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The Portugal News31 Jul

Grândola, Castro Marim, and Loulé surpass Lisbon in luxury home prices per square metre

Three Portuguese municipalities have overtaken the capital in the median price per square meter for premium-segment housing, reaching figures above €10,000 during the second quarter of 2026. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal authorises the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Super Cup

The government has authorised the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup match between FC Porto and Torreense as part of a pilot project, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Terrace Restaurant — A culinary voyage through Oriental and Mediterranean fusion cuisine

In the heart of Parque das Nações, surrounded by lush gardens and with a relaxed atmosphere, Terrace Restaurant has become a meeting point for families, friends, food lovers and weekend explorers alike. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Algarve prepares for one of the biggest solar eclipses in more than a century

People across the Algarve will have the chance to watch one of the most significant astronomical events in decades this August, as a solar eclipse covers more than 90% of the Sun across southern Portugal.

The Portugal News31 Jul

From Local Communities to Global Solidarity: Collective Response After Venezuela's Earthquakes

In the aftermath of the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24th, communities across the country have demonstrated remarkable resilience, solidarity, and compassion in the face of significant challenges.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Pianist Duncan Moss on Swapping Business for the Beauty of Music

For over three decades, Duncan Moss built a successful career in the corporate world, working across business, property, and private equity. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

The greatest Praia da Falésia in the Algarve

Praia da Falésia is one of the most interesting beaches on the coast. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Inflation rate slows to 3.0% in July in Portugal

The inflation rate slowed to 3.0% year-on-year in July, down from 3.2% the previous month, as per the flash estimate released by the National Statistics Institute (INE).

The Portugal News31 Jul

Comporta’s New Chapter: Where Relationships Shape Extraordinary Opportunities

The most valuable opportunities in luxury real estate rarely begin with a property.

The Portugal News31 Jul

The presence of sharks in Portugal poses no risk to swimmers

Although Portuguese territorial waters are home to various shark species, such as the blue shark, mako, hammerhead, and, further offshore, the great white shark, sightings near beaches frequented by swimmers are rare, and the risk of attacks on humans is negligible.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Americancars Algarve Returns to Faro for 13th Annual Gathering

The Algarve will once again celebrate American automotive culture this weekend as Americancars Algarve returns to Faro for its 13th edition, bringing together more than 150 American vehicles for three days of classic cars, live music and family entertainment.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Art, History and Wine: A Day Out in Estremoz

On 8 August, the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize opens in Estremoz, offering visitors the perfect opportunity to combine art, history, food and wine in one of the Alentejo's most beautiful historic towns.

The Portugal News31 Jul

A women's collective teaches earth building in the Alentejo

The Women's Natural Building Collective has its roots in the Alentejo and is run by a core group of experienced natural builders: Lola Byron, Adi Urbach and Melodie Correia. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal establishes National Vine and Wine Day, to be celebrated on 31 July

The Government has established the National Day of the Vine and Wine, to be celebrated annually on 31 July, recognising wine as a cornerstone of the Portuguese table with social, economic, cultural, religious, environmental, and landscape dimensions.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal Weekend Weather (31 July): What to Expect Across Portugal this Weekend

What does the weekend weather forecast look like?

The Portugal News31 Jul

Older Than the Last Eclipse: Taylor's Unveils VVOP White Port

As Portugal prepares for its first total solar eclipse in 114 years, Taylor's releases a Port whose oldest wines were already resting in cask the last time the Moon darkened the Portuguese skies.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal no longer competes for costs - It competes for ecosystems

For decades, a country's ability to attract international investment depended mainly on production costs. Competitive wages, tax incentives, and access to markets were enough to convince many companies to set up factories or operation centers. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

The Dream That Never Stops Chasing Us

On lace, longing and the dress that carried a story into the world.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Inequality: The Hidden Wealth of Portugal

The 2022 World Inequality Report resulted from four years intensive research of data collated by more than one hundred economists.  Its principle conclusion was that, in the 21st century, inequality in relation to both income and wealth had increased to alarming and extreme levels.   Famously, this was s

The Portugal News31 Jul

The Story of Viktoria Myr

Finding Someone You Can Trust

The Portugal News31 Jul

Algarve Hosts Its Second Neurocritical Care Conference

On 19 June 2026, more than 80 healthcare professionals gathered at the University of Algarve Medical Simulation Centre in Faro for the 2nd Algarve Neurocritical Care Conference, an event bringing together doctors, nurses, technicians and therapists from across Portugal and beyond to share knowledge on one of medicine's

The Portugal News30 Jul

Proposed changes to Portugal’s nationality law could cost economy 15.9 billion over the next decade

The proposed amendments to Portugal’s nationality law could reduce economic activity by as much as €15.9 billion over the next 10 years under a baseline scenario, reveals a study by the SJC – Association for Civic Participation and carried out by ISEG Junior Business Consulting.

The Portugal News30 Jul

IKEA’s sixth store in Portugal opened in Coimbra

On 30 July, IKEA opened a new store in Portugal at the Mondego Retail Park in the district of Coimbra.