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National News · PoliticsLisbon appeals court upholds 25-year sentence for Fernando Silva's barbershop massacre. Defense cites schizophrenia, but courts rule mental illness no excuse.
Transportation · EconomyAzores Airlines privatization deadline set for September 2026. Jobs protected for 30 months, Icelandair and Binter competing. What this means for your flights.
Politics · National NewsConstitutional Court voids PAN leader Inês de Sousa Real's election due to statute violations. Party's leadership now lacks legitimacy. What residents need to know.
Politics · National NewsPortugal backs new 35-nation EU military coalition to support Ukraine and counter Russia. What this defense pact means for European security in 2026.
Economy · National NewsNew Portuguese rental reform lifts rent caps, raises deposits to 3 months, and speeds evictions. See how it affects tenants and housing costs in Lisbon, Porto.
National News · Politics15 charged in PRR fraud at University of Porto. €3.5M diverted through rigged procurement. Impact on residents and EU funding in Portugal.
Environment · HealthFrance's deadly July 2024 heat wave killed 2,300+. How Portugal must adapt cooling centers, wildfire plans, and worker protections now.
Economy · CulturePortuguese book sales fell 2% in Q2 2026, ending four years of growth. Discover why independent bookshops face challenges and what it means for readers.
Culture · PoliticsPorto's World Heritage status at risk as authorities investigate illegal demolitions and construction violations in the historic center. What you need to know.