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. Euronews · Sep 18
New Portugal boss picks Cristiano Ronaldo in first squad since World Cup disappointment IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 18
Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal’s Nations League squad despite retirement hint Cristiano Ronaldo hinted last month that he has entered the final year of his football career The Independent UK · Sep 18
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. Euronews · Sep 18
Investigation launched into death of Ukrainian activist found dead in the Algarve Tributes have been paid to Pavlo Sadokha, a leading voice for Ukrainians in Portugal The Independent UK · Sep 17
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. Euronews · Sep 17
Bijapur Beyond the Whispering Gallery: Monuments, Itinerary and What the Gol Gumbaz City Really Holds Why Bijapur Keeps Getting UndersoldGol Gumbaz has one of the largest domes in the world, 44 metres in diameter, second only to St Peter's Basilica in Rome, and that fact alone pulls every bus tour in and out of Bijapur within a morning. The Whispering Gallery on its interior balcony… Times Life · Sep 17
F1 reveals 2027 calendar as Monaco joins expanded sprint schedule Monaco will host an F1 sprint race for the first time in 2027 as the championship expands the format from six to 10 events on its new 24-race calendar Autosport · Sep 16
F1 announces 2027 calendar - with Monaco among 10 sprint races Monaco will host an F1 sprint race for the first time in 2027 as the championship expands the format from six to 10 events on its new 24-race calendar Motorsport · Sep 16
F1 sprint races increase from six to 10 and Portugal and Turkey return in 2027 calendar Monaco and Bahrain are among the extra venues for sprints, while Portugal and Turkey return to the sport The Guardian - UK · Sep 16
This understated hotel nestled in vineyards is the best-kept secret of the Douro Valley From the hidden corners of Comporta and lesser-known parts of Lisbon, Victoria Harper, whose husband is Portuguese, thought she knew Portugal well. Little did she know, it would take her over twenty years to discover one of the Douro’s Valley most charming spots The Independent UK · Sep 15
30 Striking Artworks By Heather Chontos That Prove A Blank Canvas Isn’t Necessary Living in Portugal's Serra São Mamede natural park with her daughter and a small menagerie of horses, dogs, and a few chickens who've clearly decided they run the place, Heather Chontos has built a life that looks nothing like the polished, gallery-circuit version of being an artist. And yet art… Bored Panda · Sep 14
Portugal decriminalized drugs 25 years ago, but the real lesson is what it built around this policy Nearly 70,000 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2025. While that is a decline from the nearly 108,000 deaths recorded in 2022, these grim figures distinguish the U.S. from other high-income countries. At the peak of the opioid crisis, the U.S. overdose death rate was 68% higher than Canada’s… The Conversation · Sep 14
Energy beneath our feet: Could rock be used as a battery for renewables? Portuguese scientists studied options for storing energy as compressed air in deep porous rock. In the best case, one reservoir could power a small town. Euronews · Sep 14
Sports Illustrated · Sep 12 ‘Major Issue’—The Dispute Surrounding the 2030 World Cup Final The 2030 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco.
Euronews · Sep 12 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.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11 Gore, gimps and a potty-mouthed magpie: welcome to the Lisbon horror festival where nightmares are a dream MotelX – Portugal’s only film festival dedicated to horror – hopes to inspire local film-makers by showcasing world-class scares. Now in its 20th edition, its directors say truly nerve-shredding cinema is its holy grail
Euronews · Sep 11 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.
Euronews · Sep 11 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.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11 ‘I never imagined such pleasure could be had from the simple sardine’: readers’ favourite foodie experiences in Europe Your top culinary discoveries, from Bled cake in Slovenia to sardines in Portugal and seafood soup in Spain
Euronews · Sep 11 Leaf-peeping in Europe: The best destinations for autumn colours Europe offers a long and varied autumn, with colourful forests, mountain valleys and vineyards putting on spectacular seasonal displays. From Slovenia and Scotland to Finland and Portugal, here are some of the best places to see autumn’s reds, oranges and golds.
Euronews · Sep 10 EU cuts primary student-teacher ratio to 13.3 as decade-long growth falters The EU had 23.2 million primary students in 2024, down 0.2% from 2023. Since 2014, numbers have risen by 2.9%, though trends vary widely: Luxembourg and Slovenia grew the most, while Poland, Croatia and Portugal saw major declines.
The Economic Times · Sep 10 SC dismisses gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from custody The Supreme Court dismissed Abu Salem's plea for immediate release from custody. He sought release after completing twenty-five years in jail as per extradition terms. The Bombay High Court had previously rejected his petition as premature and misconceived. Salem was extradited from Portugal in November two thousand five for his…
Euronews · Sep 9 Immersed in tradition: 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.
The Independent UK · Sep 8 When is Ballon d’Or 2026 ceremony? Date, contenders and how to watch Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Rodri and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are among the top contenders for the men’s award