8,000+ researchers in Portugal lack labor rights despite 2024 law promising employment. Discover what this means for your career and residency status.
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National NewsPortugal releases delayed exam results today. Students have 72 hours to apply for university. Second-phase students excluded from first round. What you need to know.
Economy · National NewsFixed vs indexed tariffs reversed in Portugal. Learn which contract saves you most money, compare rates free, and avoid overpaying on energy bills this summer.
Tech · PoliticsAntónio Guterres warns AI risks becoming monopoly of rich nations as China launches Waico governance body with 29 countries. What it means for Portugal's tech sector and businesses.
National News · PoliticsAfter three weeks of digital grading chaos, Portugal's 300,000 secondary exam results released today. Students face just 3 days to decide on second-phase exams.
Tech · EconomyEU's Digital Markets Act forces Google to share search data and open Android to competitors by 2027. Here's what it means for you in Portugal.
Sports · Economy2026 World Cup final tickets now cost €34,100 on resale—more than two months' gross salary for Portuguese workers. EU and US probe FIFA's monopoly pricing.
Economy · PoliticsEU court allows Portugal's competition authority to seize work emails without prior warrant in cartel investigations. Here's what businesses and workers need to know.
Tech · EconomyGulbenkian marks 70 years shaping Portuguese science. From professionalizing research to launching 500+ PhDs across 23 countries—how private funding filled public gaps.
Culture · TourismSting performed his first European beach concert at Praia do Relógio, Figueira da Foz on July 17, 2026 with sold-out 25,000 capacity. Details inside.
Culture · TourismLisbon's iconic Gulbenkian Museum reopens July 19 after 16 months of renovation. Free admission through July 26. Discover restored galleries and hidden collections.
SportsPortuguese referee João Pinheiro missed the World Cup final. Learn why Slovenian Slavko Vincic got the job and what it means for Portugal.
Tourism · CultureExperience free astronomy at historic Juromenha Fortress, Alentejo on July 24. Limited to 50 spots. Register with Alandroal Tourist Office at 268 440 045.
Visa, residency, healthcare, transport & the practical questions for residents.
Portugal tightens visa rules and residency requirements. ISCTE report critiques government's immigration approach. Learn how new policies affect foreign residents and workers.
Lisbon's iconic Gulbenkian Museum reopens July 19 after 16 months of renovation. Free admission through July 26. Discover restored galleries and hidden collections.
IPMA warns of very high UV radiation across mainland Portugal and Madeira through the weekend. Learn protective measures and regional forecasts.
Diesel and petrol surge Monday in Portugal, reaching €1.97-€1.99/L. Cross-border price gaps widen. Find out what's driving the increase and when it takes effect.
