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Ludens Machico conquers titles in BTT Duathlon

Ludens Machico – Hospital Particular da Madeira won the absolute regional titles in men's and women's categories at the Regional BTT Duathlon Championship, held on Sunday, September 13, at Chão da Lagoa, in Funchal. Rosa Martins and Bruno Freitas became the 2026 BTT regional champions, while Alícia Freitas, from Clube Desportivo Escola Santana, and José Vieira, from Clube Naval de São Vicente, finished in second place in their respective categories.

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dnoticias.pt14/09/26, 22:37

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Politics

  

President of Arroios Parish Council Resigned from Office for "Personal Reasons"

João Jaime Pires, president of the Arroios Parish Council in Lisbon and independent supported by PS, resigned from office citing "personal reasons". Pires, former director of Liceu Camões, had won the last local elections by taking the parish from PSD-CDS-PP, which was led by Madalena Natividade. Vítor Carvalho, previously a board member during Margarida Martins's leadership, now assumes leadership of the council.

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Olhares de Lisboa14/09/26, 21:37

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Business

  

Azores Agricultural Federation warns that diesel support is insufficient

The Azores Agricultural Federation announced that regional farmers will benefit from the 10 cents per liter support for agricultural diesel announced by the Republic's government, but warned that this amount is insufficient to meet the sector's needs. In a statement, the federation confirmed the application of the national support in the Azores, although without specifying which additional measures it considers necessary.

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jornalacores9.pt14/09/26, 20:26

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Business

  

Bahia Receives 123.5 Thousand International Tourists Through July

Bahia received 123.5 thousand international tourists between January and July 2026, a growth of 6.1% compared to the same period in 2025, according to a survey by Embratur in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and the Federal Police. The state maintains its leadership in the Northeast, surpassing Pernambuco, with 93 thousand visitors, and Ceará, with 69.5 thousand.

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oglobo14/09/26, 20:25

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Politics

  

PS/Açores says the school year started in a "lame" way

The leader of PS/Açores, during a visit to the António José de Ávila Basic School in Horta, criticized the start of the school year as having been "lame", stating that the functioning of Azorean schools is only possible thanks to the effort and dedication of the teaching staff.

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Observador14/09/26, 19:22

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Politics

  

PSD/Açores defends construction of new Basic Integrated School of Lagoa with gymnasium

PSD/Açores defended the need to build the new Basic Integrated School of Lagoa, including a gymnasium, warning that any alteration to the project could compromise the funding already secured through the Azores 2030 program, putting EU funds for the region at risk.

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Açoriano Oriental14/09/26, 19:12

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Business

  

Entrepreneurs defend evaluation of medical leave control in the Azores

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Ponta Delgada defended the need to evaluate the application of medical leave inspection mechanisms in the Azores, responding to concerns raised by various companies associated with the institution.

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Açoriano Oriental14/09/26, 19:10

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Entertainment

  

The Azores International Festival will bring music, theater, and cinema to the nine islands

The Azores International Festival will return in October and run until 2027 under the theme "The Land and the Dream," bringing music, theater, cinema, and training activities to the nine islands of the archipelago.

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Açoriano Oriental14/09/26, 19:06

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Incidents

  

'The Red Sahara Thief': South Zone residents report phone robberies with same characteristics in various neighborhoods

A motorcyclist using a red Honda Sahara is committing a series of phone robberies in South Zone neighborhoods of Rio, such as Ipanema, Leblon and Copacabana. The criminal approaches victims on a motorcycle, slaps their hand to grab the device and flees quickly. The latest case occurred on Tuesday (2), at the intersection of Visconde de Pirajá Avenue and Aníbal de Mendonça Street, in Ipanema, around 3pm, fleeing toward Lagoa. Residents report on social media that the same perpetrator would be behind previous incidents with the same characteristics.

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oglobo14/09/26, 19:05

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Entertainment

  

A Garota Não Joins the Island Women's Choir in "Unprecedented" Concert in the Azores

Musical artist A Garota Não will perform at the Coliseu Micaelense, in Ponta Delgada, in the Azores, on October 1st, in a joint concert with the Island Women's Choir, an event described as "unprecedented" and conceived within the framework of the Portuguese Capital of Culture 2026 program.

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Açoriano Oriental14/09/26, 19:04

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Politics

  

PS/Açores leader says school year started in a "lame" way

PS/Açores leader Francisco César considered that the school year started in a "lame" way in the region and warned about the constraints that continue to mark the functioning of schools in the archipelago.

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Açoriano Oriental14/09/26, 18:51

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Sports

  

Algarve Handball Super Cup goes to Lagoa Académico Clube

Lagoa Académico Clube won the Algarve Handball Association Super Cup in senior men's handball, defeating Casa da Cultura de Loulé 33-19 on 13 September at the Albufeira Basic and Secondary School Pavilion. The competition, part of Albufeira European City of Sport programme, marked the start of the 2026/2027 season. Attention now turns to the youth categories, with four trophies still to be contested on 19 and 20 September in the Under-16 and Under-18 divisions.

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Postal do Algarve14/09/26, 18:50

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Incidents

  

First Alert Dispatch — Porto, Amarante, Amarante (São Gonçalo), Madalena, Cepelos and Gatão

A first-level alert dispatch was issued for a brushfire in the parishes of São Gonçalo, Madalena, Cepelos and Gatão, in the municipality of Amarante, district of Porto. The firefighting effort involves 11 personnel, supported by one ground vehicle and one aerial asset.

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Fogos.pt — Incêndios ativos14/09/26, 18:06

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Politics

  

Two urgent debates mark parliamentary return in the Azores

The Legislative Assembly of the Azores resumes parliamentary work on Tuesday after the summer holidays, with two urgent debates scheduled - one about the productive sectors (agriculture and fisheries) and another about education, both proposed by the PS, the main opposition party. The parliamentary return marks the return of regional deputies to the chamber for the new legislative session.

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jornalacores9.pt14/09/26, 17:56

Politics

  

PS/Açores leader says school year started in a "lame" way

PS/Açores leader, Francisco César, criticized the start of the school year in the region, considering it went in a "lame" way, pointing out failures in the maintenance of school infrastructure, the absence of measures for the professionalization of teachers, and insufficient resources to ensure school materials for students.

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Correio da Manhã14/09/26, 17:17

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Politics

  

PS/Açores leader says school year started in a "limping" way

The leader of PS/Açores, Francisco César, criticized the start of the school year in the region, considering it started in a "limping" way due to constraints that continue to affect the functioning of schools. The socialist stated that the lack of maintenance in school infrastructure is a recurring complaint over the past six years, even in schools with recent facilities.

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jornalacores9.pt14/09/26, 17:05

Sports

  

Tiago Rafael wins national Sportbike title at 15 and dreams of big tracks

Tiago Rafael, a 15-year-old, became national Sportbike champion by winning nine consecutive races, securing pole positions and fastest laps throughout the season. In an interview with Jornal Nordeste, the pilot and his father revealed financial difficulties and the need for sponsorships so the dream of competing in more competitive championships can continue.

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Jornal Nordeste14/09/26, 17:00

Entertainment

  

Pedro Teixeira da Mota Acts in Funchal on December 28

Portuguese comedian Pedro Teixeira da Mota returns to Funchal to perform at the Congress Center on December 28, presenting his fourth solo stand-up comedy show, called 'Amanhã Não Está Certo'. The tour begins on November 6 in Vila Franca de Xira and continues until June 2027, covering the mainland, Madeira, the Azores, and an international stop in Luxembourg.

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dnoticias.pt14/09/26, 16:44

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Sports

  

Lagoa Académico Clube wins Algarve Handball Super Cup in Albufeira

Lagoa Académico Clube defeated Casa da Cultura de Loulé 33-19 to win the Algarve Handball Association Super Cup in senior men's handball at the Basic and Secondary School of Albufeira. The competition, part of the Albufeira European City of Sport programme, marked the start of the 2026/2027 season. Youth category competitions continue on September 19 and 20 at the same venue, with sub-16 and sub-18 trophies at stake.

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Jornal do Algarve14/09/26, 16:40

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Incidents

  

Lagoa firefighters get new firefighting vehicle

The Voluntary Firefighters of Lagoa received a new Forest Firefighting Vehicle (VFCI), an essential piece of equipment to reinforce the region's fire response capacity. This acquisition represents a significant investment for the corporation, allowing them to improve forest firefighting operations and better protect the local community.

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Algarve Marafado14/09/26, 15:58