Portugal's New Bank Fee: What Rising Charges Mean for Your Finances
Banco de Portugal plans supervisory fees on banks. Learn how €30-60M annual charges could impact loan rates and account fees for residents in Portugal.
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Politics · National NewsPortugal's Emergency Network Faces Strike and Political Scandal as Failures Mount
SIRESP faces June strike during fire season. €36M upgrade ongoing but emergency network still failing. Critical info for Portugal residents.
Immigration · National NewsFormer SEF Official Gets Reduced Sentence on Appeal in Homeniuk Airport Death Case
Lisbon appeals court reduces ex-SEF director's sentence in Homeniuk airport death case. The ruling highlights ongoing accountability issues in Portugal's reformed immigration system.
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Portugal faces triple EU HIV rate. Free confidential testing for HIV, syphilis, hepatitis now available across major cities. Walk-in screening at pharmacies and clinics.
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Portugal Appeal Court Reduces Sentence for Official in Ihor Homeniuk Death Case
Portugal Appeal Court cuts ex-SEF director's sentence from 2.5 to 1.8 years in Ihor Homeniuk death case, downgrading charge from denial of justice to abuse of power.
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Portugal's June 3 General Strike: Free Flight Changes and Major Transport Disruptions Explained
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