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The Portugal News26 Jun

Portuguese athlete crowned European canoeing champion

On 25 June, canoeist Gabriel Fernandes was crowned European marathon champion in the C1 short course, in a competition taking place until 28 June in Pitesti, Romania.

The Portugal News26 Jun

The Ultimate Buying Property in Portugal Guide: What International Buyers Need to Know

For those who dare to dream big, relocating or buying a second home in a location offering sunshine and a more relaxed pace of life is top of the bucket list. Portugal’s stunning coastlines, 300 days of sunshine, and exceptional quality of life make it a prime destination for foreign buyers looking for real estate. How

Portugal Resident26 Jun

Vilamoura – a place to belong

Today Vilamoura is entering a new chapter – one defined not only by its natural beauty, but by a refined, year-round lifestyle that blends sophistication, wellbeing, and understated exclusivity. Just The post Vilamoura – a place to belong appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News25 Jun

Electric cars reduce pollutant gas emissions in Europe

Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles registered in Europe decreased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, according to provisional data released by the European Environment Agency (EEA).

The Portugal News25 Jun

Rome Airports warn of summer chaos over new EU border checks

Rome’s airports have warned of a serious risk of operational chaos during peak tourist months unless the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) rules are relieved. 

The Portugal News25 Jun

Increases demand for more affordable homes outside Portugal urban centres

The demand for housing in Portugal continues to grow; however, buyers are increasingly concentrating their searches in municipalities where the average price is below €308,488.

The Portugal News25 Jun

Dils' new store in the Algarve reinforces presence in the Portuguese market

Dils, a leading real estate consultancy in the European market, is reinforcing its presence in Portugal by opening another store in the Algarve, this time in Vilamoura Marina.

The Portugal News25 Jun

How to make gardening easier as you get older

You don’t have to downsize if you’re struggling to cope, an expert says.

The Portugal News25 Jun

Free flights for companions of disabled people approved by the European Union

The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have reached an agreement to allow companions of people with disabilities or reduced mobility to travel free of charge by plane if deemed necessary, and the airline does not guarantee assistance.

Portugal Resident25 Jun

MED Festival begins today in Loulé

Loulé‘s historic centre is coming alive today (June 25) as the 22nd edition of the MED Festival gets underway, promising four days of music, culture and gastronomy in what organisers The post MED Festival begins today in Loulé appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Portugal dispatches rescue team to Venezuela

Portugal is preparing to send a 50-member emergency response team to earthquake-hit Venezuela “as quickly as possible”, while TAP Air Portugal has confirmed that one of its flight crews remains The post Portugal dispatches rescue team to Venezuela appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News25 Jun

Portugal will send 50 emergency civil protection personnel to Venezuela

Portugal has made a 50-member emergency civil protection team available to Venezuela, an offer that was accepted, to assist with operations after two earthquakes early this morning, the Prime Minister announced.

Algarve Daily News25 Jun

Algarve’s €60 million Metrobus project at risk of being shelved before even being introduced

The Algarve's long-planned Metrobus project, which was due to enter service in 2029, is at risk of being shelved after local authorities warned they cannot shoulder the cost of the scheme without financial backing from central government.

Algarve Daily News25 Jun

Algarve tourism board launches advertising campaign for Kanye West concert on 7 August, despite criticism of musician’s conduct

American rapper Kanye West, who now performs under the name Ye, is set to return to Portugal for the first time in 15 years with a concert at the Algarve Stadium on 7 August, despite ongoing controversy surrounding the artist over a series of antisemitic remarks and a slew of inflammatory public statements.

Algarve Daily News25 Jun

‘More police officers, new stations, and expanded CCTV coverage across Algarve’, guarantees Government minister in visit

Portugal’s Interior Minister, Luís Neves, has met with local authority leaders and security officials across the Algarve as part of preparations for a new investment programme covering police staffing, infrastructure, and CCTV systems.

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Specialist explains dangers of twin earthquakes; Portugal ‘needs to be prepared’

With the world responding to the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela yesterday – and total casualties and destruction still far from being accounted for – a leading Portuguese engineering The post Specialist explains dangers of twin earthquakes; Portugal ‘needs to be prepared’ appeared first on Portugal

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Portugal on verge of securing World Cup knockout spot without playing

Portugal could secure its place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today without even taking to the pitch. Roberto Martínez’s side, which sits second in Group The post Portugal on verge of securing World Cup knockout spot without playing appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News25 Jun

Project Emc2 reveals the “botanical white pearls” of Sagres to students to celebrate the World Environment Day

Within the Emc2 Project ‘Exploring White crowberry Coastal Habitats’ coordinated by researcher Alexandra Viegas Abreu Lima (MARE-ARNET & INIAV, I.P.), an educational visit to the coastal area of ​​Cape St. Vincent (Sagres, Algarve) took place during the week of World Environment Day (5th June).

The Portugal News25 Jun

Portuguese duo among world cup’s most valuable players

Portugal midfielders Vitinha and João Neves have been ranked among the most valuable players competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the latest market valuations. 

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Intermarché invests €4m in new Algoz store

Intermarché has strengthened its presence in the Algarve with the opening of a new supermarket in Algoz, following a €4 million investment that has created 45 jobs and expanded retail The post Intermarché invests €4m in new Algoz store appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Portugal ‘must be prepared for imported cases of Ebola’, as has happened in France

Portugal should remain prepared for imported cases of Ebola despite the risk of the virus spreading in Europe remaining “extremely low”. This is the view of Portuguese infectious disease specialist The post Portugal ‘must be prepared for imported cases of Ebola’, as has happened in France appeared first on Portugal Res

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Historic Olhão cultural venue granted protected status

One of Olhão’s best-known cultural landmarks has officially been granted Municipal Property of Interest status, recognising its architectural, historical and cultural importance to the city. The 19th century República 14 The post Historic Olhão cultural venue granted protected status appeared first on Portugal Resident

Portugal Resident25 Jun

The July 2026 Night Sky

The summer Milky Way is now overhead in July evenings. Deep inside the Milky Way, we have the three bright stars of the summer triangle. The brightest of these three The post The July 2026 Night Sky appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident25 Jun

Manhunt underway across central Portugal after woman stabbed in Leiria

Police have launched a manhunt* after a woman was stabbed in the underground car park of a shopping centre in Leiria today, with her alleged attacker fleeing the scene in The post Manhunt underway across central Portugal after woman stabbed in Leiria appeared first on Portugal Resident .