The Portugal News1 JulWhere are foreigners looking for a house in Portugal?
According to a new analysis by idealista, international demand for homes for sale in Portugal remained strongest in Funchal and Ponta Delgada in May 2026.
The Portugal News1 JulPortugal set to capitalise as entrepreneurs look for European mobility
For entrepreneurs, access has become one of the most valuable assets in business — access to customers, capital, talent and markets.
The Portugal News1 JulPortugal's car ownership costs are among Europe's highest: here's how to manage them
If you own a car in Portugal, the numbers are sobering. According to the 2022 LeasePlan Car Cost Index, an annual study covering 22 European countries, Portugal ranks fourth on the continent for the total monthly cost of car ownership, at an average of €1,160 per month. Only Switzerland, Norway and the Netherlands are
The Portugal News1 JulThree charities join for special auction
A bit of this and a bit of that… a special auction which should attract all charity supporters.
The Portugal News1 JulWild boars targeting picnics at Portugal’s Arrábida coast
Those planning to visit one of Portugal’s most picturesque stretches of coastline are being urged to keep a close eye on their food after wild boars were once again spotted roaming popular beaches in search of easy meals.
The Portugal News1 JulAlgarve city satisfied with noise control measures
The mayor of Albufeira gave a positive assessment of the noise control measures implemented a month ago in the municipality, but businesses fear negative impacts.
The Portugal News1 JulCost of living remains Europeans' biggest concern
Almost one in three people across the European Union believe their standard of living will worsen over the next five years, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey, with rising prices and the cost of living remaining the biggest concern for households.
The Portugal News1 JulLagos Food Fest returns this week
One of the Algarve’s best-known food festivals is set to return this week, bringing four days of international street food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities to the city of Lagos.
The Portugal News1 JulThe 2026 ranking of most valuable Portuguese brands
According to the latest annual ranking by consultancy OnStrategy, which analysed more than 500 national brands, EDP remains the most valuable Portuguese brand in 2026.
The Portugal News1 JulInside the luxury new homes market of Estoril, Portugal’s historic riviera town
Elegant architecture, Atlantic views, and a legacy of international glamour have made Estoril one of Portugal’s most recognisable coastal addresses for generations.
The Portugal News1 JulLusophone-produced films at the international festival
Four films produced in Portuguese-speaking countries will compete at the Locarno International Film Festival, held in the Swiss town this August, organisers announced today.
The Portugal News1 JulFree Summer Health Market
On Sunday, 12 July, LOVITALL is organising the Summer Health Market at Carvoeiro Tennis & Padel Club alongside the finals of the Padelitas Padel Tournament.
The Portugal News1 JulHeatwave can lead to blackouts in Portugal
Portugal’s ongoing heatwave is expected to increase demand for electricity as households and businesses rely more heavily on air conditioning and cooling systems, raising the possibility of localised power outages if the network comes under strain.
The Portugal News1 JulUnemployment rate falls in Portugal
Portugal’s unemployment rate fell to 5.5% in May, down from 5.7% in April and 0.7 points lower than a year ago, according to provisional data from the National Statistics Institute (INE).
The Portugal News1 JulPolice rescue dogs in poor conditions in Portugal
Around 20 dogs were rescued by the GNR (National Republican Guard) in the parish of Lousa, Loures, "in a state of poor health," following complaints from local residents, the security force reported, adding that a man to whom the animals belonged was identified.
The Portugal News1 JulEurozone inflation rate slows
The eurozone's annual inflation rate slowed in June to 2.8% from May, after two months of increases, due to a slowdown in energy price growth, Eurostat estimates.
The Portugal News1 JulPortugal housing prices hit new high
The residential market in Portugal continues to post unprecedented figures, with the median housing cost reaching a new all-time high of €3,156 per square metre in June 2026.
The Portugal News1 JulRed weather warning to be issued in Portugal due to heatwave
The districts of Lisbon and Setúbal will be under a red warning due to the heat starting on 2 July, with Coimbra and Leiria following on 3 July, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).
The Portugal News1 JulFire in North Portugal extinguished
The fire that broke out in Varges, Murça, was brought under control at 9:40pm on 30 June, with approximately 230 personnel and 72 vehicles still on the ground, according to information from Civil Protection.
The Portugal News1 JulHealth Unit in Portugal strengthens liver cancer treatment
The Local Health Unit of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (ULSTMAD) has strengthened its therapeutic response for patients with liver cancer through a "minimally invasive" technique that administers treatment directly to the tumour.
The Portugal News1 JulSevere weather warning issued in Portugal due to high temperatures
The districts of Beja, Évora, Portalegre, and Castelo Branco will be under an orange heat warning starting on 1 July, with the warning later extending to other regions, the IPMA announced.
The Portugal News1 JulChurch linked to Portuguese Discoveries explorer to reopen
The Church of Nossa Senhora das Salas in Sines (Setúbal district), a monument linked to the explorer Vasco da Gama, is preparing to reopen to the public in July following a €450,000 renovation project.