The Portugal News26 OctBolt seeks new model for shared e-scooters in Lisbon
The operator is calling for further talks after Lisbon City Hall approved the suspension of shared e-scooters by the end of 2026.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal to open more gambling addiction centres
Portugal is planning to expand its public treatment services for gambling and video game addiction, following a sharp increase in the number of people seeking help.
The Portugal News26 OctThe Algarve from above
I always enjoy taking off from Faro, especially on a sunny day when you can see so much from the window.
The Portugal News26 OctFlixBus expands network in Algarve and Alentejo
FlixBus has expanded its transport network, adding more destinations in the Algarve and Alentejo.
The Portugal News26 OctAlgarve group calls for Montenegro resignation after housing demonstration incidents
The Algarve em Resistência movement has called for the resignation of Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro following police interventions at housing protests in Lisbon and Porto during the early hours of Sunday, 25 October.
The Portugal News26 OctPortuguese Prime Minister congratulates Lula da Silva on his reelection
Portuguese PM Luís Montenegro has congratulated Lula da Silva on his victory in the second round of the Brazilian presidential election and has underlined the importance of deepening the partnership between the two countries.
The Portugal News26 OctMourinho Rolls Back the Years with Another Iconic Knee Slide in Barcelona
There are football matches, and then there is El Clásico.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal marks 170 years of railways
Infraestruturas de Portugal will mark 170 years of railways in Portugal with a programme of commemorative events.
The Portugal News26 OctMunicipalities offering affordable student housing while tackling loneliness among older residents in Portugal
Portuguese municipalities are expanding affordable accommodation schemes for university students, from subsidised residences to arrangements that let young people share homes with older residents.
The Portugal News26 OctAndré Ventura unhappy with Brazil election result
Chega leader André Ventura has expressed his dissatisfaction with the outcome of Brazil’s presidential election, arguing that Portugal should wait for the results to be legally verified before recognising Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s victory.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal makes history with three players in ATP top 100
Tennis player Henrique Rocha climbed to 100th place in the world rankings on 26 October, making Portugal the home of three players in the ATP top 100 for the first time since the rankings were introduced in 1973.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal leads the ranking of the best wedding destinations
Portugal ranked No. 1 in a new DressPreservation.com study ranking 27 EU countries to find the best places to get married
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal commits €5 million to Iberian lynx plan
Portugal will be investing €5 million in Iberian lynx conservation between 2026 and 2030 as part of a new action plan approved by the Government
The Portugal News26 OctThe Algarve could host the Dakar Rally in 2027
Portugal and Morocco are in the running to host the event, after the event’s organisers announced that it will not take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027.
The Portugal News26 OctInfraquinta’s 1st Sustainability Report reveals excellent performance, particularly in environmental management
For the past 10 years, Infraquinta, E.M. has been the local utility entity with the lowest percentage of non-revenue water, an indicator that stood at 2.7% in 2025.
The Portugal News26 OctPolice response to housing protests in Portugal under investigation
The Inspectorate-General of Internal Administration (IGAI) has opened an administrative inquiry following police interventions in the early hours of 25 October at Rossio Square in Lisbon and Praça D. João I in Porto.
The Portugal News26 OctVectorTraders Points to Perpetual Futures Funding as Stablecoin Yield Sources Shift
With on-chain perpetual volumes reaching $593 billion in 30 days and regulatory pressure reshaping balance-based yield, the Colorado firm argues strategy-derived returns deserve closer attention
The Portugal News26 OctA €35 million boost for young farmers in Portugal
Portugal is preparing a new €35 million support scheme to help 200 young people become farmers, Agriculture Minister José Manuel Fernandes announced on 23 October.
The Portugal News26 OctLagoa approves land for 743 homes in Algarve
Lagoa City Council has approved the reclassification of 12 hectares of land for residential use, with at least 70% of the construction area earmarked for public housing, including affordable rentals and homes built under controlled-cost schemes.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal President demands action on housing crisis
With housing protests continuing across Portugal, President António José Seguro is calling on political leaders to put their differences aside and find solutions to the country’s growing housing crisis.
The Portugal News26 OctNew licences for Portugal’s airports
Portugal’s aviation regulator has issued ground-handling licences to SPdH, the company owned by Menzies Aviation, for services at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports.
The Portugal News26 Oct9 Changes to Portugal's Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline Explained
Anyone holding a Portuguese golden visa, or weighing one, has likely heard the timeline just moved. For years, the promise was straightforward: five years of legal residence, then eligibility to apply for citizenship. That promise changed in May 2026, and the shift affects thousands of investors mid-process.
The Portugal News26 OctPortugal cuts investment to combat housing crisis by 63.5%
Government planned investment in the structural elements of the 'Construir Portugal' (Build Portugal) programme will be down 63.5% in 2027, from €2.905 billion to €1.061 billion.