The second round of the presidential election is taking place today in 20 parishes and voting sections after an earlier postponement, affecting about 36,000–40,000 registered voters across eight municipalities. Reports from CNN Portugal, Público and Expresso say the National Elections Commission (Comissão Nacional de Eleições or CNE) confirmed ballot boxes opened without incident and that local voting is limited to the specified parishes. Voters in the listed parishes should verify their polling station and times before going to vote.

Update: Polls opened; interruption reported in Leiria

Público, ECO and Correio da Manhã report the CNE confirmed ballot boxes opened on time in the 20 postponed parishes; ECO cites CNE spokesperson André Wemans. Público says at least one voting suspension occurred in Bidoeira de Cima (Leiria), where about 2,000 electors vote. No widespread disruptions were reported elsewhere.

Update: CNE records 30,000+ registered voters in postponed parishes

RTP and other outlets say the CNE lists just over 30,000 registered electors in the 20 parishes and sections holding the delayed second round. Observador and Público report voting in Bidoeira de Cima was briefly suspended and later resumed, while officials reported no other major incidents during opening.

Update: Reports vary: 30k–36k registered voters

Expresso and some local outlets put the number of registered electors closer to 36,000 across the postponed parishes, while RTP, the CNE and other outlets report just over 30,000. Reporters say the gap likely reflects different counting times and methods; sources consistently report that ballot boxes opened on schedule and that the only notable interruption was the brief suspension in Bidoeira de Cima, which later resumed.

The Financial Times MBA rankings put The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova among Portugal's top programmes and mark the debut of Porto Business School in the top 100 at 96th place. The Lisbon MBA consolidated its national leadership, while the Porto programme's entry raises the country's international profile for executive education. Executives and prospective MBA candidates should factor rising international recognition into decisions about study location and employer sponsorship.

Update: Porto Business School debuts at 96th

ECO and Dinheiro Vivo report The Lisbon MBA retained its national leadership in the Financial Times Global MBA rankings while Porto Business School made its first appearance in the top 100 at 96th. Dinheiro Vivo notes The Lisbon MBA has about 80% foreign students and roughly 50% foreign faculty, underlining the programme's international orientation.

Patients treated for cancer at Braga Hospital are reporting shortages of essential medications, according to Correio da Manhã and Observador. Hospital users and patient groups say missing drugs are disrupting scheduled treatments; hospital or regional health authorities have not published a full response in these reports. Oncology patients should contact their clinic or prescribing doctor before appointments and consider arranging alternatives or prescriptions through their pharmacy if advised. Those treated in Braga should keep a record of prescriptions and follow up with the hospital's patient support services.

Update: Hospital denies shortages; complaints continue

Diário de Notícias, Público and Observador report the hospital administration denies any “ruptura de fármacos,” saying there is no stock break and that staff are applying a “gestão criteriosa” to manage quantities delivered. The Health Users Commission of Braga (Comissão de Utentes da Saúde de Braga) says it has received multiple complaints from chemotherapy patients since 12 February who say they lacked medicines. The two sides contradict each other and health authorities have not published a joint inventory, so the exact scale of any shortage remains unclear.

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde told the Munich Security Conference she rejects a tax on capital that does not remain in Europe and instead favours incentives to keep private investment in the single market. She said roughly 37% of European companies are adopting artificial intelligence in production, and argued incentives and regulatory simplification can attract and retain capital better than punitive measures. Investors and business owners should watch EU-level debates on incentives and any policy shifts that could affect cross-border investment.

The former president of LNEC warned that infrastructures in flooded areas or on highly saturated soil face increased risk of damage after recent heavy rains and floods, CNN Portugal reports. The comment flags how saturated ground can undermine foundations, roads and public utilities and calls for inspections and priority safety checks. Residents and property owners in flood-affected zones should arrange structural assessments, follow municipal safety guidance and document any damage for insurers.

Publico reports that the National Health Service (Serviço Nacional de Saúde or SNS) performed more than 19,000 obesity surgeries in the last five years, with 1,811 patients currently on the waiting list and an average wait near five months. The piece also highlights shortages of places for young people with disabilities, forcing difficult family care choices. Those relying on public healthcare should expect multi-month waits for bariatric surgery and discuss timelines and support options with their GP or hospital.

Galp plans a wind farm near Odemira, but local business owners, elected officials and environmentalists say the project risks harm to tourism and place-based character, Expresso reports. Opponents argue the site is a “tourist gem” and want stronger environmental and planning scrutiny before approval; Galp says the project aligns with energy goals. Residents and property owners near Odemira should follow municipal planning consultations and environmental-impact notices, as permissions and mitigation measures could affect land use and development nearby. Those with tourism or business interests in the area should watch for public consultations and possible legal challenges.

Update: Expresso: businesses and environmentalists oppose project

Expresso's more detailed coverage quotes local entrepreneurs, autarcas and environmental groups calling Odemira a “tourist gem” and urging stricter scrutiny of the wind farm's impacts on tourism and landscape. Galp maintains the development supports national energy targets but faces growing public opposition as municipal consultations begin.

President of the Republic Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa urged starting discussions on a national disaster fund during a visit to flood-hit Alcácer do Sal, saying Portugal lacks a dedicated fund while other countries and the EU have one. He praised local leaders and volunteers, and said worsening storms make planning for collective responses sensible. Residents in flood-prone areas should monitor any proposed fund for details on eligibility and compensation mechanisms.

Update: Marcelo presses government during flood tour

Multiple outlets report the president used a visit to Alcácer do Sal to press the Government and propose a new disaster fund, saying Portugal should follow EU peers that already have such mechanisms. Observador and ECO noted the visit praised local officials and volunteers while also pushing for formal talks on how a fund would work.

Valdis Dombrovskis wrote in ECO that the European economy needs less bureaucracy and more focus on growth, arguing redundant regulation raises costs and deters investment. He says the European Commission's wide simplification programme aims to make rules work better for citizens and businesses. Business owners and those interacting with EU rules should watch upcoming simplification measures that may affect cross-border paperwork and compliance.

Dinheiro Vivo lists fees charged by Brazilian consulates in Portugal to help Brazilians budget for routine consular tasks: a biometric passport for adults costs about €132, with different rates for children and other services. The guide covers common transactions such as registering births, legalisations and travel authorisations. Brazilian nationals living in Portugal should check the consulate website before visiting and factor these fees into plans for document renewals or legal procedures.

Update: Biometric passport costs €132 and is valid ten years

Dinheiro Vivo notes the biometric passport referenced is valid for up to ten years for adults; fees vary by age and consular service, so check the specific consulate page before you make an appointment.

After more than a year of debate and a prior Constitutional Court challenge, Parliament amended the Immigration Law with Law No. 61/2025 of 22 October, introducing administrative reorganisation and new control measures, Portugal Resident reports. The change follows intensive discussion and is meant to reshape how migration procedures are handled; the report notes the Constitutional Court (Tribunal Constitucional) previously rejected parts of the draft. Residents with pending immigration applications or awaiting procedural changes should watch official guidance from immigration services for any new steps.

Update: Parliament enacts Law No. 61/2025 changes

Portugal Resident confirms the amendment is recorded as Law No. 61/2025 (22 October) and says it reorganises administrative structures and adds tighter control measures; implementation details and official guidance are expected from immigration services.

The Portuguese Society of Internal Medicine presented a hospital reform plan to the government, saying rising demand for consultations and surgeries has increased waiting lists and strained the National Health Service (Serviço Nacional de Saúde or SNS), CNN Portugal reports. The proposal includes hospital reorganisation and greater collaboration between specialties to cope with crisis phases and higher caseloads. Patients on waiting lists should follow communications from their hospital or primary care unit about scheduling and prioritisation.

Update: Presenter names rising demand as main cause

CNN Portugal quotes António Martins Baptista of the Portuguese Society of Internal Medicine, who said the increase in consultations and surgeries is a main driver of longer waiting lists and presented reorganisation and cross-specialty collaboration as remedies.