The PSD will submit a bill proposing age verification at social media account creation to enforce a ban on under-13s and restrict access for under-16s. The measure, described as sensible and largely inevitable in an editorial, aims to protect children and reduce pressures such as the pursuit of likes, though it raises practical enforcement and privacy concerns about verification methods.

President Marcelo urged immediate aid for communities still without electricity, water or communications and demanded urgent restoration of access to the emergency number 112. He warned the recovery will be “a much longer effort than expected”, arguing the damage revealed outdated infrastructure rather than a failure of prevention, while noting that Civil Protection’s operational response has been improving. The statement balances a call for short-term relief with a recognition of longer-term infrastructure and policy challenges for public safety and emergency services.

João Nuno Tavares argues that the rise of AI in classrooms necessitates a fundamental rethink of assessment and teaching methodologies to preserve meaningful learning without overwhelming teachers. Drawing on roughly 50 years of teaching experience, he outlines practical ideas for qualitative, robust assessment techniques and classroom practices that acknowledge AI’s capabilities while aiming to reduce teacher workload. The piece analytically weighs trade-offs and proposes scalable strategies to maintain academic integrity, learning quality and manageable teacher demands.

Coimbra authorities will begin preparing measures to prevent a potential evacuation after water releases at the Aguieira dam, the mayor told Lusa. Officials will closely monitor river levels and conditions to assess whether evacuation of people and animals becomes necessary and to coordinate public-safety and emergency-response actions if flood risk increases.

A day-four tracking poll after the televised debate shows António José Seguro still ahead in a hypothetical second round with 57.8% but down four percentage points from earlier reads, while André Ventura is also in decline. The main movement is toward blank and null votes — and a persistent 7.5% undecided — suggesting the debate pushed some voters away from both candidates rather than directly to Ventura. Analysts note Seguro appears the more independent figure and that a Ventura victory would have clear consequences for Chega, but any direct boost to the PS from a victory by its preferred candidate is far from assured. Public expectations of a political split after 8 February are already growing.

A power outage led to a lack of electricity at health centres, spoiling vaccines and other medicines that require controlled storage. The incident exposes weaknesses in cold-chain management and health-service infrastructure, threatening immunisation coverage and treatment continuity. It highlights the need for reliable backup power, temperature monitoring, inventory controls and contingency planning to protect medical supplies and public health.

If Storm Kristin has damaged your home, car or other possessions, act quickly and methodically to activate your insurance cover. First secure people and property, photograph and timestamp all damage, and make temporary repairs where necessary to prevent further loss. Notify your insurer as soon as possible, check your policy for cover, excesses and time limits, and keep a written record of every contact and expense. For vehicles follow insurer guidance about repairers and avoid admitting liability; for homes document building and contents separately and retain receipts for emergency repairs. Common mistakes to avoid include delayed reporting, inadequate evidence, disposing of damaged items, using unapproved contractors without consent, and agreeing on settlements without written confirmation—knowing your consumer rights and the insurer complaints process will help if disputes arise.

A corpse discovered at Lisbon's DIAP (Department of Investigation and Criminal Action) has prompted scrutiny not only of the investigation but of the role and rhetoric of journalists who present themselves as frontline combatants against crime. The incident raises questions about media ethics, the potential for sensationalism, the impact on public trust in criminal justice institutions, and whether self-styled ‘crime-fighter’ reporting helps or hinders serious investigative work and public safety. Analysts should examine how coverage frames the dead body and the institution, how it influences public perception, and what safeguards are needed to ensure responsible reporting and transparency in ongoing inquiries.

Right of reply from the Minister of Agriculture to PÚBLICO’s 23–24 January coverage, addressed to the ICNF. The minister argues that regulatory or legal obstacles that block project approvals should be tackled by changing the law rather than abandoning projects, stressing that governing cannot be synonymous with mere execution. The reply frames the issue as one of policy and regulatory design — balancing property rights, environmental protection and development — and calls for clearer, reform-minded legal solutions to streamline approvals while respecting conservation responsibilities.