Sporting Lisbon return to Primeira Liga action at Estadio Jose Alvalade, looking to steady their domestic campaign as they host Casa Pia in the 18th round of the season. The match comes at a sensitive moment for the home side following their recent exit from the Taca da Liga, where hopes of reaching a second […]
Portugal’s presidential election has entered a decisive phase as far right candidate Andre Ventura heads into Sunday’s first round of voting with polling momentum that places him ahead of his rivals. Surveys suggest Ventura is positioned to top the initial ballot, marking a symbolic milestone for a political figure whose rise has reshaped the country’s […]
Two police officers based in Lisbon have been formally charged in a serious criminal case involving allegations of torture, abuse of power and the targeting of vulnerable individuals, according to judicial authorities. The officers, both in their twenties and currently in custody following their arrest last summer, are accused of repeatedly assaulting homeless people and […]
Portugal’s luxury real estate market is entering 2026 with renewed confidence, as fresh data suggests the high end of the housing sector continues to outperform the broader market across Europe. According to the latest Luxury Outlook 2026 report, the country has positioned itself as one of the most dynamic destinations for premium property, benefiting from […]
A routine Ryanair flight from Marrakech to Barcelona turned into an unexpected test of nerves after a disruptive passenger triggered an emergency landing, reminding travelers how quickly calm cabins can unravel. Shortly after take off, a woman described fellow passengers as visibly intoxicated began shouting at others on board and refused to comply with instructions […]
Portugal has decided to temporarily close its embassy in Iran, a move that reflects growing concern over the security situation in the region as tensions continue to simmer. The decision was announced the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which cited the broader climate of instability and the risk of armed conflict as key factors behind the […]
Portugal used a formal state visit in Lisbon to send a clear signal of alignment with Estonia, as the two countries publicly reinforced their political and security partnership at a time of continued tension across Europe. Speaking at the Belém Palace alongside Alar Karis, Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa emphasized unity between the two […]
Driving across Europe is set to feel noticeably different as the European Union moves closer to overhauling how licences are issued, checked, and enforced. Plans now taking shape point toward a single European style driving licence that would be valid across all member states and available in digital form. Instead of relying solely on physical […]
Portugal is entering 2026 with a familiar label attached and this time it is one investors seem comfortable repeating. Stability. New economic forecasts point to growth between 2 and 2.3 percent this year, a range that may not turn heads in faster moving markets but continues to reassure those looking for predictability over spectacle. Domestic […]
Cristiano Ronaldo has added another statement piece to his global property portfolio, this time firmly rooted in Portugal, as his newly completed mansion in Cascais quietly moves from construction site to reality. Set in Quinta da Marinha, one of the country’s most exclusive residential areas, the property reflects a blend of privacy, scale, and long-term […]
