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The Portugal News5d ago

Fairy tales – do come true!

“For some of our abandonments, it certainly is furry tails…” Jenny laughs.

The Portugal News5d ago

Nekso Ferragudo: Michelin-level dining for just €90

Two young chefs, one shared dream and an extraordinary nine-course experience.

The Portugal News5d ago

AI technology transforms historical archive research

Artificial intelligence is helping researchers decipher historical documents that have remained unreadable for centuries. 

The Portugal News5d ago

When There’s Nowhere Else to Turn

I decided to come to Portugal from Germany, partly to rekindle memories of the beautiful Algarve, but mainly because I was running from an abusive partner.

The Portugal News5d ago

Solar paving offers new way to power homes

European households are turning driveways and patios into solar installations as high electricity and gas prices encourage interest in renewable power. 

The Portugal News5d ago

Azores is investing in climate resilience

The Regional Government of the Azores will invest approximately 20 million euros by 2030, through the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, to strengthen the region’s resilience to climate change, the Azorean executive announced.

The Portugal News5d ago

New diaper recycling scheme introduced

Copenhagen has begun introducing separate collection bins for used diapers in residential courtyards and municipal daycare centres. 

The Portugal News5d ago

A €10 million palace, then Portugal’s lights went out

Billy Nash was about an hour into filming a restored palace in Sintra when the lights went out.

The Portugal News5d ago

New investment scheme offers tax exemptions

Spain has approved a new investment account, Financia Europa, allowing residents to invest up to €150,000 with tax advantages. 

The Portugal News5d ago

Who Controls the Data Controls Part of the Economy!

For many years we have become accustomed to thinking about large strategic infrastructures such as ports, airports, roads, electricity grids or telecommunications. Today we need to add others: data centres, cloud, computing capacity and the networks through which an increasingly important raw material for the economy,

The Portugal News5d ago

New EU rules could restrict deepfakes

The Socialists and Democrats group in the European Parliament is pushing for EU-wide legislation to ban harmful, non-consensual and deceptive deepfakes. 

The Portugal News5d ago

My Wheelchair Journey

It has some rocky areas.

The Portugal News6d ago

What is Death Telling Us About Life Podcast? With Cristiana Vaz Franco

Death is a subject our modern society spends most of its energy running away from.

The Portugal News6d ago

Great places to eat in the Algarve

One of the things I love about living in the Algarve is the number of great restaurants we have here. Whether you are looking for a restaurant right on the beach, somewhere with beautiful views or a small family-run place serving traditional Portuguese food, there are so many options to choose from.

The Portugal News6d ago

Record participation in annual bird competition

New Zealand’s critically endangered black robin has been named Bird of the Year, highlighting a successful conservation effort. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Housing similarities with an American state

People often compare California to Portugal: the climate, the coastline, the beautifully hilly cities - but another, perhaps less glamorous but important similarity exists – the rising cost of housing. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Swiss currency strengthens against major currencies

The Swiss franc has regained its position as a safe-haven currency, strengthening against both the euro and the US dollar. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Your Guide to Autumn in the Algarve

Summer is over, the busiest tourist months are behind us, and some places around the Algarve are starting to feel much quieter. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Russia and Ukraine prepare for renewed negotiations

Russia has expressed readiness to resume three-way negotiations with the United States and Ukraine in November, according to the Kremlin. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Restaurants in Portugal showcasing the best of local traditions in Portalegre

Six restaurants in the municipality of Avis, in the district of Portalegre, are taking part in a gastronomic trail this November—an initiative promoted by the local council and dedicated to “showcasing the flavours and traditions” of the local cuisine.

The Portugal News6d ago

Millions participate in nationwide planting campaign

Ethiopia has planted more than 47 billion tree seedlings over seven years as part of a nationwide effort to restore forests and combat land degradation. 

The Portugal News6d ago

€100,000 to be invested in Portugal forest

The environmental organisation WWF is restoring 25 hectares of the Valado National Forest in the municipality of Nazaré through a €100,000 investment to recover an area affected by the storm “Kristin.”

The Portugal News6d ago

Panama Canal expands shipping capacity

The Panama Canal recorded increased shipping traffic, cargo volumes and revenue in 2026, despite concerns over water shortages linked to El Niño. 

The Portugal News6d ago

Petrol prices keep on decreasing

During the week between 2 and 8 November, diesel prices may increase, while petrol may decrease.