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.
Algarve Daily News20 OctEnglish tourist, 34, left with traumatic brain injury after falling off cliffside ropes in Aljezur
A 34-year-old English man suffered a traumatic brain injury this Tuesday afternoon, 20 October, after falling around 10 metres (33ft) from a cliff near Praia do Amado, in the Algarve municipality of Aljezur.
Algarve Daily News20 OctLiquid gold? Resin tapping could help to revitalise Algarve’s pinewoods, bringing profits and cutting wildfires
More than 42,000 hectares of stone pine grow across the Algarve, much of it producing few pine cones, if any. Tapping these trees for resin may give owners a fresh source of income, with the idea taking centre stage earlier this month at a workshop in Marmelete, in the municipality of Monchique. It presented new resin-
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctNASA and ESA experts head to Coimbra for international space summit
Some of the world’s leading names in space exploration are heading to Coimbra later this month for a two-day summit covering everything from lunar science and the search for another The post NASA and ESA experts head to Coimbra for international space summit appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctFado singers bring Portugal’s flagship genre to Solverde casinos
Three of Portugal’s best-known fado singers will take to the stage on the same night next month, as Ana Moura, Cuca Roseta and Raquel Tavares perform at Solverde casinos from The post Fado singers bring Portugal’s flagship genre to Solverde casinos appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctCocaine seizures in Portugal “already exceed 42 tonnes” this year
Police authorities have seized 42 tonnes of cocaine since January this year, 17 more than in the whole of 2025, national director of the Judicial Police (PJ), Carlos Cabreiro, has The post Cocaine seizures in Portugal “already exceed 42 tonnes” this year appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctFair pickings and bargains galore at APAA’s Pop-Ups
APAA’s white van has become synonymous with the pickups and deliveries on behalf of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve, notoriously driven by its president Jenny Clarke. “I am The post Fair pickings and bargains galore at APAA’s Pop-Ups appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctBudget watchdog queries government’s 2027 forecasts for employment, prices
Budget watchdog UTAO (full title: Technical Budget Support Unit) is querying the government’s forecasts for employment growth and prices in 2027, highlighting discrepancies with recent data. In its analysis of The post Budget watchdog queries government’s 2027 forecasts for employment, prices appeared first on Portugal
Portugal Resident20 OctOver 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira
More than 3,500 people took part in this year’s Mamamaratona in Quarteira, turning Jardim Filipe Jonas into a hub of sport, health promotion and charity on October 18. Now in The post Over 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctAlgarve animal rescue benefits from €8,300 fundraiser
A temporary fundraising space at the Armazém Regimental in Lagos has raised €8,349 for Cadela Carlota & Companhia, helping to support the care of abandoned dogs and cats in the The post Algarve animal rescue benefits from €8,300 fundraiser appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctAsbestos removal in Cascais continues to raise safety concerns
The removal of asbestos from the former Cascais secondary school has resumed, but continues to face criticism. Cascais City Council says it complies with all safety rules when removing this The post Asbestos removal in Cascais continues to raise safety concerns appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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.
Portugal Resident20 OctPilot project underway to direct drone swarms to wildfires within 10 minutes
A pilot project using surveillance sensors and AI-equipped drones to prevent and combat fires aims to reach a potential fire within 10 minutes, the government said today. “It’s a faster The post Pilot project underway to direct drone swarms to wildfires within 10 minutes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctPortugal among EU countries with sharpest rise in breast cancer among younger women
Portugal is among the European countries where breast cancer incidence has risen most sharply among younger women over the past two decades, according to new OECD and European Commission data. The post Portugal among EU countries with sharpest rise in breast cancer among younger women appeared first on Portugal Residen