Madeira’s Development Crisis: GDP Rises, Relative Income Falls
Stats don’t lie. Madeira's GDP has nearly doubled the Portuguese average, yet disposable income decreased - a development eroding society.
Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need
Madeirans donated 33.1 tons of food during the 26th Banco Alimentar campaign, supporting local families and demonstrating remarkable community solidarity.
Hit The Road Madeira: Fanal is Dying
Hit The Road Madeira documents Fanal’s worsening condition and shares expert suggestions on how to restore the Laurisilva Forest and its unique ecological heritage
Portugal Leads EU with 85,000 Energy Home Upgrades
Portugal is leading the EU in energy renovation, tackling fuel poverty, and promoting sustainability, with over 85,000 homes upgraded and innovative programs supporting green energy initiatives.
A Blueprint for Madeira? Lisbon Tightens AL Rules
Lisbon is set to tighten its short-term rental regulations, slashing licensing availability by up to 50% in some areas. Could this new framework serve as a blueprint for Funchal and address Madeira’s escalating housing crisis?
Why Trump is Targeting Venezuela
Trump’s moves against Maduro’s Venezuela aren’t about drugs - they’re a power play designed to gaining leverage over Russia and reshaping the global order.
Madeira Invests €4.6 Million in Christmas and New Year Celebrations
Madeira is preparing for one of its busiest festive seasons in recent years and a €4.6 million public investment in Christmas and year-end celebrations.
How to Buy Your Madeira Hiking Trail Ticket With Simplifica
Everything you need to know to buy your €4.5 hiking trail ticket on the Simplifica website in Madeira.
Funchal's Exceptional Decline in Affordable Housing
Funchal’s affordable housing market has collapsed over the past five years. According to Idealista, homes under €200,000 now make up only 1% of listings, while mid-range properties also dropped sharply.
Portugal Faces More Than 25000 Pending Nationality Requests
Over 25,000 Portuguese nationality applications remain pending at the IRN due to staff shortages, leaving applicants in administrative limbo and facing long, unresolved delays.
Second Firefighting Helicopter Unlikely to Reach Madeira in 2025
Despite earlier assurances, the government will most likely not be able to provide the second helicopter to support Madeira’s firefighting operations this year.
