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EU Parliament Rejects “Veggie Burger Ban” But Cracks Down on Non-Dairy Naming
The controversial vote prompted activists and organizations across Europe — including several in Portugal — to take a public stand.
Reflector #11: dEUS – “The Soft Fall”
dUES frontman Tom Barman has been often spotted in Bairro Alto and has found his own base in Sesimbra.
New Covid Restrictions: 3-Month Obligatory Mask Use, No Travel Outside Concelhos Oct 30-Nov 3
Masks will now be required in public outdoor spaces, and if you get caught without one, you will pay a hefty fine.
Possible Web Summit Contract Breach Causes Portuguese Press to Lose Minds.
Could this be the end of the Lisbon-hosted Web Summit?
Momentous Eventus: October 23-30, and beyond.
There’s lots of leisurely stuff going on, so we’re here with the highlights. COVID might make it all a mess, so be cautious and check for updates before you go.
Portuguese Landlord Association Claims 59% Rate of Rent Payment Defaults. How Reliable Is The Study?
Survey results indicate landlords are hurting, but that’s only one side of the story.
Reflector #10: Babyshambles – “Fireman”
In July 2006, Pete Doherty picked Lisbon to stay in a rehab clinic to try and solve his infamous drug abuse problem.
Portugal is Stuck Between a Rock (U.S.) and a Hard Place (China)
The U.S.-China trade war has put Portugal in a tight spot, and managing relations with the two economic titans is a matter of national debate.
16 of the 17 Moroccan migrants who escaped from a holding facility in Tavira have been located and are awaiting expulsion
One individual remains missing as a SEF investigation confirms a new illegal immigration route from Morocco.
Momentous Eventus, October 16-23
Drive-in movies, a Van Gogh cornucopia, luxurious jazz and sustainable soul food are some of the things you can do in the next week. Be safe, and be courteous!
New COVID Restrictions in Portugal as of October 14
You can still eat out, meet people, go places, and there aren no curfews — but there are new limits.