CultureThe RTP Deep State: Protest, Eurovision, and the Threat of Sabotage
RTP employees are threatening to boycott Portugal's Eurovision 2026 broadcast. Explore the fine line between protected free speech and "deep state" abuse of public power.
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EconomyGhost Houses: The Shocking Truth Behind Portugal’s Housing Crisis
While Lisbon faces a 300,000-unit deficit, over 48,000 homes sit empty. Explore why "ghost houses," inheritance disputes, and the Devolutos app are the real story behind Portugal’s 2026 housing emergency.
Immigrationhe Decade-Long Purgatory. Just as the U.S. made it cheaper to renounce citizenship, Portugal made it twice as hard to get a new one
A new survey shows Americans moving to Portugal want to renounce their citizenship, but a legal "purgatory" awaits. Discover why the $450 fee drop and Portugal’s shifting residency laws make the exit a decade-long wait.
EconomyAlgarve Blockchain: The Region’s Growing Web3 Hub
Discover how the Algarve is becoming a hub for Web3 innovation. Join the Algarve Blockchain Community in Portimão this March for their 2-year anniversary event.
National News · PoliticsPortugal’s New AI Tool Flagged €110 Billion in Suspicious Contracts
iscover how Portugal’s new transparency initiative, Observatório de Integridade, is using open data to flag irregularities in public procurement. Learn how this database tool turns transparency into a proactive workflow for investigators and citizens.
CulturePortugal’s Deslocado is now officially the most-played ESC 2025 song!
Austria took the Eurovision 2025 trophy, but Portugal’s NAPA took the charts. We explore the massive streaming success of "Deslocado" and why the real winner isn't always on the scoreboard.
Other News · PoliticsThe ‘Peace’ Laundromat Broken: How Iranian Protesters in Porto Just Destroyed the Leftist Media Narrative
Mainstream media in Portugal covered the Iran protests in Porto, but missed the reality. We break down the disconnect between their 'Peace' narrative and the truth.
Culture · EconomyHow Lisbon’s Cost of Living Crisis is Fueling the OnlyFans Economy
Discover how Lisbon's severe housing and cost of living crisis is driving young Portuguese to subscription platforms like OnlyFans for financial survival.
Economy · National NewsCTT Halts US Shipments: Why Portuguese Parcels Are Stuck
CTT's "temporary" suspension of US-bound parcels has dragged on for months due to new customs rules, leaving Portuguese senders stranded. Find out why.
TourismFreeTour.com announces 2026 Awards: Lisbon tour ranked 2nd Best Free Tour Worldwide
Discover why Lisbon's "Tours of My Life" was just ranked the 2nd Best Free Tour Worldwide in FREETOUR.com's annual awards. A major win for local tourism!
Other NewsLisbon Docas Bars Relieved as Burglar Behind €9,600 in Damages Is Arrested
PSP detains suspect behind €9,600 in Docas break-ins, ensuring extra safety patrols and swift insurance claims for Lisbon’s waterfront bars and restaurants.
CultureBerlin’s Frictive Frequencies: A Hub for Portuguese DIY Culture
From Lisbon to Berlin: Frictive Frequencies brings the DIY underground to the stage. Featuring talks, improvised music, and a strong Lusophone presence.