Madeira Street Arts Festival 2025 Started Today
The 7th Madeira Street Arts Festival started earlier today, launching three colorful days of stunning performances across Funchal and Calheta.
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Centuries-Old Trees in Fanal Now Shielded by Fences
The IFCN has finally moved to protect Fanal’s UNESCO World Heritage site by fencing off centuries-old trees to control visitor impact, implementing visitor pathways, and announcing that paid parking may be introduced.
Rescue Teams and Volunteers Intensify Search for Igor Holewiński
On the fourth day of searching for Igor Holewiński, additional rescue teams and volunteers equipped with specialized gear are determined to locate the missing hiker.
The Madeira Uprising of 1931: From Flour Revolt to Rebellion
In 1931, the Madeira Uprising challenged the Portuguese Ditadura Nacional, demanding the restoration of constitutional government. The rebellion, supported by the local population, was fueled by severe flour shortages imposed by the dictatorship.
Rescue Efforts Continue as Igor Holewiński Remains Missing
Igor Holewiński has been missing since Sunday, and his whereabouts remain unknown. Searches are set to resume, focusing on difficult terrain.
Madeira’s E-Gaming Vision: High-Tech Jobs on the Horizon
Madeira’s Games Summit highlighted the island’s potential to grow a local e-gaming industry and provide high-skilled job opportunities in technology.
German Woman Working on Madeira Missing Since Sunday
A female German travel agency worker has been reported missing on Madeira since Sunday. She was last seen at a hotel in Caniço de Baixo.
Ronaldo Faces Online Backlash After Praising Saudi Ruler
In yesterday’s interview with Piers Morgan, Cristiano Ronaldo praised Saudi Ruler Mohammed bin Salman, describing him as someone he genuinely appreciates and respects - a statement that is heavily criticized online.
Help Find Igor - Private Rescue Fundraiser for Missing Tourist
Family and friends have launched a fundraiser to finance a private rescue mission for Igor Holewiński - the young man who went missing while hiking in Madeira.
Eurowings Launches Direct Flights Between Madeira and Hannover
Travelers can now fly directly from Madeira to Hannover every Monday, adding another direct connection to one of Madeira's largest tourism markets. Prices start at €49.99 one-way.
Search for 31-Year-Old Polish Tourist Igor Holewiński Continues
Search efforts for Polish tourist Igor Holewiński, 31, missing in Madeira since Sunday, continue. Police and other units are actively working to locate him.
