Funchal is now home to 7,400 migrants representing 80 nationalities. A recent study examined how this growing population is influencing the city’s labor market, cultural landscape, and shared challenges.
A racist incident at Nico’s Burger in Funchal leaves two injured after a man attacked a staff member, prompting police to use force and intervene with pepper spray and a taser.
The Funchal Jazz Festival 2025 is in full swing, bringing stunning jazz music to the capital of Madeira.
After being closed for around 14 months, the Funchal promenade has again reopened. Officials say this is only the first phase, but no info is given on how many phases there are, when the next will begin, or if and when the promenade will close again.
Attention all movie lovers: Amid declining attendance and revenue losses, Madeira Shopping Cinema is throwing in the towel at the end of this month! Madeira is set to lose one of its two cinemas.
Four local men have been identified by Funchal police in connection with assaults and robberies targeting foreign nationals. Authorities continue investigations and ask victims to come forward.
Horários do Funchal lost nearly one million passengers in early 2025. But there’s exciting news: a real-time bus tracking app has been announced and will go live later this year!
Swimmers at the Complexo Balnear da Barreirinha in Funchal say they identified human waste in the water, noticing an unusual smell.
Before Madeira had an airport, seaplanes landing in Funchal Bay provided the island’s only air link to the outside world. This came to an abrupt end after a tragic incident that grounded flying boat travel for good.
The Madeira Classic Car Revival returns this weekend to Funchal for its 12th edition, featuring 567 vintage vehicles and celebrating the island’s deep connection to classic cars.
Madeira's cinemas see a drop in screenings, audience and box office revenue.
