Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Health · National NewsPortugal's SNS cyberattack compromised 100,000+ patient records including minors. Learn the risks, GDPR fines up to €20M, and steps to protect your family.
Environment · National NewsPortugal clears 17,000 km of forest roads to prevent summer fires. New burning bans and land-clearing deadlines for homeowners through June 30, 2025.
Politics · National NewsRussia's Geran-2 drone hits Galați, Romania. Portugal summons Moscow envoy, raising Article 5 concerns for NATO members and residents.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's IMI property tax deadline is June 1. Learn payment rules, penalties for missed deadlines, and exemptions for expats and foreign homeowners.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's new unified social benefit (PSU) replaces 13 programs with mandatory 15-hour work requirement. Launch August 2026. Tax-exempt payments for eligible residents.
Sports · National NewsPortugal's women's squad faces Latvia and Finland in crucial Nations League matches. Top seeding in 2027 World Cup playoffs at stake for Francisco Neto's team.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Q1 2026 growth of 2.3% masks rising inflation at 2.8%, weak exports, and falling real incomes for workers and retirees. Critical insights for residents.
Economy · National NewsFrance's BPCE declares Portugal its second home market, pledging 4,000 jobs by 2029. Novo Banco to expand insurance bundling & SME lending in major commitment.
National News · PoliticsEx-French cop Cédric Prizzon to face murder trial in Portugal after GNR traffic stop. Court rejects France extradition bid. Life sentence possible.