The Erosion of Purchasing Power for Renters in Madeira
Non-property owners in Madeira have faced a significant decline in purchasing power over the past few years. Here's why!
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2001: A LIDL Odyssey
It’s been a remarkably long journey since LIDL, the German supermarket chain, initially unveiled its plans to establish stores in Madeira.
Fixed Speed Radars Coming to Madeira This Year
Madeira will receive fixed speed cameras on Via Rápida and Via Expresso this year.
Police Apprehends Man Who Set Fire to CR7 Statue
The young man who set fire to Cristiano Ronaldo’s statue earlier today, was apprehended by PSP Madeira and taken to hospital for urgent psychiatric evaluation.
Madeira's Teatro Metaphora Wins International Award
Green Steps a project running in Câmara de Lobos since 2015, was awarded the prestigious international prize 'Connecting Cultures' by the international CT Awards 2025 in Germany.
Man Sets Ronaldo Statue on Fire
A man deliberately set fire to the Cristiano Ronaldo statue in Funchal filming the act and a subsequent dance performance which he later shared online.
Albuquerque Calls Election Results “Monumental Defeat”
After yesterday's presidential elections, Miguel Albuquerque described the results as a monumental defeat and expressed concern about the possibility of a socialist being elected president.
Far-Right Leader André Ventura Conquers Madeira
Does Madeira want three Salazars? After making highly controversial remarks in Funchal last October, André Ventura returns - conquering the island in the presidential elections.
António José Seguro Leading Presidential Election
António José Seguro (PS) is projected to win the first round of the presidential election and is expected to face André Ventura (Chega) in a second-round contest on 8 February.
Portugal’s President: Symbolic Figure With Real Power
Between ceremony and authority, Portugal’s presidency reveals its influence at decisive moments. Here’s what the Portuguese President can - and cannot - do under the Constitution.
Portugals Presidential Election: A First in 40 Years
A first in 40 Years: Portugal is heading towards an extremely fragmented election today, last time seen in 1986.