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Portugal braces for general strike against new labour regulations

Portugal prepares for its first general strike in 12 years on Thursday as unions protest labour reforms expected to disrupt transport, schools, hospitals and other services.

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Portugal strikes have grounded flights and disrupted transport

About half of the country’s workforce is expected to take part in the walkout.

Russia

Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada

Portugal and France both support EU proposals to use frozen Russian assets to provide loans to Ukraine amid Moscow's all-out war, now well into its fourth year.

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Europe News

European Commission keeps Portuguese lithium mine's 'strategic' status

The European Union is prioritising domestic production of key raw materials to manufacture electric vehicles without becoming reliant on other world powers.

Green News

Planned Portugal solar park ignites fierce debate on its impact

The company behind the project has promised to reconcile the production of renewable energy with the environmental protection of the territory.

Portugal

Portuguese President Rebelo de Sousa undergoes emergency surgery

The Portuguese head of state was admitted to hospital late on Monday afternoon "after feeling unwell following digestive issues," but is said to be recovering following an emergency hernia operation.

Sport

Portugal win U-17 World Cup as Wenger hails Qatar “festival”

The largest U-17 World Cup in history closes its curtain in Doha, after 48 teams turned Qatar into a month-long showcase of football’s next generation.

Business

Cost of housing per square metre hits all-time high in Portugal

The lack of affordable housing has become a pressing issue for Portugal's government, headed by Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. A shortage of stock continues to push prices up, while high foreign demand is also making properties unaffordable for locals on lower salaries.

Business

Britain's IAG joins European carriers in bidding for Portugal's TAP

Air France–KLM and Lufthansa have emerged as leading contenders to buy Portugal’s TAP. IAG — the owner of British Airways and Iberia — has also expressed interest as the government prepares the national carrier for privatisation.

Travel News

Ryanair threatens to scrap all flights to the Azores

The airline previously cut flights to Spain and other destinations in Portugal, citing increased taxes and airport fees.

Portugal

Nine-year-old boy loses fingers in extreme bullying case in Portugal

A nine-year-old Brazilian child had his fingertips severed by classmates in a Portuguese school. Twenty-seven lawyers are now representing him in a case of bullying that prompted wide condemnation in the south European country.

Health news

Doctor arrested in Portugal for prescribing Ozempic to fake diabetics

According to police, the scheme involved issuing prescriptions to people who wanted to lose weight by pretending to be diabetic in order to receive state subsidies.

Green News

Storm Claudia exposes weaknesses in preparation for extreme weather

Experts contacted by Euronews agree that tornadoes are impossible to predict, but warn that extreme events will become more frequent and that floods show the risks of poorly planned urban development.

Portugal

Portugal arrests 'Hulk', top Brazilian druglord and gang ringleader

The PCC is the largest criminal organisation in Brazil and has around 20,000 members — with some estimates stating that the total number could be even higher, with the gang consisting of as many as 40,000 lifetime members plus 60,000 contractors.

Portugal

Storm Claudia leaves three dead in Portugal and causes flooding in UK

Storm Claudia has caused three deaths in Portugal and severe flooding in the UK, with Monmouth in Wales submerged and England facing 42 flood warnings.

Travel News

Portugal says Ryanair cannot refuse paper boarding passes

As of Wednesday 12 November, Ryanair passengers are required to have their boarding pass in digital format on their myRyanair app.

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Storm Claudia batters Europe with powerful winds and widespread disruptions

Storm Claudia caused severe weather in Portugal, with the Faro District experiencing heavy rain and strong winds. Thousands of homes lost power amid widespread flooding.

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Portugal remains on alert as Storm Claudia moves towards UK

The rain and strong winds caused road accidents, landslides and fallen trees, which damaged houses, roads and vehicles.

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No, Portugal is not banning all Islamic practices

Viral claims online appear to over-extend a recently approved law that will ban face veils in public in Portugal.

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