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Portugal luxury property market seeing increased interest amid Middle East uncertainty

Rising instability in the Middle East is reportedly contributing to renewed international interest in Portugal’s luxury property... In News, Housing - 10 Jun 2026, 18:03

Lisbon Airport among the worst in the world

In News - 10 Jun 2026, 16:03

FlixBus strengthens connectivity between Portugal and Spain

In News, Travel - 10 Jun 2026, 15:33

Portugal Day 2026: Celebrating a nation at home and around the world

In News - 10 Jun 2026, 13:01

A plan to release millions of mosquitoes is under review in the US

In News - 10 Jun 2026, 12:33

Exports are falling in Portugal

In News, Business - 10 Jun 2026, 12:03

Portugal experiences shortage of affordable houses

In News, Housing - 10 Jun 2026, 11:03

Spotlight

Award-winning international estate agency helping buyers and sellers succeed in the Algarve property market

Fine & Country is far more than a traditional estate agent. In Housing, Business - 05 Jun 2026, 08:31

Is Portugal's Golden Visa the Smartest Residency by Investment Program in Europe?

As investors explore residency-by-investment options around the world, Portugal’s Golden Visa programme continues to distinguish... In Golden Visa - 04 Jun 2026, 12:38

Own property in Portugal? Why succession planning matters

For many foreign buyers, purchasing property in Portugal is much more than a financial decision. It may be a life project, a... In Housing - 08 Jun 2026, 14:54

How AI is changing patient support in healthcare

Without taking the human out of care In Health - 05 Jun 2026, 10:01

How Portugal Became Europe’s #1 New Homes Hotspot

Over the past decade, Portugal has steadily enhanced its reputation as one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for property... In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jun 2026, 13:52

International Sharing School Lisbon Welcomes Aatif Hassan

International Sharing School Lisbon recently welcomed Aatif Hassan, Founder and Chairman of Dukes Education, for a visit centred... In Education - 09 Jun 2026, 11:07

5 Reasons Affluent Families are Buying New Homes in Portugal

Portugal’s luxury property market continues to attract strong international demand, with buyers seeking modern homes in some of... In Luxury New Homes - 09 Jun 2026, 12:37

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

There are events that fill a calendar, and then there are moments that redefine an entire summer. On Saturday, 20th June, the... In Arts & Crafts, Events, Algarve - 05 Jun 2026, 07:31

Installing an EV Charger at Home? Read This Before You Choose

Many people assume that installing the most powerful charger available will automatically result in faster charging. In reality,... In Home & Garden, Environment - 05 Jun 2026, 08:01

United Lisbon Students Step Into the World of Work

Last month, students from United Lisbon International School immersed themselves in a variety of professional environments,... In Education - 05 Jun 2026, 07:01

Engel & Völkers Portimão Celebrates 8 Years of Success at Quinta dos Vales

Engel & Völkers Portimão marked its 8th anniversary with an exclusive reception held at Quinta dos Vales, bringing together... In Housing - 05 Jun 2026, 09:40

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Illegal online gambling could be worth €24 billion in Portugal

Online gambling is worth around €24 billion, and illegal online gambling could be worth "another amount," which is "a lot of... In News - 10 Jun 2026, 09:03

Portugal facing ongoing shortage of lifeguards during beach season

Portugal’s lifeguard federation has warned that the country continues to face a shortage... In News - 10 Jun 2026, 08:03

Number of asylum applications falls in Portugal

In News - 09 Jun 2026, 19:03

British passengers warned of long queues at EU airports

In News - 09 Jun 2026, 18:03

Europe is betting on robotaxis

In News - 09 Jun 2026, 17:03

Museums in Portugal nominated for European Museum of the Year

In News - 09 Jun 2026, 16:33

Primark to open new store in Portugal

In News, Business - 09 Jun 2026, 16:03

Could Burger King in Portugal and Spain be getting a new owner?

In News, Business - 09 Jun 2026, 15:33

Algarve village to be painted black and white again

In News, Events, Algarve - 09 Jun 2026, 15:03

Exclusives

Albufeira’s iconic beach lift

Check out the video! In Algarve - 10 Jun 2026, 19:01

Portugal is no longer just football and beaches

For many years, Portugal was sold to the world through two main images: football and... In Portugal, Business

Brunch & Wine, food for body and soul in the Algarve

This is a family business in the real sense of the word, where everyone is made to feel at... In Food & Drink

Portugal Day 2026: Celebrating a nation at home and around the world

In News

How Portugal Celebrates Summer: A Guide to Santos Populares

In News, Culture

Politics

Clean Economy

Scotland’s transition to a low-carbon economy is gathering pace, with new research suggesting green industries are becoming an... In Europe, World, Politics, Business - 06 Jun 2026, 11:31

Training Trades

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced Team Canada Strong, a 6 billion dollar... In North America, World, Politics - 06 Jun 2026, 09:31

40% of Portuguese see Chega supporters as a moral threat

In News - 05 Jun 2026, 16:03

Canal Activity

In South America, Politics - 30 May 2026, 16:31

Universal Care

In South America, Health, Politics - 30 May 2026, 15:31

Cultural Restitution

In Europe, Politics, Culture - 30 May 2026, 13:31

Paid Leave

In North America, Politics, Business - 30 May 2026, 10:31

EU takes steps towards fairer labour mobility

In News, Politics - 29 May 2026, 08:01

Two-thirds of Portuguese dissatisfied with the Government

In News, Politics - 22 May 2026, 11:03

Editor's Choice

Portugal Ranked Fourth in UNICEF Child Well-Being Report

In News - 01 Jun 2026, 19:03

Historic buildings attract buyers in Portugal

In News, Property - 26 May 2026, 14:14

Find the Michelin restaurants in the Algarve

In Food & Drink, Algarve - 10 May 2026, 19:03

Portugal becoming a strategic European hub for AI-ready data centres

In News, Economy - 08 May 2026, 12:03

Crime

Portugal is among the European countries that processes the most cocaine

Portugal is among the European countries that process the most cocaine, with four laboratories dismantled in 2024 and 23 tons... In News, Crime - 09 Jun 2026, 10:33

Seven people caught with fake passports at Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon

On 24 May, the PSP intercepted seven foreign nationals, including a minor, at Lisbon... In News, Crime - 25 May 2026, 11:33

Portugal bans speedboats from operating at night to prevent drug trafficking

In News, Crime - 19 May 2026, 14:33

GNR seizes four tons of hashish in the Algarve

In News, Crime - 15 May 2026, 13:33

Portugal police seized high quantity of hashish

In News, Crime - 08 May 2026, 11:03

Portugal does not have prison overcrowding

In News, Crime - 08 May 2026, 09:03

Lisbon crime rate is decreasing

In News, Crime, Lisbon - 04 May 2026, 12:03

Aiding illegal immigration crimes skyrocketed in Portugal

In News, Crime - 14 Apr 2026, 18:03

Drug trafficking network in Portugal dismantled

In News, Crime - 09 Apr 2026, 09:03

Opinion

Cops, cars, collars & chaos: The 1970s revisited

Check out the video! In Opinion, Lifestyle - 06 Jun 2026, 17:01

Sines : Energy for the Way Ahead

Data assembled by the European Union and released by the environmental watchdog ZERO on... In Opinion - 02 Jun 2026, 07:01

I would bet you have at least one of these

In Opinion - 31 May 2026, 07:01

Artificial Intelligence, a blessing or a scourge?

In Opinion - 30 May 2026, 09:31

Not so quiet on the Western Front

In Opinion - 25 May 2026, 07:01

Ever tried parking at a hospital in Portugal?

In Opinion - 23 May 2026, 08:01

Hungary: The Tide Goes Out

In Opinion, Europe, Politics - 16 May 2026, 07:01

The Way to the Stars

In Opinion - 14 May 2026, 07:01

Is the old order of British politics gone forever?

In Opinion - 12 May 2026, 12:31

Environment

Appeals for a ban on the slaughter of male chicks in Portugal

PAN has recommended that the government adopt measures to end the slaughter of male chicks in poultry production and promote the... In News, Environment - 09 Jun 2026, 14:33

Porto's Seagulls

Check out the video! In Porto & North - 09 Jun 2026, 07:31

Iberian Lynx population grew by 95%

In News, Environment - 08 Jun 2026, 11:33

Portuguese mountain range joins UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

In News, Environment - 08 Jun 2026, 09:33

Portugal university announces a clean alternative to disposable batteries

In News - 07 Jun 2026, 15:03

The new energy map in Portugal is being drawn in silence

In Portugal, Environment - 07 Jun 2026, 07:01

Portugal police calls for reporting of practices harmful to the environment

In News, Environment - 05 Jun 2026, 14:03

Farmers in Portugal are calling for wolf protection measures

In News, Environment - 05 Jun 2026, 10:03

Portugal is heavily dependent on cars

In News, Environment - 05 Jun 2026, 08:33

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COVID-19

Flu vaccination campaign close to target

Another 14,066 people were vaccinated against the flu last week, bringing the total number immunized since the start of the... In News, Portugal, COVID-19 - 01 Jan 2026, 11:05