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Woman at centre of Cornell gang rape lawsuit targeted with threats, lawyer says

4 October 2026 at 17:25
The woman who alleged that she was drugged and raped by seven male students at a Cornell University fraternity house has been the target of threats, her lawyer told CNN on Sunday. Cornell's president earlier voiced support for an external review of the Ivy League institution facing widespread outcry over its handling of the case.

Polls close in Brazil's high-stakes election pitting Lula against Flavio Bolsonaro

4 October 2026 at 12:17
Brazilians voted Sunday in a high-stakes presidential election pitting incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against far-right challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, following a campaign dominated by corruption scandals, economic anxiety and accusations of US meddling. The knife-edge election comes at a moment when the region is shifting to the right in line with the Trump administration.

Ossoff and El-Sayed: Two Senate races and what they say about the Democratic Party

4 October 2026 at 08:21
Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democratic favourite, is running for re-election in Georgia in the 2026 US midterms while Abdul El-Sayed is a Senate candidate in the battleground state of Michigan. The two Democrats have very different profiles and platforms, underscoring divergences within the party. They could also determine the party's future ahead of the 2028 presidential election. 

Lula and Bolsonaro make final push for votes ahead of Brazil's knife-edge election

3 October 2026 at 21:16
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his main challenger Flavio Bolsonaro wrapped up their campaigns on Saturday in the powerhouse state of Sao Paulo, where a fifth of the nation's vote is based, seeking to rally supporters and convince the undecided on the eve of Sunday's nail-biter election.

Tennessee prison chief who oversaw botched Christa Pike execution resigns

3 October 2026 at 18:24
The head of Tennessee's prison system has resigned in the first major shake-up since the stunning failed execution of convicted murderer Christa Pike, who is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who previously denied Pike clemency, has halted further executions through the rest of the year while a review is conducted.

Flavio Bolsonaro: In the name of the father, sons, and holy ideology

3 October 2026 at 10:48
The first round of Brazil’s presidential election on Sunday pits two well-known names in the political ring: Lula vs. Bolsonaro. But it’s not former president Jair Bolsonaro facing off against the incumbent head of state – it’s his eldest son, Flavio Bolsonaro. He’s less charismatic than his father but just as ideologically radical as the family patriarch.

Brazil’s Lula gears up for ‘last dance’ with run for fourth presidential term

2 October 2026 at 17:20
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will stand for re-election in Brazil on Sunday. At 80, the former steelworker hopes to capitalise on his popularity and economic successes to win a fourth term in office but is neck-and-neck in the polls with far-right rival Flavio Bolsonaro.

Lula and Bolsonaro’s mudslinging heats up ahead of weekend vote

2 October 2026 at 06:44
The mudslinging between Brazil’s incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his election rival, Flavio Bolsonaro, has heated up ahead of what is expected to be an extremely close vote this weekend. From stating loose rumours as facts, to taking comments completely out of their context, they are both doing everything they can to win a few more votes.

Lagos: PSP detém homem suspeito de agressão com faca e ameaças de morte na via pública

1 October 2026 at 16:04

A PSP deteve, na madrugada de 29 de setembro, um homem de 43 anos, suspeito de ter agredido um cidadão com uma arma branca e de ter dirigido ameaças de morte a outras pessoas, no centro da cidade de Lagos.

O conteúdo Lagos: PSP detém homem suspeito de agressão com faca e ameaças de morte na via pública aparece primeiro em Algarve Marafado.

Convicted killer Christa Pike in ‘critical condition’ after two lethal injections fail to kill her

1 October 2026 at 06:32
Christa Pike, who has been on death row in Tennessee for more than 30 years for torturing and murdering a classmate, was on Wednesday set to be executed, but the lethal injections meant to kill her failed. Pike was then transported to a medical facility, where her attorney says she remains in a "critical condition".

Super El Niño pode afetar preços dos alimentos, água e risco de incêndios em Portugal

1 October 2026 at 06:32

O fenómeno climático conhecido como El Niño pode ter impactos que vão muito além das alterações meteorológicas. Em Portugal, os seus efeitos podem refletir-se na disponibilidade de água, na agricultura, nos preços dos alimentos e no risco de incêndios, bem como aumentar a ocorrência de episódios de chuva intensa, cheias e inundações.

A intensidade e a forma como estes efeitos se manifestam dependem da evolução das condições atmosféricas e oceânicas. Períodos prolongados de calor e de baixa precipitação podem aumentar a pressão sobre rios, albufeiras e aquíferos, sobretudo nas regiões mais vulneráveis à seca.

Mais pressão sobre a água

A redução da precipitação e o aumento das temperaturas podem diminuir a disponibilidade de água para consumo, agricultura e atividades económicas. A situação exige uma gestão cuidadosa dos recursos hídricos, incluindo a proteção das nascentes, rios e zonas húmidas, a redução de perdas nas redes de abastecimento e o uso mais eficiente da água.

A responsabilidade, porém, não deve recair apenas sobre os cidadãos. O planeamento das reservas de água, a gestão das albufeiras e a preparação para períodos de escassez são fundamentais para garantir a segurança hídrica.

Seca e chuva intensa podem coexistir

Um período seco não significa necessariamente ausência total de chuva. Depois de semanas ou meses com pouca precipitação, uma chuva muito intensa pode provocar inundações e enxurradas.

Quando o solo está muito seco e compactado, a sua capacidade de absorver rapidamente grandes volumes de água pode ser reduzida. Em zonas urbanas, sistemas de drenagem insuficientes podem agravar o problema. Em áreas de encosta, a saturação rápida do solo pode aumentar o risco de movimentos de terras.

Do campo para o supermercado

A agricultura está entre os setores mais expostos às alterações das condições meteorológicas. A falta de água pode reduzir a produtividade, aumentar as necessidades de rega e elevar os custos de produção. Episódios de chuva intensa, por outro lado, podem danificar culturas, dificultar colheitas e afetar estradas e transportes.

Estas dificuldades podem chegar ao consumidor através dos preços. Se a produção agrícola diminuir ou os custos de energia, água e transporte aumentarem, alguns produtos alimentares poderão ficar mais caros.

Os efeitos podem ser particularmente relevantes em culturas importantes para Portugal, como o olival, a vinha, os cereais, os frutos e os produtos hortícolas.

Maior risco de incêndios

O calor, a baixa humidade e a vegetação seca criam condições favoráveis à propagação rápida de incêndios rurais. Uma pequena ignição pode transformar-se num incêndio de maiores dimensões, sobretudo em períodos de condições meteorológicas adversas.

Além dos prejuízos ambientais e económicos, os incêndios afetam a qualidade do ar e podem representar riscos para a saúde, especialmente para crianças, idosos e pessoas com problemas respiratórios.

Preparação é essencial

Perante fenómenos meteorológicos extremos, a prevenção e o acompanhamento dos avisos oficiais assumem particular importância. A proteção civil, os municípios, as entidades responsáveis pela gestão da água, os agricultores, as empresas e a população têm todos um papel a desempenhar.

Poupar água, evitar comportamentos que possam provocar incêndios, manter os terrenos limpos e acompanhar os avisos meteorológicos e da proteção civil são algumas das medidas que podem contribuir para reduzir riscos.

O El Niño é um fenómeno natural e os seus efeitos em Portugal não são iguais em todas as regiões. Ainda assim, períodos de maior calor, seca ou precipitação intensa mostram a importância de reforçar a preparação e a capacidade de resposta.

Mais do que prever todos os impactos, o desafio passa por estar preparado para diferentes cenários e transformar a informação meteorológica em medidas concretas de prevenção.

Pentagon’s Hegseth says 20 percent of US generals, admirals cut, ‘no fatties, no trannies’

30 September 2026 at 21:16
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday that his department had cut 20 percent of US admirals, generals and officers who did not fit his vision. "Simple translation of that: no fatties, no trannies, no beardos, no weirdos, no wimps, no radicals. Just warriors – just tough, ready, committed troops," he said.

El Salvador sets date for 2027 presidential election as Bukele seeks third term

1 October 2026 at 03:32
El Salvador will hold presidential elections on February 28, 2027, the electoral tribunal said Wednesday, opening the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek a third term after constitutional changes removed presidential term limits. Bukele has drawn praise for sharply reducing gang violence but faced criticism over rights abuses during his crackdown.

Trump renews calls for former Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell's resignation

1 October 2026 at 00:44
The Federal Reserve's watchdog on Wednesday found no grounds for a criminal referral over a roughly $1 billion cost overrun on renovations to the central bank's Washington buildings, while faulting project oversight. The findings prompted President Donald Trump to renew his call for former Fed chief Jerome Powell to resign.

Paramount takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery clears legal hurdle

30 September 2026 at 23:19
A federal judge on Wednesday approved a settlement clearing Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery after 12 US states challenged the deal on antitrust grounds. The agreement includes safeguards for CNN’s editorial independence and requires the merged studio to release at least 30 films a year for its first two years.

US Supreme Court clears way for Tennessee execution of woman for murder

30 September 2026 at 17:03
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday cleared the way for Tennessee to execute Christa Pike, 50, the state's first woman put to death in 200 years. The ruling came hours after a federal appeals court temporarily halted the lethal injection to consider claims that Pike's childhood sexual abuse was not adequately weighed at sentencing.

US Supreme Court lifts restrictions on third-country deportations

30 September 2026 at 00:17
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared the Trump administration to resume deporting migrants to countries other than their own while it considers the legality of the practice. The court’s conservative majority temporarily blocked safeguards requiring deportees to receive notice of where they would be sent and time to raise persecution concerns.

OpenAI cancels release of new artificial intelligence model over safety concerns

29 September 2026 at 03:54
OpenAI will not release its latest artificial intelligence model, Astra 6.1, after internal tests found it fell short of safety standards, the maker of ChatGPT confirmed on Monday. The decision came ahead of a meeting of AI leaders at the White House Tuesday convened by US President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson amid mounting controversy over the risks posed by rogue AI. 

Argentina’s Milei threatens to sue UK over Falkland Islands oil project

29 September 2026 at 03:13
Argentine President Javier Milei on Monday threatened to sue the UK over the Sea Lion oil project near the disputed Falkland Islands. Argentina claims sovereignty over the British-administered territory, where a 1982 war killed 255 British and 649 Argentine troops. Developers Navitas and Rockhopper say they hold valid British-issued exploration licences.

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