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Fire near Puerto de Mazarrón forces homes to be evacuated this FridayThe blaze has spread from a rubbish dump to forest land A large fire has broken out near Puerto de Mazarrón this Friday afternoon, July 18, sending a thick column of black smoke billowing into the sky and alarming residents and beachgoers as.. 18/07/2025

How to sleep better in Spain's sticky summer nightsTop tips for staying cool and getting some shut-eye when it’s hot, humid and air con isn’t an option   If you’ve ever tried to sleep through a summer heatwave, in Spain or anywhere else, you’ll know it’s not just the heat..

Olive oil prices crash by 46 per cent but not all Spanish food costs are cooling downSpain's ‘liquid gold’ has fallen 48% from its peak as grocery inflation drops to more manageable levels Remember when buying olive oil felt like a luxury purchase? Those days might finally be over. Spain's beloved ‘liquid.. 17/07/2025

Corvera Airport continues the upgrades with new toilets for ostomy patientsThe Region of Murcia International Airport has put in brand-new loos adapted for people with ostomy bags Regional travel hub the Murcia International Airport in Corvera now has toilets adapted for people with an ostomy bag to change in an effort to.. 17/07/2025

Murcia braced for another 40-degree heatwave this weekend: Weather forecast July 17-20Take care of yourself and look out for others, especially the elderly or vulnerable, during heatwaves The weather forecast for this weekend in the Region of Murcia is for an unbroken spell of bright sunshine and temperatures going up to sweltering.. 17/07/2025

Rents in Spain can be hiked up by 2.10 per cent this monthThe latest rent increase limit applies to contracts signed after Spain's housing law came into effect in May 2023 Millions of renters across Spain are facing potential rent increases this month as landlords gain the ability to raise monthly payments.. 17/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Forecasters warn temperatures in Murcia will reach up to 41 degrees this weekThe Aemet has issued warnings for the Altiplano, Northwest and Vega del Segura area This Thursday July 16 the thermometers in the Region of Murcia will reach up to just below 40ºC/104ºF. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued.. 16/07/2025

Spanish airport theft ring exposed in major Guardia Civil crackdownSixty-six arrested and thousands of euros worth of high-end goods recovered in a coordinated sting operation at airports across Spain   A major criminal network behind a string of organised thefts at Spanish airports has been dismantled by the.. 16/07/2025

Spain's dream of a shorter work week just got put on hold againWith strong opposition to the proposal, doubts have been cast over whether the working day in Spain will be reduced at all There’s been a bit of a blow for employees throughout Spain as it looks increasingly unlikely that the legislation needed.. 16/07/2025

Food and fuel shoot up in price across Spain due to the conflict in IsraelInflation in Spain rose far more sharply last month than experts had initially predicted The conflict in the Middle East was always going to have a knock-on effect in western countries but even the financial experts are surprised by how much, and.. 16/07/2025

These are the Spanish beaches that welcome dogs this summerIn Spain, the number of coastal cities that allow dogs on the beaches is increasing Every year, thousands of people hit the Spanish coast in search of a beach and a refreshing, cooling swim. But it’s not just us humans who suffer in the sun;.. 15/07/2025

Murcia sees 57% rise in home sales, with growing interest from foreign buyersThe latest data show the second-best May on record as international demand drives surge in residential property purchases The sale and purchase of homes in the Region of Murcia rose by 57.2% in May 2025 compared to the same month last year, far outpacing.. 15/07/2025

Summer adventures with Taquilla TicketsFive unforgettable trips through the Region of Murcia and beyond If you’re looking to make the most of your summer in the sun, Taquilla Tickets has you covered. This local, family-run business has been organising fun, accessible trips for the.. 15/07/2025

Major earthquake off Almería-Murcia coast felt across southern SpainThe tremors originating in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea were felt in Murcia, Andalucía and beyond It was about 7am when the windows began to rattle in their frames and the crockery in the kitchen clinked. Those who were awake already.. 14/07/2025

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

What are the pros and cons of voting to ban tourist rentals in my community?Communities across Spain are holding EGMs to decide whether or not to continue allowing tourist rentals in their buildings, resorts and urbanisations, which has left many people wondering: “What way should I vote?”     Skip..

There is one region of Spain that doesn't have those typical black bulls by the side of the road, symbol of the countryThe enormous Osborne bull silhouettes can be found along roadsides all across Spain and first appeared way back in 1956 Among all forms of Spanish heritage and symbolism, the Osborne Bull stands as perhaps the most iconic. This powerful silhouette.. 10/07/2025

Spain considers making carpooling mandatory in busy areasThe DGT plans to implement a new series of measures to alleviate traffic congestion in some cities The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain is pushing forward with a drastic and highly controversial set of measures designed to cut down on.. 10/07/2025

Salaries will shrink for millions of employees in Spain next yearWorkers in Spain will pay more into the pension pot in 2026, but they won’t receive any benefit themselves Salaries in Spain aren’t exactly known for being overly generous, so the news that wages will actually go down in 2026 will come.. 09/07/2025