Fifty years after the failed leftist coup that ultimately paved the way for Portugal’s full democracy the Third Republic, Chega is calling in the Madeiran Parliament for the establishment of a Fourth Republic, a redesign of the constitution.
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.
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 welcomed 2026 with eight minutes of fireworks, firing 202 shots per second over Funchal. Watch the most breathtaking shots from the New Year festivities.
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.
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.
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.
Santa Cruz officials have postponed the Noite do Mercado and Tangerine Fair due to strong winds and heavy rain from Storm EmĂlia.
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.
The toboggan rides are set to run on three days between Christmas and New Year’s.
Originating in a far-right separatist movement and drawing symbolic influence from Portugal’s Age of Discovery, the Madeiran flag appears minimalist at first glance - yet behind its design lies a complex story of identity, power, and regional ambition.
