The Portugal News21 OctPortugal secures 5th place as one of the best countries in the world to live in
Portugal came fifth in the world for the best country in which to live, as shown in the 2026 version of the Nomad Lifestyle Index.
The Portugal News21 OctOne in eight homes in Portugal sells within a week
Buying a home in Portugal can mean having to make decisions quickly, with new figures showing that 12% of properties advertised for sale were sold in less than seven days.
The Portugal News21 OctPolar air brings colder temperatures to Portugal
Portugal is in for a colder end to the week, with temperatures expected to drop below 8°C in ten district capitals on 22 October.
The Portugal News21 OctPortugal has 690,000 pending applications for citizenship
The Institute of Registration and Notary Affairs (IRN) reports that it had 690,480 pending applications for citizenship as at 30 June 2026.
The Portugal News21 OctZoomarine Algarve named world’s best theme park
Zoomarine has been recognised as the world’s best theme park for the third consecutive year, securing the title at the 2026 World Travel Awards.
The Portugal News21 OctPortuguese Parliament to assist in investigation of Ventura’s office assault
The President of the Assembly of the Republic announced on 21 October that Parliament will act as an assistant in the judicial process concerning the alleged robbery of the office of the leader of Chega, with José António Barreiros acting as its lawyer on a "pro bono" basis.
The Portugal News21 OctPortugal sees flash sales of real estate
A study by the real estate platform idealista, dated 20 October, finds that around 12% of residential properties listed on the market in Portugal in the third quarter of 2026 sold in less than a week.
The Portugal News21 OctStudents in Portugal protest against tuition fee increases
University students will demonstrate in Lisbon on 21 October against the government's proposal to allow tuition fees to be updated starting in the 2027/2028 academic year.
The Portugal News21 OctPortugal Weather Today (21 October): Autumn has finally arrived
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The Portugal News21 OctPublic petition proposes replacing "Creche Feliz" in Portugal
A public petition, which has been led by legal expert and UNICEF consultant Mafalda Bravo Velez, is at the present time collecting signatures with a view to presenting a proposal to the Assembly of the Republic for the creation of the “Growing Up Happy” (Crescer Feliz) programme.
The Portugal News21 OctA Misty History of Portugal : The Visigoth Monarchy 585 to 711 CE
The Visigoths (western Goths) were a people of Germanic descent who were forced by the invasive Huns to leave their homeland in Romania and seek asylum in the east Roman Empire region of the southern Balkans. They were not well received by the Roman administration whose harassment provoked the battle
The Portugal News20 OctRegistered unemployment falls in Portugal
The number of people registered as unemployed fell to 271,984 in September, marking a 10.1% decrease compared to the same period last year.
The Portugal News20 OctThe Statue of Luis at night in Lisbon
Standing proud in the very heart of Lisbon. The statue of King José I looks out directly onto the Tejo River.
The Portugal News20 OctTAP deal gives Lufthansa over 30% of Europe-Brazil market
Lufthansa’s planned acquisition of a stake in TAP Air Portugal could give the German airline group a commanding position on flights between Europe and Brazil.
The Portugal News20 OctRyanair CEO predicts record airfare increases in Europe
The CEO of Ryanair, Michael O'Leary, predicts that travellers will face the biggest increase in airfares “in history” next year.
The Portugal News20 OctAlgarve bar raises over €1,000 for firefighters
A bar in Carvoeiro has raised more than €1,150 to help support firefighters in the Algarve, thanks to donations from its customers.
The Portugal News20 OctMore than 900,000 people vaccinated against the flu in Portugal
More than 940,000 people have been vaccinated against the flu since the start of the seasonal campaign, with the majority receiving their shots at pharmacies, the Directorate-General of Health (DGS) announced today.
The Portugal News20 OctPortugal invention applications rise
Portugal is seeing a significant increase in applications to protect new inventions, with figures showing a 36.8% rise during the first nine months of 2026.
The Portugal News20 OctAlgarve community garden festival returns
The free event will feature workshops, a guided tour, a community picnic, and activities that promote sustainable agriculture and healthy eating.
The Portugal News20 OctCristiano Ronaldo’s suspension and an uncertain International Future
The wait is finally over. After weeks of speculation, the Portuguese Football Federation has delivered its verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial departure from the national team camp during the October international window.
The Portugal News20 OctWounded Ukrainian military personnel find refuge and rehabilitation in Portugal
The Fénix Rehabilitation Centre, which is situated in a building that was previously a seminary in Aldeia Nova in the town of Ourém, cared for 50 Ukrainian soldiers who had been injured in the conflict with Russia from July 2024 through to October 2026.
The Portugal News20 OctIs Portugal Still the Right Place to Call Home? Lisbon Summit Explores What Comes Next
In partnership with CNN, Global Citizen Solutions hosts an unprecedented international gathering with experts in Lisbon.
The Portugal News20 OctHousehold wealth rises 67% in Portugal since 2010
Household net wealth reached €1.196 trillion in 2025, driven by rising property values and financial assets, according to the Bank of Portugal.
The Portugal News20 OctNorthern Portugal and Galicia to build cross-border competitiveness hub
The Galicia–North Portugal Euroregion aims to build a cross-border competitiveness hub to establish itself as “a more competitive and innovative territory, capable of attracting investment,” it was announced today.