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The Portugal News21 Aug

Lagos: One of the Algarve’s Most Desirable Locations for Property Investment

For years, the golden limestone cliffs, hidden sea caves, long sandy beaches, and historic fishing villages of the Algarve have hidden a well-kept secret. 

The Portugal News21 Aug

AI Agents take center stage at Q-Day Conference 2026

This year’s event will explore AI’s transition from a consultation tool to autonomous agents capable of making decisions and taking action. The 2026 edition will also feature a panel on the Portuguese tech and entrepreneurial diaspora, the launch of a new book, and the presentation of the Quidgest International Observa

Portugal Resident21 Aug

Five missing after major fire at Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland

Five people are missing and eight have been injured after a major fire destroyed a building housing a Portuguese restaurant and apartments in Switzerland in the early hours of this The post Five missing after major fire at Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident21 Aug

Adega welcomes LOKI chef for celebration of Algarve cuisine

Chef Alexandre Cabral will welcome João Marreiros, the chef behind LOKI restaurant in Portimão, for another evening dedicated to “Portuguese Territories”, this time putting the spotlight on the Algarve. Known The post Adega welcomes LOKI chef for celebration of Algarve cuisine appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News21 Aug

Lufthansa could face pilot shortage as retirements accelerate

Lufthansa is facing the prospect of a growing shortage of cockpit crew as hundreds of experienced pilots approach retirement while the number of new commanders entering the profession remains well below pre-pandemic levels.

The Portugal News21 Aug

How Two Business Leaders Use AI Every Day - and What They Learned Along the Way

Artificial intelligence has moved from conference panels into daily work. Business owners are using it to manage teams, talk to customers, and make decisions. But getting from "I should try this" to actually using it is still the hard part.

Portugal Resident21 Aug

Alerta Charity Shop in Silves flaunts beauty makeover

The Alerta Charity Shop in Silves just took a two-week summer holiday. Did director Debby Burton and her volunteers relax on the beach sipping piña coladas? Think again! They were The post Alerta Charity Shop in Silves flaunts beauty makeover appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News21 Aug

Where Art Lives

Can you find serious art in the Algarve without flying to Paris? That question stayed with me as I spent a day exploring Portimão. What I discovered was far more valuable than a list of galleries - it was a community of people who quietly dedicate their lives to keeping art alive.

The Portugal News21 Aug

Your Expertise Is Not the Reason You Lack Influence. Your Communication Is.

Why pressure can make highly capable leaders look less capable, and what performance psychology, behavioural psychology and decision making architecture can teach us about influence.

Portugal Resident21 Aug

Going the extra mile

This June, 1 on 1 Car Rental and Transfer Services proudly celebrated its third anniversary, marking another year of delivering on its promise of service, value, and reliability that consistently The post Going the extra mile appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News20 Aug

Portimão moves to introduce rules for shared e-scooters and bicycles

Portimão is taking steps to introduce new rules for shared e-scooters, bicycles and other forms of micromobility in the municipality.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Unemployed couples in Portugal decline

The number of couples where both partners are unemployed fell by 10.2% in July compared to the same period last year. Still, it remained stable relative to June, totalling 4,181, according to data released today by the IEFP.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Portugal could be affected by rain and wind

Mainland Portugal could be affected on Sunday by a low-pressure system with “characteristics unusual for this time of year,” which may bring persistent rain, strong winds, and rough seas, IPMA told the Lusa news agency today.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Could cars soon enforce speed limits?

Cars sold in Europe are becoming increasingly capable of knowing exactly how fast they should be travelling, raising a potentially controversial question: could the car itself eventually stop a driver from speeding?

The Portugal News20 Aug

Portuguese Nursing Council rejects new INEM model claims

The Order of Nurses (OE) today rejected the notion that the new model defined for INEM strips resources from the system, arguing instead that it will allow “specialised care to reach those at risk of death more quickly.”

The Portugal News20 Aug

Algarve fishing group proposes six-week break to protect shellfish

An Algarve fishing organisation is proposing a six-week break from dredge fishing along the region's coast to help protect young shellfish and support the recovery of stocks.

Portugal Resident20 Aug

Portugal condemns Russian strikes which killed 16 in Kyiv

Portugal has strongly condemned a major Russian attack on Kyiv that killed at least 16 people and injured dozens more. “Portugal strongly condemns the Russian attacks against Kyiv in the The post Portugal condemns Russian strikes which killed 16 in Kyiv appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News20 Aug

Spain's Ministry of Consumer Affairs fines Avis €1 million for abusive fees

The car rental company Avis was fined the maximum amount of €1 million by Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030 after authorities discovered serious violations in its rental contracts involving the improper charging of additional fees to customers.

Portugal Resident20 Aug

Torre de Moncorvo wildfire burns over 3,000 hectares across two municipalities

More than 3,000 hectares of land have been burned by the wildfire that started in Torre de Moncorvo and later spread into neighbouring Carrazeda de Ansiães, according to provisional estimates. The post Torre de Moncorvo wildfire burns over 3,000 hectares across two municipalities appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident20 Aug

Portugal schools introduce new mobile phone rules as secondary pupils start later

Portugal’s new school year will bring tighter restrictions on mobile phones and a later-than-usual start for secondary pupils, alongside changes affecting the classroom and school calendar. Most pupils will return The post Portugal schools introduce new mobile phone rules as secondary pupils start later appeared first

The Portugal News20 Aug

Firefighters make progress against Arouca wildfire

The wildfire that has been burning in Arouca since Monday has been reduced to one active front, although hundreds of firefighters remain on the ground.

The Portugal News20 Aug

Create an exotic garden which will survive extreme weather

Some tropical style plants will tolerate heat and cold.

Portugal Resident20 Aug

‘Atypical’ August weather to bring rain and strong winds to Portugal

An unusual Atlantic depression could bring persistent rain, strong winds and rough seas to mainland Portugal from this weekend, offering a further respite from the intense August heat. Portugal’s national The post ‘Atypical’ August weather to bring rain and strong winds to Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident20 Aug

Lambrini Girls spark controversy with anti-Chega message at Vilar de Mouros

British punk rock duo Lambrini Girls have sparked controversy at the Vilar de Mouros festival after displaying a large “F*** Chega” message on stage and reportedly encouraging the crowd to The post Lambrini Girls spark controversy with anti-Chega message at Vilar de Mouros appeared first on Portugal Resident .