Good morning! Another week has come to an end, marked by the start of the Operação Vórtex trial and intensified discussions about the State Budget – and potential negotiations.
As Parliament opens its doors this month, other highlights occupy the front pages.
Público reports that “Bank of Portugal recommends changes in the law to avoid increased costs for MB Way,” after the app made changes that paved the way for higher usage costs.
Jornal de Notícias reports that “More and more foreigners are choosing Portugal to get married. Porto, Algarve, and Azores on the rise.”
Correio da Manhã states that “Ricardo Salgado’s son accuses bank of abusive interest charges.” According to the daily, “high interest rates outrage” José Bastos Salgados after he used a credit card “following the collapse of BES.”
Other headlines include:
Público:
– “Report: Placed doesn’t mean housed. Another year of student housing crisis”
– “War in Ukraine: Missiles against Russian territory? Zelensky hears another no”
– “Budget: Government forecasts 20% increase in tax revenues”
– “Basic education: Math failures increase: 29% don’t pass 9th grade”
Jornal de Notícias:
– “Government extinguishes health unit after doctors’ refusal”
– “Family used electric scooter to traffic drugs in Greater Porto”
– “Judge recognizes defendant friend in courtroom and halts trial”
Diário de Notícias:
– “Twelve ‘deniers’ accused of crimes of insult and attempted aggression against Gouveia e Melo and Ferro Rodrigues”
– “Education: Minister admits start of school year with thousands of students without classes”
Correio da Manhã:
– “Hundreds of retired teachers return to school”
– “Poll: Sporting favorite to win the League”
– “Fuel: Gasoline price falls to lowest value of the year”
These headlines provide a snapshot of the current news landscape in Portugal, covering topics from politics and economics to sports and social issues.