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The Portugal News29 Aug

Stolen masterworks recovered after museum heist

Italian police have recovered three stolen paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse valued together at more than 10 million dollars. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

A special gift for a special friend

It is with great sadness that we receive the news of a friend's passing. Or becoming very ill.

The Portugal News29 Aug

How one man helped change the world’s perception of Portugal

There are moments in life that make you realise just how powerful a person’s influence can become.

The Portugal News29 Aug

Energy giant launches record renewable project

French energy company TotalEnergies has launched Africa’s largest combined renewable energy and storage project in South Africa. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

Portuguese farmers required urgent meeting with government

An agricultural producers’ association in Serpa warned of the “intense economic pressure” facing farmers in the region due to the “spiralling cost of agricultural diesel” and called for an urgent meeting with the Government.

The Portugal News29 Aug

Students to receive mandatory financial education

California will require every public high school student, including those at charter schools, to pass a stand-alone financial literacy course. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

Summer 2026, the sequel to 1976 that nobody thought Britain would ever pull off

Britain has an extraordinary ability to turn almost anything into a national crisis.

The Portugal News29 Aug

Monarch butterflies boom across the Prairies

Monarch butterflies are appearing in unusually high numbers across Saskatchewan, giving researchers new opportunities to study the endangered species. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

W Algarve turns up the volume with new monthly DJ series

W BEAT will bring a rotating line-up of guest DJs to W Lounge, with free entry for hotel guests, locals and visitors alike, curated by W Algarve Music Curator PIPPA.

The Portugal News29 Aug

Portugal city to rehabilitate Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Mortágua Municipality is set to proceed with the rehabilitation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), a project costing approximately one million euros, following the approval granted by the Court of Auditors.

The Portugal News29 Aug

Irish population climbs above 5.5 million people

Ireland’s population reached 5.526 million in April 2026, rising by 66,900 people over 12 months, according to Central Statistics Office figures. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

How science can help Portugal make better decisions

Governments have to make difficult decisions. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

Personalised vaccine marks major cancer breakthrough

A personalised cancer vaccine has been credited with preventing melanoma from returning following surgery. 

The Portugal News29 Aug

Portugal island to reinforce Forest Police reinforcement

The Madeira Forest Police Corps (CPF) has 36 new members, bringing its total force to 100 officers distributed across 25 forest stations in seven zones of the archipelago.

The Portugal News28 Aug

Portugal ranks high for life, low for work

Portugal remains one of the most attractive countries for expats looking for a better lifestyle, but those hoping to build a career may find a very different picture.

The Portugal News28 Aug

American Airlines connects Philadelphia to Portugal

Starting 28 March, Portugal will be even more connected to the United States of America.

The Portugal News28 Aug

Office market in Portugal surges

In Porto, the office market jumped 80 percent year on year during the first half of 2026, while Lisbon saw contracted areas fall by 30 percent.

The Portugal News28 Aug

Chega intends to dissolve the Government

Chega has shown interest in presenting a motion of censure against the Government on 1 September.

The Portugal News28 Aug

Property prices remain stable in Portugal

The average asking prices stand at €430,000 for sales and €1,300 a month for rentals, although some regions have recorded sharp increases over the past year. 

The Portugal News28 Aug

Portugal strengthens tsunami safety measures

In 2026, Lisbon will also reinforce its tsunami warning and alert system by installing two new sirens along the city's coastline.

The Portugal News28 Aug

When does the new school year begin in Portugal?

The new school year is approaching, with most pupils in Portugal returning to the classroom between 11 and 15 September.

The Portugal News28 Aug

Passenger numbers continue to grow at Portuguese airports

Passenger traffic at Portugal’s airports increased by 2.5% during the first seven months of the year when compared with the same period in 2025.

The Portugal News28 Aug

What happens after the process we call Death

Many people sincerely want to know…what the Bible says about life after death.

The Portugal News28 Aug

A Perfect European Summer for Portuguese football

Portuguese football could hardly have asked for a better start to the 2026/27 European season.