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Europe

Thousands gather to bid farewell to Diogo Jota, André Silva at funeral

The funeral proceedings of the late football players Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva took place in the church of Gondomar in their hometown in the east of Porto. Family members, teammates and coaches joined thousands of mourners to pay their final respects to the Silva brothers.

05/07/2025

Europe

'We will miss you so much': World mourns Diogo Jota's tragic death

The world of sport has come together to mourn the Portuguese winger's tragic death on Thursday in a car crash in Spain. His brother, Andre Silva, was also killed.

03/07/2025

Europe

Portugal and Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

The 28-year-old Portuguese footballer died following a road accident in the Spanish region of Zamora, the national football association confirmed on Thursday.

03/07/2025

Earth News

Lisbon launches citywide reusable cup scheme to cut plastic waste

The system could remove thousands of discarded cups from Lisbon's public spaces every night.

03/07/2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Which EU country returns the most irregular immigrants?

A Portuguese politician suggested that the number of irregular migrants sent back by Lisbon is among the lowest in the EU. But is this true?

01/07/2025

Europe

Rare 'tsunami' roll cloud phenomenon surprises beachgoers in Portugal

Mainland Portugal faces a heatwave with temperatures reaching 42°C. A rare roll cloud surprised sunbathers on beaches, while the risk of forest fires increases.

01/07/2025

Travel News

Porto cracks down on the sale of alcohol at night

Supermarkets and bottle shops will no longer be able to sell alcohol for consumption on public roads after 9pm.

25/06/2025

Europe

Portugal tightens citizenship rules and doubles residency requirement

Citizens from Portuguese-speaking countries such as Brazil must wait seven years for citizenship while those from other nations face a 10-year wait.

24/06/2025

Travel News

Pan Am plane lands in Lisbon on luxury flight for aviation nostalgics

Passengers took a dream journey through the historic destinations of the American airline, which went bankrupt in 1991.

20/06/2025

Europe

Portugal arrests six people linked to far-right group

Authorities seized several explosives, firearms — some built with 3D printers — and rounds of ammunition and knives in the operation, police said in a statement.

17/06/2025

Europe

Portugese landowners face fines as wildfire inspections begin

Portuguese landowners have been asked to clear any undergrowth on their properties in order to reduce the risk of wildfires. Those who fail to do so now face fines of up to €5,000.

17/06/2025

Design

Louis Vuitton fights Portuguese liqueur firm over 'same logo' use

Louis Vuitton has filed a lawsuit against a small Portuguese liqueur firm it accuses of using a logo too similar to the French luxury fashion label's own famous lettering.

05/06/2025

Art

Porto’s Bienal’25 photo expo imagines the world of 'tomorrow today'

Porto’s Bienal’25 Fotografia has gathered international artists and curators across multiple venues in the city to look through the lens of the future to capture visions of themes ranging from climate change and post-colonial legacies to gender and migration.

03/06/2025

Europe

Police launch new searches in Portugal in Madeleine McCann probe

German and Portuguese authorities are working together to investigate the 2007 disappearance of the British toddler in the Algarve.

02/06/2025

Europe

How a Russian spy couple became Portuguese citizens

The process took years and included a wedding in Rio de Janeiro, several visits to the Portuguese consulate, trips to Lisbon and a suspicious declaration attributed to a national living in Brazil.

31/05/2025

Portugal

Police bust major drug trafficking ring in central Portugal

The crackdown began with an arrest in Évora and escalated with 29 coordinated search warrants executed across the region, including the Santarém District.

30/05/2025

Europe

Montenegro reappointed as Portugal's PM, rules out immediate reforms

Montenegro has rejected far-right Chega's call for constitutional reform and said his minority government would prioritise reforms to the economy, public services, and health system.

30/05/2025

Europe

Far-right Chega becomes Portugal's main opposition party in parliament

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, whose centre-right coalition won the 18 May election, has ruled out making a deal with Chega. He will instead move to form a new minority government.

29/05/2025

Smart Regions

Bolhão Market: ambitious renovation safeguards cultural identity

In partnership with the European Commission

The Bolhão market reopened in 2022 after four years of construction works. The renovation has achieved its goal: the structure is functional and modern, all the while fully respecting the original architecture.

26/05/2025

Europe

Early voting beats previous elections in Portugal's legislative race

Party leaders voted in the morning, with the majority emphasising the importance of voting and electoral participation. By 12 pm local time, around 25.56% of voters had cast their ballots.

18/05/2025

Europe

Only 3.3 per cent of foreigners in Portugal can vote. Will the deportation policy have an impact?

Immigrants have little participation in political life in Portugal. A study points out that this favours populist speeches and compromises integration.

18/05/2025

Europe

Portugal: Young men vote 5 times more for far-right than women

The author of the report, who is an analyst at the European Policy Centre, explains that far-right movements have been able to take advantage of the frustration of young men under 25 over the 'loss of a stable job and financial independence', which are 'traditional markers of masculinity'.

18/05/2025

Europe

Portugal gears up for third national election in three years

Parties and voters alike are gearing up for what promises to be a unique election amid voter discontent and recent controversy.

17/05/2025

No Comment

Shrine of Fatima packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death

Over 270,000 pilgrims joined the candlelight procession at the Fatima Shrine on 13 May, marking the first major celebration since Pope Leo XIV’s election.

13/05/2025

Europe

More than 300,000 voters registered for early ballot in Portugal

Hundreds of thousands of voters can cast their ballots early this Sunday, ahead of the 18 May legislative elections. This marks the highest number of voters ever registered to exercise their right to vote in advance.

11/05/2025

Destinations

Why Madeira is Europe’s next adventure holiday hotspot

Visit in shoulder season when the island is at its quietest and its natural landscapes are in their prime.

08/05/2025