Portugal

Health news

Urgent patients face more than nine hour wait periods in Portugal

Patients seeking urgent medical attention in Portugal face wait times exceeding nine hours at hospitals across the country.

07/01/2025

Europe News

Rubbish mounts on Lisbon's streets as strike continues for second day

Lisbon’s waste collection workers are on strike, leaving piles of trash across the city as unions demand better conditions and accuse the authorities of failing to address the issues.

27/12/2024

Culture news

'Around 250 treasure-laden shipwrecks may lie in Portuguese waters'

An archaeologist believes that around 250 shipwrecks with lost treasures may be hidden in Portuguese waters, but left unprotected due to a lack of government intervention.

23/12/2024

Europe News

Portuguese manufacturers warn of automotive industry crisis impact

The Portuguese automotive manufacturing industry's exports are predicted to fall in November and December, as demand for new cars slows across Europe.

20/12/2024

Europeans' Stories

How can the European Union tackle ‘brain drain’?

Our reporter Julián López has travelled to Portugal to investigate the reasons behind, and consequences of, brain drain there - and the possible solutions being explored.

18/12/2024

Europe News

Building inclusion: This cafe empowers people with disabilities

Since 1992, 3 December has been recognised as the International Day of People with Disabilities, yet many continue to face exclusion from the workforce.

03/12/2024

EuroVerify

Portugal's misleading immigration claims fact-checked

The issue of immigration is a prime target for misinformation in countries across Europe, and Portugal is no exception. EuroVerify takes a look at some of the claims by the Portuguese far right.

02/12/2024

Living

This Portuguese city will be the European Green Capital in 2026

The jury said that Guimarães demonstrated a vision that brings together citizens, academia and the private sector.

01/12/2024

Cinema

Viggo Mortensen on his return to directing with 'The Dead Don't Hurt'

With an extensive career as an actor, the Danish-American is back behind the camera with a second feature film. He speaks to Euronews about the experience.

30/11/2024

Europe News

Portuguese government announces €20 million security forces investment

€20 million will be invested to acquire 600 new vehicles for the country's police force. However, Portuguese police union representatives say it isn't enough.

28/11/2024

Europe News

Portuguese navy reports spike in Russian ship traffic near its coast

Portuguese naval authorities record heightened Russian ship activity, including spy vessels. Although deemed normal, they stress the importance of continued observation.

25/11/2024

Cinema

David Cronenberg on body horror, Trump and 'The Shrouds'

The creator of a bizarre and unique cinematic universe, the celebrated Canadian director was in Lisbon to present his latest film, 'The Shrouds', which won the Grand Jury Prize at the 18th edition of LEFFEST.

21/11/2024

Destinations

‘Look beyond Lisbon’: Portugal’s best wine and port towns for 2025

Lisbon locals can’t find affordable homes, transport is bursting at the seams and public services are under strain.

20/11/2024

Tech News

'AI could transform world but it has enormous risks' - O'Flaherty

The Council of Europe's new Commissioner for Human Rights warned that failing to defend Ukraine would be an "existential loss" to Europe at this year’s Web Summit tech event.

15/11/2024

Travel News

Lisbon's city airport night flight ban: A win for local residents?

Night flights have been an ongoing issue in Lisbon, disrupting the sleep of city residents.

14/11/2024

Tech News

Take on chess grandmaster Hans Niemann with the help of AI

Hans Niemann is gearing up to play tens of thousands of players simultaneously at Web Summit.

13/11/2024

Europe News

Extended parental leave in Portugal faces delays until at least 2025

Under the new proposal, the current four-month fully paid leave could be extended to six months, and five-month leave at 80% pay could increase to seven months.

11/11/2024

Tech News

Web Summit 2024: What to expect in a year of elections and AI

Web Summit returns to Lisbon with a long list of celebrities and major tech companies.

11/11/2024

Europe News

Thousands protest in Portugal to demand higher wages

Portugal is one of Western Europe's poorest countries with official data showing that more than half of all workers in country earn less than €1,000 a month.

10/11/2024

Art

European Pavilion's Liquid Becomings imagine future of EU culture

Four vessels, four rivers and countless possibilities for culture. The European Pavilion's Liquid Becomings year-long art project has reached its end in the Portuguese capital Lisbon, but poses fresh questions about how we could live better together.

08/11/2024

Europe News

Language barriers hinder Ukrainian doctors in Portugal

Ukrainian doctors in Portugal are facing language barriers that hinder their integration into the healthcare system. Despite initial pledges of support, concerns have been raised that “nothing has been done to help.”

04/11/2024

EuroVerify

Did a left-wing politician ask for Portugal's police to be disbanded?

After a police shooting of a Cape Verdean man in Lisbon, a Left Bloc politician called for accountability of Portugal's police force management if statements are proven to be untrue.

01/11/2024

Travel News

Madeira introduces tourist fee for popular hiking trails

From 1 January 2025, non-residents will need to pay to hike over 30 routes in Madeira.

01/11/2024

Food and Drink

'Old school fine dining is over': Top TV chef says comfort is key

Louise Bouratt is fusing her two nationalities as one of the Lisbon dining scene's rising stars. But she doesn't think stars are where it's at.

01/11/2024

Portugal

Thousands march in Lisbon against racism and police violence

The demonstrators demanded justice for Odair Moniz, the man shot by Portugal's police force.

27/10/2024

Europe News

Zelenska blasts global lack of reaction to Moscow's child deportations

Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska urged international organisations to take responsibility and called for "tangible answers" to help restore peace in Ukraine.

24/10/2024