President Wants Helicopter Tourism for High-Income Visitors
Madeira’s president pushes for the return of helicopter travel to attract high-spending visitors and compete with other tourist destinations.
Times of Madeira | Politics
Madeira's political landscape has undergone significant changes over time. As an autonomous region of Portugal, Madeira has its own regional government and parliament, allowing for self-rule in many areas. The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has traditionally dominated local politics, but in recent years, the Socialist Party (PS) and other smaller parties have gained influence, shaping policy in areas like tourism, economic development, and social welfare.
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Miguel Albuquerque Calls for Changes to Tourism Sector
Miguel Albuquerque spoke out today about the future of tourism in Madeira, saying that “there are places that have never been promoted or valued. That needs to change”.
Fake News! YouTube Removes Thousands of Channels from China and Russia
Google removed almost 11,000 YouTube channels and other online accounts linked to state-backed propaganda. More than 9,700 of them were connected to Russia and China.
Paid Camping Zones Planned Near Caniçal Football Field
Machico council announced its plans for paid camping zones in Caniçal. Councillor Hugo Marques says it will bring order, income, and better facilities to a site that is currently minimally appealing.
Saudi Arabia Sets Record for Executions, Many Are Foreigners
Saudi Arabia executed 345 people in 2024, mostly by beheading according to Sharia law. Many of those executed were foreign nationals accused of drug crimes, even though the government had already promised to stop these executions.
Survey Finds Over 50% of Citizens Are Dissatisfied with Democracy
A new survey shows more than half of Portuguese citizens are dissatisfied with how democracy works, reflecting wider concerns also seen in Angola and Cape Verde.
Sexism! Petition Calls For Eduardo Jesus to Resign
Sexist slurs & vulgar language by Eduardo Jesus have ignited outrage. A public petition demanding his resignation is gaining traction. Here’s what was said.
Illegal Camping Is a Municipal Issue, Says Government
Madeira’s Tourism Secretary Eduardo Jesus clarified that illegal camping outside conservation zones isn’t the regional government’s responsibility - leaving it up to the municipalities to deal with unregulated overnight stays.
Madeira Creates Task Force to Speed Up Housing Projects
Madeira plans to invest €143 million in housing in 2025 and create a task force to speed up construction and help tackle the shortage of affordable homes.
Media Leaves Out Key Aspects of Fatal Dubai Madeira Accident
A fatal accident occurred at the 300 million Dubai Madeira construction site in Funchal. Major private media reported a deadly accident but did not mention the site, its location, or use conclusive imagery.
António Salazar’s Estado Novo: Europe’s Longest Lasting Dictatorship
Antonio Salazar’s Estado Novo regime prioritized economic control over human rights, enforcing censorship, torture, and brutal colonial wars. Through fear and oppression, it became Europe’s longest-lasting dictatorship, ruling for nearly five decades.
