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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Miguel Nunes Triumphs at Rali da Calheta, Strengthens Leadership

Miguel Nunes emerged victorious at the Rali da Calheta, driving a Skoda Fabia RS Rally2. His consistent performance solidified his lead, finishing 30.5 seconds ahead of the competition. The event, organized by Club Sports da Madeira, saw stable top positions.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Portuguese Team Mobilized for Rescue Mission in Earthquake-Hit La Guaira

The Portuguese emergency team is once again called to action for a critical rescue mission in La Guaira, where a devastating earthquake struck. The 14-story building search aims to find survivors in the aftermath.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

JPP Seeks Increased EU Support for Madeira and Other Outermost Regions

In a strategic meeting held in Tenerife, the JPP aims to secure enhanced EU support for Madeira and other Outermost Regions, focusing on maritime mobility.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

JSD Hosts Debate on Land Management and Sustainability in Câmara de Lobos

The youth wing of the Social Democratic Party (JSD) in Câmara de Lobos organized a vital conference focusing on land management and sustainability, engaging young participants in discussions with the regional director for Spatial Planning, Ilídio Sousa.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Madeira Exhibition Highlights EU Benefits Amid Autonomous Celebrations

An exhibition in Funchal underscores the importance of maintaining EU benefits as Madeira marks 40 years of EU membership and 50 years of autonomy.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Survival and Resilience: Stories from the Rubble in Venezuela

Amidst the devastation caused by recent earthquakes in Venezuela, stories of survival and resilience emerge, highlighting the strength of the human spirit.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

CDU Advocates for European Funds Tailored to Madeira's Needs

João Oliveira of CDU calls for European funds to be directed towards Madeira's specific needs, not EU mandates, promoting social and economic development.

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Jul 4, 20262 min read

Heatwave Alert in Madeira: A Scorching Saturday Ahead

Madeira braces for a hot Saturday with temperatures reaching up to 27ºC, as the region faces yellow and orange weather warnings for high temperatures.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Madeira's Macaronesia Promotion Association Strengthens Ties in Brussels

The Associação de Promoção da Macaronésia da Madeira has bolstered its institutional connections by participating in the European Economic and Social Committee meeting in Brussels.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Miguel Nunes Leads the Rally da Calheta

Miguel Nunes, along with co-driver João Paulo, dominates the Rally da Calheta after clinching the first stage victory in Calheta village. Competing in a Skoda Fabia RS Rally2, they completed the special stage in 3:36.4, surpassing their closest rivals by 1.7 seconds.

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Jul 4, 20263 min read

Navigating Mortgage Responsibility After a Relationship Ends in Madeira

Understanding the process of removing a co-borrower from a mortgage in Madeira, particularly after a relationship ends, is crucial for residents and property owners.

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Jul 4, 20262 min read

Traffic Incident in Funchal Injures Two Women

A collision involving a bus and three cars in Funchal resulted in injuries to two women, aged in their 20s and 50s, prompting an emergency response from local fire brigades.