Costa del Sol

Jennifer Lopez’s concert in Fuengirola at the Marenostrum music festival was delayed for over an hour by strong winds. But the Bronx-born diva turned out to be the star of the evening. JLo told the crowd to “get loud”, and 15,000 people did so at the Sohail Castle. This was her second performance on the Costa del Sol in six …

The province of Malaga faced its first major wildfire alert of the summer on Friday July 11, with three separate wildfires breaking out in Villanueva de la Concepción, Álora, and Casares, which kept emergency services on high alert into the early hours of Saturday.  Only the Álora fire was brought under control by early morning, though full eradication of hot …

Rocío Starry, one of the Costa del Sol’s most popular and talented singers is performing her Jazz, Blues, Funk and Soul at the Riviera, Mijas, every Sunday until the end of August. From 9.30pm, catch Rocío as she opens with some cool Jazz, moves into more floor-filling Latin sounds, and gets her set culminating in irresistible dance classics such as …

Ana Mula has called for the Spanish central government’s immediate intervention to resolve the ever-recurring problems plaguing the Fuengirola – Malaga commuter railway line. Mula has highlighted the fact that over 150 incidents have occurred, including cancellations and delays, due to disruptions of the service, in just the first half 2025. This has caused significant inconvenience for those who depend …

On Thursday night, July 10th, a dramatic rescue took place in the waters off La Duquesa (Manilva), as a paddle surfer who was being dragged far away from the shore and towards the Gibraltar Strait by strong currents.  The operation, coordinated by Salvamento Marítimo (Sea Rescue services) and the Malaga Maritime Authority, ended successfully after hours of intense searching. An …

FRESH calls have been made for urgent action to tackle chronic congestion on the A7 motorway around Puerto Banús amid daily gridlock on one of the Costa del Sol’s busiest stretches. The Malaga branch of Spain’s far-right Vox party are demanding improvements to the notorious entry and exit lanes between the famous port and San Pedro de Alcántara – where …

The Casa de Cultura, Fuengirola, will host the exhibition A Brush to fix the World from July 14 until August 29. This is a painting show by Carina Barone. She is one of the world’s most collectible artists. Carina barone is an Austrian-born French-American painter who divides her time between Paris, Marbella and Paris. She brings a vivid and unique …

The legendary British band UB40 will rekindle the Starlite stage on Tuesday, July 22, in Cantera de Nagüeles, Marbella. The group will perform a night of unforgettable classics and nostalgia at the Costa del Sol. It is a night that will appeal to all generations, as the music of reggae pop defines an era. UB40’s unmistakable blend of reggae and …

Mijas Council is launching a major summer security campaign by doubling the number of police officers on its streets between July and September. Plan to address significant population growth during holiday season and ensure safety in all urban areas. The plan was unveiled by Mayor Ana Mata along with the Local Police Councillor Juan Carlos Cuevas. Chief Inspector Juan Manuel …

Rumours abound that Malaga might abandon their plans to hold matches for the FIFA World Cup in 2030, casting doubt on the city’s involvement in this highly anticipated tournament.  Rumors say that the decision is based on the tight deadlines, and the uncertainty surrounding the needs and wants of Malaga Football Club and its fans. The three key stakeholders in …