Todos por Venezuela! Funchal Highlights Struggle for Democracy
Hosted by the Partido Socialista Madeira, exiled Venezuelan leader Manuel GarcĂa urged Madeira's civil society to stand against Venezuela's dictatorship
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Portuguese Court Rules Ryanair’s Cabin Baggage Fees Illegal
Is Ryanair's hand luggage policy about to be overturned? A historic court ruling in Portugal has now declared the airline's cabin baggage fees illegal. Damages to consumers are estimated to reach €10 billion.
Portugal Allows Owners to Increase Rent by 2.16% in 2025
The 2.16% increase is a significant drop from last year’s figures, reflecting the latest inflation data.
Air Force Buys 3 More Helicopters To Fight Wildfires
The Portuguese Air Force expands its firefighting capabilities with three new Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks.
Madeira Wine Reaching for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Status
The University of Madeira is championing the bid to secure UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status for Madeira wine.
Funchal's New Hospital Tunnel Ready by Late 2025
The Quebradas-Amparo tunnel, a key infrastructure project in Funchal, is set to ease traffic congestion and transform city access to the new hospital.
Join Saturday's Clean Up & Potential Tree Planting in Santo da Serra!
Join the meetup and give a helping hand on Saturday!
Tiny House Madeira: Affordable Living on the Island
Homeownership in Madeira has become a luxury for many. Tiny houses combine affordability with practicality and are likely a key piece in the puzzle of addressing Madeira's housing crisis.
Housing Crisis: Madeira Sees Highest Rent Increase in Portugal
Madeira's housing crisis shows no signs of easing, with the region facing the steepest rent increase in Portugal.
UK to Require Travel Authorization from European Visitors
Planning a trip to the UK from April 2025? Unless you are exempt, get ready for a new travel requirement!
School Supplies Unaffordable for Many Madeiran Families
Amid rising school supply costs, Madeira's Partido da Terra calls for urgent reform and local policies to keep up with families' growing financial pressures.
