Fathers' Day in Spain: Where March 19 will be a public holiday this year
Five regions will enjoy a day off while the rest of the country marks the occasion after work Fathers’ Day is approaching once again in Spain, and for some parts of the country..

Almost 80% of Spaniards see nuclear war as a real possibility amid global tensions
Most citizens back a strong, well-equipped army, even as fears of catastrophe divide opinion A recent survey by Spain’s official sociological research centre, the Centro..

Two Murcia roads named among Spain’s most dangerous
N-301 and AP-7 stretches in the spotlight in new national accident risk report Two stretches of road in the Region of Murcia have once again been ranked among the most dangerous..

Doctors' strike enters second week with protests planned across Spain
Demonstrations are planned in major cities and essential services will run at reduced capacity as thousands of doctors strike Doctors across Spain have entered a second..

Why does Spain have different days for Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day?
This is when Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day are traditionally held in Spain, and why they are different from other countries In many countries around the world, Fathers' ..

Murcia's northwest ring road to fully open next week after years of construction
Final 7.6km stretch will complete the bypass linking the A-30 and A-7 and help ease heavy traffic around the city Drivers in the Region of Murcia will soon see the long-awaited..

Airport Buses is making Easter travel to and from Murcia Airport easier than ever this spring
Fares start from just €8.99 for adults and children travel at half price, making it a great option for families heading to the south of Spain this Easter Easter is one..

Plans approved for new football pitches and sports facilities at Condado de Alhama
The Alhama de Murcia Town Hall has granted the basic licence for the development Plans are in place for two new football pitches and additional sports facilities at Condado..

Tourist dies after 30ft fall on clifftop path in Pilar de la Horadada
The 28-year-old reportedly slipped while trying to pick up his glasses on the Orihuela Costa walkway A 28-year-old Colombian man has died after falling around 30 feet while..

Cartagena bus station set for major makeover after 30 years
Ground floor redesign and possible university use planned as the city modernises a key transport hub Cartagena’s bus station is preparing for a significant overhaul more..

Murcia weekly weather forecast March 16-19: Sunny and dry
The weather in Murcia this week is expected to be calm and bright with mild temperatures Murcia weather forecast, Thursday March 19   The Region of Murcia is in..

The low-cost chains quietly spreading across Spain’s high streets
From bargain furniture to discounted fashion and beauty, a growing wave of budget retailers is reshaping the Spanish high street Spain’s retail landscape is increasingly..

Track Renfe trains live from your phone
New website shows real-time positions for high-speed and long-distance services Renfe has rolled out a handy new website across Spain, where you can follow high-speed, long..

San Javier's defunct airport finds another new purpose as a €12 million science centre for the Mar Menor
The OM2 Marine Species Centre will bring together universities, research institutes and 21 marine tanks under one roof in San Javier The old San Javier airport is fast..

Buying a home now cheaper than renting in Murcia, but saving the deposit remains the biggest hurdle
Monthly mortgage payments are 27% lower than rent in the city, yet buyers still need more than €50,000 upfront For many people living in the Region of Murcia, owning a home..

Los Alcázares to complete final phase of seafront lighting upgrade
The final 16 traditional streetlights near Paseo de la Concha will be replaced with energy-efficient LEDs to finish the town's modernization plan Los Alcázares is getting..

Murcia's historic Cine Rex purchased by betting and entertainment group
After being closed since 2019 and years of protests and petitions, Cine Rex has been bought by Grupo Orenes The historic Cine Rex in central Murcia is finally moving forward..

Floating solar power transforms irrigation in the Campo de Cartagena
Spain's largest irrigation solar plant serves 9,500+ farmers and cuts €350,000 from bills Spain's largest floating solar plant owned by an irrigation community has launched..

La Azohía, Cartagena and Cabo de Palos in a national TV documentary on Sunday!
Beautiful aerial shots of the Cartagena coastline and the historic city itself The La 2 channel of Spain’s national televisión broadcaster RTVE is showing a documentary..

Corvera Airport is having a flier of a year as February passenger numbers surge by nearly 25%
As usual, foreign travellers are driving growth at Murcia International, growing by 24.3% compared to February 2025 Murcia’s Corvera Airport looks to be going from strength..

Mercadona stores in Spain are about to get a brand-new look!
Record €1.73 billion profit alongside rollout of efficient 'Store 9' model Mercadona wrapped up 2025 with impressive numbers that have president Juan Roig beaming. "..

Spain cracks down on online hate with new social media tracker
The government's new tool 'HODIO' will monitor hate speech and polarising content across social media The Spanish government is stepping up its fight against hate speech..

What would happen if a plane crashed at Corvera Airport? Emergency services carry out drill to prepare for the worst case scenario
A dramatic mock plane crash this Thursday was designed to test how emergency services in the Region of Murcia would respond if the worst really happened What looked at..

Phase 4 of Cartagena's new look waterfront moves ahead
Work on the Paseo de la Marina prepares to start as fourteen companies have submitted bids for the €7.2 million contract Cartagena is taking the next step in its project..