14% of Adults in Madeira Diagnosed With Diabetes
Diabetes affects 14% of adults in Madeira, far exceeding the European average of 9.8%. Authorities stress prevention, early detection, and lifestyle changes to reduce serious complications.
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Invasive Plants Threaten Laurissilva’s World Heritage Status
Madeira’s Laurissilva forest faces a growing threat as invasive plants spread rapidly, endangering native species and the UNESCO World Heritage classification.
Banana Museum Reaches Monthly Average of 5800 Visitors
The Banana Museum in Madeira has quickly become a top cultural attraction, drawing 47,000 visitors by August 2025 and earning national recognition for its digital exhibits and educational programs.
Tourists Fined €750 for Trespassing on PR1
Three tourists were fined a total of €750 for climbing a gate to access a closed section of Madeira’s PR1 – Vereda do Arieiro trail.
Madeira’s Suicide Rate Far Below National Average
On World Suicide Prevention Day, Madeira stands out with a suicide rate that is significantly lower than on mainland Portugal.
Madeira Friends Launches Tech Lab for Young Innovators
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.
Over 700 Emergency Visits Tied to New Synthetic Drugs
Since 2020, nearly 800 people in Madeira needed emergency care after using new synthetic drugs, raising health concerns and calls for faster response and improved treatment options.
Government Bans Phone Use in Schools Up to 6th Grade
Starting next school year, Portuguese schools will ban the use of mobile phones for students up to 6th grade. The goal is to improve focus, reduce bullying, and encourage more social and physical activity.
PAN Suggests Gender-Neutral Restrooms in Madeira Schools
Will Madeira be providing gender-neutral restrooms in schools? PAN’s proposal has sparked both support and controversy.
School Supplies Unaffordable for Many Madeiran Families
Amid rising school supply costs, Madeira's Partido da Terra calls for urgent reform and local policies to keep up with families' growing financial pressures.
Mosquito Threat: Madeira Empowers Residents
Madeira combats the Aedes Aegypti mosquito with informative sessions led by entomologist Ysabel Gonçalves, empowering residents in eliminating breeding grounds.
