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Over 400 firefighters battle Torre de Moncorvo wildfire

More than 400 firefighters are battling a wildfire with three active fronts in the Bragança district, as difficult terrain and worsening weather complicate operations. The fire broke out in Torre The post Over 400 firefighters battle Torre de Moncorvo wildfire appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Andy Burnham ‘not embarrassed’ by exchange with Trump aide impersonator

The British PM said “nothing of consequence” was discussed during the interaction.

More than 300 swimmers take part in Lagoa open water race

More than 300 swimmers took to the water at Praia Grande in Ferragudo for the 23rd edition of the Prova de Mar de Lagoa – Jorge Lamy.

Viceroy at Ombria Algarve receives Biosphere Certification for sustainable tourism

The Viceroy at Ombria Algarve has received the Biosphere Certified seal, a well-known international certification for sustainable tourism.

From Comporta to Cascais: Where International Buyers Are Choosing to Live in Portugal

The announcement of Park Hyatt in Comporta has done more than bring another major international hospitality brand to Portugal.

Morgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party

Algarve wine estate Morgado do Quintão, located between Lagoa and Silves, will celebrate 10 years since the release of its first wines with a full-day Open House event in its The post Morgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party appeared first on Portugal Resident .

France probes disinfo campaigns targeting 2027 election candidates

Presidential contenders Edouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal were purportedly targeted by Russia-affiliated networks this summer.

Portugal Weather Today (18 August): What does the weather across Portugal look like today?

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State’s return to REN could help lower electricity bills, says PM

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has said the Portuguese State’s return as a shareholder in national energy grid operator REN could help reduce electricity costs, although he stressed that the acquisition The post State’s return to REN could help lower electricity bills, says PM appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Argentine pianist Noelia Sinkunas brings intimate concert to Portimão

Award-winning Argentine pianist and composer Noelia Sinkunas will perform in Portimão on August 22 as part of the Melchior Sessions series of intimate concerts. The concert takes place at 5.30pm The post Argentine pianist Noelia Sinkunas brings intimate concert to Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Ferragudo celebrates 506 years with three-day festival

Ferragudo will celebrate the 506th anniversary of its foundation with three days of live music, food stalls and entertainment in the centre of the Algarve village. The festivities run from The post Ferragudo celebrates 506 years with three-day festival appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Beach accessibility in Portugal improves, but barriers remain

A third of beaches in Portugal are accessible to people with reduced mobility. Although this number has increased, it is still described as inadequate.

Young artists take centre stage in Estremoz

Estremoz provided a fitting setting for the opening of the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize, bringing together some of Portugal’s most promising young artists in an afternoon celebrating creativity, The post Young artists take centre stage in Estremoz appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Free street magic festival returns to Lisbon with 175 shows

Lisbon is once again becoming an open-air stage for illusionists and magicians as the Lisboa Mágica street magic festival returns this Tuesday, August 18. The 14th edition of the festival The post Free street magic festival returns to Lisbon with 175 shows appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Serralves lights up Porto summer nights

Porto’s Serralves Foundation is offering visitors a combination of art, illuminated gardens and discounted evening admission this summer, with its popular Serralves em Luz returning for a fourth edition. This The post Serralves lights up Porto summer nights appeared first on Portugal Resident .

I love this land...

Walking through the lava fields and enjoying the orchestra of birds at sunset.

Olhão Seafood Festival attracts around 50,000 visitors

Around 50,000 people attended the 38th Olhão Seafood Festival, which ended on Saturday, August 15, after six days of food and live music beside the Ria Formosa. The attendance figure The post Olhão Seafood Festival attracts around 50,000 visitors appeared first on Portugal Resident .

New Italian restaurant opens in the Algarve

A new Italian dining concept has opened in the Algarve, bringing a taste of Italy to the Salgados area of Albufeira.

Train sculpture unveiled near Loulé station

A new train sculpture has been unveiled beside the Loulé/Praia de Quarteira train station in tribute to the railway’s long-standing presence in the municipality. Created by local design and graphics The post Train sculpture unveiled near Loulé station appeared first on Portugal Resident .

How Software Shortcuts Are Helping iGaming Businesses Thrive In Portugal

Portugal’s online gambling market has moved from a side channel into a regulated digital business with serious numbers attached. The Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos, or SRIJ, said online gaming and betting revenue rose 13.7% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, according to its June 2026 activity update. That growth puts more pressure on operators to launch products that work across phones, payments, odds, casino games and player checks.

Zoomarine turtle recovery aids marine science

The remarkable recovery of a 300kg leatherback turtle rescued off the Algarve coast has become the subject of a scientific study that could help improve the rehabilitation of one of The post Zoomarine turtle recovery aids marine science appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal ranks eighth in global expat survey

Portugal has been ranked eighth out of 31 destinations in the 2026 Expat Insider survey, with foreign residents praising its affordability, safety and quality of life. The country performed particularly The post Portugal ranks eighth in global expat survey appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Long-Term Resident Status in Portugal: integration and mobility within the European Union

Arising from the transposition of Council Directive 2003/109/EC into Portuguese law, this status aims to promote the long-term integration of third-country nationals by granting them enhanced rights while facilitating their The post Long-Term Resident Status in Portugal: integration and mobility within the European Union appeared first on Portugal Resident .

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