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Environmentalists urge councils to create ‘climate refuges’ as extreme heat intensifies
Environmental group Quercus is urging councils across Portugal to take advantage of a new €1 million programme to create “climate refuges” offering protection from periods of extreme heat. The organisation The post Environmentalists urge councils to create ‘climate refuges’ as extreme heat intensifies appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Pedro Pascal enjoys a taste of Portugal on holiday
Hollywood star Pedro Pascal is spending part of his summer holiday in Portugal – and appears to be making the most of the country’s food scene. The Chilean-American actor, best The post Pedro Pascal enjoys a taste of Portugal on holiday appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Europe Doesn't Need to Outgrow America to Outperform It
One comment from Rob Lucas, CEO of CVC Capital Partners, recently caught my attention.
Putin enrages Japan with trip to disputed island
The Kuril archipelago has repeatedly fueled tensions between Tokyo and Moscow.
Trump’s press secretary to depart the White House
The president said his press secretary was departing to spend more time with her family.
Portugal has to decide whether it wants to be the AI back office or create the AI economy!
Portugal has become, in recent years, a particularly competitive destination for international service centres, administrative operations and support teams of large companies.
Portugal looks to the skies for historic solar eclipse
Portugal looked to the skies on Wednesday evening (August 12, 2026) as thousands of people gathered across the country to witness one of the most eagerly awaited astronomical events in The post Portugal looks to the skies for historic solar eclipse appeared first on Portugal Resident .
‘That wasn’t my son’: Mother of Berlin Pride attacker confronts his turn to terror
In the wake of the devastating events of July 25, Abdul Ballout's mother tries to reconcile the son she knew with what authorities have established about his radicalization.
The one French politician who’s not on vacation this summer
Presidential candidate Gabriel Attal is forgoing the traditional August holiday in a desperate attempt to catch up with his rivals.
Nigel Farage paints himself as local hero in fight to win Clacton
Analysis of Reform UK’s online ads in Clacton by-election reveal a mix of anti-establishment rhetoric and more prosaic matters.
Trump sued over paid early access to Truth Social posts
The president’s social media company began offering high-speed access to his market-moving announcements for $100,000 a month in August.
The total eclipse captivated all of Portugal
Although the full effect was visible only in Bragança and along the Spanish border, the beauty of the phenomenon could be seen across the entire country.
Solar Eclipse at the Geodesical center of Portugal
On 12 August 2026, a solar eclipse was visible across Portugal.
18-year-old Portuguese student wins international space award
Portuguese student Lua Afonso has been recognised in the United States with the Anita Gale Visionary Leadership Award, following her participation in the International Space Settlement Design Competition.
Investment in Iberian agribusiness reaches 1.2 billion euros
Institutional investment in Iberian agribusiness grew by 50 percent over the past year across Portugal and Spain.
Portugal will be at the World Wellness Weekend 2026
Portugal will join the World Wellness Weekend 2026, in its 10th edition, taking place from 18 to 20 September.
Minister announces surprise police road checks for holiday weekend
Luís Neves says motorists should expect inspections without warning as authorities reinforce patrols across the country.
How Russian attacks, European protectionism and drought are trapping Ukraine’s vital grain
Kyiv wants the help of EU countries as Black Sea missile strikes choke its grain exports, but capitals fear the ire of their own farmers.
Eurovision bars countries at war or in ‘sensitive geopolitical situations’ from hosting
New rule comes amid controversy over Israel's continued participation in Europe's glitzy song contest.
Portugal’s Hobbit House sits 1,100 metres above sea level
A centuries-old stone shelter in the mountains of northern Portugal is attracting attention for its resemblance to the homes of Tolkien’s Hobbits, offering visitors the chance to stay in an unusual rural retreat surrounded by unspoilt countryside.
INE confirms slowdown in inflation to 3.0%
The inflation rate slowed to 3.0% in July year-on-year, down from 3.2% the previous month, according to data released today by the National Statistics Institute (INE), confirming the flash estimate.
Quinta do Lago golf tournament to honour Tiago Sousa
Quinta do Lago will host a memorial golf tournament on August 19 to celebrate the life and legacy of young Portuguese golfer Tiago Sousa, who died in a road accident The post Quinta do Lago golf tournament to honour Tiago Sousa appeared first on Portugal Resident .
European regulation imposes new restrictions on packaging use and design
The European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which formally entered into force in February 2025, becomes practically applicable starting 12 August 2026.
Poland rekindles Musk feud over Starlink snub
The company has not explained why Warsaw was carved out of a 30-country roaming zone.