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Portugal Resident9 Aug

EDP abandons €169 million Alqueva floating solar project

EDP has abandoned plans for a vast floating solar and wind development at Alqueva after environmental objections forced costly changes to a project already struggling to remain commercially viable. The The post EDP abandons €169 million Alqueva floating solar project appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident9 Aug

Odemira municipality “awaits opinions” of various state agencies on Luís Neves’ contested ‘monte’

With almost every day bringing another ‘news item’ on the alleged incompatibilities stalking Minister for Interior Administration, Luís Neves, Correio da Manhã today brings two slightly different takes on the The post Odemira municipality “awaits opinions” of various state agencies on Luís Neves’ contested ‘monte’ appe

The Portugal News9 Aug

Portugal municipality to bet on musical education

Starting next school year, the Samora Correia School Group in Benavente will begin offering specialised music education—a program that has already attracted over 50 students.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Day Three of the Bons Sons Portuguese Music Festival

On 8 August, Bons Sons brought music, culture and community to Cem Soldos, a small village near Tomar, Portugal. 

Portugal Resident9 Aug

Algarve waste incinerator plan branded “aberration”

Government plans for a waste incinerator in the Algarve have prompted an angry response from environmental group ZERO, which has described the proposed plant as an “aberration” and “the worst The post Algarve waste incinerator plan branded “aberration” appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News9 Aug

Cities for Tuberculosis: Portugal’s Reminders of the White Plague

Drive into the hills above Guarda or Caramulo, and you will find buildings built to fight a disease that once killed one in every three hundred Portuguese.

Portugal Resident9 Aug

Fatal accident on A33 reveals BMW stuffed with drugs

A road accident in the early hours of yesterday morning on the A33, near Seixal, revealed a BMW stuffed with drugs, alongside four young men (two of whom died of The post Fatal accident on A33 reveals BMW stuffed with drugs appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News9 Aug

Floating Soundbath - when water becomes an ocean of sound

You may have heard about Tibetan monks or yogis using metal singing bowls for meditation practice and overall well-being. 

The Portugal News9 Aug

What is school holiday burnout and how can you avoid it?

With school summer holidays approach, juggling work and childcare can lead to burnout. So what is it and how do we avoid?

The Portugal News9 Aug

Coimbra metrobus to operate without finishing new feature

The dedicated “metrobus” lane connecting the Coimbra University Hospitals and the Pediatric Hospital, which was not originally included in the project scope, will not be ready in time for the line’s launch in the first quarter of 2027, Metro Mondego revealed.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Rebuilding Animal Lives in the Algarve

Founded by Briton Sid Richardson, Animal Rescue Algarve (ARA) rescues, rehabilitates, and promotes responsible adoption of dogs and cats from a model shelter in Loulé.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Success Formula: The Portuguese Values That Can Inspire Anyone

When people think of Cristiano Ronaldo, they usually think of goals, trophies, world records and one of the most recognisable celebrations in sport. But while his football achievements are extraordinary, the principles behind his success are surprisingly ordinary—at least in Portugal.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Portugal in Focus: Breaking News, Travel Buzz & The Top Stories Making Headlines

Check out the full weekly round-up in the video below 👇

Portugal Resident9 Aug

Moving to Portugal and living here tax efficiently

Taking the right steps will help you make the most of tax-efficient opportunities while avoiding costly mistakes. Tax residence You are usually considered Portuguese tax resident after 183 days in The post Moving to Portugal and living here tax efficiently appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News9 Aug

Azores Government acquired two new robotic surgery systems

The Government of the Azores has approved public tenders for the acquisition of two new robotic surgery systems for the hospitals in Terceira and Horta, representing an investment of approximately 3.8 million euros, it was announced.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Day centre and home support services to return to Portugal municipality

The Cerzir Afetos association has restored day centre and home support services to Boidobra, in the municipality of Covilhã—services that had ceased operations ten years ago, association president Paulo Jerónimo told the Lusa news agency.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Drinking coffee in Portugal

But it stems from their ties to Brazil.

The Portugal News8 Aug

Why Portimão's Sardine Festival remains an Algarve favourite

I didn't realise this year was already the 30th edition of Portimão's Sardine Festival. 

The Portugal News8 Aug

Synthetic furs help Zambia’s leopards recover

Leopard numbers are recovering in western Zambia after communities replaced real leopard skins with synthetic furs for traditional ceremonies, conservationists say. 

The Portugal News8 Aug

Building more is not enough: Portugal has to modernise its real estate stock

When we talk about the challenges of Portuguese real estate, the discussion almost always tends to focus on the lack of supply: more housing, modern offices, logistics spaces and infrastructure. 

The Portugal News8 Aug

Uganda declared Ebola-free following patient recovery

Uganda has been declared Ebola-free after completing the World Health Organization’s required 42-day monitoring period without recording any new cases. 

Portugal Resident8 Aug

The ultimate Portuguese summer sipper!

Order a Portonic instead of an Aperol Spritz and celebrate the cultural tradition and brilliance of Portugal’s wine culture. It is Portugal’s ultimate summer beverage! Do we owe this refreshing The post The ultimate Portuguese summer sipper! appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News8 Aug

Beach of the week: Peneco Beach

Peneco Beach in Albufeira is unique for several reasons. 

The Portugal News8 Aug

Finland expands renewable energy with sand battery

Finland is using the world’s largest sand battery to store surplus renewable energy as heat, helping balance electricity supply and reduce emissions.