Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · Digital LifestyleLearn how online grooming works, why cases surged 92% in Portugal, and practical steps parents can take to protect children on Roblox, Discord, and WhatsApp.
Sports · National NewsBenfica president eyes contract extension to block Real Madrid's pursuit of Mourinho. €3M escape clause expires early June—decision imminent.
Politics · National NewsAzores invests €1.8M in independent journalism to combat disinformation and fake news. Free AI training for reporters launching May 2026.
Transportation · National NewsA 2-year-old child has died following a two-vehicle collision on IC2 near Asseiceira, Rio Maior on May 2, 2026. Six others sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Politics · National NewsChega forces parliamentary inquiry into Costa-era Operation Influencer corruption. What residents and investors need to know about lithium, hydrogen deals, and regulatory risk.
National News · PoliticsGNR faces surge in attacks with 1,245 crimes in 2025. Learn how violence against officers affects rural Portugal's security and your safety.
Sports · National News23-year-old Portuguese golfer Daniel Rodrigues finishes second at Turkish Airlines Open, reaching DP World Tour top-300 ranking in debut season.
Sports · National NewsFC Porto wins 31st Primeira Liga title with emotional tribute to Jorge Costa. Assistant coach André Castro breaks down as club honors late director.
Culture · National NewsPortuguese broadcasting icon Cândido Mota, creator of groundbreaking midnight radio show, dies at 82. A legacy spanning 65 years of democratic media.