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May 12, 20264 min read

Community Mourns Passing of Beloved Madeira Residents

Several cherished members of the Madeira community have sadly passed away, leaving behind fond memories and legacies. This article honors their lives and contributions.

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May 12, 20263 min read

ISAL Students Travel to Poland to Enhance Entrepreneurial Skills

Students from the Instituto Superior de Administração e Línguas (ISAL) in Madeira have embarked on an international venture in Poland to develop entrepreneurial skills.

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May 12, 20263 min read

New Digital Platform Enhances Social Support Transparency in Madeira

Madeira's new digital platform for social support aims to enhance transparency and efficiency. Cláudia Perestrelo highlights its benefits for ensuring equitable distribution of aid.

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May 12, 20263 min read

Multiple Fires in Funchal: A Challenging Day for Firefighters

Firefighters in Funchal faced multiple fires on May 10 and 11, 2026, including a house fire, a taxi van blaze, and a small bin fire, requiring significant resources and swift action.

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May 11, 20263 min read

Madeira Joins European Maritime Surveillance Mission

Madeira participates in a European mission to control and monitor fishing activities, ensuring marine sustainability and combating illegal fishing.

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May 11, 20263 min read

Invest Madeira and Oeiras Valley Strengthen Investment Cooperation

Invest Madeira and the Oeiras Valley Investment Agency have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in innovation, business investment, and internationalization.

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May 11, 20262 min read

PSD Madeira Honors Nurses for Their Crucial Role in Regional Healthcare

In celebration of International Nurses Day, PSD Madeira has paid tribute to the nurses of Madeira and Porto Santo, recognizing their vital contribution to healthcare in the region.

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May 11, 20263 min read

PS Calls for Greater Recognition of Nurses in Madeira

On the eve of International Nurses Day, the Socialist Party (PS) in Madeira has called for greater recognition and support for nurses, emphasizing the need for career enhancement and increased workforce.

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May 11, 20263 min read

PTP Calls for Parliamentary Inquiry into EEM's Financial Practices

The Portuguese Labour Party (PTP) has demanded a parliamentary investigation into the financial dealings of Madeira's Electricity Company (EEM), citing concerns over a controversial €161 million contract extension.

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May 11, 20263 min read

Series of Incidents Mark Eventful Day in Madeira

Madeira experienced an eventful day as a worker was injured in a warehouse accident, a fire broke out near Funchal's fish market, and a driver lost control of a vehicle in Praça da Autonomia.

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May 11, 20264 min read

House Prices Surge Over 11% in Madeira: What's Driving the Increase?

In April, house prices in Madeira soared by over 11% compared to the previous year, with Porto Santo, Santana, and Calheta seeing the highest increases. This trend raises questions about the region's housing market dynamics.

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May 11, 20262 min read

Francisco Franco School Celebrates Europe Day with Activities and Exhibitions

The Francisco Franco Secondary School in Madeira marks Europe Day with a series of activities, including a conference on the island's 40 years of European integration.