Portugal Resident15 OctCarvoeiro Cat Charity to host festive fundraising dinner
Carvoeiro Cat Charity Associação (CCCA) is inviting supporters and animal lovers to come together for its annual Christmas Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, December 19, at Victoria’s restaurant in Poço Barreto, The post Carvoeiro Cat Charity to host festive fundraising dinner appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 OctOlhão exhibition shows city’s past and present
Olhão’s changing face is being explored through photography in a new exhibition bringing together historic images of the city and present-day recreations taken by young local residents. Entitled “Olhão antes The post Olhão exhibition shows city’s past and present appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctQueer Porto Film Festival returns in November
The 12th edition will take place from November 3 to 7, featuring international premieres, competitions, special screenings, and a new venue.
Portugal Resident15 OctMore than half of Portuguese say purchasing power has fallen
More than half of Portuguese consumers say their purchasing power has fallen over the past year, as the rising cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets. A survey carried The post More than half of Portuguese say purchasing power has fallen appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctPortugal workers and pensioners to pay half their income tax withholding
The Government has halved IRS withholding for eligible mainland residents, temporarily increasing take-home pay, including on their Christmas bonus, before normal deductions resume in December.
Portugal Resident15 OctMercadona finally arrives in Algarve with Portimão opening
Spanish supermarket giant Mercadona has officially arrived in the Algarve, opening its first store in the region today (October 15) at Nova Vila Retail Park in Portimão. The much-anticipated opening The post Mercadona finally arrives in Algarve with Portimão opening appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 OctRecord-breaking European Judo Championships Veterans coming to Portimão
Portimão will host the largest European Judo Championships Veterans ever held later this month, with a record 1,415 athletes from 36 countries registered to compete. The championships will take place The post Record-breaking European Judo Championships Veterans coming to Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctMercadona opens first Algarve store
We were at the opening of Portimão’s new Mercadona today, the first store in the Algarve.
Portugal Resident15 OctFundraiser launched for family of three men who died in Algarve work accident
A fundraiser has been launched to support the families of the three Romanian workers who died in a workplace accident in Almancil, Loulé on Monday. The victims have been named The post Fundraiser launched for family of three men who died in Algarve work accident appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctLuís Montenegro wants to proceed with the full sale of TAP Air Portugal
Luís Montenegro argues that a second phase of TAP’s privatisation should proceed, with Lufthansa buying the remaining 50.1%.
Portugal Resident15 OctBritish fans flock to Portugal as Benfica and Torreense host Sunderland and Celtic
Portugal is welcoming thousands of British football fans as Benfica host Celtic and Torreense face Sunderland this Thursday (October 15), with visiting supporters already making themselves heard in Lisbon and The post British fans flock to Portugal as Benfica and Torreense host Sunderland and Celtic appeared first on P
Portugal Resident15 OctPumpkins, jazz and autumn flavours take over Vila Vita Biergarten
Pumpkins will take centre stage at Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches later this month, when the venue hosts a free autumn market inspired by traditional European celebrations. The Pumpkin Market The post Pumpkins, jazz and autumn flavours take over Vila Vita Biergarten appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctChega members storm radio station in northern Portugal
Members of Chega, including MPs Rita Matias and Madalena Cordeiro, stormed the studios of Rádio Universidade de Coimbra (RUC) on 12 October.
Portugal Resident15 Oct97% of Portuguese want right to pay in cash
Almost every Portuguese person wants to retain the option of paying in cash, according to a new European survey which suggests last year’s widespread blackout significantly changed attitudes towards physical The post 97% of Portuguese want right to pay in cash appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctPortugal Weather Today (15 October): Warm, sunny, with northern cloud cover
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Portugal Resident15 OctPortugal joins EU leaders for crucial talks on energy prices and budget
Portugal’s Prime Minister Luís Montenegro will join European Union leaders in Brussels on Thursday and Friday (October 15-16) for a high-level summit focused on rising energy prices, negotiations over the The post Portugal joins EU leaders for crucial talks on energy prices and budget appeared first on Portugal Residen
Portugal Resident15 OctLisbon Airport introduces fixed taxi fares to protect tourists
Visitors arriving at Lisbon Airport will benefit from a new fixed-fare taxi system from Thursday, October 15, designed to tackle overcharging, improve transparency and restore confidence in one of the The post Lisbon Airport introduces fixed taxi fares to protect tourists appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News15 OctPortugal archipelago expedition studies marine ecosystems
A large scientific expedition is studying the waters around Madeira, Porto Santo and the Desertas Islands, bringing together about 200 participants from 34 organisations.
Portugal Resident15 Oct‘Uncompromising’: Porto mayor takes hard line on housing protest
Porto mayor Pedro Duarte has vowed to take an “absolutely uncompromising” stance against attempts to set up tents in the city’s Praça D. João I, where demonstrators have been camping The post ‘Uncompromising’: Porto mayor takes hard line on housing protest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctPortugal’s success story: Marco Galinha
“I want to make the world a little bit better”
The Portugal News14 OctRenewable energy powers over 70% of electricity in Portugal
Portugal generated more than 70% of its electricity from renewable sources in September, continuing its progress towards cleaner energy.
The Portugal News14 OctTobacco and alcohol revenue to increase in Portugal
The Government predicts that tax revenues from tobacco and alcoholic beverages could increase by about €166 million in 2026.
The Portugal News14 OctAirports in Portugal reach record passenger numbers
The National Statistics Institute (INE) has revealed that passenger traffic rose by 2 percent in August to 7.9 million, with Porto leading the growth among the country’s main airports.
The Portugal News14 OctAlgarve to invest €305 million in infrastructure
The necessary investment of €305 million to improve water resilience and security in the Algarve will have to be made in the region's two major infrastructure projects: the seawater desalination plant at Albufeira and the new water intake station on the Guadiana River at Pomarão.