Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's Livre party elects new co-spokespeople Isabel Mendes Lopes and Jorge Pinto, signaling ambition to move from parliamentary opposition to governing by 2029.
National News · EconomyWoman arrested for €50,000 damage to Tesla dealership and CTT postal outlet in Leiria. Social media posts used as evidence against suspect. What this means for residents and retail security.
Politics · National NewsExplore how Portugal's Azores gained constitutional autonomy in 1976 and what 50 years of self-governance means for island residents and governance today.
National News · PoliticsStorm Kristin left Leiria struggling 6 months later. A regional association proposes permanent disaster system to speed recovery and reduce bureaucratic delays.
National News · HealthCascais care home fraud case reveals how criminals target elderly residents. Learn warning signs, legal protections, and steps to safeguard seniors in Portugal.
National News · EconomyULisboa quadruples student housing to 1,506 beds by 2026/27. Priority for families earning under €14,630. Applications open with admissions—here's what you need to know.
Politics · National NewsLisbon's billboard seizure reveals conflicting rules: political parties may bypass municipal permits that apply to everyone else, creating liability gaps and accessibility risks for residents.
Environment · National News15,000+ hectares burned in Centro Portugal's devastating fire. Government offers up to €250,000 reconstruction aid, livestock grants & recovery programs for Águeda, Viseu.
Culture · National NewsThe Legendary Tigerman reconstructs Carlos Paião's 1980s catalog for a biographical film premiering in early August 2026 in Portuguese cinemas.