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China threatens retaliation if U.K. follows the EU on tariffs
China urged Britain to follow World Trade Organization rules and warned it against copying Brussels’ approach, arguing that tariffs on Chinese EVs would be discriminatory.
French presidential race largely unaffected by unrest, first post-riot poll shows
Far-right front-runner Marine Le Pen is still ahead of the pack, and far-left candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon remains in a close race for second place.
Portugal invention applications rise
Portugal is seeing a significant increase in applications to protect new inventions, with figures showing a 36.8% rise during the first nine months of 2026.
NASA and ESA experts head to Coimbra for international space summit
Some of the world’s leading names in space exploration are heading to Coimbra later this month for a two-day summit covering everything from lunar science and the search for another The post NASA and ESA experts head to Coimbra for international space summit appeared first on Portugal Resident .
5 things the EU wants to change about its Arctic policy
As melting ice opens new routes and access to resources in the North, the EU wants piece of the cake.
Socialists push for EU law on deepfakes
Who owns your face and voice when artificial intelligence can copy both? Lawmakers are pushing for new safeguards, but the legal answer is anything but simple.
Algarve community garden festival returns
The free event will feature workshops, a guided tour, a community picnic, and activities that promote sustainable agriculture and healthy eating.
Fado singers bring Portugal’s flagship genre to Solverde casinos
Three of Portugal’s best-known fado singers will take to the stage on the same night next month, as Ana Moura, Cuca Roseta and Raquel Tavares perform at Solverde casinos from The post Fado singers bring Portugal’s flagship genre to Solverde casinos appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Cristiano Ronaldo’s suspension and an uncertain International Future
The wait is finally over. After weeks of speculation, the Portuguese Football Federation has delivered its verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial departure from the national team camp during the October international window.
Cocaine seizures in Portugal “already exceed 42 tonnes” this year
Police authorities have seized 42 tonnes of cocaine since January this year, 17 more than in the whole of 2025, national director of the Judicial Police (PJ), Carlos Cabreiro, has The post Cocaine seizures in Portugal “already exceed 42 tonnes” this year appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Kallas buys time on EU response to US sanctions against the ICC
European lawmakers have been pushing the EU executive to take swift action over U.S. sanctions against the Hague-based court.
Fair pickings and bargains galore at APAA’s Pop-Ups
APAA’s white van has become synonymous with the pickups and deliveries on behalf of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve, notoriously driven by its president Jenny Clarke. “I am The post Fair pickings and bargains galore at APAA’s Pop-Ups appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Budget watchdog queries government’s 2027 forecasts for employment, prices
Budget watchdog UTAO (full title: Technical Budget Support Unit) is querying the government’s forecasts for employment growth and prices in 2027, highlighting discrepancies with recent data. In its analysis of The post Budget watchdog queries government’s 2027 forecasts for employment, prices appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Over 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira
More than 3,500 people took part in this year’s Mamamaratona in Quarteira, turning Jardim Filipe Jonas into a hub of sport, health promotion and charity on October 18. Now in The post Over 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Wounded Ukrainian military personnel find refuge and rehabilitation in Portugal
The Fénix Rehabilitation Centre, which is situated in a building that was previously a seminary in Aldeia Nova in the town of Ourém, cared for 50 Ukrainian soldiers who had been injured in the conflict with Russia from July 2024 through to October 2026.
Is Portugal Still the Right Place to Call Home? Lisbon Summit Explores What Comes Next
In partnership with CNN, Global Citizen Solutions hosts an unprecedented international gathering with experts in Lisbon.
Algarve animal rescue benefits from €8,300 fundraiser
A temporary fundraising space at the Armazém Regimental in Lagos has raised €8,349 for Cadela Carlota & Companhia, helping to support the care of abandoned dogs and cats in the The post Algarve animal rescue benefits from €8,300 fundraiser appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Household wealth rises 67% in Portugal since 2010
Household net wealth reached €1.196 trillion in 2025, driven by rising property values and financial assets, according to the Bank of Portugal.
Government expected to approve Jackdaw gas field on Wednesday
Developers have been waiting for a fresh decision on the controversial gas field since January 2025.
Asbestos removal in Cascais continues to raise safety concerns
The removal of asbestos from the former Cascais secondary school has resumed, but continues to face criticism. Cascais City Council says it complies with all safety rules when removing this The post Asbestos removal in Cascais continues to raise safety concerns appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Northern Portugal and Galicia to build cross-border competitiveness hub
The Galicia–North Portugal Euroregion aims to build a cross-border competitiveness hub to establish itself as “a more competitive and innovative territory, capable of attracting investment,” it was announced today.
Pilot project underway to direct drone swarms to wildfires within 10 minutes
A pilot project using surveillance sensors and AI-equipped drones to prevent and combat fires aims to reach a potential fire within 10 minutes, the government said today. “It’s a faster The post Pilot project underway to direct drone swarms to wildfires within 10 minutes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal among EU countries with sharpest rise in breast cancer among younger women
Portugal is among the European countries where breast cancer incidence has risen most sharply among younger women over the past two decades, according to new OECD and European Commission data. The post Portugal among EU countries with sharpest rise in breast cancer among younger women appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal suspends Ronaldo for 30 days after national team walkout
Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension and a €255 fine after leaving Portugal’s national team camp during the recent international break.