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Portuguese street artist criticizes pope’s visit with banknote carpet

Alarmed by the official cost estimates of the papal visit, renowned Portuguese street artist Bordalo II has taken a stand by creating the pope's walk of shame...

1 August 2023

Destinations

The most beautiful pink places to visit in Europe

Here are some of the best pink sights around Europe.

4 July 2023

Destinations

Travel Fever: Europe heats up as US travellers flock to the continent

US travellers are flocking to Europe but where are the most popular spots and what can they expect this summer?

29 June 2023

Culture news

Amy Sherald joins Jill Biden on U.S. art delegation to Lisbon

Known for depicting the contemporary African American experience, Sherald travels to the Portuguese capital with fellow U.S. artists for a celebration of diversity in art

6 June 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 April 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 April 2023

Destinations

Skip Amsterdam and head to these European nightlife capitals instead

If you're still keen on visiting the Netherlands, here’s an underrated place to party.

4 April 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 March 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 March 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.

2 March 2023

World News

Rallies held across Europe call for peace and mark year since invasion

In Rome and Madrid, demonstrators wore and waved Ukraine's national flag, and called for an end to the killing.

27 February 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 January 2023

Travel News

Digital nomads flock to Portugal under new visa scheme

Under the scheme, remote workers are able to live and work in Portugal for a year - but there is a minimum income requirement.

26 January 2023

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Portugal battles with severe flooding

Lisbon and its suburbs are experiencing severe flooding, causing chaos and destruction. Many homes and businesses have been affected.

13 December 2022

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More bad weather affecting Finland and Portugal

Helsinki is suffering from the latest winter storm, with bus and train routes cancelled or reduced, and residents in Lisbon are being told to stay at home after more heavy rain overnight has flooded Portugal’s capital.

13 December 2022

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Watch: Floods cause chaos in Lisbon

Floods caused by heavy rainfall in the Portuguese capital Lisbon caused one death and material damage to buildings and services.

9 December 2022

Portugal

Deadly floods cause chaos in Lisbon

Lisbon is on high alert after heavy rains caused flooding in buildings and tunnels, swept cars away, and killed at least one person. A 55-year-old woman was found dead in a flooded basement of her home.

8 December 2022

Portugal

Woman dies after heavy rain causes flooding in Lisbon

The 55-year-old was killed after being trapped by water in her basement.

8 December 2022

Travel News

Ranked: The best and worst European cities for expats

A Spanish city tops the world rankings, but two European capitals are in the bottom 10.

29 November 2022

Conscious Travel

Sustainable travel: These are Europe’s most walkable cities

The historic sights are best admired on foot in these five cities.

22 November 2022