Portugal's Carnation Revolution in a Nutshell
Never heard about the events that unfolded in 1974? Here's Portugal's Carnation Revolution in a Nutshell!
What a Russian Win in Ukraine Could Cost Europe
Europe as a whole faces a 70 billion euro gap in Ukraine funding for 2027. Studies warn a Russian victory could cost Germany alone up to 90 billion euros a year.
Madeira to Install Speed Cameras on Via Rápida
Madeira's government will open a tender this year for speed cameras on the Via Rápida, aiming to have them running by 2027.
Funchal Tests 15 Electric Bike Prototypes With Students
Funchal and the University of Madeira will trial 15 electric bike prototypes with student residents, under an EU project backed by 144,000 euros in funding.
Madeira's Trade Surplus Shrinks to €54.3 Million
Madeira's trade surplus with foreign countries fell 63.2% to €54.3 million in the first nine months of 2026, as imports rose and exports fell.
Depression Charles to Bring 130 Km/h Gusts to Madeira
Depression Charles will hit Madeira with orange-level warnings, gusts up to 130 km/h and over 100 mm of rain between Tuesday and Wednesday, IPMA says.
JPP Renews Push for VAT Cut to Ease Madeira Living Costs
JPP leader Élvio Sousa repeated his call to cut VAT rates in Madeira, saying the move could save families about 560 euros a year.
Madeira Had No 24-Hour Rentals as Portugal's Rate Hit 7%
Madeira and Funchal recorded zero express rentals in Q3 2026, even as 7% of rental ads nationwide vanished within 24 hours, idealista data shows.
Madeira to March for Housing Rights on November 14
A Funchal march for housing rights on November 14 joins a national protest day, as DREM data shows Madeira's home prices up 18.3 percent.
Palheiro Golf Claims Top World Panoramic Award Again
Palheiro Golfe won World's Best Panoramic Golf Club for the third straight year at the World Golf Awards 2026, held for the first time in Egypt.
IPMA Issues New Weather Warnings for Tuesday and Wednesday
IPMA has issued new yellow warnings for rain, wind and high seas in Madeira and Porto Santo as storm Bruna continues to disrupt the islands.