Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsEssential workers can't afford Lisbon as prices surge 16.5%. With median rates at €5,200/m² and 44,000 homes empty, discover what's driving Portugal's impossible housing math.
Immigration · National NewsSenior Portuguese tax official arrested for orchestrating massive immigration fraud affecting 10,000 foreigners. What it means for residents and immigrants in Portugal.
Economy · National NewsFood basket costs 256.71 euros in July 2026, up 37% since 2022. Weekly surge hits lower-income families hardest. See price trends and smart shopping tips.
National News · PoliticsPSP dismantles Leiria drug network with 80 officers, arrests 7 suspects, seizes €17,900 cash and narcotics in major operation
Health · National NewsPolice shut down Sintra restaurant over food safety violations and fire hazards. Learn how to report unsafe dining establishments and protect yourself.
National News · PoliticsGNR arrests 6 in Faro and Olhão for violent robberies targeting Algarve seniors. What residents need to know about staying safe and how police cracked this case.
Economy · National NewsFed divided on hiking rates by December 2026. Discover how this affects your euros, Portugal investments, tourism sector, and borrowing costs.
National News · PoliticsPortuguese Judicial Police arrest broadcaster in Amarante in major child safety operation. Learn how proactive surveillance protects residents and what this means for families.
Health · National NewsEmergency births in Portugal doubled in 2025. Learn about maternity ward closures, SNS24 support, and what pregnant residents should know now.