Portugal Resident28 JulChild trafficking intercepted at Lisbon airport: Police hunt possible accomplices
Portuguese police are investigating whether a 45-year-old woman arrested at Lisbon Airport on Saturday had accomplices in an alleged operation to traffic a 12-year-old girl from the Democratic Republic of The post Child trafficking intercepted at Lisbon airport: Police hunt possible accomplices appeared first on Portug
Portugal Resident28 JulSeven Algarve landmarks advance in Portugal’s ‘7 Wonders’ competition
Seven of the Algarve’s best-known landmarks have been selected to represent the region in the national semi-finals of the New 7 Wonders of Portugal competition, following the Algarve regional final The post Seven Algarve landmarks advance in Portugal’s ‘7 Wonders’ competition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulData indicates that Portuguese people are travelling more
Travel by residents in Portugal increased by 7.0% in the first quarter, year-on-year, registering a historical high for this period of the year, mainly driven by a 30.0% increase in trips abroad, reported the INE (National Institute of Statistics).
Portugal Resident28 JulAlentejo wine harvest set for strong rebound after poor 2025
Alentejo wine producers are preparing for a sharp recovery in output this year, with an estimated 108 million litres expected from a harvest showing signs of potentially exceptional quality. The The post Alentejo wine harvest set for strong rebound after poor 2025 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulCHEGA leader claims papers stolen in raid on parliamentary office
In an update on today’s ‘ransacking’ of the office of CHEGA leader André Ventura, it transpires that documents were stolen – and they related to the parliamentary inquiry the party The post CHEGA leader claims papers stolen in raid on parliamentary office appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulPortuguese wine production could increase in the Alentejo region
Wine production in the Alentejo region is expected to increase by 20% this year compared to 2025, reaching 108 million litres, and conditions are in place for the beverage to achieve "high quality," estimated the Alentejo Regional Wine Commission (CVRA).
Portugal Resident28 JulPortugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes
Portugal reached a new milestone in organised sport in 2025, with the number of registered athletes climbing to a record 860,886, according to the latest figures published by the Portuguese The post Portugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulGuarda wildfire intensifies as elderly residents shelter in village church
A wildfire in the Guarda district regained intensity this morning, prompting authorities to move elderly residents of Rabaça into the village church as a precaution while more than 300 personnel The post Guarda wildfire intensifies as elderly residents shelter in village church appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulCHEGA leader’s office in parliamentary building ransacked. PJ investigating
The office of André Ventura, leader of CHEGA, located within the party’s parliamentary group’s premises in the Assembly of the Republic, was the target of what has been described as The post CHEGA leader’s office in parliamentary building ransacked. PJ investigating appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulEleven aircraft and 320 personnel are battling a fire in Portugal in Guarda
The fire in Rochoso, Guarda, which started at 1:51 pm on 27 July, has three active fronts this morning and is being fought by 320 personnel, 90 vehicles, and 11 aircraft, said Civil Protection.
Portugal Resident28 JulFog hampers search for paddleboarder missing off Algarve coast
Dense fog is hampering the search for a 28-year-old man who disappeared on Monday while stand-up paddleboarding off Arrifana beach, in Aljezur, with rescue teams unable to deploy aircraft and The post Fog hampers search for paddleboarder missing off Algarve coast appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulAlgarve town celebrates Mediterranean way of life in September
When many people hear about the Mediterranean Diet, they often think of olive oil, fresh fish and colourful salads. But in Tavira this September, visitors will discover that it is The post Algarve town celebrates Mediterranean way of life in September appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulRural Portugal’s housing revolution
Like many people who fall in love with Portugal’s interior, I was captivated by the stone cottages, farmhouses and elegant townhouses that had stood empty for decades. Behind the cracked The post Rural Portugal’s housing revolution appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulPortugal Weather Today (28 July): Weather Across Portugal
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Portugal Resident28 JulAlmada toddler tragedy: Nursery worker says routine change led to fatal mistake
The nursery employee at the centre of the tragedy that claimed the life of an 18-month-old girl in Almada reportedly told police she forgot the child inside a vehicle after The post Almada toddler tragedy: Nursery worker says routine change led to fatal mistake appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulData centres don't have to make energy more expensive for households
The rise of artificial intelligence is putting a legitimate question at the centre of public debate: who will pay for the energy needed to power data centres?
Portugal Resident28 Jul€1 per answer: teachers denounce latest twist in Portugal’s exams debacle
Just when Portugal’s national exams debacle appeared incapable of becoming any more contentious, the government has announced that teachers will receive €1 for each answer they marked — prompting the The post €1 per answer: teachers denounce latest twist in Portugal’s exams debacle appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulMacron thanks Portugal for wildfire assistance in France
French President Emmanuel Macron has publicly thanked Portugal for its assistance in tackling the wildfires sweeping across France, after the latter deployed firefighting aircraft and personnel under the European Union The post Macron thanks Portugal for wildfire assistance in France appeared first on Portugal Resident
Portugal Resident28 JulPrisoners in Portugal to help clear forests under new criminal policy law
Prisoners in Portugal will be able to take part in clearing scrubland and maintaining forest areas from September 1 under a new Criminal Policy Act that also broadens crime prevention The post Prisoners in Portugal to help clear forests under new criminal policy law appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulA resort for wellness in the Algarve
The Westin Salgados Beach Resort in Albufeira is not just a hotel but a holistic holiday and residential experience, built on the six fundamental pillars of well-being: sleep, eat, move, feel, work, and have fun.
Portugal Resident28 JulSummer is in full swing at Vale do Lobo
The Algarve’s vibrant summer lifestyle is a favourite with tourists from across the globe – and nowhere embraces the season so wholeheartedly as the region’s original and most iconic resort. The post Summer is in full swing at Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 JulBatman mansion from the 1960s TV series goes on sale for €27 million
One of television’s most recognisable homes has been put up for sale in California, with the mansion used as the exterior of Wayne Manor in the classic 1960s “Batman” series returning to the property market with an asking price of approximately €27 million.
The Portugal News27 JulAverage house price in Portugal stands at €435,000
Whether for buying or renting, the Portuguese property market continues to rise in value.
The Portugal News27 JulGalp says setting maximum fuel margins “doesn’t seem to make sense”
Galp believes that, at present, it makes no sense to proceed with the exceptional setting of maximum fuel margins, and has pledged to provide the Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE) with all necessary information regarding price formation.