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Mask Use Now Mandatory in Madeira’s Public Health Units

Mask Use Now Mandatory in Madeira’s Public Health Units

Madeira has strengthened health rules as flu cases rise and social contact increases during Christmas, making masks mandatory in all public health units.

Immigrants Pay Five Times More Social Security Than They Claim

Immigrants Pay Five Times More Social Security Than They Claim

Foreign workers in Portugal contribute €3.1 billion to Social Security while receiving only €600 million, confirming their essential role in sustaining the Portuguese welfare state.

Presidential Candidate Luís Marques Mendes Visits Madeira

Presidential Candidate Luís Marques Mendes Visits Madeira

Presidential candidate Luís Marques Mendes visited Madeira today, engaging with citizens and outlining key aspects of his PSD-backed candidacy.

Residents to Enjoy Free Access to Botanical Garden

Residents to Enjoy Free Access to Botanical Garden

Trade-off? After announcing that residents will need to reserve timeslots for 42 hiking trails from 2026, authorities have now revealed that residents will enjoy free access to the Madeira Botanical Garden.

Madeira Prison Holds 341 Inmates, Including Seven Women

Madeira Prison Holds 341 Inmates, Including Seven Women

Madeiras prison currently hosts 341 inmates, including seven women. More than 70% of prisoners are from Madeira.

Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65

Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65

After remaining stable for 15 years, medical consultation fees in Madeira rose to €60 last year, increased to €65 this December, and are set to rise to €70 in 12 months.

Madeira Reaches €75,000 Funding Goal for Animal Welfare Group

Madeira Reaches €75,000 Funding Goal for Animal Welfare Group

In just six days, more than 1,500 donors came together to raise the remarkable sum of €75,000, allowing Ajuda a Alimentar Cães to secure its shelter permanently and keep saving animals!

Funchal Joins Worldwide Calls for Freedom in Venezuela

Funchal Joins Worldwide Calls for Freedom in Venezuela

People have once again taken to the streets of Funchal to protest the regime of Nicolás Maduro, holding on to the hope that freedom and peace may soon return to Venezuela.

Live Military Training in Funchal This Evening

Live Military Training in Funchal This Evening

Residents in Funchal can expect loud military training noises tonight as the 3rd Garrison Regiment conducts exercises for newly enlisted soldiers.

They Saved Countless Animals - Now You Can Save Them

They Saved Countless Animals - Now You Can Save Them

Gentrification does not spare the most vulnerable nor the pillars of our society. Ajuda a Alimentar Cães now needs your support to preserve their space and continue saving lives.

Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need

Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need

Madeirans donated 33.1 tons of food during the 26th Banco Alimentar campaign, supporting local families and demonstrating remarkable community solidarity.