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The Portugal News12 Sept

Beach of the Week: Tavira Island

If you are looking for a beach where you can spend the whole day, Tavira Island is a great choice. A beautiful stretch of white sand, clear water and plenty of restaurants and bars make it one of the most popular beach destinations in the eastern Algarve.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Country eliminates infectious blindness threat

Timor-Leste has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the final country in Southeast Asia to achieve the milestone. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Neoclouds: The Next Opportunity in Digital Infrastructure and Real Estate

By David Moura-George, Commercial Director & Board Member of Athena Advisers

The Portugal News12 Sept

Meet the Chaplain Behind the Animal Blessing Service

This year's Animal Blessing Service will be led by The Reverend Carla Vicêncio Prior, who has served as Chaplain in Central and Eastern Algarve since 2024.

The Portugal News12 Sept

The hidden power of colour: Could the colours around us affect our lives?

Most of us choose colours because we like the way they look. We paint a room because a particular shade appeals to us, choose clothes because they suit us, or add colour to our homes simply because it makes them more attractive.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Animal Blessing Service Brings Community Together to Support Algarve Animal Rescues

Animal lovers from across the Algarve are invited to the annual Animal Blessing Service organised by St Vincent’s Anglican Chaplaincy. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Reform could end capital punishment

Lebanon is moving towards becoming the first Middle Eastern country to abolish the death penalty after a majority of its 128-member parliament backed legislation ending capital punishment. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

What is your favourite green space in Ponta Delgada, Azores?

While walking around the streets of Ponta Delgada, you might miss one of the city's most natural places - Jardim Padre Sena Freitas. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Boutique supports small butter producers

France’s first boutique dedicated entirely to butter has opened in Paris, showcasing around 30 varieties from small family producers across Brittany, the Loire Valley and northern France. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Diesel prices will increase again

During the week between 14 and 20 September, a new variation in fuel prices is expected.

The Portugal News12 Sept

The Fountain of Venus in Lisbon

Back when beauty was top of mind for the citizens, a stunning water statue in Lisbon was created. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Foundation gains major philanthropic resources

The Kühne Foundation has become one of Europe’s wealthiest foundations after inheriting the €42.2 billion fortune of logistics magnate Klaus-Michael Kühne. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Portugal Must Know How to Save Its Energy!

For many years, when we talked about energy transition, the discussion focused almost exclusively on the ability to produce more electricity from renewable sources. More solar parks, more wind energy, more clean production. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Alternative routes keep oil moving

Saudi Arabia is adapting its oil export network to maintain supplies despite growing disruption across regional shipping routes. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Azores debate problems in fishing and agriculture

The Socialist Party is promoting an urgent debate next week in the Regional Legislative Assembly on the state of Azorean agriculture and rising costs in the primary sector.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Stricter rules planned for smart glasses

Norway is preparing stricter regulation of smart glasses amid concerns about privacy and surveillance. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

Coimbra hosts first Pink October Race

The main objectives of the first edition of the Pink October Race in Coimbra, on 10 October at 5pm, are to raise public awareness about breast cancer prevention and promote healthy lifestyle habits through sport.

The Portugal News12 Sept

How to work the nocturnal niche trend and create a cosy, cocoon space

 Autumn is all about an atmospheric interior, tactile textures and layered lighting with longer nights, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Platform changes strengthen child protection

TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million to settle a lawsuit alleging violations of children’s privacy.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Housing in Portugal: Missing a Look at the Whole

Almost every week new figures on housing in Portugal appear.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Renewables investment could strengthen energy security

Canada has announced plans for CAN$70 billion in clean energy investment, described as the largest in North American history. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

New school centre to open in Portugal

The new school year began in Mértola with the inauguration of a new school centre, a €2.5 million investment, which aims to provide "an environment conducive" to the "academic and personal development" of students.

The Portugal News12 Sept

Irish castle earns global recognition

Ireland’s Blarney Castle has been named one of the world’s ten luckiest destinations, placing eighth in a new international ranking. 

The Portugal News12 Sept

The future of restaurants in the Algarve, the shake-out is coming

There are around 5,000 restaurants in the Algarve. That sounds wonderful, but perhaps it is too many.