Viral Video Shows Stunning New Zipline in Ribeira da Janela
A Facebook video goes viral, showing a breathtaking zipline that is soon to open in Ribeira da Janela.
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Madeira Creates Task Force to Speed Up Housing Projects
Madeira plans to invest €143 million in housing in 2025 and create a task force to speed up construction and help tackle the shortage of affordable homes.
Media Leaves Out Key Aspects of Fatal Dubai Madeira Accident
A fatal accident occurred at the 300 million Dubai Madeira construction site in Funchal. Major private media reported a deadly accident but did not mention the site, its location, or use conclusive imagery.
The Rise of Bloom in Madeira: Understanding Its Lasting Impact
BBC Radio 4, alongside Diário de NotÃcias da Madeira, investigates the Bloom drug crisis in Madeira, stressing rising street-level impact, and the growing challenge of regulating synthetic drugs under outdated laws.
1 Million Overnight Stays in April as Tourism Revenue Rises 22%
In April 2025, Madeira surpassed one million overnight stays and saw tourist revenue rise 22.2%, setting a new record.
António Salazar’s Estado Novo: Europe’s Longest Lasting Dictatorship
Antonio Salazar’s Estado Novo regime prioritized economic control over human rights, enforcing censorship, torture, and brutal colonial wars. Through fear and oppression, it became Europe’s longest-lasting dictatorship, ruling for nearly five decades.
Porto Moniz Opens New Parking Area for 135 Cars
A new privately funded parking lot has opened in central Porto Moniz, adding 135 parking spaces.
Funchal Swimmers Report Sewage in the Water at Barreirinha
Swimmers at the Complexo Balnear da Barreirinha in Funchal say they identified human waste in the water, noticing an unusual smell.
Madeira Extends Emergency Grain Stock as World Conflicts Intensify
Madeira’s strategic grain reserve, set up in 2022, has been extended to 2027. It stores 4,300 tonnes of wheat in Caniçal to protect the island’s bread supply. The €700,000-a-year initiative strengthens food security amid global uncertainty.
Christiano Ronaldo Set to Leave Saudi Arabia
Ronaldo announces on Instagram that his days in Saudi Arabia are over, but he isn’t finished with football yet.
Bus to Pico do Arieiro Carried Over 8,000 Passengers This Year
More than 8,000 people have already used the shuttle bus to Pico do Arieiro this year - averaging more than 55 passengers per day. Many depart from Funchal, enjoying a reliable transport option, though ticket prices may soon increase.
