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  A2 European Portuguese News | Why the US Federal Reserve Raised Rates Again 17.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: The US central bank raises interest rates for the first time in over three years, as inflation stays high and borrowers feel the pressure. Also: Syria's parliament abolishes an old anti-terror court and raises fresh tensions in the north-east.Hoje: Fed sobe juros outra vez · Síria acaba com tribunal antigo.Today’s European Portuguese focus: reuniu-se, gathered together / met = gathered together / met. Vocabulary: juro (interest rate), meta (target), preço (price).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Why Did NATO Shoot Down a Drone Over Lithuania? 16.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A NATO jet shoots down a suspected Russian drone over Lithuania, after it entered from Belarus. Also: GM launches a new in-car software experience for redesigned pickup trucks.Hoje: Drone suspeito abatido na Lituânia · GM lança novo software nos carros.Today’s European Portuguese focus: estão a ser examinados, are being examined = are being examined. Vocabulary: suspeito (suspected), destroços (debris), examinar (to examine).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Why Iran's Nuclear Chief Was Blocked from Vienna 15.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Iran's nuclear chief is blocked from attending a Vienna IAEA conference after a visa reversal, and Tehran accuses the US of pressure. Also: Finland joins France's nuclear deterrence initiative, adding new European security ties as doubts grow about Russia and US protection.Hoje: Chefe nuclear do Irão impedido de ir a Viena · Finlândia junta-se ao guarda-chuva nuclear francês.Today’s European Portuguese focus: ir a Viena, to go to Vienna = to go to Vienna. Vocabulary: visto (visa), reunião (meeting), equipa (team).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can Céline Dion Pull Off Her Comeback? 14.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A John Deere tractor is repaired with the company's self-repair service, but farmers are still skeptical. Also: Céline Dion returns to the stage in Paris after years away and a health battle.Hoje: Trator reparado sozinho · Regresso de Céline Dion.Today’s European Portuguese focus: fez uma promessa, made a promise = made a promise. Vocabulary: a relva (grass), o clique (click), os fios (wires).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-14 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can USA Keep Their 35-Game Run Alive? 13.09.2026 6min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: The USA beat Spain 76-66 in a tense semifinal and stretched their winning run to 35 games before a final against France. Also: UK data shows AI may be hurting computer science job prospects, with fewer graduates landing coding and software roles.Hoje: EUA vencem Espanha e vão à final · IA afeta emprego de licenciados.Today’s European Portuguese focus: vai ser, is going to be = is going to be. Vocabulary: vantagem (lead), ritmo (pace), pontos (points).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Sabalenka and Rybakina Face Off for US Open Glory 12.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Sabalenka and Rybakina meet in the US Open women's final in New York, with the title and world ranking on the line. Also: Rosh Hashanah begins, and the shofar's horn sound becomes the holiday's powerful ritual voice.Hoje: Sabalenka e Rybakina na final · O som do shofar.Today’s European Portuguese focus: é tocado, is played = is played. Vocabulary: chifre (horn), som (sound), festa (celebration).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can Macy's Turnaround Keep Growing? 11.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Macy's reports stronger results, lifts its outlook, and says its turnaround is taking hold. Also: Android now lets people securely move logins between password managers on their phone.Hoje: Macy’s melhora resultados e sobe previsões · Android muda logins entre gestores.Today’s European Portuguese focus: funciona com a aplicação da Google, works with the Google app = works with the Google app. Vocabulary: telemóvel (mobile phone), opção (option), aplicação (app).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can Coco Gauff Come Back to Win? 10.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Coco Gauff saves two match points and reaches the US Open semifinals after a tough comeback win. Also: Scientists find signs that ancient foragers in Indonesia may have used betel nuts 25,000 years ago.Hoje: Gauff dá a volta e vence · Noz-de-bétele com sinais antigos.Today’s European Portuguese focus: vencer = to win. Vocabulary: reviravolta (turnaround), desgaste (wear), hipótese (hypothesis).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Will Apple Deliver Its First Foldable Phone? 09.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Apple is expected to show its first foldable phone and new CEO John Ternus at a September 9 event. Also: A European watchdog says illegal cigarette factories are growing across the EU and costing billions in tax revenue.Hoje: Apple mostra iPhone dobrável · Fábricas ilegais crescem na UE.Today’s European Portuguese focus: vai apresentar = is going to present. Vocabulary: o relatório (report), o dinheiro (money), a produção (production).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-09 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | How One Small Town Sheltered 7,000 Stranded People 07.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A small town in Newfoundland sheltered thousands of stranded passengers after 38 planes were grounded on 9/11, turning churches, schools, and a hockey rink into places of refuge. Also: Jamaica is taking a slavery reparations petition to King Charles, asking for legal advice on whether the forced transport of Africans to Jamaica was lawful and what Britain owes.Hoje: Gander recebe 7.000 pessoas · Jamaica leva petição ao rei.Today’s European Portuguese focus: Estamos a falar de Gander., we are talking about Gander = we are talking about Gander. Vocabulary: o abrigo (shelter), o voluntário (volunteer), o conselho (advice).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | How One Small Town Sheltered 7,000 Stranded People 07.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A small Canadian town quickly shelters 7,000 stranded passengers and crew after 38 flights are grounded on 9/11. Also: Jamaica brings a slavery reparations petition to King Charles in London, pushing for legal answers and restitution.Hoje: Gander acolhe 7 mil pessoas · Jamaica leva petição a Carlos.Today’s European Portuguese focus: foi fechado, was closed = was closed. Vocabulary: a cidade (the town), os moradores (the residents), os mantimentos (supplies).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Is OpenAI Crossing the AI Line? 06.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: OpenAI says its new model may have crossed into AGI, while experts warn that safety incidents and self-improving systems could push AI past control. Also: Sara Duterte posts bail in Manila after an arrest order over alleged threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two others.Hoje: OpenAI diz ter passado o limite · Sara Duterte paga fiança em Manila.Today’s European Portuguese focus: pagou fiança, paid bail = paid bail. Vocabulary: a fiança (bail), o mandado (arrest warrant), os apoiantes (supporters).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-06 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Why This $650 Phone Is Made to Last 05.09.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A $650 Fairphone is built to last and to be repaired, even if that means trade-offs in style or toughness. Also: Researchers complete a second full map of a fruit fly brain, helping science study every neuron and connection.Hoje: Telemóvel para durar · Mapa completo do cérebro da mosca.Today’s European Portuguese focus: pode significar, can mean = can mean. Vocabulary: o telemóvel (mobile phone), a peça (part), o aparelho (device).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-05 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can India's Internet Handle One Weak Spot? 04.09.2026 6min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: India's internet relies on a tiny area near Mumbai, where most of its submarine cables land close together. We look at why that creates a risk for international data and faster. Also: France says it has recorded its hottest summer ever, after severe heatwaves, excess deaths, and major wildfires. We break down what happened and why officials are worried about.Hoje: A internet da Índia e os cabos · França teve o verão mais quente.Today’s European Portuguese focus: ligam o país a outros continentes, connect the country to other continents = connect the country to other continents. Vocabulary: o cabo (cable), a largura (width), o risco (risk).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Google Avoids a Big Breakup in Court 03.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: A shooting in downtown Minneapolis leaves two dead and several injured, including police officers. Also: A US judge refuses to force Google to sell its ad exchange, while key details remain sealed.Hoje: Tiroteio em Minneapolis · Google evita divisão dos anúncios.Today’s European Portuguese focus: está a ser, is being = is being. Vocabulary: vítima (victim), leilão (auction), sigilo (secrecy).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Ikea Cuts Prices as Shoppers Feel the Squeeze 02.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Ikea cuts prices across Europe to help customers facing higher living costs, spending €1.2bn and lowering some items by up to 28%. Also: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after warning the White House about Pete Hegseth's firing of senior officers and blocked promotions.Hoje: Ikea baixa preços na Europa · Saída de Driscoll levanta dúvidas.Today’s European Portuguese focus: estar a + infinitivo, to be doing = to be doing. Vocabulary: a empresa (the company), os lucros (profits), a loja (the store).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-02 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Turkmenistan Starts Fixing 8 Methane Leaks 01.09.2026 7min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Turkmenistan has started fixing eight methane leaks from old oil and gas facilities, after being named the worst country for methane mega-leaks. Also: NASA launches the Roman Space Telescope, a $4.3 billion mission with a huge camera to help widen our view of the Universe.Hoje: Turquemenistão repara oito fugas · NASA lança telescópio Roman.Today’s European Portuguese focus: está a reparar = is repairing = is repairing. Vocabulary: fuga (leak), poço (well), tocha (flare).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-09-01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can Australia Free Oscar Jenkins From Russia? 31.08.2026 6min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Australia is working with Russian officials to try to secure Oscar Jenkins' release, while the minister avoids saying whether a prisoner swap is being discussed. Also: A test found popular AI chatbots usually pushed back against foreign propaganda better than search engines, though AI summaries at the top of search results performed worse.Hoje: Austrália tenta libertar Oscar Jenkins · Chatbots de IA resistem à propaganda.Today’s European Portuguese focus: está a trabalhar = is working = is working. Vocabulary: narrativas (narratives), pesquisa (search), fontes (sources).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-08-31 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can Nepal Find the Thousands Still Missing? 30.08.2026 6min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: Nepal's flood death toll keeps rising, with thousands still missing and rescue teams still at work. Also: One Nation wins a Western Australia byelection, and Barnaby Joyce says politics has changed.Hoje: Cheias no Nepal, desaparecidos · One Nation vence em Secret Harbour.Today’s European Portuguese focus: já resgataram, they have already rescued = they have already rescued. Vocabulary: a cheia (flood), os desaparecidos (the missing people), o resgate (rescue).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-08-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  A2 European Portuguese News | Can the UK Keep Up in the AI Race? 29.08.2026 8min

  Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.In this episode: UK telecoms may not keep up with rising AI traffic, and executives warn that slow 5G upgrades and weak mobile coverage could hurt the country's competitiveness. Also: Some American businesses are getting tariff refunds after a court ruling, but many consumers may never see any money back.Hoje: Redes britânicas ficam para trás · Reembolsos de tarifas nos EUA.Today’s European Portuguese focus: estar em andamento, to be underway = to be underway. Vocabulary: o reembolso (refund), o cliente (customer), o custo (cost).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-08-29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.