The Portugal News1 AugSingapore retains world’s strongest passport position
Singapore has retained the world’s most powerful passport, giving its citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 192 destinations.
The Portugal News1 AugBeach of the Week: Armação de Pêra Beach
The beaches of Armação de Pêra form one of the longest stretches of sand in the Algarve, extending along the coastline towards Albufeira. With plenty of space, golden sand and calm waters, it's one of the region's favourite beaches for both locals and visitors.
The Portugal News1 AugRainfall revives reservoirs after prolonged drought in Mexico
Mexico is on track to end its six-year drought after above-average rainfall replenished reservoirs and improved water supplies across much of the country.
The Portugal News1 AugPortugal This Week: Breaking News, Travel Updates & Top Stories You Can't Miss
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The Portugal News1 AugNew avocado discovery strengthens future food security
Scientists have discovered a wealth of genetically distinct avocado varieties in Nicaragua, offering new opportunities to strengthen food security and climate resilience.
The Portugal News1 AugPortugal to have new university campus in Coimbra
The Minister of Education, Science, and Innovation inaugurated Building 2 of the University of Coimbra (UC) campus in Figueira da Foz; plans for further expansion are already underway, with new construction set to begin by the end of the summer.
The Portugal News1 AugNew Zealand expands marine protection network
New Zealand will establish five new marine reserves off the South Island, protecting 308 square kilometres of ocean habitat for threatened species including Hector’s dolphins, yellow-eyed penguins and New Zealand sea lions.
The Portugal News1 AugPetrol price is decreasing, but diesel price is increasing
During the week of 3 to 9 August, new fuel prices are expected, with diesel and petrol prices increasing.
The Portugal News1 AugRotterdam plans landmark celebrating sustainable solutions
Rotterdam is set to become home to Shift Embassy, a landmark building designed to inspire solutions to global challenges.
The Portugal News1 AugWines, beers, and culinary excellence in the Algarve
Quinta dos Santos offers a range of unique experiences in the heart of the Algarve. A restaurant, a venue for special occasions, and a place where they produce their own wine and beer.
The Portugal News1 AugNorth Aral Sea restoration reaches major milestone
Kazakhstan’s efforts to restore the North Aral Sea have increased its water volume by about one-third, marking a rare environmental recovery success.
The Portugal News1 AugHow Portugal Helped Create Cristiano Ronaldo: The Making of a Football Legend
Few athletes have become as synonymous with their country as Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portugal News1 AugBrazil records major drop in Amazon fires
Brazil’s Amazon recorded its smallest burned area since 1985 in 2025.
The Portugal News1 AugPortuguese municipality of Santa Maria da Feira supporting portuguese victims in Venezuela
The municipality of Santa Maria da Feira has allocated a total of €50,000 to two international social solidarity organisations to help the Portuguese community and those of Portuguese descent recover from earthquakes in Venezuela, a country with a significant population of emigrants from Feira.
The Portugal News1 AugControlled burns protected giant sequoias
Prescribed burns carried out within the previous decade helped protect thousands of giant sequoias during California’s devastating 2020 and 2021 wildfires, according to a UC Davis study.
The Portugal News1 AugWhat is having a goldfish really like?
It’s surprising how hard they are to keep.
The Portugal News1 AugCanada opens first dementia-inclusive public park
Canada’s first dementia-inclusive park is set to open on World Alzheimer’s Day, Sept. 21.
The Portugal News1 AugThe house has become just the mirror of a larger problem in Portugal
Whenever we talk about housing in Portugal, the discussion almost always ends at the same point: house prices.
The Portugal News1 AugIrish conversation benches expand across country
Specially marked Binsí Comhrá, or Irish Conversation benches, are being installed at Office of Public Works locations across Ireland to encourage people to speak Irish in public spaces.
The Portugal News1 AugMining areas to be redeveloped in Portugal radioactive mining sites in Viseu
The Mining Development Company (EDM) is set to upgrade water and contaminated soil management systems at former radioactive mining sites in Nelas and Mangualde, representing an investment of €4.4 million.
The Portugal News1 AugUK startup creates electricity from soil bacteria
A UK startup has developed a battery that generates electricity using naturally occurring soil bacteria.
The Portugal News31 JulWe tried Vilamoura's new world-inspired dinner nights
Visitors looking for something a little different this summer can now enjoy a new series of themed dinner evenings in Vilamoura, with a different cuisine taking centre stage on selected nights throughout the week.
The Portugal News31 JulCoimbra records Portugal’s fastest-growing rental demand
The demand for rental housing in Portugal continued to accelerate during the second quarter of 2026, with Coimbra emerging as the country’s fastest-growing market for tenant interest, even as average rents edged lower.