Upon visiting Madeira, the Indian ambassador described his own people as a resource to be used for “three years, five years, seven years, whatever you decide,” before adding: “and then you decide what you want to do with those people eventually.”
The IFCN and Madeira University are partnering to explore solutions for limiting mass tourism and safeguarding the island's vulnerable natural environment.
New European packaging regulations set to take effect could affect prices as businesses adapt to stricter waste and recycling rules.
About 60 people, mostly union members, marched in Funchal against the rising cost of living, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.
The Aerobus link between Funchal and Madeira International Airport now runs on fully electric buses, part of a 5.2 million euro fleet investment.
Célia Pessegueiro says the regional government ignores a report showing one in five Madeirans at risk of poverty, while it funds help for 5,000 families.
Albuquerque says Madeira's poverty rate is 16%, not 20.5%. A fact check finds both figures are official, but they measure different things.
Mundo ConVzia rallied in Funchal for a Venezuelan election date, the release of political prisoners and the right of Venezuelans abroad to vote.
The CDS wants Câmara de Lobos to cut red tape for small building works and for legalising existing homes, as a response to the housing crisis.
JPP demands explanations from Madeira's Regional Government on the Encumeada road closure since 2024, affecting economy and safety.
STFPS plans Saturday manifestation in Funchal against rising housing, fuel and food costs as Madeira inflation exceeds national average, joining nationwide protests.