CAMPOSOL, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Spain is tightening pension eligibility starting this August: find out if this applies to youMake sure your pension payments are up to date as this change takes effect across Spain Earlier this year, the Spanish government introduced several welcome pension measures designed to make active retirement more financially attractive. They also.. 12/08/2025

Can a lifeguard really fine you for swimming under a red flag?A Spanish lawyer clears up the confusion over beach safety rules and who actually has the power to sanction   It is a familiar sight on Spanish beaches in the summer. The red flag is flying, the waves are rough, and a lifeguard is blowing.. 12/08/2025

When to get the best view of the shooting star show of the summerMake a wish as the Perseids meteor shower is reaching its peak One of the year’s most anticipated astronomical events occurs every August, the Perseids meteor show, which is better known in Spain as “las lágrimas de San Lorenzo.. 12/08/2025

Spain raises a glass to non-alcoholic beer as it tops Europe in sales and productionThe alcohol-free alternative now makes up 14% of all beer sold in Spain and is a regular feature of social life, from tapas to road trips Spain has taken the number one spot in Europe for both the consumption and production of non-alcoholic beer, as drinkers.. 11/08/2025

Spain begins relocating migrant minors from Canary IslandsThe first group of 10 children will be rehoused in mainland Spain this Monday   The Spanish government has begun transferring unaccompanied migrant minors from overcrowded reception centres in the Canary Islands to other regions of mainland Spain.. 11/08/2025

Murcia weather forecast August 11-14: Orange alerts for extreme temperaturesA large part of central Murcia could see temperatures as high as 40ºC early this week Weather alert on Monday August 11   The heatwave blanketing all of Spain and much of Europe is showing no signs of letting up, with the State Meteorological.. 11/08/2025

Spanish fuel plummets to lowest price since 2022In July, petrol and diesel shot up throughout Spain as a result of the conflict in Israel In what many are describing as the most expensive summer in history, drivers across Spain got a bit of a shock when filling up in July as fuel costs surged in.. 08/08/2025

Good service, a key factor in health insurance When choosing health insurance in Spain, one of the factors that demonstrates that the company is suitable for health care is that it offers friendly customer service and efficient management. This is essential both at the time of contracting the service.. 08/08/2025

Alhama steps up mosquito control with early morning fumigationTiger mosquito among targets in ongoing campaign to reduce risk and nuisance this summer   The town of Alhama de Murcia is carrying out a fresh round of fumigation this weekend as part of its ongoing effort to combat mosquitoes, including the.. 07/08/2025

Plans for thermal spa bathing centre in Alhama de Murcia shelved for the time beingThe thermal baths of Alhama have helped define the history of the town over the last two millennia While the remodelling of the central Plaza La Constitución is under way in Alhama de Murcia this summer, a similar project at what used to be the.. 07/08/2025

More deaths linked to heat in Murcia as summer temperatures take a tollPersistent high temperatures continue to claim lives across the Region of Murcia While the national focus has understandably been on the sharp 57% rise in heat-related deaths across Spain this July, the Region of Murcia is quietly facing its own deadly.. 06/08/2025

Heatwave horror: Spain sees 57% rise in heat-related deaths this JulyJuly has become one of Spain’s deadliest months for heat-related deaths in the past decade Last winter in Spain may have been long, damp and dreary but the summer has been equally relentless, breaking heat record after heat record with virtually.. 06/08/2025

Spain's Sturgeon Supermoon: A celestial showstopper this AugustSpanish skies are set to light up with August’s rare and radiant Supermoon Spain is gearing up for an incredible couple of years when it will have a front-row seat and one of the best views in the world of a spectacular trio of eclipses. But.. 06/08/2025

Why jellyfish are invading Spanish beaches this summerWarmer waters, fewer predators and changing currents are all behind the rising number of stings, say marine experts   With summer now in full swing and many of us heading to the coast to escape the heat, beachgoers are being warned to watch out.. 05/08/2025

July brought the most rain in 40 years to the Region of MurciaIt was also one of the hottest on record across Murcia, with heatwaves and tropical nights dominating the month It is not every year that a month manages to be both one of the wettest and one of the hottest on record, but that is exactly what happened.. 05/08/2025

Spain prepares for once-in-a-lifetime trio of eclipsesThe government has created a special commission to handle hundreds of thousands of eclipse chasers as Spain has a front-row seat Spain is about to become the hottest destination for astronomy fans worldwide, with an incredible trio of solar eclipses heading..

Murcia photo of the month August 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   For many LADCC members, the prospect of a morning’s photographic outing to the beautiful city of Cartagena was too good to miss, or was.. 01/08/2025

Will Spain's new emergency lights lead to traffic fines?The V-16 beacons are connected to the DGT in Spain, but authorities say there’s no need to panic From January 2026, all cars in Spain will need to carry V-16 emergency lights. These compact beacons are replacing the old warning triangles that.. 01/08/2025

Netflix is ending its Basic plan in Spain in September: these are your options if you don't want adsThe streaming platform is discontinuing this ad-free subscription in Spain, forcing existing users to upgrade Netflix has rolled out a significant change to its plans in Spain. From September 1, the ad-free Basic plan, which cost €9.99 per month.. 01/08/2025

Fruit and vegetables in Spain have shot up by 18 per cent in the last 12 monthsMeat and dairy prices have also climbed sharply across Spain, but beverages and potatoes are cheaper If you’ve done a food shop recently, you might’ve noticed your fruit and veg bill creeping up, and you're certainly not alone. &.. 31/07/2025