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Commission eyes changes to big business tax to unlock budget deal
Business lobbies and national governments have criticized a levy on companies with a turnover above €100 million.
Nearly 40% of children are overweight in Portugal
Almost four out of ten children between the ages of five and 14 are overweight or obese in Portugal, and 44.7% regularly consume fast food, ultra-processed foods, or soft drinks, according to the INE (National Institute of Statistics).
Külföldi Online Kaszinó – Top 10 Megbízható Platform Magyar Játékosoknak 2026-ban
Külföldi online kaszinón olyan nemzetközi platformot értünk, amelyet nem Magyarországon jegyeztek be, mégis teljes körűen elérhető magyar játékosok számára – regisztrálható, forintban kezelhető, és legtöbbször magyar felülettel is rendelkezik. Ez az útmutató rangsorolt listával indul. Tárgyalja a licenc és biztonság kérdéskörét, összeveti a külföldi és hazai kínálatot, és részletezi a bónuszokat, a fizetési módokat, a regisztrációs folyamatot, valamint a játékosvédelmet – hogy 2026-ban valóban tudatos döntést hozhasson.
Building fire in Lisbon treated as crime scene
A fire that miraculously only left five people injured at Rua Possidónio da Silva, near Prazeres Cemetery in Lisbon today, is being treated as a crime scene due to doubts The post Building fire in Lisbon treated as crime scene appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve takes top spot in European index for best value-for-money family holiday
The Algarve has reached the top of the Family Holiday Report 2026, a benchmark study conducted by Post Office Travel Money in partnership with tour operator TUI.
Portuguese firefighters rescue dog from Spanish wildfire
Portuguese firefighters deployed to help tackle the devastating wildfires in Spain have rescued a dog from the flames in Ávila, in what Spanish authorities described as a rare moment of The post Portuguese firefighters rescue dog from Spanish wildfire appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Interest in electric cars surges to record levels in Portugal
Interest in fully electric cars has reached record levels in Portugal, with searches rising by almost 69% during the first half of 2026, according to figures released by online vehicle The post Interest in electric cars surges to record levels in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Beach Safety in Portugal: The Essential Guide Every Visitor Should Read
Portugal’s coastline is one of the country’s greatest treasures. Stretching more than 900 kilometres along the Atlantic Ocean, it offers everything from the dramatic cliffs of the Algarve to the golden sands of the Alentejo, the powerful surf of the Silver Coast and family-friendly beaches in the north.
Thousands head to Bragança for Portugal’s 26 seconds of total eclipse
Thousands of visitors are expected to converge on Portugal’s northeastern corner next month for the country’s first total solar eclipse in 114 years — although complete darkness will last for The post Thousands head to Bragança for Portugal’s 26 seconds of total eclipse appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Future income tax cuts in Portugal remain uncertain for 2027
The Portuguese Government has said it is too early to confirm whether income tax (IRS) will be reduced again in 2027, despite maintaining its commitment to lowering the overall tax burden by the end of the current legislature.
Why TAP is still growing as new owners prepare to board
For many airlines, the prospect of privatisation would be a reason to pause expansion plans and wait for new owners to decide the future direction of the business. Not TAP The post Why TAP is still growing as new owners prepare to board appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Company fined nearly €15,000 for using GPS to monitor saleswoman’s performance
A GPS device installed in a company vehicle has resulted in a fine of nearly €15,000 for a wine company. Lisbon Court of Appeal found that the system was used The post Company fined nearly €15,000 for using GPS to monitor saleswoman’s performance appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Alentejo offers 20 special wine experiences between August and October
Harvest season is one of the most exciting times to visit the Alentejo, when vineyards across Portugal’s largest wine region come alive with the annual grape harvest. Between August and The post Alentejo offers 20 special wine experiences between August and October appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Fuel prices fell in the Azores
Fuel prices in the Azores fell in August, with gasoline costing 1.6 cents less per litre and diesel 3.1 cents less per litre, according to a decree published on 27 July in the Official Gazette.
Around 3,000 Portuguese evacuated as Bordeaux wildfires advance
Around 3,000 Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese descent have been evacuated to emergency reception centres as a vast wildfire continues to threaten communities around Bordeaux in southwestern France. The The post Around 3,000 Portuguese evacuated as Bordeaux wildfires advance appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal's Big Three: Who Looks Most Ready for the New Season?
As the new Portuguese football season approaches, Benfica, Sporting CP and FC Porto have all used pre-season to integrate new signings, fine-tune tactical ideas and build momentum.
PSP police save 12-year-old from arranged marriage to clear family debt
Portuguese police have rescued a 12-year-old girl who was allegedly being trafficked through Lisbon to France, where she had been promised in marriage to settle a debt owed by her The post PSP police save 12-year-old from arranged marriage to clear family debt appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Lisbon to host 175 free street magic shows this August
Lisbon will once again become an open-air stage for illusion and entertainment this August as Lisboa Mágica – Lisbon International Street Magic Festival returns with 175 free performances across the The post Lisbon to host 175 free street magic shows this August appeared first on Portugal Resident .
GALP profits surge 44% to €812 million
Profits at Portuguese energy company GALP rose by 44% year-on-year to €812 million in the first half of the year, driven by increased oil production in Brazil and higher Brent The post GALP profits surge 44% to €812 million appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Mainland Portugal at maximum or very high risk of fire
All districts in northern and central mainland Portugal and Faro are at maximum risk of fire on 27 July, with the rest of the territory at very high risk.
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PSD Algarve calls for police crackdown on organised orange thefts
PSD Algarve is calling for a stronger police response to what it describes as an organised wave of orange thefts targeting citrus farms across the region. The appeal follows reports The post PSD Algarve calls for police crackdown on organised orange thefts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Average net income exceeds €1,000 a month in just six Portuguese municipalities
Average net income exceeded the equivalent of €1,000 a month in only six of Portugal’s municipalities in 2024 – despite a 7.6% increase nationally, according to figures highlighting the country’s The post Average net income exceeds €1,000 a month in just six Portuguese municipalities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Lagoa's Convent Sweet Festival returns with five days of Portugal finest traditional desserts
One of the Algarve's sweetest summer events is returning to Lagoa this week, as the 22nd Mostra do Doce Conventual takes place from 29 July to 2 August at the Convento de São José.