EnvironmentPre-Dawn Storm to Drench Southern Portugal, Trigger Flash-Flood Risk
Orange alert 03:00-15:00 Wed: heavy rain, flash-flood risk & 90 km/h gusts in Setúbal, Évora, Beja and Faro. Check roads and school apps before you go.
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Sports · EconomyCoastal Makeover Draws 15,000 to Lisbon Marathon; Chumba, Bekele Triumph
Lisbon Marathon 2025 debuts faster coastal route and welcomes 15,000 runners. Discover winners, course tweaks, traffic detours and tips for Lisbon residents.
Politics · National NewsPortuguese Police Stage Silent Parliament Sit-In Over Pay, Warn of Holiday Patrol Cuts
Portugal’s PSP and GNR officers demand fair pay, warning rural patrol cuts and slower emergency response this Christmas. Learn what’s at risk for residents.
Environment · EconomyVila Nova de Poiares Offers Landowners Up to 300 Free Native Trees to Cut Fire Risk
Get 300 free native trees in Vila Nova de Poiares. Expert planting support and biomass removal included—cut wildfire risk and earn future cork income.
CulturePortugal Unveils Limited Iron Maiden Photo Book Ahead of Sold-Out Lisbon Show
Iron Maiden’s 352-page photo chronicle hits Portuguese stores. Explore limited extras, pre-order bundles, and grab your copy before the sold-out Lisbon show.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Offloads Idle Offices to Build 59,000 Affordable Homes
Portugal to raise €1.2 bn by selling 16 state offices in Lisbon and Porto, funding 59,000 affordable homes and targeting 5-8% rent cuts by 2028 in nationwide plan.
Health · National NewsPortugal's Early Flu Jab Rush Keeps Free Shots Within Reach
Portugal is on track to meet its flu-jab target, with 2,500 pharmacies and SNS clinics giving flu shots and updated COVID-19 boosters. Book online or walk in.
Economy · TechMissing Parcels and Fake Sites Spur Online Shopping Backlash in Portugal
Portugal’s e-shopping boom hits snags: lost parcels, fake sites, refund hassles. Learn your consumer rights and smart ways to shop safely before Black Friday.
Tech · National NewsPortugal to Switch On Quantum-Secured Fiber Network Protecting Public Data
Portugal’s new quantum network shields government, banking and health records from future hacking. See how nationwide rollout could change your transactions.