The Portugal News29 AugMonarch 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 AugW 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 AugPortugal 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 AugIrish 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 AugHow science can help Portugal make better decisions
Governments have to make difficult decisions.
The Portugal News29 AugPersonalised vaccine marks major cancer breakthrough
A personalised cancer vaccine has been credited with preventing melanoma from returning following surgery.
The Portugal News29 AugPortugal 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 AugPortugal 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 AugAmerican Airlines connects Philadelphia to Portugal
Starting 28 March, Portugal will be even more connected to the United States of America.
The Portugal News28 AugOffice 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 AugChega intends to dissolve the Government
Chega has shown interest in presenting a motion of censure against the Government on 1 September.
The Portugal News28 AugProperty 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 AugPortugal 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 AugWhen 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 AugPassenger 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 AugWhat happens after the process we call Death
Many people sincerely want to know…what the Bible says about life after death.
The Portugal News28 AugA Perfect European Summer for Portuguese football
Portuguese football could hardly have asked for a better start to the 2026/27 European season.
The Portugal News28 AugAffordable rental homes available in three Algarve municipalities
Homes in Olhão, Portimão and Vila Real de Santo António are included in a new round of affordable rental competitions opened by the Institute for Housing and Urban Rehabilitation (IHRU).
The Portugal News28 AugProperty of the Week: You’re Invited - Open House at 5 Senses Apartments in Portimão
Just moments from Praia dos Três Castelos/Praia da Rocha, 5 Senses brings contemporary design, Mediterranean living and the Atlantic coastline together.
The Portugal News28 AugPortuguese city plans to build 500 aimed at the middle class
The mayor of Matosinhos told Lusa that she will request a €40 million loan to build 500 affordable rental homes, with one project exclusively for young people up to 35 years old.
The Portugal News28 AugMercadona announces new store in Portugal
The Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona continues to invest in Portugal, with a new store opening in 2027.
The Portugal News28 AugE-Lar support misses most vulnerable in Portugal
A Portuguese government scheme designed in part to tackle energy poverty has distributed around two-thirds of its funding to households outside the country’s social energy tariff.
The Portugal News28 AugPortugal Ranked in Global Top Ten for Expat Quality of Life
Portugal has been ranked among the world’s top ten destinations for expat quality of life, according to the 2025 InterNations Expat Insider Quality of Life Index.
The Portugal News28 AugFestival F livens up the Algarve
The Festival F returns to the historic centre of Faro starting on 3 September, with 67 shows on seven stages, as well as talks, crafts, gastronomy, a children's area, and exhibitions, the organisation highlighted.