Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's dual-unemployed couples decline 12.6% in February. Eligible families now qualify for 10% benefit boost. Learn about majoração eligibility and application process.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East crisis causes oil price volatility impacting Portugal's fuel, food, and electricity costs. Discover how Hormuz tensions affect residents' wallets.
Economy · National NewsIran-Israel escalation pushes oil to $110, PSI falls 1.55%. Learn how energy costs and markets affect Portuguese residents now.
National News · EconomyCrime in Castelo Branco jumped 3% in 2025. Learn what changed, which crimes surged, and how to protect your home and business in Portugal's interior.
Sports · National NewsBenfica supports Andreas Schjelderup after November 2025 conviction for sharing sexual content involving minors. Club's decision raises questions about accountability in European football.
National News · EconomyGNR arrests two suspects in organized car wash theft scheme across Algarve. Learn how businesses can protect against coin-operated machine theft in Portugal.
Politics · National NewsPortugal grants courts financial autonomy nationwide. Faster repairs, better services, but rural areas face challenges. Here's what changes for court users.
National News · Other NewsPSP arrests 36-year-old man for forcing Lisbon students to withdraw cash at knifepoint. Two robberies in Lumiar parish solved through ATM surveillance.
National News · PoliticsGNR dismantles tobacco smuggling network in Loures, seizing 2.1 tonnes and €33k cash. Two arrested face up to 4 years prison for tax fraud.