
The Portugal News19 AugCrédito Agrícola becomes Official Bank of FATACIL
Crédito Agrícola is once again taking part as the Official Bank of FATACIL – Lagoa’s Fair of Crafts, Tourism, Agriculture, Commerce and Industry.

The Portugal News19 AugPortuguese families spend 82 percent of salaries on rent
New data show renting and buying a home continue to require a high share of household income, with Faro and Funchal facing the highest housing cost burdens.

The Portugal News19 AugWeekend weather forecast
Mixed conditions expected across Portugal this weekend.

The Portugal News19 AugEurope named top global leisure travel destination
WTTC data show Europe remains the world’s leading leisure travel destination, with Southern European destinations powering its growth.

The Portugal News19 AugSuspected food poisoning at the Salesian School in Lisbon sends 32 people to the hospital
Thirty-two people, including 26 French children, received assistance and were transported to hospitals overnight following a suspected food poisoning outbreak at the Salesian School in Lisbon, located in the Estrela district.

The Portugal News19 AugRoom rents rise as supply falls
Finding an affordable room to rent is becoming increasingly difficult in parts of Portugal, with asking prices reaching €527 a month as the number of rooms available on the market falls sharply.

The Portugal News19 AugWLD Rebounds, HYPE Tests $50.70, but BlockDAG Steals the Spotlight With a $3M USDT Raffle and Major Leadership News!
The market rarely hands out second chances, but some tokens are rewriting that script. Worldcoin news shows WLD is up 20% in ten days, back above its key moving averages after a 43% emissions cut eased pressure. Likewise, Hyperliquid crypto is testing a reversal after sliding from a June peak of $76.67; $50.70 now mark

The Portugal News19 AugInflation accelerates to 2.9% in the Eurozone and 3% in the EU
Year-on-year inflation accelerated to 2.9% in the eurozone and to 3% in the European Union in July, following a dip in June, Eurostat announced today, confirming the flash estimate released last month.

The Portugal News19 AugGNR arrested the leader of an international drug trafficking network
The GNR has arrested the leader of an international drug trafficking network following an operation launched in 2026, which had already led to the arrests of approximately 50 people, the force announced.

The Portugal News19 AugFirefighters injured in Arouca are in serious condition
Three of the four Arouca volunteer firefighters travelling in a fire truck that crashed today sustained serious injuries, Commander Ricardo Fradique told Lusa.

The Portugal News19 AugPortugal invites festivals to apply for accessibility recognition
Festival organisers in Portugal have until 30 September to apply for the Accessible Festivals Programme, which recognises events that make culture more accessible to everyone.

The Portugal News19 AugPortugal Weather Today (18 August): Today's weather forecast and more...
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The Portugal News19 AugFerragudo celebrates 506 years with three days of festivities
Ferragudo is preparing to celebrate 506 years since its formal creation, with three days of festivities bringing music, entertainment and community celebrations to the Algarve village.

The Portugal News19 AugAlgarve nightclub prepares for final night
LICK Algarve will hold its final party this Saturday, 22 August, before permanently closing the nightclub.

The Portugal News19 AugFirst Drive: Chery aims high with premium Lepas L8 SUV
Has Chinese carmaker Chery got another winner on its hands with Lepas?

The Portugal News19 AugFruit Heroes conference on children’s eating habits in the Algarve
Algarve municipalities and parish councils are being invited to attend a national conference where they will receive access to the latest data on children’s eating habits in Portuguese schools, including figures broken down by municipality.

The Portugal News19 AugWine, history and luxury come together at Taboadella
Taboadella brings together wine tourism, history, and luxury accommodation at its estate in the Dão, where visitors can explore 42 hectares of vineyards, discover more than 1,500 years of winemaking history, and stay at a private Relais & Châteaux property.

The Portugal News18 AugJornal Económico appoints new director
João Marcelino has been appointed the new director of Jornal Económico, returning to the publication after working with the title for several years.

The Portugal News18 AugInternational folklore festival brings seven countries to the Algarve
FolkFaro has returned to the Algarve, bringing traditional music, dance and costumes from seven countries to towns across the region.

The Portugal News18 AugMore flight routes could soon come to the Azores
The Government of the Azores is developing the Air Route Development Fund.

The Portugal News18 AugTurtle rehabilitated in the Algarve and returned to the sea
A scientific publication highlights international collaboration, continuous adaptation, and the contribution of this case to scientific knowledge about one of the marine species most difficult to monitor in a rehabilitation setting.

The Portugal News18 AugTekever seeks major funding
The Portuguese drone maker Tekever is seeking to raise 500 million euros from investors in a deal that would value the company at 5.5 billion euros.

The Portugal News18 AugTAP ranks among Europe’s cheapest airlines
A study by AirAdvisor has identified Norwegian regional carrier Widerøe as the most expensive airline in Europe, while TAP Air Portugal ranks among the continent’s more affordable operators.

The Portugal News18 AugGovernment announces 28,000 houses delivered
The Portuguese government has announced it will have by August completed the delivery of over 28,000 houses to families, surpassing the goals outlined in the Recovery and Resilience Plan.