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The Empowered Voices of the Sea Podcast

Celebrating a monumental milestone in collaborative storytelling, the premiere episode of a groundbreaking video series has... In Lifestyle - 15 Jul 2026, 19:10

Portugal beach ownership petition submitted to Parliament

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 19:03

Desert dust is increasing in Europe

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 18:33

European Union urges Portugal to step up action on housing and healthcare

In News, Housing, Health - 15 Jul 2026, 18:03

The Portugal News launches the Portugal Handbook

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 17:31

AIMA to include automatic NISS assignment starting in late July

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 17:03

Festival F brings contemporary Portuguese music to the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 15 Jul 2026, 16:33

Amendments to the Portugal Nationality Law double redemptions in "Golden Visa" funds

In News - 26 Jun 2026, 17:03


More than 1,200 foreign residents file complaint over Portugal Nationality Law changes

In News - 26 Jun 2026, 12:03


New Nationality Law: the decree on loss of nationality in Portugal rejected

In News - 03 Jul 2026, 12:47


Portugal Nationality Law may be changed

In News, Politics - 03 Jul 2026, 12:03


Active fire in Portugal has already burned more than 7000 hectares

In News - 03 Jul 2026, 13:33


First Southern Ground Hornbill was born in Portugal

In News, Good News, Algarve - 03 Jul 2026, 14:03


Donald Trump sends message to Portugal

In News - 03 Jul 2026, 17:03


Fewer foreign workers in Portugal social security records

In News - 03 Jul 2026, 18:03


The benefits of buying cheaper fuel in Spain may be ending for Portugal drivers

In News - 04 Jul 2026, 12:03


Fuel prices will increase

In News - 04 Jul 2026, 14:03

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Smooth arrivals at Faro Airport as passengers clear passport control in minutes

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 18:52

The Portuguese beaches Cristiano Ronaldo chooses for family holidays

In Lifestyle - 14 Jul 2026, 18:03

Portugal proposes adding Russia and Vietnam to tax haven list

In News, Business - 14 Jul 2026, 16:03

Portugal under norovirus outbreak mainly affecting Caldas da Rainha

In News, Health - 14 Jul 2026, 11:03

European Union sues Portugal – this time because of immigration rules

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 12:33

Gibraltar to remove border controls with Spain in landmark Post-Brexit agreement

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 14:33

Study reveals the habits of the Portuguese on board

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 13:03

Portugal begins to look into space

In Business - 14 Jul 2026, 07:01

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New green park opens in Portugal as major Setúbal residential project progresses

A new 30,000-square-metre green park has been completed in Setúbal as work continues on... In News - 15 Jul 2026, 16:03

11 New Butterflies Found in Portugal in Study Conducted in Loulé

In a study promoted by the Loulé City Hall and the Vita Nativa Association, 11 new... In News, Science - 15 Jul 2026, 15:33

Portugal Moves to Join NATO Satellite Surveillance Network

Portugal is preparing to join a NATO satellite surveillance programme that could... In News - 15 Jul 2026, 15:03

Algarve makes an additional €20 million available to boost water efficiency

The Algarve 2030 Regional Program has launched a new call for proposals, making €20... In News, Algarve - 15 Jul 2026, 14:33

Masterclass in Dallas: Spain Outclass France to Reach World Cup Final

A tactically flawless performance saw Luis de la Fuente’s men neutralise the French... In Sport - 15 Jul 2026, 14:03

US companies remain confident in Portugal despite global uncertainty

A new survey finds American businesses continue to view Portugal as an attractive place to... In News, Business - 15 Jul 2026, 13:34

Algarve Takes Centre Stage in New York Tourism Showcase

The Algarve is being promoted in New York today through a dedicated event combining food,... In News - 15 Jul 2026, 13:33

Why There Are So Many Cows in the Azores

Check out the video! In Madeira & Azores - 15 Jul 2026, 13:31

Porto and Airbnb advocate for new tourism governance at a conference in the city

In News, Tourism - 15 Jul 2026, 13:03

Portugal could set a 30% tree cover target for urban neighbourhoods by 2035

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 12:03

Portuguese airports handled more than 7 million passengers in May

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 11:03

New maternity hospital in Portugal is set to move forward in Coimbra

In News, Health - 15 Jul 2026, 10:03

WHO reveals that 13 million children were not vaccinated

In News, Health - 15 Jul 2026, 09:33

Pope Leo XIV appoints new Bishop of the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 15 Jul 2026, 09:03

Portugal Weather Today (15 July): Cloudier Skies Expected Across Parts of the Country

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 08:01

Space already weighs on the Portuguese economy

In Economy - 15 Jul 2026, 07:01

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Portugal to invest €1 million in new river beach for summer leisure in Braga

Braga is set to expand its network of inland bathing areas by creating a new river beach in the parish of Navarra, which is part... In News - 14 Jul 2026, 19:33

PAW Patrol Live returns to Portugal with new interactive family show

PAW Patrol is coming to Portugal this December with a brand-new live production that will... In News, Events - 14 Jul 2026, 19:03

Lidl recalls Dubai chocolate-style ice cream due to the presence of an allergen

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 18:33


37-Hectare Island in Ria de Aveiro Goes to Auction for €750,000

In News, Housing - 14 Jul 2026, 17:03


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The Empowered Voices of the Sea Podcast

Celebrating a monumental milestone in collaborative storytelling, the premiere episode of a groundbreaking video series has... In Lifestyle - 15 Jul 2026, 19:10

Masterclass in Dallas: Spain Outclass France to Reach World Cup Final

A tactically flawless performance saw Luis de la Fuente’s men neutralise the French... In Sport

Why There Are So Many Cows in the Azores

Check out the video! In Madeira & Azores

Portugal Weather Today (15 July): Cloudier Skies Expected Across Parts of the Country

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Space already weighs on the Portuguese economy

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Education

CJD celebrates Family Day with youngest learners and their families

Colégio Júlio Dinis International School recently celebrated its Family Day, a special event dedicated to its youngest students... In Education - 14 Jun 2026, 18:49

International Sharing School Lisbon Welcomes Aatif Hassan

International Sharing School Lisbon recently welcomed Aatif Hassan, Founder and Chairman... In Education - 09 Jun 2026, 11:07

United Lisbon Students Step Into the World of Work

In Education - 05 Jun 2026, 07:01


Advice from United Lisbon International School’s Guidance Counsellor Before Starting University

In Education - 03 Jun 2026, 13:29


How Do We Know What We Know? United Lisbon International School Hosts Annual TOK Exhibition

In Education - 27 May 2026, 13:02

Editor's Choice

The Portugal News launches the Portugal Handbook

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 17:31

Historic Estoril summer house in Portugal transformed into €6.95 million luxury home

In News, Housing - 13 Jul 2026, 16:03

Portugal in top 30 wealthiest countries

In News, Economy - 01 Jul 2026, 17:03

Fábrica do Inglês Cork Museum reopens in the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 23 Jun 2026, 15:33

Learning

Forbes 30 Under 30 recognises Gonçalo Santos on a journey that began in Madeira and now reaches the Algarve

Gonçalo Santos has been recognised in the 2026 edition of Forbes Portugal’s 30 Under 30, recognising young leaders making a... In Learning - 13 Jul 2026, 10:19

The Surprising Portuguese Origins of Words You Didn’t Know

Words have a funny way of carrying history with them.  In Curiosity - 12 Jul 2026, 14:01

Portuguese university has a new rector

In News - 12 Jul 2026, 07:03


18 Portuguese schools recognised in Lidl programme promoting healthy and sustainable eating

In News, Learning - 10 Jul 2026, 10:03


Portugal will have a new university

In News, Education - 09 Jul 2026, 10:03

Portugal

3 Things I Learned in One Day at The Portugal News

A productive week... by Eva-Marie Fernandez In Portugal - 14 Jul 2026, 17:31

Weekend weather forecast

Warm weekend ahead In News - 14 Jul 2026, 14:03


Silves celebrates the golden age of poets and scholars at the 21st Medieval Fair

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 12:03


Summer Gala at Pine Cliffs Resort: An Unforgettable Night with Jessie J

In Music, Algarve - 14 Jul 2026, 10:01

World

British authorities receive dossier containing new leads in the Madeleine McCann case

In recent weeks, Scotland Yard has received a dossier considered “crucial” to the investigation into Madeleine McCann’s... In News - 13 Jul 2026, 10:03

Walking Shark

Scientists have discovered a new species of walking shark off the coast of Papua New... In Asia, World, Environment, Science - 11 Jul 2026, 18:31



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Business

The Best Beach Clubs in the Algarve

The Algarve is home to some of Portugal's most spectacular beaches, but sometimes it's nice to swap your towel on the sand for a... In News, Algarve, Food & Drink, Business - 13 Jul 2026, 19:01

Portugal sees decade-high surge in invention patent applications

In 2025, Portugal recorded the highest volume of national patent applications for... In News, Business - 13 Jul 2026, 12:03

Why does Portugal continue to produce small companies?

In Business - 13 Jul 2026, 09:01


A Touch of Miami in the Algarve: Hotel Pestana South Beach Alvor

In Algarve, Business, Travel - 12 Jul 2026, 19:01


Portugal Visas

Moving to Portugal Made Simple: Why Trusted Partners Matter

Relocating to a new country can be an exciting opportunity, but it also brings a range of challenges that require careful planning... In Portugal Visas - 12 Jun 2026, 16:56

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

Lisbon and Porto have secured leading positions in a recent survey of Europe’s most... In Portugal Visas - 30 Apr 2026, 12:08

Why Families Are Relocating to Portugal — Safety, Schools & Lifestyle Explained

In Portugal Visas - 16 Apr 2026, 11:15


International student numbers surge in Portugal

In Portugal Visas - 23 Oct 2025, 10:31


British interest in relocating to Portugal surges ahead of UK tax changes

In Portugal Visas - 14 Oct 2025, 16:34

Invest

Can Foreign Buyers Get a Mortgage in Portugal? Here’s What You Need to Know

Portugal continues to attract buyers from around the world, but navigating a different banking system can feel daunting. The good... In Invest - 14 Jul 2026, 12:09

How investor’s demand is reshapping Alcácer do Sal

From overlooked inland town to emerging coastal alternative, Alcácer is attracting a new... In Invest - 08 Jun 2026, 16:06

Lisbon's Most Exciting New Address Is Across the River

In Invest - 17 Apr 2026, 09:40


Portugal Approves National Data Centre Plan

In Invest - 15 Apr 2026, 11:40


Portugal as a Safe Haven for Capital Allocation

In Invest - 13 Apr 2026, 13:35

Housing

These are the 25 cheapest municipalities to buy a home in Portugal

Buying a home in Portugal has become increasingly difficult, particularly in the country’s largest cities and most popular... In News, Housing - 14 Jul 2026, 15:03

Buying a detached house in Portugal can be cheaper than buying a flat

Swapping a flat for a detached house still represents an average additional investment of... In News, Housing - 13 Jul 2026, 17:33

The real housing problem is that Portugal no longer speaks the same language

In Housing - 12 Jul 2026, 18:01


The future of real estate is decided outside real estate

In Housing - 12 Jul 2026, 12:01


The Portuguese real estate market no longer lives on certainties

In Housing - 11 Jul 2026, 14:01

Sustainability

Portuguese scientists call for urgent reclassification of the Iberian rabbit to halt extinction

An international scientific study concluded that the Iberian Peninsula is home to two rabbit species, not just one, proposing the... In News, Sustainability , Environment - 13 Jul 2026, 12:33

You are not buying a house, you are buying a village

neos.life · Montemor-o-Novo · Alentejo In Sustainability - 10 Jul 2026, 08:01



Residency by Investment

Keranis Residences: A Landmark Reborn

Commencement of Redevelopment Works at the Historic Keranis Building In Residency by Investment - 16 Jun 2026, 10:50

Stable Growth Keeps Portugal on the Radar of Global Investors

Economic growth forecasts for 2026 and continued hospitality investment underline... In Residency by Investment - 15 Jan 2026, 16:35

How Mercan Properties Is Helping Transform Local Regions in Portugal

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


Luxury New Homes

Portugal's property market shows no signs of slowing, report reveals

Portugal continues to outperform the wider EU, UK and US property markets, according to the newly published Property Market-Index... In Luxury New Homes - 14 Jul 2026, 09:31

International buyers set sights on Portugal's Alentejo

A region once associated primarily with cork forests and an unhurried rural way of life is... In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jul 2026, 17:40

Inside the luxury new homes market of Estoril, Portugal’s historic riviera town

In Luxury New Homes - 01 Jul 2026, 12:57


Lagos sees rising demand for luxury new homes

In Luxury New Homes - 24 Jun 2026, 13:21


How Portugal Became Europe’s #1 New Homes Hotspot

In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jun 2026, 13:52

Arts

All Senses Night: An Intimate Evening of Wine, Art & Live Harp

Algarve Arts Academy, Saturday 20th June, 18:30–21:30 In Arts, Arts & Culture - 16 Jun 2026, 12:03

The Symphony of the Soul: Why the Harp is the Heartbeat of Algarve’s Most Exclusive Evening

There are events that fill a calendar, and then there are moments that redefine an entire... In Arts, Events, Algarve - 05 Jun 2026, 07:31

All Senses Night: An Intimate Evening of Wine, Art & Live Harp

In Arts - 29 May 2026, 07:31


Where Sip & Paint Meets Art History

In Arts, Events - 22 May 2026, 09:01

Portugal Handbook

A Guide to the Great Stages of the Countryside: 5 Unmissable Summer Festivals in the District of Viseu

When people think about summer festivals in Portugal, they often picture the coast or big cities.  In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:24

A Guide to Driving in Portugal: Everything You Need to Know Before You Hit the Road

Portugal consistently ranks among Europe's most beautiful countries to explore by car.... In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:15


What are dry thunderstorms and why are they common in Portugal?

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:05


Understanding Portugal’s Heatwaves, Nortada and Levante Winds

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:02

Other News

Portugal's Golden Visa continues to prove its staying power, here's what it means for family planning

Portugal's Golden Visa has been through plenty of change since its launch in 2012, and... In Golden Visa - 15 Jul 2026, 19:28

Estoi Bike Ride

We meet at 08.15 ready for a start at 08.30 am In Community - 15 Jul 2026, 12:04

EU - Cyber independence under assault

In recent essays I have compared Portugal and Ireland as being similar in size of... In Opinion - 15 Jul 2026, 07:01

The Magic of Algarve summer nights

In the summer months, the Algarve becomes much busier – not just during the day, when... In Algarve - 14 Jul 2026, 19:01

Portuguese Institute appeals for blood donations

The Portuguese Institute of Blood and Transplantation (IPST) has appealed to the public to... In News - 14 Jul 2026, 15:33

European Union population to peak at 453.3 million in 2029

The European Union's population, currently at 450.6 million, is projected to peak at 453.3... In News - 14 Jul 2026, 12:33

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