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The Portugal News23 Jul

20 Portuguese Customs That Will Help You Feel Like a Local

From greeting strangers to lingering over lunch, understanding these unwritten rules will help you settle into life in Portugal and appreciate the culture that makes the country so special.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Report claims Cristiano Ronaldo could play last game for Portugal in September

Cristiano Ronaldo could be set to bring the curtain down on his record-breaking international career after Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Wales in September. The speculation stems from comments The post Report claims Cristiano Ronaldo could play last game for Portugal in September appeared first on Portug

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Ecologists, councillors join protest against Spanish mine 2km from Portuguese border

Around 40 Portuguese and Spanish environmentalists and local councillors from the municipality of Vinhais were protesting today in A Gudiña, in Galicia, Spain, against a mine due to start operation The post Ecologists, councillors join protest against Spanish mine 2km from Portuguese border appeared first on Portugal R

The Portugal News23 Jul

Mondim de Basto hosts event to observe meteor shower and historic solar eclipse in Portugal on the same day

The summit of Senhora da Graça, located in Mondim de Basto in the Vila Real district, is preparing to host a unique astronomical experience on 12 August.

The Portugal News23 Jul

World Cup attention swings from America to the Iberian Peninsula

When the full-time whistle blew on the World Cup final in New York City on Sunday, the baton passed to the hosts of the 2030 tournament: Portugal, Spain and Morocco.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

First-aid post opens at one of Albufeira’s busiest beaches

A dedicated first-aid post has reopened at Praia da Rocha Baixinha, one of Albufeira’s busiest beaches, providing on-site medical care throughout the summer bathing season. The facility has been operating The post First-aid post opens at one of Albufeira’s busiest beaches appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Padel legend Fernando Belasteguín returns to Vilamoura

Fernando Belasteguín, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in padel history, will return to Portugal next month as the headline attraction at the 2026 Padel Grand Champions in The post Padel legend Fernando Belasteguín returns to Vilamoura appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portugal’s president chosen as Patron of the Decade of the Ocean

Portugal’s president António José Seguro returns home following a three-day official visit to Cape Verde as Patron of the Decade of the Ocean. Following in the footsteps of his predecessor, The post Portugal’s president chosen as Patron of the Decade of the Ocean appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portuguese government prepares support mission to Venezuela

The Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities, Emídio Sousa, said on 23 July that the government is preparing a new support mission to Venezuela, following the earthquakes of 24 June, to help with the country's reconstruction.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Martinhal Introduces Marvila Studios: A New Hybrid Hospitality Concept in East Lisbon

Martinhal today announces Marvila Studios, an innovative hybrid hospitality concept located within the Edu Hub Lisbon campus in the fast-emerging Marvila district of East Lisbon.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Porto Book Fair returns with record programme

The 13th Porto Book Fair will return to the Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal from August 21 to September 6, featuring its largest programme to date with more than The post Porto Book Fair returns with record programme appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Jul

Food basket in Portugal sees largest weekly drop of the year

The cost of the basket of essential food items monitored by DECO PROteste recorded its most significant weekly drop since the beginning of the year. 

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portuguese football boss outlines “new culture of victory” following disappointing World Cup

The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has pledged to build a “new culture of victory” following Portugal’s disappointing World Cup campaign, while strengthening its investment in grassroots football through new partnerships The post Portuguese football boss outlines “new culture of victory” following disappointing W

The Portugal News23 Jul

Hidden Hot Springs in Furnas: Discover São Miguel’s Secret Geothermal Corners

Around Furnas, several hot springs feel “secret”, especially if you explore beyond the most obvious entrances. The area is one of São Miguel’s main geothermal zones, so you can find both thermal baths and more natural spots close to the village park and the lake.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portugal “cannot accept EU cuts in cohesion, farming funds” – government

Portugal’s secretary of state for planning and regional development has said “the country cannot accept” a reduction in funding for cohesion and agriculture that exceeds the European Union average in The post Portugal “cannot accept EU cuts in cohesion, farming funds” – government appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Jul

Multibanco + Perto pilot brings banking services to remote communities in Portugal

New government-backed initiative allows residents in underserved areas to withdraw cash, pay bills and access other banking services closer to home. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Full Moon in Aquarius – A Breakthrough

The last Full Moon of the month takes place on July 29, in the sign of Aquarius. 

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Two young Portuguese doctors killed in Formentera road accident

Two young Portuguese doctors died in a road accident on the Spanish island of Formentera yesterday while holidaying with friends. The women, both aged around 30, were travelling on a The post Two young Portuguese doctors killed in Formentera road accident appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Tech giants sound out Portugal for new submarine cable projects

Google, Meta and other US technology companies have approached Portugal’s communications regulator ANACOM about installing additional submarine cables in the country, as Lisbon seeks to establish itself as a major The post Tech giants sound out Portugal for new submarine cable projects appeared first on Portugal Reside

The Portugal News23 Jul

Association opposes ban on TVDE vehicles in Albufeira

The Portuguese Association of Transporters in Unmarked Vehicles (APTAD) has opposed the Albufeira City Council's decision to ban access to passenger transport vehicles hired through electronic platforms (TVDE) in some areas of the city.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Suspected wolf attack kills 46 sheep in Miranda do Douro

A suspected wolf attack has killed 46 sheep and injured 12 others at a farm in Duas Igrejas, in the municipality of Miranda do Douro, Bragança district. The attack took The post Suspected wolf attack kills 46 sheep in Miranda do Douro appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Killer on life sentence bids for transfer to Portugal, where he would become free next year

A former Portuguese soldier – condemned to life imprisonment in Ireland over 20 years ago – is challenging a decision to block his transfer to Portugal, where he would become The post Killer on life sentence bids for transfer to Portugal, where he would become free next year appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Jul

EU approves Paramount-Warner merger with restrictions covering Portugal

The European Commission has approved Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery after the company agreed to competition measures, including ending a joint film distribution venture in Europe and accepting 10 years of distribution restrictions.

The Portugal News23 Jul

European Union to give Portugal €65.37 million to recover from winter storms

Portugal will receive an advance of €65.37 million from the European Union (EU) Solidarity Fund to finance recovery after the 'train' of storms.