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easyJet cabin crew in Portugal plan October and December strikes

easyJet cabin crew in Portugal voted on Thursday to stage strikes from 2 to 6 October and 19 to 23 December over working conditions and pay.

Earth News

Portugal braces for rising temperatures and possible heatwave

In Portugal, temperatures could climb close to 38°C in the Alentejo and the Tagus Valley, driven by an anticyclone positioned north of the Azores.

Business

Portuguese prime minister outlines plan to tackle rising living costs without changing VAT

Luís Montenegro says the current situation could drag on for some time. But, unlike other European countries, he will not lower the consumption tax.

Culture news

'Macbeth' defies burning curse as Lisbon's Teatro D. Maria II reopens

The D. Maria II theatre reopens with "Macbeth", the Shakespearean tragedy being performed when a 1964 fire destroyed the building. Now the Bard of Avon's "cursed play" is being revived by Pedro Penim, this time with real flames on stage.

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Economy

Cuts to income tax: experts back the measures but warn situation in Portugal may worsen

A cut in income tax and pension bonuses bring some relief amid inflation and clawback measures, but global conditions may yet make matters worse.

Earth News

Fishing waste from the US and Canada reaches Portuguese beaches

Lobster-fishing plastics have drifted across the Atlantic and washed up on Faial and Pico islands, over 3,000 km away. The oldest item dates back to 1983.

Culture news

MOTELX ends 20th edition with awards for Nordic cinema

Portugal's scariest festival wrapped up with the Méliès d'Argent for best European feature going to a Danish film set in 19th-century Faroe Islands, and tributes to Solveig Nordlund and Julie Corman.

Europe News

Diesel in Portugal hits record high, Spain introduces new discount

Many Portuguese already cross the border to fill up; the trend is now even clearer, as Spain's government adds a 20-cent-per-litre discount, making Spanish diesel the second cheapest in the EU.

Made in Europe

From bottle stoppers to rockets: How Portugal is reinventing cork

Portugal produces around half of the world’s cork. Here, the world’s largest cork company, Corticeira Amorim, continues to open new markets by transforming this ancient natural resource into high-tech materials. In this report, we explore its methods, from harvesting to production.

The Cube

Fact check: Which EU economy is performing the best?

Recent comments by Portugal's prime minister have prompted discussion about which EU country currently has the best-performing economy and employment growth rate.

Travel News

A guide to celebrating the grape harvest in Portugal's Douro region

The scent of crushed grapes fills the Douro in September. At harvest time, local producers invite tourists to roll up their sleeves and join an immersive journey from vine to glass.

Culture news

Boycott? Portuguese artists cancel shows at Seinfeld-headlined festival

Several performers have pulled out of an October comedy festival, apparently in protest at headliner Jerry Seinfeld's pro-Israel stance on the Gaza war.

Europe News

Bullet-riddled Ukrainian ambulance displayed in Lisbon

Totally wrecked, this vehicle, parked for a day outside the Russian embassy in Lisbon, highlights the reality of the war in Ukraine. The exhibition aims to raise funds to send medical vehicles there.

Business

Fitch upgrades Portugal to A+, its best credit rating in 15 years

The upgrade reflects years of falling public debt and stronger-than-expected growth in Portugal, Fitch said, restoring a rating not seen since 2011. President Seguro hailed the news, though Fitch cautioned that defence spending and housing costs still pose risks.

Business

TAP privatisation: Portuguese government opens talks with Air France-KLM and Lufthansa

The deal, which could be finalised soon, involves selling up to 49.9% of TAP's share capital, with 5% of the stake reserved for employees.

Health news

Vulnerable people urged to stay home as African dust hits Portugal

Air quality will worsen in coming days across much of mainland Portugal due to North African dust, especially in central and southern areas; health authorities urge vulnerable people to take extra care.

Cinema

Lisbon: MOTELX launches 20th edition with expanded programme and plenty of horror

Marking its 20th edition, the festival stretches over more days and more venues, packed with new discoveries and cult favourites at Portugal's scariest film event.

Business

Portugal's car market surges as electric vehicle sales jump 65%

Portugal's car market grew 11.3% in August, with electric vehicle sales surging 65.2% and now making up more than a third of new car sales.

Tech News

Meet the man tracking 39,000 flights over Lisbon from his terrace

Fed up with plane noise over his terrace, António Boaventura built Lisbon Finals, a platform that tracks every flight over the city in real time, from altitude to decibels.

Culture news

Portugal: Kiala aims to bring Black authors from the margins to the heart of publishing

The imprint founded by Elga Fontes entered the market in May to tackle the lack of Black authors and show their work goes beyond racism, discrimination or suffering. In 2026 it will publish two books and already has its 2027 list agreed.