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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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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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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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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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PSD proposes retroactive 6% VAT for urban rehabilitation projects

9 June 2026 at 12:41
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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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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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Portugal among European countries that process most cocaine

9 June 2026 at 10:54
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Portugal is among the European countries that process the most cocaine; in 2024, four laboratories in Portugal were dismantled and 23 tonnes of the drug seized – the sixth-largest quantity

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President launches Portugal Day celebrations in Azores

9 June 2026 at 10:40

President António José Seguro is arriving in the Azores later this morning, for the Portugal Day celebrations that will this year take place on Terceira island – the home of

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115 euros: salário mínimo cada vez mais próximo do salário mediano

By: ZAP
9 June 2026 at 09:00
Salário mínimo já vale 91% do salário mediano: a diferença é de 115 euros. Banco de Portugal alerta para riscos. O salário mínimo nacional (SMN) está cada vez mais próximo do salário mediano em Portugal, alertou o Banco de Portugal (BdP) esta segunda-feira. Em 2025, a remuneração mínima fixada por lei atingiu 91% do salário mediano, deixando apenas 114,7 euros de diferença entre os dois valores. O BdP reconhece os efeitos positivos na redução da desigualdade salarial, mas alerta também para riscos sobre os incentivos dos trabalhadores, a valorização das qualificações e a produtividade da economia. Numa análise à distribuição

Beach maps proposed to end umbrella confusion

9 June 2026 at 09:58
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The government has recommended that Portuguese beaches display simple maps at their entrances showing where visitors can place umbrellas and towels, following growing confusion over concession areas and beach access

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Banda Filarmónica da ACREMS oferece desfile de Aniversário no Dia de Portugal

A Associação Cultural e Recreativa Escola de Música Sambrazense (ACREMS) assinala amanhã, dia 10 de junho, 23 anos de atividade, uma data que a instituição partilha com a comunidade através da oferta de um desfile.

Presente na cerimónia comemorativa do Dia de Portugal e do hastear da Bandeira nos Paços do Concelho, a Banda Filarmónica da ACREMS executará o seu Hino e realizará o Desfile do 23º Aniversário pelas principais artérias da Vila de São Brás de Alportel, a partir das 10:15 horas.

É oportuno salientar que desde a sua fundação, a ACREMS tem dedicado a sua ação ao ensino de instrumentos de sopro e percussão, à promoção da cultura musical e à dinamização de eventos no âmbito da música filarmónica. A Banda Filarmónica de São Brás de Alportel é um dos frutos mais visíveis deste percurso.

Ao longo dos anos, a associação tem contado com o apoio dos órgãos autárquicos e de diversas entidades locais, regionais e nacionais, estabelecendo parcerias que considera determinantes para concretizar os seus objetivos.

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Enchimento artificial de areia depois das tempestades “salvou a época balnear” no Algarve – SIC

Fica concluída já no início desta semana a intervenção de enchimento do areal da praia da Fuzeta. A promessa foi deixada pela ministra do Ambiente numa visita ao local. Também as praias de Loulé, muito afetadas pelas tempestades de inverno, conseguiram com a alimentação artificial ganhar 50 metros de areal até ao mar, como mostra a reportagem da SIC.

A Fuzeta teve também a época balnear em perigo. Foi preciso avançar com uma intervenção de emergência: 400 mil euros e 40 mil metros cúbicos de areia vão permitir abrir a praia aos banhistas.

Foi mesmo para salvar a época balnear e ainda bem que o fizemos”, afirma a ministra do Ambiente, Maria Graça Carvalho, que aproveitou o Dia Mundial do Ambiente, na sexta-feira, para visitar a reta final da intervenção na Fuzeta.

As tempestades de inverno chegaram, nalgumas zonas, a ‘comer’ 15 metros de areal. Foi preciso uma intervenção de mais de 14 milhões de euros para assegurar que nos sete quilómetros do Forte Novo a Vale do Lobo e Vale Garrão houvesse época balnear.

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Seguem-se dentro de meses dragagens nos portos também da Fuzeta, Tavira e Lagos. No final do verão, será retomada a intervenção entre a Praia da Rocha e a dos Três Castelos.

Temos tido problemas técnicos, tem sido difícil o transporte da mistura de areia e água. Não conseguimos acabar antes da época balnear por isso interrompeu-se e tirou-se tudo. Retomamos a seguir à época balnear”, explicou a ministra.

Entre obras concluídas, em curso ou contratualizadas, o investimento na reposição de areias e proteção costeira do Algarve aproxima-se dos 20 milhões de euros. Em média, a linha de costa tem recuado três metros por ano no Algarve.

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