Preparing for the new normal
Is sitting still the best way forward? With the Portuguese government’s new guidelines, some of us are beginning to venture out or are entertaining ideas of life beyond the borders
Mirror, mirror
If one is lucky enough to still be in good health, avoiding hunger, loneliness or destitution, now is a perfect moment to take stock of what really matters in one’s
London Calling
London is – closed! Now, this is a headline that your columnist never thought he would write! As Covid-19 sweeps the globe, some of the most astonishing scenes have come
Driving licence exchange
Ask Afpop In this new monthly column, afpop, Portugal’s largest foreign residents’ association, aims to answer some of the most frequently-asked questions by members. Question: I am going to need
The beauty’s in the detail
Use a macro lens for a new level of awareness Local photographer Emma Jervis took time out to discuss the simple pleasures found in taking macro photography for a meditative
Staying put …
Remember the glory days of Brexit? How about when the hope for impeachment was the only thing you heard on the news? Those were fun days. Strangely, the main characters
Loss and renewal
Living through these unprecedented times, with the future so uncertain, nothing was inspiring me to write. The only thing that sprang to mind and felt appropriate was the word “loss”.
Papier-mâché – Home artisanal crafts on a budget
A few weeks into responsibly self-isolating, cooking’s become a bore and that box of wine has lost its shine. The kids are asking for access to video games or to
State of emergency – the basic measures you should be aware of
Much has been written over recent weeks about the state of emergency in Portugal. However, we still believe that many English-speaking foreign residents living in the Algarve would like to
Spiritual but not religious
Our monthly feature seeks to offer open-minded, clarifying, and meaningful responses to readers’ questions about spirituality. Send your questions to The Resident. Q: How can we remain connected to our