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Politics · EconomyPortugal’s president-elect António José Seguro vows paper-free grants, loans and tax breaks within days after winter storms. See key dates and how to claim now.
Environment · TransportationFlooding of the Alcoa River in Alcobaça displaced 17 residents, closed 6 km of EN8 and unlocked up to €2.5 billion in aid. Find out how to apply for support.
Health · PoliticsPortugal's new vape rules add a 50% tax, ban flavoured pods and expand no-vape zones at cafés and schools. See how changes affect smokers, parents and owners.
Tech · Digital LifestyleUnder the EU Digital Services Act, Portugal’s ANACOM can audit TikTok, demand screen-breaks and curb infinite scroll or face multi-million-euro fines—see what it means for you.
Environment · National NewsOrange-red flood alerts issued for Portugal's major rivers. Residents may face evacuations, road closures and power cuts—learn how to stay safe today.
Immigration · PoliticsPortugal’s visa backlog now stretches 12–20 weeks, with stricter residency tests and longer family-reunification waits challenging expats in 2026. Learn what to expect.
Politics · EnvironmentPortugal’s €2.5B flood-relief plan sends €5,000 to homeowners in 3 days, backs businesses, rebuilds infrastructure, and offers tax breaks for affected areas.
Sports · PoliticsSurpassing Portugal’s 20-month pretrial cap, Fernando Madureira walks free to an 18-month stadium ban, prompting tighter security at Porto’s Estádio do Dragão.
Sports · EconomyJosé Mourinho says a Porto loss to Sporting would cut the Liga Portugal gap to four points, boosting Benfica ticket demand, TV fees and match-day spending.