A podcast has revealed a 'mole hunt' within the Portuguese secret service after failed operations and CIA confirmation of a traitor. Separately, the 5.8 billion euro defense spending plan is under scrutiny due to a lack of guaranteed oversight, with Minister of National Defence Nuno Melo announcing only informal participation from oversight bodies.

Observador: The Traitor Spy's Double Life: Episode 1 - Mole Hunt in SIS

The premiere of 'The Traitor Spy's Double Life' podcast reveals failed operations and CIA confirmation of a traitor within the Portuguese secret service, initiating an internal mole hunt.

Público: 5.8 Billion Defense Spending Lacks Guaranteed Oversight

Nuno Melo announced that the Court of Auditors and the Attorney General's Office would join an oversight entity for SAFE investments, but their participation would be informal and contingent on their own discretion.

Despite a high 97% cure rate for Hepatitis C and strong Hepatitis B vaccination rates, Portugal is experiencing a significant 265% surge in Hepatitis A cases. Reports also indicate delays in diagnosing hepatitis, posing ongoing public health challenges.

Diário de Notícias: Hepatitis in Portugal: Success in Cure Contrasts with Outbreaks and Delays

A report from the Directorate-General of Health in Portugal reveals a 97% cure rate for Hepatitis C and top vaccination rates for Hepatitis B, but alerts to a 265% surge in Hepatitis A cases and delayed diagnoses.

Público: 97% Success Rate: 22,000 Hepatitis C Patients Cured in a Decade

A medical breakthrough has led to a 97% success rate in treating Hepatitis C, with over 22,000 patients cured in the last ten years.

More than a thousand emergency personnel are actively battling 34 fires across Portugal, with a significant blaze in Guarda remaining uncontrolled. The fire in Vila Verde is reportedly entering a resolution phase.

Observador: Live: Fires in Guarda Continue, Vila Verde Enters Resolution

An update on the ongoing wildfires, with the fire in Guarda still active and Vila Verde's situation entering the resolution phase.

Público: Over a Thousand Operatives Combat 34 Fires, Fire in Guarda Uncontrolled

More than a thousand emergency personnel are actively fighting 34 fires across the country, with a significant blaze in Guarda still not under control.

Portugal's administrative courts are facing a substantial backlog, with over 23 billion euros awaiting decisions. Additionally, half a year after the Kristin case, many homes in need of repair remain, highlighting the state's ongoing shortcomings in child welfare.

Público: Children of a Negligent State: Homes Unrepaired Half a Year After Kristin

Half a year after the Kristin case, homes in need of repair remain, highlighting the state's shortcomings in child welfare. Paulo Fernandes advocates for a national post-calamity recovery model, and a foundation stepped in to save homes, daycares, and centers.

Diário de Notícias: Over 23 Billion Euros Awaiting Decision in Administrative Courts

More than 23 billion euros are currently awaiting a decision in Portugal's administrative courts, indicating significant backlogs and potential economic implications.

A detailed report has emerged about a young girl revealing herself to be a victim of human trafficking, involving suspicious passports and forced marriage. In the education sector, the National Federation of Teachers (Fenprof) is criticizing the current remuneration model for grading exams, stating it "offends teachers" due to low pay.

Observador: How a Girl Revealed She Was a Victim of Human Trafficking

A detailed report on how a young girl's revelation exposed her as a victim of human trafficking, involving suspicious passports and forced marriage.

Diário de Notícias: Fenprof Defends That Exam Remuneration Model "Offends Teachers"

The National Federation of Teachers (Fenprof) argues that the current remuneration model for grading exams is unfair to teachers, with reports indicating they receive only 1 euro per classified response.