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Algarve tourism boss confirms advanced talks for return of Dakar Rally in 2027
The Dakar Rally’s reported return to the Algarve in 2027 is now “well on track”, with the region’s tourism chief saying only official confirmation appears to be missing. André Gomes, The post Algarve tourism boss confirms advanced talks for return of Dakar Rally in 2027 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal leads the ranking of the best wedding destinations
Portugal ranked No. 1 in a new DressPreservation.com study ranking 27 EU countries to find the best places to get married
Portugal commits €5 million to Iberian lynx plan
Portugal will be investing €5 million in Iberian lynx conservation between 2026 and 2030 as part of a new action plan approved by the Government
Housing investment to fall 63.5% as PRR funding ends
Planned investment under the government’s ‘Construir Portugal’ housing programme will fall by almost two-thirds next year as European recovery funding ends — against a backdrop of protests over housing shortages The post Housing investment to fall 63.5% as PRR funding ends appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Belgium postpones terrace smoking ban
The delay is to allow enough time for restaurants to adjust to the new rules.
Von der Leyen’s big Commission shake-up moves a step closer
External advisers have delivered their assessment of the EU executive's future — but major restructuring decisions are still some way off.
Sleepless nights for village close to ETAR (water treatment plant)
For the last five months, the 20 or so residents of the village of Boiço (Tábua municipality) have been ‘living in hell’, writes Correio da Manhã today – all because The post Sleepless nights for village close to ETAR (water treatment plant) appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Minister pressed over new regime that ‘could see him off hook’ over Cascais Hilton controversy
PS Socialists convened an urgent parliamentary hearing today with Minister for Housing and Infrastructure Miguel Pinto Luz to clarify suspicions of a conflict of interest surrounding the approval of the The post Minister pressed over new regime that ‘could see him off hook’ over Cascais Hilton controversy appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Algarve could host the Dakar Rally in 2027
Portugal and Morocco are in the running to host the event, after the event’s organisers announced that it will not take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027.
Infraquinta’s 1st Sustainability Report reveals excellent performance, particularly in environmental management
For the past 10 years, Infraquinta, E.M. has been the local utility entity with the lowest percentage of non-revenue water, an indicator that stood at 2.7% in 2025.
Portimão Arena turns into giant Halloween playground
Portimão Arena is set to become a giant indoor Halloween playground on October 31 and November 1, as Fun Day Halloween returns for two full days of bouncing, climbing, sliding The post Portimão Arena turns into giant Halloween playground appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Alentejo elephant sanctuary prepares for new retiree from captivity
Pangea, the elephant sanctuary created in the Alentejo, is finally preparing for the arrival of its second retiree from a life of captivity, Kariba, aged around 40, and currently still The post Alentejo elephant sanctuary prepares for new retiree from captivity appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Police response to housing protests in Portugal under investigation
The Inspectorate-General of Internal Administration (IGAI) has opened an administrative inquiry following police interventions in the early hours of 25 October at Rossio Square in Lisbon and Praça D. João I in Porto.
VectorTraders Points to Perpetual Futures Funding as Stablecoin Yield Sources Shift
With on-chain perpetual volumes reaching $593 billion in 30 days and regulatory pressure reshaping balance-based yield, the Colorado firm argues strategy-derived returns deserve closer attention
A €35 million boost for young farmers in Portugal
Portugal is preparing a new €35 million support scheme to help 200 young people become farmers, Agriculture Minister José Manuel Fernandes announced on 23 October.
‘Disturbing and pathetic’: German politicians slam Audi CEO’s appearance at Trump rally
The German car manufacturer plans to open a factory in the U.S. state of Georgia.
Liz Truss claims Brits would be on Mars by 2040 if she hadn’t been ousted
Former prime minister dreams of a brighter alternative future.
Dakar Rally could return to Algarve after 20 years
The Dakar Rally could roar back into the Algarve in 2027, two decades after the legendary off-road race last passed through the region. Portugal and Morocco are being considered as The post Dakar Rally could return to Algarve after 20 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Attorney General challenges parliament to change law on demonstrations
Portugal’s Attorney General has called on parliament today to review the 1974 legislation governing the right to demonstrate, declining to refer the law to the Constitutional Court (TC) for review. The post Attorney General challenges parliament to change law on demonstrations appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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Bar association demands inquiry into police actions at housing protest
The president of Portugal’s Bar Association believes an inquiry must be carried out into the security forces’ actions at the protest camps in Lisbon and Porto on Sunday, as the The post Bar association demands inquiry into police actions at housing protest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Lagoa approves land for 743 homes in Algarve
Lagoa City Council has approved the reclassification of 12 hectares of land for residential use, with at least 70% of the construction area earmarked for public housing, including affordable rentals and homes built under controlled-cost schemes.
Portugal President demands action on housing crisis
With housing protests continuing across Portugal, President António José Seguro is calling on political leaders to put their differences aside and find solutions to the country’s growing housing crisis.
‘Future of Algarve’ debate in Ferragudo tackles pressing issues
From cutting electricity bills and building more efficiently to property investment, education and medical tourism, a wide range of ideas for the Algarve’s future will be on the table at The post ‘Future of Algarve’ debate in Ferragudo tackles pressing issues appeared first on Portugal Resident .