Transportation · National NewsPortugal’s Roads Claim Fewer Lives Even as Crashes Rise
Road deaths in Portugal fell to 157 in H1-2025, while crashes rose. Map risk spots, new speed cameras and advice for drivers new to Portugal.
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Environment · National NewsAtlantic Tremor Jolts Madeira, Sparking Talk of Quake Prep
Madeira earthquake felt as far as Lisbon—no damage, but are you prepared? Learn insurance info, emergency numbers and simple kit essentials now.
Environment · National NewsFierce July Wildfires Sweep Central and Northern Portugal: Updates for Foreign Residents
Portugal wildfires close roads, delay flights, force evacuations. Get alerts, emergency numbers and travel advice to stay safe this fire season.
National News · TechPhone-Free Classrooms: What Portugal’s New Ban Means for Expat Families
Portugal phone ban for pupils up to Year 6 starts this September. Learn rules, exceptions and tips to keep your child's record clear.
National News · ImmigrationPortugal's University Application Season Opens, First-Day Numbers Guide Foreign Students
Portugal university applications open. Deadlines, quotas and paperwork tips help international students secure a seat—and housing—before October.
National News · ImmigrationPortugal’s Degree Rush: 10,000 Apply on Day One as Seats Rise
Portugal university applications top 10k on opening day. Extra seats, quotas and tight deadlines may help expat students. Check key 2024-25 dates.
National News · PoliticsTravel Stipend Aims to End Teacher Shortages in Portugal’s Schools
Portugal travel stipend up to €500 aims to fill teacher gaps and stabilise public-school timetables, easing childcare worries for foreign parents.
Politics · National NewsRegulator Backs Vítor Gonçalves as RTP News Chief, Shaping Expat Viewing
Regulator's nod installs veteran Vítor Gonçalves as RTP news chief, hinting at programming shifts expats worldwide will soon notice.
Health · National NewsBragança's 80-Minute Ambulance Delay Sparks Alarm Over Rural Emergency Care
An 80-minute ambulance wait 2 km away ended fatally in Bragança. Learn what Portugal ambulance delays mean and how to protect yourself.