A Misty History of Portugal : The Visigoth Monarchy 585 to 711 CE
The Visigoths (western Goths) were a people of Germanic descent who were forced by the invasive Huns to leave their homeland in... In Opinion - 21 Oct 2026, 07:01
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US demand for life in Portugal remains strong despite changes to citizenship law
Interest in moving to Portugal remains strong among Americans, with 455 people attending a recent series of events in the United... In North America - 16 Oct 2026, 09:31
Is Portugal Still the Right Place to Call Home? Lisbon Summit Explores What Comes Next
In partnership with CNN, Global Citizen Solutions hosts an unprecedented international gathering with experts in Lisbon. In Housing - 20 Oct 2026, 15:17
Your Algarve Holiday Deserves a Supercar
A Porsche 911 for the coast road, a Range Rover Sport for the week, and a Ferrari or Lamborghini when only real drama will do.... In Algarve, Business, Tourism - 16 Oct 2026, 07:01
Could Lower Rent Leave You with More? Portugal’s New Rules for Landlords
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Looking for a career opportunity in Portugal?
A unique opportunity to join the largest not-for-profit association in Portugal helping foreign residents. In Business - 16 Oct 2026, 08:01
The New UK-Portugal Tax Treaty: What Actually Changed on 29 December 2025
The new double taxation convention between the UK and Portugal entered into force on 29 December 2025, replacing an agreement that... In Portugal, United Kingdom, Business - 16 Oct 2026, 08:31
Why Is Everyone Talking About Melides? Discovering Portugal’s Most Exclusive Coastal Gem
For years, the understated charm of the Alentejo Coast was one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Today, Melides, a serene and... In Housing - 19 Oct 2026, 13:37
Small Car. Huge Crowd. Portugal Meets ÉLAN
More than 200 guests, three individually styled cars and an unveiling that quickly became an emotional moment. A new automotive... In Business - 16 Oct 2026, 07:31
Britain's casino rule changes stop at the border, and that matters for UK expats in Portugal
On 12 October, MPs met in Westminster Hall to debate the petition calling for the UK to rejoin the European Union, signed by more... In Gambling - 20 Oct 2026, 10:26
Carefree Days
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Portugal: Sines Oil Refinery - The Final Curtain
When I last wrote on this subject in July, it appeared that the government had only until the end of that month to avert the fall... In Opinion - 25 Sep 2026, 07:01
Caring for the Unloved Ones (4) : The Triage of Death
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A Climate Grand Jeté
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The Strategic Mineral Assets of Portugal
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Gen Z – who are they?
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The challenge of receiving UK TV in Portugal
The vast majority of UK expats in Portugal like to receive UK tv channels, but it’s... In Opinion Pieces - 21 Mar 2025, 08:09
Netanyahu and the International Criminal Court
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Climate change and money
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By the two left feet, slowly backward march!
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Portugal´s Mineral and Water Resources
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The Exploitation of Portugal´s Mineral Resources – Part 3 : An overview of Mining in Deep Waters
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The Exploitation of Portugal´s Mineral Resources - Part 2
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In an increasingly divided world, trust has become journalism’s most valuable currency. In Opinion - 14 Aug 2026, 19:01
The Amazonian Thrust towards Cyber Mastery in the EU
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When things don’t go right
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The Quincentenary of William Tyndale's New Testament in English
“The powers that be”, “The salt of the earth”, “Eat drink and be merry” and... In Opinion - 06 Aug 2026, 07:01
Inequality: The Hidden Wealth of Portugal
The 2022 World Inequality Report resulted from four years intensive research of data... In Opinion - 31 Jul 2026, 07:01
Indebtedness: Personal and National
The famous advice of Dickens´ Mr. Wilkins Micawber to the young David Copperfield... In Opinion - 30 Jul 2026, 07:01
Roundabouts and traffic lights in the Algarve
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Portuguese Magic: Part 4 – In Modern Times – 1500 to Present
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EU - Cyber independence under assault
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