Portugal finally turns to its youth
Portugal’s hope of ending the economic crisis lies, we heard this week, in its youth. The surprise news – considering so much of Portugal’s youth has been forced to emigrate
Teachers protest in front of Parliament
Hundreds of teachers showed up in force outside Parliament on today (December 5) to contest the controversial exam introduced by the government to test their knowledge. While hundreds took to
Madeira approves “scandalous”, “excessive” budget
At a time when austerity is dogging our every footstep, it comes as no surprise to hear that Madeira’s ruling PSD government has approved a parliamentary budget that gives politicians
Eco-entrepreneur reveals ‘flip side’ of doing business in Portugal
James Dewhurst is one of many foreigners who came to Portugal with a winning business idea. His plan for an eco-friendly Blo-Kart centre near Sagres had all the makings of
Lisbon Airport taxes rise by 4.4%
National airport management company ANA Airports of Portugal announced on December 1 that traffic, passenger handling and baggage handling charges in force at Lisbon airport had been adjusted by 4.4%,
Portugal postpones €6.6 billion debt
Portugal has won a three-year reprieve in paying back up to €6.6 billion-worth of public debt. The welcome break comes at a crucial time in the country’s financial recovery –
Science bust
PSP officers are investigating the theft of over €10,000 worth of equipment from a scientific research lab in Largo do Rato in Lisbon. Various computers and specialised equipment were stolen
Super renewal
Despite recent administration changes, the AIA International Autodrome of the Algarve has been pencilled in to stage the eighth round of the World Superbikes Championship next year. The provisional 2014
SUPERTRAMP
Loulé youngster Gonçalo Martins took bronze in the synchronized trampoline category at the sport’s world championships in Bulgaria last week.
Jackpot
A six-month study published by the University of the Algarve International Research Centre on Tuesday has revealed that the 2013 WRC Rally of Portugal was second only to the 2004