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Old power station to be dismantled

The former Pego coal-fired power plant in Abrantes, which ceased power production in 2021, will be dismantled, including the... In News, Portugal, Business - 23 Aug 2025, 16:05

How to help teenagers make the most of university life

In Education - 23 Aug 2025, 15:31

World Cup qualifying squad to be announced

In News, Portugal, Sport - 23 Aug 2025, 15:02

Portugal contributing to fake immigration news

In News, Portugal, Europe - 23 Aug 2025, 12:02

Productivity drops 2% to 3% for every degree above 20°C

In News, Portugal, Business - 23 Aug 2025, 11:02

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Authorities expand vaccines for animal flus

The Directorate-General of Health has expanded free access to vaccination against zoonotic influenza, such as bird flu, to... In News, Portugal - 23 Aug 2025, 10:02

Investing in water leak detection and repair

Committed to intensifying efforts in the efficient management of water resources, EMARP... In News, Portugal, Algarve - 23 Aug 2025, 08:02

Temperatures falling

In News, Portugal - 22 Aug 2025, 19:02

5 emergency rooms closed this weekend

In News, Portugal - 22 Aug 2025, 16:03




Government questioned about restrictions to drugs such as Ozempic

In News, Portugal - 22 Aug 2025, 13:02

The Portugal News logo Exclusives

Praia da Galé - Algarve Gem with Stunning Sunsets and Summer Festivities

Galé Beach is located a few kilometres from Albufeira town.  In Beach of the week, Algarve, Hidden Gems - 23 Aug 2025, 17:01

Portugal Nears 80% Renewable Energy in 2025

Portugal’s energy transition took another significant step forward in July 2025, with... In Portugal, Environment

Earthquake Risks: Understanding the threat and preparedness

Portugal, known for its stunning landscapes, rich history and vibrant culture, is also... In Environment, Portugal

Pimba: The Portuguese joyful sounds

In Music

Luana Valente: Running Toward Her Dreams

In Sport

Politics

PM thanks Europe for help

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has thanked European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for "the European Union's... In News, Portugal, Europe, Politics - 22 Aug 2025, 12:02

PM announces measures to cut bureaucracy

Luís Montenegro has announced a new process to simplify and eliminate bureaucracy,... In News, Portugal, Politics - 18 Aug 2025, 13:02

Cristóvão Norte leads unique coalition in Portugal

In News, Politics - 15 Aug 2025, 10:01

Fernando Santos aiming to support public workers

In News, Politics - 08 Aug 2025, 09:01




Mayor contributing to people’s needs in Tavira

In News, Politics, Algarve - 01 Aug 2025, 09:01

Editor's Choice

Solidarity among Portuguese firefighters

In News, Portugal - 21 Aug 2025, 14:02

Crime

Scam health message warning

The Attorney General's Office (PGR) has warned of fraudulent messages about alleged debts to the National Health Service (SNS)... In News, Portugal, Crime - 20 Aug 2025, 11:08

Police make 21 arrests in Algarve hotspot

The GNR have arrested 21 people and recorded 31 violations in the municipality of Loulé... In News, Portugal, Crime, Algarve - 19 Aug 2025, 09:02

Police clamping down on drink driving

In News, Portugal, Crime - 18 Aug 2025, 14:05

3,014 people suspected of abandoning animals

In News, Portugal, Crime - 18 Aug 2025, 11:02

Lagos criticises government for CCTV delays

In News, Crime, Algarve - 11 Aug 2025, 15:02


Repeat arsonist arrested on suspicion of starting fire

In News, Portugal, Crime - 05 Aug 2025, 10:25



Opinion

Housing: The Plight of Portuguese People in Year 2025

by Roberto Cavaleiro In Opinion - 21 Aug 2025, 07:01

Portugal and the EU on a Collision Course

Opposition to the Tobacco Directive Gains Allies In Opinion, Europe - 16 Aug 2025, 09:01

The AI Crash

In Opinion - 14 Aug 2025, 12:01

Data centres

In Opinion - 08 Aug 2025, 07:01

The Bond of Music

In Opinion - 07 Aug 2025, 07:01


Of Apes, Men and War

In Opinion - 04 Aug 2025, 12:01


Counting Babies in China (and Elsewhere)

In Opinion - 01 Aug 2025, 12:01


Portable Portuguese Music

In Opinion - 22 Jul 2025, 07:01

Education

School Christmas holidays to start later

The Ministry of Education has changed the Christmas break period for students in public schools from preschool to secondary... In News, Portugal, Education - 21 Aug 2025, 16:02

British group buy International School

The International School of Torres Vedras (EITV) has been acquired by Forfar Education, a... In News, Business, Portugal, Education - 20 Aug 2025, 09:11

Porto’s 42 Programming School Ranks Among World’s Most Innovative Universities

In Education - 13 Aug 2025, 09:31




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Environment

€2.5 million support for Monchique and Silves mountains

The Climate Agency (ApC) has allocated €2.5 million in August to support municipal technical offices and other forest protection... In News, Portugal, Environment, Algarve - 22 Aug 2025, 08:02

Air travel 26 times cheaper than train travel

Air travel in Europe, the most polluting mode of transport, is 26 times cheaper than train... In News, Portugal, Environment, Tourism, Business - 21 Aug 2025, 19:02


Portugal to Lead in Wave Energy

In Environment - 17 Aug 2025, 07:01



COVID-19

€7.6 million for Covid-19 and flu vaccines

The State will spend €7.6 million on Covid-19 and flu vaccinations in pharmacies, the same amount as the previous campaign. In News, Portugal, COVID-19 - 15 Aug 2025, 12:06

Portuguese people slept worse during pandemic

The Portuguese had worse sleep during the pandemic and at the beginning of the war in... In News, Portugal, COVID-19 - 11 May 2025, 11:02

Covid-19: Group aged 30 to 39 contributed most to initial transmission

In News, Portugal, COVID-19 - 04 Feb 2025, 11:02

Free flu and Covid-19 vaccination extended

In News - 16 Dec 2024, 11:29

Calls for compensation for adverse Covid-19 jab reactions

In News - 07 Nov 2024, 15:02


3 million vaccines administered against flu and Covid-19

In News - 05 Nov 2024, 18:05


Calls for increased vaccination against flu and Covid-19

In News, Portugal, COVID-19 - 01 Nov 2024, 15:02


1.3 million people vaccinated against flu

In News - 26 Oct 2024, 07:05

Other News Articles

Mystery surrounds death of Irish tourist in the Algarve

The family of Mark Kiely is looking for answers following the death of their son who was... In News, Portugal, Algarve - 22 Aug 2025, 11:05

Portuguese cork avoids tariffs

The Portuguese Cork Association (Apcor) has welcomed the inclusion of cork products in the... In News, Business, Portugal, North America - 22 Aug 2025, 10:02

Fire situation improving

The fight against the fires that started in Arganil, Coimbra district, and Figueira de... In News, Portugal - 22 Aug 2025, 08:32

Unemployment falling in Portugal

The number of unemployed registered with employment centers fell 4% in July, and 0.2%... In News, Business, Portugal - 22 Aug 2025, 07:02

Falling temperatures and rain forecast

Temperatures are falling and there will be a chance of rain this weekend in Portugal. In News, Portugal - 21 Aug 2025, 20:02

Plans to stop social housing being sold privately

The Madeira Government intends to create its own public housing market in the region, with... In News, Portugal, Property, Madeira & Azores - 21 Aug 2025, 18:02

Investigation into water cuts and shortages

In News, Portugal, Lisbon - 21 Aug 2025, 15:02

Foreigners 'save' Social Security from losing contributors

In News, Business, Portugal - 21 Aug 2025, 13:02

Portugal to receive 2 Canadair Aircraft from Greece

In News, Portugal, Europe - 21 Aug 2025, 11:06