Portugal Resident19 OctMonth of Regeneration returns to western Algarve
A month-long programme of hands-on environmental activities is returning to the western Algarve this November, inviting residents, volunteers and visitors to get directly involved in restoring local landscapes. The Month The post Month of Regeneration returns to western Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctLisbon’s ‘right to housing’ encampment “stands strong”
Around a hundred tents remain pitched today in Praça D. Pedro IV, in Lisbon, albeit some appear already empty, writes Lusa João Veloso, one of the spokespeople for the Lisbon The post Lisbon’s ‘right to housing’ encampment “stands strong” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctDouro River tourism exceeds 1.1 million passengers
Passenger numbers have risen in 2026, with cruises around Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia and Pinhão accounting for 80 percent of river traffic.
Portugal Resident19 OctRecycling could halve EU need for lithium, nickel by 2040 – study
The European Union (EU) can reduce the need for new minerals for batteries, with recycling set to halve the demand for lithium and nickel by 2040, according to a study The post Recycling could halve EU need for lithium, nickel by 2040 – study appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctRyanair expands Portugal routes for next summer
The low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced 29 new routes as part of its summer 2027 operational program, strengthening connectivity between Porto and the United Kingdom and Germany.
Portugal Resident19 OctJack Johnson returning to Portugal after nearly 20 years
Jack Johnson is returning to Portugal for the first time in almost two decades, with the American singer-songwriter confirmed as the first act announced for CoolJazz 2027. The musician will The post Jack Johnson returning to Portugal after nearly 20 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctMajor push to save Beira Baixa from Sophia mega solar power plant
There are only a couple of days left for nature enthusiasts in this country to register their opinions on the ‘revised Sophia photovoltaic solar power plant project’ which has been The post Major push to save Beira Baixa from Sophia mega solar power plant appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctStrike closes schools across Portugal
According to the union, the strike concerns non-teaching staff, including operational assistants, technical assistants, and specialised or senior technical staff.
The Portugal News19 OctHundreds of bottles collected by Volta dumped in Portugal woods
Hundreds of crushed bottles collected through Portugal’s Volta deposit-return scheme were found dumped in a wooded area in Odivelas, prompting an investigation into the waste's origin and possible fraud.
Portugal Resident19 OctFree workshop keeps traditional Algarve shoemaking alive
A traditional Algarve shoe once associated with the region’s fishing and rural communities will take centre stage in a new certified training course in Loulé. Loulé Criativo, in partnership with The post Free workshop keeps traditional Algarve shoemaking alive appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctGovernment proposes mutual recognition of university degrees with China
Portugal has submitted a proposal to China for an agreement on the mutual recognition of academic qualifications, which Beijing has agreed to consider, the Minister for Education, Science and Innovation, The post Government proposes mutual recognition of university degrees with China appeared first on Portugal Resident
The Portugal News19 OctWhy Is Everyone Talking About Melides? Discovering Portugal’s Most Exclusive Coastal Gem
For years, the understated charm of the Alentejo Coast was one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Today, Melides, a serene and pristine stretch of this coastline, is rapidly transforming into Europe’s most coveted luxury destination and the most talked-about hotspot on the international radar.
The Portugal News19 OctVentura proposes emergency housing measures in Portugal
Chega is calling for increased tax deductions on rent and mortgage payments, alongside changes to property taxation.
The Portugal News19 OctCarefree Days
This piece, Carefree Days, was written by me in my early twenties.
The Portugal News19 OctLisbon mayor wants to suspend shared electric scooters
Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has announced his intention to seek the immediate suspension of the city’s shared electric scooter system. The proposal will be presented at the municipal executive meeting scheduled for 21 October.
Portugal Resident19 OctLisbon museum employees suspected of embezzling ticket money
PJ Judicial Police have arrested two employees of a museum in Lisbon on suspicion of issuing discounted or free tickets in situations not covered by the scheme, appropriating the amount The post Lisbon museum employees suspected of embezzling ticket money appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctPortugal’s National Health Service computer system outage
The outage has prevented doctors at several local health units from issuing prescriptions and accessing patients’ electronic records.
Portugal Resident19 OctJerrycans with 2,000 litres of fuel found near beach in Torres Vedras
Around 100 jerrycans were found in the early hours of this morning near the fishing harbour at Assenta Beach, in São Pedro da Cadeira, in the municipality of Torres Vedras, The post Jerrycans with 2,000 litres of fuel found near beach in Torres Vedras appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctEx-partner and Brazilian lover in preventive custody over bathtub murder
The bathtub murder of a Portuguese man in Setúbal earlier this year has seen his former partner, and her Brazilian lover, remanded in custody. Correio da Manhã tabloid says that The post Ex-partner and Brazilian lover in preventive custody over bathtub murder appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctPortugal's Volta recycling system faces criticism
Hotels, restaurants and cafés across Portugal are calling for changes to the Volta recycling system, saying that the current arrangements are creating additional costs, taking up valuable time and making everyday operations more complicated.
Portugal Resident19 OctSex at the wheel ends in tragedy
Eye-witnesses in Odivelas could not quite believe it: one minute a car sped past with two people in the driving seat, clearly in passionate embrace, and the next the car The post Sex at the wheel ends in tragedy appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctPhotographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves
Zephyr Gallery in Silves will welcome American photographer Eric Roth for a special pop-up artist event on Saturday, October 24. Running from 11am to 2pm, the event will give visitors The post Photographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctPortugal Socialist Party proposes new housing tax exemptions
The proposals include capital gains tax exemptions on property sales of up to €300,000 and reduced taxation on homes sold for between €300,000 and €500,000.
Portugal Resident19 OctHospitals, doctors in confusion as state health service computer system fails
Portugal’s SNS state health service computer system has been down since 10am today in several local health units (hospitals/ health centres, etc.), preventing doctors from issuing prescriptions and accessing patients’ The post Hospitals, doctors in confusion as state health service computer system fails appeared first