Tuesday, 8 September
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The professional school Prepara Portugal is hosting a free conference in Porto on September 12 regarding immigrant professionalization, AI, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship. The event includes a contest for innovative projects with prizes up to 3,000 euros and a graduation ceremony for recent students.
A court ruling has authorized the return of 19-year-old student Kauê Matos to Portugal, following his earlier deportation. Despite the decision, the student remains in Brazil due to trauma and concerns over safety as the school year is about to begin.
The Viana do Castelo municipality warned that a fake email address (luisnobre342@gmail.com) is being used to impersonate Mayor Luís Nobre. Recipients are advised not to open links or attachments, to delete the messages, and to report them as fraud.
A fact-check by SIC Verifica confirms that a viral image claiming Brazilian immigrants are driving up crime in Portugal is a fake, fabricated news report. Official statistics from the 2025 Annual Internal Security Report (RASI) show no correlation between nationality and crime trends, noting that the reported 3.1% rise in general crime is primarily due to increased police activity and enforcement rather than an increase in violent crime.
A teacher convicted of making homophobic comments received a suspended sentence, provided he pays 500 euros in compensation to the ILGA Portugal association.
The "Not Alone. Not Anymore" movement is hosting a free picnic for immigrant women on September 12 at 15:00 in Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon. Participants are asked to bring a blanket, food or drinks to share, and their own cups; children are welcome.
The University Institute of Lisbon (Iscte) has launched an online survey aiming to reach 1,000 immigrants from CPLP countries to map experiences of discrimination and xenophobia in Portugal.
Born in Portimão to Ukrainian parents, Pedro is currently not recognized as a citizen by either Portugal or Ukraine, leaving him in a legal limbo as he awaits official recognition of his stateless status.
The University of Coimbra currently hosts over 3,000 students from Brazil, primarily in law programs. The institution reports a record high of international students overall, representing 120 nationalities, with a focus on increasing future enrollment from other Portuguese-speaking African countries.
The Russian Embassy in Portugal confirmed that the 'Russian House' in Lisbon has ceased operations due to the deterioration of bilateral relations. This closure follows broader European scrutiny regarding centers accused of promoting Kremlin influence and propaganda.
The first round of Brazilian presidential elections takes place on 4 October 2026, with polling stations in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro open from 8:00 to 17:00. Voters must have already transferred their electoral title to Portugal to participate, and must present an official photo ID (such as a passport) or the e-Título app to vote. Voting is mandatory for literate Brazilians aged 18 to 70; those unable to vote must justify their absence by 3 December 2026 for the first round, or by 8 January 2027 for a potential second round on 25 October.
Following the devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet on August 26, the death toll has reached 1,280 with 5,624 people missing. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Lisbon confirmed that four Portuguese citizens are among the missing: three in Nepal and one in Tibet.
Fraudsters are impersonating the parish priest of Vila Chã, in Vila do Conde, to solicit urgent bank transfers from parishioners. The priest has issued a formal warning on the parish's Facebook page advising people not to send money, and the GNR is investigating the scam.
A new study indicates that more than half of children and adolescents in Portugal encountered hate speech online over the past year.
The Lisbon Business and Government School (LBGS), the Polytechnic University of Tomar (UPT), and the Kyiv Aviation Institute (KAI) have formed the Institute for Democracy and Resilience. The initiative offers joint degree programs for Ukrainian students displaced by the war, allowing them to study in their native language in Portugal, and establishes a research center for drone technology based in Tomar and Mafra.
The PAN party has publicly opposed an ICNF decision to authorize the culling of deer in Bragança, intended to address crop damage caused to chestnut orchards. The party argues that alternative preventative measures, such as fencing and acoustic deterrents, should be used instead of lethal methods and plans to question the government on the criteria used.
Between July 27 and September 25, the PSP is conducting its annual 'Solidarity Has No Age' operation to assist elderly citizens. So far, they have identified 284 individuals, 182 of whom are in vulnerable conditions, including lack of autonomy, isolation, or potential abuse.
Following recent violent incidents in Porto's nightlife area, the PSP conducted an operation on Saturday resulting in two arrests and 21 identifications. The police action targeted individuals suspected of crimes, including assaults on tourists, and resulted in seven people being formally charged (arguidos).
The REPMUS 2026 military exercise begins today at the Navy’s Operational Experimentation Centre in Tróia. The event involves over 1,500 personnel from 36 navies, including Ukraine, and focuses on maritime drone experimentation and research.
Several cities are hosting events for Brazil's Independence Day (September 7), including celebrations in Porto on September 7 (Parque da Cidade), Braga on September 12 (Parque da Ponte), Aveiro on September 6 (Parque Infante Dom Pedro), and Oeiras from September 4 to 13. Events feature free admission and range from music and gastronomy to workshops on immigration and real estate.
A new platform, LinkBR, has been launched by entrepreneurs Ana Paula and Alessandro Pereira to connect Brazilian service providers and businesses with customers in Portugal. The platform currently lists over 60 partners and aims to serve both the Brazilian diaspora and the wider Portuguese public.
The new judicial year in Portugal begins with high-profile trials, including four police officers accused of torture at the Rato police station in Lisbon and two officers from the PSP in Olhão accused of the homicide of a Moroccan man.
The Brazilian artist Príncipe do Gueto is participating in the 10th edition of the Festival Política in Lisbon, which focuses on themes of immigration, inequality, and belonging as part of the commemorations for the 50th anniversary of the Portuguese Constitution.
The GNR discovered 31 foreign workers housed in inadequate conditions in Bombarral. The property owner was ordered to provide alternative accommodation within 24 hours, and four of the workers were notified to leave the country voluntarily.
The article analyzes various legislative approaches to gender identity in Europe, noting that only 7 of 22 European countries allow for civil registry changes to name and gender without medical validation. It highlights the contrast with more progressive frameworks, such as in Luxembourg, where judicial authorization allows minors under five to change their gender.