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Portugal rejects additional vacation days for regular blood donors

On 22 May, Parliament rejected a bill from the Iniciativa Liberal (IL) that would have granted additional vacation days to regular... In News - 22 May 2026, 15:33

PIG Parade returns to support vulnerable children through art

In Community - 22 May 2026, 15:04

5 new LGBT+ podcasts to listen to this week

In Entertainment - 22 May 2026, 14:51

Portuguese can now see on SNS 24 how much their healthcare cost the State

In News, Health - 22 May 2026, 11:33

Private hospital plans to invest €120 million in Portugal

In News, Health, Business - 22 May 2026, 10:33

Engel & Völkers Portimão celebrates eight-year milestone

In Property, Events, Algarve - 22 May 2026, 09:31

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Lifestyle

First Drive: Is Volvo’s EX60 a new electric game-changer?

 Volvo is quickly expanding its line-up of electric models, so is the EX60 a worthy addition? Jack Evans has been finding out... In Lifestyle - 21 May 2026, 15:08

The Ultimate Guide to Hosting the Perfect Children’s Party for Expats in Portugal

In Lifestyle, Portugal - 20 May 2026, 08:30

Honoring a Legacy: A Guide to Meaningful and Custom Memorial Gifts

In Lifestyle - 19 May 2026, 10:13

Beach after work? That’s Algarve life

In Algarve - 18 May 2026, 19:05


Thoughts that went astray

In Lifestyle - 18 May 2026, 09:55



The Renault 4: France meets Fado

In Lifestyle - 18 May 2026, 08:01

The Portugal News logo Exclusives

The Portugal News Strengthens International Reach at EU Open House 2026 in Washington D.C.

Third Embassy Edition attracts thousands of visitors and delivers strong engagement for... In News, North America

Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will visit Portugal

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will visit Portugal, as per a press release sent to The... In News, United Kingdom

Good News

Portugal closes chapter on wild animals in circuses

Wild animals are set to disappear entirely from Portuguese circuses this summer, after a voluntary agreement was reached to retire... In Good News - 07 May 2026, 09:44

An Elevated Evening of Purpose: Tribulum Restaurante Raises €10,000 for Prostate Cancer Research

Tribulum Restaurante places great importance on community engagement. This is why we are... In Good News, Health - 04 May 2026, 14:23

Expat Dads Take on Portugal’s Highest Peak for Faro Orphanage

In Good News, Community - 03 Nov 2025, 20:10


The secret to youthful hands

In Health - 30 Oct 2025, 10:08



Lord Foster wins bid to design national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II

In United Kingdom, Good News - 24 Jun 2025, 11:57

Editor's Choice

Portugal becoming a strategic European hub for AI-ready data centres

In News, Economy - 08 May 2026, 12:03

Home & Garden

Portugal will offer discounts on new appliance purchases

Starting 1 December, returning old appliances could result in immediate discounts on new appliances. In News, Home & Garden - 20 May 2026, 11:03

How gardeners can help greenfinch numbers

If you’ve taken your bird feeders down, the plants you grow can make a difference. In Home & Garden - 16 May 2026, 13:13

The ultimate guide to building an extension this summer

In Home & Garden - 04 May 2026, 10:12


How to create a cottage garden in a small space

In Home & Garden - 01 May 2026, 15:28


Secrets to a stylish and functional entrance way

In Home & Garden - 30 Apr 2026, 14:53


Money-saving tips for the thrifty gardener

In Home & Garden - 29 Apr 2026, 14:30

Food & Drink

Portugal named the country with the most resilient food and agricultural system in the world

Developed by Economist Impact, part of The Economist, the index evaluated the strength of 60 nations, awarding Portugal a score of... In News - 21 May 2026, 08:03

Viseu celebrated spring with the return of "Dão no Mercado" in the historic centre

Over three days, the Mercado 2 de Maio transformed into a showcase for the region's great... In News, Food & Drink - 18 May 2026, 15:33


Lisbon Wine Event Offers Tastings of More Than 300 Portuguese Wines

In News, Food & Drink - 14 May 2026, 18:03



Eating out locally in the Algarve

In Food & Drink - 09 May 2026, 18:01

Entertainment

International podcast analyses Portugal and Portuguese diasporas

Anthropologist Miguel Moniz and historian Gilberto Fernandes have launched a new international English-language podcast dedicated... In News, Culture, Entertainment - 13 May 2026, 11:03

Angola, Hollywood and the Portuguese-Speaking World’s New Screen Moment

We learn early on that films are not merely entertainment. They are stories told to change... In Lifestyle, Entertainment - 06 May 2026, 09:05

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

In Entertainment - 03 Apr 2026, 10:00

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

In Entertainment - 23 Mar 2026, 11:19


Old And Ancient Games Still Being Played In The Modern Age

In Lifestyle - 17 Mar 2026, 15:50


5 new podcasts to listen to this week

In Entertainment - 12 Mar 2026, 11:06


5 new podcasts to listen to this week

In Lifestyle - 06 Mar 2026, 11:37

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Community

“Three Sisters” produced by Momento

A theatre company sets out to stage Three Sisters. What unfolds instead becomes the performance itself. In Community - 22 May 2026, 09:04

Paderne Bike Ride

Sunday, 24 May: Bike ride starting in Paderne. In Community - 21 May 2026, 16:04

Allies Gather in Elvas to Honour the Legacy of the Peninsular War

In Community - 19 May 2026, 10:33

Parting is such sweet sorrow…

In Community - 17 May 2026, 12:04

ESTOI – A Rotary White Night

In Community - 15 May 2026, 12:04


Local Bar in Carvoeiro Raises Funds for Algarve Bombeiros

In News, Community, Algarve - 15 May 2026, 11:33


Filipe de Magalhães opens XXVI Lagoa Choral Week

In Community - 14 May 2026, 15:04


How a shared challenge brought Maia and Joe Mountain to the Sahara — and back closer than ever

In Community - 14 May 2026, 09:04

Curiosity

St Stephen

Stephen was a Jewish convert who was one of seven deacons ordained by apostles for his efforts in helping to grow the Christian... In Curiosity - 17 May 2026, 10:01

St Stephen

Stephen was a Jewish convert who was one of seven deacons ordained by apostles for his... In Curiosity - 10 May 2026, 09:01

St Cecilia

In Curiosity - 03 May 2026, 09:01

Following the Fat Cats of Gurudom

In Curiosity - 02 May 2026, 07:01

Where to watch the solar eclipse in Portugal?

In News, Curiosity - 01 May 2026, 18:03

St. Lydwine

In Curiosity - 26 Apr 2026, 09:01


Beyond Appearances: A Full Moon That Encourages Authentic Living

In Curiosity - 26 Apr 2026, 07:31


St Cecilia

In Curiosity - 19 Apr 2026, 09:58


The Resurrection of Self

In Curiosity - 12 Apr 2026, 07:33

Events

An Executive Lunch with Vikram Gandhi in Lisbon

The Canada-Portugal Chamber of Commerce (CPCC) will host an exclusive executive lunch in Lisbon on 12 June, bringing together... In Events - 20 May 2026, 10:22

Algarve 7s 2026 Returns for Its Biggest Edition Yet

The Algarve is set to once again host Southern Europe’s biggest international... In Sport - 19 May 2026, 10:34

Lisbon event explores how AI and data are changing security

In News - 16 May 2026, 09:33

Art & Wine Festival at Quinta dos Vales

In Events - 15 May 2026, 12:01

Kindness for a Happier Life: Why the World Happiness Summit Chose Portugal

In Events - 15 May 2026, 10:31

Algarve’s Stars Align: All Stars Cinema Returns

In Algarve, Events - 14 May 2026, 12:31


Catholic Mass in English

In Community - 13 May 2026, 15:04


Portugal Charity Network Meeting

In Community - 13 May 2026, 12:04


Inside the thinking behind one of Lisbon’s most culturally ambitious TEDx events

In Business, Events - 13 May 2026, 11:59

Health

5 early signs of SMA for parents to look out for

Key signs of spinal muscular atrophy include severe muscle weakness, difficulty breathing or swallowing, and missing developmental... In Health - 22 May 2026, 09:29

Portugal to experience high pollen concentration next week

From 22 May until next Thursday, 28 May, mainland Portugal will experience high levels of... In News, Health - 22 May 2026, 07:33

Suspected case of hantavirus in Portugal tests negative

In News - 20 May 2026, 12:03

Health authorities ban sunscreens in Portugal

In News - 20 May 2026, 07:03

Risk of Ebola outbreak in Portugal is low

In News - 19 May 2026, 18:33

Portugal spends €4.417 million on medicines

In News, Health - 19 May 2026, 09:33


Cancer survival rate in Portugal reaches 66%

In News, Health - 19 May 2026, 08:33


Portugal spending €613,000 a day on weight-loss drugs

In News, Health - 18 May 2026, 12:03


To increase blood donations in Portugal an extra day off is proposed

In News, Health - 18 May 2026, 10:33

Galactic

Alleged UFO sighted in Portugal

An alleged unidentified flying object (UFO) was sighted on 10 March in Portugal. In News, Galactic, Porto & North - 11 Mar 2026, 18:33

Cosmic Research

Chinese astronomers have used a small telescope in Antarctica to observe a type of cosmic... In Asia, World, Galactic - 24 Jan 2026, 19:31

When can you see a total eclipse in Portugal next?

In News, Portugal, Galactic - 27 Sep 2025, 18:02



Irish astronomers aided ‘remarkable discovery’ of new planet

In News, World, Galactic - 26 Aug 2025, 10:57


Places of Worship

The Resilient Spirit of São Paulo in Lisbon

Check out the video! In Places of Worship - 17 May 2026, 09:31

Church of the Week: We can’t control everything our children face, but we can shape what grounds them

For the past two years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as pastor of Christ the King,... In Places of Worship - 14 May 2026, 13:57

The Big Black Basalt Church in the Azores

In Places of Worship - 28 Apr 2026, 07:31

What happens when people stop coming to church?

In Places of Worship - 24 Apr 2026, 11:43

From Brokenness to Restoration: A South African Home Transforming Women’s Lives Needs Your Help

In Places of Worship - 16 Apr 2026, 10:55



Part of the testimony I shared when celebrating the one year of fellowship in Vila Real de Santo António.

In Places of Worship - 10 Apr 2026, 07:10


Arts & Crafts

Where Sip & Paint Meets Art History

Imagine a place where even the wine glasses, brushes, music, textures, and conversations feel carefully composed, like part of a... In Arts & Crafts - 22 May 2026, 09:01

Introducing the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize

The Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize returns for 2026, celebrating creativity,... In Arts & Crafts - 22 May 2026, 07:31

Art as a Healing Tool: A Conversation with Howard Bilton

In Arts & Crafts - 15 May 2026, 11:31

Reframing Faro through modernism

In Tourism - 03 May 2026, 08:01

15 Years of Contemporary Art

In Lifestyle - 01 May 2026, 07:01


The Naked Truth

In Lisbon - 06 Apr 2026, 09:21

Other Lifestyle Articles

How safe is bottled water?

Water is the staff of life and is essential for survival, so does it matter where it comes... In Health - 17 May 2026, 10:01

Portugal developing medication intelligent system

A project, scientifically coordinated by the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria, aims to... In News - 17 May 2026, 09:03

For Many Americans in Portugal, the Adjustment Begins at the Grocery Store

One of the first things many Americans notice after moving to Portugal is not the weather... In Lifestyle, North America, Portugal - 15 May 2026, 19:03

8 simple mood-boosting actions to support mental wellbeing

Prioritise doing something for yourself every week, even if it’s something small. In Lifestyle - 15 May 2026, 16:55

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

These are our top podcast picks. In Lifestyle - 15 May 2026, 14:39

Glyn Thomas explores Portugal’s hidden historical influences

In Portugal - 15 May 2026, 12:31

6 signs you have political anxiety right now – and how to cope

In Health - 15 May 2026, 09:29

5 gynaecological symptoms to flag up with a doctor

In Health - 14 May 2026, 16:54

“Avatar: Fire and Ashes” to be available on streaming platforms in Portugal

In News, Culture, Lifestyle - 14 May 2026, 09:03

Beyoncé in skeletal couture and 11 of the most eye-catching Met Gala outfits

In Lifestyle - 14 May 2026, 08:46