Sports · EconomyJoão Cancelo signals 2026 Benfica comeback if the numbers add up
João Cancelo eyes Benfica comeback, yet €15m fee and Saudi wages push any move to 2026—see how Lisbon’s balance sheet could make or break it inside.
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Environment · EconomyAlgarve Reservoirs Surge to 67%, Buying Summer Water Security—For Now
Algarve reservoirs now 67% full, easing drought fears and securing holiday water supply. See planned desalination, pipelines and reuse projects ahead.
Health · EconomyPortugal's Bird-Flu Alert Could Send Chicken and Egg Costs Soaring
Bird-flu alert in Portugal may push chicken and egg prices higher. See how Aveiro, Leiria, Santarém and Setúbal are affected and the safety steps farms take.
Transportation · EconomyWeb Summit Jet Surge Highlights Lisbon Airport’s Capacity Crunch
Expect busier runways and possible delays at Lisbon Airport's Humberto Delgado during the 2025 Web Summit as slot limits strain capacity for fliers—plan early.
Economy · EnvironmentCanadian Fund Dumps EDP Shares, Putting Portugal’s Energy Costs in Play
Canadian pension fund sells 5.2% stake in EDP for €815m. Find out what the exit means for Portuguese electricity bills, dividends and 2030 climate goals.
Immigration · EconomyOvercrowded micro-rooms expose the dark side of Portugal’s migration and housing crisis
Discover the dark side of Portugal's housing boom. Illegal 'micro-rooms' packed with migrants reveal a crisis of exploitation, overcrowding, and weak enforcement.
Sports · EconomyRonaldo's Farewell World Cup Set for 2026, Records Still in Sight
Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last but vows to keep scoring for Portugal and Al Nassr, shaping Seleção and delighting Portuguese fans.
Health · EconomyMillions in Portugal Now Mix Private Insurance with Public SNS
Long waits in Portugal’s SNS are driving 3.6 million residents—35% of the population—to take out private health insurance. See what it means for expats today.
Economy · EnvironmentGlobal Coffee Price Surge Threatens €1 Espresso in Portugal
Global coffee prices jumped 30%, pushing supermarket packs up 24% and Lisbon café shots toward €1.50. Discover why Portugal’s daily espresso ritual now costs more.