Government faces backlash over calls to limit April 25 celebrations out of respect for Pope Francis
Left-wing parties have slammed the government The Portuguese government is facing widespread criticism after calling for celebrations of the April 25 Revolution to be more reserved following the death of
Iconic Belém Tower closes for one year to undergo revamp
The iconic Belém Tower, one of Portugal’s most visited monuments, has officially closed to the public for conservation and restoration work as part of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP).
(No) justice for Smoky: Outrage as man found guilty of killing pet dog walks free
Smoky was found in a rubbish bag with two bricks tied to his collar Widespread public outrage has erupted following Portimão Court’s decision to grant a suspended sentence – and
Train disruption looms as strike threatens Monday commutes
Train operator CP has warned of a strike scheduled for Monday Portugal’s train network is bracing for serious disruption this coming Monday as ticket inspectors prepare to walk off the
Prison officials face suspension over Vale de Judeus escape
Former director, senior officer and seven guards will have opportunity to defend themselves before a final decision is made Portugal’s Directorate-General for Reintegration and Prison Services (DGRSP) has proposed the
Portuguese volunteer firefighters to receive “largest daily pay increase in a decade”
Daily wage to increase from €67.30 to €75 Portugal’s Minister of Presidency has announced the “largest pay increase in a decade” for volunteer firefighters participating in civil protection operations, including
More women in tech: nearly 60,000 working in Portugal’s ICT sector in 2024
Women now represent 22.7% of Portugal’s ICT tech workforce The number of women working in Portugal’s Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector reached 59,600 in 2024, marking a significant increase
Portugal must cut down on ambulance births, minister says
Around 50 babies were born in ambulances in 2024 Portugal’s health minister has admitted the need to cut down on the number of babies born in ambulances on the way
Top bishop and Nobel economist sound warnings
As world financial markets remain in flux, the dangers posed by the Trump administration cannot be ignored Two very different top men in their fields have expounded on crucial issues
Portugal wins first European title in acrobatic gymnastics
Portugal tumbled its way into the record books on Sunday, clinching its first-ever European Championship win in acrobatic gymnastics. Competing in Luxembourg, the national team dazzled with a total haul