Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsMajor drug network dismantled in Aveiro-Porto. 26 arrested, 40kg hashish seized. GNR operation targets dealers near schools - details on charges and impact.
National News · EnvironmentWoman arrested for deliberate forest fire in Miranda do Corvo. Learn about Portugal's fire prevention efforts and what property owners need to know during fire season.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's Constitutional Affairs Committee approved a face-covering ban with €200–€4,000 fines. What the committee vote means for residents and next steps.
National News · PoliticsOver 21,000 Portuguese students face exam score delays after digital grading system collapse. University admissions timeline, parliamentary inquiry details & family impact.
National News · PoliticsAfter a violent Évora attack left 2 hospitalized and a child abducted, learn Portugal's domestic violence protections, restraining orders, and your legal rights.
Health · National NewsPortugal's coordinated cooling centers and metro shelters reduced 2026 heatwave deaths below forecasts. Learn how cities protect residents during extreme heat.
Health · National NewsPortugal's ERs face summer closures due to massive staff shortages. New decree threatens stroke and cardiac fast-track care. What residents must know now.
National News · Politics9,000+ parents petition to annul Portugal's 2026 exams amid digital correction failures. University admissions open July 20—how this affects students.
Economy · National NewsDiscover why Portugal's retirement age rises to 66 years, 11 months by 2027. New population data reveals 11.4M residents—learn how pension changes affect you.