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Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Alphabet shares fall 12.6%, wiping out $500 billion in market value after weak revenue and advertising results. Also: A California federal judge rejects the Trump administration's request to separate more than 20,000 mail ballots allegedly linked to noncitizens. Hoje: Maior queda diária das ações da Alphabet · Juiz recusa pedido sobre votos por correio. Today’s European Portuguese focus: chamar-se = to be called. Vocabulary: O pedido (the request), O correio (mail or post), A lista (the list). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Qatari mediators present Iran with a new proposal to end the war, but no agreement has been reached. Also: Donald Trump plans to ease methane rules for oil and gas companies, while the EPA considers changes to leak regulations. Hoje: Nova proposta para acabar a guerra · Trump quer regras menos duras para o metano. Today’s European Portuguese focus: querer + infinitivo = to want + infinitive. Vocabulary: a proposta (proposal), o mediador (mediator), o acordo (agreement). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The Federal Reserve is expected to keep US interest rates unchanged as inflation reaches 3.7%, shortly before midterm elections. Also: Greenhouse gas levels reached new records in 2025, with carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide increasing in the atmosphere. Hoje: A Fed pode manter as taxas · Gases com efeito de estufa batem recordes. Today’s European Portuguese focus: Pode + infinitivo = can/may + infinitive. Vocabulary: O planeta (the planet), A atmosfera (the atmosphere), O incêndio (the fire). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A federal appeals court rejects the US Justice Department's request to set aside thousands of California ballots. Also: Meta plans to raise $95 billion through two stock offerings to fund investment in AI and data centres. Hoje: Tribunal recusa pedido sobre votos na Califórnia · Meta quer angariar 95 mil milhões de dólares. Today’s European Portuguese focus: não dão direito de voto = do not give voting rights. Vocabulary: a ação (share), a empresa (company), o dinheiro (money). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-27 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump weighs an agreement with Iran against military action, while diplomacy remains open and talks appear stalled. Also: The United States reports more than 4,500 measles cases, with Pennsylvania the hardest-hit state and hundreds hospitalized. Hoje: Trump considera um acordo com o Irão · Aumento de casos de sarampo nos Estados Unidos. Today’s European Portuguese focus: deram = they gave. Vocabulary: o surto (the outbreak), o hospital (the hospital), a dose (the dose). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the Portuguese-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: Estudiantes eliminated Flamengo on penalties and will face Palmeiras in the Copa Libertadores final. Also: New data from the past week show that Portugal has gained up to 40 more tropical nights over 20 years, especially near the Spanish border. Today’s European Portuguese focus: venceu = won. Vocabulary: O jogo (the game or match), A equipa (the team), O treinador (the coach). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Russian tanker carrying 298,000 barrels of diesel is heading to New York after a new Trump-Putin agreement. Also: The United States is sending a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as the U.S. and Israel prepare plans for a possible attack on Iran. Hoje: Navio russo leva gasóleo para Nova Iorque · Terceiro porta-aviões vai para o Médio Oriente. Today’s European Portuguese focus: Leva, to carry = to carry. Vocabulary: O navio (the ship), A carga (the cargo), O porto (the port). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Serious security flaws in PHP lead organisations to take websites and public services offline while updates are applied. Also: A global study warns that 96% of shallow-water coral reef systems face critical extinction risk and could disappear by 2075. Hoje: Falhas graves no PHP · Recifes de coral em grande perigo. Today’s European Portuguese focus: ajuda = helps. Vocabulary: água (water), calor (heat), peixe (fish). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Missiles hit Kyiv, injuring six people as Russia says it may resume peace talks. Also: A US judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion over Facebook privacy violations. Hoje: Seis pessoas feridas num ataque em Kyiv · Meta paga multa de 25 mil milhões. Today’s European Portuguese focus: ficaram = stayed, became, or were. Vocabulary: a multa (fine), o juiz (judge), os dados (data). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-22 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Ukraine and the United States discuss peace proposals in Oslo, while Zelensky says intelligence sharing now works and Russian attacks continue. Also: The European Union makes Arctic security its first priority, with plans for maritime monitoring, more icebreakers, and safer communications. Hoje: Conversas de paz sobre a Ucrânia · A segurança é prioridade no Ártico. Today’s European Portuguese focus: quer, to want = to want. Vocabulary: o mar (the sea), o gelo (the ice), o cabo (the cable). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Netanyahu tells Trump they still have work to finish on Iran, while Russia's foreign minister visits Tehran and attacks continue near the Strait of Hormuz. Also: The US orders DeepSeek technology removed from many civilian government agencies, citing security concerns without explaining them in detail. Hoje: A guerra no Irão e contactos entre países · Os Estados Unidos proíbem a DeepSeek. Today’s European Portuguese focus: quando = when. Vocabulary: o departamento (department), a agência (agency), o governo (government). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump suspends several sanctions on Russia to keep peace negotiations going, while the US studies their economic effects during a 60-day pause. Also: A poll gives Democrats a lead over Republicans among likely voters, while Trump's approval rating reaches a record low and many Americans say prices are too high. Hoje: Trump suspende sanções à Rússia · Sondagem dá vantagem aos democratas. Today’s European Portuguese focus: não aprovam = do not approve. Vocabulary: a guerra (war), a paz (peace), o dinheiro (money). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the Portuguese-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: Portugal beat Denmark 10–3 in Odivelas after conceding the first goal, beginning their 2028 World Cup qualifying campaign. Also: Recife will host Brazil's biggest animation-film festival in November, with competitions, workshops, masterclasses and professional meetings. Today’s European Portuguese focus: marcou = scored. Vocabulary: a vaga (available place), a oficina (workshop), a reunião (meeting). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Russia says Ukraine attacked a major oil refinery in Ryazan in response to Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. Both sides appear to be ignoring an energy pause. Also: Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon falls to its lowest level since records began, but an election runoff between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro could change the rainforest's future. Hoje: Ataque ucraniano a uma refinaria na Rússia · Menos desflorestação na Amazónia brasileira. Today’s European Portuguese focus: aconteceu = happened. Vocabulary: a floresta (forest), a queda (decline), a fiscalização (enforcement). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The Trump administration sues California over a list of alleged noncitizen voters and asks the court not to count their mail-in ballots. Also: Global technology stocks fall sharply as investors fear US inflation, higher interest rates, and debt at AI-linked companies. Hoje: Ação contra a Califórnia por votos · Queda das ações de tecnologia. Today’s European Portuguese focus: deu, to give = to give. Vocabulary: o correio (mail), a lista (list), o gabinete (office). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The Houthis attack Riyadh with a ballistic missile and threaten more attacks, while the US considers joining the conflict. Also: US prices rose 3.7% in September, led by a 9.1% rise in gasoline prices, while wages grew 3%. Hoje: Ataque dos Houthis a Riade · Preços sobem nos Estados Unidos. Today’s European Portuguese focus: podem, can = can. Vocabulary: o abastecimento (supply), o conflito (conflict), a região (region). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The US warns Ukraine it could stop sharing intelligence unless Ukrainian forces halt long-range drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. Zelenskyy says Ukraine wants peace, but. Also: More than 300 scientists from 32 countries call for stronger AI rules and safer testing systems to reduce cyber risks. They warn that dangerous programs could spread to. Hoje: EUA podem parar partilha de informações · Cientistas pedem regras mais fortes para a IA. Today’s European Portuguese focus: têm = they have. Vocabulary: a ligação (connection), o espaço (space), a máquina (machine). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-14 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Saudi Arabia intercepts three missiles as Riyadh Airport stays closed after deadly attacks. Also: The European Union will limit Chinese hybrid car imports to 350,000 a year from December. Hoje: Arábia Saudita interceta três mísseis · União Europeia limita carros híbridos chineses. Today’s European Portuguese focus: ficaram = stayed or became. Vocabulary: o limite (the limit), a regra (the rule), a alfândega (customs). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Russia strikes power plants in Ukraine after Trump announces an energy ceasefire. Also: About 18,000 people attend IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok as war, energy prices and high interest rates threaten global economic growth. Hoje: Ataques a centrais elétricas na Ucrânia · Reuniões sobre a economia mundial em Banguecoque. Today’s European Portuguese focus: acordaram = agreed. Vocabulary: juro (interest), preço (price), reserva (reserve). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the Portuguese-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: Last week, Angola beat Malawi 3-1 in Luanda and moved into first place in Group B alongside Egypt. Also: This week, Cape Verde's prime minister promised to help lower book prices and improve access to printed books. Today’s European Portuguese focus: prometeu = promised. Vocabulary: O papel (paper), As páginas (pages), O braço (arm). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Spanish museum builds a life-size Cray-1 replica with 30 old Mac Minis. Also: Vietnamese entrant Nguyen Nam Nhat becomes the new Nikon microscopy video winner after the original winner is disqualified over AI concerns. Hoje: Um museu mostra uma réplica do Cray-1 · O novo vencedor vem do Vietname. Today’s European Portuguese focus: mostrou = showed. Vocabulary: réplica (replica), núcleo (core), peça (part). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google presents Gemini, an AI agent that can handle workplace tasks and create temporary agents. Also: England will host the Netball World Cup in Manchester in 2031 for the fourth time. Hoje: Google apresenta o novo agente Gemini · Inglaterra vai receber o Mundial de netball. Today’s European Portuguese focus: foi = was. Vocabulary: a tarefa (task), o trabalho (work), a pergunta (question). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-09 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google Maps will show fuel prices at UK petrol stations, helping drivers look for cheaper petrol and diesel. Also: Scientists studied a 165-million-year-old mammal fossil from China that could chew, swallow food, and suckle. Hoje: Google Maps mostra preços de combustível · Fóssil antigo mostra capacidades dos mamíferos. Today’s European Portuguese focus: não atualizam = do not update. Vocabulary: o posto (petrol station), o depósito (fuel tank), o gasóleo (diesel). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-08 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: British Airways plans more business-class seats and fewer standard economy seats on its Airbus A380 planes. Also: Francis Halzen wins the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for work with the IceCube observatory in Antarctic ice. Hoje: Mais lugares caros nos aviões · Nobel da Física pelo gelo da Antártida. Today’s European Portuguese focus: O que procura, what does ... look for = what does ... look for. Vocabulary: O avião (the plane), A porta (the door), O piso (the floor or level). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Norway plans a temporary ban on AI glasses in places such as parks, beaches, schools, and kindergartens because people may be recorded without knowing. Also: Premier League viewership among 18-to-34-year-olds in the United States has risen 20 percent after this year's World Cup. Hoje: Noruega quer limitar óculos com inteligência artificial · Mais jovens veem futebol inglês nos Estados Unidos. Today’s European Portuguese focus: podem tirar fotos, filmar ou gravar pessoas = can take photos, film, or record people. Vocabulary: os óculos (glasses), a gravação (recording), a regra (rule). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-06 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Elfyn Evans becomes world rally champion after Oliver Solberg crashes near the finish, although Solberg wins the rally. Also: The UK faces a difficult choice between Chinese cars and the European market as tariffs could raise prices and affect investment. Hoje: Evans é campeão mundial de ralis · O Reino Unido enfrenta uma escolha difícil. Today’s European Portuguese focus: quem = who. Vocabulary: a prova (competition or race), a etapa (stage), a curva (bend or curve). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-05 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Rome increases controls on golf-cart tours as residents complain about traffic, licences and illegal parking. Also: Kevin Sinfield completes seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise money for motor neurone disease causes. Hoje: Roma controla os carros de golfe · Kevin Sinfield termina sete ultramaratonas. Today’s European Portuguese focus: aumentou = increased. Vocabulary: o controlo (inspection or check), a multa (fine), a licença (licence). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: General Motors sales fall 5.5%, while Toyota sales rise with electric and hybrid vehicles. Also: Uzbekistan wins chess gold, while England's 11-year-old Sivanandan sets a new world age record. Hoje: Vendas da GM descem e Toyota sobe · Uzbequistão ganha ouro no xadrez. Today’s European Portuguese focus: ganhou = won. Vocabulary: medalha (medal), equipa (team), lugar (place). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Walmart will use light-up digital shelf labels to help shoppers and workers find products. Also: India and Pakistan will play each other on October 10, 2027, at the Cricket World Cup. Hoje: Etiquetas com luz ajudam nas lojas Walmart · Índia e Paquistão jogam no Mundial. Today’s European Portuguese focus: mostra = shows. Vocabulary: etiqueta (label), prateleira (shelf), corredor (aisle). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-02 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Swiss glaciers lose 5.5% of their ice in 2026, threatening water supplies, rivers and farming. Also: An AI-generated image of Greta Garbo appears in a Swedish advertisement, raising questions about her future in films. Hoje: Os glaciares suíços perdem muito gelo · Greta Garbo aparece num anúncio com inteligência artificial. Today’s European Portuguese focus: fez = did or made. Vocabulary: os olhos (eyes), o cabelo (hair), a roupa (clothes). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-10-01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Oura delays its US stock-market listing days after announcing the plan. Also: An 87-year-old woman will return to her Madrid home with a lower rent after mass protests. Hoje: Oura adia a entrada na bolsa · Maricarmen volta para casa com renda mais baixa. Today’s European Portuguese focus: para uma votação no Parlamento = for a vote in Parliament. Vocabulary: a casa (home or house), a renda (rent), o prédio (building). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time and deploys 26 Starlink satellites before returning to Earth. Also: Smart-ring maker Oura prepares to go public, seeking more than $2 billion while facing questions about health-data privacy. Hoje: A Starship chega à órbita · A Oura prepara entrada na bolsa. Today’s European Portuguese focus: estar a mais infinitivo = to be doing something. Vocabulary: o voo (flight), a subida (ascent), o motor (engine). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Lime bike and scooter users surge in England, pushing profits above £4 million. Also: Veracruz's 300-year-old son jarocho tradition and La Bamba fandangos are spreading worldwide. Hoje: Mais utilizadores para as bicicletas Lime · A tradição musical de Veracruz. Today’s European Portuguese focus: não usa, does not use = does not use. Vocabulary: tradição (tradition), praça (square), osso (bone). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Britain's growing love of purple ube faces a halt as the Philippines stops fresh exports, raising concerns about supply and prices. Also: Researchers suggest drones could deliver defibrillators faster to people having cardiac arrests, potentially giving more than 97% of cases nearby access. Hoje: Exportações de ube fresco param · Drones levam desfibrilhadores mais depressa. Today’s European Portuguese focus: poder, to be able to; can; may = to be able to; can; may. Vocabulary: a raiz (root), o sabor (flavour), a bebida (drink or beverage). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-27 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Microsoft's new Surface computers meet the old Copilot+ PC requirements but no longer use that name. Also: Five cheetah cubs in Prague survived powerful storms and their mother's illness. Hoje: Novos Surface sem o nome Copilot+ PC · Cinco crias de chita sobrevivem a tempos difíceis. Today’s European Portuguese focus: ficar = to become or get. Vocabulary: o pelo (fur), a chuva (rain), doente (ill or sick). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Nene Royal becomes the first Thai winner of America's Got Talent after performing heavy metal, winning a one-million-dollar prize. Also: Sales of Chinese hybrid cars surge in the European Union, raising concerns about the future of European carmakers. Hoje: Nene Royal vence grande concurso de música · Aumentam as vendas de híbridos chineses. Today’s European Portuguese focus: canta = sings. Vocabulary: música (music), cantor (singer), prémio (prize). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: OpenAI gives Ukraine free cyber defence tools to protect hospitals and power plants. Also: Germany sets a first clear target to phase out fossil fuels by 2045. Hoje: OpenAI ajuda a Ucrânia · Alemanha quer acabar com fósseis. Today’s European Portuguese focus: vai dar, will give = will give. Vocabulary: o governo (the government), a ferramenta (the tool), a meta (the goal). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Silicon Valley investor launches a tuition-free AI academy with no tests or homework, aimed at young people who want to build companies. Also: Qantas plans to sell tickets for a nonstop New York to Sydney flight starting next August, with service beginning in 2028 and lasting about 18 hours. Hoje: Escola de IA · Voos sem escala. Today’s European Portuguese focus: aceitar candidaturas = to accept applications. Vocabulary: academia (academy), candidaturas (applications), vagas (slots). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: British drivers and small businesses are hit by rising diesel prices, with costs nearing £2 a litre. Also: World leaders in New York talk about the climate crisis, extreme weather, and cleaner energy. Hoje: Gasóleo muito caro na Grã-Bretanha · Líderes falam do clima em Nova Iorque. Today’s European Portuguese focus: A ficar muito caro (to be getting very expensive) = to be getting very expensive. Vocabulary: gasóleo (diesel), preço (price), litro (litre). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-22 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A U.S. family weighs another child as childcare costs soar, until the grandmother offers to move and help care for the baby. Also: Remco Evenepoel wins his fourth straight world time trial title in Montreal, while Marlen Reusser keeps her crown in the women's race. Hoje: Avós ajudam com os filhos · Evenepoel ganha outra vez. Today’s European Portuguese focus: estão a procurar ajuda, are looking for help = are looking for help. Vocabulary: a creche (daycare), o neto (grandson), a ajuda (help). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google says Gemini entered three company websites in a security test, guessed passwords from public information, and then stopped. Also: New research suggests betel nuts were used long ago, with ancient teeth giving clues about an old habit that still affects millions today. Hoje: Gemini entra em três sites · Uso antigo de noz de betel. Today’s European Portuguese focus: O modelo parou, the model stopped = the model stopped. Vocabulary: palavras-passe (passwords), cautela (caution), dentes (teeth). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google says Gemini entered three companies during a security test, after looking up public information and guessing passwords. Also: Researchers found ancient teeth with signs that may show very old betel nut chewing, linking past habits to a substance many people still use today. Hoje: Gemini entra em três empresas · Dentes antigos e betel. Today’s European Portuguese focus: diz = says. Vocabulary: palavras-passe (passwords), informações (information), testes (tests). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Japan's central bank raises rates again to fight rising prices, with a split vote and possible further increases. Also: Australia pushes new online safety rules for children, including a social media account ban and more platform responsibility. Hoje: Japão sobe juros outra vez · Austrália quer regras online. Today’s European Portuguese focus: quer travar esse efeito = wants to curb that effect. Vocabulary: taxa (rate), subir (to rise), banco (bank). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A text service in Kenya starts answering pregnancy questions, sorting urgent messages, and helping women without easy internet or smartphones. Also: Canada welcomes a possible new associate role with the European Union, as leaders talk about defence, minerals, energy, and tariffs. Hoje: Grávidas falam por SMS · Canadá e União Europeia. Today’s European Portuguese focus: são mais fortes juntos, are stronger together = are stronger together. Vocabulary: pergunta (question), inchaço (swelling), fila (queue). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Slow, clear European Portuguese at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Max Verstappen races a kart against 100 others at Silverstone, with a tough start and a rule that knocks rivals out when he passes them. Also: A Cuban man says he was sent to the Central African Republic and left in legal limbo after deportation from the United States. Hoje: Verstappen corre contra 100 karts · Homem cubano na República Centro-Africana. Today’s European Portuguese focus: pensou que era mentira, thought it was a lie = thought it was a lie. Vocabulary: pesadelo (nightmare), aviso (warning), acordo (agreement). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a1-2026-09-17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.