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The Portugal News15 Sept

Angolan Archbishop Leads Fátima Pilgrimage

An Angolan archbishop has led Fátima’s latest international pilgrimage, using his visit to Portugal to call for forgiveness and reconciliation at a time of war and growing division around the world.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal submits film for Oscar nomination

The film “A Memória do Cheiro das Coisas” (The Memory of the Smell of Things), by António Ferreira, was chosen to represent Portugal in its Oscar nomination application, the Portuguese Film Academy announced.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Zoomarine launches special ticket prices for Algarve residents

Algarve residents can visit Zoomarine for less this September, following the return of the park’s special resident campaign.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Benfica eagle coach arrested for alleged drug scheme

The Polícia Judiciária reportedly arrested João Paulo Santos, one of the coaches of the Eagle Vitória, suspected of being part of a cocaine trafficking network.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Faro Airport security queues: An insider tip

Passengers flying from Faro Airport may want to allow a little extra time for security. 

The Portugal News15 Sept

Dengue mosquito detected in Portugal

The Local Health Unit (UL) of Castelo Branco has warned of the presence of a mosquito in the municipality that transmits diseases such as dengue, zika, and chikungunya.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Renewable energy produces almost 75% of electricity in Portugal

Between January and August 2026, 74.4% of electricity produced in mainland Portugal came from renewable energy sources.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portuguese people prefer social media to books

A survey by the Portuguese Association of Publishers and Booksellers (APEL) reveals that fewer than two-thirds of participants say they read for leisure in their free time, far behind social media use.

The Portugal News15 Sept

How Did The Portugal Investment Story Go From Bailout to A+?

Fifteen years can completely change an investment story. 

The Portugal News15 Sept

Dams in Portugal have an average water storage capacity of 77%

Dams in Portugal currently have an average water storage capacity of 77%, bucking the drought trend in the European Union, the president of the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) said.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Wine and dine at home with these expert pairings

Create the perfect supper club with these whites and reds to pair with seasonal menus, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Irish buyers maintain strong presence in Portugal’s prime Algarve property market

New research released ahead of the Moving to Portugal Show in Dublin on 22 September shows Irish purchasers are among the leading international buyers.  

The Portugal News15 Sept

A New Way to Enjoy Portugal's Nature from Your Terrace or Garden

Portugal is known for its golden beaches, historic villages, rolling countryside, cork oak forests, wetlands, and Atlantic coastline. However, it doesn't take much effort to discover the country's natural beauty if you don't go too far. Sometimes, you don't need to look far to find something in nature that displays art

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal Today's Weather (15 September): Cooler temperatures expected

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The Portugal News15 Sept

Major Portugal Solar Project Cut by 34%

One of Portugal’s largest proposed solar projects has been greatly scaled back after environmental authorities raised serious concerns about its original design.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Mercadona announces opening date for its Algarve store

In a press release sent to The Portugal News, Mercadona has confirmed the opening date of its Algarve store.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Construction continues to increase in Portugal

The construction production index grew 1.8% annually in July, down 0.2 percentage points (p.p.) from the previous month, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) announced.

The Portugal News15 Sept

Portugal wants to deepen cooperation with Palestine

Portugal and Palestine will create a joint commission to deepen cooperation in several sectors, including education, health, and agriculture, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paulo Rangel, announced after receiving his Palestinian counterpart in Lisbon.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Óbidos: Portugal’s Town of Queens

Óbidos is a very well-preserved medieval town, around an hour north of Lisbon. And to be honest, it’s one of my favourite places to visit in Portugal. It has a specific charm and really interesting history.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Wegovy trial on children reveals reduced obesity in weeks

A clinical trial testing the weight-loss drug Wegovy on children aged six to 12 has found that 40.4 percent of those given the treatment were no longer classified as obese after 68 weeks. 

The Portugal News14 Sept

FlixBus entry into Sete Rios postponed amid dispute

FlixBus is expected to begin operating from Lisbon’s Sete Rios bus terminal on September 29, following another delay in its planned move from Gare do Oriente.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Algarve among regions most affected by teacher shortages

The new school year is getting underway across Portugal, but the shortage of teachers remains one of the biggest concerns, particularly in the Algarve.

The Portugal News14 Sept

Portuguese supermarket chain fined in Poland

Biedronka, the Polish brand owned by Jerónimo Martins (which owns Pingo Doce supermarkets in Portugal), will have to pay a €121 million fine imposed by the Polish competition regulator (UOKiK).

The Portugal News14 Sept

Solar power plant project abandoned in northern Portugal

Lightsource bp has abandoned plans for the Beira solar power plant in the municipalities of Castelo Branco and Idanha-a-Nova, deciding not to submit a revised version of the project.