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Ethiopian Airlines' New Portugal Route Set to Drive Continental Connectivity
Addis Ababa, July, 3, 2025 (ENA)—Ethiopian Airlines’ new Porto route is poised to strengthen continental links that go beyond Ethiopia–Portugal relations, fostering broader cooperation across various domains. In a colorful event attended by...

Research explores stories behind Mexican American communities in Southwest cities
New Mexico State University alumnus Jorge Hernandez is exploring the stories of place and space in Southwest cities through his research. Raised in Vado, New Mexico, Hernandez is now completing a Ph.D. in Spanish and Portuguese at the University...
Scientists discover microplastics in human semen, follicular fluid
By Kristen Rogers, CNN Microplastics are polymer fragments that range in size Photo: AFP/BEN STANSALL Scientists have detected microplastics - the tiny and pervasive fragments now found in our seas, drinking water, food and, increasingly, living...

US Military is polluting world more than nations like Sweden and Portugal
A new study led by Ryan Thombs of Penn State University and published in PLOS Climate on July 2 reveals that the US military is the world’s largest institutional emitter of greenhouse gases. The research underscores how the Department of Defense's...

F1 star Pierre Gasly’s girlfriend shares 4-word reaction on tragic death of Portugal’s Diego Jota
Alpine star Pierre Gasly's girlfriend, Francisca Cerqueira Gomes, better known as Kika Gomes, shared her sorrow at the tragic passing away of Portuguese soccer player Diogo Jota. Portuguese National Soccer team and Liverpool FC player Diogo Jota...

Lisbon mayor talks countywide building department during commissioners meeting
LISBON — Lisbon Mayor Peter Wilson talked to Columbiana County commissioners Wednesday about establishing a countywide building department. Wilson pointed out how the cities of Salem and Columbiana and the village of Leetonia all use Elevate...

“Portugal chose not to play Ronaldo” - Former IPL star’s scathing attack on India for resting Jasprit Bumrah in ENG vs IND 2025 2nd Test
Former South African pacer Dale Steyn slammed Team India for resting Jasprit Bumrah in the crucial second Test against England at Edgbaston. The 31-year-old bowled almost 44 overs in India's opening Test defeat at Leeds, prompting management to...

New Era for Portuguese Investors: Earn Mining Brings Instant Access to Profitable Cloud Mining
In recent years, Portugal has emerged as a thriving hub for cryptocurrency enthusiasts and smart investors. Many Portuguese citizens now seek innovative ways to grow their wealth beyond traditional stocks and real estate. Cloud mining has quickly...

EU ‘lagging behind’ on new approaches to research funding
EU countries and the European Commission aren’t experimenting enough with new ways to fund research, according to a member of the expert group advising the Commission on how to design the next Framework Programme. “EU countries are lagging behind...

TotalEnergies buys stake in AES’ renewables and divests Portugal assets
TotalEnergies has completed the acquisition of a 50% interest in the solar, wind and battery energy storage systems (BESS) portfolio of AES Dominicana Renewables Energy. This deal adds more than 1GW of contracted renewable projects to...

Sputnik Brasil Marks 10th Anniversary With BRICS Panel, Announces 24/7 Portuguese Radio Launch
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250703/sputnik-brasil-marks-10th-anniversary-with-brics-panel-announces-247-portuguese-radio-launch-1122390228.html Sputnik Brasil Marks 10th Anniversary With BRICS Panel, Announces 24/7 Portuguese Radio Launch Sputnik...

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to death of Portugal teammate Diogo Jota: ‘It doesn’t make sense’
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Diogo Jota: The diminutive Portuguese talent who made his name in the Premier League
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Portugal’s Record Heat Sparks Tsunami-Like Clouds
A dark, tsunami-like cloud formation swept across northern and central Portugal, coinciding with record-breaking heat that gripped the nation. This alarming weather phenomenon struck as temperatures soared, raising urgent questions about climate...

European hotels upbeat but face staffing, tech gaps
Nearly two-thirds of European accommodations expect their business to improve in the next six months, according to new research by Booking.com and Statista. The fifth edition of the European Accommodation Barometer, based on responses from 1,160...

Lightware announces distribution deal with SLS for Portugal
Sound and Light Systems (SLS) will distribute Lightware Visual Engineering's AV products, from extenders and matrix switchers to AVoIP technology, in Portugal Lightware Visual Engineering has announced a new partnership with Sound and Light...
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I thought I’d never go on a cruise – this adventurous voyage from Dakar to Lisbon changed my mind
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Diogo Jota dead: Liverpool and Portugal forward dies in car accident aged 28
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Deposit, drink, return: Lisbon is the first European capital with a citywide reusable cup scheme
Published on 03/07/2025 - 10:05 GMT+2 Every night, around 25,000 cups are used in Lisbon's entertainment areas. Although many cups are sold as "reusable", until now there was no system in place to ensure the effective collection, cleaning and...

‘We have lost two champions’: Portuguese Football Federation statement in full after deaths of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva
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