Today's news: Portuguese youth lead screen time in the EU
Today's summary highlights the high amount of time Portuguese teenagers spend in front of screens and the risks of aviation fuel shortages in Portugal. There is also news regarding road transport with new direct connections in the country's interior and alerts about the economy.
Portuguese teenagers are among those who spend the most time in front of screens in the European Union during the weekend, exceeding six hours a day. According to data from Eurobarometer — an official polling system of the European Commission — 62% of parents in Portugal consider this habit harmful to their children, the second-highest rate in Europe. However, only 34% of these parents admit to imposing limits on device usage time.
Portugal is one of the European economies most exposed to a potential lack of aviation fuel during the summer tourist season. A recent report points out that instability in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime passage for oil transport in the Middle East, could cause supply constraints. If the shortage is confirmed, the tourism sector and national economic growth could be seriously affected.
The transport operator FlixBus announced the reinforcement of its operation in Covilhã with the creation of new direct routes. Passengers now have connections without the need for a transfer (changing vehicles) between Covilhã, Porto, and Viseu, facilitating mobility between these interior cities and the coast.
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