More than 30,000 lightning strikes were recorded across mainland Portugal in just 24 hours as a powerful cold front swept the country, bringing torrential rain, thunderstorms and strong winds, reports ...

Sink hole opens in central Leiria, partially swallowing van; Two drains ‘gave way’ in wet weather, no one injured ...

Left Bloc leader throws in sponge; leaves parliament in November; Mariana Mortágua accepts 'failure to generate momentum' ...

Portuguese residency bonanza: so far this year almost 386,500 permits have been granted; AIMA admits tally up by 60% on same ...

Maritime police seize more than 20 jet skis from Portimão warehouse; Jet skis and other material of ‘suspicious origin and ...

Friday shorts: elimination of ISP discount “will be as gradual as possible”; schools cut back on vegetarian meals ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) could soon play a bigger role in the fight against crime, according to Portugal’s Attorney General – but only if used responsibly under “strict guidelines.” Speaking in ...

Surreptitiously, the gentle rain of tears that falls Upon my soul eases a sentient pain Which has no earthly gain And clears the clot that was my brain Until the day before my yesteryear. Artful ...

The coastal town of Quarteira is hosting a full-scale tsunami and earthquake simulation as part of the national awareness campaign ‘A Terra Treme’ (The Earth Shakes), marking the World Tsunami ...

Following last week’s announcement that 2,500 workers at Bosch’s Braga factory will be starting a six-month lay-off from Monday, ANIMEE – the association representing the electrical and electronics ...

Sharing Education Group has announced a new wave of expansion and investment across Portugal, with investments in its international schools topping €75 million and a growth plan to surpass the ...