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Malaga ICU is at breaking point due to critical shortage of nurses, unions warn

Malaga ICU pushed to breaking point amid critical nurse shortage, unions warn

Adam Husicka According to local unions, MALAGA’S Regional Hospital faces a serious crisis in its Intensive Care Unit due to a critical lack of nursing staff. Nursing groups PEPA (Plataforma Enfermera por AndaluciaSatse () and Satse claim that the shortage of staff is dangerous and puts lives in danger. In only four months, more than 2,700 nursing-hours were uncovered in …

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Costa del Sol Cercanias celebrates it 50th Anniversary, while coastal mayors voice concerns about its limitations and future growth.

Costa del Sol Cercanias celebrates 50th anniversary, as coastal mayors raise concerns over its limitations and future expansion

Adam Husicka Today marks 50 years since the first C1 Cercanias train began running between Malaga and Fuengirola. The line, which stretches 30.7 km along the Costa del Sol and serves seven stations, is a vital one for both locals and tourists. It offers direct access to Malaga Airport and represents a landmark in Spanish infrastructure. Diario SUR The line …

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Alcohol kills on the road

In Spain, driving under the influence of alcohol is a major issue for road safety. It contributes to hundreds of fatalities and serious injuries each year. Alcohol impairs driving skills such as coordination, attention and vision. It also affects decision-making. The effects are intensified by factors like the amount of alcohol consumed, personal characteristics and combinations with other substances. Alcohol …

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Does it have to be mandatory in Spain that a spare tire is carried in the vehicle?

The legal requirements to handle flat tyres are an essential tip for driving in Spain. Did you realize that you must have a system which allows you to drive after a puncture in order to be able to continue? While a traditional spare wheel isn’t the only option, driving without a DGT-approved system can result in a fine up to …

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Spain’s penalty heartbreak as Portugal wins Nations League Final in Munich

Penalty heartbreak for Spain as Portugal win Nations League final in Munich

WITH a stunning Euros win in their pocket and a squad laden with young talent, Spain may be the joint-favourites for next year’s World Cup in North America – but the 2025 Nations League final proved a step too far as La Roja were defeated on penalties by neighbouring Portugal. Spain had won this tournament in 2023 on penalties. However, …

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Spain tops world wine drinking charts – but global trend decline

Spain tops world wine drinking charts – but global trend decline

The International Organisation of Vine and Wine has released data showing that worldwide, wine consumption is at its lowest level in 1961.  Spain, however, defied this downward trend and posted a slight rise in its domestic wine consumption. According to the OIV, only 214.2 million hectolitres (or a little more than 210 million bottles) of wine were consumed globally last …

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Travel in Andalucia: New ‘soulful towns’ route offers ‘white architecture and scenic beauty for travellers looking to get in touch with Spain’ – CSN News

Travel in Andalucia: New ‘soulful towns’ route offers ‘white architecture and scenic beauty for travellers looking to get in touch with Spain’ - CSN News

The most authentic and welcoming tourism experiences in the nation this year has been selected as a UNIQUE tour itinerary. The Traveller Review Awards are a 13th edition award that is based on 360 million user reviews. The initiative ‘Villages with Soul: Routes of Andalucia’ has been launched by Booking.com together with the Junta, and runs through eight emblematic municipalities: …

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Discover the heart and soul of Spanish!Olive Press Subscribers get 25% off Aloha Vera Language Retreats, where you can learn Spanish and experience rural culture.

Discover the heart of Spanish!: Experience the Spanish language and rural culture  with Aloha Vera language retreats and get 25% off as an Olive Press subscriber - CSN News

When you learn a new language in a fully immersive environment, your retention of the information is almost doubled. Aloha Vera is a welcoming, warm environment for learning Spanish. It’s located in Jarandilla de la Vera in Spain’s Extremadura Region, a rural community nestled between mountains, rivers and crystal clear waters. This is the ideal place to learn Spanish and …

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The Emergency Corridor

The Emergency Corridor - CSN News

When an emergency vehicle is responding to an incident, the best thing any of… You may only use RSS to read website content for personal purposes. Commercial entities must have the publisher’s written permission before they can copy, use, or distribute content. This includes but is not limited to websites, newspapers and radio stations. You can download the entire content …

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The Guardian lists Spain’s best seven chefs and their restaurants. CSN News

Spain’s seven best chefs and the restaurants you can find them in, according to The Guardian. - CSN News

The culinary scene in SPAIN is known for its innovative chefs and rich tradition.  The Guardian Seven of the most talented chefs in the country and the restaurants that showcase their talent have been highlighted. Here’s your guide to these culinary locations: 1. Restaurante Simpar, Santiago de Compostela, Galicia Axel, Claudia and their team run Simpar with a strict hand. …

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