IN FOCUS Madeira Plans Study for Megayacht Marina

Madeira Plans Study for Megayacht Marina

Madeira will study building a megayacht marina in 2026, aiming to further expand the tourism sector and serve luxury yacht travelers.

IN FOCUS The Erosion of Purchasing Power for Renters in Madeira

The Erosion of Purchasing Power for Renters in Madeira

Non-property owners in Madeira have faced a significant decline in purchasing power over the past few years. Here's why!

IN FOCUS Government Praises Tourism Boom: "The Best We Could Hope For"

Government Praises Tourism Boom: "The Best We Could Hope For"

Eduardo Jesus praised Madeira's tourism boom, as October 2024 saw 1.54 million overnight stays and revenues exceeding 70 million euros.

Police Apprehends Man Who Set Fire to CR7 Statue

Police Apprehends Man Who Set Fire to CR7 Statue

The young man who set fire to Cristiano Ronaldo’s statue earlier today, was apprehended by PSP Madeira and taken to hospital for urgent psychiatric evaluation.

Madeira's Teatro Metaphora Wins International Award

Madeira's Teatro Metaphora Wins International Award

Green Steps a project running in Câmara de Lobos since 2015, was awarded the prestigious international prize 'Connecting Cultures' by the international CT Awards 2025 in Germany.

Man Sets Ronaldo Statue on Fire

Man Sets Ronaldo Statue on Fire

A man deliberately set fire to the Cristiano Ronaldo statue in Funchal filming the act and a subsequent dance performance which he later shared online.

Albuquerque Calls Election Results “Monumental Defeat”

Albuquerque Calls Election Results “Monumental Defeat”

After yesterday's presidential elections, Miguel Albuquerque described the results as a monumental defeat and expressed concern about the possibility of a socialist being elected president.

Far-Right Leader André Ventura Conquers Madeira

Far-Right Leader André Ventura Conquers Madeira

Does Madeira want three Salazars? After making highly controversial remarks in Funchal last October, André Ventura returns - conquering the island in the presidential elections.

António José Seguro Leading Presidential Election

António José Seguro Leading Presidential Election

António José Seguro (PS) is projected to win the first round of the presidential election and is expected to face André Ventura (Chega) in a second-round contest on 8 February.

Portugal’s President: Symbolic Figure With Real Power

Portugal’s President: Symbolic Figure With Real Power

Between ceremony and authority, Portugal’s presidency reveals its influence at decisive moments. Here’s what the Portuguese President can - and cannot - do under the Constitution.

Portugals Presidential Election: A First in 40 Years

Portugals Presidential Election: A First in 40 Years

A first in 40 Years: Portugal is heading towards an extremely fragmented election today, last time seen in 1986.