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Port of Sines invests €1.35 million in improving port infrastructure
The Port of Sines, in the Setúbal district, will invest approximately €1.35 million in improving its infrastructure to strengthen the safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability of that infrastructure.
Portugal’s blistering summer weather gives way to wind and rain…
The weather in mainland Portugal is set to change from today, with temperatures expected to drop to 6º-7ºC, and strong winds, IPMA meteorologist Maria João Frada has told Lusa news The post Portugal’s blistering summer weather gives way to wind and rain… appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal braces for five-day disruption as public sector strike coincides with holiday
Portugal is preparing for widespread disruption on Wednesday as public sector workers stage a nationwide strike that is expected to impact schools, government offices and a wide range of public The post Portugal braces for five-day disruption as public sector strike coincides with holiday appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Today’s Portugal Weather Forecast – 02/06/2026
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Nova Mediação Imobiliária brought together the sector in the Algarve
On 28 May, the Tivoli Marina Vilamoura hosted the conference "The New Real Estate Mediation", an initiative promoted by APEMIP that brought together more than two hundred real estate professionals for an afternoon of reflection, knowledge sharing and debate on the challenges that will mark the future of the activity.
Minister missing from Mandelson files recalls ‘nightmare’ of stolen phone
Nick Thomas-Symonds said he lost personal photos and exchanges with former U.S. ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson.
The 2026 World Cup could generate up to €945 million in Portugal
The 2026 World Cup could have an economic impact of €945 million in Portugal, the largest ever for competitions that the country did not host, according to a study by the Portuguese Institute of Marketing Administration (IPAM).
Off-Grid and Entertaining in Portugal – The vines are alive! But will the young grapes survive the summer?
Our 1,000 little grape vines, which were delivered in a box at the local petrol station, were soaked in a bath of water to rehydrate and were planted over the The post Off-Grid and Entertaining in Portugal – The vines are alive! But will the young grapes survive the summer? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Albufeira businesses question legality of new nightlife rules affecting over 400 venues
More than 400 businesses in Albufeira are being affected by new municipal nightlife restrictions that came into force on Sunday, prompting the town’s commercial association to raise concerns over their The post Albufeira businesses question legality of new nightlife rules affecting over 400 venues appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Hot and humid air mass affects air operations in the Azores
A mass of warm, humid air from the Southwest is causing fog or mist that has significantly disrupted air operations in the Azores, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).
Weather is changing in Portugal and rain is coming
The weather in mainland Portugal will change from 2 June, with temperatures expected to drop 6/7 degrees Celsius and strong winds, meteorologist Maria João Frada told the Lusa news agency.
EU trade lawmakers back compromise on deal with Trump
Legislation to enact the transatlantic trade accord struck last year now goes to a final plenary vote on June 16.
Massive Russian air attack on Kyiv kills at least 12 people
Moscow launched 650 drones and 73 cruise missiles in a fresh nighttime offensive targeting the Ukrainian capital.
The echoes of Moorish legacy in the Algarve
In the heart of the Algarve, away from the coastal cliffs, stands a terracotta giant: Silves Castle.
Life after Keir – will any Labour leadership race be a coronation or contest?
What has Keir Starmer loyalist Pat McFadden really been thinking when he’s been out defending the PM? Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy discuss how the latest Peter Mandelson drop of documents makes for an awkward morning in cabinet. And they’ve been a development from Labour’s deputy leader, Lucy Powell, during a podcast recording last night. […]
Government acknowledges reasons for AIMA workers' strike
The Secretary of State for Immigration today expressed understanding for some of the reasons behind the strike by workers at the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA), but refused to create a special career path.
Sines : Energy for the Way Ahead
Data assembled by the European Union and released by the environmental watchdog ZERO on 29th May shows that the top ten industrial entities of Portugal emitted nearly nine million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) last year.
The Zest effect
Tucked into the sun-drenched charm of Praia da Luz, Zest, a family-run bistro is more than just a restaurant – it is a stage where flavour, atmosphere, and community come The post The Zest effect appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Who keeps the Russian shadow fleet afloat?
As the EU prepares to target Russia’s shadow fleet in the 21st sanctions package, we’re looking at the system that keeps these ships in business. Every one of these Russian vessels carrying sanctioned goods requires port access, crews, financial services and more to stay operational. On today’s episode, Zoya Sheftalovich and Sarah Wheaton pinpoint insurance in particular. They explain how, even though European insurers pulled away from […]
French football violence fires up far right ahead of 2027 election and World Cup
Riots fuel right-wing demands for harsher stance on immigration.
EU negotiators agree new migrant return law
Change would allow countries to send people who’ve been ordered to leave EU territory to “return hubs” outside the bloc.
Denmark’s Frederiksen announces new government after lengthy talks
The center-left leader who clashed with Donald Trump over Greenland is set to return for a third term.
Russian shadow fleet enabled by EU-linked insurers, investigators say
Brussels wants to target the network keeping Moscow’s oil moving — but the trail may lead back to Europe.
The Social Sunset Hub of Graça in Lisbon
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