Reopening of Borralha mine “promises tungsten for technological transition; heavy metals in drinking water”
Environmental ‘protectors’ are speaking out against cleverly-packaged projects – already under public consultation in Portugal – carrying infinite downsides for communities and the natural world. Lawyer Rui Amores – whose
Bragança MPs delight in decision (ostensibly) forcing EDP to pay millions in unpaid taxes
PS and PSD MPs elected for the Bragança constituency have welcomed the decision by the Public Prosecutor’s Office to order the collection of taxes from EDP over the sale (almost
Public prosecutors open investigation into CHEGA billboards about Bangladesh and gypsies
Just as new CHEGA billboards referring to immigrants receiving handouts go up in various towns, the public prosecutor’s office has opened an investigation into the original hoardings that brought howls
Ombria Algarve looks to inspire next generation of European resorts
Ombria Algarve officially opened in June this year with a clear purpose: to offer a different kind of Algarve experience, one rooted in the inland valleys north of Loulé rather
Newborn puppies rescued after being thrown into well (w/video)
GNR police have arrested a 70-year-old man suspected of throwing five newborn puppies into a well and covering it with a stone. The horrific story comes from the northern Portuguese
Dermatologist who earned over €700,000 in ‘additional surgeries’ approved and coded own work
The controversy over a 33-year-old dermatologist who earned more than €700,000 in three years performing ‘additional surgeries’ on the SNS at Lisbon’s Santa Maria Hospital appears to be deepening. According
A rural Christmas Wonderland in Algarve
With Christmas fast approaching, Ombria Algarve, in Loulé, is promising a variety of festive-themed entertainment to enjoy. “This festive season, guests can look forward to a warm and elegant celebration
Algarve Tech Hub Summit celebrates record turnout
A record of over 500 people attended the fourth edition of the Algarve Tech Hub Summit, held on November 6 and 7 at Hotel Vila Galé in Lagos. “We welcomed
Portugal: Deep-sea research cooperation with Brazil
Portugal and Brazil have strengthened scientific cooperation in joint deep-sea research, with scientific missions in the Atlantic, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Sea said today. The agreement between the two
Algarve’s new ‘Share Bear’ campaign to fight loneliness
Algarve Care Services, a community care company founded by British carer and entrepreneur Kelly Dugmore, has launched a new campaign called Share Bear, designed to raise awareness of loneliness and