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Portugal Resident6d ago

Lagoa furious after road markings painted over ‘dangerous’ EN125 link

Lagoa Council has accused national infrastructure authority Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) of painting new road markings over a badly deteriorated stretch of road without first repairing the surface, describing the The post Lagoa furious after road markings painted over ‘dangerous’ EN125 link appeared first on Portug

Portugal Resident6d ago

Silves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex

Silves Council has taken a major step towards building a new multi-purpose complex for sport, culture and large-scale events, after completing the purchase of the land where the facility is The post Silves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News6d ago

Portuguese association presents proposals for affordable rent

The Housing and Development Association for Portugal (AHDPP) "intends to speak to the middle class in particular," focusing on affordable rental housing, involving private investors and municipalities to "scale up" new construction and the rehabilitation of vacant properties.

The Portugal News6d ago

University of Coimbra promotes digital program for menopause

A digital psychological intervention program to address the physical and emotional challenges of the transition to menopause has been created at the University of Coimbra (UC), accompanied by a study aimed at women between 40 and 60 years old.

The Portugal News6d ago

Caring for the Unloved Ones (4) : The Triage of Death

“We who are about to die, will not salute you!” could well be the appropriate last words of the several thousand elderly British citizens who have been denied the legality of exit by assisted suicide. 

The Portugal News15 Sept

Walking through the heart of Lisbon

There are many ways to explore Lisbon, but one of my favourite walks is right through the heart of the city, starting at Rossio and making your way down towards the river.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Petition against the “Volta” system already has more than 37,000 signatures

The petition to end the “Volta” system, a deposit and refund system for packaging, which is awaiting “deliberation on its admissibility” in parliament, already has more than 37,000 signatures, according to information on the ‘Public Petition’ website.

The Portugal News15 Sept

easyJet launches sale with up to 20% off flights from Portugal

easyJet has launched a new sale offering discounts of up to 20% on selected flights to and from Portugal.

The Portugal News15 Sept

AIMA complaints fall as citizens praise rises

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) says its services improved significantly in the first half of 2026, with more people being attended to and fewer complaints. 

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal among the world’s best in Management Masters

Five Portuguese schools are included in this year’s Financial Times’ Masters in Management ranking.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Ryanair rejected allegations of partially sucked passenger

Michael O’Leary, chief executive of Ryanair, publicly rejected the allegations that a passenger had been partly sucked out of the aircraft after a window broke during a flight from Greece to Germany.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Fuel costs could push up food prices in Portugal

Rising fuel costs in Portugal are beginning to work their way through the supply chain, with haulage companies already increasing what they charge customers and supermarkets warning that shoppers could start seeing the effect within a month.

The Portugal News15 Sept

All 613 pupils in Portugal without classes have now been allocated

In Lisbon, the 613 pupils still waiting for a class place have now been assigned to schools, following a meeting between education officials and around 30 school directors that lasted more than seven hours. 

The Portugal News15 Sept

Passengers in Portugal airports continue increasing

In July 2026, Portuguese airports welcomed over 7.7 million passengers, a 2% year-on-year increase and a recovery after the 0.2% decrease in June. 

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Ferragudo to host big street party this Friday

Ferragudo’s Rua 25 de Abril will turn into one big street party on Friday, September 18, with live music, food, drinks and entertainment running into the early hours. The 14th The post Ferragudo to host big street party this Friday appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

IKEA plans a new store in Portugal

After opening a store in Coimbra, IKEA plans to open more stores in Portugal.

The Portugal News15 Sept

MEO hit by cyberattack

The company assures that it managed to quickly control the situation.

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Hundreds of firefighters tackle reignitions in Proença-a-Nova

The largest fire on the mainland today, in Alvito da Beira, was mobilizing 620 personnel at the end of this morning, supported by 207 vehicles and six aircraft. Fires in The post Hundreds of firefighters tackle reignitions in Proença-a-Nova appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Algarve duo take on Ironman to shine a light on men’s mental health

When Martin Marks talks about what is driving him to take on one of the toughest physical challenges of his life, his enthusiasm is infectious. The South African owner of The post Algarve duo take on Ironman to shine a light on men’s mental health appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Find your new four-legged friend at AlgarveShopping adoption day

Anyone thinking about adding a new four-legged member to the family will have the chance to meet dogs and cats looking for homes at AlgarveShopping on Saturday, September 19. The The post Find your new four-legged friend at AlgarveShopping adoption day appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

Angolan Archbishop Leads Fátima Pilgrimage

An Angolan archbishop has led Fátima’s latest international pilgrimage, using his visit to Portugal to call for forgiveness and reconciliation at a time of war and growing division around the world.

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Liberals accuse government of talking about a “wonderland” country

It’s another less than good day for Portugal’s coalition government, which, on paper at least, has been doing so well. Yes, the ratings agencies love Portugal, and yes, foreigners love The post Liberals accuse government of talking about a “wonderland” country appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Faro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra

Faro’s historic Teatro Lethes will open its new season on September 17, launching almost three months of performances ranging from classical music and theatre to dance, cinema and stand-up comedy. The post Faro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal submits film for Oscar nomination

The film “A Memória do Cheiro das Coisas” (The Memory of the Smell of Things), by António Ferreira, was chosen to represent Portugal in its Oscar nomination application, the Portuguese Film Academy announced.