The Portugal News7 AugAlgarve city to build 204 homes
The Portimão City Council has awarded the contract to build 204 housing units in the Coca Maravilhas neighbourhood, budgeted at €27.7 million and considered the "largest public housing project" developed in the municipality, the local authority announced.
The Portugal News7 AugTrust in me – All will be well
Jenny Clarke, President of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) and her team have been trying to ‘snatch’ Miss Odelouca from the side of a busy country road.
The Portugal News7 AugThe biggest risk for companies no longer comes from the economy!
For decades, business management was guided by major economic indicators such as inflation, interest rates, GDP growth, consumption or unemployment, which determined a large part of investment decisions. Companies were preparing to face more or less favorable economic cycles and adjusted their strategy according to thi
Portugal Resident7 AugDriving in Portugal: A Practical Guide for New Residents and Second-Home Owners
Whether you’re discovering hidden beaches along the Algarve, visiting historic villages inland or simply driving to your favourite café on a Sunday morning, having your own car makes everyday life The post Driving in Portugal: A Practical Guide for New Residents and Second-Home Owners appeared first on Portugal Residen
Portugal Resident7 AugIsraeli ambassador asks for Kanye concert in Algarve to be cancelled
Israel’s ambassador to Portugal has called for the cancellation of singer Kanye West’s concert this evening at the Algarve Stadium – describing it as “a disgrace” to take part in The post Israeli ambassador asks for Kanye concert in Algarve to be cancelled appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 AugGreenpeace urges rethink on Algarve coastal development
Greenpeace Portugal has called for a moratorium on new tourism developments in parts of the Algarve most exposed to coastal erosion and flooding, warning that decades of intensive construction combined The post Greenpeace urges rethink on Algarve coastal development appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 AugUrgent works on Portuguese beaches are completed
The most urgent investments to repair the damage caused by the storms of January and February of this year on Portuguese beaches have been completed, while other less priority projects will continue until 2028, said the Minister of the Environment.
Portugal Resident7 AugCarvoeiro water upgrade finally completed after €2m investment
Lagoa Council has completed a €2 million overhaul of the water supply network between Carvoeiro Beach and Algarve Clube Atlântico, bringing an end to months of roadworks and recurring water The post Carvoeiro water upgrade finally completed after €2m investment appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 AugBenfica the Heartsbreaker: The Eagles head to Edinburgh with a foot already in the next stage
Benfica produced their most convincing performance of the season so far on Thursday night, thrashing Scottish side Hearts 6-1 at the Estádio da Luz to all but secure their place in the next stage of the Europa League qualifying campaign.
Portugal Resident7 AugNew Review: CHEGA stir social media hate, MPs reject surveillance, Cocaine jail death
In this August 7, 2026, News Review Podcast, Carl Munson and The Resident journalist Natasha Donn review a week dominated by cocaine-trafficking stories, including bales washing up on the Alentejo The post New Review: CHEGA stir social media hate, MPs reject surveillance, Cocaine jail death appeared first on Portugal R
The Portugal News7 AugDay One of the Bons Sons Portuguese Music Festival
Bons Sons is a Portuguese music festival that takes place in the small village of Cem Soldos, near Tomar, and is famous for turning the entire village into a celebration.
The Portugal News7 AugSecrets of the Cliffs in the Algarve
The naturist beaches reveal the wildest and most untouched side of the Algarve.
Portugal Resident7 AugThree seriously injured after inhaling toxic fumes in Vieira de Leiria
Three people have suffered serious injuries after inhaling toxic fumes released by a chemical reaction during the transfer of sodium hypochlorite at Mariparque (waterpark), in Vieira de Leiria (Marinha Grande). The post Three seriously injured after inhaling toxic fumes in Vieira de Leiria appeared first on Portugal Re
Portugal Resident7 AugThree hotel deals push investment in hospitality sector beyond €500 million
Three major hotel acquisitions pushed investment in Portugal’s hospitality sector to €508 million during the first half of 2026 — already exceeding the total recorded throughout last year. The headline The post Three hotel deals push investment in hospitality sector beyond €500 million appeared first on Portugal Reside
The Portugal News7 AugPortugal Weekend Weather (7 August): What to Expect Across Portugal this Weekend
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The Portugal News7 AugMeet four eye-catching moths to spot in your garden
One of them is the size of a small bird.
The Portugal News7 AugDancers raise funds for Cat Charity
On 7 July, the Classical Academy of Ballet (CAB) gave a wonderful performance at the Carlos do Carmo auditorium in Lagoa to support the Carvoeiro Cat Charity Associação (CCCA).
The Portugal News7 AugOnly Portugal and Spain can officially sell "sangria" under that name
A glass of sangria is almost synonymous with summer in Portugal. Served everywhere from beach bars to family barbecues, it's one of the country's best-known drinks. But what many people don't realise is that the name "sangria" is legally protected across the European Union.
Portugal Resident7 AugAppeal goes out for missing cyclist Pedro Paiva, 63
Searches for missing cyclist Pedro Paiva, 63, have led nowhere – and it is now over two weeks since he was last heard from. Figueira da Foz municipal council has The post Appeal goes out for missing cyclist Pedro Paiva, 63 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 AugAI changed the rules. Communication is now the competitive advantage.
In a world where AI has made information instantly accessible, the competitive advantage is no longer what leaders know.
Portugal Resident7 AugGaia shoe factory closes after receiving PRR funding, workers unpaid
A footwear factory in Vila Nova de Gaia has closed permanently after receiving public funding through Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), leaving dozens of workers uncertain whether they will The post Gaia shoe factory closes after receiving PRR funding, workers unpaid appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 AugPortugal: Fuel prices set for sharp drop next week
Drivers in Portugal are expected to see a significant drop in fuel prices from next Monday, with industry forecasts pointing to reductions of around 12 cents per litre for diesel The post Portugal: Fuel prices set for sharp drop next week appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 AugFootball emerges as growing investment opportunity across Europe
Football clubs are attracting increasing interest from private and institutional investors, with Portugal accounting for more than half of the investment opportunities currently available across four European countries.
The Portugal News7 AugLEDEX Forum announces five confirmed speakers for Algarve AI conference
The programme will cover better decisions, documented business processes, AI systems and the changing way customers discover brands online.