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July 26, 2026

Portugal: Heatwave looms, exam system revamped — FrontPages.eu, July 26, 2026

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Portugal is preparing for a significant heatwave as temperatures are forecast to reach up to 41°C starting Sunday, with a sharp increase expected for Monday. Concurrently, the national education system is implementing a new exam control system, developed with Deloitte's assistance, for the second phase of national exams after approximately 300 exams from the first phase required 'reconstitution'. The country's economy is also seeing a boom in the beauty sector, with recent acquisitions and significant growth since the pandemic, boosted by social media. In the political arena, Luís Neves, the Minister of Internal Administration, remains under scrutiny as he has yet to provide a specific date for testimony regarding ongoing controversies, stating he is 'absolutely calm' and will offer explanations in due course.

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Luís Neves, the Minister of Internal Administration, is facing scrutiny and has repeatedly declined to set a date for providing testimony regarding ongoing controversies. Despite promising explanations in due course, he maintains he is 'absolutely calm' but cannot confirm when he will speak.

Observador: Luís Neves 'absolutely calm' and promises explanations

Luís Neves states he is 'absolutely calm' and will provide explanations in due course, though he is unsure when that will be.

Diário de Notícias: Luís Neves again refuses to set a date for testimony on controversies

Luís Neves has once again declined to provide a specific date for his testimony regarding ongoing controversies.

Portugal is preparing for a significant heatwave starting Sunday, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 41°C in some areas by Monday.

Diário de Notícias: Temperatures to reach 41°C, with heatwave expected from Sunday

Portugal is bracing for a significant heatwave starting Sunday, with temperatures expected to climb and reach up to 41°C in some cities by Monday.

A new system for controlling national exams, developed with the assistance of Deloitte, is being rolled out for the second phase of exams, following reports that approximately 300 exams from the first phase require 'reconstitution'.

Público: New Exam Control System Designed with Deloitte's Help

Público reports on a new system for controlling national exams, developed with Deloitte's assistance, which is set to be implemented for the second phase. Approximately 300 exams from the first phase require 'reconstitution'.

The beauty industry in Portugal is experiencing substantial growth, with recent acquisitions and increased consumer spending since the pandemic, driven partly by social media influence.

Observador: The Millions of Beauty Businesses in Portugal

The owner of Perfumes & Companhia acquired Primor's operation in Portugal, with Sonae seeing the beauty segment as a major focus. The beauty sector has grown significantly since the pandemic, boosted by social media.

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