All the latest news from The Portugal Post — politics, economy, culture and more.
SportsBenfica's Schjelderup delivers two assists as Norway stuns Brazil 2-1. Neymar retires. England survives chaos. What it means for Portugal's Spain clash.
Economy · TransportationOPEC+ production increase could cut diesel and gas costs in Portugal by 3-5 cents per liter by autumn. Learn what lower oil prices mean for your budget.
Health · National NewsFunchal hospital suspends emergency department visiting hours due to severe overcrowding. 50 await beds, 200 cleared patients stuck. Impact on Madeira families.
Environment · National NewsMassive wildfire across Viseu and Aveiro districts injures 5 (2 critical), destroys biomass facility. What residents need to know about the fire status and affected areas.
Economy · National NewsPortugal Supreme Court rules CGD must index vacation meal allowances annually. Bank owes 9 years back pay plus interest to thousands of employees.
Health · National NewsA 22-year-old Brazilian died in Vila Franca de Xira's river during festival season, adding to Portugal's 57 drowning deaths in early 2026. Know the risks.
National News · ImmigrationViolent incidents erupted during Cape Verde World Cup celebrations in Cacém, Sintra. Learn how Portugal's sports security laws affect residents and what to expect.
Immigration · PoliticsPope Leo XIV criticizes EU's new asylum detention rules. Portugal must implement mandatory screening centers and process changes by 2025.
Economy · TransportationOPEP+ adds 188k barrels/day as oil crashes 42%. Portuguese drivers see fuel relief now, with bigger savings expected by late summer as supply increases continue.