Politics · National NewsPrison Guard Strike Threatens Court Delays Across Portugal in March 2026
Prison guards plan month-long strike from March 3-31, 2026. Expect court delays, extradition delays, and justice system disruptions across Portugal.
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Economy · National NewsPortugal's €6 Billion Storm Crisis: What Workers, Homeowners, and Business Owners Need to Know Right Now
Affected by storms in Portugal? Learn furlough rules, insurance claims, grants, and regional support for workers, renters, and business owners navigating recovery.
National News · TechPortugal Shuts Out Press in Teen Digital Extremism Trial
Portugal’s closed-door teen digital-extremism trial bars media and may reshape safety norms and press freedom—see what it means for parents, schools, tech.
Environment · National NewsTagus Flood Alert Drops to Yellow But Recovery Will Take Weeks
Tagus flood status drops to yellow as Portugal faces €108M in agricultural losses, 100+ road closures, and weeks of cleanup. What residents should know now.
Environment · National NewsCosta da Caparica: Third Cliff Collapse Forces Permanent Evacuation of Coastal Residents
Almada's Costa da Caparica sees third cliff collapse displacing 500+ residents. Officials warn fossil cliffs too unstable for return. What this means for you.
EconomyFalling Portuguese Bond Yields Could Cut Your Mortgage Rates and Boost Savings
Falling Portuguese bond yields may lower Euribor, trim mortgage repayments, revive sub-3% fixed deals, influence savings returns for Portuguese borrowers.
Transportation · EconomyLisbon Storms Silence Operating Rooms in Cabo Verde—Portugal Faces Port Fee Rise
Lisbon storms shut the port, delaying anaesthetic gas for Cabo Verde and pausing surgeries. Portugal considers higher freight fees and tougher safety rules—what residents should know.
EconomyBPI to Sell Stakes in Mozambique and Angola, Repatriating €200M
Banco BPI plans to sell its stakes in Mozambique's BCI and Angola's BFA, repatriating €200M to Portugal while keeping Maputo branches open for clients.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal’s 350,000 Civil Servants to Get February Pay Rise, Higher Meal Allowance
From February 2026, 350,000 Portuguese civil servants gain at least €56 plus a €6.15 meal allowance—see how much back-pay lands in your account.