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Returning wild animals into their natural habitat is a common practice in the Municipality of Porto. This past Thursday, on 1st October, a wild heron was released into its habitat, near the Observatory for Bird Watching, in the banks of the Jardim do Calém.

The municipal programme Cultura em Expansão features two new performances in the neighbourhoods of Bouça and Miragaia, this weekend. Entrance is free, upon prior collection of the ticket two hours before the beginning of the show.

FairJourney Biologics, a Biotechnological company from Porto has just announced it has detected 15 antibodies with a potential to treat patients infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus and to protect the most vulnerable segments of the population. This finding was jointly accomplished with its counterpart IONTAS, a laboratory headquartered in Cambridge, which was recently acquired by Porto, and a world leader in identifying and manufacturing antibodies.

The Eurovision philosophical Song will now be held in Porto, on 2nd and 3rd October, at the Rivoli. The purpose is to lead to a debate towards the meaning of pop songs and identity issues underlying European countries, as well. Eleven thinkers of eleven countries were challenged to write songs that would mirror the relationship between humanity and major philosophical issues.

Starting this first weekend of October, the programme "Days with Energy" is no longer held outdoors and will offer four indoor venues within the municipal equipment, every Saturday morning, with free classes of Pilates, Yoga and Tai chi. Participation is free, but the number of participants varies according to the venue. Between 9am and 9.30am choose the activity that suits you best.

The Municipal Library Almeida Garrett opens doors to family activities as of October, following a shutdown period due to the ongoing pandemic. The first session kicks off on 3rd October, at 3.30pm and participants will be invited to the reading of the English short story "Guess how much I miss you in the autumn", delivered by the British Council.

The Great Wine Capitals Global Network is promoting another edition of the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2021. Companies that develop enotourism activities in Porto and Douro and the "Vinhos Verdes" Wine Regions are now able to apply to such an award, even more relevant in a time when the tourism sector has been so hindered amid the pandemic. Applications should be submitted till 20th October 2020.

The report by the US rating agency Fitch already reflects the impact of the ongoing pandemic on national public finances and as stated by the agency, Fitch assesses Porto`s risk profile at Midrange, reflecting a Stronger assessment for Expenditure Sustainability and Liabilities and Liquidity Key risk factors. The Midrange assessment is derived from Porto's well diversified basket of taxes, with property tax and transfers from central government representing a large part of operating revenues....

Today, 30th September, the Ramalde Sports Park offers the unique opportunity to practice archery, between 3pm and 6pm, under the supervision of CTAP - Clube Tiro com Arco do Porto, under the celebration of the European Week of Sport.

A career-spanning exhibition of Alfredo Cunha's work for circa 50 years is on display at the Leica Store Gallery. Mayor of Porto was invited by Alfredo Cunha for a guided tour to the exhibition. The "Leica Years" exhibition is on show at the Leica Store Gallery (Rua de Sá da Bandeira, 48-52). It can be visited from Monday to Saturday, between 10am and 7pm. All DGS preventive health measures are in place.