The Latest Breaking News from Portugal

Bernie Ecclestone's Private Jet Stopped After Shotgun Found on Board as F1 Billionaire Questioned in Portugal

Bernie Ecclestone was questioned by Portuguese authorities after an undocumented shotgun was found on his private jet. He claimed it was for a clay-pigeon shooting competition.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8

Bernie Ecclestone questioned after shotgun found on his private jet in Portugal

The 95-year-old former Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone said he was questioned by police in Portugal after a shotgun was found on his private jet

The Guardian - UK · Sep 7

Record fuel price rise sparks honking protests in Portugal amid public anger

A slow-drive protest and blaring car horns marked the day fuel prices rose again in Portugal, with fuel costs hitting record highs across Europe.

Euronews · Sep 7

Fitch upgrades Portugal to A+, its best credit rating in 15 years

The upgrade reflects years of falling public debt and stronger-than-expected growth in Portugal, Fitch said, restoring a rating not seen since 2011. President Seguro hailed the news, though Fitch cautioned that defence spending and housing costs still pose risks.

Euronews · Sep 5

Vulnerable people are urged to stay at home as North African dust hits Portugal

Air quality will worsen in coming days across much of mainland Portugal due to North African dust, especially in central and southern areas; health authorities urge vulnerable people to take extra care.

Euronews · Sep 4

Lisbon: MOTELX launches 20th edition with expanded programme and plenty of horror

Marking its 20th edition, the festival stretches over more days and more venues, packed with new discoveries and cult favourites at Portugal's scariest film event.

Euronews · Sep 3

Portugal's car market surges as electric vehicle sales jump 65%

Portugal's car market grew 11.3% in August, with electric vehicle sales surging 65.2% and now making up more than a third of new car sales.

Euronews · Sep 3

Portugal: Kiala aims to bring Black authors from the margins to the heart of publishing

The imprint founded by Elga Fontes entered the market in May to tackle the lack of Black authors and show their work goes beyond racism, discrimination or suffering. In 2026 it will publish two books and already has its 2027 list agreed.

Euronews · Sep 1

'We're facing a double whammy': America's hottest tinned fish snack is shrinking by nearly half thanks to climate change and war in Iran

Sardine landings in Morocco, the world’s top supplier, have fallen nearly 46% as warming waters and war-driven fuel costs squeeze the fleet.

Fortune · Aug 31

'They wrote little letters': How kids in Portugal are making money off their neighbours' plastic waste

The first ever bottle deposit return scheme in southern Europe is helping the environment - and funding kids' bucket list trips.

Euronews · Aug 31