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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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 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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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 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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