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Far right electoral gains have influenced Portugal’s minority government to tighten migration policies. The process affects political debate and prompts reconsideration of the country’s migration and citizenship rules.
Funchal considers a public pet crematorium and cemetery, giving families humane, affordable end-of-life options for animals - avoiding incineration with waste or informal backyard burials.
Young people are invited to join the Madeira Friends Tech Lab, a free program connecting local youth with experienced mentors worldwide to build prototypes, explore artificial intelligence, and strengthen Madeira’s role in global technology.
The Representative of the Republic for Madeira blocked a regional law on ride-hailing services, stating the government exceeded its powers by trying to stop issuing new operator and driver licenses.
Horários do Funchal has set a final deadline for loading and using old pre-purchased urban travel tickets, allowing passengers to use HF passes.
A shocking case of domestic violence in Madeira saw a firefighter detained after CCTV captured him brutally assaulting his wife before their nine-year-old son.
This evening, a swimmer was found unconscious, lying face down in the waters off Praia Formosa beach. Despite efforts by emergency teams, attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
Housing prices in Madeira continue to rise, with the average cost per square meter increasing by €306 - a year-on-year increase of nearly 16%.
The Associação Nacional Movimento TVDE criticized Funchal police for allegedly dismissing a driver’s verbal assault complaint and condemned the suspension of new driver licensing.
Madeira’s Ukrainian community marked the 34th independence day with a public march in Funchal. A government representative reaffirmed support and called out Russian aggression.
Last night, unknown individuals gained access to the Garajau Cable Car and spray-painted one of its cabins.
