The Portugal News logo
Inbox

Subscribe to our newsletter

Read today's Portuguese stories delivered to your email.

Latest News

Weekend weather forecast

Sun will shine again In News - 12 May 2026, 14:33

Smart Investors See Portugal’s Optionality—Not Just Returns

In Business - 12 May 2026, 13:03

Is the old order of British politics gone forever?

In Opinion - 12 May 2026, 12:31

Algarve city expands municipal housing plans

In News, Property - 12 May 2026, 12:03

Weather warning issued in all Portugal districts

In News - 12 May 2026, 11:33

Support The Portugal News

12 May 2026, 11:33

What is happening to our weather in Portugal?

In Environment - 02 May 2026, 10:01


Portugal river beach has 30-degree water and is the best in Europe

In Hidden Gems - 01 May 2026, 17:03


Where to watch the solar eclipse in Portugal?

In News, Curiosity - 01 May 2026, 18:03


Train station in Portugal to be renovated

In News - 02 May 2026, 13:03


The housing crisis is not a mystery - It is a problem that Portugal insists on complicating

In Property - 02 May 2026, 15:01



Storms alter Portugal beach profiles and authorities warns bathers

In News - 02 May 2026, 18:03


Portugal football stadium to be renovated

In News - 03 May 2026, 07:03


The perfect beach bar in the Algarve

In Algarve - 01 May 2026, 19:05


Spotlight

Most Viewed

New Nationality Law in Portugal only applies to new applications

In News - 11 May 2026, 16:03

Weather warning issued in Portugal

In News - 11 May 2026, 11:03

Snow fell again in Portugal

In News - 10 May 2026, 16:12

What Does Portugal’s New Nationality Law Mean?

In News - 10 May 2026, 18:01

Portugal is facing extended water cuts next week

In News - 11 May 2026, 12:03

Passengers with cancelled flights due to lack of fuel won’t have any compensation

In News, Travel - 11 May 2026, 17:03

The Portuguese market has slowed down, but the problem remains unresolved

In Property - 10 May 2026, 15:01

Golden Visas holders to file lawsuit against Portugal over the new Nationality Law

In News - 11 May 2026, 13:33

Support The Portugal News

11 May 2026, 13:33

This week's issue

Edition 1887 09 May 2026
Previous Editions

Other publications

Mercadona announces opening of new store in Portugal – in the Algarve

In a press release sent to The Portugal News, Mercadona announces that the opening of a... In News, Business, Algarve - 12 May 2026, 11:03

Portugal competes for a spot in the Eurovision final

Portugal will compete on 12 May for a place in the final of the 70th Eurovision Song... In News, Culture, Portugal, Music - 12 May 2026, 10:33

Today’s Portugal Weather Forecast – 12/05/2026

Check out the video! In News - 12 May 2026, 10:04

André Ventura wants a referendum on the loss of nationality in Portugal

André Ventura, president of Chega, asked the other right-wing parties to reaffirm the... In News, Politics - 12 May 2026, 10:03

Benfica drops to third place after match with Braga

Benfica and Sporting Braga drew 2-2 on 11 May in Lisbon, in the 33rd and penultimate round... In News, Sport - 12 May 2026, 09:33

Thousands expected in the most famous pilgrimage in Portugal

Thousands of faithful are expected on 12 and 13 May at the Sanctuary of Fatima for the... In News - 12 May 2026, 09:03

Travel regret among Portuguese is getting more common

Travel is often sold as something transformative, the perfect escape.  In News, Travel - 12 May 2026, 08:03

Portuguese cinema reopens after floods

The CinemaCity Leiria complex will reopen on 21 May, more than three months after its... In News, Culture - 12 May 2026, 07:33

Real Estate trends in Comporta and Carvalhal

In Property - 12 May 2026, 07:03

New construction costs in Portugal rise

In News, Property - 11 May 2026, 19:33

German tourist wins compensation in hotel lack of sunbed dispute

In News, Europe - 11 May 2026, 19:03

Did you see the heavy rain in Coimbra today?

In News - 11 May 2026, 18:31

IMF calls for review of Portugal youth home-buying support

In News, Property, Economy - 11 May 2026, 17:33

Algarve city set to host Europe’s Top Windsurfers

In News, Sport, Algarve - 11 May 2026, 16:33

The latest news wherever you are

Download the mobile app and enjoy the smoothest experience.

Download on the App Store Get in on Google Play
TPN mobile app

News

Demand for Portuguese language courses among immigrants increases

Portuguese as a Host Language (PLA) courses, with growing demand in the country, have boosted the integration of immigrants in... In News - 11 May 2026, 15:33

50-metre panoramic lift reopens in Portuguese city

The Boca do Vento panoramic lift in Almada has reopened after two months of renovation... In News, Portugal, Lisbon - 11 May 2026, 15:03

Liverpool to create permanent memorial for Diogo Jota

In News, Sport - 11 May 2026, 14:33


Unique wasp species found in Portugal for the first time

In News, Science - 11 May 2026, 14:03


Portugal continues to invest in CCTV

In News - 11 May 2026, 13:03

The Portugal News logo Exclusives

Gifting Portuguese flavours

Mala de Portugal creates curated gift suitcases filled with Portuguese delicacies, made to surprise and delight. In Lifestyle, Food & Drink, Algarve, Business - 12 May 2026, 14:01

Smart Investors See Portugal’s Optionality—Not Just Returns

The world’s wealthiest families rarely make investments for just one reason. In Business

Is the old order of British politics gone forever?

Check out the video! In Opinion

Mercadona announces opening of new store in Portugal – in the Algarve

In News, Business, Algarve

Today’s Portugal Weather Forecast – 12/05/2026

In News

Education

CLIP Oporto International School Joins Dukes Education, Further Strengthening International Education in Northern Portugal

Dukes Education is pleased to announce that CLIP Oporto International School has officially joined the Dukes Education family,... In Education - 08 May 2026, 12:14

CJD Hosts Second-Annual Inter-School “24 Game” Mathematics Tournament

Colégio Júlio Dinis (CJD) recently hosted the second edition of its Inter-School “24... In Education - 06 May 2026, 12:15

The start of IB exams: Advice from a counsellor on how to handle stress

In Education - 05 May 2026, 09:38


British School of Lisbon’s Restelo Campus: A New Hub for World-Class Learning in Portugal

In Education - 28 Feb 2026, 14:39


British School of Lisbon Announces Partnership with Dukes Education, Strengthening its Position as a Leading International School

In Education - 28 Feb 2026, 14:26

Editor's Choice

Portugal becoming a strategic European hub for AI-ready data centres

In News, Economy - 08 May 2026, 12:03

Learning

The Portugal News Launches Education in Portugal Platform and Magazine

A New Chapter for Education Coverage In Learning - 11 May 2026, 08:57

Bilingual children’s book tells the story of Queen Saint Isabel

Miracle of the Roses / O Milagre das Rosas, published by Riso Books, follows the... In News, Culture - 07 May 2026, 10:33

Student Leadership at The Portimão Soup Kitchen: Feeding Hearts

In Learning - 04 May 2026, 14:34


The Global Archive of Lisbon

In Lisbon - 04 May 2026, 07:31


Portugal university studying storks eating habits

In News, Science - 03 May 2026, 09:03

Portugal

7 Reasons a Portugal Golf Holiday Should Be on Your Bucket List

Discover why Portugal is a top golf destination with world-class courses, year-round sunshine, and luxury resorts. In Travel - 12 May 2026, 11:15

The 9th Browns Walking Football Festival 2026 in the Algarve

Check out the video! In Sport - 11 May 2026, 13:31

Algarve city plans bid for Portugal Capital of Culture 2028

In News, Culture, Algarve - 11 May 2026, 10:03


Today’s Portugal Weather Forecast – 11/05/2026

In News - 11 May 2026, 09:04


World

EU-Mercosur agreement enters provisional phase

The agreement introduces new trade measures between the EU and Mercosur countries following more than two decades of negotiations. In News, Europe, South America, Economy - 10 May 2026, 10:03

Ireland's Saint in Lisbon

Check out the video! In Lisbon - 10 May 2026, 09:31



Enjoying our content?

Subscribe to
our newsletter

Business

Portugal exports decrease

Exports of goods fell by 6.5% and imports increased by 2.7% year-on-year, widening the trade deficit by €2,122 million to... In News, Economy - 10 May 2026, 13:33

Cargo handling to increase in Lisbon port

The Port of Lisbon has projected 4.8% growth in cargo handling by 2026, driven by... In News - 10 May 2026, 11:03

Electric cars and when there is a lack of scale, there is a lot of improvisation

In Business - 10 May 2026, 07:01



Portugal to have a new data centre

In News - 09 May 2026, 12:03

Portugal Visas

5 Reasons US Investors Are Choosing Portugal’s Golden Visa

Portugal’s Golden Visa continues to attract growing interest from Americans seeking greater international mobility, long-term... In Portugal Visas - 08 May 2026, 10:13

We Asked Experts Why Americans and Brits are Moving to Portugal

Portugal continues to attract growing numbers of international residents, particularly... In Portugal Visas - 01 May 2026, 14:44

Portuguese cities lead the way for family-friendly living in Europe

In Portugal Visas - 30 Apr 2026, 12:08


€54Bn Impact: The Truth About Portugal’s Golden Visa

In Portugal Visas - 24 Apr 2026, 17:31


Golden Visas Are Disappearing in Europe — Why Portugal’s Survives

In Portugal Visas - 24 Apr 2026, 15:50

Invest

Lisbon's Most Exciting New Address Is Across the River

By: Paloma Schafer of Maven Investment Management  In Invest - 17 Apr 2026, 09:40

Portugal Approves National Data Centre Plan

By: Miguel Gama Albuquerque, Head of Development and Managing Partner at Maven Investment... In Invest - 15 Apr 2026, 11:40

Portugal as a Safe Haven for Capital Allocation

In Invest - 13 Apr 2026, 13:35


In Portugal's Property Market, Who Is Looking Out for You

In Invest - 13 Apr 2026, 10:05


From Brazil to Portugal: The New Shift in Migration

In Invest - 08 Apr 2026, 12:15

Travel

Monchique: Where peace meets the sky

There is a hush that descends as you leave the Algarve’s bustling coast and climb toward the town of Monchique.  In Algarve - 10 May 2026, 17:01

Portuguese cities among the most sought-after for short trips

TUI Musement, analysing Google searches, concludes that Portuguese cities are among the... In News, Travel, Tourism, Lisbon, Porto & North - 09 May 2026, 19:03

Where should you travel to in July?

In Travel, Tourism - 09 May 2026, 14:55


The famous Initiation Villa in Sintra

In Travel - 09 May 2026, 14:31


Portugal rules out remote working and reducing air travel due to fuel prices

In News - 08 May 2026, 19:03

Property

The Portuguese market is not wrong - The system needs to change

There is an increasingly common narrative when talking about real estate in Portugal: prices are high because the market is out of... In Property - 11 May 2026, 07:01

Fewer transactions, more value: the new balance of real estate

The Portuguese real estate market has entered a more mature phase, where growth is no... In Property - 09 May 2026, 15:01

What the new Renters’ Rights Act means for tenants and landlords in the UK

In United Kingdom, Property - 09 May 2026, 09:03


60% of council rents in Lisbon are under €100

In News, Property - 08 May 2026, 16:03


Clubs to Hire and Golf Globe Launch Upmarket Property Company

In Property - 08 May 2026, 13:12

Residency by Investment

Stable Growth Keeps Portugal on the Radar of Global Investors

Economic growth forecasts for 2026 and continued hospitality investment underline Portugal’s long-term stability In News - 15 Jan 2026, 16:35

How Mercan Properties Is Helping Transform Local Regions in Portugal

Over the past decade, Mercan Properties has become one of the most active international... In Residency by Investment - 03 Dec 2025, 11:15

Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel Named One of the “TOP 100 of the World” for Sustainability

In Residency by Investment - 18 Nov 2025, 11:06



Mercan Sponsors Hospitality Investment Fund II as a New Investment Opportunity

In Residency by Investment - 31 Oct 2025, 11:13

Health HPA

Re-accreditation of the echocardiography laboratory at HPA Gambelas reinforces commitment to excellence

The HPA Health Group has secured the re-accreditation of the Echocardiography Laboratory at HPA Gambelas, reaffirming its ongoing... In Health HPA - 22 Apr 2026, 13:33

Parkinson’s: the challenge of moving life with hope

11 April marks World Parkinson’s Awareness Day. Established in 1998 by the World Health... In Health HPA - 10 Apr 2026, 08:10

Oral Health: The Gateway to Overall Well-being

In Health HPA - 20 Mar 2026, 10:01


The Silent Thief of Sight: How modern treatments are changing glaucoma care

In Health HPA - 13 Mar 2026, 08:31


Scarless Surgery in the Algarve

In Health HPA - 27 Feb 2026, 10:01

Science

Faces of Portuguese Research: Luísa Lopes

Luísa Lopes addresses ageing with an unusual combination of precision and hope. In Science - 10 May 2026, 11:31

Viking Wealth

Archaeologists in Norway have uncovered a record-breaking Viking coin hoard of nearly... In Europe, World, Science - 09 May 2026, 11:31


Rock Origins

In Science - 02 May 2026, 18:31


Culture

Portugal city keeping secular traditions

The Feiras Novas (New Fairs) have been celebrated for 200 years, a date commemorated on Tuesday, 5 May, passing down the... In News - 10 May 2026, 13:03

GAMA RAMA opens new cultural space

GAMA RAMA has entered an exciting new chapter with the opening of a larger space in the... In Algarve, Culture, Lifestyle - 09 May 2026, 13:01

Portugal city promoting free cultural events

In News - 09 May 2026, 08:03


Portuguese television workers call for Eurovision boycott

In News, Culture - 07 May 2026, 16:03


Portugal taking Netflix "Bridgerton" to the tables

In News, Culture, Business - 07 May 2026, 14:03

Other News

Art Festival: Celebrating the Magic of Art

A charitable event with something for everyone! In Community - 12 May 2026, 12:04

Celebrating 90 years: An evening in Honour of Barry Clayman

A memorable evening marked the celebration of Barry Clayman's 90th birthday in the... In Community - 12 May 2026, 09:04

Portugal - Energy

In its self-imposed period of green transition, Portugal has already come a long way to... In Opinion - 12 May 2026, 07:01

Celebrating a very special milestone: 20 years of legendary Love Riot parties

On Saturday, May 23, headlining the party, we have Kapote, one of the hottest names in... In Community - 11 May 2026, 16:27

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

These are our top podcast picks. In Lifestyle - 11 May 2026, 15:06

Eight minutes to find love in Portugal

The dating app Eight started to gain traction at the end of 2024 and was launched on 14... In Lifestyle - 11 May 2026, 09:01