All the latest news from The Portugal Post — politics, economy, culture and more.
Politics · National NewsOperação Marquês, Portugal's biggest corruption trial, is suspended until 4 Dec as ex-PM José Sócrates seeks new counsel; some charges may expire by 2026.
Environment · EconomyAlgarve reservoirs now 67% full, easing drought fears and securing holiday water supply. See planned desalination, pipelines and reuse projects ahead.
Health · EconomyBird-flu alert in Portugal may push chicken and egg prices higher. See how Aveiro, Leiria, Santarém and Setúbal are affected and the safety steps farms take.
Transportation · EconomyExpect busier runways and possible delays at Lisbon Airport's Humberto Delgado during the 2025 Web Summit as slot limits strain capacity for fliers—plan early.
Environment · PoliticsA judge keeps Portugal’s €222 M Pisão dam project on hold, raising drought fears, budget overruns and political tension for Alentejo councils. See next steps.
Sports · National NewsFPF probes Alvalade glass collapse; FC Porto may face fines, stadia bans or points cut. Follow updates on timeline and impact on the Liga Portugal title race.
Economy · EnvironmentCanadian pension fund sells 5.2% stake in EDP for €815m. Find out what the exit means for Portuguese electricity bills, dividends and 2030 climate goals.
Immigration · EconomyDiscover the dark side of Portugal's housing boom. Illegal 'micro-rooms' packed with migrants reveal a crisis of exploitation, overcrowding, and weak enforcement.
Culture · ImmigrationJoin Angolan star Edmázia Mayembe on 26 June at Lisbon’s Coliseu dos Recreios as she marks 15 years in music. Book your tickets now and feel the best of Lusophone R&B live.