Economy · National NewsPortugal Trims Foreign Debt, Paving Way for Lower Interest
Portugal's net external debt now 43% of GDP—leaner mortgage and credit costs, steadier euro ahead. See how the brighter outlook affects you.
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Environment · National NewsWildfire Emergency Grounds Hunting Trips Across Rural Portugal
Extreme wildfire risk triggers a nationwide hunting ban in Portugal. Foreign hunters: learn restricted zones, fines, and safer alternatives.
Environment · National NewsCentral Portugal Blaze Near Arganil Forces Evacuations, Closes Trails
Arganil wildfire burns 21k ha. Check road closures, air quality tips and safety rules before heading to central Portugal.
Environment · National NewsPortugal’s Backup Water Bomber Returns Just as Wildfires Intensify
Reserve Canadair returns to Portugal’s skies, boosting firefighting capacity and easing insurance worries for residents this peak fire season.
Environment · National NewsPortugal Retires Beloved Cap Drive, Shifts Toward Deposit-Refund Future
Portugal’s cap collection ends under EU rules. Discover how tethered lids, deposit refunds and community projects reshape recycling for expats.
Environment · National NewsMidnight Lightning Reignites Trancoso Blaze, Drawing Massive Response
Lightning overnight revived the Trancoso fire, burning 14,000 ha. See safety alerts, travel impact and property risk updates.
Environment · National NewsPortugal Issues Extreme Wildfire Alert for 120 Inland and Algarve Towns
Portugal fire alert hits Algarve and inland north; travel, housing plans and road access may change. Verify bans before outings; follow IPMA bulletins
Environment · National NewsHeat, Wind and Drought Put Portugal on Edge for 22 August
Portugal fire alert on 22 Aug: soaring temps, gusty winds and dry forests raise extreme wildfire risk. Check safety rules, road closures, fines.
Environment · National NewsPortugal's Interior and Algarve Enter Critical Wildfire Alert Week
Wildfire risk climbs across inland Portugal and the Algarve. Learn the rules, closures and safety steps before your next trip or move.