Environment · PoliticsLeft-wing MPs slam Costa over toxic legacy at Lajes Air Base
New tests show PFAS six times EU limit at Lajes Field. Azorean residents, MPs pressure Lisbon for monthly data and swift U.S.-funded cleanup.
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Economy · EnvironmentRenewables Charge Sends Lisbon Stocks to Their Best Level in 15 Years
Portugal stocks soar as EDP Renováveis and Galp lift the PSI to a 15-year high. Learn the drivers behind the surge and the risks ahead this year.
Economy · EnvironmentGlobal Coffee Squeeze Threatens to Lift Portugal Café Prices
Crop losses lift beans 9.3%, pushing Portugal coffee prices toward €0.80 an espresso. See what’s likely to change through 2025.
Economy · EnvironmentBroccoli Takes a Bite Out of Portuguese Budgets After 39% Surge
Broccoli price climbs 39% in Portugal, outpacing eggs and beef. See why weather, energy and farm costs matter before your next supermarket run.
Transportation · EnvironmentHydrogen Metrobus on Porto's Boavista Avenue Faces Sudden Halt
Porto Metrobus works stop to update blueprints—no trees cut, EU funds safe. See expected restart timeline and impact on daily commuters.
Environment · National NewsPortugal’s First October Weekend Swings from Mist to 30°C Heat
Expect drizzle Saturday, then highs above 30 °C Sunday across Portugal; check fire alerts, beach conditions and city-by-city outlook.
EnvironmentPre-Dawn Tremor Rekindles Algarve’s Questions on Seismic Safety
Minor Algarve tremor reminds residents and expats of quake and tsunami risk. See how local emergency plans, drills and alerts measure up today.
Environment · HealthTen Years of Trustworthy Taps: Portugal’s Quiet Water Triumph
Portugal tap water quality stays at 99% compliance for the 10th year. Learn how investment and new EU rules keep your faucet safe and plastic-free.
Economy · EnvironmentPortugal's Record Power Appetite Pressures Gas Plants and Wallets
Record Portugal electricity demand strains renewables, boosts gas reliance and import costs. See how 2025 tariff tweaks may affect your monthly bill.