Tracking culture for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · CultureGrab pay-what-you-feel pizza at Lisbon’s Beato pop-up every Thursday. Enjoy fresh slices and help train and pay homeless chefs determined to rebuild their lives.
Culture · TourismExperience Porto’s revamped Christmas Circus with Cícero as ringmaster, drone finale, sensory-friendly and audio-described shows. Book from €12 now—make it a Porto family tradition!
Economy · CultureFacing a shortage of Pai Natal performers, Santa visits in Portugal now average €200. Discover regional price differences and booking tips to secure your slot before 15 December.
Culture · National NewsDiscover how football fever, a nationwide blackout and new viral slang dominated Portugal’s Google search trends in 2025 — and what these insights mean for 2026.
Culture · TourismDiscover the best Christmas markets in Lisbon 2025. From Wonderland to local artisan fairs, explore top festive events, food and must-visit spots.
Culture · PoliticsAnálise à polémica na RTP sobre a expulsão de Israel da Eurovisão. Descubra porque o boicote é, na verdade, um autoboicote à relevância de Portugal
Culture · Other NewsPortugal chooses to stay in Eurovision 2026 as Israel is officially confirmed to compete, despite multiple European boycotts.
National News · CulturePortugal will equip 1,487 primary schools with libraries by 2027, tackling literacy gaps for 90,000 pupils, giving teachers tools to boost reading. Learn more.
CultureExplore 100 years of Portuguese cinema—silent gems, de Oliveira tributes and TikTok shorts—plus where to catch them at 2025 festivals in Lisbon and Coimbra.