### Search Operations Underway

The search for a **missing Italian man** who was swept away by a wave in the **Douro River** at Porto has resumed this **Monday morning** around 9 AM. The announcement was made by the **commander of the Northern Maritime Zone**. 

### Incident Details

The man disappeared after being **dragged into the sea** on **Saturday**. Rescue teams are actively searching the area, and local authorities are appealing for any information from the public that could assist in locating him. 

### Ongoing Efforts

**Rescue operations** include divers and aerial support, showcasing the commitment to finding the missing individual. The community remains hopeful as efforts continue.

As buscas para encontrar um homem desaparecido no mar depois de ter sido arrastado, no sábado, por uma onda na Foz do Douro, no Porto, recomeçaram, esta segunda-feira, cerca das 9 horas, disse o comandante da Zona Marítima do Norte.

Search Resumes for Missing Italian Man in Porto's Douro River

## Major Investment in Green Energy

The **Chinese company CALB** has officially launched a **€2 billion project** to construct a **lithium battery factory** in **Sines**, Portugal, aimed at supporting the growing **electric vehicle** market. This facility will have an impressive **15 GWh** of energy storage capacity.

![Lithium Battery Factory](https://d1mnxluw9mpf9w.cloudfront.net/media/18934/4x3/1200.jpg)

### Project Launch and Economic Impact

The factory's inauguration ceremony is set to take place at the **Técnico Innovation Center in Lisbon**, attended by the **Minister of Economy**, Pedro Reis, and CALB executives. This innovative investment is projected to create **1,800 direct jobs** and potentially contribute over **4% to Portugal's GDP** once it reaches full production by **2028**.

Liu Jingyu, the president of CALB's Board of Directors, emphasized that this project is crucial for the future of **green energy in Portugal** and the transition to electric vehicles in Europe. He stated, "Our factory will not only create new jobs but will also place Portugal at the forefront of the production of batteries for electric vehicles in Europe."

### Strategic Importance

The factory, located in the **Sines Industrial and Logistics Zone (ZILS)**, will occupy approximately **45 hectares** of land and will consist of five buildings dedicated to the production of electrodes, cells, assembly, and packaging. This strategic investment aims to enhance CALB's presence in the **European electric vehicle market** and cater to the increasing demand for **clean energy solutions**.

### Timeline and Future Prospects

Construction is expected to commence later this year, with operations anticipated to start in **2028**. CALB's project represents a significant step towards **energy security**, economic growth, and sustainable development in Portugal.

The project to build a lithium battery factory for cars owned by the Chinese company CALB in Sines, with 15 GWh (Gigawatts/hour) of energy storage, is launched...

Portugal's €2 Billion Lithium Battery Factory: A Game Changer for Electric Vehicles

## Investigation Unfolds

**Tiago Telo de Abreu**, a Lisbon City Hall assessor and former CDS councilor in Elvas, is under investigation for **possession and distribution of child pornography**. This alarming news was reported by **TVI and CNN Portugal**.

## Details of the Case

The investigation, which has been ongoing for nearly three months, is being handled by the **Public Prosecutor's Office in Seixal** and traces back to events from the summer of **2023**.

**Ana**, a key witness from Ponte de Sôr, shared her experience of conversing with a woman named **Dália** on the dating app **Badoo**, who claimed to have a 12-year-old daughter. Initially, Ana was not alarmed by Dália's admission of bathing her daughter, but soon, the conversations escalated to disturbing revelations about **sexual acts involving the child**.

## Escalating Concerns

Ana's suspicions grew when Dália mentioned **masturbating the child** and discussed potential sexual encounters with adults for a price of **1,500 euros**. After two weeks, Ana received messages from someone identifying as **Tiago Abreu**, who described sexual acts with Dália's daughter.

## Legal Actions Taken

Ana reported the matter to the **GNR in Ponte de Sôr**, leading to a referral to the **Judicial Police in Setúbal** in June 2023. Following this, **searches were conducted at Tiago Abreu's home** on May 13, where his mobile phone and electronic devices were seized. Abreu acknowledged that an Instagram account identified by authorities belonged to him but denied writing the incriminating messages.

## Additional Allegations

The investigation also includes allegations of **sexual abuse** made by Abreu's ex-wife, the mother of one of his children. Tiago Abreu refuted all accusations, claiming they are part of a **defamation campaign** initiated by his ex-wife, who he accuses of **child abduction**.

Abreu expressed that he is living through a **nightmare**, emphasizing that the situation should be treated as a **parental alienation issue** rather than a criminal case. Following the emergence of this investigation, he resigned from his position at the Lisbon City Hall.

Tiago Abreu, ex-vereador do CDS em Elvas e assessor da Câmara Municipal de Lisboa, está a ser investigado pelo crime de posse e partilha de pornografia infantil.

Shocking Investigation: Lisbon City Hall Assessor Linked to Child Pornography Charges

### Miguel Albuquerque's Strong Critique

At the conclusion of **Funchal Climate Week**, acting Regional Government president, **Miguel Albuquerque**, delivered robust criticisms of the **censorship motion** presented by **Chega** against the Republic Government, labeling it as **"another smoke screen"** to mask the party's internal issues.

### Accusations Against Chega

Albuquerque stated, **"Chega preaches morality but is daily embroiled in scandals. One day it’s a corruption case, the next it's a member intoxicated. It’s a complete disaster."** He suggested that the motion was a political strategy, reminiscent of past actions taken by the party in Madeira, aimed at diverting public attention from their failures.

### Comments on André Ventura

When queried about **André Ventura's** claims that Chega had already **"cleaned up"** some internal elements while the **PSD-Madeira** had unresolved issues, Albuquerque asserted his belief that Ventura will **"leave before I do. He is a natural populist, creating scandals and manipulating to hide serious problems within his own party."**

### Internal Party Dynamics

On internal matters, Albuquerque did not confirm any meetings with **Manuel António Correia** regarding a position on his list, stating, **"There has never been such a meeting. I have always publicly said that I count on all PSD members. Anyone who wants to contribute is welcome."** When pressed by journalists about a proposal for Correia to be the number two on the list, he firmly replied, **"I have nothing to confirm. What I stated was that all interested in participating in the public life of the PSD have a place."**

À margem do encerramento do evento Funchal Climate Week, o presidente do Governo Regional em exercício, Miguel Albuquerque, teceu duras críticas à moç...

Miguel Albuquerque Criticizes Chega's Censorship Motion: 'A Smoke Screen for Internal Issues'

**Political Tensions in Portugal**  
The podcast “**A Arte do Possível**” hosted by **António Saraiva**, **Luís Osório**, and **Vera Gouveia Barros** dives deep into the **critical political climate** currently prevailing in the **Assembleia da República**.  
  
From **one** member to **twelve**, and now **fifty**, the presence of the **Chega** party has transformed the parliamentary landscape. Recently, their number fluctuated from **fifty** to **forty-nine**, yet the **180 other deputies** remain perplexed about how to effectively engage with the Chega bloc.  
  
In politics, as in war, **easy solutions** are scarce. The discussion draws parallels to **Trump's** transactional approach to politics, where significant issues are handled without the direct involvement of affected parties, such as the **Ukrainian peace negotiations**.  
  
Join us for a **thought-provoking** discussion in this episode of the podcast, where we explore the intricate dynamics at play.  
  
**Listen to the podcast** on **Spotify**, **Google Podcasts**, and **Apple Podcasts**. This program is produced by **JE** and hosted by **Nuno Braga**.  
  
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A política, na definição de Bismarck, debatida todas as semanas com sentido crítico e uma boa dose de ironia por António Saraiva, Luís Osório e Vera Gouveia Barros. Nesta edição, abordamos o clima de tensão que se vive na Assembleia da República.

The Storm of Chega: Unpacking Tensions in Portugal's Parliament

## Portugal's Return to EuroBasket

**RIGA (Latvia)** - Portugal is making a triumphant return to the continental basketball stage, having secured a spot in the **FIBA EuroBasket 2025** after a 14-year absence. This marks their fourth appearance in the tournament, the last being in **2011**.

Portugal's journey to qualification included tough matches in **Group A**, where they faced formidable opponents such as **Slovenia, Israel, and Ukraine**. Despite struggling in previous qualifiers, they turned their fortunes around, achieving their first win in over seven years against **Ukraine** in the opening window of the qualifiers.

### How They Qualified

- **Gameday 1:** POR 70-72 ISR  
- **Gameday 2:** UKR 77-79 POR  
- **Gameday 3:** POR 82-74 SLO  
- **Gameday 4:** SLO 83-82 POR  

**Upcoming Fixtures:**  
- **Gameday 5:** ISR vs POR  
- **Gameday 6:** POR vs UKR  

### Key Players in the Qualifiers

The standout players for Portugal have been **Travante Williams** and **Miguel Queiroz**. Both veterans played pivotal roles, averaging double figures throughout the qualifiers. Additional contributions came from **Diogo Brito**, who excelled with a remarkable performance against Slovenia, scoring **16 points**. Other noteworthy players included **Diogo Ventura** and **Rafael Lisboa**, who provided solid playmaking support.

### A Glimpse into the Past

For a whole generation of Portuguese fans, this return is monumental. Portugal's last participation in EuroBasket saw them finish **21st** in **2011**, with their best performance being a **9th place** finish in **2007**. The only other appearance was back in **1951**, where they placed **15th**. Now, under the guidance of Coach **Mario Gomes**, they look forward to making a mark in the upcoming tournament.

![Portugal Basketball Team](https://assets.fiba.basketball/image/upload/w_800,h_335,c_fill,g_auto/q_auto/f_auto/v1732310390/bbmmtthvkp5suczvddjf)

**Best finish:** 9th - 2007  

![FIBA](https://assets.fiba.basketball/image/upload/w_800,h_335,c_fill,g_auto/q_auto/f_auto/v1724745279/p5zcuf9cvbwut3akhmcn)

**FIBA**

Portugal finally put an end to a 14-year EuroBasket drought.

Portugal Ends 14-Year EuroBasket Drought: What This Means for Portuguese Basketball

### Romain Bardet's Disappointment

The French cyclist **Romain Bardet** from **Picnic PostNL**, who was in **fourth place** overall, has withdrawn from the **51st Volta ao Algarve** following a crash just **20 kilometers** before the finish of the third stage.

![Romain Bardet](https://asset.skoiy.com/jnrcnjwljorqgsbu/qcobzrgj7gds.jpeg?w=1852&q=80&crop=4095,2730,1,0)

*Bardet was in fourth place overall*  
*Photo: Team Picnic PostNL*  

### The Incident

The incident occurred during a critical moment of the race, forcing Bardet to abandon the competition, leaving fans and team members concerned about his condition and future races. 

### Impact on the Race

This withdrawal may significantly impact the overall standings of the **Volta ao Algarve**, which attracts top cyclists from around the world, highlighting the unpredictable nature of competitive cycling.

O ciclista francês Romain Bardet (Picnic PostNL), quarto classificado da geral, abandonou, esta sexta-feira, a 51.ª Volta ao Algarve, na sequência de uma queda já perto dos derradeiros 20 quilómetros da terceira etapa.

Romain Bardet Withdraws from Algarve Tour After Crash: What Happened?

## Jordi Meeus Wins in Tavira

Jordi Meeus has made a remarkable debut by winning at the **Volta ao Algarve**, finishing the third stage with a sprint at **Avenida Zeca Afonso**. The Belgian sprinter from **Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe** outperformed strong competitors including **Alberto Dainese** and **Biniam Girmay**.

Despite high hopes for local cyclists, it was a challenging day for **Rui Oliveira** and **Iúri Leitão**. Oliveira was squeezed out of the group, while Leitão suffered a serious fall near the finish line. Both had previously won medals at the recent European Track Championships, which adds to the disappointment.

### Romain Bardet Withdraws

The race saw **Romain Bardet** withdraw after a fall while in fourth place overall, allowing **António Morgado** to take his position. As the race approaches its conclusion, **Jan Christen** continues to lead in the overall standings, just four seconds ahead of **João Almeida**.

This Saturday, the cyclists will tackle a challenging route between **Albufeira** and **Faro**, featuring multiple mountain points in the final kilometers. **Fabio Jakobsen** was the last winner in Faro back in 2022.

### Stage 3 Top 10 Results
| Position | Cyclist         | Team                                 | Time     |
|----------|------------------|--------------------------------------|----------|
| 1        | MEEUS Jordi      | Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe         | 4:18:34  |
| 2        | DAINESE Alberto   | Tudor Pro Cycling Team               | -        |
| 3        | GIRMAY Biniam    | Intermarché – Wanty                  | -        |
| 4        | DE LIE Arnaud    | Lotto                                | -        |
| 5        | VAN UDEN Casper   | Team Picnic PostNL                   | -        |
| 6        | FRETIN Milan      | Cofidis                             | -        |
| 7        | MIHKELS Madis     | EF Education – EasyPost             | -        |
| 8        | VAN AERT Wout     | Team Visma | Lease a Bike                | -        |
| 9        | MESA Santiago     | Efapel Cycling                       | -        |
| 10       | WATSON Samuel      | INEOS Grenadiers                    | -        |

### General Classification Top 10
| Position | Cyclist         | Team                                 | Time     |
|----------|------------------|--------------------------------------|----------|
| 1        | CHRISTEN Jan     | UAE Team Emirates – XRG             | 8:47:08  |
| 2        | ALMEIDA João     | UAE Team Emirates – XRG             | 0:04     |
| 3        | DE PLUS Laurens  | INEOS Grenadiers                    | 0:13     |
| 4        | MORGADO António   | UAE Team Emirates – XRG             | 0:20     |
| 5        | VINGEGAARD Jonas  | Team Visma | LAB                        | -        |
| 6        | VERGALLITO Luca   | Alpecin – Deceuninck                | -        |
| 7        | ROGLIČ Primož    | Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe         | 0:23     |
| 8        | GEOGHEGAN HART Tao| Lidl – Trek                          | -        |
| 9        | GRÉGOIRE Romain  | Groupama – FDJ                       | 0:26     |
| 10       | POWLESS Neilson   | EF Education – EasyPost             | -        |

### Stage Summary Video

[Watch the highlights of Stage 3 of the Volta ao Algarve here!](https://208.87.240.219/wp-content/plugins/smart-cookie-kit/res/empty.html?__cpo=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9wY3ljbGluZy5wdA)

Jordi Meeus estreia-se a ganhar na Volta ao Algarve na chegada a Tavira. Iúri Leitão (queda) e Rui Oliveira (apertado) não puderam sprintar.

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