Correio da Manhã reports the final two GNR officers involved in assaults on immigrants in Odemira have been sent to prison, completing criminal custody steps in the case. The decision follows investigations into the incidents and will be followed by legal appeals and local community reactions; immigrant-rights groups and local residents should watch for court scheduling and any municipal responses. Those living in affected areas should follow local legal updates and support channels.

Update: Final two officers jailed, case completes custody steps

Correio da Manhã confirms the last two officers have begun serving prison sentences as criminal custody steps in the Odemira assault case are completed; legal appeals and further hearings are expected.

CNN Portugal reports that cardiologists are calling for access to injectable treatments described in coverage as 'magic injections' for diabetes and obesity, pressing for wider availability. The story suggests professional groups want regulators and health providers to clear pathways so patients can receive these treatments, though details on approvals, costs or timelines remain limited. Patients with diabetes or obesity should follow medical guidance and watch for official announcements on treatment access.

Update: Doctors push regulators for clearer access routes

Cardiology groups are publicly urging regulators and health providers to establish clear pathways so suitable patients can receive injectable diabetes and obesity treatments; specifics on approvals, public funding or waiting lists remain unclear.

The government will launch a technical, economic and regulatory study to adapt the National Electric System (Sistema Eléctrico Nacional) to climate change, including assessing burying overhead lines in critical areas, officials announced. The move follows storm damage and prolonged outages in some regions and aims to identify resilience measures and regulatory changes needed for investment and operations. The study could lead to long-term works and changes to maintenance priorities; residents in storm-hit areas should watch for local works and timelines. Those following energy policy should note how regulators and operators may change planning and permitting rules.

Update: Around 7,600 customers still without power

E-Redes reported that as of 08:00 about 7,600 customers in areas hit by Storm Kristin remain without electricity. The company says it is focused on restoring supply and continues to issue warnings for affected zones.

The Minister of Labour will meet employer confederations and unions on Wednesday to discuss a new labour package, but the CGTP was not invited, ECO and Observador report. The meeting is described as part of the government’s social-partner dialogue, with four employer confederations and the UGT expected to attend; the CGTP says its exclusion limits representativeness. Workers, employers and HR teams should follow the outcomes for any proposed legislative changes that could affect contracts, working time or hiring rules. Organisations that rely on collective bargaining should monitor follow-on consultations and formal proposals.

Update: UGT absent; government proceeds with talks

Several outlets (Dinheiro Vivo, Diário de Notícias and Correio da Manhã) report the UGT did not attend the Wednesday, Feb. 18 meeting: the ministry says UGT was invited but unavailable, while the union says it had informed authorities it could not meet on that date and regrets the scheduling. The meeting went ahead with employer confederations; CGTP was not summoned. No new legislative text was announced at the session.

The Presidency confirmed that President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa will make his final official visit of the term to Madrid on Thursday and Friday at the invitation of King Felipe VI, Público and Observador report. The visit follows the tradition of a head-of-state visit near the start and end of mandates and is described as an opportunity for bilateral talks. Those interested in diplomatic events or state ceremonies should expect official engagements in the capital this week.

The Aga Khan Foundation will donate €1.5 million to support reconstruction after recent floods and storms, with funds targeted at rebuilding schools, supporting students and families, and creating microforests, Diário de Notícias and Correio da Manhã report. The funding involves the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Foundation, and some uses are conditioned on educational and environmental projects in affected areas. Local municipalities and community groups should follow announcements about how funds will be allocated and which projects will receive support. Residents in heavily affected towns should check local council channels for how the donation may link to reconstruction plans.

Update: Donation aimed at schools, students and creating microforests

Diário de Notícias adds that the donation involves the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Foundation, led by Prince Rahim Aga Khan, and will focus on the most affected regions with conditions attaching funds to school rebuilding, student support and reforestation projects.

Correio da Manhã reports the Ministério Público has opened a judicial inquiry (inquérito) into the deaths of a pregnant woman and her baby in the Azores. Authorities have launched the investigation to establish medical and procedural facts; the story is still developing. Those following healthcare provision in the Azores should watch for formal findings and any local service changes.

CNN Portugal reports an organised campaign to collect electrical and electronic appliances damaged by recent floods, led by the entity that manages WEEE (waste of electrical and electronic equipment). Ricardo Neto, the entity's president, said residents should contact the organisation to arrange collection and proper disposal to avoid environmental harm. Households with damaged appliances should check local guidance and contact the collection service before disposing of goods.

Expresso and Observador report a CGTP study finding that nearly 60% of employed women had base salaries of €1,000 or less in November 2025, a share higher than for men. The coverage frames the result as evidence of persistent gender pay gaps and low pay concentration among women, which has implications for social policy and wages debates. Policymakers and employers should note the figure as they consider pay policy or targeted support; residents tracking household finances may find this relevant for local labour-market expectations.

Update: Media report: CGTP finds nearly 60% of women earned ≤ €1,000

Both Expresso and Observador published the CGTP study results showing that in November 2025 nearly six in ten employed women had base pay at or below €1,000, a proportion higher than for men. The stories frame the finding as relevant to ongoing discussions on pay policy and targeted support.

ECO reports that the Euribor moved higher at three months (2.011%) and six months (2.159%) on Tuesday, while the 12-month rate fell to 2.216%. The three-month rate remains below the six- and 12-month figures but the short-term rise matters for borrowers on variable mortgages tied to monthly repricing. Homeowners with mortgages linked to 3- or 6-month Euribor should check their repayment schedule and contact lenders if they expect pressure on cash flow.

RTP reports the government will add a €0.10 charge to single-use packaging up to three litres from 10 April; the fee can be refunded if the container is returned to a participating collection point. The measure aims to incentivise returns and reduce waste; retailers and consumers should check which shops participate in the refund scheme and how returns are processed before 10 April. Shoppers should keep receipts and packaging if they plan to claim refunds.