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Former Navy sergeant-turned-Facebook-paedophile skips jail term

Presented as another case of justice according to who you are, not what you have done, Portuguese media has highlighted the “soft treatment” of a former naval sergeant condemned to five-and-a-half years in jail for the abuse of young girls while

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Four women die in one horrific week of domestic violence in Portugal

In a truly horrendous week for domestic violence, Portugal’s toll of women killed by violent partners reached four.

The latest victim, just like one of the others (see:

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CR7: “World’s best player” shows his worst possible side

The responsibility of being the world’s best football player proved too much for Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday when he spectacularly lost his head, punching one player and kicking another.

The three-times winner of the Ballon d’Or now

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Portugal’s coalition “deadpan” over Greek election results

Carefully measuring their words, Portugal’s PSD and CDS coalition parties have been the first to comment on the Greek election victory of the anti-austerity Syriza party - making sure to stress that Greece is not Portugal.

Among messages

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Hillingdon Hospital seeks 50 Portuguese nurses

Already featured by The Sunday Times as "more caring" than their UK counterparts, Portuguese nurses are once again being actively recruited by a British hospital.

This time it is the Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London.

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Cold-blooded Lagoa murderer goes down for 21 years

The family of a Lagoa man brutally attacked in his office before being shot mercilessly in the head at last saw justice done in a Portimão courtroom on Friday.

José “Quebra Telha” Ganhão, the man who had come to call their loved one “

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As dust settles on judge’s findings, McCann €1.2 million “libel win” looks distinctly shaky

It took some hours for the much-awaited “reading of the proven facts” to come through last week - and even then newspapers here and abroad got it wrong.

In Britain, the Daily Express ran with the headline: “Kate and Gerry McCann win court

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Gulbenkian Museum hailed as one of Europe’s "must-see" art hubs

Magazine || Lisbon’s Calouste Gulbenkian Museum has been hailed as one of ‘the European museums and art galleries worthy of a visit’.

Featuring a list of 17 top art hubs, the Spanish edition of Condé Nast Traveller highlights the museum

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Authorities (finally) begin dredging work in Guadiana

Navigation || After decades on the back burner, a project to carry out vital dredging work in the Guadiana River has finally moved forwards.

The work, which will cost around €723,000 in its first stage, began shortly after New Year. The

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News from Portugal

Portugal’s bullfighting bulls in increasingly hot demand
Portugal’s bullfighting bulls in increasingly hot demand

In a week in which movie theatres revealed business in Portugal is almost at rock bottom, Portugal’s bullfighting federation has come out crowing that its bloodthirsty sport has never had it so good.

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Former Navy sergeant-turned-Facebook-paedophile skips jail term
Former Navy sergeant-turned-Facebook-paedophile skips jail term
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Presented as another case of justice according to who you are, not what you have done,...

Four women die in one horrific week of domestic violence in Portugal
Four women die in one horrific week of domestic violence in Portugal
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In a truly horrendous week for domestic violence, Portugal’s toll of women killed by violent...

CR7: “World’s best player” shows his worst possible side
CR7: “World’s best player” shows his worst possible side
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The responsibility of being the world’s best football player proved too much for Cristiano...

Portugal’s coalition “deadpan” over Greek election results
Portugal’s coalition “deadpan” over Greek election results
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Carefully measuring their words, Portugal’s PSD and CDS coalition parties have been the first to...

Hillingdon Hospital seeks 50 Portuguese nurses
Hillingdon Hospital seeks 50 Portuguese nurses
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Already featured by The Sunday Times as "more caring" than their UK counterparts, Portuguese...

Cold-blooded Lagoa murderer goes down for 21 years
Cold-blooded Lagoa murderer goes down for 21 years
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The family of a Lagoa man brutally attacked in his office before being shot mercilessly in the...

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Tourism chief calls for “more money” to promote Algarve
Tourism chief calls for “more money” to promote Algarve

The government is going to have to channel more money into the Algarve if it wants the region to continue thriving...
Food
Olive oil chocolate mousse
Olive oil chocolate mousse

Chocolate mousse is, without a doubt, one of the most simple and delicious desserts, but understanding a few simple...
Premieres (trailers)
American Sniper
American Sniper

22 January, 2015

Directed by: Clint Eastwood; Starring: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Kyle Gallner; Genre...
Community
Free boot camp for all levels in Vilamoura
Free boot camp for all levels in Vilamoura

A challenging but fun outdoor boot camp for all fitness levels is being held in Vilamoura this month – and what’s...
Health
Cardiovascular risk evaluation
Cardiovascular risk evaluation

Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of disability and premature death worldwide.

The fundamental issue...
Sport
Olhanense capitulate

With just 17 players to select from, manager Jorge Paixão had very few options as Olhanense travelled to Lisbon for...
Companies
EXCLUSIVE - Apolónia invests €9 million in Lagoa supermarket

It started as a mini-market on the outskirts of Almancil but now the family-run Apolónia Supermarkets chain is one...
Motoring
Ford Ecosport - Getting in the mix

The Ecosport is Ford’s first attempt at a compact crossover. Did they get it right or should you just buy a Fiesta...
Wine
Maria de Lourdes - A premium white from Douro
Maria de Lourdes - A premium white from Douro

There are some good bargains to be had at Apolónia Supermarket’s Stock-off sale that runs until the end of this...