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Humpback Whale Show At The Coast Of Calheta

Humpback Whale Show At The Coast Of Calheta

Lucky whale-watching tourists stand in awe, watching the maritime mammal pull off a show.

Alexei Navalny: Funchal Remembers Putin's Unbreakable Critic

Alexei Navalny: Funchal Remembers Putin's Unbreakable Critic

The Alexei Navalny tribute in Funchal remembers an unbroken leader who taught us the recipe to overcome fear in order to succeed: fight for justice until the end, no matter the outcome.

Crowd Applauds Pedro Calado, Who Announces Retreat From Public Life

Crowd Applauds Pedro Calado, Who Announces Retreat From Public Life

Pedro Calado, the former mayor of Funchal who is facing serious corruption allegations, was cheeringly welcomed back today while announcing his retreat from the media spotlight.

19-Year-Old Tourist Stabbed In Funchal

19-Year-Old Tourist Stabbed In Funchal

Another unsettling stabbing incident occurred in Funchal today, involving a young traveller.

Out Of Control: Housing Effort Rate In Funchal

Out Of Control: Housing Effort Rate In Funchal

The housing crisis in Funchal has surpassed critical thresholds: it stands as the most severe in Portugal.

ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

Other countries have done it, Portugal is next: access your personal data online and identify yourself legally through an app!

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

In 2023, Madeira consumed 159.7 million liters of fuel, with daily usage exceeding 400.000 liters.

Madeira's Bloom Epidemic: A Crisis Rooted in China

Madeira's Bloom Epidemic: A Crisis Rooted in China

Madeira is facing a drug crisis started by a country that uses drugs as a political tool.

Accused in Corruption Case Remain in Custody

Accused in Corruption Case Remain in Custody

The mayor of Funchal and the two other accused remain detained in Lisbon.

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Hats off to both the crew and passengers for navigating through what was undoubtedly a challenging and stressful ordeal.

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Instead of taking the plane, passengers can again travel by ship to and from Porto Santo.