Madeira Improves in Regional Development Index
Madeira improves in Portugalโs latest Regional Development Index, climbing in Competitiveness and Cohesion but scoring worse in Environmental Quality - yet it holds steady in 10th place overall.
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Ultimate Guide to Madeira's Coffee Culture: From Bica to Galรฃo
Coffee is a cherished tradition in Madeiraโs daily life, but knowing what to order can be tricky for newcomers. This guide helps you understand local coffee names so you can order with confidence.
Improve Public Transport in Madeira!
A reliable public transport system is essential for Madeira. While last year's improvements were a step in the right direction, progress now seems to have stalled. Itโs time to pick up the pace and bring fresh momentum to the system!
Sovereign Rising! Bus Workers Defy Presidentโs Blackmail Claims
While President Albuquerque suggests the government is being subjected to blackmail attempts, bus workers remain defiant, refusing to back down and continuing to demand a tiny wage increase.
The Rise of Bloom in Madeira: Understanding Its Lasting Impact
BBC Radio 4, alongside Diรกrio de Notรญcias da Madeira, investigates the Bloom drug crisis in Madeira, stressing rising street-level impact, and the growing challenge of regulating synthetic drugs under outdated laws.
Funchal Swimmers Report Sewage in the Water at Barreirinha
Swimmers at the Complexo Balnear da Barreirinha in Funchal say they identified human waste in the water, noticing an unusual smell.
This Week's Concerts & Live Shows in Madeira!
Madeira's small but ๐๐ถ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ deserves all our attention ๐ฏ Check out the upcoming concert's and ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ถ๐ฐ!
Madeira Police Officerโs Public Dance Video Goes Viral
PSP officer in uniform goes viral for dancing in the street, connecting with the community.
This Week's Concerts & Live Events in Madeira!
Madeira's small but ๐๐ถ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ deserves all our attention ๐ฏ Check out the upcoming concert's and ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ถ๐ฐ!
Portugal Offers 100% Loan Financing for Young People's First Home
Until December 2026, the Government offers young people (up to 35) the chance to purchase their first home with 100% financing, eliminating the need for a downpayment and allowing everyone with a decent income to stop renting and purchase a home.
Number of Unemployed People in Madeira Rises by 12.6%
Madeiraโs unemployment rises to 6.7% in early 2025, with 9,100 jobless. Despite challenges, employment and labor force participation remain historically strong.
