The Portugal News30 AugPortugal city to host Samba Festival
Mealhada will “dress up” in the spirit of samba for two days in September, bringing together samba schools, artists, and various activities linked to Carnival culture, the Bairrada Carnival Association (ACB) announced.
The Portugal News29 AugHow we can solve the forest fire issue in Portugal
In a recent deep-dive conversation on the Lusitania Network podcast, Humberto Rosa former Director for Biodiversity and Natural Capital at the European Commission went deep on how we can take steps into the right direction for Portugal's and Europe's Environment.
The Portugal News29 AugPraia Dourada – From lunch to summer vibes by the sea
Praia Dourada is one of those places in Armação de Pêra where you come for lunch and easily end up staying for the whole afternoon.
The Portugal News29 AugWhale sightings rise as populations recover
Sightings of the world’s two largest whale species have increased substantially off southern Africa, four decades after a global moratorium on commercial whaling.
The Portugal News29 AugVolta system website is outdated
The Volta system platform mentions that 16 municipalities in the country do not have packaging collection points, but the Deposit and Refund System (SDR) counters are in only five municipalities, and none have machines; the website is also not up to date.
The Portugal News29 AugSunshine powers sustainable farming future
Farmers are cutting costs, increasing food production and reducing emissions after switching to solar-powered irrigation.
Portugal Resident29 AugWine Talk – Gorro Atlântico: A splash of Portugal’s coast in a glass
Not to be confused with many widely available Vinho Verde options with a sweet palate (which some love, and some love to avoid), the classic Vinho Verde profile of bright, The post Wine Talk – Gorro Atlântico: A splash of Portugal’s coast in a glass appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 AugBeach of the Week: Praia da Galé
Why Praia da Galé remains one of my Algarve favourites
The Portugal News29 AugEndangered sharks return to protected waters
A conservation programme has released 82 endangered zebra shark pups into protected waters around Indonesia’s Raja Ampat islands.
The Portugal News29 AugWhich municipality suffered the most from wildfires in Portugal?
Covilhã had the largest burned area between 2020 and 2025; during the same period, the ten municipalities with the largest burned area were in the North and Central regions, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE).
The Portugal News29 AugHistoric marriage marks victory for equality
Two women have become the first same-sex couple to marry in Bolivia following a four-year legal battle.
The Portugal News29 AugBenny the Dog
Six months ago, a young dog was dumped at Canil de Portimão in the cat colony outside, with a huge lump on his neck and no one to explain why he’d been left behind.
The Portugal News29 AugPortugal city redeveloping iconic viewpoint
The municipality of Bragança plans to redevelop Monte de São Bartolomeu, an iconic area of the city, by building a viewpoint near the statue of Saint Benedict and creating safe verges along the Estrada do Turismo (Tourism Road), the municipality said.
The Portugal News29 AugMobile library brings books to children
A mobile library is bringing books, art and cultural activities to children and families in rural communities across Syria.
The Portugal News29 AugDiesel prices will decrease
During the week between 31 August and 6 September, diesel prices will decrease, with petrol prices increasing.
The Portugal News29 AugAmnesty advances decades-long peace process
Turkish lawmakers have approved conditional amnesties for members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), advancing efforts to end a decades-long armed conflict.
Portugal Resident29 AugTVDE driver carries 90-year-old woman into Cascais hospital after wheelchair ‘refused’
An absolutely shocking video has made it into the news pages today, showing a 90-year-old woman being physically carried into Cascais Hospital by a TVDE driver because staff there refused The post TVDE driver carries 90-year-old woman into Cascais hospital after wheelchair ‘refused’ appeared first on Portugal Resident
The Portugal News29 AugMotorcycle festival in Portugal expects 50,000 visitors
More than 50,000 people are expected in Caramulo from 4 to 6 September for another edition of the Motorfestival, dedicated to classic and sports cars and motorcycles, combining competition with fun.
Portugal Resident29 AugCHEGA threatens no confidence motion over government’s continuing support for Minister Luís Neves
The leader of right-wing populist party CHEGA has given the government until Tuesday to “resolve the situation of the Minister of Internal Affairs” – threatening a motion of no confidence The post CHEGA threatens no confidence motion over government’s continuing support for Minister Luís Neves appeared first on Portuga
The Portugal News29 AugStolen masterworks recovered after museum heist
Italian police have recovered three stolen paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse valued together at more than 10 million dollars.
The Portugal News29 AugA special gift for a special friend
It is with great sadness that we receive the news of a friend's passing. Or becoming very ill.
The Portugal News29 AugHow one man helped change the world’s perception of Portugal
There are moments in life that make you realise just how powerful a person’s influence can become.
Portugal Resident29 AugSuspended sentence for police killing of unarmed civilian: family lodges appeal
The family of Odair Moniz – the Cape Verdean citizen gunned down by PSP police officer Bruno Pinto nearly two years ago – has appealed the suspended three and a The post Suspended sentence for police killing of unarmed civilian: family lodges appeal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 AugEnergy giant launches record renewable project
French energy company TotalEnergies has launched Africa’s largest combined renewable energy and storage project in South Africa.