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National News · TechGonçalo Castelo-Branco becomes first Portuguese on Nobel Medicine Committee, helping select 2026 laureates. Historic milestone for Portugal's science.
SportsSporting CP votes March 14, 2026 for club president. Incumbent Varandas promises Rui Borges extension in battle against challenger Bruno Sá for governance control.
National News · PoliticsPortugal intercepts 1.8 tons of cocaine off Azores coast, arrests 8 suspects. Coordinated raids in Porto and nationwide cannabis sweep intensify enforcement campaign in March 2026.
Tech · PoliticsPortuguese intelligence warns of foreign state-sponsored phishing targeting WhatsApp and Signal accounts. Learn how to protect yourself from these attacks.
Economy · PoliticsDiesel and gasoline surge 10 cents per liter in Portugal. Left-wing parties demand price caps on essentials as cost of living crisis deepens amid Middle East tensions.
Economy · National NewsIran-US conflict closes Strait of Hormuz, forcing Portugal to raise fuel subsidies. Expect 10-15% electricity hikes and food price surges through April.
National News · PoliticsPortugal's Air Force qualifies its first female rescue swimmer for search-and-rescue operations. Historic milestone expands SAR capabilities protecting residents.
Culture · National NewsLisbon honors writer António Lobo Antunes with state funeral and new Benfica library housing his 20,000-book archive. Opening late 2026.
National News · PoliticsPedro Vieira acquitted of all charges after investigating pandemic vaccine conflicts. Court reaffirms press freedom protections in Portugal.