Why Does LIDL Hesitate to Invest in Madeira?
LIDLs investment in Madeira has long been planned, yet nothing happened. Find out what´s going on!
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FĂłrum Madeira Christmas Market Starts in 2 Days
FĂłrum Madeira will celebrate the season with its Christmas Market, running from November 26 to December 23, offering regional products and festive shows in the central square.
Book Your Spot: PR Trails in Madeira Require Time Slots in 2026
Starting in 2026, visitors must reserve an online timeslot in advance to walk an official hiking trail in Madeira.
Wrong Lokman: Chega Reportedly Suspects the Other Muslim
A reportedly confusing identity blunder by a Chega deputy made headlines in Madeira, after suspicions were reportedly directed at the wrong man who shared a similar name.
Ronaldo Announces Madeira Wedding for Summer 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina RodrĂguez have announced plans to marry in Madeira following the 2026 World Cup.
Almost 20 Million Bus Passengers Since the Beginning of 2025
In 2025, Madeira saw rising used car registrations, falling new car sales, 19.5 million bus passengers, higher cable car revenue, airport growth, and increased maritime traffic.
Portugal Pushes Back After Ryanair Cancels Azores Flights
Ryanair’s plan to end all flights to the Azores from 29 March 2026 could have serious economic impacts. Here’s a breakdown of the dispute.
Quercus Calls Golf Courses on Agricultural Land “Criminal”
Quercus warned that, despite record tourism profits, Madeira’s new golf projects waste public funds and rely on subsidies. The group further declared that promoting golf courses and associated real estate on agricultural land is a “criminal” practice.
Santa Cruz Christmas Program 2025: Complete Schedule
Christmas is coming to Santa Cruz! Celebrations start tomorrow. See here the complete schedule as announced today.
Machico Murder: Javier Wolff Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
In the Machico murder case, a court sentenced Javier Wolff to 20 years in prison for the murder of his 44-year-old wife, Sofia Gonçalves, a mother of two who was killed by blows to the head while she slept.
Chega’s Ban to Funding Mosques Declared Unconstitutional
Portugal’s constitutional affairs committee concluded that Chega’s plan to block public funds for mosques violates constitutional protections, igniting strong reactions across parliament.