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The Portugal News14 Aug

Portugal introduces stricter lobbying transparency rules

Starting Friday, contacts between government members and lobbyists must be recorded and, in some cases, disclosed.

The Portugal News14 Aug

INEM workers demand the resignation of President Luís Mendes Cabral

Workers at the National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM) approved a resolution at a General Assembly demanding the resignation of the agency’s president, Luís Mendes Cabral.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Portugal Weekend Weather (14 August): What to Expect Across Portugal this Weekend

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The Portugal News14 Aug

Yellow heat warning in effect in Portugal today

A yellow heat warning remains in effect today for four districts in mainland Portugal, the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) reported.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Portugal proposes new rules for ending rental contracts

The Portuguese Government is proposing changes to rental laws that would make it easier for landlords to end contracts when major renovation or restoration work requires tenants to leave the property.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Portuguese brewery wins world title at the 2026 World Beer Awards

Praxis, a brewery from Coimbra, won a world title at the World Beer Awards 2026 in a category that involves using grape must or grapes in the brewing process, bringing home a total of nine medals from the United Kingdom.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Cyber threats targeting Mac surge in Portugal

Cyberattacks targeting Mac computers have increased sharply in Portugal, with detections rising by 65% during the first half of the year.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Exports of fruits, vegetables, and flowers fall 3.5%

Portuguese exports of fruit, vegetables, ornamental plants, and flowers fell by 3.5% in value and 5.9% in volume year-on-year through June, hampered by storms early in the year, the industry association Portugal Fresh announced today.

The Portugal News14 Aug

What’s on the SBC Summit Conference Agenda in 2026?

The gaming industry rarely looks the same from two different angles.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Carvoeiro Clube Group Appointed as New Operating Manager of Hibiscus Gardens

Carvoeiro Clube Group has been appointed as the new operating manager of Hibiscus Gardens, bringing the resort in Carvoeiro back under the management of an experienced local operator following several years in which the development was largely inactive and its properties were no longer being operated as a tourist resor

The Portugal News14 Aug

Detached houses represent 7.3% of new construction in Portugal

The number of detached houses in the Portuguese residential market is decreasing, especially in new construction.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Why QP Savills Let the Music Do the Talking

QP Savills is launching something a little different this Summer - a campaign that trades the usual property language for something with a bit more soul.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Mercan Group builds on three decades of international success

The international company continues to expand its investment, hospitality and recruitment operations across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Learning from the masters in old building techniques

For the Portuguese eco constructor Bruno Gomes, working with earth became a lifelong passion and a way of rebuilding his life.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Sines is no longer an energy promise

For years we have heard about the potential of Sines to become a major European green energy hub. 

The Portugal News14 Aug

U.S. LLC Income in Portugal: New Tax Ruling Brings Long Awaited Clarity

Major update following Portuguese Tax Authority ruling in July 2026

The Portugal News13 Aug

Eight Algarve municipalities to receive support following severe weather

Eight municipalities in the Algarve are included in a new package of Government support to help repair damage caused by the severe weather that hit Portugal earlier this year.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Small Creatures, Big Truths Podcast

There is a version of conservation that gets all the attention. Pandas. Baby seals. Anything with big eyes and soft fur. And then there is the version that Martina Panisi has built her life around — the 97% of the animal kingdom that nobody is fighting to save.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portugal will witness another solar eclipse in 2027

In the aftermath of the solar eclipse that occurred on 12 August 2026, Portugal is already preparing to witness a new eclipse in August 2027.

The Portugal News13 Aug

New arts support model launched

Decree-Law No. 164-A/2026 is now in effect, updating the public funding model managed by the Directorate-General for the Arts (DGArtes). 

The Portugal News13 Aug

Algarve to host Newtour Travel Summit

The Algarve is set to welcome hundreds of tourism professionals this November for the Newtour Travel Summit 2026, as the region seeks to reinforce its position as a year-round destination for major industry events. 

The Portugal News13 Aug

Total solar eclipse brought “huge economic return”

The Mayor of Bragança stated today that the total solar eclipse brought an “enormous economic return” to the region, serving as “excellent and well-deserved publicity.”

The Portugal News13 Aug

New Port of Sines dock could have both civilian and military uses

Plans for a new General Cargo Quay at the Port of Sines could have both civilian and military uses, according to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the project.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Healthcare sector reinforced with €630 million to modernise the SNS

Healthcare was one of the areas most bolstered in the revisions to the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), with €630 million allocated to refurbish facilities, modernise the National Health Service (SNS), and acquire four medical emergency helicopters, the Government announced today.