Portugal

Euronews Witness

Courage conquers shame: the Portuguese Church sex abuse survivors

A recent report estimates nearly 5,000 children have been abused by members of the Portuguese Catholic clergy. Survivors are now speaking out about their suffering.

04/05/2023

Portugal

Portugese police find 4.2 tonnes of cocaine in banana shipment

The intercepted haul destined for European markets is thought to be worth around €100m.

02/05/2023

Portugal

Four dead after dispute among Portuguese pigeon racers

A man fatally shot three people before turning his gun on himself, Portuguese police said Sunday, in what local media described as a dispute among rival pigeon racers.

30/04/2023

Portugal

Portugal should apologise for colonialism, says President

It is the first time a southern European leader has suggested a national apology for the colonial period.

26/04/2023

Culture news

Exhibition celebrates Portugal's democratic transition through objects

The exhibition, as part of the municipality of Lisbon's celebrations of 25 April, aims to capture the essence of freedom that emerged after decades of censorship and repression.

26/04/2023

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Brazil's president Lula faces protests in Portugal's parliament

Right-wing lawmakers protested in Portugal's parliament during a speech by Brazil's President Lula.

25/04/2023

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WATCH: Climate activists in Lisbon collect 650,000 cigarette butts

Environmentalists collected 650,000 cigarette butts and piled them up in the heart of Portugal's capital Lisbon to highlight the fact that they do not decompose.

24/04/2023

Portugal

Climate activists heap up 650,000 cigarette butts in Portugal

The campaigners collected enough stubs to fill 40 plastic buckets, then emptied them into a mound to raise awareness about the often-overlooked form of pollution.

24/04/2023

Portugal

Lula on Ukraine war: 'I know what an invasion is'

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday was again at odds with Europe over Ukraine while pressing his first European tour since resuming office in January.

23/04/2023

Travel News

Why does Portugal want to end its golden visa scheme?

Portugal wants to end its golden visa scheme - but not everyone is on board.

12/04/2023

Destinations

Why you should head to Portugal for a wine-tasting adventure

This Portuguese city may be known for port and pastel de nata - but there's another reason foodies should flock here.

10/04/2023

Real Economy

How are EU funds helping Portugal’s post-pandemic recovery?

In partnership with The European Commission

In this latest episode of Real Economy, Euronews finds out how the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility is helping Portugal get back on its feet after the COVID-19 pandemic.

05/04/2023

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WATCH: EasyJet staff go on strike in Portugal

EasyJet staff go on strike in Portugal after month-long negotiations over pay between unions and the company

01/04/2023

Portugal

Stabbing that killed two women in Portugal was ‘isolated act’

A stabbing at an Ismaili Muslim centre in Portugal was probably an ‘isolated act’, according to authorities.

29/03/2023

Portugal

Two people killed after stabbing at Portuguese Muslim centre

A man wielding a large knife killed two women and injured several other people at an Ismaili Muslim centre in Lisbon, Portugal.

28/03/2023

Culture news

Taking the plunge to see Portugal's unique underwater exhibition

Ever wanted to combine diving exploration and a love of art? Now, you don't have to only imagine it as Portuguese street artist Vhils has created an artificial art reef made out of giant pieces from power stations no longer in operation.

26/03/2023

Culture news

What does it take to fight the 'Afghan musical genocide'?

Playing music is an act of resistance for these Afghan students in Portugal: "Each performance of our school is a protest against what is happening in Afghanistan."

17/03/2023

Cinema

European cinema rewarded at Portugal's Fantasporto film festival

This 43rd edition of one of Portugal's most famous film festivals marked a victory for European cinematography and also a landmark occasion for art historians with the chance to see long lost frescoes at the venue's new location in Porto.

05/03/2023

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Why Lisbon has become a top destination for remote tech workers

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A history of startup success and a unique tech ecosystem make the Portuguese capital one of the world’s most desirable locations for tech workers.

02/03/2023

Portugal

Thousands protest in Portugal over the country's cost of living crisis

Thousands of protesters took to the streets of the Portuguese capital Lisbon calling on the government to act on the country's cost of living crisis

26/02/2023

Destinations

Why you should add Madeira to your summer bucket list

Portugal's sunny island of Madeira is packed with adventure.

24/02/2023

Portugal

Concern over low number of Ukraine children in Portuguese schools

Only about 32 per cent of the estimated 14,000 Ukrainian child refugees living in Portugal are attending local schools.

21/02/2023

Portugal

More than 4,800 cases of sexual abuse in Portugal's Catholic Church

An independent commission has reported that more than 4,800 children were abused within the Catholic Church in Portugal but warned that figure could be much higher.

14/02/2023

Portugal

Sexual abuse in the Portuguese Catholic Church of 'epic proportions'

A report soon to be released found sexual abuse in the Portuguese Catholic Church was of 'epic proportions' in some places

03/02/2023

Sport

Grand Prix Portugal 2023: Portuguese Sampaio is the hero of the day

On the final day of the Grand Prix Portugal 2023 in Almada, Portuguese Patricia Sampaio took gold for her country in the judo competition while Kim Minjong put Korea firmly at the top of the medal table with four Golds.

30/01/2023

Sport

Portugal Grand Prix 2023: Timo takes first gold for Portugal

On the second day of the 2023 Portugal Grand Prix, Portugal’s Barbara Timo strikes gold; Uzbekistan’s Obidkhon Nomonov takes his first Grand Prix gold medal; and Australia’s Maeve Coughlan takes her first gold – only the second ever for her country.

29/01/2023