The Spanish government is taking a major step to provide healthier school lunches in order to fight obesity and overweight in children. A new law passed this week bans the sale of soft drinks, processed food and pastries in schools.  In a new initiative, all schools, both public and private from preschool through high school, must provide five nutritious meals. …

Miratorre Old people’s Home is closed and old. Credit: Miratorre Residencía Geriatrica. The Torremolinos Council cancelled plans to turn the old Miratorre Old People’s Home on Avenida de Sorolla in a reception center for 120 refugees. They cited a lack necessary permits. The group, currently housed in a hotel near Benahavís, was set to relocate under an agreement between the …

Cats in Marbella. Credits: diariosur.es The Marbella City Council has announced new measures to regulate and control feeding of stray cat. QR codes will identify people who have been given permission to feed the cats. They will also be used to monitor colonies to ensure that the animals are well cared-for. Those who want to be registered cat feeders will …