Portugal has seen a 65% increase in cyberattacks targeting Mac computers, fueled by AI-powered malware and the exploitation of QR codes. Phishing attacks alone constitute 40% of these incidents, highlighting a growing threat landscape.

Diário de Notícias: Cyberattacks on Macs Surge 65% in Portugal Amid AI Offensive

A global threat report reveals a 65% increase in cyberattacks targeting Macs in Portugal, driven by AI-powered malware and the misuse of QR codes, with phishing attacks reaching 40%.

The Douro region is in a severe crisis, with efforts to reach a consensus among producers, exporters, and the government being hampered by strong resistance to uprooting vineyards. This opposition threatens a broad agreement aimed at stabilizing the wine sector.

Público: Douro resists vineyard uprooting, risking accord to curb crisis

Producers, exporters, and the government are close to consensus on tackling a severe crisis in the Douro region, but resistance to uprooting vineyards jeopardizes a general agreement.

The audit of the Polícia Judiciária (PJ) was initiated by its current director, Carlos Cabreiro, but the government has not provided a timeline for its completion. This development adds to the mounting pressure on Luís Neves, the Minister of Internal Administration, who is also facing scrutiny from a separate case with the Court of Auditors.

Diário de Notícias: Audit of PJ Requested by Current Director; Government Offers No Timeline

The audit of the Polícia Judiciária (PJ) was initiated by its current director, but the government has not provided a deadline for its completion.

Diário de Notícias: Pressure Mounts on Luís Neves Amid PJ Audit and Court of Auditors Case

Luís Neves faces increased pressure due to an ongoing PJ audit and a separate case being handled by the Court of Auditors.

The European Union is considering a new tax on online gaming, a proposal that is facing opposition from Malta, which is supported by Portugal, Italy, and Spain.

Diário de Notícias: EU Considers Online Gaming Tax; Malta Leads Opposition with Portugal's Support

The European Union is contemplating a tax on online gaming, facing opposition from Malta, which is supported by Portugal, Italy, and Spain.

Despite the risk of permanent eye damage from the upcoming solar eclipse, hospitals in Portugal are not planning to increase their ophthalmologist staff in anticipation of potential injuries.

Observador: Eclipse: Hospitals Not Expecting More Eye Doctors

Hospitals are not planning to increase ophthalmologist staff in anticipation of potential eye injuries following the solar eclipse, despite the risk of permanent damage.

Stories highlight several individuals in Portugal, despite their advanced ages, who continue to work, with one person stating, 'I grew old here, my child. I only know how to work.'

Público: Working (hard) beyond retirement: five life stories

Despite advanced ages, Manuela, Adelaide, Hortense, Alcino, and Carlos continue their working lives, with one stating, 'I grew old here, my child. I only know how to work.'