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Rubio insists the US isn’t trying to hurt Ukraine
The Ukrainian president complained about delayed air defense deliveries, the U.S. no longer warning of ballistic missile attacks and a slowdown in crucial Starlink services.
Romania’s political crisis gets 6-month truce as new government formed
The next test will be passing a budget in by the end of November, Romania's socialist leader tells POLITICO.
Silves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities
Silves will host its traditional All Saints’ Fair (Feira de Todos os Santos) from October 29 to November 1, bringing four days of music, traditional food, fairground rides and family The post Silves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Pink October brings colour to Portimão
During our recent visit to Portimão, we noticed beautiful pink crochet and textile decorations along the Ribeirinha.
Couple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly
A man and woman, both aged 45, have been arrested in Silves, in the Algarve, on suspicion of carrying out a “fake accident” scam targeting elderly victims. The pair were The post Couple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Alqueva dam project didn’t solve all problems it was made for – study
A university study claims that the Alqueva reservoir “has transformed agriculture and the economy of the Alentejo”, yet the region continues to experience demographic change, and “a significant proportion of The post Alqueva dam project didn’t solve all problems it was made for – study appeared first on Portugal Resident .
European Judo comes to the Algarve
Portimão Arena will host the European Judo Championships Veterans from 22 to 25 October.
Gang makes off in stolen Porsche after kidnapping couple near Torres Vedras
A couple endured moments of sheer terror on Sunday night when their Porsche was rammed by another vehicle in Torres Vedras, leading to a violent confrontation with five men, at The post Gang makes off in stolen Porsche after kidnapping couple near Torres Vedras appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Don’t be Liz Truss, Badenoch tells Burnham
The Tory leader said the ex-British PM needs to take responsibility for her disastrous 2022 budget as she prepares to publish a new book.
Portugal records third-largest tax competitiveness improvement
Portugal maintained its 33rd-place ranking among 38 OECD countries in the 2026 International Tax Competitiveness Index.
UK to deploy fighter jets to help Saudis against Houthi attacks
The Ministry of Defence announced Tuesday that Royal Air Force Typhoon fighters will be deployed to the Gulf Kingdom — but stressed they will be only used in a defensive capacity.
Leading EU science, tech institutions meet in Lisbon this week
Around 180 rectors and decision-makers from Europe’s leading science and technology institutions are meeting in Lisbon this week to discuss how scientific research can transform countries’ technological and industrial capabilities. The post Leading EU science, tech institutions meet in Lisbon this week appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Clocks reset to Winter Time at 2am on Monday morning
For everyone who has struggled to get up in the morning in the dark, the light is returning (briefly, that is)! Mainland Portugal and the autonomous regions of Madeira and The post Clocks reset to Winter Time at 2am on Monday morning appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal’s Air Force to introduce C-130 aircraft into firefighting
Portugal’s Air Force is preparing to expand its role in fighting rural fires, with C-130 aircraft expected to join the operation in 2027. They will be fitted with firefighting kits bought by the Government in a €16 million investment.
Ryanair’s O’Leary warns of ‘biggest increase’ in EU airfares next year
High fuel prices could push up ticket prices and force airlines to cut capacity as their hedging contracts expire.
€1.5 million Douro wine tourism project unveiled at Quinta Vale D. Maria
Quinta Vale D. Maria has opened a new €1.5 million wine tourism project in the Douro, combining tastings, gastronomy and architecture with a strong focus on the estate’s old vines. The post €1.5 million Douro wine tourism project unveiled at Quinta Vale D. Maria appeared first on Portugal Resident .
President calls for “broad consensus” between government and opposition on housing
Portugal’s president António José Seguro has called for a broad consensus between the PSD/CDS-PP government and opposition parties so that urgent and long-term measures on housing can be adopted “with The post President calls for “broad consensus” between government and opposition on housing appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Pianist Rem Urasin to perform two Algarve concerts
Internationally acclaimed pianist Rem Urasin will perform two concerts for Amigos de Música on October 27 and 29, replacing previously announced artist Hélène Tysman, who has withdrawn due to illness. The post Pianist Rem Urasin to perform two Algarve concerts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Police detain 55 housing protestors for disobedience
Portugal’s Public Security Police (PSP) detained 55 housing protesters this morning for allegedly resisting when officers removed tents from the Lisbon Camp, situated in Praça D. Pedro IV, in Rossio. The post Police detain 55 housing protestors for disobedience appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Metro workers begin two-day strike in Portugal
Workers are calling for higher wages and improved working conditions, with reduced services expected until 27 October.
The Strokes confirmed for Portugal’s NOS Alive 2027
The Strokes are returning to Portugal next summer, with the New York rock band confirmed for the opening day of NOS Alive 2027. Julian Casablancas and co. will take to The post The Strokes confirmed for Portugal’s NOS Alive 2027 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve speed camera among Portugal’s busiest
A speed camera on the EN125 in Faro has previously been identified as one of Portugal’s five busiest for speeding offences.
Porto students propose temporary ban on non-resident foreigners buying property
The Porto Academic Federation of students (FAP) has called for “dialogue and moderation” to resolve the housing crisis, proposing tax measures and a temporary ban on the purchase of residential The post Porto students propose temporary ban on non-resident foreigners buying property appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Spain’s conservatives in talks with far-right Vox over election deal
Conservative leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo said it would be a "mistake" to allow Socialist boss Pedro Sánchez to lead again.