Emigration: 73% of 18–24 Year-Olds Consider Leaving Portugal
A new survey shows emigration intent rising across Portugal, with nearly 10% more young adults saying they want to leave the country in search of better conditions.
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Can A Court Lift President Albuquerque's Immunity?
Yes, it can, yet it hasn’t. The courts have the authority to lift the immunity of President Miguel Albuquerque, but despite the president being named a defendant in over half a dozen cases, no action has been taken.
Porto do Funchal Named World's Best Cruise Terminal for Sustainability
Porto do Funchal shows sustainability excellence by winning World Cruise Award for 2026.
Madeira Launches Island-Wide SMS Emergency Alert System
Madeira residents and visitors will receive emergency alerts via SMS in Portuguese or English through new civil protection system
Madeira Inflation Rises to 3.8% in September
Inflation in Madeira reached 3.8% in September 2026, driven by rising fuel prices and services costs.
One in Six in Portugal Throws Small Tech in Regular Trash
Study reveals 17.8% of Portuguese consumers improperly dispose of fast-tech electrical items like chargers and earphones.
Madeirans Need 72% of Income to Buy a T2 Apartment
Housing costs in Madeira require 72% of average couple's income to buy a T2 apartment, highest in Portugal.
Rooney Says Ronaldo Undermined Portugal's Coach and Team
Wayne Rooney has criticised Cristiano Ronaldo for walking out of the Portugal camp, saying he undermined his coach, his teammates and the federation.
Madeira Says TAP Sale Must Not Cut Island Air Links
Madeira's government says the sale of up to 49.9% of TAP to Lufthansa must not weaken the air links between the islands and the mainland.
Madeira MP Demands Answers on Lufthansa's TAP Stake
A PS-Madeira MP wants the government to explain how island air links are protected now that Lufthansa is set to hold 49.9% of TAP.
Lisbon Court Finds “Strong Indications” of Corruption in Madeira Case
“We have never done anything illegal”. More than two years after the mega operation that continues to cast a shadow over Madeira, the Lisbon Court of Appeal says there are now “strong indications” of corruption-related crimes in the case.