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The Portugal News8 Sept

Dangerous invasive plant found in Portugal

The invasive plant Cortaderia, also known as pampas grass, is one of the most dangerous to health and is present in more than 200 mainland municipalities, experts warned, lamenting the lack of measures to contain it.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Man caught transporting 4,300 litres of fuel in Algarve

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Loulé after being caught transporting 4,300 litres of fuel in a goods vehicle.

The Portugal News8 Sept

What’s in season right now? How to embrace the flavours of autumn

Cook with seasonal, warming ingredients.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Portugal Weather Today (8 September): Cooler temperatures ahead?

For the full weather forecast video, see below 👇👇👇

The Portugal News8 Sept

Madrugada in Lagoa, just another clothing store?

What makes any charity shop special?

The Portugal News8 Sept

Colégio Militar Metro Station in Lisbon

Colégio Militar Metro Station, on Lisbon’s Blue Line, is located next to the Colombo shopping centre and Colégio Militar. The station combines modern design with artwork that reflects Lisbon’s tradition of bringing culture into everyday public spaces.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Portugal no longer competes on price - It competes for engineering

For many years, the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy was often associated with a simple idea: to produce at lower costs than other European markets. 

The Portugal News8 Sept

Poets’ corner - The Stranger

A poem by Roberto Cavaleiro            

The Portugal News7 Sept

Parque do Covelo for families in Porto

Parque do Covelo is a family-friendly urban park in Porto that combines green spaces and a playground for children and parents to play. 

The Portugal News7 Sept

Irrigation system investment to save 19 million cubic metres of water in the Algarve

A €15 million modernisation programme at the Alvor Irrigation Scheme is expected to significantly reduce water losses and improve the efficiency of one of the Algarve’s ageing agricultural networks. 

The Portugal News7 Sept

Supermarket trolleys house seahorses in Portugal

Nine supermarket trolleys placed in the waters of the Tagus River near Trafaria Bay, in the municipality of Almada, are now artificial shelters for a significant population of seahorses.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Algarve city assigns 48 new street names

The street names have been assigned to roads and public spaces in Marmelete and the town of Monchique.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Region of Portugal approves more than €57 million to recover from Storm Kristin

The Intermunicipal Community (CIM) of Beira Baixa has approved a budget of €57.34 million to support the recovery of the territory in the context of Storm Kristin.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Free trips on a historic Portuguese boat

The iconic Muleta Álvaro Velho boat will offer free trips on 19 September.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Motion of no confidence against the Portuguese government confirmed

The Standing Committee unanimously approved today the convocation of a plenary session for 8 September to debate and vote on the Chega party's motion of censure against the Government, which is already guaranteed to be rejected.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Portugal among hardest countries in Europe to buy a home on average salary

Portugal has been identified as one of the most difficult countries in Europe to buy a home on an average salary, with Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve among the areas facing the greatest pressure.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Public transport campaign targeting youth in Portugal

On 7 September, Transportes Metropolitanos do Porto announced the launch of the ‘Validate Your Pass’ campaign for the Andante brand, aimed at promoting the adoption of the Youth Pass, which is free for those under 23, whether or not they are students.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Ryanair accused of failing to provide human customer service in Spain

Ryanair has been reported to Spanish consumer authorities over claims that passengers calling its customer service numbers in Spain are unable to speak to a real person.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Thousands of computer equipment arrive at Portugal's justice services

The Ministry of Justice (MJ) announced the start of distributing more than 24,000 pieces of computer equipment to reinforce "working conditions in the courts and other services," an operation that will continue until December.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Portugal Increases Fuel Tax Discount

The Portuguese Government has increased its fuel tax discount by around three cents per litre for both petrol and diesel as drivers face another sharp rise in prices.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Drivers in slow march protest fuel price increase in Portugal

A slow march of cars travelled along roads leading to the Galp refinery in Sines, in the Setúbal district, to protest the increase in fuel prices.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Ferrari's Monza Misery Shows Old Problems Still Haunt Formula 1's Most Famous Team

Few teams in Formula 1 carry the weight of expectation that Ferrari faces every time it races at Monza. Yet once again, the Italian Grand Prix left the ‘Tifosi’ wondering whether the Scuderia's greatest rival is not Red Bull, Mercedes or McLaren, but itself.

The Portugal News7 Sept

Lidl widens lead over Mercadona in Portugal

Lidl has strengthened its position as Portugal’s third-largest supermarket chain, widening the gap over fast-expanding rival Mercadona during the first half of 2026.

The Portugal News7 Sept

New parking facility planned for Algarve tourism hotspot

Plans for a long-awaited new parking facility in Praia do Carvoeiro have taken another step forward, with the project now expected to move towards a public tender next year.