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Portugal remains on alert as Storm Claudia moves towards UK

The rain and strong winds caused road accidents, landslides and fallen trees, which damaged houses, roads and vehicles.

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No, Portugal is not banning all Islamic practices

Viral claims online appear to over-extend a recently approved law that will ban face veils in public in Portugal.

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Storm Claudia triggers severe flooding and power outages across Portugal

Storm Claudia brought heavy rain, flooding, fallen trees and widespread power outages across Portugal, with Lisbon and Setúbal among the hardest-hit regions.

Health news

How an AI-powered lamp could help detect epileptic seizures

The lamp from a Portuguese startup uses artificial intelligence to identify epileptic seizures and send alerts to caregivers.

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Dancing robots take centre stage at Lisbon’s Web Summit

Dancing robots, smart safety devices, and a teenage AI prodigy are highlights at the Web Summit in Lisbon, drawing 70,000 participants and nearly 3,000 startups.

Tech News

Microsoft to invest more than $10 billion in Portugal amid AI push

The investment could help Portugal shore up a data centre hub in Sines.

Space

Scientists say new space telescope will detect massive black holes

Portuguese researchers predict that Europe's future space observatory will detect hundreds of thousands of supermassive black holes.

Business

Air France-KLM to submit its proposal to buy 45% of Portugal's TAP

The Franco-Dutch group said it would formalise its expression of interest for the share of TAP currently owned by the government.

Portugal

Portugal intercepts narco-submarine en route to Iberian peninsula

Portuguese authorities intercepted a drug-carrying vessel in the Atlantic Ocean with 1.7 tonnes of cocaine destined for European markets. Four crew members were arrested.

Culture news

Astérix in Lusitania: Portuguese hospitality, clichés and humour

'Astérix in Lusitania' set a new sales record after launching at a Lisbon book store earlier this month, and its numbers are continuing to rise. Its authors tell Euronews Culture why they chose to set the diminutive Gaulish warrior's latest adventure in Portugal.

Economy

Eurozone GDP beats forecasts: Portugal emerges as growth leader

Eurozone gross domestic product rose 0.2% in the third quarter of 2025, compared to the previous quarter. Within member states, Portugal recorded the highest growth rate at 0.8%.

Travel News

Portugal voted Europe's 'Best Destination' for 2025

Several destinations in Portugal were also recognised, such as Lisbon, Porto and Madeira.

Health news

Hospital crises lead to surge in ambulance births in Portugal

More than 30 babies were delivered in ambulances between January and mid-September, with the Setúbal Peninsula the most affected region.

Portugal

Lisbon funicular crash linked to faulty cable and maintenance failures

The derailment and crash of the Glória funicular on 3 September killed 16 people and injured 21 others. Most of the victims were foreign nationals.

Art

50 years of democratic transitions in Portugal and Spain on display

"Inquietude: Freedom and Democracy" is the title of the exhibition at the Casa Encendida in the Spanish capital, organised by the Montemadrid Foundation and the Commission for the Commemoration of Fifty Years of Spain in Freedom.

World News

Portuguese parliament approves ban on wearing face veils in public spaces

The bill, proposed by Portugal's far-right Chega party, would prohibit coverings such as burqas and niqabs from being worn in most public places. It received support from centre-right parties.

Economy

Property bubbles: Where in Europe are houses the most overpriced?

A new European Commission report published on Tuesday shows that house prices in Portugal are among the highest in Europe, with tourism and the crisis in the construction sector being the main factors.

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Thousands gather at Fatima Shrine for final pilgrimage of the year

Thousands of pilgrims gathered at Portugal’s Fatima Shrine over the weekend to take part in the candlelight and farewell processions marking the traditional October pilgrimage.

Portugal

Portugal heads to the polls in hotly contested local elections

Sunday's municipal elections in Portugal could be decisive in expanding the presence of the far-right Chega party beyond Lisbon. In the country's two biggest cities, it is a tight race between the centre-left and centre-right.

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Looking to retire? The world’s best destination is in Europe

Three European countries ranked among the five most attractive global destinations for retirees this year, based on their high quality of life, tax efficiency, and safety.

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