The Portugal News17 JulPortugal This Week: The Stories You Need to Know
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The Portugal News17 JulMinister dismisses changes to the calendar for access to Higher Education in Portugal
On 17 July, the Minister of Education dismissed the need to alter the calendar for the national entrance exam to Higher Education, reiterating that conditions are in place to post the results of the national exams by the end of the day.
The Portugal News17 JulCamping meets astrology in Portugal for the fifth edition of Star Camp in Fafe
The organisation Counting Stars, a project specialising in astronomical experiences, invites camping lovers to the fifth edition of Star Camp on Saturday, the 8th of August.
Portugal Resident17 JulCan Portugal become one of Europe’s leading start-up destinations?
Portugal has spent much of the past decade promoting itself as an attractive place to launch a business. The combination of safety, comparatively moderate costs, skilled graduates and an appealing The post Can Portugal become one of Europe’s leading start-up destinations? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 JulMedian housing price rises 16.8% in 2025 in Portugal
The median price of family homes was €2,076 per square metre (€/m2) in 2025, an increase of 16.8% from the previous year, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE).
Algarve Daily News17 JulPortugal's Parliament unanimously passes vote of condolence following death of Algarve resident Bonnie Tyler
Portugal's Parliament has unanimously approved a so-called voto de pesar (vote of condolence), a formal parliamentary motion expressing sorrow and paying tribute to a deceased individual, following the death of British singer and Albufeira resident Bonnie Tyler, who passed away at Faro Hospital on 8 July.
Algarve Daily News17 JulAlgarve house prices top €3,100 per square metre as market continues to leave locals in the dust
The median price of family homes in Portugal rose to a sky-high €2,076 per square metre in the past year, according to a new official report, marking a 16.8% increase on the previous year, with the Algarve remaining the country's second most expensive region for residential property.
The Portugal News17 JulSix Portuguese cafés named among Europe’s best
Portugal has earned six places in a new ranking of Europe’s top cafés, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation for speciality coffee alongside its long-established café culture.
Portugal Resident17 JulAlmancil hosts charity sunset dog walk
Dog owners and animal lovers are being invited to take part in a charity sunset dog walk in Almancil, with participants encouraged to donate food and other essential supplies for The post Almancil hosts charity sunset dog walk appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 JulFirst Night of Faro Motorcycle Rally Celebrates Portuguese Music
The 44th edition of the Faro Motorcycle Rally got underway on Thursday evening with a vibrant celebration of Portuguese music, drawing thousands of bikers, locals and visitors to the Vale das Almas site for the opening night of one of Europe's most iconic motorcycle gatherings.
The Portugal News17 JulMadeira reaches the European podium for water sports tourism
Madeira ranked third among European islands most sought after for water sports, as reported by a study by TUI Musement, the TUI brand dedicated to tours and activities.
The Portugal News17 JulHouse sales in Portugal in 2025 reach a record of over €40 billion
House sales in 2025 totalled €41.2 billion, the highest value in the series that began in 2009, representing growth of 21.7% compared to 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE).
Portugal Resident17 JulWhy Portugal remains popular with Americans despite changes to citizenship law
Changes to Portugal’s citizenship laws may have made the route to a Portuguese passport longer, but there is little evidence that Americans have lost their appetite for the country. Portugal The post Why Portugal remains popular with Americans despite changes to citizenship law appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 JulBurqa ban passes in parliament as Amnesty International warns of rights violations
Portugal’s parliament has given final approval to legislation banning the concealment of faces in public spaces, with the governing Social Democratic Party (PSD), CHEGA, Iniciativa Liberal (IL) and CDS-PP voting The post Burqa ban passes in parliament as Amnesty International warns of rights violations appeared first o
Portugal Resident17 JulEducation minister under fire, remaining largely silent in parliament
Portugal’s Education Minister Fernando Alexandre came under sustained fire in parliament this moring after speaking only once during an emergency debate on the country’s troubled national exam marking process, leaving The post Education minister under fire, remaining largely silent in parliament appeared first on Portu
The Portugal News17 JulJYSK to invest €60 million as it expands across Portugal and Spain
Danish home furnishings retailer JYSK is preparing for its biggest expansion in the Iberian Peninsula to date, announcing plans to invest €60 million over the next four years as it opens 120 new stores across Portugal and Spain.
Portugal Resident17 JulPortugal wastes water equivalent to 185 Olympic swimming pools every day, warns report
Portugal is wasting so much water every day that it could fill the equivalent of 185 Olympic-sized swimming pools. In a country that is forever warning its citizens to ‘save The post Portugal wastes water equivalent to 185 Olympic swimming pools every day, warns report appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 JulMilena Cassani to represent Algarve in Miss Portugal final
Representing the Algarve, Milena Cassani is preparing to compete in the National Final of Miss Portugal. The contestants will arrive on 21 July, with the grand final taking place in Amarante on 26 July.
Portugal Resident17 JulWoman accused of killing mother in Olhão remanded in custody
The 40-year-old woman accused of killing her mother and burying her body in a balcony planter at their home in Olhão has been remanded in custody pending trial. The decision The post Woman accused of killing mother in Olhão remanded in custody appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 JulThousands of students risk losing scholarships
Portugal’s government is being forced to reconsider a major overhaul of higher education student financial aid after universities and student organisations warn that thousands of could lose access to grants The post Thousands of students risk losing scholarships appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 JulShowers to Linger Before Summer Heat Returns Across Portugal
After a spell of unsettled weather in parts of the country, Portugal is expected to move back towards warmer summer conditions this weekend, although some regions could continue to see scattered showers and thunderstorms.
The Portugal News17 JulHow to stop veg bolting in the summer heat
Crops will become tough and bitter if you let them run to seed prematurely.
Portugal Resident17 JulFuel prices set to rise significantly next week
Fuel prices are set to increase significantly next week thanks to the ongoing ‘crisis’ in the Middle East driving up the price of oil. Diesel is expected to see the The post Fuel prices set to rise significantly next week appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 JulSilves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair
Young people in the municipality of Silves are being invited to volunteer at this year’s 21st Silves Medieval Fair, giving them the chance to help organise one of the Algarve’s The post Silves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair appeared first on Portugal Resident .