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Portugal Resident4d ago

Police arrest five for kidnapping in Marinha Grande

Portugal’s criminal investigation police, the PJ, has arrested five people on suspicion of kidnapping and abduction in Marinha Grande: the victim was a man whom the suspects assaulted, and whose The post Police arrest five for kidnapping in Marinha Grande appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

Portuguese athlete qualifies for the WTT Feeder Bangkok table tennis final

João Monteiro qualified for the WTT Feeder Bangkok final in Thailand after defeating Algerian Mehdi Bouloussa 3-1 in the semifinals.

Portugal Resident4d ago

The need to paint: Inside the world of Olhão graffiti artist SEN

Giant industrial sliding doors greet me as I arrive to meet Dário Silva. I am used to entering artists’ studios and shared spaces, but few have an entrance of this The post The need to paint: Inside the world of Olhão graffiti artist SEN appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

The Floor Is Only the Beginning: A New Way of Working with Flooring in Portugal

Flooring is one of those industries where tradition still matters.

Portugal Resident4d ago

Portugal set for hot final weekend of summer

Portugal is preparing to wave goodbye to summer with another burst of hot, sunny weather, as temperatures climb sharply across the mainland this weekend. According to weather institute IPMA, maximum The post Portugal set for hot final weekend of summer appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

Rain forecast for parts of Portugal

Madeira and the Azores are expecting periods of rain over the coming days, while mainland Portugal heads towards another largely dry and warmer weekend.

The Portugal News4d ago

Stitch by Stitch: Why sewing is having a moment

There is something quietly radical about sitting down with a needle and thread in 2026. In a world of instant everything, sewing forces you to slow down. And it turns out that is exactly why it has become one of the most popular additions to the Algarve Arts Academy timetable this year.

Portugal Resident4d ago

Maritime police seize 2nd suspected drug boat in two days

The wave of apprehensions of high speed boats commonly used by drug traffickers has continued this week with a second vessel being ‘seized’ late yesterday afternoon, around 13 kms off The post Maritime police seize 2nd suspected drug boat in two days appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

Expanding Access to Amino Neuro Frequency Therapy in Portugal

A Clinical and Business-Development Perspective

Portugal Resident4d ago

Olhão opens its doors to art for Open Ateliers

Olhão will become an open-air showcase for contemporary creativity this weekend as the second edition of Open Ateliers Olhão brings together 68 artists at venues across the city. Running from The post Olhão opens its doors to art for Open Ateliers appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident4d ago

Parents already suing Education Ministry claim “many pupils” still without school placement

The group of parents taking legal action against the Ministry of Education over a lack of places in state schools says many pupils are still at home with no information. The post Parents already suing Education Ministry claim “many pupils” still without school placement appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident4d ago

Alcoutim’s Partridge Fair returns with new date and venue

Alcoutim’s Feira da Perdiz (Partridge Fair) returns to Martim Longo on October 10 and 11, with this year’s edition taking place earlier than usual and in a new location. Organised by The post Alcoutim’s Partridge Fair returns with new date and venue appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

Portugal Weekend Weather (18 September): What can we expect this weekend?

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The Portugal News4d ago

LEDEX Forum brings the Algarve AI expertise

In less than a month, LEDEX Forum will take place in the Algarve at the Real Marina Hotel & Spa in Olhão on 15 October.

Portugal Resident4d ago

PM torpedoes parliamentary debates today on ‘cost of living crisis’

Last night, at 8pm, the prime minister gave an address to the nation (with no questions from journalists permitted afterwards). It effectively reduced today’s parliamentary debates on the cost of The post PM torpedoes parliamentary debates today on ‘cost of living crisis’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

afpop expo – the event you have always loved, but now with more!

For 25 years, afpop, the largest association for foreigners in Portugal, have hosted their annual exhibition. This year the event returns but with a new name – afpop expo.

Portugal Resident4d ago

Algarve Wine Society enjoys Alvor pairing dinner

Members and guests of the Algarve Wine Society gathered at Wyndham Residences Restaurant in Alvor on Wednesday, September 16, for a dinner showcasing wines from Herdade da Figueirinha. The evening The post Algarve Wine Society enjoys Alvor pairing dinner appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident4d ago

Supporting sustainable gardening since 2009

The Autumn Garden Fairs started in 2009 and have continued since then with the inevitable break for Covid. We estimate approximately 350 people attended our first event, and in 2025 The post Supporting sustainable gardening since 2009 appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

New Citizen Shop opens in Algarve

A new Citizen Shop has opened in Olhão, bringing several public services together under one roof.

The Portugal News4d ago

Making Space for Women in Art

Women make up 60% of this year’s Sovereign Portuguese Art Prize finalists, the highest proportion in the Prize’s history. In an art world where women remain underrepresented in collections, exhibitions and the market, the question is shifting from whether the talent exists to whether recognition and opportunity are kee

Portugal Resident4d ago

Zero-waste festival returns to Lisbon this weekend

Lisbon will put sustainability centre stage this weekend as Cidade do Zero (Zero City) returns with more than 100 activities aimed at reducing waste, cutting emissions and helping people live The post Zero-waste festival returns to Lisbon this weekend appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident4d ago

FlixBus launches new Algarve links to Lisbon’s Sete Rios

FlixBus is expanding its Algarve network with new direct connections to Lisbon’s Sete Rios bus terminal, with services starting on September 29. The long-distance coach operator will link Sete Rios The post FlixBus launches new Algarve links to Lisbon’s Sete Rios appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4d ago

SBC Names InsightPlay.ai Its Official AI Solutions Partner for SBC Summit 2026

Bruna, InsightPlay.ai’s voice and WhatsApp AI agent created for SBC, will serve as a 24/7 digital concierge for delegates while also supporting selected pre-event attendee journeys.

The Portugal News4d ago

Brazil to be celebrated with an event in Portugal

Brazil Origin Week returns to Lisbon between 9 and 11 October, with expectations of at least 15,000 visitors and 40 to 50 exhibitors, in an edition that integrates the Chocolat Festival for the first time in the Portuguese capital.