The Gum Thief
The Gum Thief by Douglas Coupland is out in large paperback at 17 euros. On the heels of iPod, which was hailed by many critics as his best book in
Poll results – November 2, 2007 – Safety Info on Beaches
The question that was asked: In light of the recent drownings in Sagres, do you feel there should be more safety information and warning signs on the Algarveās beaches all
Bold break
By: NATASHA SMITH natasha@portugalresident.com A PRISON break attempt took place on Sunday, in Belgium, where an inmate made a dramatic escape from jail for the fourth time in his ācareerā.
A Love to Admire concert
By: PAULO SILVESTRE paulo@portugalresident.com POPULAR AMERICAN rock band, Interpol, will be performing at Coliseu de Lisboa on Wednesday (November 7) from 9pm to a crowd of loyal fans. This band
A star lands in Lisbon
By: PAULO SILVESTRE paulo@portugalresident.com ONE OF the most promising and original songwriters of recent times will return to Portugal for our listening pleasure. Rufus Wainwright is due to perform at
Poll results – October 12, 2007 – Maternity leave support
The question that was asked: In light of the world breastfeeding week, which started on Monday October 8, do you believe that mothers in Portugal should be better supported in
The dying art of fishing
By: PAULO SILVESTRE paulo@portugalresident.com Fishing IS not what it used to be. In a country with a big tradition for this industry, local fishermen are in danger of turning into
Poll results – October 5, 2007 – World Travel Awards 2007
The question that was asked: Do you believe that Algarveās candidacy in 12 categories of the World Travel Awards 2007 could cement the regionās reputation as a top holiday destination
EU news. EU post
EU TRANSPORT ministers have backed a plan to open up the postal services to full competition in 2011, two years later than originally planned due to opposition mainly from France
Poll results – September 28, 2007 – PortimĆ£o riverside
The question that was asked: Do you believe the ambitious 90 million euro project to transform PortimĆ£o riverside into a modern and interactive area including museums and an aquarium will