Dead body washes up on La Manga beach
The Guardia Civil is investigating whether he is a missing kitesurfer and whether his death is related to the storm The body of a man was found this Wednesday afternoon..

New scooter rules kick in across Spain as insurance becomes a reality for some riders
What changes from Monday, who needs cover now and what remains on hold If you use an electric scooter in Spain, you may already be used to rules changing, being delayed, then..

Frenchman arrested in San Pedro del Pinatar with nearly 3kg of marijuana
Stopped by the Guardia Civil, the 29-year-old was found with almost 3kg of marijuana and a toy pistol The Guardia Civil have stopped a car in San Pedro del Pinatar and..

Mandatory face masks are no longer required in the Region of Murcia from Thursday
The decision follows a continued fall in respiratory infections across the Region in recent weeks Face masks will no longer be required in hospitals and health centres..

Spain considers a ban on children at bullfights as debate over tradition heats up
The government wants to stop minors attending events involving animal violence, saying it could harm children’s wellbeing Spain’s long-running conversation about bullfighting..

New statue of Paco Rabal planned for the centre of Águilas
The internationally renowned actor would have been 100 years old on 8th March 2026 In recognition of the centenary of the birth of actor Paco Rabal, the Town Hall has announced..

Building licences for holiday homes on the rise in Mar Menor
Authorities report more building license approvals as tourist numbers grow and hotel options remain limited The Mar Menor area is seeing more and more building licences..

Is WhatsApp going paid? What Meta's new plan could mean for you
The messaging app may soon offer a paid, ad-free option but sending your usual chats will stay completely free WhatsApp might be about to look a little different in Spain...

FixTech wins Spain Prestige Awards 2025/26 in computer repair category
The Murcia-based company has been recognised for its trusted computer repair support across the Region A Murcia-based computer repair business has picked up national recognition..

Windstorm batters the Region of Murcia with more than 150 emergency incidents
Fallen trees and loose structures have kept emergency services busy this Tuesday, and more strong winds are on the way for Wednesday A powerful bout of wind has swept across..

Ryanair signals higher fares as bookings soar and passenger targets grow
Busy holiday periods and big growth plans push price outlook higher for Europe’s biggest budget airline Ryanair has warned that ticket prices on many routes, including popular..

Mazarrón mayor signs new agreement with local animal charity
This new agreement will help APROAMA care for abandoned animals and raise awareness in the community Mazarrón’s mayor, Ginés Campillo, has signed a new agreement with..

Luxury visitors splash the cash in Spain
Just 3% of visitors deliver 20% of spending power Spain welcomed a record 97 million foreign tourists last year, up 3.5% since 2014, with spending leaping 6.8% to €134.71..

Thousands of tyres removed from Campos del Río after decades of illegal dumping
The regional government has cleared 456 tonnes of tyres and other waste from the La Llana area The La Llana natural area in Campos del Río, close to the Sierra de Espu..

Fire breaks out at Escombreras refinery, now fully extinguished
No injuries as Repsol tackles blaze in Cartagena outskirts, precautionary alerts lifted A fire at the Repsol refinery in Escombreras broke out yesterday but has now been fully..

Spain's rail crisis continues as new incidents affect high-speed and commuter services
New faults on AVE and commuter lines add to the growing list of incidents across Spain's rail network Spain's rail crisis continues as new incidents on commuter, medium..

More sonic booms coming to Lorca skies
Air Force training flights may rattle windows from Monday until Thursday February 5 A heads-up for Lorca residents and those nearby: expect some familiar loud bangs over the..

A newly restored San Blas will be at the heart of this weekend’s fiestas in San Javier!
The original wooden statue is thought to date from the 19th century The eagerly awaited Romería of San Blas takes place next Tuesday 3rd February in Santiago de la Ribera (..

Murcia weather warnings updated for this week: Orange alert for strong winds
Storm Joseph arrives in Murcia with a gusty, blustery bang! We all knew it was going to be a stormy, wet and windy week with the arrival of Storm Joseph in Spain, and now..

San Javier announces the dates of the 2026 air show at the FITUR fair in Madrid
Other key dates in the diary have also been confirmed as San Javier showcases its tourist attractions Estíbaliz Masegosa, the Councillor for Tourism in the municipal council..

Brutal Torre Pacheco attack leaves teen traumatised and community on edge
Eight under investigation for racist beating as mother speaks out on lasting impact on her son Months after racist unrest erupted in Torre Pacheco, a shocking attack on a minor..

Temperatures above 20 degrees in Murcia, even as storm batters with wind and rain: Weather forecast January 26-29
Another huge storm is on the way to Spain this week Murcia weather forecast, Thursday January 29   A very wet and blustery week awaits those of us in the Region..

Firefighter tries to set himself on fire in central Murcia square
Firefighter restrained by police after setting himself on fire in Plaza del Cardenal Belluga A firefighter was injured on Monday morning January 26, after trying to set..

San Pedro del Pinatar prepares beaches for the 2026 season
The coastal town is getting ready for the good weather as it plans the return of the chiringuitos San Pedro del Pinatar is already getting its beaches ready for the 2026..