Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · National NewsPortugal’s road-safety blitz logged 12 deaths, 3,000 injuries and 433 drunk-driving arrests in one week. Checkpoints run until 4 Jan 2026—choose a sober ride.
Health · National NewsPortugal's SNS keeps near-weekday hospital service on 24, 26 & 31 December Christmas bridge days. Check which clinics, surgeries and ERs stay open.
Politics · National NewsJeffrey Epstein documents point to Portuguese politicians, the Espírito Santo dynasty and secret Azores stopovers. Learn what could prompt a Lisbon inquiry.
National News · PoliticsAuthorities extended a homeless Penajoia family’s stay in an Almada pension until Jan 2026, warning that without housing the children may enter protective care.
Economy · National NewsPortugal home prices jumped 17.7% in Q3 2025. Learn how new VAT cuts, state-backed loans and commuter towns like Setúbal and Santarém could help buyers.
National NewsGNR raids from Benavente to Setúbal dismantled a cocaine and haxixe route, seizing €22k, weapons and 4,352 doses. Expect tighter patrols on EN118 and A13.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s bond-yield slide could trim monthly mortgage payments and unlock funds for energy aid and transport discounts—see what it means for families across the country.
Politics · National NewsLisbon court rules Chega’s anti-Roma billboards breach law, imposing €2,500-a-day fines per poster. Party vows to appeal as activists celebrate win for dignity.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s Q3 2025 budget surplus narrowed to 3.8% of GDP. Discover what this means for taxes, public services and your cost of living as an expat or resident.