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Portugal

Portugal’s centre-right wins election, populists fight for government

Head of the centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition Luis Montenegro led his party to victory, while the left continue to cling onto political sway within parliament.

21/03/2024

Lifestyle

What is 2024’s coolest street in the world?

Every year, Time Out delve into all things cool and come up with a list of the world’s coolest streets - based on cultural hotspots, buzzy eateries and local favourites. Where do European streets rank in their new rating?

14/03/2024

World News

Portugal's election leaves the nation in a state of uncertainty

Portugal's election outcome leaves the nation in a state of uncertainty regarding its future, while simultaneously boosting the morale of the radical right across Europe.

11/03/2024

Portugal

Centre-right and centre-left neck and neck in Portugal's tight election

Meanwhile in third place the far-right Chega (Enough) party surged in popularity. It's on course to get 18% - 11% more than in the previous election in 2022.

10/03/2024

Portugal

Polls open in Portugal’s general election

Polls opened in Portugal's general election on Sunday, with mainstream moderates trying to keep populists at bay.

10/03/2024

Portugal

Over nine million Portuguese to take to the polls on Sunday

More than nine million Portuguese are expected to go to the polls next Sunday to vote in early legislative elections. Voting began with almost 1.6 million Portuguese voters living abroad and asked to exercise their right to vote by mail.

07/03/2024

Travel News

Portugal, Italy, Spain: Top 3 beaches in the world are all in Europe

Portugal's Praia da Falésia takes the coveted top spot on Tripadvisor's ‘Best Beaches’ list

26/02/2024

Travel News

Europe’s crowded cities are getting creative to curb overtourism

From Venice to Amsterdam, bus bans and TikTok influencers are helping reduce tourist numbers.

16/02/2024

Destinations

3 of the 5 most welcoming places in the world are in Europe

From unique Greek architecture to local town squares bustling with life, travellers gave these destinations outstanding reviews.

02/02/2024

Sport

Turkey takes home two gold medals at final day of Judo Grand Prix

Mihael Zgank secured a tough win for his country while Hilal Ozturk fought hard to secure her first Grand Prix Gold.

29/01/2024

Sport

Japanese youth take home gold at day two of Judo World Tour

At -81kg Yoshito Hojo made his first appearance at the Judo Grand Prix in Portugal, taking home gold for his country,

28/01/2024

Sport

The first Judo Grand Prix of the year gets underway in Portugal

From Japan to Uzbekistan, day one at the Judo Grand Prix in Odivelas kicked off the 2024 season in spectacular fashion.

27/01/2024

Art

Step inside Joana Vasconcelos stunning Lisbon exhibition

MAAT Lisbon is exhibiting six of the Portuguese artist's most astonishing works - right on the banks of the Tagus river.

26/01/2024

Portugal

IKEA pokes fun at Portugal political scandal with new ad campaign

It's not the first time the Swedish flatpack furniture giant has dipped its advertising toes into Portuguese politics.

25/01/2024

Destinations

What are Europe's top sustainable destinations for 2024?

The sustainable category recognises places that focus on responsible tourism and environmentally friendly strategies.

07/01/2024

Travel News

Europe’s coolest train stations to visit in 2024

From a ‘railroad cathedral’ to an underground art exhibit, plan your next train trip around these beautiful stations in Europe.

29/12/2023

Portugal

Exclusive poll shows Portuguese voters in favour of early elections

Portuguese voters will head to the polls on 10 March to vote in early elections triggered by a government corruption scandal.

08/12/2023

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WATCH: Christmas season gets underway in Lisbon with tree lighting ceremony

The 1st of December is also a national holiday in Portugal, so thousands of people turned out to see the ceremony and marvel at the Christmas decorations and lights.

02/12/2023

Economy

Why has Portugal u-turned on tax breaks for foreign residents?

Portugal's parliament has extended tax breaks for foreign residents until the end of next year despite concerns about rising house prices for Portuguese residents. Euronews Business takes a look at why.

01/12/2023

Scenes

Meet the volunteers bent on rebuilding communities across Portugal

In partnership with Media City

"I was amazed when I saw 'Just a Change' tackle a very big problem in Portugal." Rundown homes and their occupants are being given much needed tender loving care by the volunteer group which aims to actively involve beneficiaries with repairs and renovations.

27/11/2023