NFE/5.0 https://www.theportugalnews.com en developer@theportugalnews.com (IT Department) 2025 The Portugal News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:02:00 +0000 The Portugal News RSS Feed https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/lisbon-city-council-approves-two-new-hotels/95729 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/lisbon-city-council-approves-two-new-hotels/95729 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:02:00 +0000 Lisbon City Council has approved the construction of two hotels in the city, one of which will be a luxury development in the buildings of the Hospital de São Luís dos Franceses, in Bairro Alto, where the poet Fernando Pessoa died. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/aima-notifying-citizens-of-residence-permit-exchanges/95719 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/aima-notifying-citizens-of-residence-permit-exchanges/95719 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:02:00 +0000 The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has begun notifying citizens with titles from the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) to exchange them for residence permits. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/how-to-introduce-feng-shui-into-your-decor/95569 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/how-to-introduce-feng-shui-into-your-decor/95569 Lifestyle Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:01:00 +0000 When it comes to positive energy and feel-good vibes, taking a closer look at your decorative scheme can influence your wellbeing, happiness and more. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/orange-weather-warning-issued/95727 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/orange-weather-warning-issued/95727 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:02:00 +0000 Seven districts on mainland Portugal will be under an orange warning on Friday due to the forecast of strong sea agitation, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA). https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/algoz-bike-ride/95667 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/algoz-bike-ride/95667 Community Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:01:00 +0000 Sunday 23rd February: Bike ride starting in Algoz. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/tax-regime-for-new-residents-criticised/95654 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/tax-regime-for-new-residents-criticised/95654 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 17:02:00 +0000 Complex, bureaucratic and difficult to explain to potential interested parties are some of the disadvantages that tax experts interviewed by Lusa find in the tax incentive for scientific research and innovation (IFICI), the new tax regime created to attract professionals from other countries. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/foreign-residents-as-risk-of-losing-family-doctor/95744 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/foreign-residents-as-risk-of-losing-family-doctor/95744 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:02:00 +0000 People with inactive registration at health centres because they have not attended for five years will be reactivated in April, but emigrants and foreigners without appointments during that period will lose their family doctor in Portugal. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/buy-real-media-review-2025-is-it-safe-revealing-the-truth/95750 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/buy-real-media-review-2025-is-it-safe-revealing-the-truth/95750 Business Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:45:00 +0000 Buy Real Media Review: Discover if it's safe & legit! Learn about its services, pricing, & my experience buying 5,000 Instagram story views. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/yacht-chartering-in-the-mediterranean/95748 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/yacht-chartering-in-the-mediterranean/95748 Travel Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:00 +0000 When it comes to luxury travel, few experiences can compete with the exclusivity and freedom of yacht chartering in the Mediterranean.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/azealia-banks-jorja-smith-and-pet-shop-boys-coming-to-lisbon-festival/95721 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/azealia-banks-jorja-smith-and-pet-shop-boys-coming-to-lisbon-festival/95721 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:02:00 +0000 This year's Kalorama festival, between 19 and 21 June, in Lisbon, will feature Azealia Banks, FKA Twigs, Jorja Smith and Pet Shop Boys, according to the organisers who have revealed the first 20 names on the line-up. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/blood-donations-needed-to-boost-reserves/95725 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/blood-donations-needed-to-boost-reserves/95725 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:02:00 +0000 The Portuguese Federation of Benevolent Blood Donors (FEPODABES) has called for blood donations to avoid shortages in hospitals, warning that reserves are below necessary levels. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/volta-ao-algarve-first-stage-cancellation-the-lesser-evil/95745 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/volta-ao-algarve-first-stage-cancellation-the-lesser-evil/95745 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:39:00 +0000 The director of the Volta ao Algarve has admitted the need for “a more robust structure”, considering that the cancellation of the first stage was “the lesser evil” so as not to harm the cyclists who did not cross the finish line. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/waste-sector-is-a-national-emergency/95713 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/waste-sector-is-a-national-emergency/95713 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:02:00 +0000 The administrator of LIPOR, which closed 2023 with losses of 2.9 million euros, has said that the waste sector is a “national emergency”, warning that support is essential to prevent a return “to the era of landfills”. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/portugals-gambling-surge-what-the-world-can-teach-us-about-prevention/95742 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/portugals-gambling-surge-what-the-world-can-teach-us-about-prevention/95742 Gambling Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:01:00 +0000 Online gambling is continuously on the rise globally. Practically all countries are experiencing a rise, which is not surprising. Online casinos have never been easier to access and dozens of new gambling sites launch every day. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/where-to-buy-1000-tiktok-followers-the-3-best-sites-revealed/95741 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/where-to-buy-1000-tiktok-followers-the-3-best-sites-revealed/95741 Business Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Discover the Best Sites to Buy 1000 TikTok Followers safely! 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Portugal closed the Top 5 of European countries with the most hotel projects, and Lisbon was in 3rd place in the ranking of cities, according to data from Lodging Econometrics. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/portugal-expands-global-ties-with-middle-east/95699 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/portugal-expands-global-ties-with-middle-east/95699 Business Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:31:00 +0000 In February 2025, a delegation of key professionals and governmental figures from Portugal visited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of the World Government Summit. The visit highlighted Portugal’s growing partnerships with the Middle East, particularly with Saudi Arabia, focusing on enhancing financial cooperation through strategic partnerships and co-financing initiatives. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/car-production-in-portugal-down-22/95680 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/car-production-in-portugal-down-22/95680 News Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:02:00 +0000 Car production in Portugal fell 21.7% in January compared to the same month in 2024, to 23,573 vehicles, according to data released by the Portuguese Automobile Association (ACAP). https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/the-humpty-dumpty-emperors/95710 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-20/the-humpty-dumpty-emperors/95710 Opinion Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:01:00 +0000 by Roberto Cavaleiro  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/algarve-flights-reduced-to-cut-costs/95693 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/algarve-flights-reduced-to-cut-costs/95693 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:02:00 +0000 Sevenair has justified the changes in the timetables of the air connection between Trás-os-Montes and the Algarve, which resumes today, with the need to reduce costs and adjust them to the available funds. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/town-looking-for-new-residents-with-houses-costing-from-12000/95649 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/town-looking-for-new-residents-with-houses-costing-from-12000/95649 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:02:00 +0000 A Spanish town located near to the Portuguese border that is looking for new residents to boost its local economy.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/how-do-i-know-if-im-overwatering-my-houseplant/95568 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/how-do-i-know-if-im-overwatering-my-houseplant/95568 Lifestyle Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:01:00 +0000 Houseplant expert Joe Bagley diagnoses common problems. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/ryanair-launches-porto-summer-schedule-with-new-destination/95711 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/ryanair-launches-porto-summer-schedule-with-new-destination/95711 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:32:00 +0000 Ryanair has launched its Summer 2025 schedule for Porto, featuring 72 routes, including a new destination – Rome Fiumicino. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/porto-named-as-the-best-european-city-for-attracting-investment/95681 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/porto-named-as-the-best-european-city-for-attracting-investment/95681 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:02:00 +0000 Porto has once again been distinguished by the Financial Times as the best European city of the future in terms of strategy for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), in the category of FDI Strategy – Large Cities.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/manxsiam-kitty-a-new-breed/95664 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/manxsiam-kitty-a-new-breed/95664 Community Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:01:00 +0000 “Apparently it is not unusual for a cat to lose its tail.”  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/investment-potential-by-cutting-red-tape-for-growth/95698 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/investment-potential-by-cutting-red-tape-for-growth/95698 Business Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:31:00 +0000 Portugal has become a top destination for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), drawing capital into industries like renewable energy, technology, and manufacturing. Its strategic location, open economy, and business-friendly policies have made it attractive to global investors. However, while the country has made significant progress, regulatory hurdles continue to impact investment flow and economic expansion. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/aima-hiring-450-more-employees-to-meet-demand/95717 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/aima-hiring-450-more-employees-to-meet-demand/95717 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:02:00 +0000 The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) wants to hire 450 employees in the coming months, 300 of whom will be on fixed-term contracts of up to three years, in view of the increase in demand for services. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/property-of-the-week-luxury-2-storey-countryside-4-bedroom-villa/95724 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/property-of-the-week-luxury-2-storey-countryside-4-bedroom-villa/95724 Property Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:01:00 +0000 A one-of-a-kind luxury 2-storey countryside 4 bedroom villa with a breathtaking 10m x 5m heated infinity swimming pool & beautifully landscaped garden.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/dont-miss-your-portuguese-personal-tax-deadlines/95723 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/dont-miss-your-portuguese-personal-tax-deadlines/95723 Invest Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:45:00 +0000 As the tax season progresses in Portugal, it is crucial for residents to be aware of upcoming deadlines to ensure compliance and avoid potential penalties. 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This article highlights some critical dates and actions you should consider. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/500000-toll-fines-recalculated/95691 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/500000-toll-fines-recalculated/95691 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:02:00 +0000 The Tax and Customs Authority (AT) has already recalculated the value of fines for toll debts in around half a million cases that were under tax enforcement and expects to have all of these processes resolved in the coming weeks. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/new-bypass-opening-at-a-cost-of-67-million/95715 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/new-bypass-opening-at-a-cost-of-67-million/95715 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:57:00 +0000 The opening to traffic of the western bypass to Campo Maior of the National Road (EN) 371, in the district of Portalegre, will take place today, following an investment of more than €6.7 million. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/madeira-ferry-back-in-operation/95707 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/madeira-ferry-back-in-operation/95707 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:32:00 +0000 The Lobo Marinho ferry has resumed regular trips between the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo today, after a six-week interruption for annual maintenance operations. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/ai-chatbot/95705 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/ai-chatbot/95705 North America Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:31:00 +0000 Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, has launched Grok 3, the latest version of its chatbot, aiming to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and China’s DeepSeek.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/portugal-weekend-weather-forecast/95689 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/portugal-weekend-weather-forecast/95689 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:02:00 +0000 A chance of rain and highs of 20 degrees https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/nuno-borges-knocked-out-by-andrey-rublev-in-doha/95706 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/nuno-borges-knocked-out-by-andrey-rublev-in-doha/95706 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:24:00 +0000 Portuguese tennis player Nuno Borges was eliminated today in the second round of the Doha tournament, losing to Russian Andrey Rublev, fifth seed, in straight sets. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/increase-in-algarve-internet-network/95660 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/increase-in-algarve-internet-network/95660 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:02:00 +0000 There has been an increase in mobile and internet network coverage in Serra de Monchique, in the Algarve. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/plans-to-alleviate-delays-in-aima-court-cases/95694 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/plans-to-alleviate-delays-in-aima-court-cases/95694 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:32:00 +0000 The IL party has presented a bill to alleviate the overload of the Lisbon Administrative Court due to the exponential increase in cases against AIMA, proposing a territorial distribution according to the place where the reception began. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/luxury-real-estate-market-debate/95687 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/luxury-real-estate-market-debate/95687 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:02:00 +0000 On 20 February, at 6:30 pm, the Faculty of Economics of the University of Porto (FEP) will host the seminar "Luxury Real Estate Trends in Portugal", an event that promises to provide an in-depth analysis of the luxury real estate market in the country.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/hotel-group-hiring-400-staff-in-portugal/95685 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/hotel-group-hiring-400-staff-in-portugal/95685 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:02:00 +0000 Hotel group Blue & Green Hotels & Resorts is recruiting more than 400 professionals to reinforce the teams at its units in different regions of the country.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/the-portugal-advantage-why-more-people-are-making-the-move-in-2025/95697 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/the-portugal-advantage-why-more-people-are-making-the-move-in-2025/95697 Portugal Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:30:00 +0000 Portugal’s appeal as a top destination for expats continues to grow, fuelled by new residency options, investment opportunities, and world-class education. Whether you’re considering a move for lifestyle, business, or retirement, understanding the latest visa pathways and real estate landscape is key. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/police-bring-down-russian-mafia-money-laundering-operation/95696 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/police-bring-down-russian-mafia-money-laundering-operation/95696 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:21:00 +0000 Fourteen people allegedly linked to the Russian mafia have been arrested in a joint operation by Portugal and Spain, with the support of Europol, against money laundering by international organised crime. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/50000-attend-nazare-big-wave-challenge/95692 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/50000-attend-nazare-big-wave-challenge/95692 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:02:00 +0000 The general director for Europe, Middle East and Africa of the World Surf League (WSL), Francisco Spínola, has highlighted the large number of fans who watched the big wave competition live in Nazaré. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/2-algarve-earthquakes/95690 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/2-algarve-earthquakes/95690 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:12:00 +0000 The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) recorded two earthquakes in the early hours of today, one with a magnitude of 2.8 on the Richter scale and the other of 2.9, both with their epicentres around 20 kilometres northeast of Silves. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/walking-and-yoga-among-the-almond-blossom/95662 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/walking-and-yoga-among-the-almond-blossom/95662 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:32:00 +0000 Almargem – Algarve Cultural and Environmental Heritage Defense Association in partnership with ARYAL – Algarve Regional Yoga Association is promoting, the “Almond Trees in Bloom” walk, in Nave do Barão, in the Loulé municipality on 23 February. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/sintra-resort-distinguished-by-forbes-travel-guide/95658 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/sintra-resort-distinguished-by-forbes-travel-guide/95658 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:02:00 +0000 Penha Longa Resort has cemented its reputation as one of Portugal’s finest luxury destinations, earning a four-star rating from The Forbes Travel Guide. This prestigious recognition places the Sintra-based resort among an exclusive group of just three hotels in Lisbon and six in the entire country to receive this honour. https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/only-19-of-portuguese-homes-have-earthquake-insurance/95656 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/only-19-of-portuguese-homes-have-earthquake-insurance/95656 News Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:02:00 +0000 Only two in every 10 homes (19%) in Portugal have insurance covering seismic risk.  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/dont-let-your-portuguese-goals-slip-away/95621 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-19/dont-let-your-portuguese-goals-slip-away/95621 Portugal Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:01:00 +0000 by Molly Rudesill  https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-18/air-transat-launches-canada-to-portugal-promotion/95683 https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-02-18/air-transat-launches-canada-to-portugal-promotion/95683 News Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:02:00 +0000 Air Transat, represented in Portugal by ATR – Atividades Turísticas e Representações, has launched its biggest promotion of the year for Canada.