IN FOCUS Teens in Madeira Drink Less Than in Any Other Region in Portugal

Teens in Madeira Drink Less Than in Any Other Region in Portugal

Alcohol and tobacco consumption among Madeira's teens drops sharply, but new challenges emerge with increased gaming, drug use, and gambling, raising concern among public health experts.

IN FOCUS A Brief History of Madeira

A Brief History of Madeira

Bridging ancient tales and contemporary struggles: here's a brief history of Madeira!

IN FOCUS Best Locations to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Funchal

Best Locations to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Funchal

Not sure where to spend New Year's Eve in Funchal? Check out these five spots for a spectacular view of the fireworks!

IN FOCUS Poncha: Madeira's Liquid Legacy

Poncha: Madeira's Liquid Legacy

Don't miss out! Here's everything you need to know about Poncha: Madeira's Liquid Legacy.

Face Off in the Race for the Portuguese Presidency

Face Off in the Race for the Portuguese Presidency

Less than a month remains until the Portuguese presidential elections, and the race is extremely tight, with three main contenders closely matched. This is the story behind their campaigns - and their goals for Portugal.

Montenegro Calls Ronaldo a Model for Portuguese Society

Montenegro Calls Ronaldo a Model for Portuguese Society

In his Christmas address, LuĂ­s Montenegro highlighted Cristiano Ronaldo as a model for Portugal, urging a shift from complacency toward discipline, ambition, and long-term national progress.

Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo in Madeira Tomorrow

Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo in Madeira Tomorrow

Ahead of the Portuguese Presidential Elections on January 18, and following visits by Mendes and Ventura to Madeira, Henrique Gouveia e Melo is scheduled to meet with Madeirans tomorrow.

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a positive, steady start to the New Year ahead!

Madeira’s Debt-to-GDP Ratio Now at 61.2%

Madeira’s Debt-to-GDP Ratio Now at 61.2%

Madeira’s debt burden has steadily declined since 2012, falling 19.8%, with the region’s debt-to-GDP ratio now at 61.2% - considerably below Portugal’s 97.6%.

Hikers Protest as Albuquerque Rejects Changes to Trail Access

Hikers Protest as Albuquerque Rejects Changes to Trail Access

Hikers in Madeira protest new access limits on all percursos pedestres, but President Albuquerque insists he will not reverse the legislation, saying: "they can contest as much as they want".

High Prices Affect Christmas Sales at Mercado dos Lavradores

High Prices Affect Christmas Sales at Mercado dos Lavradores

A busy market and cautious spending amid high prices are shaping Christmas shopping at Funchal’s Mercado dos Lavradores.