Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Tech · National NewsPortuguese teens gain hands-on AI ethics training through design sprints. €3.5M Algarve initiative shapes responsible tech leaders in 45 schools.
Transportation · National NewsA drug arrest at Sete Rios station highlights tougher enforcement under new legal protections. Learn what Lisbon commuters need to know about police powers.
National News · EconomyPortugal overhauls Court of Audit rules by summer 2026, removing pre-approval delays for public contracts. What changes for infrastructure projects.
Health · National NewsPortugal residents face Europe's highest drug costs. EQUALMED study shows matching France's standards could prevent 1,577 deaths yearly.
Economy · National NewsStorm-damaged businesses in Portugal can now access €3B in emergency credit with zero fees. Learn eligibility, application process, and grant options for 2025.
National News · EconomyStorm Kristin devastated Marinha Grande with €118 million in damage. Learn recovery steps for residents, businesses, and families seeking aid and reconstruction support.
Politics · National NewsPresident-elect Seguro and PM Montenegro held a 160-minute meeting on storm recovery and labor reform ahead of March 9 inauguration. Key implications for workers.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's universities demand emergency funding as court ruling and VAT delays threaten researcher positions. What's happening and how it affects you.
National NewsHouse fire victims in Portugal qualify for emergency housing aid, reconstruction grants up to €250,000, and monthly subsidies. Learn about available support for displaced residents.