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The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal Today's Weather (15 September): Cooler temperatures expected

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Portugal Resident15 Sept

Portugal stands out for decline in democracy – report

Portugal is one of the countries that stood out for its decline in democratic performance in recent years, due to indicators such as freedom of expression, civil liberties and credibility The post Portugal stands out for decline in democracy – report appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Around 60 municipalities at maximum wildfire risk as temperatures hit 37°C

Around 60 municipalities across mainland Portugal are at maximum rural fire risk today (September 15), as hot and dry conditions continue across much of the country. The highest level of The post Around 60 municipalities at maximum wildfire risk as temperatures hit 37°C appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

Major Portugal Solar Project Cut by 34%

One of Portugal’s largest proposed solar projects has been greatly scaled back after environmental authorities raised serious concerns about its original design.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Mercadona announces opening date for its Algarve store

In a press release sent to The Portugal News, Mercadona has confirmed the opening date of its Algarve store.

Portugal Resident15 Sept

MEO confirms mass attack behind internet disruption across Portugal

Portuguese telecoms operator MEO has confirmed it was targeted by a “mass attack” on Monday, causing internet and mobile communications problems reported across Portugal. The company said the attack caused The post MEO confirms mass attack behind internet disruption across Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

Construction continues to increase in Portugal

The construction production index grew 1.8% annually in July, down 0.2 percentage points (p.p.) from the previous month, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) announced.

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Irish buyers remain strong in Algarve property market

Irish buyers remain key players in Portugal’s prime Algarve property market, according to the Engel & Völkers Market Report Portugal 2025–2026. The findings come ahead of the Moving to Portugal The post Irish buyers remain strong in Algarve property market appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident15 Sept

What a difference a year makes…

“It’s almost a year!” Jenny smiles. “Amigo’s year has been a long one!” As president of the Association for Protection Animals Algarve (APAA), Jenny comes across sad and happy endings. The post What a difference a year makes… appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal wants to deepen cooperation with Palestine

Portugal and Palestine will create a joint commission to deepen cooperation in several sectors, including education, health, and agriculture, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paulo Rangel, announced after receiving his Palestinian counterpart in Lisbon.

Portugal Resident15 Sept

Vision becomes reality at The Residences Vale do Lobo

Construction of The Residences Vale do Lobo has progressed significantly in recent months, with the elegant collection of 44 apartments, townhouses and linked villas now clearly taking shape. Masonry works The post Vision becomes reality at The Residences Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Sept

Óbidos: Portugal’s Town of Queens

Óbidos is a very well-preserved medieval town, around an hour north of Lisbon. And to be honest, it’s one of my favourite places to visit in Portugal. It has a specific charm and really interesting history.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Wegovy trial on children reveals reduced obesity in weeks

A clinical trial testing the weight-loss drug Wegovy on children aged six to 12 has found that 40.4 percent of those given the treatment were no longer classified as obese after 68 weeks. 

The Portugal News14 Sept

FlixBus entry into Sete Rios postponed amid dispute

FlixBus is expected to begin operating from Lisbon’s Sete Rios bus terminal on September 29, following another delay in its planned move from Gare do Oriente.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Algarve among regions most affected by teacher shortages

The new school year is getting underway across Portugal, but the shortage of teachers remains one of the biggest concerns, particularly in the Algarve.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Portuguese supermarket chain fined in Poland

Biedronka, the Polish brand owned by Jerónimo Martins (which owns Pingo Doce supermarkets in Portugal), will have to pay a €121 million fine imposed by the Polish competition regulator (UOKiK).

Algarve Daily News14 Sept

Lagos double murder: Frenchman, 79, and wife, 62, ‘brutally beaten’ by Brazilian caretaker

A 45-year-old man has been remanded in preventive custody following the deaths of a French osteopath and his Romanian wife at their home in the Lagos area.

Algarve Daily News14 Sept

Albufeira: Nine men arrested on Falésia beach while attempting to refuel drug-smuggler boat

Nine men have been arrested near Praia da Falésia in Albufeira after being caught today, 14 September, in an operation involving Portugal’s Polícia Marítima and GNR (Guarda Nacional Republicana).

The Portugal News14 Sept

Solar power plant project abandoned in northern Portugal

Lightsource bp has abandoned plans for the Beira solar power plant in the municipalities of Castelo Branco and Idanha-a-Nova, deciding not to submit a revised version of the project. 

Portugal Resident14 Sept

905-kilo Algarve pumpkin wins national contest

An Algarve grower has secured the title of ‘pumpkin king’, taking the top prize at a national giant vegetable competition with an extraordinary specimen weighing 905 kilograms. José Rui Santos, The post 905-kilo Algarve pumpkin wins national contest appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident14 Sept

Nine arrested near Albufeira’s Falésia Beach in suspected drug trafficking operation

Nine people aged between 17 and 29 have been arrested in Albufeira on suspicion of assisting drug trafficking, following a joint operation by the Maritime Police and GNR near Falésia The post Nine arrested near Albufeira’s Falésia Beach in suspected drug trafficking operation appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Sept

Study reveals that one in five ministers in Portugal lacked relevant experience

The study examined the professional backgrounds of 507 ministers appointed to Portuguese governments since 1976.

Portugal Resident14 Sept

Faro Airport under most pressure as full biometric checks begin

Faro Airport is experiencing the greatest pressure in Portugal from the introduction of mandatory biometric border checks, although police say the new system is generally operating without major disruption. Since The post Faro Airport under most pressure as full biometric checks begin appeared first on Portugal Residen

Portugal Resident14 Sept

Dismantling of education may need parliamentary inquiry, says PS leader

Dismantling of education ‘may need parliamentary inquiry’ PS leader José Luís Carneiro has admitted today that he may request a parliamentary commission of inquiry to understand the problems within the The post Dismantling of education may need parliamentary inquiry, says PS leader appeared first on Portugal Resident .