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TAP rules out job cuts following privatisation
TAP's chairman said he does not expect Lufthansa's entry into the company's capital to result in cost reductions and, consequently, job cuts.
Portugal attracts €2 billion in property investment
Commercial property investment in Portugal reached €2 billion during the first nine months of 2026, with international investors accounting for much of the activity and retail properties attracting the largest share of capital.
Portugal bank fraud victims gain stronger protection
Banks must generally refund customers who have money stolen through unauthorised transactions, even if they believe the customer was seriously negligent, following a ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU).
Portugal, Germany sign declaration to boost defence cooperation
Portugal and Germany have signed a declaration of intent in Berlin today to strengthen defence cooperation, with projects in areas such as armaments, space, drones and military training. At a The post Portugal, Germany sign declaration to boost defence cooperation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Housing: President welcomes PM’s decision, and willingness of CHEGA and PS
In Spain for the Ibero-American summit, President of the Republic, António José Seguro, has welcomed the prime minister’s initiative and the willingness of PS and CHEGA to hold meetings on The post Housing: President welcomes PM’s decision, and willingness of CHEGA and PS appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cinema: The Cat in the Hat
Our hero takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC): to cheer Gabby and Sebastian, a pair of siblings struggling The post Cinema: The Cat in the Hat appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Fridge hacks also hit French blood banks
The incident appears to be connected to a recent wave of cyberattacks on supermarket refrigerators across Europe.
€9 million for smart water management project in Algarve
The Algarve Intermunicipal Community (AMAL) announced the approval of a project to modernise water management through smart technologies in supply networks, involving an investment of more than €9 million.
Talks underway for Trump-Xi-Putin meeting, China says
A spokesperson for China's foreign ministry said that Beijing was in communication "with relevant parties" over a potential trilateral meeting.
America votes Portugal wins
The Democrats’ sweeping victory in the US midterm elections on 3 November opens a new political chapter in Washington, bringing potential opportunities for Portugal’s tourism industry, businesses and transatlantic relationships.
Lagoa Câmara yet to fulfil its promise of funding for Carvoeiro Cat Charity
In January this year, because of the lack of response from the Lagoa Câmara, the Carvoeiro Cat Charity Associação was forced to bring to the public's attention that, despite the charity maintaining the protocol that has been in place for several years, the Lagoa Câmara failed to provide any funding during 2025 for the work that they do on behalf of the Câmara.
Portugal urges residents to prepare for earthquakes
Portugal’s Civil Protection Authority is reminding residents of the importance of knowing what to do during an earthquake, as the country prepares for its annual earthquake awareness exercise on November 5.
Lisbon mayor walks out of meeting following insinuations that he lied
Lisbon mayor Carlos Moedas walked out of a council meeting this morning after being challenged, yet again, over the figures he has given for the clearing of Rossio as a The post Lisbon mayor walks out of meeting following insinuations that he lied appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal PM to meet Chega and PS over housing crisis
The Prime Minister has announced that he will meet the leaders of Chega and the PS in São Bento on 5 November to hear their proposals on housing.
Portimão Museum marks 100 years of city’s volunteer firefighters
A new exhibition at Portimão Museum will celebrate a century of the city’s volunteer firefighters, tracing their evolution from the first organised rescue efforts of the early 20th century to The post Portimão Museum marks 100 years of city’s volunteer firefighters appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Housing minister willing to speak to protesters in Porto
Portugal’s housing minister, Miguel Pinto Luz, said today that he is willing to listen to the movements campaigning for the right to housing, but “on certain conditions”, which he feels The post Housing minister willing to speak to protesters in Porto appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Rain is returning to Portugal
After several weeks of mostly dry weather, rain may return to mainland Portugal from Friday, 6 November, with the North and Centre expected to see the first effects.
Portugal and six other countries call for simultaneous demonstrations over three days
Trade unions and tenants’ collectives from seven European countries particularly affected by the housing crisis, including Portugal, have agreed, in Paris, to call for simultaneous demonstrations on November 20, 21 The post Portugal and six other countries call for simultaneous demonstrations over three days appeared first on Portugal Resident .
FIFA praises Portugal’s World Cup 2030 preparations
FIFA has praised Portugal’s World Cup 2030 preparations, stating that they have undergone a “significant transformation” following a visit to two of the three Portuguese stadiums that are set to The post FIFA praises Portugal’s World Cup 2030 preparations appeared first on Portugal Resident .
European markets rise after US Democrats' election victory
Major European stock markets opened higher on 4 November following the Democrats' victory in the US midterm elections.
Dozens of Banco CTT clients claim their accounts have been plundered
Dozens of clients of Banco CTT (the bank run by the Post Office) have been victims of fraud, after thousands of euros were transferred from their accounts, writes Correio da The post Dozens of Banco CTT clients claim their accounts have been plundered appeared first on Portugal Resident .
European Union urges countries to help people prepare for first 72 hours of a crisis
The European Commission is urging EU countries to do more to help people prepare for emergencies, including by making sure households know how to manage during the first 72 hours of a crisis.
Douro launches international academy to train ambassadors for region
The Douro is preparing to launch an international academy aimed at training professionals around the world to understand, interpret and promote the region’s wines, gastronomy and heritage. Provisionally named the The post Douro launches international academy to train ambassadors for region appeared first on Portugal Resident .
PJ police financial director removed from post
The financial director of the PJ (Judicial Police), Álvaro Pires, has been removed from his post, the PJ confirmed in a statement today, after the national director decided not to The post PJ police financial director removed from post appeared first on Portugal Resident .