LISBON, Aug. 1 (Xinhua) -- Mainland Portugal recorded 264 excess deaths during the heat alert period that began a week ago, a 21.2 percent increase compared to the expected number, mainly among people ...

RAMALLAH, Aug. 1 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas welcomed on Friday Portugal's announcement of its intention to take steps to pave the way for its recognition of the Palestinian state ...