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Portugal no longer competes on price - It competes for engineering

For many years, the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy was often associated with a simple idea: to produce at lower costs... In Business - 08 Sep 2026, 07:01

Parque do Covelo for families in Porto

In Porto & North - 07 Sep 2026, 19:31

Irrigation system investment to save 19 million cubic metres of water in the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 07 Sep 2026, 19:03

Supermarket trolleys house seahorses in Portugal

In News - 07 Sep 2026, 18:33

Algarve city assigns 48 new street names

In News - 07 Sep 2026, 18:03

Region of Portugal approves more than €57 million to recover from Storm Kristin

In News - 07 Sep 2026, 17:33

Free trips on a historic Portuguese boat

In News - 07 Sep 2026, 17:03

All non-EU passengers to face biometric checks in Portugal

In News - 27 Aug 2026, 17:33


Pestana to build new apartment resort in Portugal

In News, Housing - 27 Aug 2026, 15:33


Record amount of money held in Portuguese banks

In News, Economy - 27 Aug 2026, 16:03


Poets’ corner - The Stranger

In Lifestyle - 08 Sep 2026, 07:01


Company Formation in Portugal for Foreigners: A Practical Guide to Starting a Business

In Portugal - 07 Sep 2026, 09:50


Revolut Casino – 10 nejlepších online kasin s Revolut platbami v ČR 2026

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Make a style statement with the natural warmth of woods

In Home & Garden - 06 Sep 2026, 14:29


Convent of Christ plans to reopen cloisters to the public

In News - 06 Sep 2026, 14:03


Portugal Has Buildings - What Remains Is to Transform Them into Economic Assets

In Economy, Housing - 06 Sep 2026, 13:01


Why the big deal?

In Community - 06 Sep 2026, 12:04

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Portugal to have new music festival

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Motion of no confidence against the Portuguese government confirmed

In News, Politics - 07 Sep 2026, 16:33

Portugal to redevelop hospital

In News - 06 Sep 2026, 16:03

Portugal This Week: Breaking News, Travel Updates & Top Stories You Can't Miss

In News - 06 Sep 2026, 16:31

Portugal among the world’s top 25 countries for quality of life

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New Garage Opens in the Algarve

In Business - 06 Sep 2026, 18:31

Seven Portuguese districts under heat warning today

In News, Environment - 07 Sep 2026, 10:33

Portugal Needs Tourism. It Needs Houses. And It Needs to Plan Both

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Portugal among hardest countries in Europe to buy a home on average salary

Portugal has been identified as one of the most difficult countries in Europe to buy a... In News, Housing - 07 Sep 2026, 16:03

Public transport campaign targeting youth in Portugal

On 7 September, Transportes Metropolitanos do Porto announced the launch of the... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 15:33

Ryanair accused of failing to provide human customer service in Spain

Ryanair has been reported to Spanish consumer authorities over claims that passengers... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 15:03

Thousands of computer equipment arrive at Portugal's justice services

The Ministry of Justice (MJ) announced the start of distributing more than 24,000 pieces... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 14:33

Portugal Increases Fuel Tax Discount

The Portuguese Government has increased its fuel tax discount by around three cents per... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 14:03

Drivers in slow march protest fuel price increase in Portugal

A slow march of cars travelled along roads leading to the Galp refinery in Sines, in the... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 13:33

Ferrari's Monza Misery Shows Old Problems Still Haunt Formula 1's Most Famous Team

Few teams in Formula 1 carry the weight of expectation that Ferrari faces every time it... In Sport - 07 Sep 2026, 13:03

Lidl widens lead over Mercadona in Portugal

Lidl has strengthened its position as Portugal’s third-largest supermarket chain,... In News - 07 Sep 2026, 12:03

New parking facility planned for Algarve tourism hotspot

In News - 07 Sep 2026, 11:03

Portugal expands vaccination campaign for babies

In News, Health - 07 Sep 2026, 10:03

Portugal Weather Today (7 September): Weather warnings for Portugal

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Portugal is starting to gain a place in the new space economy

In Portugal, Business - 07 Sep 2026, 08:01

Portugal region renewing water supply equipment

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Lisbon Café of the Week: MAS Specialty Coffee & Brunch

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New university in Portugal to boost local economy

Nuno Vaz, the Mayor of Chaves, welcomed the recent news regarding the transformation of the Bragança Polytechnic into a... In News, Learning - 06 Sep 2026, 10:03

Portugal health unit expanding medication distribution

The Viseu Dão-Lafões Local Health Unit (ULS) announced that it is expanding the... In News - 06 Sep 2026, 07:03

Portugal to have new sister-city relationship with a USA

In News - 05 Sep 2026, 19:03


Payment of reusable cups may be returned

In Europe - 05 Sep 2026, 15:33


Forest fires are reducing in main forests

In South America - 05 Sep 2026, 14:33

Portugal

A fun-filled evening raising money for Bamboo in the Algarve

Bamboo, a shelter for dogs and donkeys, continues founder Nana’s inspiring legacy, giving abandoned dogs and donkeys the second... In Community - 06 Sep 2026, 09:31

Beach of the Week: Praia da Cova Redonda

Praia da Cova Redonda, in Porches, is reached by one of the longer beach staircases in the... In Beach of the week - 05 Sep 2026, 17:01

Azores to invest more in tourism

In News - 05 Sep 2026, 12:03


Portugal's Million-Euro Horses: Inside the Extraordinary World of the Lusitano

In Portugal - 05 Sep 2026, 11:01


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Algarve ranks second best place for retirement

In News - 02 Sep 2026, 16:03

Portugal bans cash payments above €3,000

In News - 24 Aug 2026, 19:03

Driving after 70 in Portugal: What are the rules?

In News - 24 Aug 2026, 18:03

The Portugal News launches the Portugal Handbook

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 17:31

World

Having fun at Parque Warner Madrid

Roller coasters, known characters, all of that in a cinematic environment - that is what Parque Warner Madrid brings to its... In Travel, Europe - 06 Sep 2026, 11:01

Sarosh Lodhi/Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2021

Let’s have fun with the Dutch

I really believe they deserve it! In Lifestyle - 06 Sep 2026, 09:01

Into the Heart of the Congo: Exploring Human Nature and Tradition with Wilson Vieira Podcast

In Environment, Lifestyle, Africa - 05 Sep 2026, 19:31


Brazilian meat banned in Portugal

In News - 03 Sep 2026, 15:03


Portugal tourism grows despite United States dip

In News, Tourism - 01 Sep 2026, 18:03

Business

Air conditioning sales increased due to heatwaves

The air conditioner producers thanked the European heatwave, as people in Europe bought more of these products during the summer... In Asia - 05 Sep 2026, 16:33

Spanish company opens electric vehicle charging station in Portugal

Zunder is pressing ahead with its international expansion strategy by opening new... In News, Business - 04 Sep 2026, 17:03

Investor Talks returns to Portimão for its biggest edition ever

In Algarve - 04 Sep 2026, 11:08


LEDEX Forum Is Almost Here: One Day to Get Practical About AI

In Events, Business - 04 Sep 2026, 10:31


SBC Reveals the 2026 SBC Hall of Fame Class

In Events - 04 Sep 2026, 08:31

Housing

Mark Zuckerberg buys castle in Ireland

The owner of Meta bought the Strancally Castle in Ireland. In Europe - 05 Sep 2026, 08:33

Golf-course homes emerge as luxury property trend in Portugal

The Algarve, Cascais and the Oeste are attracting premium buyers seeking privacy, nature,... In News, Housing - 04 Sep 2026, 18:04

Portugal rents could rise by 2.56% in 2027

In News, Housing - 04 Sep 2026, 15:03


Property of the Wee: The Terrace Villa brings rooftop luxury to historic Tavira

In Housing - 03 Sep 2026, 15:35


Portugal leads global house price rise

In News, Housing - 02 Sep 2026, 18:03

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Lifestyle

Authorities warn of honey consumption

The exclusive bee species in the Himalayas, Apis laboriosa, builds large exposed honeycombs on cliffs that can be above 4... In Asia - 05 Sep 2026, 17:33

Days of the week

We know there are seven, but how come and why are they named as they are? In Curiosity - 05 Sep 2026, 16:01

A little paradise in the Douro Valley

In Porto & North - 05 Sep 2026, 15:01


Seaweed at beaches impacting tourism

In South America - 05 Sep 2026, 12:33


Gastronomy festival returns to Portugal

In News - 05 Sep 2026, 10:03

Health

Homage to Sintra’s Doctor

Among the international collection of sculptures lining the N249, one figure commands a different kind of attention: the statue of... In Health - 05 Sep 2026, 07:31

Medical Education in the Algarve: A Vision for Humanism, Excellence and Mission

When I took office as Director of the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB)... In Health - 04 Sep 2026, 07:31

How to avoid back-to-school germs

In Health - 03 Sep 2026, 15:23


Portuguese authorities withdraw bowel medicine from the market

In News, Health - 02 Sep 2026, 12:03


Portugal needs 850 nurses

In News - 02 Sep 2026, 08:03

Sport

Miguel Oliveira to continue in the Superbike World Championship in 2027

Portuguese rider Miguel Oliveira has renewed his contract with BMW and will continue competing in the Superbike World Championship... In News, Sport - 04 Sep 2026, 08:03

Djokovic's Shock US Open Exit Raises Questions About the Future

The US Open has delivered its first major shock of 2026, and it is one that few tennis... In Sport - 02 Sep 2026, 11:03

Lionel Messi retires from the Argentine football national team

In News, Sport - 01 Sep 2026, 15:33


Fernando Pimenta wins two world titles for Portugal

In News, Sport - 31 Aug 2026, 10:03


Strengthening international presence in Touch Rugby through historic appearances

In Community - 30 Aug 2026, 15:04

Other News

Saint Jordan of Pisa

Jordan of Pisa joined the Dominicans at Pisa, Italy in 1280.  In Curiosity - 06 Sep 2026, 09:01

Life is full of big moments where luck might be handy!

And so many items seemingly carry good luck. In Curiosity - 06 Sep 2026, 08:01

Preparing for a new census

The country will hold its first census in 15 years, after counting 1.21 billion... In Asia - 05 Sep 2026, 18:33

Portugal Already Knows Where Tourism Can Fail - The Question Is Whether It Will Act in Time

Portugal has a curious relationship with its structural problems: we often do not lack... In Tourism - 05 Sep 2026, 18:01

Historic fuel price increase expected

During the week between 7 to 13 September, diesel and petrol prices will see a historic... In News - 05 Sep 2026, 14:03

Efforts to mitigate drought effects

Part of the shrinking Aral Sea is being restored with water through restoration efforts... In Asia - 05 Sep 2026, 13:33

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