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Funchal Approves Small Mosque Project at Praia Formosa
A four-year legal dispute between the Espaço Islâmico da Madeira and the Funchal City Council has come to a close, paving the way for a mosque at Praia Formosa. With provisional planning approved back in 2025, construction is set to begin this summer.
Madeira's Teatro Metaphora Wins International Award
Green Steps a project running in Câmara de Lobos since 2015, was awarded the prestigious international prize 'Connecting Cultures' by the international CT Awards 2025 in Germany.
Portugal’s President: Symbolic Figure With Real Power
Between ceremony and authority, Portugal’s presidency reveals its influence at decisive moments. Here’s what the Portuguese President can - and cannot - do under the Constitution.
Mega Bolo-Rei Event in Câmara de Lobos Moves Indoors
The 180-meter Mega Bolo-Rei moves indoors tomorrow due to the weather! Officials invite all residents to join the celebration in Câmara de Lobos.
Madeira Lights Up the Sky to Welcome 2026
Madeira welcomed 2026 with eight minutes of fireworks, firing 202 shots per second over Funchal. Watch the most breathtaking shots from the New Year festivities.
Fireworks Leave Animals Terrified, as Clinics Brace for New Year
As New Year fireworks light the sky, animals panic and flee homes, clinics face rising emergencies, and many pets suffer injuries, seizures, stress, or go missing.
Officials Meet at 19:00 on Possible New Year’s Eve Cancellation
With the possibility of a red weather alert - the highest level for heavy rain - authorities have called a meeting at Quinta Vigia, broadcast live on RTP Madeira from 19:00, to decide whether New Year’s celebrations will be canceled.
Funchal Confirms New Year’s Eve Fireworks Despite Orange Warning
The show must go on: An orange weather warning has not unsettled Funchal City Council, which confirmed that New Year’s Eve celebrations will continue as planned.
Noite do Mercado in Santa Cruz Postponed to Next Friday
Santa Cruz officials have postponed the Noite do Mercado and Tangerine Fair due to strong winds and heavy rain from Storm EmĂlia.
AntĂłnio Costa Demands Respect from Donald Trump
Following Donald Trump's latest derogatory remarks about Europe, AntĂłnio Costa spoke out, calling on Trump to show respect and that this is how true allies should behave towards each other.
