Orihuela Council has launched an tender for the purchase of a modern intelligent video surveillance system that will enhance security in the entire town. The plan, part of the first phase of a broader technological security project, carries a budget of €280 thousand and targets 30 key locations, primarily in rural districts and Orihuela Costa. Areas such as La Aparecida, …

BLAS Infante Vargas Perez had just turned 51 years old when he was killed on the dusty roads to Carmona. He was a victim of Spain’s descent in civil war. Infante, born in Casares on 5 July 1885, is still remembered for his life and death. He was tragically killed between Gaucin & Estepona. This summer marks the 140th anniversary …

From July 3 to 6, Motor Málaga 2025, the fair of nearly-new cars, will pack out the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga (FYCMA) with tonnes of great offers from the automotive industry. Organised by the Asociación Plataforma del Motor, this year’s event introduces a bold, expanded format focused on delivering an immersive visitor experience. The event will coincide …

SPAIN has set a new June heat record this weekend, with thermometers soaring to 46C in El Granado, Huelva – just next to the Portuguese border – yesterday afternoon. The landmark is currently only provisional and awaiting confirmation from Spain’s Meteorological Agency AEMET. A brutal heatwave is sweeping across Europe. Portugal has been placed on red alert while France and …

Duran Duran’s only Spanish performance this summer will take place at the Starlite Festival, in Marbella, on July 9. This is the first time the legendary British band has performed at the Costa del Sol event. The group will perform timeless classics throughout their long and illustrious careers. Duran Duran was formed in Birmingham, England in 1978. They have sold …

Spanish chicken Joe Gough. Shutterstock. In a heat wave, it’s the last thing you want to do: turn on the oven or stir something constantly in the pan. Why not let your slow-cooker do the cooking while you remain cool? Slow cookers emit very little heat, unlike ovens or air fryers. Preparing in the morning, before temperatures soar, allows you …

Donkey Dreamland in Mijas is preparing to start construction of a new quarantine paddock. It will be named “Lion’s Paddock” after the generous donors. A generous donation made by the La Cala de Mijas Lions Club has enabled this project to be realized. This will create a safe, secure environment for new rescues such as a foal, Leon, and his …

Cinuras was buried in a marble grave, sometime around Emperor Nero’s reign, in Gades. (Now Cadiz). The gravestone was likely purchased with his hard-earned money and bore a bitter epitaph. “Neither the powerful nor his friends or loved ones showed him any appreciation when he was still alive.” Nearly 2,000 year later, the words of his father were found not …

The rally takes place between Jaen and Granada. Credit: Rally the World Facebook Andalusia transforms into a catwalk for elegance on wheels over a period of almost two weeks. This is not really a race, but a celebration of classic cars, the stunning landscapes, delicious gastronomy, and historical enclaves. Rally the Globe, a highly exclusive event on the international automobile …

The group Animals in Marbella Sanctuary (AIMS) is set to lead a demonstration outside the Estepona bullring on Sunday, July 6, from 6.30pm to 8pm at Calle Matías Prats, 1. The protest is against bullfighting. It condemns it as cruel and urges local authorities to oppose such events and stop funding them. AIMS is on a roll after their recent …