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Orange Weather Warning For Stormy Weather

Orange Weather Warning For Stormy Weather

A yellow and orange weather warning has been issued for Madeira. Expect intense rainfall and strong winds all over the island.

58% of Madeira’s Adults Struggle with Overweight or Obesity

58% of Madeira’s Adults Struggle with Overweight or Obesity

A decrease in drug consumption among young adults is encouraging news. However, with 58% of Madeira’s adult population classified as overweight or obese, the region faces a significant public health challenge.

Porto Santo Line Calls Off Ferry Services on March 7 and 8

Porto Santo Line Calls Off Ferry Services on March 7 and 8

Ferries to Porto Santo on March 7 and March 8 are canceled because of bad weather. If you're affected, make sure to reschedule your trip!

More Snowfall Expected in Madeira’s Highest Peaks

More Snowfall Expected in Madeira’s Highest Peaks

Snowfall has blanketed the higher regions of Madeira, including Pico do Arieiro and Paul da Serra. Experts predict cold temperatures and continued snowfall until Thursday, with a gradual warming trend expected next week.

PSP Reveals Speed Camera Locations in Madeira for March

PSP Reveals Speed Camera Locations in Madeira for March

Madeira drivers, heads up! Here's the non-exhaustive list of new speed camera locations for March. Check the schedule, stay within limits, and drive responsibly.

A Day of Multiple Accidents, One Ends in Tragedy

A Day of Multiple Accidents, One Ends in Tragedy

Madeira news outlets report multiple accidents today, one resulting in a fatal injury

Live Music in Madeira: This Week’s Top Concerts!

Live Music in Madeira: This Week’s Top Concerts!

Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!

Funchal Bar Owners Argue New Noise Policies Threaten Nightlife

Funchal Bar Owners Argue New Noise Policies Threaten Nightlife

New noise regulations in Funchal have drawn sharp criticism from bar owners, who argue the rules threaten nightlife. At a municipal assembly, business owners criticized the regulations' impact on tourism and local commerce.

PSP Conducts Large-Scale Road Inspection in Funchal

PSP Conducts Large-Scale Road Inspection in Funchal

PSP conducted a large-scale nighttime traffic operation, blocking the via rápida. The focus was on alcohol consumption, leading to 12 arrests and 14 fines. Police stress road safety as Madeira has the second highest traffic-related death toll in Portugal.

Madeira Government Lies to Hotel Workers, Says Union

Madeira Government Lies to Hotel Workers, Says Union

The Hospitality Workers’ Union in Madeira demands government action on wage disputes, accusing officials of misleading and lying to workers. Protests are now set to target tourists and will continue!

PAN Madeira Calls for Fair Wages in Hospitality Sector

PAN Madeira Calls for Fair Wages in Hospitality Sector

Tourism thrives, but workers struggle. PAN Madeira sides with the most recent demands of hotel workers, demanding wage increases and fair conditions, condemning the exploitation of those who sustain the region’s thriving tourism industry.