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Woman, 44, Murdered in Machico, Leaving Behind 2 Children

Woman, 44, Murdered in Machico, Leaving Behind 2 Children

A 44-year-old beautician has been murdered in Machico, leaving her two young children motherless. The primary suspect is her husband who subsequently attempted suicide. The incident could be classified as the first femicide in Madeira this year.

President Albuquerque's Firestorm of Denial

President Albuquerque's Firestorm of Denial

President Albuquerque who resumed his Porto Santo beach vacation as the 2024 fires escalated, sees "limited impact" and claims "correct procedures" have been applied. Who is he kidding?

Survey Reveals Growing Concerns About Safety in Madeira

Survey Reveals Growing Concerns About Safety in Madeira

A recent survey by Jornal da Madeira highlights a rising sense of insecurity among residents, a feeling that coincides with an increase in the crime rate.

Tourists Now Pay €3 Waste Tax on Seven Hiking Trails

Tourists Now Pay €3 Waste Tax on Seven Hiking Trails

The new waste tax has just taken effect on the island's most popular trails and will extend to over 30 hiking routes starting in January.

Aedes Aegypti Drives Mosquito Repellent Sales in Madeira

Aedes Aegypti Drives Mosquito Repellent Sales in Madeira

It's mosquito season, and this year's warm, wet climate has led to a surge in the use of repellents. While many locals remain unconcerned, authorities emphasize prevention against dengue.

Madeira Buys 805 Homes to Confront Housing Crisis

Madeira Buys 805 Homes to Confront Housing Crisis

Madeira’s government is investing €128 million by 2026 to acquire 805 affordable rental homes, addressing the region’s housing crisis.

Bolt Launches Guided Tours Serving Tourism From Cruise Ships!

Bolt Launches Guided Tours Serving Tourism From Cruise Ships!

Taxis want a slice of the pie! Starting next Friday, tourists from cruise ships can book trips through the Bolt app.

Real-Estate Prices Expected to Keep Climbing in 2025

Real-Estate Prices Expected to Keep Climbing in 2025

The market shows no signs of cooling, as a concerning real estate trend continues to impact society: limited housing supply, low interest rates, and high demand are likely to keep housing prices rising in 2025.

Madeiran Sentenced to 13 Years in Indonesia for Drug Trafficking

Madeiran Sentenced to 13 Years in Indonesia for Drug Trafficking

Rui Viana is sentenced to 13 years in prison. He escapes the death penalty for drug trafficking in Indonesia - but will he be serving time in Portugal?

€2.56 Million Robot Will Soon Perform Surgeries in Madeira

€2.56 Million Robot Will Soon Perform Surgeries in Madeira

The Da Vinci Xi robot can cut, sew, or move tissues during operations, enabling minimally invasive surgeries and reducing recovery time.

New Law Empowers Municipalities to Regulate Short-Term Rentals

New Law Empowers Municipalities to Regulate Short-Term Rentals

A new law in Portugal grants municipalities the power to regulate short-term rental accommodations (AL), marking a shift towards decentralization.