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The Portugal News22 Jul

Repairs to the IP3 highway in Penacova are expected to keep the road closed for several days

Infraestruturas de Portugal stated that repairs to the IP3 road surface are expected to continue “for several days,” following the resin spill that forced the road closure in Penacova on 20 July.

The Portugal News22 Jul

How to safely watch the August 2026 solar eclipse in Portugal

With the solar eclipse on 12 August just weeks away, excitement is building across Portugal as people prepare to witness one of the biggest astronomical events of the year. But before looking up, experts are reminding the public that protecting your eyes is just as important as enjoying the spectacle.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Vila Galé CEO links Algarve price hikes to hotel upgrades and new flights to Faro

The debate surrounding rising vacation costs in the Algarve has taken on a new dimension following statements by Gonçalo Rebelo de Almeida, who, in an interview with Jornal de Negócios and Antena 1, rejected the notion that the region has become prohibitively expensive.

The Portugal News22 Jul

ANA presents detailed plan for the new Lisbon Luís de Camões Airport

ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal has formally presented the engineering and construction plan for the future Luís de Camões Airport, slated for the Alcochete Firing Range.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Coimbra updates price of Municipal Tourist Tax

The Coimbra City Hall updated a proposal to readjust the value of the Municipal Tourist Tax on 20 July.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Rental housing supply in Portugal falls 22 percent

Coimbra, Porto and Lisbon recorded the sharpest declines in available rental properties, while several smaller markets posted increases from a year earlier.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Expert Breaks Down Why Portugal Is Now a Magnet for Global Wealth

Portugal has long been admired for its quality of life, its warmth and its people, but over the past three decades the country has quietly transformed itself into something more: a serious contender in the global competition for capital and talent.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Why Portugal's space economy is catching family offices' eye

Five centuries after its explorers charted the seas, Portugal is now looking to chart the skies, positioning itself as a rising player in Europe's space economy.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Portugal NHR Tax Holders: Plan Early and Mitigate Future Tax Burden

Only around 27% of people benefiting from Portugal's Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime are properly prepared for what happens once it ends, according to the latest Wealthy Expats in Portugal Survey.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Portugal secures place among Europe's top 10 investment destinations

Portugal has been placed ninth in the Ernst & Young (EY) European Attractiveness Survey for foreign direct investment, highlighting its appeal to investors and entrepreneurs.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Portugal's Low Tax Status for Highly Qualified Professionals: IFICI (NHR 2.0) Explained

With the original Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime now closed to new arrivals, IFICI — the Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation, often called "NHR 2.0" — is Portugal's main special tax regime for new highly qualified tax residents.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Donald Trump wants Infantino to run for UN Secretary-General

The American newspaper New York Post reported on 21 July that US President Donald Trump may support FIFA leader Gianni Infantino as a candidate for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Building a financial base in Portugal without disrupting your global wealth

For international individuals and families, setting up a financial presence in Portugal isn't about starting over. It's about adding one more piece to a wealth strategy that already spans several countries.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Catch the Moment: TIME Magazine Photographer to Lead Masterclass at Algarve Arts Academy

What does it take to capture a single frame that ends up defining how the world remembers a moment? If you're a photographer for TIME magazine, you know exactly how to do it. 

The Portugal News22 Jul

easyJet plane that took off from Lisbon forced to make an emergency landing in Madrid

An easyJet flight departing from Humberto Delgado Airport bound for Barcelona had its journey interrupted after declaring an in-flight emergency and diverting to Madrid Airport, where it landed with priority status accompanied by emergency teams and vehicles.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Albufeira to have restrictions on the circulation of ride-hailing vehicles in the Algarve city

The circulation of ride-hailing vehicles in the Baixa and Avenida da Liberdade areas of Albufeira will be restricted starting 22 July.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Portugal newest village will be built from scratch in the Alentejo

An entire village in Portugal is preparing for a fresh start. In the coming years, the small Alentejo community of Pisão will disappear beneath the waters of a new dam, but its residents won't be leaving their community behind. Instead, a brand-new village will be built just a couple of kilometres away.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Garcias Wine and Spirits in Comporta opens new terrace

The wine store which has already been around for four years have in July opened one of the brand new hot-spots to visit in Comporta. 

The Portugal News22 Jul

Petition against the "Volta" system reaches 15,000 signatures

The public petition demanding the abolition of the "Volta" system, the platform created to manage the return of deposit-bearing packaging, has surpassed the 15,000-signature threshold, guaranteeing a mandatory review by the plenary of the Assembly of the Republic.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Carvoeiro Beach Party is back in the Algarve village

On 29 August, Carvoeiro Beach will once again host another edition of the Carvoeiro Beach Party.

The Portugal News22 Jul

When Should You Hire a Private Detective in Portugal? Five Situations Where Reliable Information Can Make All the Difference

You suspect something isn't right — but suspicion alone rarely gives you the answers you need. Whether it's a partner's unexplained absences, a business partner's questionable decisions, or someone who has simply disappeared, the gap between doubt and certainty can be the most difficult place to be.     

The Portugal News22 Jul

50 municipalities in Portugal at maximum risk of wildfire

Around 50 municipalities in the interior of the districts of Vila Real, Viseu, Bragança, Guarda, Santarém, Portalegre, Castelo Branco and Faro are at maximum risk of wildfires on 22 July, as reported by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).

The Portugal News22 Jul

Earthquake felt in the municipality of Évora

An earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale was felt on 22 July in the municipality of Évora, without causing personal or material damage, as stated by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).