Health · National NewsMirandela Care-Home Fire Exposes Safety Gaps as Seventh Resident Dies
Seventh victim in Mirandela care home fire fuels scrutiny of Portugal’s safety rules. Learn what expat families should ask before choosing elderly care.
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Health · PoliticsPortugal tightens Ozempic access, leaving expats scrambling for refills
New decree limits Ozempic prescriptions to four specialties, causing delays and added costs for foreigners in Portugal. Learn steps to secure refills.
SportsAzores' Santa Clara left chasing Conference League dream after Dublin blow
Santa Clara must overturn a 2-1 first-leg loss in Dublin to keep Portugal in the Europa Conference League. Know travel tips and broadcast options.
Tourism · Other NewsLoulé night patrol detains 21 in Algarve drink-drive and nitrous crackdown
Algarve crackdown: 21 held in Loulé bar raids; officers seize nitrous, cocaine, cash. Check Portugal's strict drink-drive rules.
Environment · EconomyYear-Round Wildfires Reshape Insurance Costs for Homeowners Moving to Portugal
Facing soaring premiums as Portugal's wildfire season grows? Learn mitigation steps and insurance tips to keep your property fully protected in 2025.
Environment · National NewsRecord-Breaking Arganil Fire Upends Rural Portugal, Alarming Foreign Residents
Arganil wildfire update: road blocks, power loss, insurance steps and evacuation advice for Portugal’s residents. Stay informed, safeguard your property.
National News · ImmigrationOne-Day Shift in Portugal School Calendar Alters Expats' December Logistics
Portugal school holiday now begins 17 Dec and ends 5 Jan. Learn how the one-day tweak impacts airfares, childcare and expats' visa planning.
Environment · TechPortugal Banks on Drones and Volunteers to Tackle 2025 Wildfires
Portugal wildfire plan 2025 deploys 11k firefighters, AI drones, EU planes. Know buffer rules, trail closures and insurance demands.
Economy · CultureStreet Art Provokes Fresh Debate on Who Can Still Afford Lisbon
Lisbon housing costs near record highs. Discover rent data, policy fixes and realistic options for newcomers. Plan your move.