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The Portugal News12 Jul

Portuguese project calls for animal blood donation

A Portuguese veterinary medicine project has made a national appeal for animal blood donation, an initiative aimed at "reversing the critical shortage of veterinary blood affecting thousands of dogs and cats."

The Portugal News12 Jul

Algarve Café of the Week: Why locals love Crocante in Parchal

This week, we visited Crocante, a popular café and pastelaria in Parchal that has become a favourite stop for both locals and visitors. 

The Portugal News12 Jul

The Surprising Portuguese Origins of Words You Didn’t Know

Words have a funny way of carrying history with them. 

The Portugal News12 Jul

New cultural spaces to be built in Portugal

A railway museum, a multifunctional auditorium housed in the municipal market, and the former customs house, repurposed for culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship, are among the interventions outlined in the Valença 2030 master plan, the local authority revealed.

The Portugal News12 Jul

The future of real estate is decided outside real estate

For many years, the real estate market could be explained almost exclusively by the indicators of the sector itself. 

The Portugal News12 Jul

Portugal to review foreign investment rules

Portugal is reviewing its foreign investment screening, as new EU rules will require stricter checks on deals involving sensitive sectors such as energy, transport, defence, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

The Portugal News12 Jul

10 tips to boost your energy the day after a bad night’s sleep

With a few simple adjustments, you can regain your focus and feel energised again.

The Portugal News12 Jul

River connection in Portugal to be expanded

Starting Thursday, the river connection between Trafaria (Almada) and Lisbon will be extended to Pedrouços/Algés (Oeiras), with service operating seven days a week, TTSL – Transtejo Soflusa announced.

The Portugal News12 Jul

Azores highlighted commitment to environmental literacy

The Azorean government highlighted its commitment to environmental literacy and capacity building for conservation and enforcement teams, revealing that over 45 million euros have been channelled through the LIFE Programme into the management and preservation of protected areas.

The Portugal News12 Jul

St. Joseph Cafasso

Born on 15 January 1811, in Piedmont, Italy, Joseph was known from a young age for his humility, prayerful life, and kindness. 

The Portugal News12 Jul

Hidden in Plain Sight

The remarkable story of Ancient Song. 

The Portugal News12 Jul

Previsão de Deriva in the Azores

Check out the video!

The Portugal News12 Jul

Portuguese university has a new rector

It was announced that João Barroso, the new rector of the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD), will take office on 20 July, after a deadlock over the formation of the General Council that lasted over a year.

The Portugal News11 Jul

Portugal, Atlantis and the Azores: Exploring Ancient Civilisations and Earth’s Hidden Energy

The legend of Atlantis continues to inspire researchers, historians, and spiritual seekers around the world. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Walking Shark

Scientists have discovered a new species of walking shark off the coast of Papua New Guinea. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Ryanair renews criticism of von der Leyen over air traffic control delays

Ryanair has stepped up its criticism of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, urging Brussels to move forward with long-discussed reforms to Europe's air traffic control system after a report from the French Senate highlighted growing delays across the continent.

The Portugal News11 Jul

Climate Book

A new book, published by Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, argues that trees and green spaces are essential for helping African cities adapt to rising temperatures and climate change. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Portuguese Impractical Cats

There is an old saying that dogs have owners, but cats have staff. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Hyacinth Innovation

Communities in Nigeria are turning invasive water hyacinths into lamps, baskets, fertiliser and other products, transforming one of the world’s most invasive aquatic weeds into a source of income. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

The Praia do Relógio beach hosts the second day of the RFM SOMNII Intermarch

The Praia do Relógio beach hosts the second day of the RFM SOMNII Intermarché 2026 this Saturday, 11 July, on a day marked by a transition of musical genres and the debut of one of the most highly anticipated attractions on this edition's line-up.

The Portugal News11 Jul

Coral Heritage

Jordan’s Aqaba Marine Reserve has been nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status because of its heat-resistant Red Sea coral reefs. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Greece first country to battle wildfires with space technology

The country is the first in the world to integrate satellite surveillance into its national firefighting system.

The Portugal News11 Jul

Female Firefighters

An Indigenous women-led volunteer brigade is helping prevent devastating wildfires in Brazil’s Cerrado after fires destroyed parts of the Santana Indigenous Territory in 2018. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

Another increase in fuel prices expected

During the week of 13 to 19 July, new fuel prices are expected, with diesel and petrol prices remaining unchanged.