A student in Valongo, Portugal, was brutally beaten by three of his classmates, resulting in his hospitalization at Hospital de S. João in Porto. The incident has shocked the local community and raised concerns about the safety of students within schools. The attack occurred during school hours, leaving the victim…
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President of Matosinhos City Council in Portugal, Luísa Salgueiro announced that the Council was considering the implementation of a tourist tax starting in 2024. The proposal follows in the footsteps of other municipalities that have introduced similar measures to regulate tourism and generate revenue for local development projects. Salgueiro confirmed…
Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa has responded to a series of questions posed by the Social Democratic Party (PSD) regarding the involvement of the Security Information Service (SIS) in the recovery of a computer taken by Frederico Pinheiro from the Ministry of Infrastructure. In his statement, Costa acknowledged being aware…
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The Portuguese government has announced that it will require teachers to provide minimum services during exam strikes, in an effort to safeguard the interests of students and families. The decision comes as a response to recent strike actions by teachers’ unions, which have disrupted the examination process across the country. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Education, the government emphasized the importance of maintaining the continuity of education…
Severe weather conditions have wreaked havoc in the municipality of Murça, Portugal as a bridge collapsed and a vineyard suffered extensive damage due to a powerful hailstorm. The unexpected natural disaster has left local authorities and residents shocked and grappling with the aftermath. The collapse of a vital bridge, which connected two parts of the municipality, has caused significant inconvenience and disruption to transportation. The bridge, weakened by heavy rainfall…
Jose Mourinho’s hopes of adding a sixth European trophy to his collection were dashed as Sevilla beat Roma 4-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Europa League final on Wednesday night. (Also Read: Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Gharibashvili to Participate in European Political Community Summit) Mourinho suffers first European final defeat The Roma manager, who had won all five of his previous European finals with Porto, Inter…
The National Road Safety Authority (ANSR) in Portugal has issued an alert regarding fraudulent emails being circulated on its behalf. These emails falsely notify recipients of an administrative offense notice and provide a link to access the supposed document. However, ANSR has confirmed that these emails are part of a phishing attempt aimed at obtaining personal information. As a result, ANSR advises recipients not to click on any links within these fraudulent emails. The ANSR emphasizes that all official notifications,…
In a significant development in the battle against wildfires, the Guarda Nacional Republicana (GNR) in Portugal has captured 23 individuals suspected of setting fires. The arrests come as a result of extensive investigations efforts by the Portuguese authorities to curb the rising incidents of wildfires across the region. Preliminary findings reveal that the majority of these fires were ignited due to two main factors: the burning of leftovers and deliberate forest fires. This alarming revelation has highlighted the pressing need…
The Court of Appeal of Guimarães (TRG) in Portugal has ordered a new trial for the case involving ‘Tony da Penha’ who was previously sentenced to seven years in prison for the death of Fernando Ferreira, also known as ‘Conde’. The TRG’s judgment highlighted “irreconcilable contradictions” and “unacceptable alternative interpretations” in the previous decision made by the Court of Guimarães on January 13 of this year. In that decision, António Silva, alias ‘Tony da Penha’, was convicted of the crime…
Ireland Urged to Catch Up on Nicotine Restrictions as Minister Calls for Ban on Disposable Vapes
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Minister of State Ossian Smyth has raised concerns about Ireland’s position on nicotine restrictions, emphasizing the need for the country to catch up with global standards. In a recent interview on RTÉ radio’s Today with Claire Byrne show, he discussed his plans to completely ban disposable vapes on environmental grounds, highlighting the dangers associated with their improper disposal. Disposable Vapes: A Hidden Threat and Environmental Hazard Minister Smyth drew attention to the resemblance of disposable vapes to highlighter pens, explaining…
At the Court of Aveiro in Portugal, four defendants linked to an alleged Luso-Chinese network involved in the illegal trafficking and trade of baby eels for the Asian market chose to remain silent during the trial proceedings. After being identified and informed of the charges, the defendants informed the court of their intention not to provide any statements, resulting in the session being adjourned. The trial is scheduled to resume on Thursday, June 1 with the testimony of prosecution witnesses.…
Between May 23 and 29, the road safety campaign “Taxa Zero ao Volante” in Portugal recorded nearly 14,000 violations and approximately 2,500 accidents, according to statements from the National Road Safety Authority (ANSR), Public Security Police (PSP), and National Republican Guard (GNR) released on May 30. During this period, 54,953 vehicles were inspected, resulting in 13,846 infractions. Among the violations, 747 were linked to driving under the influence of alcohol. Tragically, these incidents led to eight fatalities, 48 serious injuries,…
Montenegro advocated for the sector to continue playing its crucial role in offering The president of the PSD (Social Democratic Party) in Portugal, Luís Montenegro, met with a local accommodation association in Lisbon on Tuesday. During the meeting, Montenegro stated that if his party regains power, they will repeal the measures implemented by the current government led by Prime Minister António Costa. The focus of concern was the potential asphyxiation of the local accommodation sector due to the government’s actions.…
Rosa Grilo, the widow of triathlete Luís Miguel Grilo, will testify in the court of Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal on Tuesday. The trial centers around the alleged planting of evidence in the house where Luís Grilo was murdered, with the defendants being former lawyer Tânia Reis and forensic expert João de Sousa. They are charged with the crime of personal favoritism, which carries the risk of imprisonment. The case gained significant attention in Portugal due to the mysterious circumstances…