Moves behind scenes to keep Miró collection in Portugal
After the government’s botched attempts to offload 85 Miró paintings at auction in February, moves are reportedly afoot to try and keep the multi-million collection in Portugal. As things stand,
Algarve scientist hits back at ‘ludicrous claims’ from anti-oil lobby
A leading scientist at the University of the Algarve has spoken out against what he calls the “ludicrous claims” of the region’s anti-oil lobby, led by citizens group ASMAA (Algarve
Portuguese among the laziest in Europe
Only 36% of Portuguese people exercise regularly, according to a European study that places Portugal as the third least active population in the European Union (EU). The data is included
UPDATE: Faro council refutes untreated sewage claims
Faro council has denied all claims that the waterway of Lavadeiras, at the entrance to Faro, has become a “stinking line of sewage”. “There is a rainwater drainage system that
WRC returns to Portugal
Rally fans are in for a real treat in April. The Portuguese Vodafone Rally will once again be included in the World Rally Championship (WRC) circuit as the fourth round
Lights out!
Lagoa council are inviting the community to a concerted “Switch Off for the Planet” on Saturday (March 29) during prime-time television and most people’s evening meal. The choice of hour
Faro at mercy of untreated sewage
The waterway of Lavadeiras, at the entrance to Faro, has become a “stinking line of sewage”. So say local Socialist politicians, who accuse the council and waste disposal company Fagar
Top-notch rugby at Algarve Rugby Festival
The long-awaited Algarve Rugby Festival 2014 is about to start at Browns Sports & Leisure Club in Vilamoura. The first scheduled match will bring the British Army and Krasny Yar
UPDATE: Death of German skydiver leaves festival in tatters
A third death at the Algarve’s skydiving centre in Alvor has left this year’s Spring Boogie Festival in tatters. Billed as an opportunity to boost Algarve tourism in the low
ASAE inspectors strike over pay and conditions
ASAE inspectors took to the streets in Lisbon last Friday demanding better wages and protesting against what they call their “very weak social situations”. ASAE boss Albuquerque Amaral explained how