Transportation · National NewsPortugal's Vehicle Inspection Crackdown: Avoid €1,250 Fines and New Recall Rules
Over 9,000 drivers fined for expired inspections in Portugal. New recall enforcement and €250-€1,250 penalties. Check your vehicle now.
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National News · ImmigrationMan Charged with Attempted Murder in Braga Stabbing Case Tied to Regional Discrimination
Braga prosecutors charge man with attempted murder after stabbing victim over regional origin. Separate probe launched into suspect's online hate speech targeting southerners.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Court System Drowning in Cases: What Delays Mean for Your Rights and Money
605,550 pending cases clog Portugal's courts. Learn how 792-day delays affect residents, tax disputes, and business. Reform measures explained.
Environment · National NewsPortugal Reopens Water Well Licenses in Algarve and Alentejo After Drought Freeze
Portugal lifts groundwater restrictions in Algarve and Alentejo. New well licenses now available for farmers and businesses. Learn what this means for residents.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Mortgage Surge Hits 20-Year High: What Rising Euribor Means for Your Monthly Payments
Portugal mortgages hit 10.6% growth in March 2026—highest in 20 years. Discover how Euribor volatility impacts your monthly payments and what it means for affordability.
Economy · National NewsWomen and Young Workers Face Underemployment Crisis in Portugal: What You Need to Know
Portugal's involuntary part-time work hits 2.2% in 2025. Women and youth face structural barriers despite support programs. What it means for residents.
Politics · National NewsHundreds of Families Face Forced Eviction Near NATO Munitions Depot in Portugal
Hundreds of families in Seixal and Sesimbra face potential forced eviction near NATO ammunition storage. Ministry of Defense seeks legal opinion on expropriations.
Economy · National NewsFrench Bank BPCE Takes Over Novo Banco: What Changes for Your Mortgage and Savings
BPCE acquires Novo Banco for €6.7B. Explore what this means for Portuguese mortgages, credit access, and banking competition in 2026.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's Criminal Investigation Department Faces Reckoning Over Decade-Long Case Delays
Portugal's DCIAP department faces parliamentary scrutiny over 1,870% surge in pending cases. Learn how delays impact residents and what's changing.