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Camping meets astrology in Portugal for the fifth edition of Star Camp in Fafe

The organisation Counting Stars, a project specialising in astronomical experiences, invites camping lovers to the fifth edition... In News - 17 Jul 2026, 15:03

Median housing price rises 16.8% in 2025 in Portugal

In News, Housing - 17 Jul 2026, 14:33

Six Portuguese cafés named among Europe’s best

In News, Food & Drink - 17 Jul 2026, 14:03

First Night of Faro Motorcycle Rally Celebrates Portuguese Music

In Music - 17 Jul 2026, 13:31

House sales in Portugal in 2025 reach a record of over €40 billion

In News, Housing - 17 Jul 2026, 12:33

JYSK to invest €60 million as it expands across Portugal and Spain

In News, Business - 17 Jul 2026, 12:03

TVDE drivers could face Portuguese language requirement under new rules

In News - 10 Jul 2026, 17:33


Amendments to the Portugal Nationality Law double redemptions in "Golden Visa" funds

In News - 26 Jun 2026, 17:03


Lisbon continues to attract millionaires

In News, Housing - 10 Jul 2026, 18:03


More than 1,200 foreign residents file complaint over Portugal Nationality Law changes

In News - 26 Jun 2026, 12:03


Portugal amends rental laws to ease the housing crisis

In News, Housing - 10 Jul 2026, 16:03


IUC payment dates to change from 2027

In News - 10 Jul 2026, 17:03


An extra bedroom becomes one of Portugal biggest housing expenses

In News, Housing - 10 Jul 2026, 15:03



Portugal to review foreign investment rules

In News, Business - 12 Jul 2026, 11:03


New cultural spaces to be built in Portugal

In News - 12 Jul 2026, 13:03

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The "El Niño" weather phenomenon has already begun and will last until 2027

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AIMA to include automatic NISS assignment starting in late July

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The Portugal News launches the Portugal Handbook

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 17:31

Portugal Oeste Region becomes an increasingly popular alternative to Lisbon

In News, Housing - 16 Jul 2026, 15:03

Portugal beach ownership petition submitted to Parliament

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 19:03

Desert dust is increasing in Europe

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 18:33

Portugal remains among EU countries with highest VAT rates

In News, Economy - 16 Jul 2026, 19:33

Wife recalls terrifying moment husband was nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane window

In News - 16 Jul 2026, 17:03

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Milena Cassani to represent Algarve in Miss Portugal final

Representing the Algarve, Milena Cassani is preparing to compete in the National Final of... In Algarve - 17 Jul 2026, 11:31

Showers to Linger Before Summer Heat Returns Across Portugal

After a spell of unsettled weather in parts of the country, Portugal is expected to move... In News - 17 Jul 2026, 11:03

Ayrton Senna and Nelson Piquet's cars on display in Portugal at the Caramulo Museum

Around 30 Formula 1 cars, including the legendary cars driven by Ayrton Senna and Nelson... In News - 17 Jul 2026, 10:03

Study highlights inequalities in the social protection of immigrants in Portugal

Portugal's lack of social protection agreements with countries in South Asia is generating... In News - 17 Jul 2026, 09:40

Hotel investment in Portugal rises 82%

Hotel investment in Portugal rose 82% in the first half of the year, to €512 million. In News, Housing, Tourism - 17 Jul 2026, 09:03

Portugal Weekend Weather (17 July): What to Expect Across the Country

Check out the full forecast below. In News - 17 Jul 2026, 08:01

When a logistics park can also be a power plant

There are investments that should be analysed for what they represent today and others... In Business - 17 Jul 2026, 07:01

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally Begins with a Strong Opening Day

The 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally (Concentração Internacional de Motos de... In News - 16 Jul 2026, 20:05

Teachers, parents and students protest over Portugal national exam system

In News, Education - 16 Jul 2026, 19:03

Calls for expanding climate shelters in Portugal due to intensifying heatwaves

In News, Environment - 16 Jul 2026, 18:33

Historic Faial school in Portugal begins a new chapter as a luxury hotel

In News - 16 Jul 2026, 18:03

Thousands of people expected in Faro for the 44th edition of the Motorcycle Rally

In News - 16 Jul 2026, 16:33

Portugal first surf park opens bookings ahead of December launch

In News, Sport - 16 Jul 2026, 16:03

Areínho Beach in northern Portugal closed for swimming due to microbiological contamination

In News - 16 Jul 2026, 15:33

Portuguese tennis player Francisco Cabral qualifies for the semifinals of the Bastad doubles tournament

In News, Sport - 16 Jul 2026, 14:33

Demand for rooms to rent in Portugal rises 45%

In News, Housing - 16 Jul 2026, 14:03

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Portuguese people are travelling more than ever but cutting spending due to inflation

Residents of Portugal showed a strong desire to travel throughout 2025 but adjusted their spending to the economic reality. In News - 16 Jul 2026, 14:03

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally (Concentração Internacional de Motos de... In News - 16 Jul 2026, 13:31


Lisbon Castle launches night tours to discover its hidden bat population

In News - 16 Jul 2026, 12:03


Tickets for the World Cup final range from €6,130 to €34,100

In News, Sport - 16 Jul 2026, 11:47

The Portugal News logo Exclusives

First Night of Faro Motorcycle Rally Celebrates Portuguese Music

The 44th edition of the Faro Motorcycle Rally got underway on Thursday evening with a vibrant celebration of Portuguese music,... In Music - 17 Jul 2026, 13:31

Milena Cassani to represent Algarve in Miss Portugal final

Representing the Algarve, Milena Cassani is preparing to compete in the National Final of... In Algarve

Portugal Weekend Weather (17 July): What to Expect Across the Country

Check out the full forecast below. In News

When a logistics park can also be a power plant

In Business

44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally Begins with a Strong Opening Day

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Education

CJD celebrates Family Day with youngest learners and their families

Colégio Júlio Dinis International School recently celebrated its Family Day, a special event dedicated to its youngest students... In Education - 14 Jun 2026, 18:49

International Sharing School Lisbon Welcomes Aatif Hassan

International Sharing School Lisbon recently welcomed Aatif Hassan, Founder and Chairman... In Education - 09 Jun 2026, 11:07

United Lisbon Students Step Into the World of Work

In Education - 05 Jun 2026, 07:01


Advice from United Lisbon International School’s Guidance Counsellor Before Starting University

In Education - 03 Jun 2026, 13:29


How Do We Know What We Know? United Lisbon International School Hosts Annual TOK Exhibition

In Education - 27 May 2026, 13:02

Editor's Choice

The Portugal News launches the Portugal Handbook

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 17:31

Historic Estoril summer house in Portugal transformed into €6.95 million luxury home

In News, Housing - 13 Jul 2026, 16:03

Portugal in top 30 wealthiest countries

In News, Economy - 01 Jul 2026, 17:03

Fábrica do Inglês Cork Museum reopens in the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 23 Jun 2026, 15:33

Learning

Forbes 30 Under 30 recognises Gonçalo Santos on a journey that began in Madeira and now reaches the Algarve

Gonçalo Santos has been recognised in the 2026 edition of Forbes Portugal’s 30 Under 30, recognising young leaders making a... In Learning - 13 Jul 2026, 10:19

The Surprising Portuguese Origins of Words You Didn’t Know

Words have a funny way of carrying history with them.  In Curiosity - 12 Jul 2026, 14:01

Portuguese university has a new rector

In News - 12 Jul 2026, 07:03


18 Portuguese schools recognised in Lidl programme promoting healthy and sustainable eating

In News, Learning - 10 Jul 2026, 10:03


Portugal will have a new university

In News, Education - 09 Jul 2026, 10:03

Property

Libertas Group Launches Pre-Sales for UNIQUE Albufeira

New private condominium will be the first development in the Algarve to benefit from the new VAT reduction for primary residences In Property - 16 Jul 2026, 10:37

The first speciality coffee has arrived at Apolónia Supermarkets

Apolónia Supermarkets has just expanded its range of premium products with the arrival of... In Property - 16 Jul 2026, 10:37

Portugal

Terrace Restaurant — a Green Oasis in Parque das Nações, Lisbon

Summer in Lisbon has a special kind of energy, and nowhere does it shine brighter than at Terrace Restaurant in Parque das... In Food & Drink, Business, Lisbon - 17 Jul 2026, 07:01

Portugal Weather Today (16 July): Latest Forecast & Regional Outlook

Check out the full forecast below, In News - 16 Jul 2026, 08:01

Festival F brings contemporary Portuguese music to the Algarve

In News, Algarve - 15 Jul 2026, 16:33


Algarve makes an additional €20 million available to boost water efficiency

In News, Algarve - 15 Jul 2026, 14:33


Porto and Airbnb advocate for new tourism governance at a conference in the city

In News, Tourism - 15 Jul 2026, 13:03

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World

The Tomorrowland Festival returns to Belgium with a stronger Portuguese presence

Tomorrowland, one of the world’s biggest electronic music festivals, returns this weekend to Boom, Belgium, for its 21st... In News - 16 Jul 2026, 10:33

US companies remain confident in Portugal despite global uncertainty

A new survey finds American businesses continue to view Portugal as an attractive place to... In News, Business - 15 Jul 2026, 13:34

Algarve Takes Centre Stage in New York Tourism Showcase

In News - 15 Jul 2026, 13:33


Portugal proposes adding Russia and Vietnam to tax haven list

In News, Business - 14 Jul 2026, 16:03


Gibraltar to remove border controls with Spain in landmark Post-Brexit agreement

In News - 14 Jul 2026, 14:33

Business

"We Want to Bring the CUF Healthcare Network Closer to People and the Communities We Serve"

Pedro Bastos, Chief Executive Officer of CUF Healthcare Units in the Algarve, Alentejo and Madeira.  In Health - 17 Jul 2026, 09:01

A Page From Peter Thiel’s Playbook; Why the Golden Visa Is A Valuable Option

When Peter Thiel reportedly began spending more time in Argentina, bought a home in Buenos... In Business - 16 Jul 2026, 13:03

Greenvolt is already helping to build the Europe of the future

In Business - 16 Jul 2026, 07:01


3 Things I Learned in One Day at The Portugal News

In Portugal - 14 Jul 2026, 17:31


Portugal Visas

Moving to Portugal Made Simple: Why Trusted Partners Matter

Relocating to a new country can be an exciting opportunity, but it also brings a range of challenges that require careful planning... In Portugal Visas - 12 Jun 2026, 16:56

Portuguese cities lead the way for family-friendly living in Europe

Lisbon and Porto have secured leading positions in a recent survey of Europe’s most... In Portugal Visas - 30 Apr 2026, 12:08

Why Families Are Relocating to Portugal — Safety, Schools & Lifestyle Explained

In Portugal Visas - 16 Apr 2026, 11:15


International student numbers surge in Portugal

In Portugal Visas - 23 Oct 2025, 10:31


British interest in relocating to Portugal surges ahead of UK tax changes

In Portugal Visas - 14 Oct 2025, 16:34

Invest

Can Foreign Buyers Get a Mortgage in Portugal? Here’s What You Need to Know

Portugal continues to attract buyers from around the world, but navigating a different banking system can feel daunting. The good... In Invest - 14 Jul 2026, 12:09

How investor’s demand is reshapping Alcácer do Sal

From overlooked inland town to emerging coastal alternative, Alcácer is attracting a new... In Invest - 08 Jun 2026, 16:06

Lisbon's Most Exciting New Address Is Across the River

In Invest - 17 Apr 2026, 09:40


Portugal Approves National Data Centre Plan

In Invest - 15 Apr 2026, 11:40


Portugal as a Safe Haven for Capital Allocation

In Invest - 13 Apr 2026, 13:35

Housing

European Union urges Portugal to step up action on housing and healthcare

The Council of the European Union has urged Portugal to increase investment in affordable housing and improve access to healthcare... In News, Housing, Health - 15 Jul 2026, 18:03

37-Hectare Island in Ria de Aveiro Goes to Auction for €750,000

A 37-hectare island in the Ria de Aveiro has been placed on the market through an online... In News, Housing - 14 Jul 2026, 17:03

These are the 25 cheapest municipalities to buy a home in Portugal

In News, Housing - 14 Jul 2026, 15:03


Buying a detached house in Portugal can be cheaper than buying a flat

In News, Housing - 13 Jul 2026, 17:33


The real housing problem is that Portugal no longer speaks the same language

In Housing - 12 Jul 2026, 18:01

Sustainability

Ekōgaio is helping regenerate Portuguese landscapes from its hub near Tomar

Ekōgaio takes its name from the Eurasian jay (gaio in Portuguese), one of nature’s great forest gardeners.  In Sustainability - 17 Jul 2026, 10:01

Portuguese scientists call for urgent reclassification of the Iberian rabbit to halt extinction

An international scientific study concluded that the Iberian Peninsula is home to two... In News, Sustainability , Environment - 13 Jul 2026, 12:33


You are not buying a house, you are buying a village

In Sustainability - 10 Jul 2026, 08:01


Residency by Investment

Keranis Residences: A Landmark Reborn

Commencement of Redevelopment Works at the Historic Keranis Building In Residency by Investment - 16 Jun 2026, 10:50

Stable Growth Keeps Portugal on the Radar of Global Investors

Economic growth forecasts for 2026 and continued hospitality investment underline... In Residency by Investment - 15 Jan 2026, 16:35

How Mercan Properties Is Helping Transform Local Regions in Portugal

In Residency by Investment - 03 Dec 2025, 11:15


Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel Named One of the “TOP 100 of the World” for Sustainability

In Residency by Investment - 18 Nov 2025, 11:06


Luxury New Homes

Portugal's property market shows no signs of slowing, report reveals

Portugal continues to outperform the wider EU, UK and US property markets, according to the newly published Property Market-Index... In Luxury New Homes - 14 Jul 2026, 09:31

International buyers set sights on Portugal's Alentejo

A region once associated primarily with cork forests and an unhurried rural way of life is... In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jul 2026, 17:40

Inside the luxury new homes market of Estoril, Portugal’s historic riviera town

In Luxury New Homes - 01 Jul 2026, 12:57


Lagos sees rising demand for luxury new homes

In Luxury New Homes - 24 Jun 2026, 13:21


How Portugal Became Europe’s #1 New Homes Hotspot

In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jun 2026, 13:52

Arts

Art Teachers from Around the World

Every culture has shaped clay differently, and every tradition reflects a different way of seeing the world. At Algarve Arts... In Arts - 16 Jul 2026, 10:16

All Senses Night: An Intimate Evening of Wine, Art & Live Harp

Algarve Arts Academy, Saturday 20th June, 18:30–21:30 In Arts, Arts & Culture - 16 Jun 2026, 12:03

The Symphony of the Soul: Why the Harp is the Heartbeat of Algarve’s Most Exclusive Evening

In Arts, Events, Algarve - 05 Jun 2026, 07:31


All Senses Night: An Intimate Evening of Wine, Art & Live Harp

In Arts - 29 May 2026, 07:31


Where Sip & Paint Meets Art History

In Arts, Events - 22 May 2026, 09:01

Portugal Handbook

A Guide to the Great Stages of the Countryside: 5 Unmissable Summer Festivals in the District of Viseu

When people think about summer festivals in Portugal, they often picture the coast or big cities.  In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:24

A Guide to Driving in Portugal: Everything You Need to Know Before You Hit the Road

Portugal consistently ranks among Europe's most beautiful countries to explore by car.... In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:15


What are dry thunderstorms and why are they common in Portugal?

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:05


Understanding Portugal’s Heatwaves, Nortada and Levante Winds

In Portugal Handbook - 15 Jul 2026, 10:02

Other News

How to stop veg bolting in the summer heat

Crops will become tough and bitter if you let them run to seed prematurely. In Lifestyle - 17 Jul 2026, 10:54

Discovering Tomorrow's Artists Today

As public voting continues for the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize, visitors... In Arts & Culture - 17 Jul 2026, 08:01

6 savvy tips for designing your dream kitchen

Interior design expert Julia Kendell, for the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, on how... In Home & Garden - 16 Jul 2026, 15:43

Juromenha Fortress in Portugal to host free stargazing event at the end of July

Observing the summer night sky is always an enriching experience when done away from major... In News - 16 Jul 2026, 11:03

Alentejo Litoral dethrones the Algarve as the preferred destination for Portuguese

Portuguese travellers plan to spend, on average, 750 euros per person on their summer... In News, Tourism - 16 Jul 2026, 10:03

Infarmed orders the withdrawal of Perfect Skin SPF 50 sunscreen from the market

Infarmed has ordered the withdrawal of "Perfect Skin SPF 50" sunscreen from the market... In News, Health - 16 Jul 2026, 09:03

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