Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsPhysics-Chemistry exam error hit 12,603 students in Portugal's first digital grading. Check deadlines for reviews, September retakes, and university admissions.
National News · Politics166,000 students affected by grading errors in Portugal's first digital exam rollout. Get corrected results, re-evaluation deadlines, and university application protections.
National News · PoliticsLidl supermarket in Coimbra hit by organized explosives robbery. Santa Clara store closed. PJ investigates. What it means for residents and local safety.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's drug evidence scandal deepens. Mishandled cocaine lab chemicals and Interior Minister's contractor ties spark investigation into accountability.
National News · PoliticsAzores court sentences woman to 21 years for murder-for-hire of husband in Terceira. Cousin gets 18.5 years. How the rare case unfolded from natural death ruling to conviction.
National News · Politics53-year-old detained for child sexual abuse in Setúbal. Essential support resources, legal protections, and CPCJs for families across Portugal.
National News · PoliticsPortugal authorized U.S. military operations at Lajes Air Base. Explore NATO commitments, treaty frameworks, and transparency debates affecting Portuguese residents.
Economy · PoliticsMozambique's €162M tax claim against Galp escalates to ICSID arbitration, but President Chapo signals openness to negotiate a settlement.
National News · Politics51-year-old Outlaws gang member arrested after firing shots at three men over vehicle sale dispute in Peso da Régua. Learn about organized crime and gun violence in Portugal.