The sky's the limit as the future of drone technology descends on San Javier
The former San Javier airport is hosting 74 companies and more than 2,000 industry professionals for two days of drone technology and live demonstrations San Javier's former..

Submissions now welcome for the annual Autumn Salon art exhibition in Águilas
Local artists display their work at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal The Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal in Águilas is once again hosting its annual “Salón de..

Here's your chance to EAT the Roman Theatre in Cartagena!
Cartagena's famous monument has been recreated in chocolate, giving visitors a very tasty new souvenir to take home Fancy taking a bite out of one of Cartagena's most famous..

Storm warnings in the Murcia Region as temperatures drop by up to 10 degrees
Yellow weather warnings are in place for storms and heavy rain, while temperatures could fall by up to 10 degrees in parts of the Region within 24 hours After days of late..

Electric car uptake in Murcia is growing at more than double the national rate
New figures show a 71% jump in registrations during August alone, with nearly three in ten new cars now either fully electric or plug-in hybrid Something is shifting on Murcia..

Inflation in Spain hits highest level in three years as fuel prices skyrocket
The Region of Murcia matches the national rate while Andalucía stays slightly below The cost of living in Spain has taken another turn for the worse, with inflation climbing..

Holidaymakers dodge a hefty rise in Spanish airport fees
Aena’s planned fee rises have faced growing opposition from airlines like Ryanair and Spain’s competition watchdog Passengers flying from Spanish airports will only..

Foreign workers in Spain hit a record high, and their contribution to the economy keeps growing
More than 3.5 million foreign nationals are now registered with Social Security, representing nearly 16% of the entire workforce The number of foreign workers registered with..

9 Rescue missions on the beaches of Lorca this summer
All 9 of the most urgent actions were required at the popular beach of Cala de Calnegre With every passing year more and more people are heading for the unspoilt beaches of..

One earthquake every 36 hours: Life on top of the Region of Murcia's fault lines
More than 6,100 earthquakes have hit the Region since 1900, but most go unnoticed Archive image of the aftermath of the Lorca earthquake in May 2011   The Region..

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Spanish property prices are rising three times faster than wages
Property values have risen by 36.3% in three years, while salaries have increased by just 12.3%, making it harder for buyers to save for a deposit Buying a property in..

Cartagena-Madrid rail link moves closer to reopening as works enter final stages
The Government says the Cartagena-Chinchilla line is almost ready to reopen, following a 12,000-signature campaign calling for the return of direct passenger services The..

Butane gas cylinder price hits four-year high just as Spain heads into the cooler months
The maximum price of a butane cylinder rises to €18.84 across Spain from September 15, its highest level since 2022 It's mid-September, the weather is starting to turn..

Baby seahorses make a comeback in the Mar Menor after years of decline
More sightings and a wave of juveniles are giving Mar Menor conservationists fresh hope for the lagoon's seahorses Just a year ago, the outlook for the Mar Menor's seahorses..

Used oil gets a second life in Murcia as thousands of tonnes are turned into new lubricant
The recycling process returned enough new lubricant to fill the crankcases of 960,000 cars Ever wondered what happens to the oil drained from your car or machinery once..

12,000 signatures call for the return of the Cartagena-Madrid train service
The service was suspended more than four years ago, with campaigners now calling on the Government to set a firm date for the return of passenger trains A campaign to restore..

More than 4,000 wild animals received help at El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre last year
The Murcia facility has taken care of more than 34,000 animals since 2019 The El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre treated 4,393 animals during 2025, an increase of 1,287..

Jumilla's famous Monastrell and a booming UK market bring good news for Murcia grapes
Wine grape production is forecast to rise by 15.9% in 2026, while Murcia’s table grape exports to Britain have jumped 109% The 2026 grape harvest in the Region of Murcia..

Spain's Imserso budget holidays go on sale this week with trips from just €50
Bookings open from Monday September 14, with Murcia and Valencia applicants getting their turn later in the week Spain's popular Imserso holiday scheme is getting ready..

Annual August fiestas in Jumilla awarded National Tourist Interest status
The Fiesta de la Vendimia already attracts large crowds of visitors to the Cabalgata del Vino and other wine-related celebrations The annual Fiesta de la Vendimia in Jumilla..

New international flight announced for Corvera airport from March 2027
The new flight will operate three times a week from March 30, giving passengers another direct option for European travel Murcia's regional president Fernando López Miras..

Need a break? These are the Murcia public holidays still to come in 2026
October and December bring the final public holidays of the year, including two four-day breaks There are still a few good opportunities to put your feet up before 2026..

Murcia football stadium now among the 15 largest in Spain
576 new seats see the Enrique Roca or Nueva Condomina climb the rankings of Spanish football venues Real Murcia may not have the best football team in Spain – in fact, they..