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.
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.
Early Saturday morning, a 24-year-old officer was stabbed several times at a Madeira festival. The suspect was identified on site and is expected to face attempted murder charges in court.
Madeira saw the biggest drop in unemployment in Portugal this May, with nearly 900 fewer people jobless than last year - confirming a steady improvement in the labour market.
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
Madeira’s population grew by more than 2,800 people in 2024, reaching its highest total since 2014. Migration played a key role, helping offset a continuing natural population decline.
Sexist slurs & vulgar language by Eduardo Jesus have ignited outrage. A public petition demanding his resignation is gaining traction. Here’s what was said.
A group of four young men in Madeira is reportedly targeting Asian immigrants with violent attacks. Videos of assaults on Nepalese and Bangladeshi workers have surfaced, prompting police investigations amid rising xenophobia.
Parish Council President Celso Bettencourt has called for a coordinated response to tackle visible drug addiction in the centre of Câmara de Lobos.
Madeira improves in Portugal’s latest Regional Development Index, climbing in Competitiveness and Cohesion but scoring worse in Environmental Quality - yet it holds steady in 10th place overall.
Coffee is a cherished tradition in Madeira’s daily life, but knowing what to order can be tricky for newcomers. This guide helps you understand local coffee names so you can order with confidence.
