Stories from Portugal

Constitutional Court President José João Abrantes stated the court is performing its functions well despite operating with only ten of its thirteen judges.

The Carraseta De Anciens cemetery will finally reopen after being abandoned for five years. Reporter Eduardo Pinto reported on the reopening this morning. The news was featured in Jornal de Notícias. The reopening follows a five-year period of abandonment for the site.

The Agra Monte and Prado do Repouso cemeteries in Porto will reopen for guided tours during the Outurnas period. The tours include explanations regarding the ossuary of the former São Bento da Ave Maria convent. The visits will also cover the tomb of Jané Andrade.

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro spent 44 minutes explaining his plan yesterday without a question and answer session. This is an increase from February, when he spent 26 minutes on the same topic including questions and answers.

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro returns to Parliament today for a fortnightly debate. This follows his presentation of the final State Budget (PTR) yesterday. Opposition parties from both the left and right have criticized the presentation, accusing Montenegro of conducting political marketing and propaganda. Portugal's Defense Minister has accepted a challenge to appear before Parliament for an explanation session regarding transfers. The move follows discussions regarding the current global challenges to multilateralism and international law. Paulo Rangel noted in an interview that Portugal remains a defender of international law despite complex global conflicts. André Ventura announced his party has scheduled a parliamentary debate regarding security forces for next Thursday.

Extreme weather events are shifting in frequency, with events that previously occurred twice every ten years potentially occurring more often. The broadcaster used a metaphor of a hat's brim to describe the increasing scale and frequency of these extreme weather shifts. This discussion follows reports of Europe facing increased frequency of extreme weather.

Sugar cane producers in Madeira are demanding higher prices for their crops to maintain economic stability. The sector is to the local economy, supporting products like poncha, honey, and rum, and employs over 1,000 people.

The Guarda Nacional Republicana reported that driving without a valid license increased by more than 9% last year. Most recorded offenders were driving on national roads or in residential streets. Most recorded violators are between 25 and 40 years old. Violations occur primarily on local streets and national roads. Driving infractions involving individuals operating vehicles without a license have increased according to GNR data. In 2025, more than 7,500 drivers were identified operating without a license. This represents an increase of more than 9% compared to the previous year. Over 700,500 infractions were recorded in total. The report, released on April 29, identified a concerning trajectory among drivers. Paul Vicente stated that municipal chambers are currently overloaded with work. He attributed the strain on local resources to the central government.

A report by over 100 scientists from three international organizations indicates Europe is entering a phase of structural climate instability. Data shows 95% of the European continent experienced above-average annual temperatures last year.

A report indicates that June weather was significantly drier in the interior and parts of northwest Spain, contributing to an exceptional wildfire season.