The Portugal News

Five fires in the districts of Bragança, Guarda, Castelo Branco, and Viseu remained active at 9:00 a.m. today. 

The Minister of Internal Administration and her Secretaries of State have expressed their “deep regret and consternation” over the death of the Covilhã firefighter, who died on Sunday in an accident on the way to a fire.

The tourism accommodation sector recorded 9.2 million guests and 23 million room nights in the second quarter of 2025, corresponding to increases of 4.4% and 4.2%, respectively (2.4% more and 0.4% less, in the same order, than in the first quarter of 2025).

Embraer is set to strengthen its long-term commitment to Portugal with the establishment of a new subsidiary dedicated to air traffic control systems and defense integration. 

The artist Bordalo II has put up a poster in Praça do Comércio that reads “Vende-se Lisboa” (Lisbon for Sale) a city that the artist considers impossible to dream of living in.

Average gross monthly remuneration per worker (per job position) increased by 6.0%, to €1,741, in the quarter ending in June 2025 (corresponding to the second quarter of the year), compared to the same period in 2024.

The crypto market shifts quickly, and timing often decides who wins. Some projects rise from hype alone, while others take time to build strong bases that last through cycles. As swings in price shape sentiment, the long-term leaders will be those that mix lasting value with steady growth potential.

If you’re planning to drive to Spain, whether on vacation or for shorter visits, be aware that the traffic rules aren’t all the same as in Portugal.

The nine incidents causing major firefighting concern this afternoon are mobilizing 3,226 firefighters, 1,100 vehicles, and 13 aircraft, the national Civil Protection agency reported in a 2:00 p.m. update.

In 2025, the hunt for the best crypto to buy right now is more competitive than ever, with investors scanning the market for tokens that combine strong fundamentals with immediate upside potential. While market sentiment swings daily, certain projects are managing to deliver both hype and substance, attracting attention from retail traders and institutional whales alike.

The Mira Beneficiaries Association (ABM), based in Odemira, Beja district, is undertaking a series of projects worth nearly €27 million to strengthen water sustainability in the region. 

As August is Psoriasis Action Month – experts reveal what your skincare routine should really look like.

It’s all about choosing your goals and savings over guilt and social pressure.

These are the horoscopes for w/c August 18. By Patrick Arundell.

The Biscainhos Palace in Braga, valued at over €7.3 million, is set to be transformed into the Portuguese State from the Intermunicipal Community (CIM) of Cávado, in exchange for a number of other buildings and plots of land. 

As cryptocurrencies continue to dominate global financial discourse, more and more investors are turning to mainstream crypto assets like BTC, XRP, USDT, and USDC for payment, storage, and investment. 

CP – Comboios de Portugal has stated that the first of 22 new regional trains ordered from Stadler will arrive in the country later this year, and that the approval tests for the first railcars will be completed in 2026.

An Algarvian Summer treat was enjoyed by members of the local branch of the Chaine des Rôtisseurs last Friday.  Casa do Rio in Estombar is a warm, intimate venue and enjoys spectacular views over the Arade estuary. 

I met with the owner of the restaurant, Fabio, who shared the story behind his unique establishment, inspired by traditional American dining. We also spoke about his passion for hospitality and exciting plans for the future. 

New paintings, sculptures and graffiti will emerge in the quarries of Porto de Mós, Leiria district, as 23 artists from five countries work between 22 and 31 August. 

The Ministries of Economy and Environment aim to recognise the Nuvem project, a transatlantic submarine cable between Sines and the US East Coast, as a “relevant public interest action,” subject to the implementation of mitigation measures.

For decades, ‘shoulder treatments’ have been a lie.

This fun, colourful, and educational children’s book is packed with interesting facts about our feathered friends.

APAL – Albufeira Promotion Agency will host a roadshow in Ireland and Scotland on October 7th and 9th, aiming to “promote Albufeira as a destination to tour operators and travel agents in these strategic markets.”

Pedro Armengol Rocafort, later known as Saint Peter Armengol, was born in La Guàrdia dels Prats, Spain, in 1238. 

In a major announcement made a few days ago, Spain’s national carrier, RENFE, revealed it plans to connect major European cities with a night train network.

Portugal’s ambitions to become a leader in renewable ocean energy have been given a major boost with the announcement that CorPower Ocean has secured €40 million from the EU Innovation Fund to develop VianaWave, a pre-commercial 10MW wave energy farm to be installed off the northern coast. 

It’s important to know whether or not you’re exempt from paying IUC in 2025 to better manage your budget.

Malaysia’s first forest helipad and tube well, built near the Kenderong Forest Reserve, are set to cut wildfire response times from over 10 minutes to just three. 

The number of passengers handled at national airports increased 4.8% to 34,480 million in the first half of the year, compared to the same period in 2024, with the United Kingdom as the main country of origin and destination for flights.

Japanese firm Lib Work, Ltd. has unveiled its first 3D-printed earth home built primarily from soil in Yamaga, Kumamoto. 

Airlines must provide basic assistance to travellers affected by strikes at Portuguese airports and provide financial compensation for delayed or lost baggage, explains an expert.

In a year already buzzing with competition for the title of top crypto 2025, few stories have stood out like BlockDAG’s latest achievement. Its 10 BTC auction awarded prizes worth over $1.206 million, marking one of the largest reward events ever seen during a presale.

In China’s sluggish job market, a new popular provider sees young adults paying ¥30 to ¥50 a day to work in “pretend offices”, equipped with computers, internet access and meeting rooms. 

An addiction expert explains how debilitating a shopping dependence can be.

Funchal City Council has invested €250,000 in the refurbishment of the Jardim do Campo da Barca, located at the eastern entrance to the city. 

In crypto, timing isn’t everything, execution is. Plenty of projects launch with bold claims and grand targets, but few offer real-time proof of value. Ethena (ENA) is currently balancing between pressure and potential, while Cardano (ADA) builds momentum around its next resistance test. Both show technical promise, but much of their value is still tied to speculation.

According to ArtTactic, auction sales of paintings over $10 million plunged 44 percent last year and remain down, breaking their usual correlation with a strong stock market. 

The international Celta train service running between Porto and Vigo will require passengers to change trains at Viana do Castelo from 17 August, in order to “ensure the continuity of the service,” announced Portuguese rail operator CP.

BP has announced its largest oil and gas find in 25 years off the coast of Brazil, marking its tenth discovery this year and reinforcing its shift back to the traditional hydrocarbons policy. 

Next week will bring changes to fuel prices, but only for diesel, as Petrol prices are expected to remain unchanged.

Researchers in Australia conducted a genetic analysis of a million individuals with stutters, which has indicated a potential component that could revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of this common disorder. 

The EQS 450+ promises one of the best ranges from any electric car on sale, but what else can it offer?

Writer and journalist Clara Cabral is bringing her book A Inglesa e o Marialva (The Englishwoman and the Marialva) to life through a unique book tour that traces the real-life locations in Portugal where the events of the story took place.

An excavation in the Dezydery Chłapowski Landscape Park has uncovered two Stone Age tombs belonging to the Funnel Breakers culture, famed for its monumental earthen mounds. 

Going to the supermarket is almost €21 more expensive this week than in the same period last year, according to DECO PROTeste.

Jenny. President of Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) and her erstwhile ‘car-boot’ assistant, taking a break from the Ferraguido Fair for the summer, headed towards Pedreiras outside of Messines. 

Helsinki has achieved a milestone in road safety by completing 12 months without a single traffic fatality. 

Applications are now open for the Road 2 Web Summit program, the initiative by Startup Portugal in partnership with Web Summit that shines a spotlight on Portugal’s most promising young startups. 

The cities of Amsterdam and Amersfoort are installing hundreds of small staircases along canals to help cats climb out if they fall in, as animal welfare groups noted high numbers of feline drownings.