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The Rise of Bloom in Madeira: Understanding Its Lasting Impact

The Rise of Bloom in Madeira: Understanding Its Lasting Impact

BBC Radio 4, alongside Diรกrio de Notรญcias da Madeira, investigates the Bloom drug crisis in Madeira, stressing rising street-level impact, and the growing challenge of regulating synthetic drugs under outdated laws.

Funchal Swimmers Report Sewage in the Water at Barreirinha

Funchal Swimmers Report Sewage in the Water at Barreirinha

Swimmers at the Complexo Balnear da Barreirinha in Funchal say they identified human waste in the water, noticing an unusual smell.

This Week's Concerts & Live Shows in Madeira!

This Week's Concerts & Live Shows in Madeira!

Madeira's small but ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—บ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฒ deserves all our attention ๐Ÿ’ฏ Check out the upcoming concert's and ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—บ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ!

Madeira Police Officerโ€™s Public Dance Video Goes Viral

Madeira Police Officerโ€™s Public Dance Video Goes Viral

PSP officer in uniform goes viral for dancing in the street, connecting with the community.

This Week's Concerts & Live Events in Madeira!

This Week's Concerts & Live Events in Madeira!

Madeira's small but ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—บ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฒ deserves all our attention ๐Ÿ’ฏ Check out the upcoming concert's and ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—บ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ!

Portugal Offers 100% Loan Financing for Young People's First Home

Portugal Offers 100% Loan Financing for Young People's First Home

Until December 2026, the Government offers young people (up to 35) the chance to purchase their first home with 100% financing, eliminating the need for a downpayment and allowing everyone with a decent income to stop renting and purchase a home.

Number of Unemployed People in Madeira Rises by 12.6%

Number of Unemployed People in Madeira Rises by 12.6%

Madeiraโ€™s unemployment rises to 6.7% in early 2025, with 9,100 jobless. Despite challenges, employment and labor force participation remain historically strong.

Where to Donate Clothes in Funchal?

Where to Donate Clothes in Funchal?

Got clothes you no longer wear? Have some used clothing in good condition that deserves a second life? Put the meaning back in the fabric and donate!

Tourist Dies as Large Rock Hits Car in Madalena do Mar

Tourist Dies as Large Rock Hits Car in Madalena do Mar

A deadly rockfall struck a car near a tunnel in Madalena do Mar, killing a tourist. Officials confirmed maintenance was delayed due to recent storms affecting cliff stability.

SMS Alerts Citizens About Gradual Power Return

SMS Alerts Citizens About Gradual Power Return

Civil Protection (ANEPC) started sending text messages to citizens late this afternoon, explaining that with everyone remaining calm, power is returning gradually within the next few hours.

No Proof of Cyberattack: What Triggered Today's Massive Blackout?

No Proof of Cyberattack: What Triggered Today's Massive Blackout?

A massive power outage today across Spain and Portugal has left tens of millions without electricity. While fears of a cyberattack remain unconfirmed, early indications about the cause of the blackout are emerging as investigations continue.