Portugal
Ronaldo strikes twice as Portugal begin World Cup qualifiers with 5-0 win over Armenia
Cristiano Ronaldo’s bid to feature in a record sixth FIFA World Cup began in trademark fashion as he scored twice to inspire Portugal to a 5-0 victory over Armenia in their opening qualifier.
Deadly Lisbon Funicular crash claims 15 lives
A devastating accident occurred on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal, when the historic Elevador da Gloria funicular derailed and crashed, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 people and injuring 18 others. The incident has sent shockwaves through the city, with officials and residents alike mourning the loss of life. According to […]
Wind escalates Spain and Portugal wildfires, death toll rises
Wildfires continue to rage across Spain and Portugal, fueled by strong winds that have hampered efforts to contain the blazes. Firefighters, backed by troops and water-dropping aircraft, are battling 21 fires in western Spain, classified as “operational level two,” posing a direct threat to nearby communities. According to Virginia Barcones, director general of emergency services […]
Southern Europe Grapples with Deadly Wildfires, Sweltering Heat
Southern Europe is in the grip of a severe heatwave and devastating wildfires, with France, Spain, and Portugal being the hardest hit. The region has witnessed record-breaking temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds, forcing mass evacuations and resulting in loss of life. In France, a massive wildfire in the Aude region has claimed one life, […]
Diogo Jota, Brother Laid to Rest in Portugal After Tragic Crash
Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva were laid to rest on Saturday in their hometown of Gondomar, near Porto, following a fatal car accident that has left the football world in mourning. The pair died on Thursday when their car veered off a motorway in northwestern Spain and burst […]
Euro 2025: Spain Begin Title Bid with Emphatic Win Over Mourning Portugal
World champions Spain made a powerful statement in their opening match of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, thrashing Portugal 5-0 in a commanding display in Bern, Switzerland. The encounter was played in a sombre atmosphere, with both teams and fans paying tribute to Portuguese international Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva, who tragically died in […]
Portugal: PM’s Party Wins Snap Election But Falls Short of Majority
Portugal‘s governing right-of-centre Democratic Alliance has won snap parliamentary elections – the third in as many years – again falling short of a majority. Its leader Luís Montenegro promised supporters to “stimulate investment” and to “guarantee prosperity and social justice”. Socialist leader Pedro Nuno Santos announced his resignation after his party finished in second, and […]