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Economy · Digital LifestyleDECO PROteste crowns Continente Portugal’s cheapest online supermarket in its 2025 Price Index. Compare Pingo Doce, Froiz and get delivery & loyalty savings tips.
Environment · PoliticsPortugal invests €187 M to restore 1,000 km of rivers, fortify flood defences and revive biodiversity by 2030—see which waterways near you will benefit.
EconomyOECD inflation slowed to 3.9%, signalling cheaper imported goods, while energy costs climb in Portugal as the ECB holds rates. What to expect in 2026.
Politics · National NewsPolls show Portugal’s 18 Jan presidential vote deadlocked, making a likely 8 Feb runoff. Rural districts and voters aged 55+ may tip the balance—find out why.
Health · PoliticsPortugal’s €17.3 B 2026 SNS budget pledges to cut ER waits, hire more staff and clear a backlog of nearly 1 million patients, aiming to restore trust in public healthcare.
Transportation · TourismPortugal’s airports saw a 5% November uptick, with 69M flyers year-to-date. Discover new flight links, shoulder-season crowds, and upcoming fee hikes.
Transportation · National NewsPortuguese 18-year-olds can win a free 30-day DiscoverEU rail pass in 36 countries plus hostel and museum discounts. Apply in April 2026 and plan your trip.
Economy · TechDiscover why global investors are pouring record FDI into Portugal’s green-energy and digital hubs from Braga to Setúbal—and what it means for jobs and growth in 2026.
Environment · National NewsIPMA issues yellow/orange alerts across mainland Portugal, Madeira and Azores for flash floods, 90 km/h gusts and Atlantic waves up to 5.5 m. See safety tips.