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The Portugal News24 Jul

Portugal’s ancient brown bears were nearly twice the size of today’s, study finds

Ancient bears in Iberia were almost twice the size of today’s population, with researchers pointing to climate, habitat loss and human hunting as possible causes.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

News Review: Is AIMA legal fix a ruse? EU help 6 months after storms & oceans in ‘safe’ hands

In this week’s The Resident news podcast, Natasha and Carl discuss whether the government’s new plan to distribute AIMA immigration lawsuits to regional courts (instead of overloading Lisbon) is a The post News Review: Is AIMA legal fix a ruse? EU help 6 months after storms & oceans in ‘safe’ hands appeared first on Po

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Another week with fuel price hikes on horizon

Petrol and diesel prices will be increasing at the pumps yet again on Monday. This far, it is looking as if diesel will rise by as many as 9 cents The post Another week with fuel price hikes on horizon appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

Portugal to host new Ironman 70.3 race as Algarve opens the 2027 European season

The Algarve is set to reinforce its reputation as one of Europe’s leading endurance sports destinations with the launch of a new Ironman 70.3 race in Vilamoura.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Wine Talk – A local white wine with elegance and character

So, rather than another meal out, here is a local wine that is worthy of an evening at home with a home-cooked meal. Take the time to enjoy it. Barranco The post Wine Talk – A local white wine with elegance and character appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

Vilamoura's Roman ruins in the Algarve transform into an open-air cinema this summer

Watching a film under the stars is already one of the highlights of summer, but in Vilamoura, the experience comes with a unique backdrop.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

“Europe’s largest inflatable course” coming to Lisbon this August

A giant inflatable attraction billed as “the largest inflatable course in Europe” is set to open in Lisbon this August, promising family-friendly fun throughout the summer holidays. A Fábrica dos The post “Europe’s largest inflatable course” coming to Lisbon this August appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

European Commission accuses TikTok of failing to guarantee secure accounts for minors

The European Commission has accused the Chinese short-video-sharing platform TikTok of failing to ensure adequate privacy, security, and protection for minors' accounts, potentially violating the Digital Services Regulation.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

21-year-old dies after being pulled from sea at Castro Marim beach

A 21-year-old man has died after he was pulled from the sea at an unpatrolled stretch of Praia do Cabeço, in the municipality of Castro Marim, on Thursday afternoon (July The post 21-year-old dies after being pulled from sea at Castro Marim beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jul

PS threatens inquiry into Portugal’s exam chaos unless minister answers by September

Portugal’s Socialist Party will seek a parliamentary inquiry into the digitalisation of national examinations unless Education Minister Fernando Alexandre provides satisfactory answers about the process by early September. PS parliamentary The post PS threatens inquiry into Portugal’s exam chaos unless minister answers

The Portugal News24 Jul

Demand for rental homes is rising in municipalities in Portugal's interior

Demand in the residential rental market is gradually shifting, with the country’s interior gaining prominence among the most searched-for destinations.

The Portugal News24 Jul

The iconic Portuguese lighthouse at Cabo da Roca has reopened to the public

For 250 years, the space was dedicated solely to navigation, but it can now be visited.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

“Good”: Minister welcomes CHEGA’s inquiry into his years leading PJ

Interior Minister Luís Neves has welcomed CHEGA’s decision to force a parliamentary inquiry into his years leading the Polícia Judiciária, saying it will provide an opportunity for his record at The post “Good”: Minister welcomes CHEGA’s inquiry into his years leading PJ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Only suspect held over Loulé businessman’s murder found dead in Faro prison

The only suspect in custody over the abduction and murder of Algarve businessman Ricardo Claro has been found dead in his cell at Faro Prison. Rogério, a 39-year-old Brazilian national The post Only suspect held over Loulé businessman’s murder found dead in Faro prison appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were on holiday in Portugal

Fresh reports linking the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Portugal have once again drawn attention to the country’s growing appeal among high-profile international residents.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

CHEGA to force parliamentary inquiry into Interior Minister Luís Neves

Right-wing populist party CHEGA will use its parliamentary powers to force an inquiry into Interior Minister Luís Neves when parliament returns in September, party leader André Ventura has announced today. The post CHEGA to force parliamentary inquiry into Interior Minister Luís Neves appeared first on Portugal Residen

The Portugal News24 Jul

Possible farewell of Cristiano Ronaldo from the Portuguese national team announced

Journalist Mohammed Awaad reveals that Cristiano Ronaldo may play for the Portuguese national team one last time in September.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

World-famous Ironman triathlon coming to the Algarve

The Ironman brand is expanding its presence in Portugal with the launch of a new international race in the Algarve, bringing one of the world’s best-known triathlon events to Vilamoura The post World-famous Ironman triathlon coming to the Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News24 Jul

From Postman to Pastor – How Christian Bikers Changed David’s Life

If you’ve yet to learn that God works in mysterious ways, you haven’t been paying attention. There’s no better example than the life of David Campos, now the pastor of Riverside Algarve church. 

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Almada nursery says it is cooperating fully with investigation into toddler’s death

The nursery attended by the 18-month-old girl who died after being left inside a transport vehicle in Almada has said it is cooperating fully with authorities investigating the tragedy and The post Almada nursery says it is cooperating fully with investigation into toddler’s death appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Students demand education minister’s resignation, but minister remains upbeat

Students are due to protest outside Portugal’s Education Ministry this evening, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Fernando Alexandre as reports of missing pages, mismatched papers and marking errors continue The post Students demand education minister’s resignation, but minister remains upbeat appeared fi

The Portugal News24 Jul

SNS 24 helpline registers record number of calls

The SNS 24 helpline has already surpassed four million calls this year and is expected to end 2026 with more than seven million contacts, a volume of demand that is only paralleled during the pandemic.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Property of the Week: Modern 4 bedroom villa with seaview and pool in luz for sale

Discover this exceptional 4-bedroom villa in the peaceful Porto Dona Maria resort, perfectly located between Praia da Luz and Burgau, just minutes from some of the Algarve’s most stunning sandy beaches.

Portugal Resident24 Jul

Almada toddler tragedy prompts calls for stricter child transport safeguards

The death of an 18-month-old girl who was left for hours inside a nursery transport vehicle in Almada has prompted renewed calls for mandatory safety procedures and multiple checks when The post Almada toddler tragedy prompts calls for stricter child transport safeguards appeared first on Portugal Resident .