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The Portugal News13 Aug

Total solar eclipse brought “huge economic return”

The Mayor of Bragança stated today that the total solar eclipse brought an “enormous economic return” to the region, serving as “excellent and well-deserved publicity.”

Algarve Daily News13 Aug

Over 300 people queue along Tavira beach to watch solar eclipse through Science Centre telescope

More than 300 people gathered yesterday at Arraial beach in Tavira to watch the solar eclipse, in an event that attracted a larger-than-expected crowd, according to Filipa Vargas, of the Tavira Ciência Viva Science Centre, who organised the event.

The Portugal News13 Aug

New Port of Sines dock could have both civilian and military uses

Plans for a new General Cargo Quay at the Port of Sines could have both civilian and military uses, according to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the project.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Setting Up Your Home in Portugal: Utilities and Essential Home Services

Electricity and water usually come first, followed closely by internet, waste collection and the everyday services that keep a home running smoothly. The system in Portugal is generally reliable and The post Setting Up Your Home in Portugal: Utilities and Essential Home Services appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Tourist shooting in Baixa district amplifies concerns of residents and shopkeepers

A sense of insecurity was palpable in Lisbon’s Baixa district even before a Swedish tourist, selecting pastéis de nata, received a gunshot wound to the chest. SIC Notícias has visited The post Tourist shooting in Baixa district amplifies concerns of residents and shopkeepers appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Healthcare sector reinforced with €630 million to modernise the SNS

Healthcare was one of the areas most bolstered in the revisions to the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), with €630 million allocated to refurbish facilities, modernise the National Health Service (SNS), and acquire four medical emergency helicopters, the Government announced today.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Complaint of antisemitism at University of Coimbra

The office of the Secretary of State for Higher Education has asked the Attorney General (PGR) to order an investigation into suspicions of antisemitism, discrimination and incitement to hatred and The post Complaint of antisemitism at University of Coimbra appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Viking-inspired ship to arrive in the Algarve

A 28-metre ship inspired by Viking vessels is set to arrive in the Algarve this weekend, as its crew prepares for a much bigger adventure across the North Atlantic.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Vandalism causes over €3 million in damages to Lisbon’s ‘shared bicycle’ fleet

Lisbon’s Gira shared bicycle network has recorded “substantial losses” this year due to the destruction of more than 1,400 docks, and 1,000 bicycles being “improperly ripped out” (of their docks) The post Vandalism causes over €3 million in damages to Lisbon’s ‘shared bicycle’ fleet appeared first on Portugal Resident

The Portugal News13 Aug

FlixBus continues to expand routes in Portugal

FlixBus continues to invest in new routes in Portugal and has expanded its operations in the country.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Emergency room wait times are rising again

The average waiting times for an initial medical assessment exceeded 11 hours today at the emergency department of Barreiro Hospital, part of the Arco Ribeirinho Local Health Unit (ULS), according to the National Health Service (SNS) portal.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

PJ police crack prison drug trafficking network, led by inmate

At the start of this week, 20 people were arrested who, “in an organised manner, supplied narcotics to the Guarda, Viseu, Coimbra and Lamego Prisons”. What wasn’t made clear, but The post PJ police crack prison drug trafficking network, led by inmate appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Airport passenger numbers in Portugal rise

National airports handled 7.1 million passengers in June, a year-on-year drop of 0.2% following record highs in the previous five months, bringing the total for the first half of the year to 35.341 million, a 2.5% increase, Statistics Portugal (INE) reported today.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Wine Talk – Beyond the bargain rosé

So, what separates these bargain rosés from the other blush wines further along the shelf? Here are some of the differences between them and a few clues to help you The post Wine Talk – Beyond the bargain rosé appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Property of the Week: Contemporary beachfront living with panoramic atlantic views

Explore an exceptional villa in Ferragudo in one of the Algarve's most spectacular coastal settings.

The Portugal News13 Aug

€10 million allocated to restore rivers and streams in Portugal

More than a dozen river and stream restoration measures are set to receive support through a new €10 million funding package aimed at improving the ecological condition of waterways across northern Portugal.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Lithium miner claims new community backing for Barroso project

Savannah Resources says it has strengthened cooperation with organisations managing communal land around its proposed Barroso lithium mine, securing access to additional territory while allowing local communities to participate in The post Lithium miner claims new community backing for Barroso project appeared first on

The Portugal News13 Aug

Summer event tourism in Portugal could generate up to €6 billion

Tourism linked to summer events has established itself as a key driver of attraction and economic activity in Portugal.

The Portugal News13 Aug

IFICI vs NHR: How Portugal's new tax regime compares to its predecessor

For years, Portugal's Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime was one of Europe's most talked-about tax programmes, drawing entrepreneurs, retirees and internationally mobile families to Portuguese shores.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portugal Weather Today (13 August): What to Expect with the weather today

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The Portugal News13 Aug

International events generate over €203 million in Madeira

A regional investment of €522,500 helped generate more than €203 million in global media exposure.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Faro Airport Arrivals: No Queues This Morning!

Passengers arriving at Faro Airport in the Algarve have enjoyed a particularly smooth start to the day, with no queues visible in the arrivals lounge this morning.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portugal will support university students' rent

Scholarship students studying at universities outside their area of residence who cannot find accommodation in university residences will receive rent support.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

INEM medical emergency threaten strike action over planned reforms

INEM workers are not letting up over their hierarchy’s reform plans, insisting they spell a reduction in the country’s ambulance cover – and threatening strike action to force a rethink. The post INEM medical emergency threaten strike action over planned reforms appeared first on Portugal Resident .