In 1995, doctors at a Madeira clinic performed the island’s first gender-affirming surgery, in which the patient transitioned from male to female - at the time, a highly complex procedure.
Presidential candidate Henrique Gouveia e Melo accused André Ventura of racism, using Hitlerian rhetoric, spreading misinformation, targeting minorities, and endangering Portugal’s democratic values.
Masks off! About 50 years after Portugal overcame authoritarian rule, Chega is calling for a return of multiple Salazars - the austere dictator who built a systemically corrupted regime that brutally terrorized its citizens and colonies.
An entrepreneur accuses rival rental car companies of vandalizing each other’s fleets in Funchal, with scratched cars and slashed tires. The rapidly growing sector appears to have become a hornets’ nest, where everyone fights for survival.
The Public Prosecutor’s Office is expected to request the lifting of Miguel Albuquerque’s immunity as President of the Regional Government and as a member of the Council of State.
Amid rising living costs and a widespread decline in purchasing power, even as the economy continues to reach new heights, public sector employees are taking to the streets in Funchal.
The ferry no longer relies on diesel engines while docked, drawing electricity from the grid instead. The only catch is that Madeira’s energy mix still depends largely on diesel to generate power.
Portugal’s recent ban on the burqa and niqab is largely symbolic. While full-face veils are now restricted, more pressing issues - such as compulsory headscarves for girls and Chega’s statements affecting religious freedom - remain unaddressed.
Diabetes affects 14% of adults in Madeira, far exceeding the European average of 9.8%. Authorities stress prevention, early detection, and lifestyle changes to reduce serious complications.
The French Navy released infrared video showing a high-speed boat carrying 2.4 tons of cocaine off Madeira, stopped after firing on its engines to detain the crew
The median price for real estate in Madeira is falling for the second consecutive quarter. Despite annual growth, property sales have also sharply declined - here's what could happen next!
