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FolkFaro brings world rhythms to Algarve
Music, dance and traditions from around the world will take over Faro and several other Algarve towns when FolkFaro returns from August 16 to 22. Now in its 22nd edition, The post FolkFaro brings world rhythms to Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal’s solar eclipse comes with decidedly earthly complication
As thousands in Portugal look forward to Wednesday evening’s near-total solar eclipse, electricity grid operator REN has been concentrating on a rather less celestial concern: the temporary loss of solar The post Portugal’s solar eclipse comes with decidedly earthly complication appeared first on Portugal Resident .
34,000 fans see Kanye West perform at Algarve Stadium
Around 34,000 fans packed the Algarve Stadium last Friday night for Kanye West’s much-anticipated concert, which went ahead despite calls for its cancellation and controversy surrounding the US rapper’s previous The post 34,000 fans see Kanye West perform at Algarve Stadium appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ukrainian association questions Socialist MP’s judgment as he travels through Belarus and Russia during war
The Association of Ukrainians in Portugal has criticised Socialist Party MP José Carlos Barbosa for posting upbeat accounts of a train journey through Russia while the country continues its war The post Ukrainian association questions Socialist MP’s judgment as he travels through Belarus and Russia during war appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Brits led spending in Portugal with over €500 million in expenditures
Visitors from the United Kingdom generated the highest spending volume in Portugal via foreign payment cards during the first six months of 2026.
Catholic Mass in English in Carvoeiro
Catholic Mass in English will be celebrated on Sunday, August 16 at 4pm at the Nossa Senhora da Encarnação chapel (Our Lady of the Incarnation), on the cliffs in Carvoeiro. The post Catholic Mass in English in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Mounting excitement as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches
Excitement is mounting as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches, with hotels and tourist accommodation businesses in Bragança celebrating 100% bookings as enthusiasts flock to the region where visibility will be in The post Mounting excitement as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches appeared first on Portugal Resident .
EU conservative chief demands migrant return hubs in Africa
“Migrants who have no right to remain must leave Europe — no ifs, ands or buts," says Manfred Weber.
Rescued primates find new home together at Krazy World
Two rescued primates have been given a second chance at Krazy World in the Algarve after an international animal welfare effort brought them together following periods spent living in isolation. The post Rescued primates find new home together at Krazy World appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portuguese company linked to alleged international scheme supplying Iran
A Portuguese company has been identified in an FBI investigation into an alleged international network created to acquire helicopters and aircraft components for sanctioned Iranian entities. The investigation, detailed in The post Portuguese company linked to alleged international scheme supplying Iran appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The shifting value of ground – Why Southern European real estate needs independent ESG auditing
In my article last month, I questioned whether our local municipalities are able to measure the effectiveness of climate adaptation or are simply “navigating in the mayo”. I concluded that: The post The shifting value of ground – Why Southern European real estate needs independent ESG auditing appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portuguese man-o’-war invasion forces beach closures after 120 stings recorded in a single day
A massive influx of Portuguese man-o'-wars along the coast of the Basque Country, Spain, led to the temporary closure of several popular beaches and required medical attention for over 120 people stung in a single day.
Three remanded in custody over Albufeira phone robberies
Three men aged between 19 and 21 have been remanded in custody after being arrested in connection with a series of mobile phone robberies in Albufeira. The suspects were caught The post Three remanded in custody over Albufeira phone robberies appeared first on Portugal Resident .
A precious life is in your hands…
Every day we take risks with our own lives. One more drink? Stay in the sun longer? Extra cream cake? But these are choices we make for ourselves. We promise The post A precious life is in your hands… appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Physician and investor Ruth Shaber is betting on Portugal’s Young Women
When American physician and executive Dr Ruth Shaber moved to Portugal in 2021, she expected an adventure.
Pink Ladies Day returns in support of Algarve Oncology Association
The ninth annual Pink Ladies Day charity golf event will take place on Thursday, September 3, at Pestana Silves Golf Course, once again raising funds for the Algarve Oncology Association The post Pink Ladies Day returns in support of Algarve Oncology Association appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portimão launches €27.7m public housing project
Portimão Council has launched the largest public housing project ever undertaken in the municipality, with 204 new homes to be built at Bairro Coca Maravilhas in a €27.7 million investment. The post Portimão launches €27.7m public housing project appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Where the loudest creatures are usually goats
There are places in the world where nature seems positively desperate to kill you.
What will Burnham do on AI?
Artificial intelligence could transform the economy, the workplace, and even the way we think — but is Britain ready for it? And is Andy Burnham? In the second of Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy’s summer box set conversations, they sit down with POLITICO UK tech editor Isobel Asher Hamilton to look at the choices facing […]
3.5-magnitude earthquake felt across Alentejo
An earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale was felt across parts of the Alentejo in the early hours of Monday morning, according to the Portuguese Institute for Sea and The post 3.5-magnitude earthquake felt across Alentejo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
President says Portugal has failed to deliver on wildfire promises
President António José Seguro has criticised the failure to implement measures proposed after Portugal’s devastating wildfires, warning that too many recommendations and promises have remained unfulfilled since the deadly fires The post President says Portugal has failed to deliver on wildfire promises appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Will Alberta become the 51st US state? Some Canadians hope so.
The Alberta separatist movement is intensifying as a critical vote nears.
Why Poland’s right-wing split may not save Tusk
Poland's leading opposition party has broken apart, but that may not help PM Donald Tusk.
A new rival is forcing Italy’s Meloni back to her far-right roots
The prime minister has toughened her rhetoric on migration as Roberto Vannacci gains ground in the polls.