Closure of Path to Canavieira Beach Upsets Locals
Safety concerns closed the private Canavieira Beach path in 2018. Officials now consider reopening it for public access.
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New Psychoactive Drugs Make Up 50% of Drug Raids in Madeira
New psychoactive substances now account for 50% of all drug seizures in Madeira, with seven new drugs detected by the police laboratory.
Man Confesses to Killing His Wife, Claiming Mental Problems
The husband accused of murdering his wife in Machico has confessed. He claims mental instability, saying he doesn’t understand why he did it.
Woman, 44, Murdered in Machico, Leaving Behind 2 Children
A 44-year-old beautician has been murdered in Machico, leaving her two young children motherless. The primary suspect is her husband who subsequently attempted suicide. The incident could be classified as the first femicide in Madeira this year.
Survey Reveals Growing Concerns About Safety in Madeira
A recent survey by Jornal da Madeira highlights a rising sense of insecurity among residents, a feeling that coincides with an increase in the crime rate.
Aedes Aegypti Drives Mosquito Repellent Sales in Madeira
It's mosquito season, and this year's warm, wet climate has led to a surge in the use of repellents. While many locals remain unconcerned, authorities emphasize prevention against dengue.
Madeiran Sentenced to 13 Years in Indonesia for Drug Trafficking
Rui Viana is sentenced to 13 years in prison. He escapes the death penalty for drug trafficking in Indonesia - but will he be serving time in Portugal?
What’s Behind Madeira’s Extremely Low Fertility Rate?
Madeira's fertility rate is critically low at 1.22 children per woman, impacted by economic difficulties and shifting societal norms.
19% of Madeira's Retired Population Lives on the Poverty Line
Nearly 14,000 retirees in Madeira face poverty, struggling with basic needs and demanding a pension increase of at least 5%.
Births Climb, Deaths Fall, but Population Growth Stays Negative
Despite facing one of the lowest fertility rates in Portugal and a rapidly aging population, Madeira has experienced an increase in births alongside a decline in deaths.
Music Lovers, Rejoice! This Week's Concerts in Madeira
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
