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Abu Dhabi investor eyes Burger King in Portugal and Spain

9 June 2026 at 17:55
Burger King (Josip Ivankovic-unsplash)

Abu Dhabi’s state-owned investment firm Mubadala is preparing a bid for the operator of Burger King in Portugal and Spain, which has been owned by British private equity group Cinven

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Slowly, slowly, government changes hierarchy in state hospitals

9 June 2026 at 17:07

In just over two years ‘in power’, the minority coalition AD government has changed two thirds of state hospital administrations. Of the 26 new presidents, 18 have links to the

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Portugal takes proactive approach to invasive seaweed

9 June 2026 at 16:37
Seaweed being removed from Lagos' Meia Praia beach this month (Photos: CM Lagos)|Lagos mayor Hugo Pereira opened the event, hoping that solutions could be found to turn a "problem into an opportunity"|Professor Rui Santos providing his expert insight

The invasive Asian seaweed Rugulopteryx okamurae is expected to remain a feature of Portugal’s coastline for the foreseeable future, but scientists, local authorities and the government are increasingly focusing on

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Two Lisbon museums vying for European Museum of the Year award

9 June 2026 at 16:13

Lisbon’s Design Museum (MUDE) and Lisbon Museum – Pimenta Palace are among the 34 nominees for the European Museum of the Year Award, which the organisers will host on Saturday

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Faro to host sixth Algarve LGBTIQ+ Pride March

9 June 2026 at 16:07
Faro to host sixth Algarve LGBTIQ+ Pride March

The Algarve capital of Faro is preparing to host the sixth Algarve LGBTIQ+ Pride March, scheduled for Saturday, June 20. Organisers are inviting members of the LGBTIQ+ community, allies, families

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Portugal’s agreement over U.S. use of Lajes Air Base to be reviewed

9 June 2026 at 15:57
Three B-2 Spirits, assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, hot-pit refuel during a Bomber Task Force mission at Lajes Field, Azores, March 16, 2021. Lajes Field is key to U.S., NATO and international security efforts. It is a key communication node that provides weather, telephone, email and internet coverage to aircraft, closing a coverage gap across the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the USAF's second largest fuel reserve capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Salazar) Copyright: public domain

With focus suddenly very much on Terceira island, in the Azores – home to Lajes Air Base, heavily used by the Americans – minister for foreign affairs Paulo Rangel has

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Algarve researchers help uncover clues to cancer resistance in African spiny mouse

9 June 2026 at 15:10
Algarve researchers help uncover clues to cancer resistance in African spiny mouse

Researchers from the Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-Ri) at the University of the Algarve and Spain’s Institute for Biomedical Research Sols-Morreale have published a study that could help advance

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Number of asylum requests fell by more than a third in 2025

9 June 2026 at 15:03
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The number of asylum applications in Portugal fell by 37% in 2025 compared with the previous year, according to data released by the European Union Agency for Asylum today, which

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Traditional Arte Xávega fishing returns to Meia Praia

9 June 2026 at 14:17
Traditional Arte Xávega fishing returns to Meia Praia

A centuries-old fishing tradition has returned to Meia Praia in Lagos, with dozens of residents, visitors and local officials gathering to witness the first Arte Xávega launch since the practice

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Portugal promotes immigration model based on integration and human rights

9 June 2026 at 13:48
Leitão Amaro presenting new measures to control illegal migrants today. Image: Lusa

Portugal has defended what it describes as a “regulated and humanist” approach to immigration, arguing that effective border control and respect for human rights must go hand in hand. Speaking

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Braga hospital performs first cochlear implant on baby under 12-months

9 June 2026 at 13:19

A delighted team at Braga hospital is celebrating the success of its first cochlear implant surgery, performed yesterday on a baby under 12-months of age. The surgery – described as

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Basketball club and Albufeira council clash over funding cut

9 June 2026 at 13:14
Basketball club and Albufeira council clash over funding cuts

A bitter row over funding cuts has emerged in Albufeira, where a local basketball club is accusing the local council of cutting an essential subsidy which it says has jeopardised

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PSD proposes retroactive 6% VAT for urban rehabilitation projects

9 June 2026 at 12:41
Porto (Roaming Pictures-unsplash)

Portugal’s Social Democratic Party (PSD) has submitted a proposal to parliament that could significantly reduce tax liabilities for construction companies involved in urban rehabilitation projects, while potentially ending a long-running

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Accidents at level crossings in Portugal kill nine in 2025

9 June 2026 at 12:38
Service on Algarve line resumes following collision at level crossing

The 24 level crossing accidents recorded in Portugal in 2025 resulted in nine deaths, according to an official statement released today, which highlights that the number has not fallen “in

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Companies in Portugal slow down on hiring

9 June 2026 at 12:22
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Portuguese companies continue to forecast team expansions between July and September, but they are adopting a more cautious stance in hiring decisions.  According to the ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey for

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Popular Saints come to Vila Vita Parc with outdoor festival

9 June 2026 at 12:13
Vila Vita santos populares

On June 13, Vila Vita Parc in Porches will mark St Anthony’s Day with a celebration inspired by the most iconic Portuguese folk traditions. With live music and a festive

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The Resident’s guide to the 2026 World Cup

9 June 2026 at 12:07
The Resident’s guide to the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway on Thursday June 11 and, for the first time, features 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Portuguese viewers will

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Portugal joins NATO DIANA defence startup accelerator network

9 June 2026 at 11:45

Portugal is now part of a NATO network of accelerators set up to identify and accelerate technological solutions that address the resilience and security challenges faced by its 32 member

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Funding available for centre region tech-based incubators

9 June 2026 at 11:24
Weekly Update 21st June 2019

Portugal’s CCDR (Regional Coordination and Development Commission) for the centre region has announced the launch of a call for proposals aimed at technology-based incubators, with a budget of €6 million.

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Sardine stocks ‘quadruple over last decade’ – report

9 June 2026 at 11:07
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Sardine stocks have quadrupled over the last decade, thanks to changes in management practices, which have also benefited bluefin tuna and hake, according to a report released yesterday to mark

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