Portugal’s top court struck down major parts of a new immigration law, citing threats to family unity and legal rights. The ruling forces President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa to return it to Parliament.
Between 2015 and 2024, Portuguese authorities identified 3,014 people suspected of abandoning companion animals, with most cases involving men and over 6,700 crimes recorded nationwide.
In an effort to reduce overcrowding at popular sites, Madeira has asked more than 900 tourism companies to direct visitors to areas that have so far been less affected by tourism.
The average gross base salary in Madeira reaches €1,268. See how it compares with salaries across Portugal.
Newborn kittens, still with their placentas attached, were once again found discarded as trash in the SĂŁo Roque neighborhood of Funchal.
Madeira is testing drones to drop seed balls in steep, fire-damaged terrain after the 2024 wildfire, aiming to restore inaccessible areas and supporting long-term ecological recovery.
The certification process for Produto da Madeira highlights the island’s commitment to preserving its culinary and artisanal traditions, with nearly 5,800 applicants seeking recognition for their authentic, locally produced goods.
Feeding wild birds in Madeira spreads diseases, weakens species, invites predators, and disrupts forests. Authorities urge tourists to stop.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina RodrĂguez have announced they are getting married after being together for more than eight years.
A Funchal City Hall employee got arrested on August 6, 2025, after a year-long investigation into suspected synthetic drug trafficking and possession of prohibited weapons.
In 2025, property fraud in Madeira continues with 18 cases recorded by the PSP in the first half of the year, involving scams on buying or renting homes through fake listings demanding high deposits.
