Economy · PoliticsThe Economist Crowns Portugal Top Performer Among Rich Economies for 2025
Discover why The Economist names Portugal economy of 2025, as low inflation, rising wages and record job creation boost residents' daily spending power.
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Tech · EconomySiemens Chooses Lisbon and Porto for New AI & UX Hubs, Creating 250 Jobs
Siemens will open AI & UX centres in Lisbon and Porto next year, creating 250 high-skill jobs and reinforcing Portugal’s rise as a global tech hub—learn what it means for local talent.
Transportation · EconomyLive: General Strike Causes Mass Queues Lisbon Airport
Portugal’s nationwide general strike is causing mass cancellations and long delays at Lisbon Airport. Here’s what’s happening and how travellers can navigate the disruption.
Politics · EconomyRural Portugal Faces Loss of Daily Papers as PS Seeks Emergency Funds
Eight districts may lose newspaper deliveries on 2 Jan 2026. PS seeks emergency funds for VASP; the government wants competitive bids to preserve rural news.
Tourism · EconomyPastel de Belém Crowned World’s Top Dessert as Alheira de Mirandela Takes Sausage Gold
TasteAtlas 2025 ranks Pastel de Belém the world’s best dessert and Alheira de Mirandela top sausage. Learn how the accolades boost Portugal’s food tourism.
Economy · TourismLisbon's Chiado Joins World's Top-30 Shopping Streets, Pushing Rents Higher
Lisbon’s Chiado has joined the world’s top-30 retail avenues, driving prime rents to €1 680/m². Discover the impact on local shoppers, small merchants and property owners in Portugal.
Economy · PoliticsPortuguese Leaders Seal 22 Pacts and Unlock €500M Credit for Mozambique
Twenty-two pacts and a €500M credit line will fund Portuguese-led energy, health, digital & infrastructure projects in Mozambique. Learn the key details here.
SportsKompany: Bayern Must Be Perfect to Tame Sporting’s Speed and Skill
Ahead of the Champions League clash, Kompany urges Bayern to match Sporting CP’s pace and skill. Discover tactical insights and key player performances.
Tech · PoliticsEU Pushes Voluntary Child-Safety Scans, Portugal’s Chat Encryption in Limbo
Portugal’s messaging apps may face voluntary child-safety scans under new EU rules, risking end-to-end encryption. Learn what expats need now.