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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.
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.
The Funchal Jazz Festival 2025 is in full swing, bringing stunning jazz music to the capital of 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.
Starting in 2026, Madeira will charge non-residents at more popular natural sites. Since last year, multiple separate tourist taxes were put in place, raising the question if a single, and more transparent model, would be better.
Western Europe experienced its hottest June ever, with record temperatures rising up to 46°C in Portugal.
In early 2025, Portugal recorded the highest property price growth in Europe. With a 16.3% annual increase, the government must act to avoid further harm to democracy and lower to average-income families.
Lifeguards in Madeira recorded 125 incidents in June, a 60% increase from last year. Cases included a near-drowning, several jellyfish burns, and mostly minor injuries.
Madeira Airport celebrates 61 years today. In 2024, it served 5.1 million passengers, growing from a small local airport into a busy international hub connecting Madeira with the world.
Passengers stranded in Madeira have shared first-hand accounts of long waits, canceled flights, and nights spent in airport terminals — with some vowing never to return to the island.
Strong winds have disrupted flights at Madeira Airport in recent days, leaving many passengers stranded. President Albuquerque has once again called for a revision of outdated wind safety limits.
