Transportation · National NewsPortugal Launches 2026 Road Safety Plan with First Speed Clampdown
Portugal’s 2026 road safety drive starts with coastal speed checks. Extra cameras and patrols enforce zero tolerance for speeding. Drivers stay alert.
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Politics · National NewsPortugal’s 8 Feb Presidential Run-Off: Stagnation vs. Change
On 8 Feb, Portuguese voters choose centre-left stability or Ventura’s right-wing populism. See how each outcome impacts housing, wages and Portugal’s EU ties.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s Left Bloc Urges 'Conscious Voting' in Presidential Run-off
Ahead of Portugal’s 8 Feb 2026 presidential election run-off, the Left Bloc urges voters to cast a conscious vote to curb abstention. Read what’s at stake.
Politics · National NewsSeguro Leads First Round as Ventura Forces Historic 2026 Presidential Runoff in Portugal
Portugal’s 2026 presidential vote lacked a majority, prompting a Feb 8 runoff between António José Seguro (31.1%) and André Ventura (23.5%). Next key dates.
Culture · National NewsPortugal Unveils Plan to Revive Historic Calçada and Boost UNESCO Bid
Discover how Portugal’s new task force will draft laws, launch training and aim for UNESCO status to protect its black-and-white calçada portuguesa pavements.
Politics · National NewsPortugal Heads to Presidential Run-Off Between Seguro and Ventura
Portugal heads to an 8 Feb presidential run-off between António José Seguro and André Ventura. See key dates, voting options abroad and what residents must know.
Politics · National NewsSeguro vs Ventura: PSD and IL Could Tip Portugal’s Feb 8 Presidential Run-Off
Portugal votes on 8 Feb as Seguro faces Ventura in a presidential run-off. See how PSD neutrality and a split Liberal vote could swing the result for residents.
Politics · National NewsNo Compass for Portugal’s Centre-Right: Mendes Leaves 643,000 Voters Unguided
In Portugal’s presidential election run-off on 8 Feb, Luís Marques Mendes refuses to back either finalist, leaving 643,000 centre-right votes in play in a tight race.
Politics · National NewsNearly Half of Portuguese Voters Cast Ballots by 4 p.m. in Presidential Election
By 4PM on Jan 18, 45.5% cast ballots in Portugal’s presidential election—surpassing 2021 turnout. Early participation already tops the 2021 contest, with polls open until 7 p.m.; learn what high turnout could mean for candidates and when final results are due.