Only 2 Out of 1,200 Pestana Employees Strike for Higher Wages
Only 2 of 1,200 Pestana employees all over Madeira decided to join the strike for better wages. Why is that?
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90,000 Fireworks to Light Up Funchal And Welcome 2025
Madeira is ready to offer another unforgettable New Year's Eve show, welcoming 2025 with a beautiful display that is set to amaze both locals and visitors.
Hospitality Workers Strike On New Year's Eve: A Fight for Fair Wages
Hotel workers are striking on New Year’s Eve - an inconvenience for the hospitality sector, but an essential step to address injustices and demand more fair working conditions.
Meet CARAM, Madeira's Slaughterhouse
It's where things end: CARAM is Madeira’s main slaughterhouse, overseeing the slaughter of thousands of animals annually and providing employment to 44 people.
Madeira Records Over 20% Yearly Increase in Rental Prices
Rental prices in Madeira soared by 20.2% in Q3 2024, reaching €10.66/m². Funchal saw a 25.9% increase, ranking fourth-highest nationwide, acording to DREM.
Research Expects Shipwrecks with Treasures in Madeiran Waters
Researcher Alexandre Monteiro has mapped 8,620 shipwrecks in Portuguese waters, with around 250 believed to hold lost treasures.
EasyJet Offers 587,000 Seats on Madeira Routes in Summer 2025
EasyJet will offer 587,000 seats for flights connecting Portugal with Madeira in Summer 2025, increasing capacity by 13%. Additionally, EasyJet adds nine new routes connecting the mainland with other European destinations.
Correia Seeks to End Albuquerque’s Rule
For the third time, Manuel António Correia is trying to unseat Albuquerque within the PSD, positioning himself as the party's presidential candidate. Will he succeed this time?
Russia Attacks Portuguese Territory in Ukraine
The Portuguese government has strongly condemned the recent missile strike on the chancellery of its embassy in Kyiv, marking a significant escalation in Russia's aggression towards Ukraine and NATO states.
Aviation Expert: Madeira Must Plan a Second Airport Now
After Madeira's President mentioned the idea of having a second airport on the island, an aviation expert argues in the same direction. Neither however mentions, where the airport could be located.
Despite Support, More Than 90% of Madeirans Find Tourism Excessive
While 92% of residents think tourist numbers are "high" or "very high," 90.4% have a favorable view of tourism's impact on Madeira. Does this suggest a contradiction?
