Portugal Resident31 JulShow up, wing it, adapt, talk … and shop?
It’s been a good week. Five ‘missions’ were taken on that included formulating and memorising my Portuguese elevator pitch (Olá, chamo-me Carl. Tenho sessenta e um anos. Vivo em São The post Show up, wing it, adapt, talk … and shop? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News31 Jul‘Construction must halt along erosion-prone parts of the Algarve’s coast’: Greenpeace Portugal warns of disaster waiting to happen
A report released by Greenpeace Portugal is proposing a moratorium on new tourism projects in areas exposed to erosion or coastal flooding, along with the restoration of dunes, and the planned retreat of buildings and infrastructure in places where the advance of the sea can no longer be sustainably halted. The environ
Algarve Daily News31 JulLisbon: Woman arrested after allegedly brandishing gun at restaurant staff in Parque das Nações
A 36-year-old woman suspected of threatening staff at a restaurant in Lisbon’s Parque das Nações after allegedly brandishing a pistol during a confrontation in June has been arrested weeks later by the Public Security Police (PSP).
Portugal Resident31 JulErnie Els welcomes golf’s greats to his Algarve masterpiece
Under the Algarve sun, Ernie Els is in his element. The four-time major champion isn’t just teeing off at the Portugal Invitational – he’s the host, the architect, and the The post Ernie Els welcomes golf’s greats to his Algarve masterpiece appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulWild fire in the Algarve being extinguished
The Portugal Pathways film crew was filming near ARVAD Winery in Estômbar, Algarve, at around 5pm today when a nearby fire broke out.
The Portugal News31 JulAzorean beach of Mosteiros closed to swimming for the third time
The beach of Mosteiros, in the Azores, is temporarily closed to swimming for the third time since the beginning of the bathing season, due to "microbiological contamination," and the measure will remain in place until the situation is resolved.
Portugal Resident31 JulAzambuja refuses ‘blank cheque’ for proposed €2 billion data centre
Azambuja council has refused to endorse a proposed €2 billion data centre as a Project of Potential National Interest, warning that the vast development could not be handed a “blank The post Azambuja refuses ‘blank cheque’ for proposed €2 billion data centre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident31 JulThree aircraft deployed as crews tackle scrubland blaze in Lagoa
Update (6.45pm): The wildfire has now been placed in “em resolução” status, indicating it is under control, although 38 firefighters, supported by 12 fire engines, remain at the scene to The post Three aircraft deployed as crews tackle scrubland blaze in Lagoa appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulSunset Sessions come to Lagoa in the Algarve
On 7 August, between 6 pm and 9 pm, the Jardim 5 de Outubro in the centre of Lagoa will host the first edition of the Lagoa Sunset Sessions.
Portugal Resident31 Jul€492 million refinery withdrawal leaves Portugal’s lithium strategy unravelling
Portugal’s ambition to build an integrated lithium industry has suffered another major setback after the José de Mello Group abandoned plans for a €492 million refinery in Estarreja, citing a The post €492 million refinery withdrawal leaves Portugal’s lithium strategy unravelling appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulPortuguese government in contact with Spain and Morocco regarding migration crisis in Ceuta
The Government stated on 31 July that it is in contact with the governments of Spain and Morocco regarding the migration crisis in Ceuta and assured that Portuguese authorities are coordinating with their counterparts.
Portugal Resident31 Jul“Being here in Vilamoura is special”
After a week of practice, Pro-Am action and preparations in the Algarve, the Portugal Invitational teed off today as players including Zach Johnson, Padraig Harrington, Bernhard Langer and Miguel Ángel Jiménez praise The post “Being here in Vilamoura is special” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident31 JulParliament decides to discuss national exams problems in Standing Committee
After all the back and forth of the last few days – the parliamentary intrigue over ‘vandalism of CHEGA’s leader’s offices’ and missing USB pens – there will be no The post Parliament decides to discuss national exams problems in Standing Committee appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulLuís Figo joined Portugal Invitational Pro-Am ahead of tournament debut in Vilamoura
Portuguese football legend Luís Figo was among the special guests taking part in the opening day of the Portugal Invitational Pro-Am at The Els Club Vilamoura, as excitement builds ahead of the inaugural PGA TOUR Champions event in Portugal.
Portugal Resident31 JulNew co-working hub opens in Loulé town centre
International Workplace Group (IWG), one of the world’s largest providers of flexible workspaces, is expanding its presence in the Algarve with the opening of a new co-working and office centre The post New co-working hub opens in Loulé town centre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident31 JulLoulé to double size of free car park
Loulé Municipal Council has given the green light to the preliminary programme for the expansion of the Cássima car park, increasing its capacity from the current 200 spaces to approximately The post Loulé to double size of free car park appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident31 JulAzores tourism falls for 9th month amid fallout from Ryanair withdrawal
Tourism in the Azores has now declined for nine consecutive months, with regional businesses warning that the loss of flights and airline competition — including Ryanair’s complete withdrawal from the The post Azores tourism falls for 9th month amid fallout from Ryanair withdrawal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulFire in Chaves in Portugal with 90% of the blaze extinguished
The fire that broke out on 30 July in Chaves still has a few hotspots that need to be brought under control, particularly near the A24 motorway, but is 90 per cent under control, a Civil Protection source told Lusa.
Portugal Resident31 JulNews Review: Wildfires rage, Neves under fire, Comporta transforms
In this July 31, 2026 Resident news podcast, Carl, Natasha, and guest Paul Rees discuss Portugal’s wildfire season, noting central Portugal is calm while major blazes in the north (including The post News Review: Wildfires rage, Neves under fire, Comporta transforms appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News31 JulGrândola, Castro Marim, and Loulé surpass Lisbon in luxury home prices per square metre
Three Portuguese municipalities have overtaken the capital in the median price per square meter for premium-segment housing, reaching figures above €10,000 during the second quarter of 2026.
The Portugal News31 JulPortugal authorises the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Super Cup
The government has authorised the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup match between FC Porto and Torreense as part of a pilot project, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced.
The Portugal News31 JulTerrace Restaurant — A culinary voyage through Oriental and Mediterranean fusion cuisine
In the heart of Parque das Nações, surrounded by lush gardens and with a relaxed atmosphere, Terrace Restaurant has become a meeting point for families, friends, food lovers and weekend explorers alike.
Portugal Resident31 JulDialysis patients unable to holiday in Algarve and Alentejo due to nurse shortages
Kidney disease patients who depend on regular dialysis are being prevented from spending their summer holidays in the Algarve and Alentejo because clinics do not have enough specialist nurses to The post Dialysis patients unable to holiday in Algarve and Alentejo due to nurse shortages appeared first on Portugal Reside
Portugal Resident31 JulWildfire risks cancel total solar eclipse activities in Bragança
Bragança municipal council has cancelled all activities planned for the solar eclipse in Rio de Onor and Guadramil due to the risk of fire – moving the entire event to The post Wildfire risks cancel total solar eclipse activities in Bragança appeared first on Portugal Resident .