Portugal News in English

Good morning! It’s 19th August, and here’s your Portugal daily news capsule.

Portugal approves a law banning the burqa in public spaces despite cultural sensitivities.

Nearly 1,500 firefighters battle wildfires in the North amid maximum risk conditions.

Government dismisses structural reform of Social Security for this legislative session.

Trump claims no talks are ongoing with Iran, shares image of Hormuz as U.S. territory.

Students unable to change higher education applications can now use complaint forms.

Government insists hospitals must ensure timely access to abortion services.

More than half of Portugal faces desertification risk, restoration plan aims to combat it.

Meta faces trial that could reshape the future of social media platforms.

Moscow under drone attack as Russia intensifies its offensive in Ukraine.

Eclipse enthusiasts prepare for a significant lunar event visible across Brazil.

NASA reveals images of a new crater on the Moon after a SpaceX rocket impact.

Festival Vilar de Mouros returns with five days of concerts, featuring Yungblud.

Portuguese actor Glória Menezes passes away at the age of 91, leaving a legacy.

No one won the Euromillions jackpot this week, prize now climbs to 49 million euros.

Amar Dedic transfers from Benfica to Newcastle for 35.9 million euros.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!