The Portugal News10 JulPortugal closes innovation gap with EU
New data shows steady progress driven by public investment and research, while weak private-sector spending continues to limit growth.
The Portugal News10 JulHow to style a cosy snug in modern homes
As small ‘snug’ rooms enjoy a renaissance, interior designers give their advice on how to create this dedicated relaxation area.
Portugal Resident10 JulMarvila Studios: Martinhal brings hybrid hospitality to East Lisbon
Martinhal has announced Marvila Studios, an innovative hybrid hospitality concept located within the Edu Hub Lisbon campus, in the fast-emerging Marvila district of East Lisbon. Designed as a flexible accommodation The post Marvila Studios: Martinhal brings hybrid hospitality to East Lisbon appeared first on Portugal R
Portugal Resident10 JulPortugal’s firefighting Canadair aircraft unable to operate in extreme heat
Canadair CL-215 water bombers – previously described as the ‘big guns’ needed in large wildfires – are not, ultimately, the answer for a country at the mercy of increasing heatwaves. The post Portugal’s firefighting Canadair aircraft unable to operate in extreme heat appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 JulNew motorhome park opens near Algarve’s Burgau beach
Motorhome travellers visiting the western Algarve have a new place to stay following the opening of a 54-space serviced motorhome area just 750 metres from Praia do Burgau, near Lagos. The post New motorhome park opens near Algarve’s Burgau beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 JulThe problem with AI’s ‘workslop’
This is a rather appropriate term which has been coined in the lexicon of cyber-speak to describe the vast output of information by Artificial Intelligence which proves to be hollow The post The problem with AI’s ‘workslop’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News10 Jul18 Portuguese schools recognised in Lidl programme promoting healthy and sustainable eating
Eighteen primary school classes from across Portugal have been recognised in the latest edition of Lidl Portugal's "Turma Imbatível" (Unbeatable Class) programme after creating healthy and environmentally friendly meal plans.
Portugal Resident10 JulFuel price rise will be painful: diesel expected to jump 7 cents/ litre
Drivers, haulage companies and businesses generally in Portugal are expected to face a sharp increase in fuel prices next week, with diesel forecast to rise by seven cents per litre The post Fuel price rise will be painful: diesel expected to jump 7 cents/ litre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 JulTourism ambitions and the future of Castelo do Bode
On June 22, a broadcast by “Investigação SIC” focussed attention on the complaints made by mainly foreign investors who had been persuaded by artful publicity to part with substantial values The post Tourism ambitions and the future of Castelo do Bode appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 JulAlbufeira lifts construction ban for most of the summer
Building work be allowed in Albufeira during July and September after the municipality approved a temporary lifting of its long-standing summer construction restrictions. Until now, the municipality’s urban planning regulations The post Albufeira lifts construction ban for most of the summer appeared first on Portugal
Portugal Resident10 JulFree beach fitness classes return to Praia da Rocha for the summer
Visitors and residents will once again be able to enjoy a wide range of free fitness classes and beach sports at Praia da Rocha this summer. Held at the Área The post Free beach fitness classes return to Praia da Rocha for the summer appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 JulWine Talk – Algarve tradition with a modern spin
The pale style of Negra Mole wines comes from the mix of white, pink and black grapes that grow within each ripe cluster on the vine. Negra Mole is native The post Wine Talk – Algarve tradition with a modern spin appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News10 JulThe Algarve is stronger when it speaks with one voice
Last Monday, I had the honour of being invited by Hélder Martins, president of AHETA, to be present in Albufeira at the signing of the memorandum of understanding that formalises the merger process between the two main business associations linked to hotels and tourism in the Algarve.
Portugal Resident10 JulPortugal’s Volta deposit return scheme collects 55.5 million containers
Portugal’s new Volta deposit return scheme has collected 55.5 million beverage containers in its first three months, highlighting strong consumer participation while exposing unexpected challenges in Lisbon, where local authorities The post Portugal’s Volta deposit return scheme collects 55.5 million containers appeare
The Portugal News10 JulYou are not buying a house, you are buying a village
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Portugal Resident10 JulRethinking dentistry
Modern dentistry has changed. We are witnessing the shift from an emergency-driven dental practice to a holistic approach to dentistry. In Lagoa, Vitra Clinic defends that a healthy smile is The post Rethinking dentistry appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News10 JulPortuguese hospital in Alto Minho launches robotic knee surgery
The Alto Minho Local Health Unit (ULS Alto Minho) announced on 9 July that the Santa Luzia Hospital in Viana do Castelo launched a robotic knee surgery program a month ago, with 11 operations performed to date.
The Portugal News10 JulMore Than a Competition: What the Student Art Prize Means for Young Artists
While public voting continues for the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize, the competition represents something far more significant than an award. For many of the students taking part, it is their first experience of exhibiting artwork beyond the classroom, sharing their creativity with the public and seeing t
The Portugal News9 JulBussaco Forest is the first therapeutic forest on the Iberian Peninsula
The Bussaco National Forest, located in the municipality of Mealhada, will receive certification next week as the Iberian Peninsula’s first Therapeutic Forest, Gonçalo Breda Marques, president of the Bussaco Forest Foundation, announced.
The Portugal News9 JulBrits in Spain encouraged to replace their Brexit residency documents
Thousands of British nationals living in Spain are being encouraged to replace their existing Brexit residency documents as authorities begin a phased renewal process for permanent residents.
The Portugal News9 JulTAP resumes flights to Venezuela following the earthquakes
TAP will resume flights to and from Venezuela on July 13, using Arturo Michelena Airport in Valencia, located 170 kilometres west of Caracas, Emídio Sousa, the Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities (SEC), announced.