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The Portugal News20 Aug

Portuguese Youth Orchestra performs to sold-out audience

The Portuguese Youth Orchestra (JOP) has returned from Berlin following a sold-out performance at the Young Euro Classic festival.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Stay Cool network launches climate refuges in Portugal

The Stay Cool network includes 18 certified climate refuges in the Alentejo area, spread across the municipalities of Almodôvar, Arronches, Castelo de Vide, Cuba, and Mourão, according to a statement issued by the Alentejo and Ribatejo Regional Tourism Authority (ERT). 

The Portugal News20 Aug

More than 3 tonnes of cocaine seized in Portugal

More than three tonnes of cocaine have been seized and three men arrested following a joint operation by Portuguese and Spanish police targeting an international drug trafficking network.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Property of the Week: Beautiful Character Quinta-Style Villa Near Loulé

Set amidst the peaceful Algarve countryside, just minutes from the vibrant city of Loulé, this charming quinta-style villa effortlessly combines traditional Portuguese character with modern comfort. 

The Portugal News20 Aug

Portugal ranks among top 10 for global quality of life

Portugal has solidified its position among the world’s top ten nations for foreign residents, ranking 8th out of 31 countries in InterNations’ Expat Insider 2026 study.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Renfe shifts high-speed rail plans to Portugal

Renfe is preparing to launch high-speed rail services in Portugal, shifting its focus after regulatory obstacles delayed a project in France.

The Portugal News20 Aug

FATACIL returns to Lagoa for 10 days of events

One of the Algarve's biggest summer events returns to Lagoa tomorrow, 21 August, bringing 10 days of concerts, food, crafts, agriculture and entertainment.

The Portugal News20 Aug

VIKING Cruises to recruit at Blue Careers and Employment Fair in Portugal

VIKING Cruises will be looking to strengthen its workforce at the 15th Blue Careers and Employment Fair, taking place in Lisbon on 15 October 2026. 

The Portugal News20 Aug

Are No-Deposit Bonuses Just a Myth? We Did the Research

You come across casino adverts that promise you free money with no strings attached. These bonuses don't require any deposits. What's more to wish? They don't have wagering requirements, meaning you can withdraw wins straightaway.

The Portugal News20 Aug

New €21 million bridge opens in Portugal

A new bridge over the Lima River opens to traffic today, 20 August, creating a new connection between the two sides of Viana do Castelo.

The Portugal News20 Aug

TAP Air Portugal launches new route from Porto

TAP Air Portugal is expanding its international network from Porto with a new direct service to Sal in Cape Verde, adding another intercontinental destination to the Portuguese airline’s northern hub.

The Portugal News20 Aug

8 simple ways to reset your wellbeing this September

Experts share easy ways to get your wellbeing on track before winter sets in, with Lisa Salmon.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Portugal Weather Today (20 August): Today's weather update

For the full weather forecast video, see below 👇👇👇

The Portugal News20 Aug

Early music festival returns to the western Algarve

The Costa Vicentina Early Music Fest is returning to the western Algarve this August, bringing a week of concerts and cultural activities to Lagos, Sagres, Aljezur and Vila do Bispo.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Microsoft appoints Ana Maria Lopes to lead Portugal

The appointment comes as the company expands its investment in Portugal, with AI adoption and digital transformation among its key priorities.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Grease Comes to The Yard in the Algarve

The Yard in Vale do Lobo is heading back to the 1950s on Sunday, 23 August, with an immersive Grease the Musical Dinner.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Algarve hotels to offer more than 2,000 local oranges to guests

Guests staying at five Algarve hotels will have the chance to taste one of the region's best-known local products this week, with more than 2,000 Algarve oranges being handed out.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Coca-Cola Appoints New Portugal Chief

Coca-Cola has appointed Diogo Gioia as its new General Manager for Portugal. He will now lead one of the company’s main markets in the Iberian Peninsula.

The Portugal News19 Aug

New boardwalk to link two Algarve beaches

Work on the new route between Altura and Praia Verde is already underway, with the first sections installed earlier this summer.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Glaces des Alpes arrives at Apolónia in the Algarve

Apolónia Supermarkets is reinforcing its premium product offering by introducing Glaces des Alpes, a French brand of artisan ice creams and sorbets from the Alps.

The Portugal News19 Aug

European seas experience record summer heat

Sea temperatures around parts of Europe have been unusually high this summer, with some areas recording temperatures up to 6°C above the seasonal average.

The Portugal News19 Aug

Lusíadas Saúde will be the Official Medical Services Provider at Festival F in the Algarve

Lusíadas Saúde will, for the seventh consecutive year, serve as the Official Medical Services Provider for Festival F, taking place on 3, 4 and 5 September in Faro’s historic city centre. 

The Portugal News19 Aug

Princess Eugenie reveals name of daughter born in Lisbon

The royal couple say the name honours British and Portuguese history following the birth of their first child in Portugal.

The Portugal News19 Aug

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

These are our top podcast picks.