Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsConstitutional Court president resigns amid four-judge vacancy crisis. Parliament needs two-thirds majority to fill seats. Why the deadlock matters now.
National News · PoliticsAlmada court sentences Lisbon airport guard to 25 years for murdering wife with 49 stab wounds. Case exposes gaps in domestic violence prevention.
Tourism · National NewsIPMA forecasts showers and thunderstorms for Fátima's May 13 pilgrimage. Temps 10-19°C, 70% rain chance. GNR deploys 200 officers for safety. Essential prep guide.
Economy · National NewsSonae posts record €11.4B revenue with 45% international growth. What this means for Portuguese investors, jobs, and the domestic retail landscape.
Economy · National NewsLisbon PSI falls 0.34% as Brent crude jumps to $106/barrel. Higher electricity, heating & fuel bills ahead for Portuguese residents amid inflation surge
Health · National NewsPortugal bans certain tarefeiro doctors from emergency shifts under new 2026 SNS rules. Threats of legal action escalate. What this means for your access to care.
Health · National NewsDGS confirms Portugal faces very low hantavirus risk despite Antarctic cruise outbreak. No prevention measures needed for residents. Only MV Hondius travelers require monitoring.
Economy · National NewsPortugal cuts construction VAT to 6% and landlord taxes to 10%. Learn how new housing incentives affect buyers, renters, and expats through 2029.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's olive oil sector hit €700M in revenue, becoming Europe's 3rd exporter. Learn how this growth impacts jobs, prices, and the Alentejo region.