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Fitch upgrades Portugal to A+, its best credit rating in 15 years

The upgrade reflects years of falling public debt and stronger-than-expected growth in Portugal, Fitch said, restoring a rating not seen since 2011. President Seguro hailed the news, though Fitch cautioned that defence spending and housing costs still pose risks.

Euronews

Fatal Lisbon funicular crash linked to faulty cable and maintenance failures

The derailment and crash of the Glória funicular on 3 September killed 16 people and injured 21 others. Most of the victims were foreign nationals.

Euronews

Lisbon to create new mechanism to ensure safety after deadly funicular crash

A preliminary report said problems with a cable likely caused the funicular railway popular with tourists to hurtle down a hill

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Couple killed in Lisbon crash ‘hugely talented’ and ‘inspired next generation’

A total of 16 people died when the popular tourist attraction derailed in the centre of the city on Wednesday night.

The Independent UK

Couple killed in Lisbon funicular crash posted pictures of trip before they died

A total of 16 people died when the popular tourist attraction derailed in the centre of the city on Wednesday night.

Evening Standard

Cristiano Ronaldo gives Scotland more heartbreak with late Nations League winner

Portugal 2-1 Scotland: Ronaldo struck in the 88th minute after Scott McTominay fired the visitors into an early lead

The Independent UK

A student club is suing its school, saying its pro-Palestinian views were censored

Members of the Washington, D.C., school Arab students club say their rights were violated "because the school does not want their viewpoint ... to be heard."

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Anger over corruption and Portugal's economy dominate Sunday's general election

Portugal holds a general election, following the resignation amid a corruption investigation of Socialist leader António Costa, after eight years in power. He hasn't been accused of any crime.

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