The Portugal News22 AugPortugal is industrialising again. But this time it is different
For many years, the word "industry" evoked large factories, assembly lines, mass production and competitiveness based mainly on the cost of labour.
The Portugal News21 AugSummer evening in Tavira
We came to Tavira to visit a crafts fair by the Gilão River and, since we were already there, decided to spend some time walking through the pretty streets of the town.
The Portugal News21 AugSoltour expands Balearic Islands flights for summer 2026
The tour operator has increased its direct connections from Portugal to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza as demand for Mediterranean holidays continues to grow.
The Portugal News21 AugTourist spending in Portugal rises 4.2% in first half of 2026
June revenue exceeded last year’s level as the country’s tourism sector maintained steady growth.
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal patients take part in personalised melanoma vaccine trial
Three patients being treated at the Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPO) in Lisbon are among those taking part in an international clinical trial testing a personalised vaccine for melanoma, one of the most aggressive forms of skin cancer.
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal Active Space Technologies prepares to enter Middle Eastern market
Portuguese space technology company Active Space Technologies is preparing to enter Middle Eastern markets after securing its largest satellite components contract to date, worth up to €3 million.
The Portugal News21 AugOpera Festival returns to Portugal
A “Meeting of Titans” at the Praça da Criatividade (Creativity Square) marks the start of this year’s Óbidos Opera Festival.
The Portugal News21 AugImmigrants travel hundreds of kilometres for two-minute AIMA appointments
Immigrants in Portugal are travelling hundreds of kilometres and spending significant sums of money to attend appointments with the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA), with some consultations reportedly lasting just a few minutes.
The Portugal News21 AugAlgarve municipalities charge tourists to stay overnight
Tourists staying in some of the Algarve's most popular destinations are paying an additional charge on top of the cost of their accommodation.
The Portugal News21 AugMore than 80 areas of Portugal face very high fire risk
More than 80 municipalities across mainland Portugal are facing a very high risk of rural fires this Friday, 21 August, with several areas remaining under increased pressure due to weather conditions.
The Portugal News21 AugUS backs Portugal's renewable energy development
Portugal has identified more than 800 areas across around 170 municipalities where solar and wind energy projects could be developed more quickly, under plans approved by the Government to speed up investment in renewable power.
The Portugal News21 AugLaw banning the use of the burqa has been enacted in Portugal
The President of the Republic has passed laws which prohibit the use of face-covering garments in public areas, a measure generally known as the “burqa ban” and one which is largely regarded as being aimed at Muslim women who wear full-face veils.
The Portugal News21 AugDead fish appear again in Algarve stream as oxygen levels fall
Dead fish have once again appeared in the Ribeira de Alcantarilha, near Armação de Pêra, with extremely low oxygen levels identified as the likely cause.
The Portugal News21 AugBTC breaks through $76,400, MoneySimpler AI trading allows BTC holders to earn passive income every day
According to Yahoo Finance, MoneySimpler, a leading global digital currency service platform, has launched a new AI trading system. With convenience, security, and intelligence at its core, it helps investors easily manage and grow their digital assets.
The Portugal News21 AugWhile we discuss politics, abroad they look at Portugal
While in Portugal much of the public debate continues to focus on the political controversies of the moment, abroad a different narrative about the country is beginning to be built.
The Portugal News21 AugSwimming banned at Algarve beach
People have been told not to swim at Praia da Nazaré after tests found higher-than-normal levels of microbiological contamination in the water.
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal fast-tracks renewable energy
Portugal has identified more than 800 areas across around 170 municipalities where solar and wind energy projects could be developed more quickly, under plans approved by the Government to speed up investment in renewable power.
The Portugal News21 AugAlgarve village’s climate refuge offers escape from extreme heat
A small village in the Algarve is attracting attention for a climate refuge that is helping residents and visitors escape increasingly intense summer temperatures.
The Portugal News21 AugRain and strong winds set to return to Portugal
Portugal is set for a mostly dry, sunny start to the weekend before a change in the weather brings rain, stronger winds, and rougher seas from Sunday.
The Portugal News21 AugPortugal approves €3.5 million for damage in riverfront and coastal areas
The government approved a €3.5 million boost today for the program aimed at recovering riverfront areas and coastal zones affected by this year’s storms, bringing the total funding to €80 million.
The Portugal News21 AugMEO Kalorama reveals concert times and announces new act
MEO Kalorama has revealed the concert schedule for this year's festival, which returns to Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon from 28 to 30 August.
The Portugal News21 AugNew emergency care model in Portugal
A model based on a different triage approach is being developed at the Leiria emergency department, helping to reduce the time patients spend in the unit while ensuring patient safety through continuous monitoring.
The Portugal News21 AugPlanned power cuts to affect parts of Portugal
Several areas of mainland Portugal will experience temporary power cuts this Sunday, 23 August, as E-REDES carries out scheduled work on the electricity distribution network.