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The Portugal News23 Jun

Researchers in Portugal create water decontaminator

A team of researchers from the University of Aveiro (UA) has developed a new material, made from industrial waste, capable of removing pollutants from water, an academic source revealed.

The Portugal News23 Jun

Portuguese study shows importance of vegetation for urban cooling

Tree-lined streets and small nearby green spaces can have a significant effect on cooling cities, concluded a study by the universities of Porto and Coimbra, which examined the thermal behaviour of Coimbra.

The Portugal News23 Jun

Nude tourists in Algarve city lead to a review of the Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct for the municipality of Albufeira came into effect a year ago to reduce "abuse" by tourists, but it needs to be reviewed and more closely monitored on the ground, the mayor argued.

The Portugal News23 Jun

Portugal seeks its first victory in the World Cup

The Portuguese national football team will seek its first victory in the 2026 World Cup on 23 June, facing debutant Uzbekistan in the second round of Group K. They will be without the injured Tomás Araújo.

The Portugal News23 Jun

Weather warning issued in Portugal due to heatwave

The districts of Bragança, Guarda, and Vila Real are under an orange alert on 23 June, and eight districts remain under a yellow alert due to the forecast of hot weather, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).

The Portugal News23 Jun

More than a third of foreigners in Portugal are Brazilian

Of the 1.6 million foreigners residing in Portugal, 574,000 are Brazilian, a figure that continues to show more male than female immigrants, according to data released by the INE (National Institute of Statistics).

The Portugal News23 Jun

The Convent Church of São Francisco

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The Portugal News23 Jun

The world accelerates - Portugal discusses

There is something curious when we observe Portugal from the outside. 

The Portugal News23 Jun

Mercosur

In April 2026, the first left-wing president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, declared that his country would apply for full Membership of the Mercosur trade community. 

The Portugal News22 Jun

European Union air rights ban extra charges for family seats

Families travelling within Europe are set to benefit from a major overhaul of air passenger rights, after the European Union reached an agreement that bans airlines from charging extra for parents to sit alongside their young children. 

The Portugal News22 Jun

Lisbon in World Cup Fever

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The Portugal News22 Jun

First Hard Rock Hotel in Portugal set to open in the Algarve

The Algarve is preparing to welcome Portugal’s first Hard Rock Hotel, with the new luxury resort expected to open in Portimão this summer.

The Portugal News22 Jun

What does an Andy Burnham premiership mean for British expats living in Portugal?

For the thousands of Britons who have swapped drizzle for sunshine and the M25 for the A22, British politics remains a pretty curious business.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Minister says immigration in Portugal is under control

The Minister of the Presidency said that the revision of the number of foreign residents in Portugal released by the National Institute of Statistics (INE) means that "immigration is now under control."

The Portugal News22 Jun

Top 5 All-in-One AI Quant Trading Platforms in 2026 for Cryptocurrency, Forex, and Stock Markets

More and more investors are starting to focus on the cryptocurrency, forex, and stock markets simultaneously. However, most trading platforms typically only cover a single market, and investors often need to switch between multiple platforms, increasing operational complexity and management costs.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Lusíadas Saúde announces Lusíadas Faro Hospital: 500 new qualified jobs to retain and attract talent in the Algarve

With its opening scheduled for the end of 2027 and an investment of 60 million euros, the new unit will be the most advanced private hospital in the Algarve and the Group's biggest ever investment in attracting and retaining clinical talent in the region.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Portugal as strategic gateway for international logistics networks

In 2025, national exports reached €79.3 billion, and Portuguese companies continue to modernise how they deliver goods to their customers.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Portugal has fewer unemployed people registered at employment centres

The number of unemployed people registered at employment centres fell by 8.7% in May compared with the same period last year, to 274,766, a figure also lower than in April by 3%, according to data published today by the Institute of Employment and Vocational Training (IEFP).

The Portugal News22 Jun

Cheap Travel UK: How to Explore Britain on a Small Budget

London hotel prices alone scare off plenty of would-be visitors before they even check the train fares. After years of planning trips on tight budgets, our team keeps proving that reputation wrong.

The Portugal News22 Jun

New Phase in the Integration of the HPA Health Group

CUF Network Now Present in the Algarve, Alentejo and Madeira

The Portugal News22 Jun

Mercadona ranked among Europe’s most innovative companies

Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona has been recognised as one of Europe’s most innovative companies, securing fifth place in the retail sector in a ranking published by Fortune magazine.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Portugal authorities warn of PayPal scam

The Attorney General's Office (PGR) has warned about a scam involving phone calls that appear to be from PayPal, in which users of this online payment application are informed of suspicious purchases that, in reality, never occurred.

The Portugal News22 Jun

Over 1 million foreigners reside in Portugal

The National Institute of Statistics (INE) has updated the population of Portugal to 11,424,031, reflecting the inclusion of 1,597,539 foreign nationals.