Economy · ImmigrationMontepio’s Half-Year Windfall Signals Safer Savings for Portugal Expats
Montepio's record €70.7M profit and new investment-grade rating hint at steadier rates and safer deposits in Portugal. See what it means for you.
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Politics · HealthPortugal Plans Miscarriage Leave Shake-Up, Fathers Risk Losing Pay
New bill shifts miscarriage leave cost to Social Security, gives mothers 14 days but leaves partners mostly unpaid. Know the paperwork before 2026.
Economy · ImmigrationPortugal’s Economy Accelerates, Offering Expats a Brighter Outlook
Portugal GDP growth hits 1.9%, outpacing euro peers. Discover how this lifts jobs, wages and property trends before you relocate to Portugal.
Health · TechPromised Paperless? SNS 24 App Glitches Leave Portugal’s Expats Offline
SNS 24’s rocky relaunch caused login loops, lost prescriptions and anxiety. Learn fixes and backup plans before your next doctor visit in Portugal.
Health · ImmigrationPortugal’s Slow Rollout of Lung Cancer Screening Raises Expats’ Concerns
Learn how Portugal's delayed lung cancer screening affects expats. Check risk criteria, pilot sites and 2028 rollout plans before your next SNS visit.
TransportationLisbon Ground Crew Walkout Wipes 36 Flights, Frustrating Expats
Lisbon airport strike disrupts summer trips. Learn EU261 claims, backup routes, and tips before you head to Humberto Delgado.
EnvironmentOvernight Wildfire Near Nisa Contained; Villagers Home, Heat Threat Remains
Portugal's Nisa blaze is under control and evacuees are back home. Check road status, fire-map apps and insurance clauses before your Alentejo trip.
National NewsNigerian Engineering Student Identified as Suspect in Shocking Lisbon Beheading
A 29-year-old Nigerian engineering student has been identified as the suspect in a shocking beheading in Lisbon. Police are investigating the timeline and motive after the suspect surrendered at a hospital.
Transportation · EconomyPorto to Galicia in Under an Hour as High-Speed Rail Deal Signed
Funding secured for Porto-Galicia high-speed train. Discover how the 50-minute link will transform commuting, property and escapes for expats.