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The Portugal News13 Aug

Bison Bank takes on the Vice-Presidency of the Portuguese Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Bison Bank is joining the Board of Directors of the Portuguese Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCILC), with António Henriques, the Bank's CEO, assuming the Vice-Presidency of the Board.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Driving above 180 km/h could become a crime in Portugal

The proposed Highway Code would also introduce new road safety measures and tougher enforcement.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

10 years jail for “expediting legalisation” of immigrants

In a conviction that shows how harshly authorities come down on schemes to manipulate immigration regulations, a former employee of the now-defunct Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF) in Leiria has The post 10 years jail for “expediting legalisation” of immigrants appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Is the Saudi Arabian Crown Prince on holiday in the Algarve?

Besides the announcement that Mohammed bin Salman would spend some time in Madeira, the Royal Saudi Arabian aeroplanes are parked at Faro Airport.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Surfer completes 900km Portugal paddle in tribute to Arran Strong

Portuguese surfer José Maria Pyrrait has completed a 900-kilometre stand-up paddle journey along the Portuguese coast, dedicating its final stages to his close friend Arran Strong, who disappeared at sea The post Surfer completes 900km Portugal paddle in tribute to Arran Strong appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

IPMA issues maximum fire risk across Portugal

The Algarve and most of the country’s mainland are at maximum or very high risk of fire today.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Viking-inspired ship to visit Algarve ahead of Atlantic adventure

A 28-metre vessel inspired by Viking ships is heading to the Algarve as part of an expedition designed to prepare its crew for a future crossing of the North Atlantic. The post Viking-inspired ship to visit Algarve ahead of Atlantic adventure appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

easyJet introduces digital fuel platform to cut emissions

easyJet is set to launch a new digital system to make aircraft refuelling more efficient, with the airline estimating the technology could cut its carbon emissions by up to 10,000 tonnes of CO2 a year. 

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Body discovered in search for missing Portuguese in Croatia

More than 24-hours after the storm at sea which pitched four young Portuguese out of their small rowing boat and into the Velebit Channel, in Croatia, a body has been The post Body discovered in search for missing Portuguese in Croatia appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Environment minister “barred” at access to Galé-Fontainhas beach, Melides

The current (increasingly perennial) beef over ‘resorts and developments for the monied few’ muscling in on beaches that should be public, has been amplified this week following the visit of The post Environment minister “barred” at access to Galé-Fontainhas beach, Melides appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Still going places at 80

Both of us were teachers in one type of school or another, which meant that we couldn’t just decide to take off two weeks in the middle of October and The post Still going places at 80 appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident13 Aug

A special four-part series celebrating 20 years of Exclusive Algarve Villas – When the Algarve changed forever (Part 3)

The pace of change over the last decade has been extraordinary. The Algarve was no longer simply a destination for holidays or retirement. It had become a place where people The post A special four-part series celebrating 20 years of Exclusive Algarve Villas – When the Algarve changed forever (Part 3) appeared first on

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Eclipse brought “huge economic return” to Bragança, says mayor

If you were serious about watching yesterday’s eclipse in Portugal, the only place to have been was Bragança, where hundreds of thousands congregated and hotels and tourist accommodation had been The post Eclipse brought “huge economic return” to Bragança, says mayor appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portuguese companies may not have to publish salaries in job adverts

Companies in Portugal may not have to include salaries in job adverts under the Government's proposed new rules on pay transparency.

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Environmentalists urge councils to create ‘climate refuges’ as extreme heat intensifies

Environmental group Quercus is urging councils across Portugal to take advantage of a new €1 million programme to create “climate refuges” offering protection from periods of extreme heat. The organisation The post Environmentalists urge councils to create ‘climate refuges’ as extreme heat intensifies appeared first on

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Pedro Pascal enjoys a taste of Portugal on holiday

Hollywood star Pedro Pascal is spending part of his summer holiday in Portugal – and appears to be making the most of the country’s food scene. The Chilean-American actor, best The post Pedro Pascal enjoys a taste of Portugal on holiday appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

Europe Doesn't Need to Outgrow America to Outperform It

One comment from Rob Lucas, CEO of CVC Capital Partners, recently caught my attention.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portugal has to decide whether it wants to be the AI back office or create the AI economy!

Portugal has become, in recent years, a particularly competitive destination for international service centres, administrative operations and support teams of large companies. 

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Portugal looks to the skies for historic solar eclipse

Portugal looked to the skies on Wednesday evening (August 12, 2026) as thousands of people gathered across the country to witness one of the most eagerly awaited astronomical events in The post Portugal looks to the skies for historic solar eclipse appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News12 Aug

The total eclipse captivated all of Portugal

Although the full effect was visible only in Bragança and along the Spanish border, the beauty of the phenomenon could be seen across the entire country. 

The Portugal News12 Aug

Solar Eclipse at the Geodesical center of Portugal

On 12 August 2026, a solar eclipse was visible across Portugal.

Algarve Daily News12 Aug

Algarve’s beaches and waterways to receive chunk of €3.2 million post-storm recovery fund, following worst flooding in decades

A new €3.2 million package of funding for the rehabilitation of the coastline and waterways will benefit eight Algarve municipalities affected by severe weather at the beginning of this year, the Government announced today, 12 August.

Algarve Daily News12 Aug

Former President Marcelo taken to Faro Hospital after fainting at Monte Gordo restaurant

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was taken to Faro Hospital on Wednesday, 12 August, as a precaution after feeling unwell in Monte Gordo, where he is currently spending his holidays.

The Portugal News12 Aug

18-year-old Portuguese student wins international space award

Portuguese student Lua Afonso has been recognised in the United States with the Anita Gale Visionary Leadership Award, following her participation in the International Space Settlement Design Competition.