Economy · National NewsPortugal's Property Tax Deadline Passed: What Happens to Non-Payers Now
Portugal's IMI property tax deadline has passed. Learn what penalties, interest rates, and property seizure risks non-payers now face in 2026.
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Health · National NewsUnlicensed Care Homes in Setúbal Shut Down: 24 Seniors Rescued from Unsafe Conditions
Portugal shut down two unlicensed care homes in Setúbal in May 2026, rescuing 24 seniors from unsafe conditions. Check if your family's care home is licensed legally.
Transportation · National NewsCritical Collision on EN 226 Near Moimenta da Beira Leaves One Airlifted
Two-vehicle collision on EN 226 near Moimenta da Beira injures 8. One airlifted critically to Hospital São Teotónio. EN 226 safety concerns continue.
Transportation · National NewsFatal Cascais Bus Collision Highlights Portugal's Road Safety Challenges
A 67-year-old driver died after a suspected stroke caused a collision with a MobiCascais bus on Rua da Torre. Two passengers sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Health · National NewsSantarém Woman Dies After 29-Minute Ambulance Wait: INEM Response Crisis Deepens
A Santarém woman died after a 29-minute ambulance wait. Learn how INEM delays affect residents and what to do in emergencies.
Sports · National NewsPortugal's 2026 World Cup Squad Under Spotlight: One Agent Controls 70% of Players
70% of Portugal's 2026 World Cup squad are Jorge Mendes/Gestifute clients. Coach Martínez defends merit-based selection ahead of June tournament in USA, Canada, Mexico.
Politics · National NewsConstitutional Reform Delayed to December 2026 as IL Accuses Chega of 'Media Stunt'
IL criticizes PSD-Chega deal delaying constitutional reform to December 2026. Voting age 16, healthcare changes, presidential terms among key proposals.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Debt Hits Record High, But Savings Rates and Tax Cuts Ease the Burden for Residents
Portugal's debt hit €287.1 billion in April. Learn how certificados de aforro and new tax cuts impact residents and expats in Portugal.
Health · National NewsYoung Man Avoids Psychiatric Institution: Pedrógão Grande Court Orders Mental Health Treatment Over Confinement
Leiria court suspended psychiatric internment for young man with intellectual disability. Mandatory outpatient mental health treatment replaces institutionalization in Pedrógão Grande case.