Cattles And Tourists Causing "Slow Death" of Fanal
Quercus Madeira, the regional branch of Portugal’s top environmental NGO, warns grazing and tourism threaten Fanal forest’s ancient trees, urging immediate action.
Quercus Madeira, the regional branch of Portugal’s top environmental NGO, warns grazing and tourism threaten Fanal forest’s ancient trees, urging immediate action.
Compared to low-cost airlines, why is it so much more expensive to travel with TAP Air Portugal? Following up on JM-Madeira's investigation, let's take a look at the reasons behind the price gap.
Madeira is facing a drug crisis started by a country that uses drugs as a political tool.
Chega MP Francisco Gomes claims Madeira can regulate TVDE services using EU law and regional autonomy, but his conclusions are clearly wrong -raising the question of whether they are deliberate.
While no homeless people were identified in the North, Madeira recorded 177 individuals on the southern coast and aims to provide housing to 80% by 2030.
During their 2025 election campaign, the PSD promised a €1,200 minimum wage. Now, after the local elections, the president suggests the minimum wage could end up being even lower than in other parts of Portugal.
Time is money in Funchal’s housing market: around 13% of homes sold in less than a week, although this figure was already higher in previous periods.
The Madeira Hotel Workers’ Union has proposed a 15% pay rise, a minimum €150 monthly increase, shorter 35-hour weeks, and 25 vacation days for all employees.
Portugal substantially changes its immigration and citizenship laws. See what’s new and how to prepare if you want to live, work, or bring family.
A wild seagull in Funchal tested positive for H5 avian influenza. President Albuquerque said authorities have activated surveillance and safety measures to prevent the virus from spreading to domestic birds and humans.
Reputation under fire: Madeira is once again being ridiculed as a viral TikTok shows a tourist at Madeira’s Mercado dos Lavradores laughing to tears and rolling on the floor after being charged a staggering €72 for a few pieces of fruit.