The Latest Breaking News from Portugal

Europe airport chaos: UK travellers asked to arrive 3 hours early as border checks cause delays

Passengers travelling between the UK and several European destinations are facing delays because of the European Union's Entry Exit System (EES), a new border management scheme that requires non-EU travellers to register biometric data, including fingerprints, when entering participating countries.

The Times of India · May 30

The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

Euronews · May 30

Portugal deploys army to clear storm debris as wildfire season draws closer

Portugal consistently reports the largest percentage of burned land in the European Union relative to its size

The Independent UK · May 29

Ireland records 30C while Portugal nears 37C in May heat

A record May heatwave sent Irish temperatures above 30C and Portugal’s to 37C, drawing crowds outdoors and renewing worries over climate change.

Euronews · May 28

This beach in Portugal’s Algarve was just named the best in Europe

Monte Clérigo on the Costa Vicentina in Portugal’s south western tip was praised by European Best Destinations for its understated luxury and nature offering.

Euronews · May 27

Jet2 ‘chaos’ after pilot falls ill forcing flight to land in Portugal

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The Independent UK · May 26

Jet2 UK flight diverted to Portugal after pilot falls ill mid-flight

Sleeping air passengers awoke to ‘chaos’ on Friday morning

The Independent UK · May 26

Two French boys abandoned in Portugal to be returned to France, court document says

The Juvenile Court ordered that the two boys, aged four and five, be returned to their country of origin after French authorities decided to place them in the care of social services.

Euronews · May 26

U.S. Business Leaders are Quietly Plotting Their Escape to Europe: How Will They Get There?

Wealthy Americans are exploring dual citizenship or Golden Visas in an attempt to escape the U.S. for a better life in Europe. These are the options.

Kiplinger · May 26

Why Cristiano Ronaldo is not in the World Cup’s 50 greatest players

Despite having dominated in other tournaments, both domestic and international, Ronaldo has so far failed to excel on football’s grandest stage

The Independent UK · May 26