Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsPortugal launches humanitarian mission with 64 rescue personnel to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes kill 28 Portuguese nationals. 85 more unaccounted for.
Politics · National NewsMajor fentanyl seizure at Maputo Airport exposes border corruption in Mozambique. Regional trafficking threatens CPLP states as investigators arrest four suspects.
Economy · National NewsCGD pays record €1.25 billion dividend, completing 2016 bailout repayment and boosting Portugal's budget surplus for 2026.
Sports · National NewsPortugal faces Colombia in crucial Group K clash. Live kickoff 00:30 Lisbon time Sunday. Win secures first place; all 26 players fit and ready.
Immigration · National News6 Portuguese die in Venezuela earthquakes, 56 still missing. Emergency contacts, rescue updates & aid info for families in Portugal affected by La Guaira disaster.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's 2024 teacher hires on master's track juggle dual schedules while in-service route colleagues work one job. New budget helps future cohorts only.
National News · EconomyA Porto building collapsed during demolition on Rua Antero de Quental. The shopkeeper escaped safely, exposing critical construction safety gaps in Portugal.
National News · EconomyDouble 7.2-7.5 quakes hit Venezuela killing 188. Portugal deploys rescue teams, NOS offers free calls. 5 Portuguese missing. What you need to know.
National News · PoliticsTwin earthquakes devastate Venezuela. Portugal deploys 50 rescuers. At least 3 Portuguese dead or missing. Consular help available for families seeking relatives.