Politics · National NewsJustice Ministry Aide Arrested in Lisbon After Child Abuse Videos Found
A former aide to Portugal's Justice Ministry has been arrested in Lisbon after police found 500 child abuse files and videos on ministry laptops.
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Culture · National NewsLisbon Bids Farewell to Actress Glória de Matos with Public Vigil and Cremation
Join Lisbon in saying goodbye to beloved actress Glória de Matos at this weekend’s vigil, funeral Mass and cremation. Get schedules, transport and etiquette tips.
Sports · National NewsRui Patrício Retires on His Own Terms, Set for FPF Role
Portugal legend Rui Patrício retires after 108 caps and 731 club games, donates Euro-2016 gloves to the FPF museum and prepares to become goalkeeping director.
Health · National NewsPortugal Blocks Flu and Hep A Vaccine Exports, Securing Local Supplies
Portugal bans export of 73 medicines, from flu to hepatitis A vaccines, after an Infarmed alert — safeguarding stocks for the January jab campaign. Book now.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s Teachers Strike Shuts 1,500+ Schools, Parents Scramble for Childcare
Portugal’s teachers strike closes 1,500+ schools, leaving parents scrambling for childcare. Unions press for labor reforms as govt sticks to its bill.
Politics · National NewsSocialists Seek Probe of Lusa State Takeover to Protect Press Freedom
Socialist MPs summon Minister António Leitão Amaro after the state buys 100% of Lusa, warning the deal could undermine independence and press freedom in Portugal.
Politics · National NewsParliamentary Immunity Pushes Chega MP Pedro Frazão’s Defamation Trial to 2026
Discover how parliamentary immunity delayed Chega MP Pedro Frazão’s 2021 tweet defamation case until January 2026—and what it means for the courts in Portugal.
Politics · National NewsCatarina Martins Files 9,500 Signatures for 2026 Presidential Run, Prioritises Housing
Catarina Martins filed 9,500 signatures—2,000 above the minimum—securing entry to Portugal’s 2026 presidential race, where she vows to tackle housing costs.
Health · National NewsMost Portuguese Miss Obesity Signs as New 2025 Health Campaigns Launch
Over one-third of Portuguese adults are obese, yet most don’t realise it. See how 2025 health campaigns in Portugal will boost BMI literacy and cut stigma.