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Portugal has half a million pending nationality applications
The Portugal News
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In the debate on the nationality law in parliament, the minister explained that "last year, naturalization applications from foreigners based on residence increased fivefold compared to 2015 and tripled compared to 2021". "We currently have...
Speeding Likely Cause of Diogo Jota’s Fatal Crash – Spanish Police
The Nigerian Voice
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Spanish police have revealed that excessive speed was the likely cause of the tragic accident that claimed the lives of Liverpool and Portugal star, Diogo Jota, and his younger brother, Andre Silva, on July 3, 2025. According to an update from the...
Ireland pass tough Georgian test in torrential rain but Jacob Stockdale emerges as doubt for Portugal clash
Irish Independent
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When Tommy O’Brien marked his international debut with two tries inside the opening ten minutes, a deathly silence fell over the Mikheil Meskhi Stadium, where it looked as though a young Ireland team had as good as ended the contest.It didn’t...
Liverpool, Portugal Players Pay Respect to Diogo Jota and His Brother at Funeral
Fox Sports
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July 5, 2025
Players from Liverpool and Portugal's national team joined family and friends for the funeral of their teammate Diogo Jota and his brother on Saturday, two days after the siblings died in a car crash in Spain. Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk...
Portuguese Prime Minister pays respects to Diogo Jota at Liverpool star's wake
Liverpool Echo
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July 4, 2025
The Prime Minister of Portugal has arrived to pay his respects at the wake of Diogo Jota. 28-year-old Jota died alongside his brother Andre Silva following a crash on the A-52 in Palacios de Sanabria near the city of Zamora at 12.40am on Thursday....
The 2026 Lexus RZ is finally a relevant premium EV
Driving
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July 8, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Reviews First Drives Vehicle types Electric Vehicles Luxury Vehicles Substantially reworked for a mid-cycle refresh, the 2026 RZ gets competitive with Korea Published Jul 08, 2025 • Last updated 8 minutes ago • 9 minute read...
Mayor of Lagoa calls foreigners to vote
The Portugal News
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With years of experience in local politics, Luís Encarnação believes that the participation of foreign residents in Portugal in the local elections is important for their integration, especially the ones that come for work and aid the local...
Rowdies continue bringing world-class soccer teams to Tampa Bay
St. Pete Catalyst - Florida
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July 8, 2025
A 121-year-old Portuguese soccer team spent a month at a training facility in Tampa before traveling to Miami for its opening match in the FIFA Club World Cup in late June. SL Benfica, one of the “Big Three” clubs in Portugal’s Primeira Liga...
Diogo Jota and Andre Silva Laid to Rest in Portugal
The Liverpool Offside
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July 5, 2025
The family and loved ones of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva held a funeral and mass for the brothers on Saturday in Portugal. The service, which took place at Igreja Matriz de Gondomar, was attended by many of players and staff from Liverpool Football...
Opinion: How Irish deep tech can lead on defence innovation
Silicon Republic
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July 8, 2025
Fintan Buckley, CEO of smart satellite company Ubotica, gives his take on how the deep-tech sector can boost defence without compromising Irish neutrality. Ireland’s military neutrality is a cornerstone of our national identity. It’s a legacy...
Portugal rose and sang for Diogo Jota as they declared their love for Liverpool's No 20 - the epitome of who they are as a nation, writes TARA ANSON-WALSH
Daily Mail
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July 4, 2025
They moved through the streets in silence, placards held high declaring their love for Liverpool’s No 20. The drummer at the front of the troop refrained from using his instrument and the people refrained from using their voices. There were no...
President Tinubu Mourns Late Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai
Arise News
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July 4, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has expressed great sadness at the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, who was 61. The President, in a statement issued on Thursday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, condoled...
Chelsea completed £237m transfers for a new goalkeeper, Cucurella alternative and bargain striker
Football London
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July 8, 2025
Chelsea named a 24-man travelling squad for the Club World Cup in June. That came just a few days after the mini transfer window shut and formed the entirety of Enzo Maresca's group stage options. Four more flew out separately from international...
Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 5, 2025
Millions of people are set to travel to Spain this summer - here is everything you need to know for your next holiday to Spain... Spain ranks among the world's most popular holiday destinations. The country is known for its Mediterranean climate...
Tributes As Liverpool Star, Diogo Jota, Brother Andre Are Buried In Portugal
Sahara Reporters
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Liverpool and Portugal forward, Diogo Jota, and his brother, Andre, were laid to rest on Saturday in their hometown, just days after the pair died in a car crash that shocked the football world. Jota, 28, and Andre Silva, 25, were killed on...
Irish criminals top tier of international organised crime, Interpol organised crime chief reveals
The Journal
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July 5, 2025
LAST UPDATE | 1 hr ago IRISH CRIMINALS ARE at the top tier of international organised crime, a senior Interpol official has said. This morning, at Haulbowline Naval Base in Cork, Irish and international agencies involved in Operation Piano, the...
Revealed: Cristiano Ronaldo's 'message to Diogo Jota's wife and parents' after the Liverpool star's tragic death - before missing Portugal team-mate's funeral
Daily Mail
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July 5, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly told Diogo Jota's wife that he will always be there for them following the Liverpool star's tragic death. The Portugal legend is said to have spoken with Rute Cardoso as well as Jota's parents to assure the family...
Liverpool and Portugal players join family at funeral for Diogo Jota and brother
Sportsnet
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July 5, 2025
GONDOMAR, Portugal (AP) — Players from Liverpool and Portugal's national team joined family and friends for the funeral of their teammate Diogo Jota and his brother on Saturday, two days after the siblings died in a car crash in Spain. Liverpool...
Viktor Gyokeres breaks silence as £69m Arsenal transfer talks accelerate
Football London
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July 8, 2025
Viktor Gyokeres has spoken publicly for the first time since it emerged Arsenal are closing in on the signing of the Sporting CP striker. Having laid the groundwork to accelerate for either the Sweden international or RB Leipzig striker Benjamin...
Accident Claims Life of Portuguese Star Diogo Jota
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Portuguese striker Diogo Jota, who played as a forward for the English team Liverpool, passed away early Thursday in a fatal car accident in Spain at the age of 28. His younger sibling, Andre Silva, 25, who was also a professional...