Portugal Resident14 JulLidl confirms Portugal unaffected by European cyberattack
Lidl Portugal has reassured customers that their personal data was not affected by a cyberattack that compromised information belonging to users of the supermarket chain’s online stores in three European The post Lidl confirms Portugal unaffected by European cyberattack appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulSão Brás Fair moves into town for special 2026 edition
The Feira da Serra will take on a new look this year as São Brás de Alportel‘s flagship summer event moves from its traditional venue into the town centre for The post São Brás Fair moves into town for special 2026 edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News14 JulArchaeologists investigate castle ruins in Monchique, in bid to uncover 11th-century Islamic roots of Alferce site
Archaeologists have begun a new phase of excavations at the Castelo da Nave site in Alferce, Monchique, in a bid to uncover more about the hilltop fortification and determine whether it could be linked to the historic castellum of Munchite.
Algarve Daily News14 JulLoulé: Armed gunman holds ex-girlfriend and six-month-old baby as hostages inside apartment
A man armed with a firearm was arrested over the weekend, according to police sources, after he barricaded himself inside a flat in central Loulé on Saturday afternoon, 11 July, holding his ex-girlfriend and their six-month-old daughter as hostages inside the home of one of the woman's neighbours.
Algarve Daily News14 JulAlgarve 2030: €20 million to be spent on reducing water leaks across the region, thanks to EU funds
The Algarve 2030 Regional Programme has launched a new call for applications under the scheme named "Urban Water Cycle – ITI CIM", making a further €20 million in EU European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) financing available to support projects aimed at improving water efficiency across the region.
Portugal Resident14 JulCore Cuore exhibition explores life in the digital age
A new contemporary art exhibition inspired by internet culture and the digital age opens at the Centro Cultural de Lagos on Saturday, July 18, inviting visitors to reflect on how The post Core Cuore exhibition explores life in the digital age appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulFootvolley World Tour puts Albufeira in international spotlight
Some of the world’s best footvolley players were in Albufeira over the weekend as the Footvolley World Tour 2026 attracted athletes from 10 countries and thousands of spectators to Praia The post Footvolley World Tour puts Albufeira in international spotlight appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 JulStudy reveals the habits of the Portuguese on board
A new study released by the online travel agency eDreams reveals the habits, attitudes, and top pet peeves of Portuguese travellers during flights.
Portugal Resident14 JulPortimão installs new eco trail at Quinta da Rocha
Visitors to Quinta da Rocha in Portimão are being encouraged to leave “only footprints” thanks to a new environmental awareness project promoting responsible behaviour and better waste management. The initiative, The post Portimão installs new eco trail at Quinta da Rocha appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulSalt mine inspires thought-provoking new exhibition in Loulé
A visit hundreds of metres below ground to Loulé‘s famous rock salt mine has inspired a new contemporary art exhibition opening this week that combines geology, digital culture and personal The post Salt mine inspires thought-provoking new exhibition in Loulé appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulChurch abuse victims demand state audit; accuse bishops of slashing compensation
Victims of sexual abuse within Portugal’s Roman Catholic Church have called for a state audit of the Church’s compensation scheme, accusing the bishops of conducting an opaque process designed to The post Church abuse victims demand state audit; accuse bishops of slashing compensation appeared first on Portugal Residen
The Portugal News14 JulEuropean Union population to peak at 453.3 million in 2029
The European Union's population, currently at 450.6 million, is projected to peak at 453.3 million in 2029 and decline to 398.8 million by 2100, according to a report released in Brussels by the European Commission.
Portugal Resident14 JulVilamoura International School celebrates strong IB debut
The Colégio Internacional de Vilamoura (CIV) has achieved results above the global average in its first year offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), marking a significant milestone for The post Vilamoura International School celebrates strong IB debut appeared first on Portugal Re
The Portugal News14 JulCan Foreign Buyers Get a Mortgage in Portugal? Here’s What You Need to Know
Portugal continues to attract buyers from around the world, but navigating a different banking system can feel daunting. The good news is that securing a mortgage as a foreign buyer is entirely possible - provided you understand how the process works and prepare accordingly.
Portugal Resident14 JulRecycling roadshow heads to Algarve beaches
Children enjoying the summer holidays in the Algarve will have the chance to learn about recycling through games and activities this week as the Academia Ponto Verde roadshow visits the The post Recycling roadshow heads to Algarve beaches appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 JulSilves celebrates the golden age of poets and scholars at the 21st Medieval Fair
The ancient Islamic city of Xilb, modern-day Silves, will come to life once again in the heart of the Algarve from 7 to 15 August, hosting the 21st Silves Medieval Fair.
Portugal Resident14 JulDefence council approves potential new multinational military mission
The Portuguese Defence Council has unanimously given its approval to proposals to adjust the number of national forces deployed, and to a “potential new multinational mission” (so far unspecified). The The post Defence council approves potential new multinational military mission appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulBoavista Property Talks Summer Edition
Hosted in the Emerson Suite at the exclusive Boavista Golf & Spa in Lagos, these informative sessions are designed to help international buyers navigate the intricacies of purchasing property and The post Boavista Property Talks Summer Edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 Jul60 members quit Portugal’s Left Bloc, declaring ‘the BE is over’
A group of 60 members of Portugal’s Left Bloc (Bloco de Esquerda, BE), including founding veterans, have announced their resignation from the party, declaring that “our Left Bloc is over” The post 60 members quit Portugal’s Left Bloc, declaring ‘the BE is over’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 JulDouro region forecasts increase in wine production
The Douro region expects to produce 25% to 30% more wine than in 2025, but the harvest will depend on weather conditions leading up to it, such as intense heat that can cause water stress in the vines.
Portugal Resident14 JulEvery Liga Portugal football match to be shown in US
Football fans across the United States of America will be able to watch every Portuguese league football match live next season after beIN SPORTS USA secured the exclusive broadcast rights The post Every Liga Portugal football match to be shown in US appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 JulEastern region rejects renewable energy acceleration zone plan
With still a precious day left to run on a ‘public participation’ exercise, Idanha-a-Nova Municipal Council, in eastern Portugal, has shown it is dead-set against the government plan to essentially The post Eastern region rejects renewable energy acceleration zone plan appeared first on Portugal Resident .