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Why does Portugal face its third snap election in three years?

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro is engulfed in a political scandal over his family's business activities. He is expected to lose a confidence vote on Tuesday, paving the way for yet another national vote.

11/03/2025

Culture news

Japanese cinema wins big at Portugal's Fantasporto film awards

'Dollhouse', presented at the world premiere, was the winner of the fantastic cinema competition at the Porto festival and promises to become a "J-horror" classic.

10/03/2025

Culture news

Carnival revelry, matrafonas and 50 years of freedom in Torres Vedras

The theme of Portugal's most popular carnival this year was the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. But was it a fitting celebration of freedom?

06/03/2025

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Portuguese village unveils carnival mural in tribute to Pope Francis

A mural inspired by a visit and meeting with the pontiff in the Vatican in January was unveiled on Tuesday in the village of Pondence in northeast Portugal.

06/03/2025

Economy

Portugal: Unemployment hits its lowest level in more than two years

Unemployment was 6.2% in Portugal in January 2025, the lowest since October 2022.

03/03/2025

Europe News

Macron urges unity in Europe as he visits Portugal to boost ties

French President Emmanuel Macron began a two-day state visit to Portugal to strengthen bilateral ties and encourage European unity as the fate of Ukraine remains uncertain under an increasingly critical Trump administration.

28/02/2025

Travel News

Cover up or face a fine, Portuguese resort town warns tourists

Albufeira is the latest European city to propose new laws to stop tourists walking around without their clothes on.

17/02/2025

Europe News

Lisbon hit by 4.8 magnitude earthquake, no damage reported

The Portuguese capital experienced a 4.8 magnitude earthquake on Monday, with the epicentre near the city of Seixal.

17/02/2025

Destinations

Braga: The artsy Portuguese city giving Lisbon a run for its money

The historic yet hip city of Braga offers Roman ruins, spiritual festivals and divine dining.

14/02/2025

Portugal

Portuguese national health service troubles continue

A specialist in health economics believes that the SNS' problem lies with its management capacity and that there may be a solution to the chaos. But the government has yet to act and patients continue to wait long hours to receive medical attention.

13/02/2025

Economy

Property sector in danger? More countries may follow Spain's tax moves

France, Greece and Portugal could also follow Spain's lead and potentially make significant property tax changes in an effort to tackle their respective housing crises and make real estate more affordable to residents.

11/02/2025

Destinations

From Tenerife to Tbilisi: 2025’s hottest digital nomad destinations

Some European cities like Lisbon consistently make it to the top of digital nomad rankings.

07/02/2025

Travel News

Italy or Spain? Where you can save money on a European package holiday

Package holidays have been more popular since COVID - but that is driving up prices.

28/01/2025

Experiences

Grab a window seat for these unmissable European train journeys

From tiny towns to the steepest railways in the world, these journeys are about much more than the destination.

26/01/2025

Business

IAG emerges as major contender for stake in Portuguese airline TAP

A number of aviation firms, including Lufthansa and Air France-KLM, have also shown interest in the Portuguese carrier but BA owner, IAG, is widely viewed by analysts as the frontrunner.

24/01/2025

Destinations

From volcanic sands to giant waves: Europe’s beaches shine in winter

As part of the shift towards ‘coolcations’, beaches are becoming increasingly popular for winter trips.

11/01/2025

EuroVerify

Portugal isn't issuing a commemorative Ronaldo coin

The online claims allege that 25,000 €7 coins honouring the Portuguese football star would enter circulation, with a purchase price of €7.50.

07/01/2025

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

Experiences

All the new European hiking routes that opened in 2024

Hiking is a way to see lesser-visited parts of a country - and do so in a more sustainable manner.

04/01/2025

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