A CIPES study reveals that 38.1% of higher education students in Lisbon and Porto face housing challenges, with many lacking formal rental agreements. The report urges increased funding for university housing and improved scholarship support to alleviate financial burdens on students.

A 2023 study reveals that socioeconomic barriers continue to impede access to higher education in Lisbon and Porto, with many students lacking sufficient financial aid. The study urges government intervention to expand scholarships and subsidized housing, as current criteria exclude many needy students.

Pedro Nuno Santos, leader of Portugal's Socialist Party, suggests António José Seguro as a potential presidential candidate. Seguro, breaking a decade-long silence, remains undecided and will consult family before making a decision, with no set timeline for an announcement.

On the tenth anniversary of Operation Marquês, ex-Prime Minister José Sócrates claims the investigation was a political setup aimed at ruining his career. Despite annulments, Sócrates still feels targeted by manipulated legal tactics.

The Portuguese Competition Authority has approved Live Nation's acquisition of the Meo Arena, provided competition concerns are addressed. Live Nation commits to fair access and transparent pricing for the venue.

The Union of Pre-Hospital Emergency Technicians (STEPH) halted their strike on November 7, 2024, to negotiate better working conditions with the Ministry of Health. The strike, which began on October 30, was linked to emergency response delays, raising concerns over systemic issues in Portugal's healthcare system.

The Ministry of Health is launching a Special Pre-Hospital Emergency Device to boost INEM's response capacity with 100 firefighter ambulances during the winter flu season. This initiative, starting December 1, 2024, aims to address heightened emergency demands, with ongoing discussions about deployment locations.

Health sector workers will strike on December 6, 2024, seeking negotiations, staff increases, and career recognition. Despite frustrations and unfulfilled promises, essential services like chemotherapy will continue.

The Lisbon Metro has apologized for wrongly including activist names in a compliance report for the Red Line extension, sparking privacy concerns. The activists are pursuing legal action, while the Metro denies illegal surveillance, claiming standard monitoring practices.

Portuguese families have resumed investing in state savings certificates after 11 months of decline, thanks to new rules increasing investment limits. The certificates now attract investors with a 2.5% interest rate amid falling term deposit rates, leading to a record-high investment of €34.128 billion in October 2024.

Portugal sees a housing affordability crisis, especially in the Algarve region, where Lagos demands 150% of average family income for home purchases. Meanwhile, areas like Idanha-a-Nova offer relief with significantly lower financial demands at just 15%.

Google has expanded its Gemini AI assistant to support seven more languages, including Portuguese, enhancing accessibility in Google Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail. This update allows over a billion users to manage tasks in their native language, with upcoming features like automatic message translations in Google Chat.

Branded residences, linked with luxury names, are booming in Portugal, led by projects like Viceroy Residences at Ombria Algarve and Savoy Residence. These offer high-end amenities, attracting international and local affluent buyers seeking exclusive living experiences.

Alexandra Leitão criticized Portugal's Health Ministry for transparency issues, citing incorrect data submitted before a key budget debate. The ministry's report was later corrected, revealing a significant deficit.

The DGES reports a record 108,891 scholarship applications this year, the highest in a decade, with nearly 10% initially rejected. Increased demand led to expanded eligibility, but many denials are pending review.

Portuguese drone tech firm Tekever secured €70M in funding to bolster innovation and expand globally. Led by Baillie Gifford and NATO Innovation Fund, the investment will enhance R&D and production.

Allegations of rape and stealthing against musician João Pedro Coelho have sparked a significant push in Portugal for legal reform on sexual consent. A rapidly growing petition demands the criminalization of stealthing, highlighting the need for stronger legal protections and educational initiatives.

Portugal has launched a national campaign to boost the number of foster families, addressing the urgent need for increased public awareness about fostering. With only 4.1% of 6,446 children in care placed in foster families, the government aims to expand these numbers significantly through collaborations with key social organizations and by engaging the public via community actions and social media.

Chega proposes a 1.5% pension increase for amounts up to €1,500, exceeding previous limits, and plans to abstain from voting on the Socialist Party's 1.25% proposal. This abstention could allow the Socialist proposal to pass if backed by left-wing parties, though Chega criticizes it as insufficiently bold.