The Latest Breaking News from Portugal

Scorching temperatures in Spain, France and Portugal are caused by powerful Atlantic anticyclone which is centred close to the British Isles

The heatwave sweeping across southwestern Europe is expected to peak Thursday in Spain, with blistering temperatures already fueling wildfires across the Iberian Peninsula and France.

The Dutch had thrown away a two-goal lead.

Netherlands 3-2 Portugal: The Dutch were stunned after losing a two-goal lead but Van de Donk’s second-half strike means they join Sweden on four points at the top of Group C

Portugal fought back from a two-goal deficit to level an enthralling game but Daniëlle van de Donk’s second-half rocket gave Netherlands a 3-2 victory

Daniëlle van de Donk’s superb strike sealed victory after Portugal’s fightback from 2-0 down had rocked the defending champions

Wildfires have been raging through parts of Europe, with thousands of firefighters tackling blazes amid a heatwave gripping the continent.

Costs incurred from extending your stay in Spain are at the traveller’s own expense. As such, you are strongly advised to ensure that your insurance policy provides adequate cover

Thousands of firefighters battled more than 20 blazes that raged on Wednesday across Portugal and western Spain, menacing villages and disrupting tourists' holidays amid a heat wave that pushed temperatures above 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) in some parts of Europe.