Tradition meets innovation at Olhão festival
The FÉRTIL (Fertile) Festival is back in Olhão this October for its third edition, bringing together nature, art, innovation and community in a unique setting – the region’s beloved Ria
Historic Loulé shops host live music series
As part of the “Lojas com História” program, historic shops in Loulé will welcome live music performances throughout the rest of the year. The series kicks off on Saturday, September
Macieira marks 140 years with new bottle
Macieira, Portugal’s iconic brandy, has kicked off celebrations for its 140th anniversary with a new look. The brand’s flagship Macieira Royal Spirit has just arrived on shelves in a brand-new
Algarve hospitals welcome new nurses
The Algarve’s public health service welcomed 46 new nurses on Tuesday (September 10), in a move aimed at addressing the chronic shortage of these health professionals in the region. The
Algarve-born Iberian lynx spotted for first time in Pyrenees
An Iberian lynx born in captivity in Portugal’s Algarve region has made history after becoming the first of its species ever recorded in the Pyrenees, near the French border. The
Airport fees set to rise in Porto and Faro
Passengers at Porto and Faro airports could face higher airport charges in 2026, while those travelling through Lisbon may actually pay less, according to proposals put forward by ANA –
Faro surgeon faces 40-day suspension after trainee doctor’s negligence claims
A Faro Hospital surgeon is facing suspension after Portugal’s Health Inspectorate (IGAS) upheld serious allegations of medical negligence that may have led to three patient deaths. The health watchdog has
Conflicting theories in death of Moroccan man after police arrest in Algarve
Aita Ait Aissa, 26, was found unconscious on the roadside near Pechão on March 9, 2024, shortly after being arrested with another Moroccan man following disturbances in two local supermarkets.
Portugal beat Hungary 3-2 in crucial World Cup qualifier
Portugal celebrated a hard-earned 3-2 victory over Hungary last night in Budapest, with João Cancelo scoring the late winner to give Roberto Martínez’s men the three points. In what was
Flu shots free for young children
Portugal is expanding its flu vaccination program this year, offering free flu shots for all children aged 6 to 23 months in the 2025-2026 autumn-winter campaign, which kicks off on