National NewsPortugal Seizes 1.7 Tonnes of Cocaine from Narco-Sub off Azores
Portuguese Navy storms narco-sub west of the Azores, seizing 1.7 tonnes of cocaine. Discover how upgraded patrols aim to seal Europe’s Atlantic gateway.
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Environment · National NewsAzores' Terceira Feels Fresh Tremors as Volcano Stirs; Stay Prepared
Terceira earthquake swarm linked to Santa Bárbara volcano keeps alert at V3. Know safety steps and monitoring updates for residents and travellers.
National NewsPortuguese Navy Neutralises Atlantic Narco-Sub, Seizes 1.7 Tonnes of Cocaine
Task force halts Atlantic narco-sub 1,000 miles from Lisbon, seizing 1.7t cocaine and four crew. Discover new smuggling routes and legal stakes.
National News · PoliticsPortugal Says Science Teachers Covered, Unions Warn Class Gaps Remain
Ministry data shows every Physics and Chemistry class staffed, but unions report gaps in Lisbon and Algarve. Get the update ahead of exam season.
Health · National NewsDual Tragedy at Lisbon Maternity Ward Sparks Nationwide Obstetrics Review
Fatal mother-and-newborn deaths in Lisbon spark criminal and regulatory probes; see safety measures for expectant parents in Portugal.
Politics · National NewsFree Digital News for Teens Stalls; Portugal Plans Simpler Sign-Up
Parents: 15-18s can claim a free digital newspaper until 2027. Government promises easier sign-up and more titles—register by Dec 2025.
Economy · National NewsPortuguese Economy Sprints Ahead Amid Sluggish Eurozone Quarter
Portugal GDP up 2.4% YoY in Q3 2025, topping eurozone. See how robust consumer spending could affect jobs, rates and expat finances.
Politics · National NewsPortugal’s TV Giants Feud Over 2026 Presidential Debates, Viewers Left in Limbo
CMTV accuses RTP, SIC and TVI of monopolising Portugal’s presidential debates. Regulators’ ruling could reshape 2026 election coverage—why it matters to voters.
National News · PoliticsEx-Judges, Former Benfica President on Trial in Portugal’s Supreme Court
Ex-judges and Benfica’s former president face corruption, fraud and money laundering charges in Portugal’s Supreme Court. Follow Operação Lex and its impact.