Portugal Resident14 OctPSD Algarve presses own government over eight-year EN125 works deadlock
The Algarve branch of the PSD is calling on its own party’s national government to find a way out of the eight-year legal deadlock that has prevented major upgrades to The post PSD Algarve presses own government over eight-year EN125 works deadlock appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctPortugal university promotes responsible use of AI
The University of Coimbra (UC) will coordinate a national network to promote the responsible, sustainable use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education, launching on 15 October.
Portugal Resident14 OctPolice search two banks in €66 million property tax fraud investigation
Portuguese police have searched the headquarters of two banks as part of a major investigation into an alleged property tax fraud scheme believed to have cost the State more than The post Police search two banks in €66 million property tax fraud investigation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctLisbon Metro strike with no minimum services
On 14 October, Lisbon Metro passengers may face disruption to metro services due to a 24-hour strike.
The Portugal News14 OctAlgarve to build new urban park
Faro could gain a new public park offering green spaces, outdoor leisure areas and sports facilities, as the Algarve city begins planning a project known as Alameda 21.
The Portugal News14 OctPortuguese scientists discover new way to monitor microscopic marine life
Scientists at the University of Coimbra have developed technology that can detect electrical signals produced by microscopic marine algae, potentially opening new possibilities for monitoring aquatic environments and water quality.
Portugal Resident14 OctPortugal to choose TAP buyer today
Portugal’s government is expected to announce today which aviation giant it has chosen to take a major stake in TAP Air Portugal, bringing one of the most closely watched stages The post Portugal to choose TAP buyer today appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctPortugal ranks ninth in European investment ranking
Portugal retained ninth place in EY’s European investment attractiveness ranking, despite a 5 percent decline in foreign investment projects.
Portugal Resident14 OctPortugal becomes world surfing ‘epicentre’ as elite descends on Peniche
Portugal has become a hub for the world’s best surfers, with three major competitions spread across the country turning its coastline into what the World Surf League has described as The post Portugal becomes world surfing ‘epicentre’ as elite descends on Peniche appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 OctEnvironmental groups oppose Foupana dam over biodiversity fears
An Algarve and Alentejo environmental platform has come out strongly against plans for the Foupana dam, warning that the project could cause lasting damage to biodiversity and encourage the expansion The post Environmental groups oppose Foupana dam over biodiversity fears appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctThe Algarve Ladies that Lunch donation to the Algarve Emporium
On Friday, 18 September, Pat Roberts of ALL (The Algarve Ladies that Lunch) visited the Algarve Emporium Charity at Restaurante Between the Lines in Tunes to hand over a donation of €500 raised by the lunching ladies.
The Portugal News14 OctHigh-speed rail project in Portugal begins construction
Portugal has begun construction on the first section of the long-awaited high-speed rail link between Lisbon and Porto.
Portugal Resident14 OctGNR police seize 8,000 litres of petrol on A2 in suspected drug-trafficking case
Portugal’s GNR police have seized 8,000 litres of petrol being transported in hundreds of jerrycans after stopping a truck on the A2 motorway in Alcácer do Sal. The vehicle was The post GNR police seize 8,000 litres of petrol on A2 in suspected drug-trafficking case appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 OctLisbon Metro shut for 24 hours as strike halts entire network
Lisbon Metro passengers are facing a day of major disruption today (October 14) as a 24-hour strike has brought the entire underground network to a standstill. All four Metro lines The post Lisbon Metro shut for 24 hours as strike halts entire network appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctPortugal Weather Today (14 October): Warmer temperatures returning
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The Portugal News14 OctPortuguese finalists nominated for New Artists Prize
The 16th edition of the EDP Foundation New Artists Prize has selected seven emerging artists in Portugal as finalists, with the winner set to receive €20,000.
The Portugal News13 OctLisbon named Europe’s “Best Cruise Destination”
This honour comes in the same year that the Lisbon Cruise Terminal was nominated for Europe’s Best Cruise Terminal for the sixth consecutive time.
The Portugal News13 OctFire in Coimbra
At 7:42 pm, a fire broke out in Coimbra by the Mata Nacional do Choupal.
The Portugal News13 OctPortuguese village preserves traces of ancient ocean
Rocks at Vale Fuzeiros in the Algarve preserve traces of the Rheic Ocean, which covered this area more than 300 million years ago, according to the Algarvensis Geopark.
The Portugal News13 OctMore than half a million receive flu vaccine in Portugal
More than half a million people have received the flu vaccine in the first 12 days of Portugal’s seasonal vaccination campaign, with most vaccinations administered at pharmacies.
The Portugal News13 OctObama in Lisbon: AI, Democracy and the Human Side of Leadership
At the Game Changers Forum in Lisbon, Barack Obama spoke about the speed of technological change—and why human judgment, democratic participation and a sense of shared humanity matter more than ever.
Algarve Daily News13 OctFire rages through overcrowded social housing in Faro, leaving 29 people displaced
A fire tore through the Horta da Areia social housing estate in Faro early this Tuesday afternoon, 13 October, destroying at least two prefabricated homes and several outbuildings and leaving 29 people displaced. No injuries were reported, and the blaze was brought under control about an hour after the alarm was raised
The Portugal News13 OctPortugal invests €32 million in Algarve beaches
Investment will support beach nourishment, cliff stabilisation and coastal protection across several Algarve municipalities.
The Portugal News13 OctAlexander Zverev's 2026 Campaign ends with Top Honour
For years, the question surrounding Alexander Zverev was simple, would he ever fulfil his enormous potential?