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President's son blames former health secretary for twins' treatment

The 'Twins Case' saw significant developments today as Nuno Rebelo de Sousa, son of the former President, was interrogated. He denied any wrongdoing, specifically malfeasance, and shifted the responsibility for the twins' treatment to António Lacerda Sales, the former Secretary of State for Health. Separately, the Public Ministry provided an explanation for its decision not to investigate former President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in relation to the same case.

In other news, Coach Jesus commented on the situation surrounding footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, emphasizing his role as a symbol for Portugal and the national team, suggesting a possible path to reconciliation. Meanwhile, a military member is facing trial for allegedly sharing online newspapers, with the publication Expresso seeking a substantial 631,000 euros in damages for digital piracy.

Furthermore, new tenant unions are emerging across the country, aiming to provide a stronger collective voice for protests and organization concerning housing issues.

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Developments in the 'Twins Case'

Nuno Rebelo de Sousa, son of the former President, was interrogated regarding the 'Twins Case', where he denied malfeasance and attributed responsibility to António Lacerda Sales, the former Secretary of State for Health. Concurrently, the Public Ministry explained its decision not to investigate former President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in the same context.

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