The Latest Breaking News from Portugal

Thousands of dead puffins are washing up on Europe’s beaches – why it’s been such a dangerous winter for seabirds

February 2026 has seen thousands of dead seabirds washing up along the coastlines of the UK, France, Spain and Portugal.

The Conversation · Feb 27

Barracks, a brewery and an ancient city: New hope for seven endangered heritage sites in Europe

The seven sites were selected on the basis of their European cultural and social value.

Euronews · Feb 27

It's a family affair: Eurovision's 'Eurofans' find solace in songs in times of controversy

They're devoted fans who regard Eurovision not as a religion but as a family. For Eurofans, the big final event in May is a place for sharing, connecting and belonging, especially with this year's competition beset by boycott's and fights over Israel's participation.

Euronews · Feb 27

Milano-Cortina Games end: How Europe saw Italy’s Winter Olympics

As the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games wrapped up, many European countries returned home with medals. Euronews bureaus across Europe report on how the Games were received in their respective countries.

Euronews · Feb 23

‘Whenever Ronaldo and I cross paths in Portugal, it’s always a good excuse to meet again, have a laugh and relive the moments we shared’ Nani details his relationship with his former club and country team-mate

Nani and Ronaldo played together for club and country

FourFourTwo · Feb 22

The silent impact of climate change on mental health: what is eco-anxiety?

Eco-anxiety is "a term that encompasses the set of emotional responses of the population to the anticipation and experience of phenomena associated with climate change," explained psychologist Teresa Pereira to Euronews. How do you manifest (and deal with) these negative feelings?

Euronews · Feb 19

Thursday news quiz: catchphrases, crowds, coups and catastrophes

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19

A brake on the far right, but at what cost? Portuguese electoral showdown on The Ring

In this episode of The Ring, recorded at the Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon, we examine the outcome of Portugal’s presidential election and its implications for both the country and Europe.

Euronews · Feb 18

How to watch the Volta ao Algarve 2026 – Live streams, TV channels for all five stages

Joao Almeida and Oscar Onley part of five-stage race in Portugal this week – here's all the broadcast information for the Volta ao Algarve, and how to watch online and on TV.

Cycling News · Feb 18

Forget the Algarve – Portugal’s best winter escape is in the mountains

A century ago, the Serra da Estrela mountains were Portugal’s answer to the Swiss health resorts of St Moritz and Davos. Now, a historic sanatorium has been given a 21st-century makeover and is drawing people back to the hills

The Guardian - UK · Feb 18