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Health · National NewsWatchdog report finds Portugal ambulance strike didn't cause Alentejo death, but warns expats of ongoing emergency response delays. Read safety tips.
Environment · ImmigrationVila Real wildfires deploy 10 aircraft and 600 firefighters. Check alerts, air-quality tips and insurance steps for newcomers in Portugal.
Environment · HealthLisbon's new shade corridors drop street temps by up to 12C and appear on Carris maps—plan cooler errands and bike rides this summer. Have your say.
Health · ImmigrationFirst national lung screening starts 2026 in Porto & Cascais. Heavy smokers aged 55-74 get free low-dose CTs via SNS—see how to qualify.
Environment · TourismWildfire swept Peneda-Gerês, closing trails and hurting rentals. Get safety updates, permit rules and insurance guidance for life in northern Portugal.
Health · EnvironmentPortugal UV index soars to 9-10 nationwide August. Expats: get shade times, SPF advice and emergency links to stay safe from burns and heat stress
Politics · EconomyMarcelo's island blitz spotlights Azores science and space. See how new funding, tax breaks and visas could ease your startup or remote-work move.
Culture · TourismDiscover music, food and centuries of tradition at Alcobaça's five-day August fair. Travel, parking and safety tips for visiting expats worldwide.
Environment · TourismPeneda-Gerês fire burned 5,786 ha; see which trails remain closed, how to help locals and the timeline for safe hikes. Stay updated today.