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The Portugal News3 Jul

Afro Nation Portugal begins today

Praia da Rocha’s annual hit festival Afro Nation has started, turning the iconic Portimão beach into a global celebration of Afrobeats music for the whole weekend.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Study indicates that waits at European airports may reduce demand

The implementation of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) in the Schengen Area is raising serious concerns within the global tourism industry.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Fewer foreign workers in Portugal social security records

A sharp rise in the number of foreign workers disappearing from Portugal’s social security records has raised concerns about growing departures from the country or an increase in irregular residency. 

The Portugal News3 Jul

Loulé Jazz Festival Marks 30th Anniversary with Three Days of Live Music

Loulé’s long-running jazz festival will celebrate its 30th edition this summer with a programme of six concerts spread across three days, bringing internationally acclaimed musicians and Portuguese artists together for a weekend dedicated to jazz.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Donald Trump sends message to Portugal

On 1 July, the President of the United States of America sent a message to the new US Ambassador in Lisbon and to the Portuguese.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Ryanair asks European governments to postpone EES

On 2 June, Ryanair again appealed to European governments to postpone the implementation of the European Union's EES until September.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Portugal Explained

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The Portugal News3 Jul

Pinetrees 41st Birthday Party

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The Portugal News3 Jul

Government declares state of alert across mainland Portugal due to fire risk

The Portuguese Government has declared a state of alert across mainland Portugal from 00:00 on Friday, July 3, until 23:59 on Monday, July 6, due to the heightened risk of rural fires.

The Portugal News3 Jul

First Southern Ground Hornbill was born in Portugal

The Zoo de Lagos announces the birth of a Southern Ground Hornbill, the first chick of this species to be born in a Portuguese zoo. 

The Portugal News3 Jul

Property of the Week: Charming 4-Bedroom Villa Set in a True Natural Paradise

If you dream of living surrounded by nature, privacy and tranquillity, this exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to embrace the Algarve lifestyle at its very best. 

The Portugal News3 Jul

Property of the Week: Charming 4-Bedroom Villa Set in a True Natural Paradise

If you dream of living surrounded by nature, privacy and tranquillity, this exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to embrace the Algarve lifestyle at its very best. 

The Portugal News3 Jul

Active fire in Portugal has already burned more than 7000 hectares

The forest fire that started in the early hours of 2 July in Vouzela, Viseu district, and spread to three other municipalities has already burned more than 7,000 hectares of forest and scrubland, according to European data.

The Portugal News3 Jul

The Importance of Protection

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The Portugal News3 Jul

Jimmy Carr is coming back to Portugal after selling out eight shows

Jimmy Carr is returning to Portugal next year with his new world tour, Laughs Funny.

The Portugal News3 Jul

New Nationality Law: the decree on loss of nationality in Portugal rejected

On 3 July, Parliament rejected, by a large majority, the confirmation of the decree requested by Chega to create the accessory penalty of loss of nationality, a decree that had previously been considered unconstitutional by the Constitutional Court and later vetoed by the President of the Republic.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Portugal faces sweltering nights as heatwave continues

Portugal is facing another stretch of extreme heat, with temperatures expected to remain unusually high both during the day and overnight until at least 5 July.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Portugal Nationality Law may be changed

Parliament is preparing to reject Chega's request to confirm the decree creating the ancillary penalty of loss of nationality, as well as the changes requested by PSD and CDS to this legislation.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Algarve Tourism invests in the international promotion of the destination

The Algarve Tourism Board has ramped up its international promotion schedule for July, bucking the trend of reduced advertising during the peak season.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Leodoro: Timeless Fashion with a Family Touch

Leodoro is a boutique offering timeless fashion in the heart of Almancil. As a family-run business, every garment is carefully selected, with a strong focus on quality materials. Although the boutique only opened its doors in October 2025, it has already built a loyal base of returning customers.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Do I need to take electrolytes in a heatwave?

The electrolyte products industry has ballooned into a massive market.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Algarve fishing nets recycled into new clothing and footwear

Thousands of kilos of discarded fishing nets collected from two Algarve ports are set to begin a second life — not back at sea, but in the textile industry, according to Postal.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Terrace Restaurant: A Fresh Take on Dining in Lisbon

Located within Martinhal Lisbon Oriente, the Terrace Restaurant was created to be far more than just a hotel restaurant.