Scorching temperatures continue all week: Murcia weather forecast June 22-25
The Region of Murcia looks set for another run of sweltering days and tropical nights Average temperatures expected on Tuesday June 23   The Region of Murcia is..

Over-52s on unemployment benefits in Spain are three times less likely to find work than other jobseekers
A Bank of Spain study reveals how the design of the benefit itself may be discouraging people from returning to employment If in your 50s and receiving unemployment benefit..

Calblanque beach in the running to be crowned Spain's best beach
After finishing seventh last year, the Cartagena cove is hoping to climb the rankings and claim the top spot One of the Region of Murcia's most spectacular stretches of..

EU backs free cabin luggage allowance for passengers flying from Spain
Passengers could gain new baggage rights, simpler compensation claims and stronger protections for families Holidaymakers and expats flying to and from Spain could soon..

Summer begins in Spain with the 2026 solstice this weekend
A brand new season will begin this Sunday June 21 with the longest day of the year Summer is almost here and right now Spain is gearing up for the longest day of the year..

Lifetime cover and age of enrolment: What you should look for in a health insurance policy
Age often influences the conditions of medical insurance policies. For this reason, when choosing private health insurance, it is essential to review the maximum age for enrolment..

King Felipe VI and Princess Leonor take their first flight together in Murcia
As Princess Leonor's military training in San Javier comes to an end, she takes to the skies with her father, King Felipe, for a special joint flight King Felipe VI and..

Murcia has spent €20 million protecting its forests from drought, and there is a 15-year plan to do much more
Nearly 12,000 hectares of forest have already been treated since 2025, with hundreds of personnel working daily to prevent decline and reduce fire risk If you have ever driven..

San Pedro del Pinatar mud baths get a €200k makeover
The local council has used European funding to strip away old barriers and replace the platforms with sustainable materials The famous open-air mud baths at La Mota beach..

No share for Murcia as Spain unveils €1 billion road upgrade package
The Ministry of Transport says a second €600 million package is on the way, but there's no guarantee the Region will benefit The Region of Murcia is feeling a bit of..

Isla Plana students roll up their sleeves for annual beach clean-up
Students from CEIP Puig Campillo, Cartagena, spent the day cleaning their local beach and learning about protecting the marine environment Students from CEIP Puig Campillo..

Five years of euthanasia in Spain: More people are choosing assisted dying, but the journey is rarely simple
New Ministry of Health figures show 565 people received assisted dying in 2025, with requests rising steadily since the law came into force Five years ago, Spain became one..

Cartagena's waterfront is getting a major electrical upgrade, and it is about much more than just the wiring
The Port Authority is investing nearly €850,000 to modernise ageing infrastructure and prepare the seafront for future growth If you have walked along Cartagena's Paseo Alfonso..

Spain's wildfire crisis is three times worse than this time last year, and the heat has barely begun
With 39,000 hectares already burned and the first heat wave of summer approaching, experts warn the worst may still be ahead Spain is heading into the peak summer season with..

Calasparra's famous cave gets full WiFi coverage in a first for Spain
The Cueva del Puerto is now being used as a model for sustainable tourism thanks to new monitoring and safety systems The Cueva del Puerto in Calasparra has been recognised..

Heatwave and calima bring soaring temperatures to Murcia this weekend: June 18-21 weather forecast
The rise in temperatures will be aided by a cloud of Saharan dust that settles over the Region this Saturday and Sunday Surprise, surprise, it’s going to be a hot one..

How clean is your beach? Mar Menor association wants you to report back
A Mar Menor conservation group is asking swimmers and snorkellers to help track beach and water conditions this summer The Mar Menor eco- group Por Un Mar Vivo has launched..

La Manga businesses call for blue zone parking and tougher action in Plaza Bohemia
Traders and residents say summer chaos needs clearer parking rules, shuttle links and improved road safety Business owners in La Manga are calling for regulated blue zone..

Murcia's economy expected to grow faster than the Spanish average in 2026
Growth is expected to reach 2.5% in 2026, driven mainly by strong household spending, according to BBVA Research According to forecasts from BBVA Research, Murcia's economy..

Wildfire alarms residents and beachgoers in La Azohía
Suspicion abounds as to the cause of the fire in the palm grove of San Ginés La Azohía is a village which normally doesn’t hit the headlines very often, but at approximately..

Imserso opens applications for 2026-27 budget holidays for retirees
Pensioners and eligible retirees have until July 10 to apply for subsidised breaks across Spain The application period has opened for Spain's hugely popular Imserso travel..

Have your say now! Residents invited to vote in Alhama's 2026-2027 Participatory Budget
You can choose from 60 proposals covering investments, activities and community programmes as the latest phase of voting gets underway Alhama de Murcia Town Council has..

Seven stork chicks hatch at Terra Natura Murcia
The park confirms the birth of seven wild white stork chicks, adding a new boost to its biodiversity role Terra Natura Murcia has welcomed some very special new arrivals this..

Nearly 3km of copper cable stolen from Corvera airport
Eleven people have been arrested for robbing cables from roads serving Murcia International Airport Eleven men have been arrested following the theft of almost three kilometres..