Can Madeira Soon Reach a €1200 Minimum Wage?
During their election campaign, the PSD promised a €1,200 minimum wage but did not specify when it would take effect. It is reasonable to expect that this could take until 2029.
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Pingo Doce vs. Continente: Which Supermarket Offers the Best Prices?
Pingo Doce or Continente? Some of you might already have a clear picture of this, but the outcome for the second half of 2024 is a close call. Here is Portugal’s cheapest supermarket.
Despite Support, More Than 90% of Madeirans Find Tourism Excessive
While 92% of residents think tourist numbers are "high" or "very high," 90.4% have a favorable view of tourism's impact on Madeira. Does this suggest a contradiction?
Praia Vigário Water Leakage Causes Slips After Vandalism
Beachgoers at Praia Vigário have raised safety concerns after several people slipped due to water leaking onto walkways. Authorities say the leaks were caused by acts of vandalism and are asking the public to help prevent further damage.
Upcoming Live Concerts in Madeira
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
Madeira Launches Weekly Direct Flights from Marseille
Transavia France has launched a new flight - connecting Madeira with Marseille.
7,400 Migrants from 80 Countries Now Living in Funchal
Funchal is now home to 7,400 migrants representing 80 nationalities. A recent study examined how this growing population is influencing the city’s labor market, cultural landscape, and shared challenges.
Columbus in Madeira: The Story of His Years on the Islands
Before his famous journey to the Americas in 1492, Columbus lived and got married on Porto Santo. On the Madeira archipelago, he gained important skills, met key people, and began planning to sail west across the Atlantic.
Racist Violence at Nico’s Burger in Funchal Leaves Two Injured
A racist incident at Nico’s Burger in Funchal leaves two injured after a man attacked a staff member, prompting police to use force and intervene with pepper spray and a taser.
Funchal Jazz Festival 2025 in Full Swing
The Funchal Jazz Festival 2025 is in full swing, bringing stunning jazz music to the capital of Madeira.
Dozens Protest for Higher Wages and Right to Strike in Madeira
About 50 union workers gathered today outside Quinta Vigia to demand better wages and the right to strike. Despite repeated requests directed at the government, “not even a simple response” has been given to them.