Health · EconomyRecord Health Spending in Portugal: What Expats Need to Know
Portugal's healthcare spending has hit a record 10% of GDP. Find out how the 2025 budget and digital reforms could affect taxes, hospital queues and access to care.
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Other News · PoliticsLisbon Violent Crime Drops 1.9% on Stronger Patrols, But Residents Still Wary
Official data show violent crime in Lisbon fell 1.9% through September, yet domestic violence rose 5%. See how new patrols and CCTV affect residents’ safety.
Economy · PoliticsWhy Oeiras and Lisbon Dominate Portugal’s Purchasing Power and What Comes Next
Discover Portugal’s 2025 purchasing power map: Oeiras and Lisbon lead while inland zones lag. Learn how decentralisation could rebalance local wealth for households across Portugal.
Environment · PoliticsPortugal’s €6.5M COP30 Pledge Sparks Debate Before 2026 Budget
Portugal’s €6.5M pledge at COP30 draws fire from activists; learn how the row could shape Lisbon’s 2026 budget and Portugal’s standing in global climate finance.
Tourism · EconomyHow Vila Viçosa’s Marble Revival is Shaping Culture and Commerce
Discover Vila Viçosa’s marble heritage, restored palaces, UNESCO bid, sustainable quarries and vibrant arts scene. Plan your 2025 Alentejo, Portugal getaway.
Health · EconomyPortugal’s High Antibiotic Use Puts Residents at Greater Risk of Superbugs
Portugal dispenses antibiotics above the EU average, feeding drug-resistant superbugs. Learn how residents can use medicines responsibly to protect health.
Politics · National NewsFirefighters Protest in Lisbon Over Pay, Aging Gear and Rural Risks
Portugal’s firefighters march through Lisbon for better pay, modern gear and volunteer aid—changes that could reshape emergency response for residents nationwide.
Immigration · PoliticsMigrants in Portugal Brace for Digital Return System, Faster Expulsions
Portugal’s 2025 migration law revamps deportation with digital case tracking, 7-day exit deadlines and new detention centres—what residents and employers need to know.
Economy · EnvironmentPortuguese Manufacturers Lose €1.3B to Red Tape, Jeopardizing Jobs and Exports
Portuguese manufacturers face €1.3B stuck in environmental licensing delays. Explore how red tape threatens jobs, exports and calls for policy reform.