National NewsPortuguese Navy Neutralises Atlantic Narco-Sub, Seizes 1.7 Tonnes of Cocaine
Task force halts Atlantic narco-sub 1,000 miles from Lisbon, seizing 1.7t cocaine and four crew. Discover new smuggling routes and legal stakes.
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Economy · National NewsPortuguese Economy Sprints Ahead Amid Sluggish Eurozone Quarter
Portugal GDP up 2.4% YoY in Q3 2025, topping eurozone. See how robust consumer spending could affect jobs, rates and expat finances.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s TV Giants Feud Over 2026 Presidential Debates, Viewers Left in Limbo
CMTV accuses RTP, SIC and TVI of monopolising Portugal’s presidential debates. Regulators’ ruling could reshape 2026 election coverage—why it matters to voters.
National News · PoliticsEx-Judges, Former Benfica President on Trial in Portugal’s Supreme Court
Ex-judges and Benfica’s former president face corruption, fraud and money laundering charges in Portugal’s Supreme Court. Follow Operação Lex and its impact.
Environment · National NewsTorrential Week Ahead: Flood Alerts Blanket Portugal Through Halloween
Torrential fronts move north from the Algarve, triggering red rain alerts and urban floods. Check routes and IPMA app before heading out until 31 Oct.
Economy · National NewsRecord Bank Appraisals Drive Setúbal Surge and Stretch First-Time Budgets
Record €1,995/m² bank valuations lift Setúbal and Azores prices. Learn how rising appraisals and falling Euribor affect your 2024 budget—stay informed.
Immigration · National NewsRelief for Migrants as Portugal Prolongs Residence Permits Until 2026
Over 400k foreign residents keep legal status as Portugal rolls expiry dates to 2026. Learn how QR codes, travel rules and job rights are affected.
National News · PoliticsVoucher Backlog Triggers Nationwide Textbook Shortage in Portugal
Textbook delays persist across Portugal; Govt eyes mid-Sept fix. Find voucher tips and interim solutions for parents and teachers.
Politics · National NewsVentura's 'Three Salazars' Remark Tests Portugal's Democratic Resolve
Portugal politics rocked by Ventura urging 'three Salazars'. Learn parties unite against authoritarian nostalgia and its impact on 2025 elections.