Minister Under Fire Amidst Heatwave and Exam Glitches
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Portugal is preparing for a significant heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 41°C, starting this Sunday and intensifying on Monday. Simultaneously, a new system designed with Deloitte's assistance to control national exams is being implemented for the second phase, following issues where approximately 300 exams from the first phase required 'reconstitution'.
In political news, Luís Neves, the current Minister of Internal Administration, is facing scrutiny and has stated he is 'absolutely calm' and will provide explanations regarding ongoing controversies, though he has not specified a date for his testimony.
On a positive note, the country's beauty sector is experiencing significant growth since the pandemic, driven by social media. This trend is highlighted by recent acquisitions within the industry, with companies like Sonae focusing on this expanding market.