Portugal

Country in Southwestern Europe

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Portugal, officially the Portuguese Republic, is a country located on the Iberian Peninsula, in Southwestern Europe, and whose territory also includes the Macaronesian archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira. It features the westernmost point in continental Europe, its mainland west and south border with the North Atlantic Ocean and in the north and east, the Portugal-Spain border constitutes the longest uninterrupted border-line in the European Union. Its archipelagos form two autonomous regions with their own regional governments. In the mainland, Alentejo region occupies the biggest area but is one of the regions in Europe with a lower population density. Lisbon is the capital and largest city by population, being also the main spot for tourists alongside Porto and Algarve.

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Portugal: 50 years after the revolution, are the carnations wilting? 25 April, 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of Portugal's Carnation Revolution. It ended 50 years of dictatorship and began an era of democracy. The milestone is celebrated as the political landscape.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:54Published 5 days ago

Solar Eclipse 2024: Visuals Reveal Unforgettable Moment of Nature's Marvel Across America \| Oneindia The recent solar eclipse event concluded, with the partial eclipse phase wrapping up across all land areas. NASA predicts the next total solar eclipse in 2026 over Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 1 week ago

Portugal’s centre-right wins election despite surging populists fighting for government Head of the centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition Luis Montenegro led his party to victory, while the left continue to cling onto political sway within parliament. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:02Published on March 21, 2024

8 Countries with Lower Cost of Living Options 8 Countries with Lower Cost of Living Options. KindaFrugal.com recently offered some tips for readers looking to relocate abroad due to the increasing cost of housing, healthcare and other.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:31Published on March 18, 2024

Brussels, my love? Can EU capitals club together to defend defence? In this edition, panelists ponder strengthening militaries, and discuss elections in Russia and Portugal. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 32:30Published on March 16, 2024

50th anniversary of Portugal's Carnation Revolution 'tainted' by far-right's historic 'inroads' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:11Published on March 11, 2024

Portugal faces uncertainty after knife-edge election Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:30Published on March 11, 2024

Portugal swings to the right in election marked by populist surge Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:49Published on March 11, 2024

The far-right surges but it's too close to call Portugal's election With almost all the votes counted, the centre-right DA party and centre-left SP party are almost equal whilst the far-right Chega party gain third place. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:31Published on March 10, 2024

Polls open in Portugal’s general election Polls opened in Portugal's general election on Sunday, with mainstream moderates trying to keep populists at bay. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on March 10, 2024

Meet the couple who travelled Europe to learn eco skills and are now putting down roots in Italy Their adventures in France and Portugal taught 'Growing Greener' how to create an eco-lodge built around nature, sharing and community. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:29Published on March 9, 2024

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Scotland to face South Africa & Australia in autumn Scotland will play world champions South Africa as well as Australia, Fiji and Portugal in this year's Autumn Nations Series. BBC Sport - Published on March 19, 2024
England? Scotland? Portugal? Livramento's tough decision Tino Livramento sits down with Caroline de Moraes to discuss his early career choice, options at international level and being the second Tino to play for Newcastle United. BBC Sport - Published on March 16, 2024

Relive Pepe’s controversial moments as Porto face Arsenal Arsenal play Porto in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday. The Portuguese side's defender Pepe is infamous for his controversial behaviour - here are some of the lowlights. BBC Sport - Published on March 12, 2024
Portugal election on a knife edge as far-right support soars Portugal's political future rests on a knife edge after the country's centre-left and centre-right parties ended up neck and neck in a parliamentary election. Sky News - Published on March 11, 2024
Build-up to Rangers' Europa League last-16 tie at Benfica Rangers play the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie with Portuguese hosts Benfica. Follow radio and text coverage. BBC Sport - Published on March 7, 2024

Murley bags hat-trick as England A thump Portugal Harlequins wing Cadan Murley scores a hat-trick in England A's 15-try 91-5 demolition of Portugal at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. BBC Sport - Published on February 25, 2024
Rangers to face Benfica in Europa League last 16 Rangers are drawn against Portuguese champions Benfica in the last 16 of the Europa League. BBC Sport - Published on February 23, 2024
GB's Renshall clinches second Grand Prix judo title Great Britain's Lucy Renshall wins her second Grand Prix title with victory in Portugal. BBC Sport - Published on January 27, 2024
Prendergast replaces Ahern in Ireland training squad Connacht back row Cian Prendergast replaces Tom Ahern in Ireland's training squad for the pre-Six Nations camp in Portugal. BBC Sport - Published on January 23, 2024

Medvedev 'made to run' on way to Australian quarters Third seed Daniil Medvedev is pushed by Portugal's Nuno Borges but comes through in four sets to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals. BBC Sport - Published on January 22, 2024
Skivington to coach England A against Portugal Gloucester Rugby head coach George Skivington will take charge of England men's A team when they play Portugal in February. BBC Sport - Published on January 10, 2024
Karni Sena chief Gogamedi murder plotter heading to North America via Europe? Two days after the arrest of two shooters in Jaipur for killing Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi, gangster Rohit Godara, the alleged mastermind, has been found "shuttling between" Portugal and Azerbaijan... IndiaTimes - Published on December 12, 2023	Charlton's 1966 semi-final shirt sold for £59,000 The shirt he wore during the World Cup semi-final win over Portugal sells for just under £60,000. BBC Sport - Published on November 14, 2023
Pepe becomes oldest Champions League goalscorer Portugal defender Pepe become the oldest goalscorer in Champions League history as his late header helps Porto beat Royal Antwerp. BBC Sport - Published on November 7, 2023	Portugal's prime minister resigns amid corruption investigation Portugal's prime minister has announced his resignation after he was caught up in a corruption investigation. Sky News - Published on November 7, 2023
Sir Bobby's 1966 semi-final shirt up for auction The shirt he wore during England's win over Portugal is expected to fetch tens of thousands of pounds. BBC Sport - Published on November 3, 2023	EAM Jaishankar meets Portugal PM; discusses contemporary challenges External affairs minister S Jaishankar has discussed contemporary challenges with Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa and appreciated his guidance for the further development of India-Portugal.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 1, 2023
EAM Jaishankar holds 'productive talks' with Portuguese counterpart India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, held productive talks with his Portuguese counterpart, Joao Cravinho, during his visit to Portugal. They discussed progress in bilateral economic.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 31, 2023	External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to visit Portugal, Italy from Tuesday India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, will visit Portugal and Italy to strengthen bilateral ties. During his visit to Portugal, he will meet with his counterpart to discuss various issues... IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2023
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Australia keep knockout hopes alive with Portugal win Australia keep their slim hopes of reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals alive with a win over Portugal in their final Pool C match. BBC Sport - Published on October 1, 2023	Rea third as Bautista takes Superbike win in Portimao Jonathan Rea finishes third in the first World Superbike race of the weekend at Portimao in Portugal as Alvaro Bautista extends his championship lead by taking victory. BBC Sport - Published on September 30, 2023
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Wales refuse to be Nice guys for Portugal clash There is a late summer holiday feel to Nice but Wales will be determined to avoid becoming a World Cup upset statistic against Portugal. BBC Sport - Published on September 15, 2023	Anscombe beats World Cup curse to face Portugal Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe admits he thought his World Cup injury curse had struck again as he prepares to face Portugal. BBC Sport - Published on September 15, 2023

Portugal

Country in Southwestern Europe

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