The Portugal News6d agoSeven expedition vessels visit Montevideo port
Montevideo welcomed seven polar expedition ships at the start of the Antarctic season, strengthening Uruguay’s role as a departure and preparation point for voyages to Antarctica.
The Portugal News6d agoA bit of pub talk
Many beloved British boozers could be forced to call-time once and for all as energy prices are set to soar again this winter.
The Portugal News6d agoSatellite data reveals historic Amazon record
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen to its lowest level since satellite records began in 1988, according to government data.
The Portugal News6d agoPortugal biomethane unit under public consultation
A project for a biomethane production facility in Ferreira do Alentejo—with the capacity to process nearly 70,000 tonnes of organic waste annually, including cattle manure and olive pomace—is currently under public consultation.
The Portugal News6d agoSpace agencies collaborate on historic Mars mission
Japan has launched a spacecraft towards Mars on a five-year mission to collect the first-ever soil samples from its moons.
The Portugal News6d agoThe Future of Cities Is Also in What We Have Already Built
When we discuss the future of Portuguese cities, attention is often focused on the need to build more housing, develop new urbanisations and create infrastructure.
The Portugal News6d agoNew study examines social engagement and cognition
A study led by researchers at China’s Shandong University has found that social activities in older age are associated with improved memory and cognitive function.
The Portugal News6d agoA 7-day city break - and we didn't even scratch the surface...
Why? Well, that's easy. Istanbul is, quite simply, huge!
The Portugal News6d agoMetro serves millions of passengers
Taipei has been ranked the world’s best city for public transport in 2026, according to a Time Out survey of more than 24,000 residents worldwide.
The Portugal News6d agoDon’t throw away your Halloween Pumpkin
Halloween may be all about spooky faces and glowing pumpkins, but once the costumes are packed away and the sweets have disappeared, what happens to that pumpkin sitting on your doorstep?
The Portugal News6d agoMystery Batman attracts thousands of followers
A mysterious man dressed as Batman has been helping London residents by distributing fuel vouchers, paying hospital parking fines and repairing potholes.
The Portugal News6d agoCarris in Lisbon reaches 100 million passengers
The number of passengers Carris transported grew by 3.5% in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period last year, with more than 100 million people travelling on the Lisbon municipal transport company’s network, the operator announced.
The Portugal News6d agoMeta found responsible for millions of violations
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading users about its data privacy practices.
The Portugal News30 OctHave you ever wondered what these baskets were for?
Have you ever noticed these large traditional woven baskets outside the Portimão Museum, right beside the Arade River?
The Portugal News30 OctShein and Temu purchases face new European Union handling fee
Online shoppers using platforms based outside the European Union (EU), such as Shein and Temu, will face a new fee from 1 November.
The Portugal News30 OctLuís Montenegro reaffirms implementation of €10 billion housing plan
Luís Montenegro said on 29 October in the municipality of Sátão that his government would move quickly to implement a strategic plan for Portugal’s housing sector, a plan that will see a total investment of €10 billion, combining public and private funds.
The Portugal News30 OctPortugal approves income tax cuts for three million families
The government has approved reductions to personal income tax rates and new regulations for obtaining Portuguese nationality.
The Portugal News30 OctAIMA marks three years in Portugal
Portugal’s immigration agency is entering its fourth year with thousands of cases still awaiting court decisions, despite a major effort to clear the administrative backlog inherited from the former service.
The Portugal News30 OctWhy the Algarve Real Estate Summit 2026 Is an Event You Shouldn't Miss
One region. Different industries. Countless opportunities to connect, learn and grow.
The Portugal News30 OctThe Wonder of Panto in Wonderland
As many Brits will know, the run-up to Christmas is panto season: a particularly British entertainment derived from ribald musical comedy and plots adapted from beloved books or fairy stories
The Portugal News30 OctMontenegro responds to Portugal’s housing protests
The Prime Minister says the government is addressing the housing crisis but warns that a decade of underinvestment cannot be reversed in months.
The Portugal News30 OctAlgarve Christmas fair to raise funds for Soup Kitchen
A Christmas Fair in Parchal will raise money for Portimão Soup Kitchen, which provides meals for up to 200 people three times a week through donations and volunteer support.
The Portugal News30 OctCosta Cruises launches new winter itinerary to Portugal
Costa Cruises is launching a new winter itinerary in November 2026, operating until March 2027, linking the Canaries to Madeira on the Costa Smeralda.