The Portugal News1 JulPortugal set to capitalise as entrepreneurs look for European mobility
For entrepreneurs, access has become one of the most valuable assets in business — access to customers, capital, talent and markets.
Algarve Daily News1 JulAlbufeira’s mayor pleased with rules against loud noise and late opening hours, but local businesses warn of drop in tourist revenue
The Mayor of Albufeira today gave a positive assessment of the noise-control measures introduced across the municipality a month ago, saying they were already delivering results. Local businesses, however, have disputed that view, warning that the restrictions are having a damaging financial impact.
The Portugal News1 JulPortugal's car ownership costs are among Europe's highest: here's how to manage them
If you own a car in Portugal, the numbers are sobering. According to the 2022 LeasePlan Car Cost Index, an annual study covering 22 European countries, Portugal ranks fourth on the continent for the total monthly cost of car ownership, at an average of €1,160 per month. Only Switzerland, Norway and the Netherlands are
Algarve Daily News1 JulMeet Amália: Portugal’s first AI model aims to reduce the country's digital dependence on US tech titans
Portugal is preparing to launch its first large language model designed specifically for its own language and cultural context, in what Government officials describe as a step towards “digital sovereignty”.
The Portugal News1 JulThree charities join for special auction
A bit of this and a bit of that… a special auction which should attract all charity supporters.
Portugal Resident1 JulLisbon opens metro stations overnight to protect homeless from heatwave
Three Lisbon metro stations will remain open overnight to provide cooler shelter for people experiencing homelessness as Portugal braces for an intense heatwave expected to push temperatures as high as The post Lisbon opens metro stations overnight to protect homeless from heatwave appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News1 JulWild boars targeting picnics at Portugal’s Arrábida coast
Those planning to visit one of Portugal’s most picturesque stretches of coastline are being urged to keep a close eye on their food after wild boars were once again spotted roaming popular beaches in search of easy meals.
Portugal Resident1 JulWhy we fell in love with Portugal…
In this Resident Interview episode, some of our previous interviewees share how visits to Portugal, summer holidays, a wedding in Lisbon, and travels to Porto, Cascais, the Algarve, and the The post Why we fell in love with Portugal… appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulStrawberry Moon lights up Lisbon in Sky News
The Strawberry Moon cast a spectacular glow over Lisbon on Monday night, attracting crowds of locals and tourists who gathered along the River Tagus to watch and photograph the celestial The post Strawberry Moon lights up Lisbon in Sky News appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulTrump says: “We love Portugal” in Independence Day message to ambassador
United States President Donald Trump has declared “We love Portugal” and hinted at a possible future visit in a recorded message for the US ambassador to Portugal, released ahead of The post Trump says: “We love Portugal” in Independence Day message to ambassador appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News1 JulAlgarve city satisfied with noise control measures
The mayor of Albufeira gave a positive assessment of the noise control measures implemented a month ago in the municipality, but businesses fear negative impacts.
Portugal Resident1 JulEN2 in São Brás set to reopen by end of 2026
Drivers will finally be able to use the EN2 national road between São Brás de Alportel and Barranco do Velho again by the end of the year. Infraestruturas de Portugal The post EN2 in São Brás set to reopen by end of 2026 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulAndré Gomes, transforming tourism in the Algarve
For six decades, the Algarve, mainland Portugal’s southernmost region, has been a tourism destination that has gone from success to success. Arguably, this story began in 1965 with the opening The post André Gomes, transforming tourism in the Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News1 JulCost of living remains Europeans' biggest concern
Almost one in three people across the European Union believe their standard of living will worsen over the next five years, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey, with rising prices and the cost of living remaining the biggest concern for households.
Portugal Resident1 JulEuropean futsal elite returns to Portimão for International Masters tournament
Some of Europe’s biggest futsal clubs will return to the Algarve this summer for the eighth edition of the Record International Masters Futsal, with Portimão once again hosting one of The post European futsal elite returns to Portimão for International Masters tournament appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulPortuguese rescue team keeps trapped Venezuelan alive against odds
Portuguese rescue teams deployed to earthquake-hit Venezuela are engaged in a race against time to save a 44-year-old man who has remained trapped beneath the rubble of a collapsed shopping The post Portuguese rescue team keeps trapped Venezuelan alive against odds appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News1 JulLagos Food Fest returns this week
One of the Algarve’s best-known food festivals is set to return this week, bringing four days of international street food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities to the city of Lagos.
Portugal Resident1 JulMitsubishi Fuso suspends Portugal truck production
Mitsubishi Fuso has suspended production at its truck manufacturing plant in Tramagal, central Portugal, placing 267 employees on temporary lay-off throughout July as the company restructures its European operations amid The post Mitsubishi Fuso suspends Portugal truck production appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulCinema: Minions & Monsters
This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to The post Cinema: Minions & Monsters appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 JulStudy warns of “devastating consequences for astronomy” of Elon Musk’s ‘data center satellites’
A study released today warns of the “devastating consequences for astronomy” posed by placing more than 1.7 million new satellites into Earth’s orbit – including “extremely bright” ones planned by The post Study warns of “devastating consequences for astronomy” of Elon Musk’s ‘data center satellites’ appeared first on
The Portugal News1 JulThe 2026 ranking of most valuable Portuguese brands
According to the latest annual ranking by consultancy OnStrategy, which analysed more than 500 national brands, EDP remains the most valuable Portuguese brand in 2026.
The Portugal News1 JulInside the luxury new homes market of Estoril, Portugal’s historic riviera town
Elegant architecture, Atlantic views, and a legacy of international glamour have made Estoril one of Portugal’s most recognisable coastal addresses for generations.
The Portugal News1 JulLusophone-produced films at the international festival
Four films produced in Portuguese-speaking countries will compete at the Locarno International Film Festival, held in the Swiss town this August, organisers announced today.
Portugal Resident1 JulPortugal among Europe’s Top Five growth markets – but living here is the problem
Portugal has been ranked among the five European countries with the strongest growth potential for 2026, driven by a growing working-age population, an expanding startup ecosystem and increasing employment in The post Portugal among Europe’s Top Five growth markets – but living here is the problem appeared first on Por