Politics · National NewsRunoff Looms as Three Presidential Rivals Neck-and-Neck in Portugal
Polls show Portugal’s presidential election in a three-way tie, making a 2 February runoff virtually certain. Follow Ventura, Mendes & Gouveia e Melo.
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Health · National NewsPortugal Nears 2.5M Flu Shots Milestone, Free Vaccines for Babies and Seniors
Portugal has administered 2.42 M free flu shots since September. Seniors 60+, pregnant women and babies 6–23 months qualify—get yours at any pharmacy by April.
National News · TransportationMarvão’s Newspaper Shortage Exposes Portugal’s Rural News Divide
Marvão residents drive 14 km for a newspaper after kiosks shut; from 2026 the council will supply newspapers in public hubs, easing Portugal’s rural news divide
National News · PoliticsLisbon Airport Seizes €5M from Guinea-Bissau Aide
Lisbon customs intercepted €5M in cash aboard a military-tagged flight from Guinea-Bissau, underlining Portugal’s tightening anti-laundering controls.
Politics · National NewsJustice Ministry Aide Arrested in Lisbon After Child Abuse Videos Found
A former aide to Portugal's Justice Ministry has been arrested in Lisbon after police found 500 child abuse files and videos on ministry laptops.
National News · PoliticsPortugal’s 5-Year Rule Lets €5 M Cash Smuggling Suspect Walk Free
Lisbon police seized €5M from a Bissau envoy, but Portugal’s 5-year detention rule soon freed the suspect. Learn what it means for AML oversight in Portugal.
Health · National NewsEarly Flu Surge Overwhelms Portugal’s Emergency Rooms; Health Officials Urge Vaccination
Portugal’s hospitals and SNS 24 hotline face record strain from an early H3N2 flu surge. Learn who should vaccinate, when to call SNS 24 and how to ease ER pressure.
Transportation · National News19 December Strike Threatens Transport, Schools and Hospitals Across Portugal
Portugal strike alert: one-day stoppage may hit Fri, Dec 19, halting Lisbon & Porto metros, closing schools, delaying hospital care. Get updates and plan ahead.
Culture · National NewsLisbon Bids Farewell to Actress Glória de Matos with Public Vigil and Cremation
Join Lisbon in saying goodbye to beloved actress Glória de Matos at this weekend’s vigil, funeral Mass and cremation. Get schedules, transport and etiquette tips.