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Storm Regina sweeps Mediterranean coast: Strong winds, rough seas, and rain

March 2, 2026

Storm Regina sweeps Mediterranean coast: Strong winds, rough seas, and rain

Weather warnings of yellow color are in effect as Storm Regina brings rain and strong wind to Spain.…

Jorge Rey warns of dramatic March climate shift throughout Spain

February 26, 2026

Jorge Rey warns of dramatic March climate shift throughout Spain

Younger forecaster predicts heat begin, storms and Semana Santa chill. Picture Credit score: Jorge R…

The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers

February 26, 2026

The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers

Holidaymakers have received bad news as a popular tourist location is planning to double their touri…

High-speed trains between Malaga and Madrid are cancelled for another month

February 26, 2026

High-speed trains between Malaga and Madrid are cancelled for another month

MALAGA’s high-speed rail links to Madrid and beyond will be disrupted for at least one more mo…

The Dutch have now moved into the top five for property purchases in Spain – here is where they are snapping up homes

February 26, 2026

The Dutch have now moved into the top five for property purchases in Spain – here is where they are snapping up homes

The Dutch have risen to the top of the list for foreigners buying property in Spain. According to t…

Judge says former president Carlos Mazon should stand trial for ‘total negligence’ over his response to Valencia flood disaster

February 25, 2026

Judge says former president Carlos Mazon should stand trial for ‘total negligence’ over his response to Valencia flood disaster

Carlos Mazon’s former Valencia region president should face trial for negligence after his han…

The Spanish government will start distributing hurricane relief payments early in March

February 24, 2026

The Spanish government will start distributing hurricane relief payments early in March

The Spanish government will start distributing hurricane relief payments early in March JOSÉ LUIS PI…

Spain’s mandatory V16 beacon faces EU scrutiny – could the rule change?

February 24, 2026

Spain’s mandatory V16 beacon faces EU scrutiny – could the rule change?

Spain’s mandatory V16 emergency beacon faces EU scrutiny over regulatory concerns. Credit : Audio un…

Spain weather: Calima dust and Saharan dust arrives in Southern and Eastern Spain, plus Mallorca this week

February 24, 2026

Spain weather: Calima dust and Saharan dust arrives in Southern and Eastern Spain, plus Mallorca this week

The weather in the south and east of Spain, as well Mallorca, is expected to change drastically this…

Fuengirola locals are on the verge of losing their homes to motorhomes, caravans and other vehicles

February 22, 2026

Fuengirola locals are on the verge of losing their homes to motorhomes, caravans and other vehicles

Fuengirola’s quiet and tranquil winters are a big reason why so many Spaniards as well as fore…

Costa del Sol

Charity fun quiz returns to Fibbers: Join Alan Boardman for a good cause

March 4, 2026 Comments Off on Charity fun quiz returns to Fibbers: Join Alan Boardman for a good cause

Alan presenting Sue Barnes of S.E.A.R.C.H. with a cheque. Credit: AB B FB Tireless Costa …
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A community equestrian event along the banks of Gomenaro River, Mijas, attracted over 60 horses.

March 3, 2026 Comments Off on A community equestrian event along the banks of Gomenaro River, Mijas, attracted over 60 horses.
Photographer captures rare and incredible blossoms in Cabo de Gata after weeks storms. This is one of Spain’s driest areas.

March 3, 2026 Comments Off on Photographer captures rare and incredible blossoms in Cabo de Gata after weeks storms. This is one of Spain’s driest areas.
Marbella Premiere Club triple-headliner Weekend not to be missed

March 3, 2026 Comments Off on Marbella Premiere Club triple-headliner Weekend not to be missed
Costa del Sol Taxi driver punches drunk Irish passengers who he threw from the cab for burping

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Costa del Sol Taxi driver punches drunk Irish passengers who he threw from the cab for burping

Crimes & Law

Pensioner, 74, jumps from second-floor window in Marbella to escape woman who chopped off his fingertip over €200 drug debt

March 3, 2026 Comments Off on Pensioner, 74, jumps from second-floor window in Marbella to escape woman who chopped off his fingertip over €200 drug debt

A pensioner who was tortured for a drug debt hurled himself out of an apartment …
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A new cartel bust reveals a sophisticated logistics empire that used warehouses to smuggle drugs to Eastern Europe from Spain

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on A new cartel bust reveals a sophisticated logistics empire that used warehouses to smuggle drugs to Eastern Europe from Spain
Judge says former president Carlos Mazon should stand trial for ‘total negligence’ over his response to Valencia flood disaster

February 25, 2026 Comments Off on Judge says former president Carlos Mazon should stand trial for ‘total negligence’ over his response to Valencia flood disaster

Travel

Two in Malaga and three in Alicante

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Two in Malaga and three in Alicante

As authorities intensify their efforts to reduce road fatalities, a nationwide crackdown on speeding is …
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Malaga train line facing cockroach infestation

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on Malaga train line facing cockroach infestation
The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers

Business Updates

Barcelona’s tech week is back — and this year, the robots are the headline

March 2, 2026

Women in business conference returns to Mijas this March

The Women in Business Conference returns to Mijas in March

February 9, 2026

MasOrange Starlink satellite test: Spain trial to link mobiles direct to satellites

Spain test of MasOrange Starlink satellite: direct mobile linkage to satellites

February 4, 2026

Telefónica €32bn investment plan to 2028

February 4, 2026

Ibex 35 record high: Spain breaks 18,000

Ibex 35: Spain breaks the 18,000 mark

February 3, 2026

Spain’s inflation rate falls to 2.4% as cost pressures ease

As cost pressures ease, the inflation rate in Spain falls to 2.4%

January 31, 2026

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Sport

Malaga hosts first World Pickleball Championship Open

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Malaga hosts first World Pickleball Championship Open

Share Malaga held its first pickleball international tournament at the weekend. Over 340 players competed …
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Primera RFEF : Antequera CF closes in on Play-off Places with a Statement Win

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Primera RFEF : Antequera CF closes in on Play-off Places with a Statement Win
Andalucía Day derby delight as Malaga snatch all three points from trip to Granada

March 1, 2026 Comments Off on Andalucía Day derby delight as Malaga snatch all three points from trip to Granada
Cristiano Ronaldo surprises football fans by acquiring a 25% stake in Andalucia Club

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on Cristiano Ronaldo surprises football fans by acquiring a 25% stake in Andalucia Club
Bobsleigh is a winter sport that Spaniards have mastered

February 24, 2026 Comments Off on Bobsleigh is a winter sport that Spaniards have mastered

Health

Barcelona’s tech week is back — and this year, the robots are the headline

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Barcelona’s tech week is back — and this year, the robots are the headline

MWC 2026 runs from 2–5 March at Fira Gran Via, marking the event’s 20th anniversary …
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The Women in Business Conference returns to Mijas in March

February 9, 2026 Comments Off on The Women in Business Conference returns to Mijas in March
Spain test of MasOrange Starlink satellite: direct mobile linkage to satellites

February 4, 2026 Comments Off on Spain test of MasOrange Starlink satellite: direct mobile linkage to satellites
Telefónica €32bn investment plan to 2028

February 4, 2026 Comments Off on Telefónica €32bn investment plan to 2028
Ibex 35: Spain breaks the 18,000 mark

February 3, 2026 Comments Off on Ibex 35: Spain breaks the 18,000 mark

Spain’s rental bargains revealed: the ten cheapest places to live

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Spain’s rental bargains revealed: the ten cheapest places to live

Renting in Spain is affordable if you look beyond the tourist areas and major cities. …
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Demand in Spain is going through the roof – but a massive one in five of the country’s most in-demand property hotspots are located in just one province

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on Demand in Spain is going through the roof – but a massive one in five of the country’s most in-demand property hotspots are located in just one province
The Dutch have now moved into the top five for property purchases in Spain – here is where they are snapping up homes

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on The Dutch have now moved into the top five for property purchases in Spain – here is where they are snapping up homes
Costa Blanca agents arrested after scamming foreign clients who ended up almost penniless

February 24, 2026 Comments Off on Costa Blanca agents arrested after scamming foreign clients who ended up almost penniless
Revealed: More than 700,000 homes were bought in Spain in 2025 – the highest figure in 18 years

February 23, 2026 Comments Off on Revealed: More than 700,000 homes were bought in Spain in 2025 – the highest figure in 18 years

Malaga hosts first World Pickleball Championship Open

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Malaga hosts first World Pickleball Championship Open

Share Malaga held its first pickleball international tournament at the weekend. Over 340 players competed …
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Primera RFEF : Antequera CF closes in on Play-off Places with a Statement Win

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Primera RFEF : Antequera CF closes in on Play-off Places with a Statement Win
Andalucía Day derby delight as Malaga snatch all three points from trip to Granada

March 1, 2026 Comments Off on Andalucía Day derby delight as Malaga snatch all three points from trip to Granada
Cristiano Ronaldo surprises football fans by acquiring a 25% stake in Andalucia Club

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on Cristiano Ronaldo surprises football fans by acquiring a 25% stake in Andalucia Club
Bobsleigh is a winter sport that Spaniards have mastered

February 24, 2026 Comments Off on Bobsleigh is a winter sport that Spaniards have mastered

Two in Malaga and three in Alicante

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Two in Malaga and three in Alicante

As authorities intensify their efforts to reduce road fatalities, a nationwide crackdown on speeding is …
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Malaga train line facing cockroach infestation

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on Malaga train line facing cockroach infestation
The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on The region is doubling the tourist tax, and this is bad news for vacationers
High-speed trains between Malaga and Madrid are cancelled for another month

February 26, 2026 Comments Off on High-speed trains between Malaga and Madrid are cancelled for another month
Guide to Jewish Tours in Spain: Top 10 Jewish Sites.

February 25, 2026 Comments Off on Guide to Jewish Tours in Spain: Top 10 Jewish Sites.

Alicante is under the threat of Storm Regina: Yellow alerts are issued due to rain and high winds.

March 3, 2026 Comments Off on Alicante is under the threat of Storm Regina: Yellow alerts are issued due to rain and high winds.

Storm Regina brings heavy rain to Alicante. Credit : Ismael Juan, Shutterstock You’ll need an …
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Storm Regina sweeps Mediterranean coast: Strong winds, rough seas, and rain

March 2, 2026 Comments Off on Storm Regina sweeps Mediterranean coast: Strong winds, rough seas, and rain
Spain is again braced for heavy rain and strong wind today.

March 1, 2026 Comments Off on Spain is again braced for heavy rain and strong wind today.
Spain’s Spring Preview ends: Temperatures set to plummet as dust haze, and possibly DANA, loom.

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on Spain’s Spring Preview ends: Temperatures set to plummet as dust haze, and possibly DANA, loom.
Spain is hit by a sudden weather change as strong winds and storms raise alerts

February 27, 2026 Comments Off on Spain is hit by a sudden weather change as strong winds and storms raise alerts

Latest Updates

Sotogrande, Marbella and Estepona are among Spain’s priciest places to rent – but the most expensive tops out at over €4,000 a month – CSN News

February 17, 2025 Comments Off on Sotogrande, Marbella and Estepona are among Spain’s priciest places to rent – but the most expensive tops out at over €4,000 a month – CSN News

The latest data on rental prices in Spain shows that Sotogrande Marbella and Estepona are the most expensive areas. Idealist. The report, which analyses rental prices in the most in-demand towns and cities, reveals that 30 locations now have average monthly rents exceeding €1,500 – with some areas commanding eye-watering prices of over €4,000. The Costa del Sol continues to …

Costa News Spain reports on the local police in Mijas testing drivers for drug abuse.

February 17, 2025 Comments Off on Costa News Spain reports on the local police in Mijas testing drivers for drug abuse.

Mijas local police testing for drug use in drivers - Costa News Spain

Mijas local Police Credit: Ayuntamiento de Mijas. Mijas police has just purchased 420 state-of-the art drug tests to detect the presence of narcotics in drivers. This is to improve safety and reduce accidents. Nationally, in 2024 police will find more positive drug tests in drivers who are over the limit than in those who are not. This marks a shift …

CSN News: Alicante’s violent crime is on the rise. 2024 was the second highest year for murders recorded.

February 17, 2025 Comments Off on CSN News: Alicante’s violent crime is on the rise. 2024 was the second highest year for murders recorded.

Violent crime surges in Alicante: 2024 saw second-highest number of murders since records began

The murder rate in ALICANTE province reached 20 homicides in the last year, which is the second highest number recorded. In 2023 there were only 11 murders and in 2015 the number of murders was only 30. Spain’s Interior Ministry released statistics that cover gender violence, scores being settled, even disputes between neighbors and a Russian assassination. READ MORE SLAYED …

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Weather warnings of yellow color are in effect as Storm Regina brings rain and strong wind to Spain.…

Younger forecaster predicts heat begin, storms and Semana Santa chill. Picture Credit score: Jorge R…

Holidaymakers have received bad news as a popular tourist location is planning to double their touri…

MALAGA’s high-speed rail links to Madrid and beyond will be disrupted for at least one more mo…

The Dutch have risen to the top of the list for foreigners buying property in Spain. According to t…

Carlos Mazon’s former Valencia region president should face trial for negligence after his han…

The Spanish government will start distributing hurricane relief payments early in March JOSÉ LUIS PI…

Spain’s mandatory V16 emergency beacon faces EU scrutiny over regulatory concerns. Credit : Audio un…

The weather in the south and east of Spain, as well Mallorca, is expected to change drastically this…

Fuengirola’s quiet and tranquil winters are a big reason why so many Spaniards as well as fore…

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