Mat's Profile Picture

Mat

Born a Millennial and living in Câmara de Lobos since 2023, I have a background in history and politics. I write news with context for readers to stay informed. Despite challenges, we live in a time of great freedom and we must all do more to preserve it.
Câmara de Lobos
Check out the last 1266 Posts
19-Year-Old Tourist Stabbed In Funchal

19-Year-Old Tourist Stabbed In Funchal

Another unsettling stabbing incident occurred in Funchal today, involving a young traveller.

Out Of Control: Housing Effort Rate In Funchal

Out Of Control: Housing Effort Rate In Funchal

The housing crisis in Funchal has surpassed critical thresholds: it stands as the most severe in Portugal.

ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

Other countries have done it, Portugal is next: access your personal data online and identify yourself legally through an app!

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

In 2023, Madeira consumed 159.7 million liters of fuel, with daily usage exceeding 400.000 liters.

Madeira's Bloom Epidemic: A Crisis Rooted in China

Madeira's Bloom Epidemic: A Crisis Rooted in China

Madeira is facing a drug crisis started by a country that uses drugs as a political tool.

Accused in Corruption Case Remain in Custody

Accused in Corruption Case Remain in Custody

The mayor of Funchal and the two other accused remain detained in Lisbon.

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Hats off to both the crew and passengers for navigating through what was undoubtedly a challenging and stressful ordeal.

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Instead of taking the plane, passengers can again travel by ship to and from Porto Santo.

Diamond Worth 50 Thousand Euros Found At Pedro Calado's Home

Diamond Worth 50 Thousand Euros Found At Pedro Calado's Home

As the corruption scandal in Madeira continues to unravel, more details about the home searches are emerging.

New Ilha da Madeira Cargo Vessel Now in Caniçal

New Ilha da Madeira Cargo Vessel Now in Caniçal

The former RS Mistral will now operate as the Ilha da Madeira cargo vessel.

Over 13,500 Cruise Ship Passengers Visited Funchal Today

Over 13,500 Cruise Ship Passengers Visited Funchal Today

Today, Funchal once again hosted an impressive number of over 13,500 passengers from three different cruise ships.