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National NewsPortugal adds 430 school libraries by Aug 2026 in €3.5M push to close reading gaps affecting 90,000 kids—especially in Lisbon and Porto metro areas.
Economy · National NewsPortugal saw 16.3% house price growth in 2025—third-highest globally. Discover how 2026 Euribor rises, government incentives, and EU reforms now impact your mortgage and rent.
Health · Transportation2026 DRC Ebola outbreak: 363 confirmed cases, 116 under investigation. Airport screening, travel restrictions, and safety protocols for Portugal-Angola routes explained.
Economy · TransportationMadeira's car sales fell 15.5% in Q1 2026 while mainland Portugal grew 9.4%. Used car purchases rose 4.2%, EVs surged 33.8%. What's driving the shift?
National News · HealthPortuguese kids spend 38 hours/week in school, nearly double EU average. Psychologists warn of rising anxiety and stress. Learn what's changing for 2025-2026.
Politics · National NewsSetúbal school workers demand safer conditions and fair wages. Understaffing threatens student supervision. Read about the June 2 strike impact.
Tech · PoliticsEuropean Parliament replaces Google with Qwant search. How EU digital sovereignty and new payment systems like Wero affect privacy and tech for Portugal residents.
Economy · PoliticsOver 60 Portuguese tax offices closed June 1, 2026 as workers demand career reform. Ongoing crisis affects property sales, refunds, customs, and business permits.
Transportation · National NewsPortugal targets 50% fewer road deaths by 2030. More highway patrols, surprise checks, speed cameras & tougher enforcement coming for residents.