1 Grand Prix 2027 date expected soon appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Aug

Wildfire remains active in Vila Pouca de Aguiar

A wildfire that broke out on Friday in Vila Pouca de Aguiar, Vila Real district, remained active this morning, with around 200 emergency personnel tackling the flames. The fire started The post Wildfire remains active in Vila Pouca de Aguiar appeared first on Portugal Resident .