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Madeira’s Cinemas: 10% Fewer Screenings and 6.5% Drop in Audience

Madeira’s Cinemas: 10% Fewer Screenings and 6.5% Drop in Audience

Madeira's cinemas see a drop in screenings, audience and box office revenue.

44 Campers Challenges Abrupt Rooftop Tent Ban

44 Campers Challenges Abrupt Rooftop Tent Ban

Without changing the law, Madeira has abruptly declared rooftop tent rentals illegal, threatening businesses that have operated legally with permits, such as 44 Campers.

The Infinite President: Immunity and the Erosion of the Rule of Law

The Infinite President: Immunity and the Erosion of the Rule of Law

Despite facing multiple corruption allegations, Madeira’s President Miguel Albuquerque remains in power, shielded by political immunity. The failure to have his name cleared challenges democracy and erodes public trust in judicial institutions.

Rooftop Tents Declared Illegal Under Existing Law as Renting Continues

Rooftop Tents Declared Illegal Under Existing Law as Renting Continues

The government has emphasized yesterday that renting cars with rooftop tents is illegal under existing legislation, yet this practice has been going on for many years and still continues. What did we miss?

Seven Mega-Yachts Visit Funchal Over the Weekend

Seven Mega-Yachts Visit Funchal Over the Weekend

Luxury meets logistics in Funchal this weekend, as seven superyachts make stopovers on their transatlantic journeys.

Scandinavian Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to Madeira

Scandinavian Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to Madeira

Scandinavian Airlines announced it will launch a new winter route from Copenhagen to Madeira.

Foreigners Make Up 85% of Tourism in Madeira, Highest in Portugal

Foreigners Make Up 85% of Tourism in Madeira, Highest in Portugal

With 2.6 million overnight stays from January to March - 85% from foreign visits - Madeira’s tourism industry keeps reaching new heights. Here are the most recent numbers!

Ronaldo Leads Top 10 of Highest Paid Athletes With €245 Million

Ronaldo Leads Top 10 of Highest Paid Athletes With €245 Million

Cristiano Ronaldo’s remarkable earnings in Saudi Arabia have made him the highest-paid athlete in the world for the third consecutive year. His estimated annual income stands at €245 million.

Police Presence Restores Order at Pico do Arieiro

Police Presence Restores Order at Pico do Arieiro

Daily police patrols at Pico do Arieiro have helped reduce traffic jams and confusion during peak hours. Visitors now face clearer rules, easier parking - though not everyone is pleased with the changes.

Madeira Police Officer’s Public Dance Video Goes Viral

Madeira Police Officer’s Public Dance Video Goes Viral

PSP officer in uniform goes viral for dancing in the street, connecting with the community.

Homes in Funchal Renting 3 Times Faster Than The National Average

Homes in Funchal Renting 3 Times Faster Than The National Average

Funchal is now the fastest city in Portugal to rent a home. One in four homes is rented in less than 24 hours.