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Mouldy Eggs

The ADN Party – National Democratic Alternative, has alerted the Health and Regional Inspection Authorities to a “public health problem that needs urgent and effective intervention, whether in the commercial areas that package and sell eggs, the transport companies that deliver them and most importantly, egg farmers.” According to a…

Heritage for Humanity

“I really think that the archipelago of Madeira as a whole could be, in an innovative way, the biocultural heritage of humanity,” is what Professor Helena Freitas defended at the ‘Ecological Science and the Future of Agri-Food Systems Event.’ Her words were issued as a challenge to Madeira, asking it…

Weaving and Tapestry Week

During the 14th and 19th of October the Institute of Wine, Embroidery and Handicrafts of Madeira (IVBAM) located at Rua dos Ferreiros, 152, will host “Weaving and Tapestry Week.” The workshops highlight traditional arts and crafts, incorporating new approaches that combine traditional and contemporary methods. The IVBAM has prepared a…

Seasonal Vaccine Update

The Seasonal Vaccination Campaign against Influenza and Covid-19: Autumn-Winter 2024-2025, began on the 18th of September in the Region and aims to protect the population during the winter,  when acute viral infections are most common. “Vaccination is the most effective measure to prevent severe disease, hospitalisation, and death from infection,…

Centralisation of EU Funds Could Spell Disaster

The President of the Conference of European Regional Legislative Assemblies (CALRE), has announced that he is concerned about the drastic reform that may be operationalised in the European Union Budget. At stake is the model for centralised management in Brussels and the Central Governments of the multiannual financial framework, starting…

BANIF: Complaint Filed Against Portuguese State

Banif’s injured parties will file a complaint against the Portuguese State in the judicial bodies of the European Union and the United Nations. While talking to local JM reporters, Jacinto Silva, President of the association, harshly criticizes the former Prime Minister, António Costa, accusing him of “cheating” those who lost…

Hunting Dogs Poisoned

The hunting season has started very badly. On the first day, several dogs were deliberately poisoned in Paul da Serra.  Unfortunately, many of them died. The complaint was made to JM-FM by the President of the Association of Hunters of Madeira and Porto Santo, Fernando Cabeceiro, whose dog was also…

Madeira is Over Priced

The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) considers Madeira “as the champion of high prices.” This was their analysis after speaking to members of the public in Ribeira Brava which, according to the party, shared their concerns over increases in the cost of living.” Party leader, Ricardo Lume said that “throughout the…

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