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The front page of Público features several prominent domestic stories, including a report on abortion statistics in 2025, highlighting that over 44% of procedures were performed by foreign women and noting territorial inequities. Another major story investigates the mother of twins allegedly…
In 2025, there were 18,239 voluntary abortions in Portugal. The Directorate-General of Health warns of territorial inequalities and calls for accessible, inclusive services that cater to linguistic diversity.
The mother of the twins is accused of trying to exploit all available subsidies from the Portuguese state. The investigation also involves claims that Lacerda Sales and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital 'abused their positions'.
A podcast discusses the recent prohibition of 'cunha', a form of political lobbying, as a significant historical development.
Allegations suggest that Lacerda Sales and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital misused their authority in a related case.
The Public Ministry has confirmed the involvement of Nuno Rebelo de Sousa in the case concerning the twins.
The 'Volta' program resulted in 400 million euros in refunds, and measures to support restaurants are set to be enhanced.
Following a period of intense scrutiny, ongoing investigations continue to place Fernando Alexandre and Luís Neves under pressure.
A European trade union confederation claims that Uber is illegally charging commissions exceeding legal limits.
Economist Ralph Chami suggests that the Portuguese government needs to better grasp the financial importance of the Azores region.
Information regarding the upcoming Brazilian elections in 2026.
