Three men were injured in the early hours of Wednesday after gunshots were fired from a moving vehicle along Rua do Benformoso in Lisbon’s Martim Moniz area, prompting a large scale police response and renewed concern over public safety in the neighbourhood. Emergency services were alerted shortly after midnight when reports emerged of shots being […]
The Lisbon Marriott Hotel has announced the appointment of Madalena Maurício as its new Operations Director, marking a significant leadership transition at one of Portugal’s leading hospitality properties. Maurício steps into the role with extensive experience within Marriott International and a strong background in financial management. In her new position, she will oversee Accommodation, Housekeeping, […]
Emergency crews responded Sunday night to a vehicle crash in Lisbon, Connecticut, after a car struck a utility pole along Route 169, causing wires to fall and forcing a temporary road closure. The incident occurred on North Burnham Highway, where first responders, including local fire crews, utility workers, and state personnel, were dispatched to secure […]
The exhibition Detour Portuguese artist Pedro Casqueiro is now open in Lisbon, presenting an extensive overview of his artistic journey across more than four decades. Hosted at the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, widely known as MAAT, the show brings together approximately 80 paintings created between 1980 and 2025, offering visitors a rare opportunity […]
The layout of the future Lisbon airport has taken a significant step forward after authorities confirmed the positioning of its runways, a development that also triggers new construction restrictions in surrounding areas. The updated configuration clarifies how the infrastructure will sit within the Alcochete zone, long identified as the preferred site for the capital’s new […]
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was felt across parts of the Lisbon region early Thursday afternoon after a tremor struck near Alenquer in the Lisbon district. The seismic event was recorded at 12:14 pm local time and originated approximately four kilometres west northwest of the town of Alenquer at a depth of 15 kilometres, according to […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over a proposed lease arrangement concerning the strategic military base on Diego Garcia, warning that the move could weaken the United Kingdom’s control over a key defence asset. Speaking on Wednesday, Trump described the decision as a significant mistake, suggesting that the British […]
Lisbon Fashion Week has officially unveiled the name, theme and programme for its 66th edition, scheduled to take place from 12 to 15 March at Pátio da Galé. Organised Associação ModaLisboa in partnership with Lisbon City Council, the event will be held under the title ModaLisboa Pebbling, presented Omoda & Jaecoo, with the two automotive […]
Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport has been ranked fifth among the top 50 airports in Europe, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading aviation hubs. The ranking, published Travel and World Tour, highlights not only the airport’s operational performance but also its strategic geographic role connecting Europe with other regions. As Portugal’s main international […]
Lisbon will host two specialised maritime training courses in April as the Institute of International Container Lessors prepares to deliver Dry Van and Refrigerated Container Inspection and Repair programmes in Portugal’s capital. The sessions are scheduled for 15 and 16 April 2026 and are aimed at professionals involved in container operations, inspection, maintenance, and logistics. […]
