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World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

Madeira hosts the World Cocktail Championship for the first time, welcoming elite bartenders from 60 countries to showcase their skills

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

Police in Funchal have seized more than 14 kilograms of heroin and 9 kilograms of MDMA in what has proven to be the largest drug bust in Portugal this year.

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

A young homeless man attempted to sell a puppy for 50 euros in the streets of Funchal.

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

With the sharpest decline in rental rooms across Portugal, Funchal now ranks as the second most expensive city for tenants.

Party Over? Funchal To Tighten Noise Regulation

Party Over? Funchal To Tighten Noise Regulation

Funchal is amending regulations to require businesses to close earlier due to noise complaints from residents.

Funchal Coffee Shop Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Funchal Coffee Shop Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Penha d'Ă€guia Ajuda coffee shop now accepts Bitcoin payments.

22 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Funchal

22 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Funchal

Funchal is famous for its bright sunshine and outdoor adventures, but don’t be discouraged if the clouds roll in - here's what you can do in Funchal when it rains!

Funchal Marina Construction Set to Pause?

Funchal Marina Construction Set to Pause?

According to a report and just few months before its grand opening, the Funchal Marina faces a sudden construction halt. What led to this unexpected twist, and what lies ahead?

Funchal Launches €2 Tourist Tax Effective Today

Funchal Launches €2 Tourist Tax Effective Today

Funchal introduces the €2 tourist tax from today, addressing rising tourism numbers.

Madeira Pride in Funchal Raises Fears of Rights Erosion

Madeira Pride in Funchal Raises Fears of Rights Erosion

The annual Madeira Pride event took place today in Funchal, bringing together community members and supporters to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

Experts Discuss Tourism in Madeira at Public Conference

Experts Discuss Tourism in Madeira at Public Conference

The evolving landscape of tourism in Madeira is set to be publicly discussed at a conference on world tourism day in Funchal.