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AI Is Killing the Internet We Knew. What Happens Next?
Until recently, the internet worked on a simple principle: websites publish content, search engines index it, and users click, read, and interact — generating traffic, revenue, and new life for websites.
23 hours ago3 min read


More Control — Less Cohesion? What Awaits Portugal in the New EU Budget 2028–2034
The European Commission has presented its draft Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034.
5 days ago3 min read


Why Rich Countries No Longer Want to Have Boys
Not long ago, the birth of a son was considered a blessing across cultures. Boys carried the family name, inherited the business, and symbolized continuity.
Jul 273 min read


Medway: The Swiss-Portuguese Rail Freight Powerhouse
Medway – Transportes & Logística, formerly CP Carga, is Portugal’s leading rail freight operator and the largest private rail logistics provider on the Iberian Peninsula.
Jul 183 min read


The History of 3D-Printed Housing: From Concept to Global Practice
3D printing in construction is no longer futuristic—it’s a rapidly maturing solution shaping the future of housing and infrastructure. Let’s explore how this revolutionary method evolved from research labs to real homes around the world.
Jul 154 min read


ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal: Portugal’s Airport Operator and VINCI Airports
ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal (Aeroportos e Navegação Aérea, S.A.) manages Portugal’s 10 main airports — from Lisbon and Porto to terminals in Madeira and the Azores. Established in 1998, ANA operates under a concession agreement valid until 2062
Jul 153 min read


Portuguese have low tolerance for pauses in conversations
Academic Erin Meyer, author of the book "The Culture Map", has said that, on average, Portuguese people can tolerate 2.5 seconds of silence before becoming uncomfortable, while other cultures can reach up to 10 seconds.
Jul 54 min read


The largest change to EU borders since the creation of the Schengen Zone
Europe’s EES launches a ‘passport in your pocket’ app, enabling non-EU travellers to upload passport information and selfies ahead of their arrival.
Jul 33 min read
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