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Environment · National NewsHow Portugal's Bottle Deposit Scheme Is Reshaping City Streets and Creating a Hidden Economy
Discover how Portugal's €0.10 bottle deposit system is changing urban life in Lisbon, Porto, and beyond. What residents need to know about the Volta scheme.
Tech · EconomyVodafone Fined €160,000 for Secretly Inserting Ads Into TV Contracts
Anacom fines Vodafone €160,000 for changing TV contracts without notice. Know your 30-day cancellation rights and how to protect yourself from telecom fee traps.
Transportation · EconomyLisbon's New Airport: €7.9-8.9 Billion Project Opening 2035 with Higher Flight Costs
Lisbon's Luís de Camões airport opens 2035 in Alcochete with 56M capacity. Expect €10 extra per flight from 2030. 20-min train link. Private €8.9B investment.
Politics · HealthHow Ponta Delgada's Inclusive Space is Transforming Homelessness Support
Discover how Casa Manaias in Ponta Delgada tackles homelessness through occupational therapy and community inclusion workshops. See what's changing for vulnerable residents.
National News · PoliticsBrazilian Suspects Arrested at Lisbon Airport After Planned Murder and Robbery in Porto
Three Brazilian nationals arrested at Lisbon Airport for premeditated murder-robbery in Porto. Police intercept suspects before flight to Brazil with stolen cash.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Secures €100M Investment Gateway to Cape Verde's Growth Surge
Portuguese businesses gain priority access to Cape Verde's €378M infrastructure pipeline. New credit line opens doors to energy, telecoms, and port projects.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Job Market Bounces Back: Lay-offs Plunge 26% as Hiring Accelerates
Lay-offs in Portugal plunge 26% to 2,739 cases in June. Unemployment benefits hit 3-year low. What the tightening job market means for workers and employers.
Transportation · National NewsPorto's Free Transit Card Is Now Live: How to Save €400 Yearly on Transport
Porto launched free public transport for residents via Cartão Porto in July 2024. Save up to €400 yearly on metro, buses & trains. 44,000 enrolled. Apply now.