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The Portugal News2 Sept

Portugal needs 850 nurses

The number of nurses needed for local health units (ULS) is around 850, the Minister of Health said, adding that an expansion of these professionals' working hours is planned.

The Portugal News2 Sept

The Hand Matters Again: What Venice Tells Us About the Future of Art Education

Among all the spectacular things I encountered at the Venice Biennale, one of the most encouraging was also one of the simplest: The hand matters again.

The Portugal News2 Sept

Oriente Metro Station in Lisbon is more than a place to catch a train

Opened in 1998 for the world-famous Expo '98, the station was designed as an underground art gallery, with works inspired by the theme of the oceans.

The Portugal News2 Sept

Portugal spent more than 10% of public expenditure on education

Portugal dedicated 10.3% of its public expenditure to education in 2024, higher than the European Union average of 9.7%, as mentioned in the most recent data from the European Commission on investment in the sector.

The Portugal News2 Sept

Portugal's One Health Opportunity: Building a European Hub for Health Innovation in the Algarve

In an era defined by complex health challenges—from antimicrobial resistance to climate-related diseases—Portugal stands at the forefront of a transformative movement. 

The Portugal News1 Sept

Summer evening in Alvor

Alvor is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Algarve, and during summer evenings, the usually quiet streets completely change. 

The Portugal News1 Sept

Orcas continue to damage vessels off the Iberian Peninsula

A number of incidents involving orcas and recreational boats have caused sailors along the Atlantic coast to become alert, there having been several such episodes in Portuguese waters.

The Portugal News1 Sept

President of Portugal promulgates new immigration and asylum law

Portugal’s President António José Seguro has promulgated the country’s new immigration and asylum legislation, three days after the Constitutional Court cleared the contested provisions.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Portugal tourism grows despite United States dip

Portugal’s tourism sector continued to grow in July, despite an unexpected fall in overnight stays by visitors from the United States.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Have you visited the Terra Nostra thermal pool in Furnas, the Azores?

The Terra Nostra thermal pool in Furnas, on São Miguel Island, is one of the most famous places to enjoy the natural volcanic waters of the Azores. 

The Portugal News1 Sept

Mercadona opens new store in Alentejo

On 3 September, Mercadona will inaugurate a new store in the Beja district, at the Beja Jardim retail park.

Algarve Daily News1 Sept

Interior Minister says political attacks have ‘crossed all limits’, after Ventura compares him to ‘gangster’ over alleged dodgy dealings

Portugal’s Minister for Internal Administration, Luís Neves, has accused Chega leader André Ventura of going beyond legitimate political scrutiny after Ventura compared him to a “gangster” and suggested he could be linked to drug dealing.

Algarve Daily News1 Sept

Algarve farmers face a decade of change: water, funding, and ageing workforce come under pressure

Water, European Union funding, an ageing population, and the ability, or inability, to invest will be the main determining factors for the future of agriculture in the Algarve over the next decade, this was the message of a seminar in Lagoa this week, gathering 100 farmers, public officials, business representatives, a

The Portugal News1 Sept

The murder case of rapper Tupac Shakur has reached its conclusion

A jury found Duane Davis, a former member of a Los Angeles gang, guilty of the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, despite the defence’s insistence on the absence of material evidence.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Primark strengthens presence in Portugal

Primark continues to grow in Portugal and will open its 15th store this September.

Portugal Resident1 Sept

French mother desperate for news of 23-year-old son, last seen 10 days ago in Lisbon

A 23-year-old French man, who has lived and worked in Lisbon for 1 year, disappeared from the Portuguese capital 10 days ago. Authorities are investigating. His mother has arrived in The post French mother desperate for news of 23-year-old son, last seen 10 days ago in Lisbon appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News1 Sept

Lionel Messi retires from the Argentine football national team

After 207 games and 125 goals, Lionel Messi will no longer represent the Argentine team.

Portugal Resident1 Sept

“Enormous opportunities for Portuguese companies in Ireland”

Portugal’s foreign minister Paulo Rangel has said today that there are “enormous opportunities for Portuguese companies” in Ireland due to public investment currently underway in sectors such as energy and The post “Enormous opportunities for Portuguese companies in Ireland” appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News1 Sept

Best Jurisdictions for a Crypto License

Best crypto-license jurisdictions in 2026-2027: Switzerland, UAE, Canada, Mauritius and Cyprus.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Portugal to recognise stateless status in AIMA

The legal framework which establishes the rules and procedures for the official recognition of stateless status in Portugal, as set out in Law No. 47/2026, will come into effect this Tuesday, 1 September. 

Portugal Resident1 Sept

Socialists insist on subcommittee to look into defence spending

Portugal’s PS Socialist Party insisted today on the creation of a subcommittee to monitor military investment under the European SAFE loans, pressed CHEGA to approve it, and held the government The post Socialists insist on subcommittee to look into defence spending appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News1 Sept

The Portuguese Navy has already saved more than 300 lives this year

The Portuguese Navy carried out 313 search and rescue operations during the first eight months of the year, saving 313 lives, the agency announced.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Portugal among countries expanding wind power capacity

Portugal has been highlighted as one of the European countries recording significant growth in new wind power installations, as Europe heads towards what could be a record year for the sector.

The Portugal News1 Sept

Vilamoura is looking really pretty today ☀️

A sunny day, blue skies, and just a few clouds making an appearance while we take a walk around the marina.