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Portugal’s Night-Time Economy: From Restaurants To Online Entertainment
Portugal’s evening economy is no longer only about restaurants, bars and music venues; digital platforms are now part of how residents and visitors spend their nights.
Wine writer Vivian Bibliowicz to launch new book at Algarve estate
The event marks the launch of Echoes of the Land – Winemakers of Portugal, a new book by journalist, photographer and author Vivian Bibliowicz. Written after years of travelling across The post Wine writer Vivian Bibliowicz to launch new book at Algarve estate appeared first on Portugal Resident .
How Digital Platforms Are Changing Entertainment In Portugal
From restaurant bookings to streaming, event discovery and online entertainment, digital platforms are changing how residents and visitors experience leisure in Portugal.
President rubber-stamps diplomas allowing learner drivers to learn with ‘mum and dad’
President Seguro has today promulgated diplomas which allow learner drivers to ‘learn’ with the help of a tutor (someone with at least 10 years’ driving experience), and this way reduce The post President rubber-stamps diplomas allowing learner drivers to learn with ‘mum and dad’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal has 160 new care beds to relieve hospitals
The president of the Union of Portuguese Misericórdias (UMP) said about 160 "intermediate beds" are operational to ease hospital "social admissions," aiming for 400 beds by early June.
Growing up (& thriving) in Portugal – Interview with Ben Austin
In this fascinating episode, we welcome Ben Austin – UK-born real estate advisor and passionate advocate for life in Portugal, having grown up here. Ben has called Portugal home since The post Growing up (& thriving) in Portugal – Interview with Ben Austin appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Brussels won’t subsidize companies linked to Babiš over conflict of interest concerns
Access to EU cash will be blocked until doubts regarding the prime minister's involvement in the businesses are clarified.
Portugal city ranked among the best places to experience the summer solstice
The Portuguese city of Funchal has been named one of the top destinations in the Northern Hemisphere to experience the summer solstice, according to new research by walking holiday specialists Inghams Walking.
Carvoeiro Branco and TPS launch joint venture to build 724 homes across Algarve
Carvoeiro Branco and TPS – Teixeira Pinto e Soares have announced the creation of a new joint venture to build 724 residential units across three major developments in the Algarve. The post Carvoeiro Branco and TPS launch joint venture to build 724 homes across Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cheese-Rolling Race won by a “Cheese Head”
A truly “Dutch perspective”
The Festival Sudoeste may be returning to Portugal
The Sudoeste Festival in Zambujeira do Mar continues to seek support and sponsors, and there are "good contacts" to return in 2027, but nothing is yet finalised, said promoter Luís Montez.
Rotary Club of Silves raises 1,500€ for community projects
Partygoers were treated to a South African-style braai (bbq), along with other delicious savoury and salad dishes, all prepared by members of the club. The deserts were also in abundance, The post Rotary Club of Silves raises 1,500€ for community projects appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cinema: Backrooms
After a therapist’s patient disappears into a dimension beyond reality, she must venture into the unknown to save him. Director: Kane Parsons; Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve, Mark Duplass; Genre: The post Cinema: Backrooms appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Europe beefs up Ebola detection as Congo epidemic surges
The bloc isn't taking any risks as the virus spreads faster than health workers can contain it.
How Do We Know What We Know? United Lisbon International School Hosts Annual TOK Exhibition
United Lisbon International School (ULIS) recently hosted its annual Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition on May 13th, centred on the theme Knowledge and the Knower.
The Literary Festival Returns to Parque Eduardo VII in Lisbon
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Europe’s sizzling heat is a ‘brutal reminder’ of global warming, UN climate chief says
Governments and national authorities have issued warnings about the high temperatures.
Trio formally accused of endangering airplane transport in worldwide fraud
Three people arrested last year in ‘Operation Blind Flight’ – centring on an extraordinary scheme devised by a former ‘techno DJ’ to supply TAP, as well as other airlines, with The post Trio formally accused of endangering airplane transport in worldwide fraud appeared first on Portugal Resident .
German top economists urge Merz to enact painful reforms to revive growth
The intervention by a leading council of experts heaps fresh pressure on a chancellor already suffering from record-low approval ratings.
Eid Mubarak
Eid al-Adha falls on 27 May this year.
Hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak rise to 13
The latest case is among one of the Spanish passengers who was in quarantine.
PPH Move Brings Women, Wellness & Community Together in Vilamoura
PPH Move, a vibrant morning dedicated to women’s wellness, fitness, networking, and community spirit, is coming to Vilamoura on June 2nd as Portugal Property Hub opens the doors of its beautiful office for another one of its popular monthly women-only events.
The pictures that tell the rest of the story It was a striking picture. But it was only half the story.
When The Portugal News first published Maia and Joe Mountain's Marathon des Sables story last week, one image did the heavy lifting — Maia mid-stride in the hills of Rwanda, thousands of miles from the Sahara that awaited her.
Brazilian Investors Boost the Luxury Real Estate Market in Portugal
The premium real estate market in Portugal continues to show resilience.