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Step Inside NAMA House Carcavelos: A New Way of Living by the Sea
What makes a space feel like home? It is rarely one single detail. It is the way natural light enters a room, the calm created by a considered interior, the comfort of having everything in its place and the freedom to focus on what truly matters.
Primark sets opening date for 16th store in Portugal
Primark will open its 16th store in Portugal on November 19, with the budget fashion retailer preparing to welcome customers to its first shop in Vila Nova de Gaia. The The post Primark sets opening date for 16th store in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Primark announces opening of new store in Portugal
On 22 October, Primark announced that it will open its 16th store in Portugal on 19 November, in Vila Nova de Gaia.
The Algarve Wine Society heads inland
The traditional Paraíso do Algarve restaurant, in the heart of the countryside near Paderne, was the venue for the recent tasting and lunch enjoyed by members of the Algarve Wine The post The Algarve Wine Society heads inland appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portuguese councils and hospitals caught in worldwide website security alert
Portuguese councils and hospitals are among 29 public bodies identified as using outdated website software, amid an international security alert over flaws that could allow hackers to take control of The post Portuguese councils and hospitals caught in worldwide website security alert appeared first on Portugal Resident .
easyJet to offer first babies’ passports
Airline easyJet wants to make travelling with babies more accessible by offering to cover the cost of a child’s passport in the UK.
NGOs unite to warn revised Sophia solar project still presents significant environmental challenges
Following hot-on-the-heels of Rewilding Portugal, and backing up stiff opposition from local people and quite a few celebrities, several environmental organisations have spoken out today against the revised Sophia solar The post NGOs unite to warn revised Sophia solar project still presents significant environmental challenges appeared first on Portugal Resident .
100 Years of Independence: Celebrating Elsa’s Remarkable Life
On 22 October 2026, a very special lady in our local community will celebrate an extraordinary milestone: Elsa will turn 100 years old.
Cascais Hospital wins silver at international hospital awards
The Portuguese hospital was recognised as second-best in the Grand Hospital Award category, with more than 750 applications submitted across the IHF Awards’ categories.
Farage plays down his Trump friendship in Britain — and talks it up to MAGA
In Britain, the Reform UK leader has publicly cooled on the president. But to a U.S. podcast there are few people he agrees with more than Trump.
‘There is no immunity to Donald Trump’
This is a man who will never stop wanting certain things.
Mercan expands its investment strategy in Greece
Mercan is looking to establish itself as a long-term investor and developer in Greece, with plans to expand its portfolio across residential, hospitality and mixed-use developments.
Encampments in support of housing continue in Portugal
Since 10 October, the country has been coming together to express its dissatisfaction with the housing situation.
Algarve’s Lagoa clears way for 520 affordable homes
Against a backdrop of mounting protests over Portugal’s housing crisis, Lagoa Council has approved a planning change which could pave the way for 520 affordable homes in the municipality, as The post Algarve’s Lagoa clears way for 520 affordable homes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
“We’ll be the laughing stock of Europe”
Portugal’s planned 15% subsidy for obesity medicines will leave treatment beyond the reach of many patients, their national association has warned, accusing the government of introducing restrictions that will further The post “We’ll be the laughing stock of Europe” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Aeroplanes rerouted in Lisbon to reduce noise for 35,000 inhabitants
The takeoff routes at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport will be altered by the end of the year, a decision which the National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) has approved.
Housing question legitimate, not solved by protest – Madeira president
With ‘right to housing protestors’ calling for ‘participation’ in a new protest scheduled for Lisbon on Saturday, president of the government of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque, has said the equivalent of The post Housing question legitimate, not solved by protest – Madeira president appeared first on Portugal Resident .
A favourite view of the Douro
Peso da Régua and the Douro Valley are among my favourite places in Portugal.
First known human case of Shamonda virus confirmed in France
Authorities said this is “an exceptional case” and that there is “no health risk for the general population.”
Portugal's €20 million OnlyFans bill raises a bigger question
Portugal is expected to spend more than €20 million on OnlyFans this year. It's a rather extraordinary figure, and one that raises an interesting question about where our money goes.
Rede Expressos launches €2.50 bus ticket campaign
Rede Expressos has launched a new campaign offering 100,000 bus tickets for just €2.50, in a bid to encourage more people to use public transport as fuel and motoring costs The post Rede Expressos launches €2.50 bus ticket campaign appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Mercedes clocked travelling at 292 km/h on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama bridge
A new speed record has been set on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama Bridge: 292 km/ hour – and now the driver is facing a stiff fine (at least €500) and The post Mercedes clocked travelling at 292 km/h on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama bridge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ryanair marks 3-million-passenger milestone at Madeira Airport
Ryanair has announced that it has now passed the three-million-passenger mark at Madeira Airport since starting its operations in the autonomous region in 2022.
“Horrible results” in Portuguese tests for 9-11-year-olds
Schoolchildren in the 4th and 6th years (mainly from ages 9-11) “have a lot of difficulty in understanding and producing texts in Portuguese, and also in reasoning and the resolution The post “Horrible results” in Portuguese tests for 9-11-year-olds appeared first on Portugal Resident .