World Record Giant Sunfish is Heaviest Fish Ever Weighed-at 6,000 Pounds-and a 'Sign of Hope'
José Nuno Gomes-Pereira, the biologist that spotted the giant fish says its discovery is a sign of hope that these animals are still thriving.
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Portuguese Man Accidentally Finds 82-Foot-Long Dinosaur in His Backyard
During rennovations, the owner of the property in central Portugal noticed the presence of several fragments of fossilized bones in his yard.
Spain Generates 50% of its Power From Renewables in 2023, With Portugal Set to Hit 100%
Portugal beat a 9-year record when in March 2023, it generated 103% of its monthly energy consumption with renewable sources.
Firefighting Drone Can Douse Wildfires From Above the Hillsides Where Firefighters Can't Go
In a demonstration video, a pile of burning roadside brush the size of a 4-door sedan was snuffed out by the jets in about 15 seconds.
Gigatons of Carbon Could be Captured in Offshore Underwater Volcanoes: A Boon for Climate
Once in the bowels of this extinct volcano, calcium, magnesium, and iron react to and entrap the incoming carbon dioxide to form calcite.
Portugal Runs on 100% Renewables Dropping Consumer Electric Bills to Nearly Zero for 6 Days in a Row
In total, there were 149 hours of total renewables generation, 95 of which saw the Portuguese grid exporting to Spain
After COVID Cancels All Flights, One Man Sailed Solo Across the Atlantic to Reach His 90-Year-old Father
With international flights cancelled due to coronavirus, Juan Manuel Ballestero decided to sail home solo on 85-day odyssey across the Atlantic.
Portugal Preparing Several Billion-Dollar Clean Energy Projects for Post-Coronavirus Future
Portugal is aiming to leap out of their COVID-19 lockdown by launching a series of clean energy projects that could generate 5.5 billion Euro in investment.
Island Paradise Created for Digital Nomads is a Village With Free Wifi and Workspace
The Portuguese island of Madeira has created a digital nomad village so remote workers can live comfortably there.
Biggest Floating Solar Park in Europe Perfectly Integrates in Portugal Reservoir
Europe's biggest floating solar project is lounging on the surface of the largest artificial lake in Western Europe, powering 1,500 homes.
Watch This Adorable Little Portuguese Boy Console French Man
We're reminded of what amazing little acts of kindness can mean to strangers when this boy puts off celebrating to comfort a fan from the opposite team.
Posse of "Graffiti Grannies" Tag The Town Alongside Master Spray Painters
This bunch of seniors, armed with spray paint, turn bland walls into bright murals with their street art.
Most Charitable Athlete Gives â¬600K Champions League Bonus to Charity
There is a reason why Cristiano Ronaldo earned the title of most charitable athlete in the world last year-and he's proved his generosity again. The Portuguese footballer, who is considered the best soccer athlete in the world and plays for Spanish club Real Madrid, is donating his handsome bonus for winning the Champions League in […]
Soccer Superstar Helps Save Dozens of Dogs With the Stroke of a Pen
Cristiano Ronaldo isn't just an extraordinary football player – he's also got a big heart for charity.
Race Car Driver Gives Up Chance Of Winning in Order to Save a Dog
Carlos Matos sacrificed precious seconds during his race last month in order to save a dog in danger – and he did not regret his decision in the slightest.
Portugal Generated Enough Renewable Energy to Power the Country for an Entire Month
The record-breaking month equates to about 1.8 million tons of CO2 that were prevented from entering the atmosphere.
Goats: The Surprising Solution to Saving a Country From Wildfires
These herds of goats are being employed by the government as the cutest possible means of preventing wildfires.
Watch Dramatic Video of Surfer Potentially Breaking Record for Riding World's Biggest Wave
The 29-year-old daredevil still needs to submit evidence to officiators, but experts have expressed confidence that he succeeded in breaking the record.
14 Years After Decriminalizing Heroin, Here's What Portugal Looks Like
Since this country virtually eliminated punishment for illicit drugs 14 years ago, addiction rates have been cut in half.
Monthly Shot Brings New Hope, Cuts Cravings, for Recovering Addicts
A once-a-month shot dulls the euphoria from heroin and pharmaceutical opiates, helping addicts to stop their cravings.
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