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Azorean beach of Mosteiros closed to swimming for the third time
The beach of Mosteiros, in the Azores, is temporarily closed to swimming for the third time since the beginning of the bathing season, due to "microbiological contamination," and the measure will remain in place until the situation is resolved.
Northern Ireland misses a deadline to fix its budget crisis
Stormont’s pleas for more Treasury billions overshadow Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Bryant’s first day on the ground.
Azambuja refuses ‘blank cheque’ for proposed €2 billion data centre
Azambuja council has refused to endorse a proposed €2 billion data centre as a Project of Potential National Interest, warning that the vast development could not be handed a “blank The post Azambuja refuses ‘blank cheque’ for proposed €2 billion data centre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Three aircraft deployed as crews tackle scrubland blaze in Lagoa
Firefighters have reinforced their response to a wildfire that broke out late afternoon today (July 31) in the parish of Estômbar e Parchal, in the municipality of Lagoa. According to The post Three aircraft deployed as crews tackle scrubland blaze in Lagoa appeared first on Portugal Resident .
London mayor Sadiq Khan accuses Palantir of bypassing procurement rules
The Met Police intended “at each stage” to award the larger contract to the U.S. tech firm, a legal statement claims.
Sunset Sessions come to Lagoa in the Algarve
On 7 August, between 6 pm and 9 pm, the Jardim 5 de Outubro in the centre of Lagoa will host the first edition of the Lagoa Sunset Sessions.
€492 million refinery withdrawal leaves Portugal’s lithium strategy unravelling
Portugal’s ambition to build an integrated lithium industry has suffered another major setback after the José de Mello Group abandoned plans for a €492 million refinery in Estarreja, citing a The post €492 million refinery withdrawal leaves Portugal’s lithium strategy unravelling appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portuguese government in contact with Spain and Morocco regarding migration crisis in Ceuta
The Government stated on 31 July that it is in contact with the governments of Spain and Morocco regarding the migration crisis in Ceuta and assured that Portuguese authorities are coordinating with their counterparts.
“Being here in Vilamoura is special”
After a week of practice, Pro-Am action and preparations in the Algarve, the Portugal Invitational teed off today as players including Zach Johnson, Padraig Harrington, Bernhard Langer and Miguel Ángel Jiménez praise The post “Being here in Vilamoura is special” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Parliament decides to discuss national exams problems in Standing Committee
After all the back and forth of the last few days – the parliamentary intrigue over ‘vandalism of CHEGA’s leader’s offices’ and missing USB pens – there will be no The post Parliament decides to discuss national exams problems in Standing Committee appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Luís Figo joined Portugal Invitational Pro-Am ahead of tournament debut in Vilamoura
Portuguese football legend Luís Figo was among the special guests taking part in the opening day of the Portugal Invitational Pro-Am at The Els Club Vilamoura, as excitement builds ahead of the inaugural PGA TOUR Champions event in Portugal.
New co-working hub opens in Loulé town centre
International Workplace Group (IWG), one of the world’s largest providers of flexible workspaces, is expanding its presence in the Algarve with the opening of a new co-working and office centre The post New co-working hub opens in Loulé town centre appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Loulé to double size of free car park
Loulé Municipal Council has given the green light to the preliminary programme for the expansion of the Cássima car park, increasing its capacity from the current 200 spaces to approximately The post Loulé to double size of free car park appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Azores tourism falls for 9th month amid fallout from Ryanair withdrawal
Tourism in the Azores has now declined for nine consecutive months, with regional businesses warning that the loss of flights and airline competition — including Ryanair’s complete withdrawal from the The post Azores tourism falls for 9th month amid fallout from Ryanair withdrawal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Fire in Chaves in Portugal with 90% of the blaze extinguished
The fire that broke out on 30 July in Chaves still has a few hotspots that need to be brought under control, particularly near the A24 motorway, but is 90 per cent under control, a Civil Protection source told Lusa.
UK to hold budget on Oct. 28, chancellor announces
Andy Burnham’s new government will hold its first budget on Oct. 28, U.K. Chancellor John Healey announced today. Healey, who replaced Rachel Reeves in the job last week, will have to balance maintaining fiscal credibility in the bond market and the new government’s desire to expand spending on defense and social care. In a letter […]
News Review: Wildfires rage, Neves under fire, Comporta transforms
In this July 31, 2026 Resident news podcast, Carl, Natasha, and guest Paul Rees discuss Portugal’s wildfire season, noting central Portugal is calm while major blazes in the north (including The post News Review: Wildfires rage, Neves under fire, Comporta transforms appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Grândola, Castro Marim, and Loulé surpass Lisbon in luxury home prices per square metre
Three Portuguese municipalities have overtaken the capital in the median price per square meter for premium-segment housing, reaching figures above €10,000 during the second quarter of 2026.
Andy Burnham calls on FIFA’s Gianni Infantino to quit
British prime minister has said proposals to secure private investment for the competition are an "outrageous suggestion."
Portugal authorises the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Super Cup
The government has authorised the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup match between FC Porto and Torreense as part of a pilot project, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced.
Terrace Restaurant — A culinary voyage through Oriental and Mediterranean fusion cuisine
In the heart of Parque das Nações, surrounded by lush gardens and with a relaxed atmosphere, Terrace Restaurant has become a meeting point for families, friends, food lovers and weekend explorers alike.
Dialysis patients unable to holiday in Algarve and Alentejo due to nurse shortages
Kidney disease patients who depend on regular dialysis are being prevented from spending their summer holidays in the Algarve and Alentejo because clinics do not have enough specialist nurses to The post Dialysis patients unable to holiday in Algarve and Alentejo due to nurse shortages appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Wildfire risks cancel total solar eclipse activities in Bragança
Bragança municipal council has cancelled all activities planned for the solar eclipse in Rio de Onor and Guadramil due to the risk of fire – moving the entire event to The post Wildfire risks cancel total solar eclipse activities in Bragança appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve prepares for one of the biggest solar eclipses in more than a century
People across the Algarve will have the chance to watch one of the most significant astronomical events in decades this August, as a solar eclipse covers more than 90% of the Sun across southern Portugal.