Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsPortugal approves simplified layoff scheme guaranteeing workers 100% gross salary up to €2,760 during crises. Learn eligibility and employer requirements.
National News · ImmigrationNine PSP officers detained in Lisbon torture investigation. Systematic abuse of vulnerable residents exposed. Safety concerns for immigrants and homeless populations.
Sports · National NewsCarole Costa becomes Portugal's most-capped women's footballer with 188 international appearances. Plus: Fátima Pinto reaches 100 caps milestone.
National News · PoliticsProperty crimes surge 14% in Matosinhos. Police deploy joint patrols and €2.5M camera network by mid-2027. What residents need to know about theft prevention.
Culture · National NewsAntónio Lobo Antunes honored with state funeral at Jerónimos Monastery. National mourning, football tributes mark passing of Portugal's literary giant who reshaped Portuguese prose and cultural identity.
Politics · National NewsOutgoing Portuguese President Marcelo's decade of international travel redefines diplomatic engagement. Learn about his legacy of lean diplomacy and global influence.
National News · PoliticsFormer Army Chief General Martins Barrento dies at 87. Learn how his 1998-2001 reforms modernized Portugal's military and shaped today's armed forces.
Economy · National NewsTwo arrested stealing diesel in Paredes as fuel thefts surge nationwide. How rising prices drive black market crime affecting logistics costs and residents across Portugal.
Culture · National NewsFantasporto 46 wrapped with Argentine thriller winning top prizes while Portuguese debut "Cativos" scored major recognition. Discover what this means for film investment and tourism in Porto.