Parliament Orders Study on Living Costs in Madeira
The Portuguese Assembly approved a new group to study the real cost of living in Madeira, to help guide fair funding and future economic decisions.
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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.
Residents Can be Denied Hiking Time Slot if Quota is Reached
Madeira residents will soon need to book hiking time slots for hiking on percursos pedestres. A reserved quota ensures they compete only among themselves for access.
Fajãs of Madeira: History and Life Below the Cliffs
Madeira’s fajãs are striking cliffside formations, shaped by unique geological forces, that have presented both opportunities and challenges to the island’s people for centuries.
JPP Rejects Spending €22.7 Million on Golf Courses
Paulo Alves of JPP rejects the 2026 budget, saying it spends more then €60,000 daily on golf courses instead of addressing social needs.
Hospital Particular Introduces AI in Emergency Care
As the first medical institution in Madeira, Hospital Particular introduces AI in its emergency department, enabling faster patient processing with confidence levels of around 95%.
Madeira Airport Cancels 200 Flights, 40,000 Travelers Stranded
Madeira Airport resumed regular flights after two days of severe winds that caused about 200 cancellations, affecting more than 40,000 travelers.
Lack of Flights: Porto Santo Hotels Face Weaker Hotel Occupancy
Porto Santo’s hotel occupancy in December remains lower than the previous years, with limited flights from Lisbon highlighting the vulnerability of the island’s tourism sector.
AirBaltic Flight Struggles to Land at Madeira Airport
An AirBaltic flight faced extreme difficulty during its descent before making a last-second touchdown at Madeira Airport today.
Continente Announces Food Price Increases in 2026
Continente announces food price increases for 2026, claiming inflation pressure and and tight retail margins in Portugal.
How Manuel Rodrigues Claims Growth Has Reached Citizens
José Manuel Rodrigues claims Madeira’s economic growth is improving citizens’ lives but the points raised are unconvincing and future decisions often benefit those already well-off, exposing a political drama.