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CHEGA MP filmed entering parliament at 7am; leader’s office unlocked
The unusual story of ‘vandalism’ reported in the parliamentary office of CHEGA leader André Ventura today is rapidly becoming even more bizarre with reports that CCTV footage from Parliament show The post CHEGA MP filmed entering parliament at 7am; leader’s office unlocked appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Seven flamingo chicks hatch at Lagos Zoo
Seven greater flamingo chicks have hatched at Lagos Zoo after keepers adopted an unusual solution to a four-year breeding drought: adding more flamingos to the flock. The park welcomed several The post Seven flamingo chicks hatch at Lagos Zoo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
British surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder
The stand-up paddleboarder who disappeared off the Algarve coast on Monday has been identified as British surfer Arran Strong, a rising star of Portuguese competitive surfing whose disappearance has sent The post British surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Lisbon’s Beach Escape
Stretching along the dramatic, sun-drenched coastline just south of the Caparica cliffs, Fonte da Telha stands as a great getaway from the rhythmic frenzy of urban Lisbon.
André Ventura's office vandalised at the Assembly of the Republic
The office of André Ventura, leader of Chega, located in the parliamentary group's facilities at the Assembly of the Republic, was reportedly vandalised in the early hours of 28 July.
Rolling up sleeves for animals across the Algarve
It’s summer and the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) has some behind-the-scenes work to accomplish. Jenny Clarke, APAA president, and Anita Wright are taking on the Alvor Charity The post Rolling up sleeves for animals across the Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Court cases leave almost 300 pets trapped in shelters for years
Hundreds of dogs and cats are being kept in Portugal’s municipal animal shelters for years because they have become evidence — or disputed “property” — in court proceedings that appear The post Court cases leave almost 300 pets trapped in shelters for years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
What to do in Faro: A local guide to the Algarve's capital
Many people think of Faro simply as the place where their Algarve holiday begins. It's where you land, pick up your rental car and, if you're lucky, grab a copy of The Portugal News at the airport before heading to Albufeira, Lagos or one of the many beach resorts along the coast. But Faro deserves much more than being just a gateway to the Algarve.
Ryanair launches €14.99 flights from Portugal to destinations across Europe
If you've been thinking about a last-minute summer getaway, Ryanair has launched a new promotion with one-way flights from €14.99 from several Portuguese airports.
Child trafficking intercepted at Lisbon airport: Police hunt possible accomplices
Portuguese police are investigating whether a 45-year-old woman arrested at Lisbon Airport on Saturday had accomplices in an alleged operation to traffic a 12-year-old girl from the Democratic Republic of The post Child trafficking intercepted at Lisbon airport: Police hunt possible accomplices appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Seven Algarve landmarks advance in Portugal’s ‘7 Wonders’ competition
Seven of the Algarve’s best-known landmarks have been selected to represent the region in the national semi-finals of the New 7 Wonders of Portugal competition, following the Algarve regional final The post Seven Algarve landmarks advance in Portugal’s ‘7 Wonders’ competition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Charleroi airport to halt flights in 2028 for over 2 months
The suspension is necessary to allow major reconstruction works on the hub's only runway.
Data indicates that Portuguese people are travelling more
Travel by residents in Portugal increased by 7.0% in the first quarter, year-on-year, registering a historical high for this period of the year, mainly driven by a 30.0% increase in trips abroad, reported the INE (National Institute of Statistics).
Alentejo wine harvest set for strong rebound after poor 2025
Alentejo wine producers are preparing for a sharp recovery in output this year, with an estimated 108 million litres expected from a harvest showing signs of potentially exceptional quality. The The post Alentejo wine harvest set for strong rebound after poor 2025 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
CHEGA leader claims papers stolen in raid on parliamentary office
In an update on today’s ‘ransacking’ of the office of CHEGA leader André Ventura, it transpires that documents were stolen – and they related to the parliamentary inquiry the party The post CHEGA leader claims papers stolen in raid on parliamentary office appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portuguese wine production could increase in the Alentejo region
Wine production in the Alentejo region is expected to increase by 20% this year compared to 2025, reaching 108 million litres, and conditions are in place for the beverage to achieve "high quality," estimated the Alentejo Regional Wine Commission (CVRA).
Portugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes
Portugal reached a new milestone in organised sport in 2025, with the number of registered athletes climbing to a record 860,886, according to the latest figures published by the Portuguese The post Portugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Guarda wildfire intensifies as elderly residents shelter in village church
A wildfire in the Guarda district regained intensity this morning, prompting authorities to move elderly residents of Rabaça into the village church as a precaution while more than 300 personnel The post Guarda wildfire intensifies as elderly residents shelter in village church appeared first on Portugal Resident .
‘A disaster for America First’: Trump allies fear Netanyahu meeting will pull US deeper into war with Iran
The president and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are set to meet Tuesday at the White House to discuss Iran, Lebanon and the Abraham Accords.
CHEGA leader’s office in parliamentary building ransacked. PJ investigating
The office of André Ventura, leader of CHEGA, located within the party’s parliamentary group’s premises in the Assembly of the Republic, was the target of what has been described as The post CHEGA leader’s office in parliamentary building ransacked. PJ investigating appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Eleven aircraft and 320 personnel are battling a fire in Portugal in Guarda
The fire in Rochoso, Guarda, which started at 1:51 pm on 27 July, has three active fronts this morning and is being fought by 320 personnel, 90 vehicles, and 11 aircraft, said Civil Protection.
Fog hampers search for paddleboarder missing off Algarve coast
Dense fog is hampering the search for a 28-year-old man who disappeared on Monday while stand-up paddleboarding off Arrifana beach, in Aljezur, with rescue teams unable to deploy aircraft and The post Fog hampers search for paddleboarder missing off Algarve coast appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve town celebrates Mediterranean way of life in September
When many people hear about the Mediterranean Diet, they often think of olive oil, fresh fish and colourful salads. But in Tavira this September, visitors will discover that it is The post Algarve town celebrates Mediterranean way of life in September appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Rural Portugal’s housing revolution
Like many people who fall in love with Portugal’s interior, I was captivated by the stone cottages, farmhouses and elegant townhouses that had stood empty for decades. Behind the cracked The post Rural Portugal’s housing revolution appeared first on Portugal Resident .