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Netflix announces first film produced in Portugal

Netflix has begun filming its first feature-length production made in Portugal, with a story inspired by the extraordinary... In News, Arts & Culture - 04 Nov 2026, 20:03

Shades of pink over Praia da Rocha

In Algarve - 04 Nov 2026, 18:31

Portugal airport announces new winter routes

In News, Travel - 04 Nov 2026, 17:03

How to save time when visiting Lisbon?

In News - 04 Nov 2026, 16:03

Lagoa Câmara yet to fulfil its promise of funding for Carvoeiro Cat Charity

In Community - 04 Nov 2026, 13:04

Portugal, Plan B and Beyond: Inside the Wealth & Migration Summit

In Business - 04 Nov 2026, 08:01

Perfect November afternoon in the Algarve

In Algarve - 03 Nov 2026, 18:31

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Learning

Portugal municipality investing in students financial aid

The municipal executive of Viana do Castelo unanimously approved an investment of over 890,000 euros to provide transportation and... In News - 01 Nov 2026, 15:03

Portugal plans to allow graduates to teach primary school

The Government wants to allow graduates in Basic Education to teach in the first cycle of... In News, Learning - 27 Oct 2026, 13:35

Municipalities offering affordable student housing while tackling loneliness among older residents in Portugal

In News, Housing - 26 Oct 2026, 15:33

Portuguese students demonstrate and block schools in Lisbon

In News - 23 Oct 2026, 10:49

Students in Portugal protest against tuition fee increases

In News, Learning - 21 Oct 2026, 08:33

Public petition proposes replacing "Creche Feliz" in Portugal

In News, Learning - 21 Oct 2026, 07:03


Strike closes schools across Portugal

In News, Learning - 19 Oct 2026, 14:33



Lifestyle

Artificial Intelligence: Part 7

Part 7: A Practical Glossary [A-Z] In Lifestyle - 02 Nov 2026, 11:31

How history can be such a great teacher

I’ve never really been one to frequent theatres to watch such things as live stage shows... In Lifestyle - 01 Nov 2026, 14:01

What is Death Telling Us About Life Podcast? With Cristiana Vaz Franco

In Lifestyle - 31 Oct 2026, 20:31

A bit of pub talk

In Lifestyle - 31 Oct 2026, 14:01

Artificial Intelligence: Part 6

In Lifestyle - 26 Oct 2026, 11:31


Why making your bed can change the feeling of your whole room

In Lifestyle - 25 Oct 2026, 08:01


The Portugal-California Connection

In Portugal - 24 Oct 2026, 19:31


Record ‘tern’ around: Seabird numbers soar in Solent after RSPB recovery work

In Lifestyle - 24 Oct 2026, 12:54

Editor's Choice

America votes Portugal wins

In News - 04 Nov 2026, 13:13

European Union open to flexible United Kingdom membership terms

In News - 03 Nov 2026, 14:08

Portugal criminalises chaining animals and leaving them on balconies

In News - 30 Oct 2026, 11:22

Portugal brand value reaches €257.1 billion

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 17:35

Travel

A smooth arrival at Faro Airport

Arriving at Faro Airport from Bristol at 8.15pm on Monday evening, the experience was refreshingly straightforward. All the... In Travel - 03 Nov 2026, 11:31

Portugal named top destination for expats

Portugal has recently been named the world’s most popular destination for expatriates in... In News - 03 Nov 2026, 11:03

A 7-day city break - and we didn't even scratch the surface...

In Travel - 31 Oct 2026, 11:01

Metro serves millions of passengers

In Asia, Travel - 31 Oct 2026, 10:33


Costa Cruises launches new winter itinerary to Portugal

In News - 30 Oct 2026, 15:03


Discovering the centre of Faro

In Algarve - 29 Oct 2026, 15:01


Good News

Military performs unprecedented rescue in Portugal

Portuguese military personnel were travelling from Queluz to Coimbra on the A1 highway when they encountered an unexpected rescue... In News, Good News - 08 Oct 2026, 19:03

World’s First Commercial Octopus Farm Abandoned After Years of Opposition

Plans to build the world’s first commercial octopus farm have been abandoned following... In News - 27 Jul 2026, 17:31

First Southern Ground Hornbill was born in Portugal

In News, Good News, Algarve - 03 Jul 2026, 14:03

Portugal's last circus elephant finally free

In Good News - 02 Jul 2026, 11:11

Zoomarine and the Portuguese Navy return six sea turtles to the ocean

In News, Environment - 14 Jun 2026, 17:03

Monique has conquered the Camino de Santiago

In Good News - 14 Jun 2026, 11:01


Portugal closes chapter on wild animals in circuses

In Good News - 07 May 2026, 09:44


An Elevated Evening of Purpose: Tribulum Restaurante Raises €10,000 for Prostate Cancer Research

In Good News, Health - 04 May 2026, 14:23


Home & Garden

Don’t throw away your Halloween Pumpkin

Halloween may be all about spooky faces and glowing pumpkins, but once the costumes are packed away and the sweets have... In Home & Garden - 31 Oct 2026, 10:01

How to use paint to make your space look more luxe

From warm, earthy neutrals to muted pinks, to colour drenching, the right paint finishes... In Home & Garden - 30 Oct 2026, 11:00

Plants that need no soil to live

In Home & Garden - 26 Oct 2026, 08:01

Portugal Plans Mandatory Home Insurance Against Natural Disasters

In News - 23 Oct 2026, 16:03

The biggest bathroom trends to get on board with now

In Home & Garden - 23 Oct 2026, 10:58

Why hotel bedrooms feel so relaxing – and how to recreate it at home

In Home & Garden - 10 Oct 2026, 12:01


Easy guide to collecting seeds

In Home & Garden - 09 Oct 2026, 10:35


How to have the perfect living room

In Home & Garden - 05 Oct 2026, 09:01


The plants of Portuguese grandparents

In Home & Garden - 04 Oct 2026, 16:01

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Food & Drink

Café of the Week: Pedro’s Bar

Coffee with a view in Armação de Pêra In Algarve - 01 Nov 2026, 16:01

Nekso Ferragudo: Michelin-level dining for just €90

Two young chefs, one shared dream and an extraordinary nine-course experience. In Restaurant Reviews, Food & Drink - 01 Nov 2026, 13:01

Great places to eat in the Algarve

In Algarve - 31 Oct 2026, 20:01

Restaurants in Portugal showcasing the best of local traditions in Portalegre

In News - 31 Oct 2026, 17:03

Meat-flavoured crisps may be banned from European Union

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 17:33


Café of the Week: Café Mané in Albufeira

In Food & Drink - 25 Oct 2026, 16:01


An inspired afternoon tea

In Food & Drink - 24 Oct 2026, 19:01


Climate change affecting chestnut production in Portugal

In News - 24 Oct 2026, 13:03

Tourism

Your Guide to Autumn in the Algarve

Summer is over, the busiest tourist months are behind us, and some places around the Algarve are starting to feel much quieter... In Algarve - 31 Oct 2026, 18:01

Tourism Needs More Value, Not Just More Tourists

Portugal has conquered, over the last decades, a prominent place among international... In Tourism - 30 Oct 2026, 08:01

Sunny October afternoon at Carvoeiro Boardwalk

In Algarve - 28 Oct 2026, 14:01

Portugal beach named fourth best in Europe

In News - 28 Oct 2026, 13:54

There is no quality tourism without housing for those who work in it

In Housing - 28 Oct 2026, 08:01

Which airports in Portugal have the most flight delays?

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 20:03


Faro Marina: A little gem in the city

In Algarve - 27 Oct 2026, 16:01


Ryanair kicks off the winter season with four new routes in Portugal

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 11:42


The Algarve from above

In Algarve - 26 Oct 2026, 16:31

Hidden Gems

Hidden Gem in Lisbon: Putpari

Around the historic neighborhood of Graça, Putpari is an Indian restaurant that catches attention long before you even look at... In Food & Drink - 30 Sep 2026, 13:31

9 Places in Portugal You’ll Want to Keep Secret

There is a particular problem with writing about Portugal’s hidden places. The moment... In Portugal - 09 Sep 2026, 19:31

The Green Heart of Sintra

In Hidden Gems - 04 Sep 2026, 17:31

Two Portuguese beaches named among Europe's best-kept secrets

In News, Environment - 16 Aug 2026, 14:03

The Cosy Tea House Inside a Volcano in the Azores You Need to Visit

In Madeira & Azores - 21 Jul 2026, 19:33

The 5 Crystal-Clear Gems of the Costa Vicentina

In Hidden Gems - 12 Jul 2026, 16:01


5 Must-See River Beaches in Viseu

In Hidden Gems - 27 Jun 2026, 17:01



When a tunnel leads to one of Lagos' most beautiful beaches in the Algarve

In Hidden Gems - 16 Jun 2026, 19:05

Entertainment

Portuguese priest among the 100 best DJs in the world

Father Guilherme is the only Portuguese person on British magazine DJ Mag’s list. In News, Entertainment - 09 Oct 2026, 19:03

Portugal seeks to register bullfighting as Intangible Cultural Heritage

In News, Entertainment - 02 Oct 2026, 16:33



5 new books to read this week

In Entertainment - 16 Sep 2026, 10:19


5 new podcasts to listen to this week

In Entertainment - 11 Sep 2026, 10:45

Community

Montacarapacho Bike Ride

Sunday 8th November: Bike ride starting in Moncarapacho   In Community - 03 Nov 2026, 16:04

Project Emc2 celebrates National Day of Castles

As part of the Emc2 Project “Exploring White Crowberry Coastal Habitats”, researcher... In Community - 02 Nov 2026, 13:04

International Success for Portugal’s Lawn Bowlers

In Community - 02 Nov 2026, 10:04

Fairy tales – do come true!

In Community - 01 Nov 2026, 13:04

When There’s Nowhere Else to Turn

In Community - 01 Nov 2026, 12:01


The Wonder of Panto in Wonderland

In Community - 30 Oct 2026, 16:04


Neanderthal Diet in Western Iberia

In Community - 30 Oct 2026, 13:04


Tattoo artist launches animal charity campaign in Portugal

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 18:33

Curiosity

Rare Olympic torch sold for €124,000 at auction

A woman in Sweden has sold a flea-market discovery for approximately €124,000 after it was identified as a rare Olympic torch... In Europe, Curiosity - 25 Oct 2026, 14:33

St. Januarius

St. Januarius, Bishop of Benevento, lived during the persecution of Christians under... In Curiosity - 25 Oct 2026, 10:01

Have you got annoying habits?

In Curiosity - 25 Oct 2026, 10:01

Full Moon in Taurus

In Curiosity - 23 Oct 2026, 09:01

Saint Joseph of Cupertino

In Curiosity - 18 Oct 2026, 09:01

October: The Extra Hour

In Curiosity - 12 Oct 2026, 09:01


On Changing the World – Part 1

In Curiosity - 11 Oct 2026, 10:01


Saint Robert Bellarmine

In Curiosity - 11 Oct 2026, 09:01


Full Moon in Aries on 26 September

In Curiosity - 25 Sep 2026, 10:01

Events

Where Is Wealth Moving Next?

Wealth & Migration Summit Puts Policymakers and Investors in the Same Room In Business - 03 Nov 2026, 11:06

Lisbon Prepares to Host the Wealth & Migration Summit: What’s on the Agenda

Shaping how international families live, invest, and plan for their future  In Events - 02 Nov 2026, 16:43

Coimbra to host politics festival

In News - 02 Nov 2026, 10:03

Vitor Neves - moderator of Portuguese talks

The Algarve Deserves Its Own Stage: The Vision Behind the Algarve Real Estate Summit 2026

In Housing - 02 Nov 2026, 09:01

Why the Algarve Real Estate Summit 2026 Is an Event You Shouldn't Miss

In Housing - 30 Oct 2026, 16:11

The Global Exploration Summit is live in Coimbra!

In Events - 29 Oct 2026, 18:31


Portugal to host singles party for over-30s in Lisbon

In News - 28 Oct 2026, 11:03


Planning for the Future: Banking, Longevity and Raising Children Abroad

In Portugal, Events - 28 Oct 2026, 08:01


Where to Live and Where to Invest: Why Wealth and Migration Are Now One Conversation

In Business, Events - 27 Oct 2026, 09:51

Beach of the week

Beach of the Week: Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha, Porches

Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha in Porches is one of the most beautiful spots in the Algarve, particularly famous for its little... In Beach of the week - 24 Oct 2026, 17:01

Beach of the week: Praia dos Arrifes

Praia dos Arrifes is one of the smallest beaches in Albufeira, but it is also one of the... In Beach of the week - 17 Oct 2026, 17:01

Beach of the Week: Praia dos Três Castelos

In Beach of the week - 19 Sep 2026, 17:01




Galactic

Portugal Active Space Technologies prepares to enter Middle Eastern market

Portuguese space technology company Active Space Technologies is preparing to enter Middle Eastern markets after securing its... In News, Galactic - 21 Aug 2026, 18:03

The total eclipse captivated all of Portugal

Although the full effect was visible only in Bragança and along the Spanish border, the... In News, Galactic - 12 Aug 2026, 21:15

18-year-old Portuguese student wins international space award

In News, Galactic - 12 Aug 2026, 19:03

Lagoa Wine Show has returned to the Algarve

In Algarve - 07 Jun 2026, 13:31




Places of Worship

The Monastery of Alcobaça

Founded in 1153 by King Afonso Henriques, the Monastery of Alcobaça stands as a true masterpiece of Gothic architecture in... In Places of Worship, Tourism, Travel - 25 Oct 2026, 12:15

Joining in the Worldwide celebrations for bringing in the Harvest

Autumn is quietly arriving in the Algarve — softer mornings, quieter roads, and that... In Community - 13 Oct 2026, 15:04

Clérigos Tower at Night: Porto After Dark

In Porto & North - 27 Sep 2026, 19:31

Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro

In Community - 16 Sep 2026, 15:04

Angolan Archbishop Leads Fátima Pilgrimage

In News - 15 Sep 2026, 15:03

A little chapel by the sea in Armação de Pêra

In Places of Worship - 13 Sep 2026, 19:01



Animal Blessing Service Brings Community Together to Support Algarve Animal Rescues

In Places of Worship - 12 Sep 2026, 15:43


Science

AI technology transforms historical archive research

Artificial intelligence is helping researchers decipher historical documents that have remained unreadable for centuries.  In Europe, Science - 01 Nov 2026, 12:33

Space agencies collaborate on historic Mars mission

Japan has launched a spacecraft towards Mars on a five-year mission to collect the... In Asia, Science - 31 Oct 2026, 12:33

New study examines social engagement and cognition

In Asia, Science - 31 Oct 2026, 11:33

World’s first invisible hearing implant launched

In Europe, Science - 25 Oct 2026, 13:33

Switching the Brain on with Light: The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

In Science - 25 Oct 2026, 13:01

Drought reveals crystals beneath Pyrenees riverbed

In Europe, Science - 25 Oct 2026, 12:33


Portugal to celebrate science in Coimbra

In News - 25 Oct 2026, 12:03


Deep-sea expedition reveals remarkable marine biodiversity

In South America, Science - 24 Oct 2026, 17:33


Portuguese scientists discover new way to monitor microscopic marine life

In News, Science - 14 Oct 2026, 10:31

Arts & Culture

Portugal launches new support for artisans and traditional crafts

Portugal is launching a new strategy to make traditional crafts more commercially viable, including a national events calendar,... In News, Arts & Culture - 03 Nov 2026, 15:03

U2 confirm two concerts in Portugal for 2027

Irish rock band U2 have announced their return to Portugal, with performances scheduled at... In News, Arts & Culture - 29 Oct 2026, 16:15

Rammstein singer returns to Portugal with adults-only concert

In News, Arts & Culture - 27 Oct 2026, 17:03

Alentejo establishes cultural alliance in Évora

In News - 25 Oct 2026, 15:03

Halloween in Portugal

In Portugal - 24 Oct 2026, 08:01


Portuguese cartoonist wins international award

In News, Arts & Culture - 23 Oct 2026, 18:03



The House of Lions in Lisbon

In Lisbon - 22 Oct 2026, 19:15

Other Lifestyle Articles

Metro Mondego increases services to Coimbra

Metro Mondego (MM) will strengthen its metrobus service between Miranda do Corvo and... In News - 28 Oct 2026, 17:14

easyJet strike announced in Portugal for December

Cabin crew based in Lisbon, Porto and Faro are planning a five-day strike, with potential... In News - 28 Oct 2026, 14:24

CP cancels strike following positive negotiations

The strike scheduled for 30 October at CP – Comboios de Portugal by ticket inspectors... In News - 28 Oct 2026, 12:39

easyJet to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi in 2027

Anyone who has spent a flight staring at the seat in front of them, having forgotten to... In News - 27 Oct 2026, 14:45

Quarteira Bike Ride

Sunday 1st November Bike ride starting in Quarteira   In Community - 27 Oct 2026, 13:04

A smooth getaway from Faro Airport today

Passengers leaving Faro Airport today reported a remarkably hassle-free experience, with... In Travel - 27 Oct 2026, 12:56

European pilots reveal how often they fall asleep in the cockpit

In News - 27 Oct 2026, 11:03

FlixBus expands network in Algarve and Alentejo

In News - 26 Oct 2026, 16:21

Portugal marks 170 years of railways

In News - 26 Oct 2026, 15:54

Portugal leads the ranking of the best wedding destinations

In News - 26 Oct 2026, 14:33

Not just fun – hard work too…

In Community - 25 Oct 2026, 13:04

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