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Almada's Water Management Raises Concerns
Politicsobservador27d ago

Almada's Water Management Raises Concerns

The management of water resources in Almada, Portugal, is highlighted as a potential problem, with concerns raised about municipalities overseeing not just supply but also the capture and reserves of this common resource.

DECO Demands Compensation for Water Shortages in Almada
Businessobservador1mo ago

DECO Demands Compensation for Water Shortages in Almada

The consumer protection association DECO is demanding compensation from SMAS de Almada for water supply failures, requesting measures such as tariff exemptions, extended payment deadlines, and priority for hospitals and nursing homes.

Almada Faces Low Water Supply Issues
Businessobservador1mo ago

Almada Faces Low Water Supply Issues

Almada is experiencing significantly low water supply levels, raising concerns about the region's water infrastructure. Residents are questioning if the situation reflects a 'third world' scenario regarding water access.

Culturepublico1mo ago

Karla da Silva Brings Samba de Roda to Portugal

Brazilian singer and composer Karla da Silva will perform samba de roda in Portugal, with two shows at the Festival de Almada and one at Casa do Capital, promising an intense and spiritual experience.

IL Blames PS and PCP for Water Shortage in Almada
Politicsobservador1mo ago

IL Blames PS and PCP for Water Shortage in Almada

The Iniciativa Liberal (IL) party has held the Socialist Party (PS) and the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) responsible for a water shortage in the municipality of Almada, which has led to a strategic reduction of water pressure overnight.

Culturepublico1mo ago

Ionesco's Theater Opens Almada Festival

The Almada Festival is set to begin on Saturday, featuring a performance on Sunday of 'Saudações,' three short texts by Franco-Romanian playwright Ionesco, directed by Álvaro Correia.

Culturepublico2mo ago

Cultural Events and Festivals Highlight Week in Portugal

This week in Portugal features various cultural events including the Temps d’Images festival in Lisbon, Imaginarius in Santa Maria da Feira, and Capuchos in Almada, alongside a tribute to Marilyn at Batalha and the premiere of the opera 'Por Todos Nós' at Teatro Aberto.

Multiple Fatal Construction Accidents Reported Globally
Worldtvn24publicoobservador+2klix-ban1-bih3mo ago5 sources

Multiple Fatal Construction Accidents Reported Globally

Several fatal accidents have occurred at construction sites in different countries, including Portugal, Bosnia, and Poland. Incidents involved workers being buried, run over by a truck, or crushed by falling elements.

Selva Almada's New Novel Explores Abandoned Homes
Culturela-vanguardia4mo ago

Selva Almada's New Novel Explores Abandoned Homes

Argentine writer Selva Almada discusses her new novel, which explores the story of an abandoned house and its disappeared owners, posing the question: 'How much of the tenants remains in the houses?'

Urgência em Almada arranca sem data marcada
Healthobservador5mo ago

Urgência em Almada arranca sem data marcada

Ana Paula Martins recuou na previsão de março para a urgência regional da Península de Setúbal. Arranque depende das escalas conjuntas dos hospitais de Almada, Barreiro e Setúbal.

Political Drama Unfolds in Almada Municipal Assembly
Cultureobservador20d ago

Political Drama Unfolds in Almada Municipal Assembly

A political drama is unfolding in Almada, Portugal, involving the municipal assembly, where discussions have touched upon issues like sewage in kitchens and the concept of 'non-existent people' in relation to the local government.

Water Supply Cuts Announced in Almada, Portugal
Worldobservador28d ago

Water Supply Cuts Announced in Almada, Portugal

Several areas in Almada, including Pragal, Cacilhas, Ramalha, and Cova da Piedade, will experience water supply cuts starting at 10 PM, despite new boreholes injecting more water into the public network.

French Heatwave Strains Water Supply and Hospitals
Worldle-mondepublicoobservador+2dnevnik-bgrnz1mo ago5 sources

French Heatwave Strains Water Supply and Hospitals

A third heatwave in France has significantly increased water consumption, putting severe strain on supply networks and turning unprepared hospitals into overheated environments. Meanwhile, residents in Ōamaru, New Zealand, are urged to conserve water for several more days.

Almada Faces Water Crisis Amidst Planning Failures
Politicspublicoobservador1mo ago2 sources

Almada Faces Water Crisis Amidst Planning Failures

Almada is experiencing a severe water crisis, with debates focusing on what failed in planning and management. Local authorities and the government are working against the clock to address the unexpected water shortage.

War games and empty wallets: fuel prices rising?
Worldobservador1mo ago

War games and empty wallets: fuel prices rising?

O fim do cessar-fogo entre EUA e Irão vai fazer o depósito arder com o regresso da inflação. E ainda, o "tau-tau" da UE pela má reciclagem, a sina do carro em Lisboa e a sede por desleixo em Almada.

Bus Incident in Sintra Kills Two, Injures Over 25
Worldobservador1mo ago

Bus Incident in Sintra Kills Two, Injures Over 25

Two people died and more than 25 were injured in a bus incident in Sintra, Portugal. The article also briefly mentions water shortages in Almada and internal struggles within the Chega political party.

Almada Faces Water Supply Crisis
Worldobservador1mo ago

Almada Faces Water Supply Crisis

The municipality of Almada is experiencing a severe water supply crisis, leading to the creation of a crisis cabinet and efforts to drill new wells to restore full service, with many areas still without water.

Massive Anti-Government Protest in Tirana Demands PM Rama's Resignation
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianDW+13vgmorgunbladidThe Independentindex-hrn1-serbiaobservadordnevnik-bgnaftemporiki+5 more1mo ago16 sources

Massive Anti-Government Protest in Tirana Demands PM Rama's Resignation

Thousands of Albanians participated in a large anti-government protest in Tirana, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The demonstration, which included clashes with police and damage to a police station, marked the 35th day of protests against the government.

Almada Reports Water Supply Failures, SMAS Cites High Consumption
Businessobservador1mo ago

Almada Reports Water Supply Failures, SMAS Cites High Consumption

The municipality of Almada, Portugal, is experiencing water supply failures, particularly in Costa da Caparica, Sobreda, and Capuchos. The local water service (SMAS) attributes the issue to consumption exceeding capture capacity and promises a new bore by the end of July.

Environmentpublico4mo ago

Landslides in Almada, Portugal, Lead to House Demolitions

Landslides in Azinhaga dos Formozinhos, Almada, Portugal, have resulted in several houses being condemned and slated for demolition. Residents affected by the disaster have criticized the Almada municipality for a perceived lack of communication regarding the situation.

Hong Kong campsite operator who murdered ‘alien’ girlfriend jailed for life
WorldSCMP4mo ago

Hong Kong campsite operator who murdered ‘alien’ girlfriend jailed for life

A Hong Kong campsite operator has been convicted of murdering his live-in girlfriend four years ago and sentenced to life imprisonment, after telling police he believed she was an alien, with the judge describing the killing as a “vicious, brutal and savage attack and murder”. A High Court jury of four men and three women unanimously found Tang Lung-fai, 56, guilty of causing the death of Fok Sin-yee, 38, who was also known as Maggie, on or about April 14, 2022. Madam Justice Susana D’Almada...

Healthpublico5d ago

Almada Water Services Assure Public Water Safety

The Municipal Water and Sanitation Services of Almada, Portugal, have issued a statement guaranteeing that the water distributed through the public network remains compliant with legal quality parameters for human consumption.

Almada Extends Water Restrictions Through August Amid High Temperatures
Businesspublicoobservador12d ago2 sources

Almada Extends Water Restrictions Through August Amid High Temperatures

The municipality of Almada, Portugal, has prolonged its state of alert and conditioned water supply until the end of August. Despite increasing water reserves, the decision is justified by rising temperatures and an influx of tourists to the beaches, maintaining pressure on consumption.

Almada Investigates Death of Toddler Forgotten in Car
Worldobservador19d ago

Almada Investigates Death of Toddler Forgotten in Car

Almada authorities are seeking to ascertain the facts surrounding the death of an 18-month-old girl who was reportedly forgotten in a car for seven hours and did not enter her daycare, despite records indicating otherwise.

Investigation into Baby's Death in Almada, Portugal
Worldobservador20d ago

Investigation into Baby's Death in Almada, Portugal

An investigation is underway into the death of an 18-month-old baby who was reportedly forgotten in a daycare car in Almada, Portugal, sparking a new controversy with the Ministry of Internal Administration.

The Decline of Portuguese Art
Cultureobservador21d ago

The Decline of Portuguese Art

An opinion piece expresses concern over the current state of Portuguese art, suggesting it has worsened significantly since the perceived decline during Almada Negreiros' time.

Water Supply Cuts Affect 21 Locations in Almada, Portugal
Worldpublicoobservador27d ago2 sources

Water Supply Cuts Affect 21 Locations in Almada, Portugal

Successive failures in water supply have been reported in Almada, Portugal, particularly in Costa de Caparica, leading the municipal council to declare an alert situation and implement nighttime cuts in 21 localities including Charneca da Caparica, Trafaria, and Porto Brandão.

Water Crisis Leads to Supply Cuts in Almada, Portugal
Healthpublicoobservador1mo ago2 sources

Water Crisis Leads to Supply Cuts in Almada, Portugal

Six localities in the municipality of Almada, Portugal, will experience overnight water cuts due to a water crisis, prompting the city council to close swimming pools and restrict access to several municipal spaces.

Almada Residents Report Air Conditioning Failures in Health Units
Politicsobservador1mo ago

Almada Residents Report Air Conditioning Failures in Health Units

Residents in Almada, Portugal, are reporting issues with air conditioning systems in local Family Health Units (USF), despite a public tender in July 2025 for HVAC installation. The city council assures repairs, but the Users' Commission denies progress, with half of USFs admitting inadequate climate control.

Water Supply Restored in Almada After Rupture
Environmentobservador1mo ago

Water Supply Restored in Almada After Rupture

A rupture in the water supply system in Almada, Portugal, which left six localities without water for several days, has been repaired. The water utility SMAS de Almada stated that supply is being gradually restored to affected areas.

New Portuguese Film Club Opens in Almada
Cultureobservador3mo ago

New Portuguese Film Club Opens in Almada

CineCarochas, a new film club, is set to open on May 21st in Almada, featuring a Portuguese cinema cycle with sessions for all ages, along with colloquiums and workshops dedicated to the seventh art.

Body of Missing French Swimmer Found Off Batz-sur-Mer
Worldle-mondenzzle-figaro+6SCMPpolitikenobservadorstraits-timesrfi-englishnz-herald4mo ago9 sources

Body of Missing French Swimmer Found Off Batz-sur-Mer

The body of a 16-year-old swimmer, who went missing off the coast of Batz-sur-Mer on February 25, has been recovered on March 14, concluding an extensive search operation.