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‘Major Issue’—The Dispute Surrounding the 2030 World Cup Final

The 2030 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco.

Sports Illustrated

Diesel in Portugal hits record high, Spain introduces new discount

Many Portuguese already cross the border to fill up; the trend is now even clearer, as Spain's government adds a 20-cent-per-litre discount, making Spanish diesel the second cheapest in the EU.

Euronews

Gore, gimps and a potty-mouthed magpie: welcome to the Lisbon horror festival where nightmares are a dream

MotelX – Portugal’s only film festival dedicated to horror – hopes to inspire local film-makers by showcasing world-class scares. Now in its 20th edition, its directors say truly nerve-shredding cinema is its holy grail

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From bottle stoppers to rockets: How Portugal is reinventing cork

Portugal produces around half of the world’s cork. Here, the world’s largest cork company, Corticeira Amorim, continues to open new markets by transforming this ancient natural resource into high-tech materials. In this report, we explore its methods, from harvesting to production.

Euronews

Fact check: Which EU economy is performing the best?

Recent comments by Portugal's prime minister have prompted discussion about which EU country currently has the best-performing economy and employment growth rate.

Euronews

‘I never imagined such pleasure could be had from the simple sardine’: readers’ favourite foodie experiences in Europe

Your top culinary discoveries, from Bled cake in Slovenia to sardines in Portugal and seafood soup in Spain

The Guardian - UK

Leaf-peeping in Europe: The best destinations for autumn colours

Europe offers a long and varied autumn, with colourful forests, mountain valleys and vineyards putting on spectacular seasonal displays. From Slovenia and Scotland to Finland and Portugal, here are some of the best places to see autumn’s reds, oranges and golds.

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EU cuts primary student-teacher ratio to 13.3 as decade-long growth falters

The EU had 23.2 million primary students in 2024, down 0.2% from 2023. Since 2014, numbers have risen by 2.9%, though trends vary widely: Luxembourg and Slovenia grew the most, while Poland, Croatia and Portugal saw major declines.

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SC dismisses gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from custody

The Supreme Court dismissed Abu Salem's plea for immediate release from custody. He sought release after completing twenty-five years in jail as per extradition terms. The Bombay High Court had previously rejected his petition as premature and misconceived. Salem was extradited from Portugal in November two thousand five for his…

The Economic Times

Immersed in tradition: A guide to celebrating the grape harvest in Portugal's Douro region

The scent of crushed grapes fills the Douro in September. At harvest time, local producers invite tourists to roll up their sleeves and join an immersive journey from vine to glass.

Euronews

When is Ballon d’Or 2026 ceremony? Date, contenders and how to watch

Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Rodri and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are among the top contenders for the men’s award

The Independent UK

Bernie Ecclestone's Private Jet Stopped After Shotgun Found on Board as F1 Billionaire Questioned in Portugal

Bernie Ecclestone was questioned by Portuguese authorities after an undocumented shotgun was found on his private jet. He claimed it was for a clay-pigeon shooting competition.

International Business Times UK

Bernie Ecclestone questioned after shotgun found on his private jet in Portugal

The 95-year-old former Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone said he was questioned by police in Portugal after a shotgun was found on his private jet

The Guardian - UK

Record fuel price rise sparks honking protests in Portugal amid public anger

A slow-drive protest and blaring car horns marked the day fuel prices rose again in Portugal, with fuel costs hitting record highs across Europe.

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Ex-F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone reportedly arrested for travelling with shotgun in Portugal

Former Formula 1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone was reportedly detained in Portugal after travelling with a shotgun without the required documentation

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Bernie Ecclestone arrested for 'illegally carrying a shotgun'

Bernie Ecclestone has reportedly been arrested at an airport in Portugal for illegally carrying a shotgun.

The Conversation

Fire and floods are usually treated as separate hazards. Portugal’s Pinhal Interior shows why they are part of the same cycle

Across southern Europe, increasingly extreme heat, wildfire and intense rainfall are forcing planners to consider how one event can alter the risk of the next. Portugal’s exceptionally wet winter and another summer of wildfire risk are an example of this. As a professor of architecture and climate change adaptation who…

Euronews

'This is not a film': Bullet-riddled Ukrainian ambulance displayed by Russian embassy in Lisbon

Totally wrecked, this vehicle, parked for a day outside the Russian embassy in Lisbon, highlights the reality of the war in Ukraine. The exhibition aims to raise funds to send medical vehicles there.

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Fitch upgrades Portugal to A+, its best credit rating in 15 years

The upgrade reflects years of falling public debt and stronger-than-expected growth in Portugal, Fitch said, restoring a rating not seen since 2011. President Seguro hailed the news, though Fitch cautioned that defence spending and housing costs still pose risks.

Euronews

Vulnerable people are urged to stay at home as North African dust hits Portugal

Air quality will worsen in coming days across much of mainland Portugal due to North African dust, especially in central and southern areas; health authorities urge vulnerable people to take extra care.

Euronews

Lisbon: MOTELX launches 20th edition with expanded programme and plenty of horror

Marking its 20th edition, the festival stretches over more days and more venues, packed with new discoveries and cult favourites at Portugal's scariest film event.

Euronews

Portugal's car market surges as electric vehicle sales jump 65%

Portugal's car market grew 11.3% in August, with electric vehicle sales surging 65.2% and now making up more than a third of new car sales.

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Portugal: Kiala aims to bring Black authors from the margins to the heart of publishing

The imprint founded by Elga Fontes entered the market in May to tackle the lack of Black authors and show their work goes beyond racism, discrimination or suffering. In 2026 it will publish two books and already has its 2027 list agreed.

Fortune

'We're facing a double whammy': America's hottest tinned fish snack is shrinking by nearly half thanks to climate change and war in Iran

Sardine landings in Morocco, the world’s top supplier, have fallen nearly 46% as warming waters and war-driven fuel costs squeeze the fleet.

Euronews

'They wrote little letters': How kids in Portugal are making money off their neighbours' plastic waste

The first ever bottle deposit return scheme in southern Europe is helping the environment - and funding kids' bucket list trips.

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