Stories from Lisbon · Portugal

Negotiations are underway between the CIP and GT regarding a reform and the 'Banco de Horas' (Time Bank) in Portugal. The possibility of an agreement on Thursday has emerged, though it remains uncertain whether it will materialize.

A Portuguese radio station reported that increasing taxes on Portuguese citizens or decreasing the replacement rate are under consideration.

A law was approved by more than two-thirds of deputies in Portugal. The discussion involved 'Seguro' and 'António José' regarding the concept of consensus versus unanimity. The law was considered consensual as it was approved by a majority of representatives.

A proposal that was introduced in an assembly in Portugal is facing opposition. A government proposal in Portugal is facing opposition from the UGT, the General Union of Workers.

A cultural event named Babel is scheduled to take place from June 24 to June 29. The event will feature writers such as Julien Bars, Javier Cercas, Héctor Abad de Facelins, Conceição Evaristo, Milton Natom, Lídia Jorge, Walter Hugo Mêndio, Gonçalo M. Tavares, and Filipa Martins.

A cycle of conferences focusing on the 'Oeste' region, described as 'more than an intelligent region, a life choice,' is scheduled from May 12 to 14. The event is supported by Centro 2030, Portugal 2030, and the European Union.

A state of calamity has been declared in Portugal, prompting instructions for the cleanup of fallen woody material.

The Mental Festival is scheduled to hold its tenth edition next week. According to the broadcast, the festival will run from Thursday to the 14th. The event invites participants via Mclick and selects pioneering ideas related to neuroplasticity, neuroscientists, and other scientifically validated topics. Science is welcomed at the festival.

A two-year discussion concerning nationality has been overcome, according to a report from Radio Observador.

A festival segment called 'M-Click' will incorporate science, including topics such as neuroplasticity and neuroscientists. Organizers select pioneering ideas for this segment from numerous submissions. The aim is to explore various scientific concepts in a validated manner.