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Drug trafficking suspect wanted in Germany caught in Algarve
A 57-year-old man wanted by German authorities on suspicion of drug trafficking has been arrested in the Algarve by Portugal’s Polícia Judiciária (PJ). The foreign national was located and detained The post Drug trafficking suspect wanted in Germany caught in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Tourism sees 11% drop in new company registrations in Portugal
Portugal recorded 40,266 new businesses in the first nine months of 2026, down 3.2 percent year on year, while construction and technology were the only sectors to register growth.
Portugal Weather Today (12 October): Cooler days and nights
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Art in Motion returns to Ferragudo with charity exhibition
Ferragudo will welcome a new edition of Art in Motion (Arte em Movimento) from November 9 to December 16, bringing together artists from across the Algarve for a collective exhibition The post Art in Motion returns to Ferragudo with charity exhibition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
UK Budget uncertainty puts spotlight on moving to Portugal
With the UK Autumn Budget approaching and speculation continuing over what the Chancellor may announce, people considering a move to Portugal have an opportunity this week to speak directly with The post UK Budget uncertainty puts spotlight on moving to Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Revealed: The chancellor’s plan to survive the budget
With the budget barely a fortnight away, Chancellor John Healey is warning of mounting economic headwinds. Can he ease the pressure on the public finances without loosening the purse strings? Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy test the tightrope Healey is attempting to walk ahead of a major speech to the International Monetary Fund. Elsewhere, is […]
The New Portuguese Real Estate Map
For many years we got used to talking about international real estate in Portugal through a relatively simple map.
Young artists showcase their work in Portimão exhibition
Young artists from Portimão will have their work on display at a new exhibition opening this week at the Continente Shopping Centre, as local art school Montradartekids celebrates its 15th The post Young artists showcase their work in Portimão exhibition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal’s PM calls for end to ‘senseless’ oil price rises
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has called for a swift resolution to the international tensions driving up oil and fuel prices, describing the situation as “senseless” and warning that rising costs The post Portugal’s PM calls for end to ‘senseless’ oil price rises appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The EU budget battle just got nastier
Germany has rejected Ireland’s proposal for the EU’s next seven-year budget, despite €159 billion in cuts. And it’s not alone: Governments are divided over where the cuts should fall, while the European Parliament is threatening to block the deal. Zoya Sheftalovich and Nick Vinocur unpack the backlash and what it means for this week’s EU […]
How can Europe leverage laws to secure cloud sovereignty?
Europe doesn’t have to choose between acting fast and building a solid foundation for sovereignty.
EU lacks influence(rs): No content creators at leaders’ summit
The Council wanted social media stars to cover its meetings, but EU countries failed to pick any for this week's big meeting.
The glittering wealth of Portugal
A comforting but irrelevant thought in these times of geopolitical uncertainty is that the value of Portugal’s gold bullion reserves has reached the point where every man, woman and child The post The glittering wealth of Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal set for another week of unusually warm October weather
Portugal is heading for another spell of unusually warm weather, with temperatures expected to rise next week and exceed 30°C in some regions, according to forecasts. The warmer conditions are The post Portugal set for another week of unusually warm October weather appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Independent wins Kraków mayoral race in setback for PM Tusk
Despite the strong result, mayor-elect Łukasz Gibała will have to work with Poland's ruling parties.
The wonder of panto in Wonderland
As many Brits will know, the run-up to Christmas is panto season; a particularly British entertainment derived from ribald musical comedy and plots adapted from beloved books or fairy stories. The post The wonder of panto in Wonderland appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Ireland’s budget cuts weaken EU, Commission warns
Dublin's changes to the long-term budget overwhelmingly hit Commission priorities such as competitiveness and flexibility.
Great places to eat in the Algarve
There’s definitely something about the Algarve that makes food taste better.
MEP Glucksmann wins French center-left primary, becoming candidate for presidency
The leader of the tiny Place Publique party strengthened his hand by winning the Socialist primary outright.
Portuguese dancers with disabilities to perform in Paris
The company Dançando com a Diferença will present the show “Este Mundo” (This World), choreographed by Bouchra Ouizguen, in Paris, France, this week as part of the Festival d’Automne – Saison Méditerranée 2026, the group announced.
200 Guests, Three Custom Cars, One Big Reveal
More than 200 guests turned out for Drive ÉLAN’s Portuguese launch at The Yard in Vale do Lobo.
Rob Stewart’s farewell tour coming to Portugal
British musician Rod Stewart’s farewell tour will stop at the Marés festival in Matosinhos on 16 July of next year, organisers announced.
Renovations Planned for 26 Algarve Schools
Twenty-six schools across the Algarve are waiting for major renovation work, but progress is proving uneven, with some projects already underway and others still trying to secure funding.
Parliament split on EU climate rules opens way for conservative deal with far right
Left-leaning lawmakers' call for stronger carbon market could push pro-business conservatives to the far right.