Faro launches ‘social radar’ project to help “vulnerable” citizens
The municipal council of Faro has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening local support networks and ensuring that no one in the community is left behind. Backed by funding
Portuguese entrepreneur launches premium petite fashion brand in UK
A new fashion brand specifically targeting petite women has been launched by a Portuguese entrepreneur in the UK. P’tit Affair was created by Azores-born Susana Dias, who grew up in
Portugal comes together to help fire-ravaged communities
Portugal is taking urgent action to help those whose lives have been turned upside down by the horrific wildfires that raged across the North and Centre this month. A new
Man wanted in Germany for child sexual abuse crimes caught hiding in Lisbon
PJ police in Portugal have arrested a 35-year-old man wanted in Germany for a series of serious child abuse offences. The man, detained in the Lisbon area by PJ’s Criminal
High tides, strong waves destroy Faro Beach walkways
Unusually high tides combined with powerful waves damaged the main wooden walkway and several access paths on Faro Beach (Praia de Faro) early this Tuesday morning, local authorities confirmed. “The
Relief as missing British man found in Algarve
Enrico Barnes, the 24-year-old Englishman who was reported missing in the Algarve, has been found and taken to Faro Hospital, an interpreter for his family told the Resident. Rico, from
Seven arrested in major ‘sextortion’ crackdown
Portuguese PJ police have arrested seven people accused of running a large-scale “sextortion” scheme that targeted victims through social media. In an operation called ‘Eleutherios’, the criminal police force carried
Support channels launched to help fire victims
Two new support channels have been launched to help residents, farmers, and businesses affected by Portugal’s 2025 wildfires navigate digital, legal, and bureaucratic challenges. Portugal Sem Chamas – a new
Armed robbery suspect arrested in Portimão
Police have arrested a 27-year-old man in Portimão suspected of a string of violent robberies, assaults and attempted extortion between late last year and April 2025. According to PJ criminal
Portugal brings home three medals from Canoe Sprint World Championships
Portugal’s canoeing stars made waves in Milan last weekend, storming to the podium with a haul of gold, silver and bronze medals at the Canoe Sprint World Championships. The highlight