The Portugal News13 OctPortugal hosts European rocket competition
European Space Agency expands support for rocket competition in Portugal.
Algarve Daily News13 OctBritish Airways flight to Faro forced to turn back to London after reported window fracture
A British Airways flight from London Gatwick to Faro was forced to turn back this Tuesday morning, 13 October, after damage was reported to one of the aircraft’s windows.
The Portugal News13 OctPortugal sees growth in businesses and jobs
Portugal’s business sector continued to grow in 2025, with more companies, more jobs and higher turnover. And it was the construction industry that saw some of the strongest growth.
Portugal Resident13 OctIMF upgrades Portugal growth forecast to 2.1%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has sharply upgraded its growth forecast for Portugal, predicting the economy will expand by 2.1% this year and 1.9% in 2027. The new projections, published The post IMF upgrades Portugal growth forecast to 2.1% appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News13 OctGovernment confirms new data centres in Portugal
The Portuguese government has confirmed its intention to set up 44 data centre projects all over the country, the total processing capacity of which is expected to exceed 2.6 gigawatts (GW).
The Portugal News13 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 Resident13 Oct29 left homeless as fire tears through Faro homes
At least 29 people have been left homeless after a fire swept through prefabricated homes in Faro’s Horta da Areia neighbourhood this Tuesday afternoon (October 13). The blaze affected two The post 29 left homeless as fire tears through Faro homes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News13 OctJoining in the Worldwide celebrations for bringing in the Harvest
Autumn is quietly arriving in the Algarve — softer mornings, quieter roads, and that familiar shift in the air.
The Portugal News13 OctPorto named Europe's second-best city for backpackers
Porto has been ranked the second-best city in Europe for backpackers in 2027, outperforming popular destinations including Prague, Bruges and Warsaw.
The Portugal News13 Oct4 Best Cryptos to Buy Today: BlockDAG, Solana, Chainlink, & Sui Lead the Market
Crypto markets move fast, and sitting on the sidelines often means missing out on the biggest gains. Smart market participants constantly scan the sector for projects showing strong technical setups, expanding institutional adoption, or time-sensitive entry windows. Today offers a clear breakdown of four standout digit
Portugal Resident13 OctChega MP Rita Matias identified by police after Coimbra radio disruption
Chega MP Rita Matias was identified by police following Monday’s disruption of a live broadcast at Rádio Universidade de Coimbra (RUC), a university radio station based in Coimbra, the PSP The post Chega MP Rita Matias identified by police after Coimbra radio disruption appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News13 OctTourism pressure rises in Portugal’s biggest cities
Lisbon and Porto recorded their highest tourist-density figures in 2025, with Porto's increase sharper, according to data from Turismo de Portugal, as reported by ECO.
Portugal Resident13 OctShamonda virus affecting cattle detected in Portugal
Portugal’s veterinary authorities have confirmed the presence of the Shamonda virus (SHAV) in the country, an insect-borne infection affecting primarily cattle and sheep. The Portuguese Veterinary Association issued an alert The post Shamonda virus affecting cattle detected in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Reside
Portugal Resident13 OctPortugal advises against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia after airport attacks
Portugal is advising against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia following repeated attacks on airports which have killed civilians, injured hundreds and caused widespread disruption to flights. The Ministry of Foreign The post Portugal advises against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia after airport attacks appeare
The Portugal News13 OctTraditional, Renovated or Contemporary? How to Choose the Right Algarve Home
Ask a buyer what kind of property they want in the Algarve and the answer often comes quickly: contemporary, traditional, fully renovated or new. The difficulty is that these labels rarely tell the whole story.
The Portugal News13 OctPortugal wins debut at Roller Hockey World Championship
The Portuguese men's roller hockey team started the World Championship with a 10-0 victory over Switzerland.
The Portugal News13 OctHousing prices in Portugal keep rising
The Portuguese housing market remains under price pressure, with September 2026 prices being 7,9% higher than last year.
Portugal Resident13 OctAlgarve wines take centre stage in year-round tourism drive
The Algarve is putting its wines and vineyards in the spotlight as part of a campaign to attract visitors throughout the year. Between October 7 and 10, the region welcomed The post Algarve wines take centre stage in year-round tourism drive appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News13 OctConstruction rises 1.9% in Portugal
New data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) show continued growth in building construction and civil engineering.
Portugal Resident13 OctTourism innovation takes centre stage at Vale do Lobo conference
The future of tourism and hospitality will be in the spotlight at Vale do Lobo on Thursday, October 22, when the Ireland Portugal Business Network (IPBN) hosts the fifth edition The post Tourism innovation takes centre stage at Vale do Lobo conference appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News13 OctAlgarve Wine Society dines in Alvor
The Algarve Wine Society members and guests enjoyed a deliciously prepared dinner and wine pairing at Wyndham Residences Restaurant in Alvor on Wednesday, September 16th.
The Portugal News13 OctAlgarve hosts free session to discuss anxiety in children
Parents, educators and school specialists are being invited to a free session in Portimão on how to support children and teenagers experiencing fear and anxiety.
Portugal Resident13 OctAPAA gears up for fundraising season
Afpop Expo 2026 returned with a fresh new look. Hoping for an excellent turn-out in the ‘Community Algarve’ area, the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA)’s team was in The post APAA gears up for fundraising season appeared first on Portugal Resident .