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Funchal's New Hospital Tunnel Ready by Late 2025

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.

Funchal Unveils Magical Christmas Lineup for 2024

Funchal Unveils Magical Christmas Lineup for 2024

Funchal is preparing for a festive 2024 season with 11 Christmas events, starting on November 25.

Funchal Breaks All-Time November Heat Record

Funchal Breaks All-Time November Heat Record

Never before has Funchal recorded a temperature as high as 30ÂşC in November, breaking a decade old record.

Lisbon - Madeira Flight Rescheduled 5 Times

Lisbon - Madeira Flight Rescheduled 5 Times

An Easyjet flight that was scheduled to leave Lisbon for Funchal got canceled 5 times within 24 hours, pushing passengers' patience to the limit.

World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

Madeira hosts the World Cocktail Championship for the first time, welcoming elite bartenders from 60 countries to showcase their skills

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

Police in Funchal have seized more than 14 kilograms of heroin and 9 kilograms of MDMA in what has proven to be the largest drug bust in Portugal this year.

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

A young homeless man attempted to sell a puppy for 50 euros in the streets of Funchal.

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

With the sharpest decline in rental rooms across Portugal, Funchal now ranks as the second most expensive city for tenants.

Party Over? Funchal To Tighten Noise Regulation

Party Over? Funchal To Tighten Noise Regulation

Funchal is amending regulations to require businesses to close earlier due to noise complaints from residents.

Funchal Coffee Shop Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Funchal Coffee Shop Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Penha d'Ă€guia Ajuda coffee shop now accepts Bitcoin payments.

12 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Funchal

12 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Funchal

Funchal is all about sun and outdoor fun, right? Not so fast! Here's what Funchal has to offer on a rainy day!