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Urgent patients face more than nine hour wait periods in Portugal

Patients seeking urgent medical attention in Portugal face wait times exceeding nine hours at hospitals across the country.

Moments

All the new European hiking routes that opened in 2024

Hiking is a way to see lesser-visited parts of a country - and do so in a more sustainable manner.

Europe News

Rubbish mounts on Lisbon's streets as strike continues for second day

Lisbon’s waste collection workers are on strike, leaving piles of trash across the city as unions demand better conditions and accuse the authorities of failing to address the issues.

Culture news

'Around 250 treasure-laden shipwrecks may lie in Portuguese waters'

An archaeologist believes that around 250 shipwrecks with lost treasures may be hidden in Portuguese waters, but left unprotected due to a lack of government intervention.

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Portuguese manufacturers warn of automotive industry crisis impact

The Portuguese automotive manufacturing industry's exports are predicted to fall in November and December, as demand for new cars slows across Europe.

Europeans' Stories

How can the European Union tackle ‘brain drain’?

Our reporter Julián López has travelled to Portugal to investigate the reasons behind, and consequences of, brain drain there - and the possible solutions being explored.

Europe News

Building inclusion: This cafe empowers people with disabilities

Since 1992, 3 December has been recognised as the International Day of People with Disabilities, yet many continue to face exclusion from the workforce.

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Portugal: State Budget for 2025 approved as Socialist Party abstains

Only PSD and CDS, the two parties supporting the government, voted in favour. With the exception of PS, all opposition parties voted against.

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Portuguese government announces €20 million security forces investment

€20 million will be invested to acquire 600 new vehicles for the country's police force. However, Portuguese police union representatives say it isn't enough.

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Portuguese navy reports spike in Russian ship traffic near its coast

Portuguese naval authorities record heightened Russian ship activity, including spy vessels. Although deemed normal, they stress the importance of continued observation.

Cinema

David Cronenberg on body horror, Trump and 'The Shrouds'

The creator of a bizarre and unique cinematic universe, the celebrated Canadian director was in Lisbon to present his latest film, 'The Shrouds', which won the Grand Jury Prize at the 18th edition of LEFFEST.

Destinations

‘Look beyond Lisbon’: Portugal’s best wine and port towns for 2025

Lisbon locals can’t find affordable homes, transport is bursting at the seams and public services are under strain.

Food and Drink

World Cheese Awards: Portugal triumphs as Brexit torpedoes UK chances

This year’s World Cheese Awards saw 4,786 cheeses from 47 countries assembled in the Portuguese city of Viseu. 240 experts gave their verdict, as the UK missed out due to customs... Brexit means Brexit, and all that.

Travel News

Lisbon's city airport night flight ban: A win for local residents?

Night flights have been an ongoing issue in Lisbon, disrupting the sleep of city residents.

Europe News

Extended parental leave in Portugal faces delays until at least 2025

Under the new proposal, the current four-month fully paid leave could be extended to six months, and five-month leave at 80% pay could increase to seven months.

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Thousands protest in Portugal to demand higher wages

Portugal is one of Western Europe's poorest countries with official data showing that more than half of all workers in country earn less than €1,000 a month.

Travel News

Move abroad? Here's where has lowest cost of living in Europe

Home no longer looking so tempting? Save money and improve your quality of life in these affordable European countries.

Europe News

Language barriers hinder Ukrainian doctors in Portugal

Ukrainian doctors in Portugal are facing language barriers that hinder their integration into the healthcare system. Despite initial pledges of support, concerns have been raised that “nothing has been done to help.”

EuroVerify

Did a left-wing politician ask for Portugal's police to be disbanded?

After a police shooting of a Cape Verdean man in Lisbon, a Left Bloc politician called for accountability of Portugal's police force management if statements are proven to be untrue.

Portugal

Thousands march in Lisbon against racism and police violence

The demonstrators demanded justice for Odair Moniz, the man shot by Portugal's police force.