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EU Commission to probe supermarket cyberattacks
Europe’s food security is not at risk, but a wave of cyberattacks is raising concerns about supply chain resilience, Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen warned.
TAP flight makes emergency landing in France due to smoking e-cigarette
A Lisbon-to-Stockholm service was diverted to Nantes after an electronic cigarette reportedly overheated and released smoke in the cabin, and the aircraft continued its journey after safety checks, with no injuries reported.
Mistral CEO: Europe faces ‘complete trap’ without frontier AI
Arthur Mensch tells POLITICO the continent needs a European strategy on AI.
Streeting has ‘total confidence’ UK will hit defense spending target
U.K. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting hit back at claims his party was not ramping up military spending.
Faro secures 85% funding for €15 million flood prevention plan
Faro’s long-awaited €15 million stormwater drainage plan has secured 85% funding through the government’s Sustentável 2030 programme, in a major step towards tackling recurrent urban flooding in the city. The The post Faro secures 85% funding for €15 million flood prevention plan appeared first on Portugal Resident .
LG faces legal action in Portugal over alleged spying through smart TVs
Citizens Voice is taking LG to court over claims that some televisions can capture audio inside homes, with FNAC and Worten also named in the proceedings.
Portugal recorded 1.57 million immigrants in 4 years
A major revision of official data by the National Statistics Institute (INE) has revealed that Portugal recorded more than 1.57 million immigration movements between 2021 and 2024, almost 944,000 more than previously estimated.
Hollywood star Jeremy Allen White visits Lisbon
Jeremy Allen White, the actor known for starring in The Bear and Shameless (US version), visited Lisbon and purchased items from Bordalo Pinheiro.
Lisbon Prepares to Host the Wealth & Migration Summit: What’s on the Agenda
Shaping how international families live, invest, and plan for their future
Ando Living Comporta Villas opens private retreat in Alentejo
In the pine forests and sandy beaches of the Alentejo coast, Ando Living Comporta Villas brings a new way of experiencing Comporta.
Lufthansa offers to buy entire stake in TAP
Despite the partial sale being scheduled for signing on 3 November, Lufthansa and the Portuguese Government are already discussing a full acquisition of TAP.
New Continente supermarket opens in Quarteira
A new Continente Bom Dia supermarket will open in Quarteira on Tuesday, November 3 at 8am, expanding the brand’s presence in the Algarve municipality of Loulé. The store, located at The post New Continente supermarket opens in Quarteira appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Associations band together to save Alcácer do Sal from water-guzzling intensive agriculture
Three months after being approved by environmental authorities (after three failed attempts), the intensive tangerine production project planned for the Murta and Monte Novo estates, in Alcácer do Sal, is The post Associations band together to save Alcácer do Sal from water-guzzling intensive agriculture appeared first on Portugal Resident .
New direct flights between Lisbon and Prague
Travelling between Portugal and the Czech Republic has become a little easier, with airline Smartwings launching a new direct connection between Lisbon and Prague.
Portugal Defence Minister targeted by WhatsApp hacker
Defence Minister Nuno Melo has revealed that a cyberattack targeted his mobile phone, allowing the attacker to use his number to send messages in his name.
Scottish buyers set their sights on Porto and Northern Portugal
Scottish property buyers interested in Portugal are looking beyond the country’s traditional hotspots of the Algarve and Lisbon. Their strong interest in the northern city of Porto and rural Northern The post Scottish buyers set their sights on Porto and Northern Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Travellers warned of scams ahead of ETIAS launch
Fraudulent websites are charging travellers for applications to the European Union’s new travel authorisation system, which is not yet operational.
Fine & Country Portugal named best real estate marketing brand
During the International Property Awards 2026, Fine & Country Portugal won the “Best Real Estate Marketing Portugal” award.
State, Peru boost cooperation against international criminal networks
Portugal and Peru have strengthened their cooperation in the fight against international criminal networks with the signing of a strategic port agreement, their respective ministers of foreign affairs announced today The post State, Peru boost cooperation against international criminal networks appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Housing, investment and medical tourism shape debate on Algarve’s future
Housing pressure, investment, renewable energy, education and medical tourism were among the issues put under the spotlight at a debate on the future of the Algarve held in Ferragudo on The post Housing, investment and medical tourism shape debate on Algarve’s future appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Brazilians who moved to Portugal and decided to return at record level
The number of Brazilians who moved to Portugal and decided to return is at a new level – exceeding figures recorded in the last two years, mainly because of economic The post Brazilians who moved to Portugal and decided to return at record level appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Sporting's Latest Coaching Drama Raises Questions About Old Instability Problems
Just when it seemed things could not become any stranger at Sporting CP, the club has once again found itself at the centre of controversy.
Futurionex Customer Support and Withdrawals: How Smoothly They Work Directly Affects Whether I Keep Using the Platform
As an experienced trader, there are two things I always need to try when using a trading platform.
Average monthly mortgage payments hit record high in Portugal
The average monthly payment on mortgages for permanent home ownership reached €450 in September, the highest figure since records began in 2018, and 9% higher year-on-year, according to the Bank of Portugal (BdP).