The Portugal News15 AugGuarda launches three new courses
The Polytechnic University of Guarda (UPG) will launch three higher technical courses (CTeSP)—in Enogastronomy, Gerontology, and Civil Protection Risks—in Gouveia, as part of a partnership with the local vocational school and the municipality.
The Portugal News15 AugFridge-free vaccine shows early promise
A new fridge-free tetanus-diphtheria vaccine could improve access to immunisation in remote communities after showing encouraging results in a first human trial.
The Portugal News15 AugData centres can transform Portugal - The difference will be in the strategy
In the last two years, data centres have come to occupy a central place in the economic debate in Portugal.
The Portugal News14 AugMarcelo Rebelo de Sousa thanks Algarve health professionals
Former President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has thanked the healthcare professionals who assisted him after he was taken to Faro Hospital after feeling unwell.
The Portugal News14 AugBritish cyclist Finlay Tarling dies after crash during Volta a Portugal
The British rider died after a collision with a light vehicle during Stage 8 of the race, police said.
The Portugal News14 AugWhy The Portugal News chooses positive, independent journalism
In an increasingly divided world, trust has become journalism’s most valuable currency.
The Portugal News14 AugPear producers in Portugal estimate an increase
Production of the “Rocha” pear from the Oeste region, harvesting of which began this week, is projected to reach 131,000 tonnes this year, a 13% increase compared to the previous season, the sector’s association estimated.
The Portugal News14 AugThe average salary in Portugal rises
The average salary in Portugal is 1,835 euros.
Algarve Daily News14 Aug19-year-old British cyclist Finlay Tarling killed in Volta a Portugal, after colliding with lorry
Finlay Tarling, a 19-year-old Welsh cyclist, died on Friday afternoon, 14 August during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal in Ponte de Lima, in Northern Portugal, after colliding with a goods van travelling in the opposite direction to the race. The race was subsequently suspended.
The Portugal News14 AugINEM workers announce two strikes
Portugal's pre-hospital emergency technicians have announced two days of strike action in September over changes to the country's emergency medical service.
The Portugal News14 AugThe President of the Republic is working to prevent damage during the upcoming storms
The President of the Republic announced today in Batalha that he will review the status of the report produced following Storm Kristin to assess “preventive measures to face future storms.”
Portugal Resident14 AugBritish cyclist dies after being run over in Volta a Portugal
Devastating news today from the 8th leg of cycling event Volta a Portugal: a 19-year-old British competitor has died in Ponte de Lima, after being ‘run over by a car’. The post British cyclist dies after being run over in Volta a Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 AugHospital A&E department waiting times shorter than in 2024, says minister
Portugal’s minister of health has stated today that waiting times in hospital accident and emergency departments are “significantly better” than they were two years ago – in spite of numerous The post Hospital A&E department waiting times shorter than in 2024, says minister appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 AugSwimming ban lifted at Areínho Beach
Areínho Beach, in the municipality of Ovar, is once again open for swimming, the local authority announced, following more than three weeks of closure due to microbiological contamination of the water by Escherichia coli.
Portugal Resident14 AugLobbying government has stricter rules, starting now
From now on, lobbying in Portugal will have to comply with much stricter rules. Following the approval of the new lobbying law, in January, the government has published in the The post Lobbying government has stricter rules, starting now appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 AugBelgium leads European real estate tax burden; Portugal falls in the mid-range
Taxation on real estate assets varies significantly across European countries regarding the different stages of property transactions, ownership, and income generation, according to data from the Global Property Guide.
The Portugal News14 AugHealth Minister visits Algarve hospitals today
Health Minister Ana Paula Martins is visiting the Algarve today, 14 August, with stops planned at all three of the region's public hospitals.
Portugal Resident14 AugCascais Hilton continues building, in spite of court embargo
Embargoed by order of the Administrative and Fiscal Court of Sintra 22 days ago, work on the Hilton Hotel development, in Cascais, carried on regardless. Silvie Lai, a nearby resident The post Cascais Hilton continues building, in spite of court embargo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 AugNews Review: Coimbra Uni complaint, Lisbon tourist shooting & how to speak Portuguese
On The Resident News Review Podcast, hosts welcome Chris Graeme of Essential Business back in cooler Portugal after sweltering UK heat and discuss his multi-generational Diana Ross concert. They touch The post News Review: Coimbra Uni complaint, Lisbon tourist shooting & how to speak Portuguese appeared first on Portug
The Portugal News14 AugTourism no longer lives only on tourists
For many years, the success of tourism was measured relatively simply. More tourists, more overnight stays, more revenues.
Portugal Resident14 AugInsurance in Portugal: A Practical Guide for Residents and Second-Home Owners
Portugal has a well-regulated insurance market offering a wide choice of products, from basic motor cover to comprehensive home, health and pet insurance. The challenge isn’t finding insurance—it’s understanding what The post Insurance in Portugal: A Practical Guide for Residents and Second-Home Owners appeared first o
The Portugal News14 AugIs Portugal's Golden Visa the right choice for your family?
Portugal's Golden Visa continues to draw interest from internationally mobile families weighing up their long-term residency and mobility options.
Portugal Resident14 AugConservative women’s movement with “biblical values” arrives in Portugal
A conservative women’s movement in Portugal will be officially launched in November. This far the movement has had most expression over social networks, but it is already known in Brazil, The post Conservative women’s movement with “biblical values” arrives in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 AugNorway wealth fund reaches record investment in Portugal
Holdings in Portuguese shares and bonds climbed to 27.3 billion Norwegian kroner by the end of June.