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Portugal Resident16 Oct

Portuguese cancer research project wins prestigious European award

A pioneering cancer research project in northern Portugal has won the public vote at the 2026 REGIOSTARS Awards, recognising its work in bringing scientific advances closer to patients and expanding The post Portuguese cancer research project wins prestigious European award appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

Silicon Valley company expands to Portugal

American technology company Athena Technology Solutions has opened its first European office in Porto, with plans to create 100 jobs over the next five years.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Parliament backs tighter SNS rules for non-resident foreigners

Portugal’s Parliament has given its initial approval to proposals tightening the rules governing access to the National Health Service (SNS) for foreigners who do not live in the country, including The post Parliament backs tighter SNS rules for non-resident foreigners appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

Meet Sadie: A Dog Who Just Needs Someone to Believe in Her

At just a year and a half old, Sadie has already lived through more than any dog should.

The Portugal News16 Oct

Parking too close in Portugal could result in fines

We’ve all been there. You return to your car only to discover that another driver has parked so close that getting out of the space has become a challenge.

The Portugal News16 Oct

Portugal remains a major vehicle exporter

Despite a decline in production, Portugal continues to play an important role in the international automotive market, with 97.9 percent of vehicles manufactured destined for export.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Breast surgery breakthrough in Portimão

Portimão Hospital has performed its first laparoscopic mastectomy combined with immediate breast reconstruction, marking another step in the introduction of minimally invasive breast surgery in the Algarve. The procedure was The post Breast surgery breakthrough in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident16 Oct

News Review: Algarve EN125 deadlock, Lufthansa’s TAP takeover & e-waste failure

In this news review episode, host Carl Munson is joined by Paul Rees of Rural Properties, in Central Portugal, to discuss three top stories from The Resident: the long-running EN125 The post News Review: Algarve EN125 deadlock, Lufthansa’s TAP takeover & e-waste failure appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Lisbon Metro faces two more strikes before end of October

Lisbon Metro passengers face two more strikes before the end of the month, following the 24-hour stoppage that shut down the entire network on Wednesday. Workers have submitted notices for The post Lisbon Metro faces two more strikes before end of October appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

Tiger mosquito reaches 40 municipalities in Portugal

The tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), a species capable of transmitting viruses such as dengue, Zika, chikungunya and yellow fever, is spreading throughout Portugal, as it has now been found in 40 municipalities. 

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Walk & Art Fest returns to Barão de São João in November

The village of Barão de São João, in the municipality of Lagos, will once again become a meeting point for nature lovers, artists and families when the Walk & Art The post Walk & Art Fest returns to Barão de São João in November appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident16 Oct

PJ police seize 556kg of cocaine in Porto

Portugal’s PJ criminal police have seized 556 kilograms of cocaine in the Porto area and arrested one man as part of an investigation into an organised crime group importing drugs The post PJ police seize 556kg of cocaine in Porto appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Fiat Topolino – Small but perfectly formed

This week I am not writing about a car. This is the Fiat Topolino. Legally, it’s a quadricycle, but I look at it and the word that comes to mind The post Fiat Topolino – Small but perfectly formed appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

Portuguese journalist and writer Joaquim Letria dies

Joaquim Letria, regarded as one of the leading figures in Portuguese journalism, has passed away at the age of 82.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Halloween brings spooky fun to Zoomarine Algarve

Halloween is returning to Zoomarine Algarve this October, with spooky attractions, ghostly encounters and special activities for visitors of all ages. From October 20 to 31, the theme park in The post Halloween brings spooky fun to Zoomarine Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

Shared scooters suspended in Lisbon

Carlos Moedas, president of the Lisbon City Council (CML), announced on 15 October that the shared scooter system will be suspended in the city.

The Portugal News16 Oct

Lisbon’s Grilo Tunnel to undergo 60 days of roadworks

Restrictions will begin on Monday as improvements to the tunnel’s lighting system get underway, with overnight lane closures and a reduced speed limit.

The Portugal News16 Oct

110km challenge

The RC Silves 14-member team faced a 110km walk over 7 days. 

The Portugal News16 Oct

Things are getting supernatural this Halloween

An electrifying DJ line-up, wickedly inventive cocktails and a luxury costume competition take over W Lounge on 31 October.

The Portugal News16 Oct

Portugal divided over André Ventura’s capabilities

In an Intercampus poll, André Ventura remains the figure most closely associated with the role of opposition leader; however, the Portuguese public does not see him as prime Minister.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Portugal fuel prices: Diesel set to rise 4.5 cents next week, petrol gets slight relief

Portuguese motorists face another sharp increase in the price of diesel from Monday, with prices expected to rise by 4.5 cents per litre, while petrol is forecast to become 1.5 The post Portugal fuel prices: Diesel set to rise 4.5 cents next week, petrol gets slight relief appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News16 Oct

North African dust reaches Portugal as DGS issues health advisory

A mass of hot air from North Africa will cross Portugal this Friday and Saturday, bringing suspended dust that may have health effects.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Government ‘will not give in to shouts from the street’ over housing protests – minister

Portugal’s government has hardened its rhetoric over the housing protests in Porto, warning that it “will not give in to shouts from the street” and insisting the country’s housing crisis The post Government ‘will not give in to shouts from the street’ over housing protests – minister appeared first on Portugal Residen

The Portugal News16 Oct

Earthquake in Spain felt in northern Portugal

An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale struck northern Spain on Thursday evening, 15 October, and was also felt in several parts of northern Portugal.