The GNR Coastal Control Unit detained four men early this morning after their speedboat loaded with hashish collided with the GNR vessel during a pursuit.

The pilot project coordinator of the four-day week, Pedro Gomes, has said the project “is a first step on a journey that will take many years to complete.”

The Judiciary Police (PJ) are investigating the death of a couple in their 80's in São Brás de Alportel, found in their home by a carer.

Pharmacists in public health services start a two-day strike today (Tuesday 25th Oct), which will be repeated in November, for the review and update of salary scales and full consideration of the time of service in the SNS, relating to career progression.

A 22 year old young woman suffered only minor injuries after what looked like a horrendous car crash yesterday, on the road from Moncarapacho to Estoi.

The Public Ministry of Albufeira has accused two Portuguese citizens of falsifying documents and aiding illegal immigration, forging documents that led to the fraudulent regularisation of more than 100 foreigners.

As a result of the rising cost of living, thefts of essential food products are on the rise in supermarkets. “People are desperate, hiding cans of tuna and milk to eat themselves, or give to their children.”

New concept houses of the future that allow you to save up to 90% in energy have arrived in Portugal, built sustainably, with energy efficiency, keeping the indoor temperature uniform throughout the year.