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The Systems and Computer Engineering Institute of Porto (INESC TEC) participates in the European project PANDORA, which intends to contribute to strengthen European Union's cybernetics defence capacity, by developing an open tool that is available to all member countries. The continuous use of information technology in military units and chains of command can make EU member states defence abilities vulnerable to cyber-attacks; in this regard, INESC-TEC developed a tool to help detect...

The "Portugal ao Vivo" event will herald the reunion among artists and audiences; two of the major national producers joined the city Hall of Porto and of Lisbon to present 40 shows simultaneously: 20 performances at the Super Bock Arena - Pavilhão Rosa Mota and another 20 performances at the campo Pequeno. The first show is scheduled for 31st October, with Xutos & Pontapés taking to the stage; the final concert happens on 19th December, with Mariza. the main goal is to help livelihoods of...

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....