IN FOCUS Emigration: 73% of 18–24 Year-Olds Consider Leaving Portugal

Emigration: 73% of 18–24 Year-Olds Consider Leaving Portugal

A new survey shows emigration intent rising across Portugal, with nearly 10% more young adults saying they want to leave the country in search of better conditions.

IN FOCUS Nearly 30% of Madeira’s Youth Have Received Psychiatric Care

Nearly 30% of Madeira’s Youth Have Received Psychiatric Care

In Madeira, almost 30% of young people have sought psychiatric care, twice the rate of adults. Authorities warn that new psychoactive drugs pose an imminent risk to the mental health of young people.

IN FOCUS Madeira Needs Mobile App To Manage Tourism, Says ACIF

Madeira Needs Mobile App To Manage Tourism, Says ACIF

Madeira's Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACIF) makes a strong stance for implementing an app for tourism, saying most recent measures are insufficient and Madeira is not prepared.

IN FOCUS Ronaldo Ranked One Of The Most Hated People In Football History

Ronaldo Ranked One Of The Most Hated People In Football History

His main opponent Lionel Messi does not appear in the ranking.

Madeira to Extend Freeze on New TVDE Licences Again

Madeira to Extend Freeze on New TVDE Licences Again

Madeira will extend its freeze on new TVDE licences until new regional rules are approved. The ride-hailing fleet has grown to about 800 vehicles.

Funchal Expects 12 Cruise Ships and a Sailing Ship on New Year's Eve

Funchal Expects 12 Cruise Ships and a Sailing Ship on New Year's Eve

Twelve cruise ships and one sailing ship are expected in Funchal for New Year's Eve, as the port aims for 800,000 cruise passengers in 2026.

Four Tuberculosis Cases Identified in Câmara de Lobos

Four Tuberculosis Cases Identified in Câmara de Lobos

SESARAM has identified four tuberculosis cases in a residential area of Câmara de Lobos. The patients are isolated and a contingency plan is active.

Madeira TVDE Association Signs Advertising Deal With Uber

Madeira TVDE Association Signs Advertising Deal With Uber

Madeira's TVDE association and Uber Portugal signed a cooperation protocol. Companies will get 100 euros a month per car for ads on the sides of their vehicles.

Four From Madeira Parish Council Charged With Embezzlement

Four From Madeira Parish Council Charged With Embezzlement

Prosecutors have charged a former Madeira parish council president with 28 counts of embezzlement over the use of public money for trips, meals and stays.

EU Asks Citizens to Keep 72 Hours of Supplies for Emergencies

EU Asks Citizens to Keep 72 Hours of Supplies for Emergencies

With Russia's war and hybrid attacks among the threats, the EU's Preparedness Union Strategy asks people to keep essential supplies for at least 72 hours.

US Photographer Survives 60-Metre Fall in SĂŁo Vicente

US Photographer Survives 60-Metre Fall in SĂŁo Vicente

American photographer Quin Schrock fell about 60 metres on the Lapas Pretas trail in SĂŁo Vicente. A small bush stopped his fall until a helicopter rescued him.