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Transportation · National NewsPre-New Year weekend traffic in Portugal saw 106 crashes, 40 injuries and zero deaths. Learn the police measures in place and how to keep your holiday trip safe.
Health · National NewsFlu season and staff shortages at Hospital Fernando Fonseca, Amadora-Sintra, leave patients waiting up to 12 hours. See the new clinics and hotline options to avoid delays.
Sports · TransportationPlan your Sunday in Porto: the São Silvestre run shuts central streets 09:00-22:00. Metro boosts frequency and CP offers €3 return tickets—check routes before you travel.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal raises IMI construction benchmark to €570/m²—€712.5 incl. land—effective 2026. Learn how this could increase residents' property tax bills next year.
Environment · TransportationDry skies for Portugal’s New Year’s Eve, but brace for sub-zero valleys, coastal highs of 10–15 °C, morning fog and yellow cold alerts — drive home safely.
Politics · EconomyFrom 2025, Portugal's new media transparency rules will reveal state ad revenues, foreign funding and directors' political ties. Submit comments by January 15.
EconomyPortugal’s subsidised mortgage for buyers with 60%+ disability sees a slight rate hike to 2.623% in Jan 2026. Find out how this impacts your repayments.
Economy · PoliticsFrom 1 January, Portugal's minimum wage rises to €870 gross, meal vouchers go up and overtime enjoys tax relief—check your January payslip to confirm the 2024 boosts.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover what Portugal’s 2.1% budget surplus and public-sector wage rises mean for taxes, mortgage rates and cost of living in 2025, plus policy deadlines.