Could 2025 be the most expensive Christmas Spain has ever seen?
Consumers in Spain are facing an average price increase of 16% on a dozen basic festive food products Families across Spain are bracing for what could be the costliest..

WATCH: Richard Gere lights up Murcia in the city's most spectacular Christmas launch ever
The Hollywood legend joined young cancer patients from the Aladina Foundation to switch on the Great Christmas Tree in a ceremony witnessed by thousands   Hollywood..

December supermoon: A celestial showstopper we won't see again until 2042
The last full moon of the year will be larger and brighter than usual, visible from Spain on the night of December 4-5 Star gazers are in for a treat this week as the..

Flu reaches epidemic levels in Spain
A new, more contagious strain of flu is running rampant in Europe Christmas will be here before we know it and the last thing anybody wants is to be sick during the busy..

Cartagena's S-81 submarine returns home after first NATO mission
The Cartagena-made submarine was on a fact-finding mission of the Mediterranean   Cartagena’s pride and joy, the S-81 Isaac Peral submarine, returned home after completing..

Temperatures continue to drop as rain forecast: Murcia weekly weather December 1-4
It will be mostly sunny in the Region of Murcia at the beginning of this week, but there is rain forecast for a couple of days this week... Hello, December! The final month..

New statue and mural adorn the fishing jetty in Puerto de Mazarrón
The decorative elements pay tribute to local fishermen and the Virgen del Carmen The Town Hall of Mazarrón has unveiled two major new landmarks to honour and recognize the..

Santa Lucía Hospital had polyurethane cladding in its walls, like in fatal Valencia tower fire
A day after the fire, health services have returned to normal in the Cartagena hospital, although investigations are turning up potentially worrying safety factors Santa..

Spanish airport authority fined €10 million for using facial recognition scanners
Aena insists that passengers across Spain gave their consent and that their personal data was never at risk Spain's airport operator Aena has been hit with a hefty €10..

Águilas celebrates Christmas with traditional nativity scene route
Águilas are offering a festive route through the municipality’s best Christmas nativity scenes The festive spirit is alive and well in Águilas as the town launches..

HELP Murcia Mar Menor delivers essential supplies to mothers and children in need
Baby clothes, nappies and handknitted cardigans were kindly donated to the REDMADRE charity in Cartagena HELP Murcia Mar Menor has once again demonstrated its commitment..

Don't let deals turn dirty: Police issue fresh Black Friday scam alert
The Policía Nacional say online shoppers should stay alert as scammers ramp up their tricks during sale season As the Black Friday frenzy begins, Spain’s Policía Nacional..

Alhama de Murcia Christmas 2025: Full programme of events
Alhama is ready to step into the festive season with music, lights and lots of tradition The highly anticipated 2025 Christmas programme of events for Alhama de Murcia..

Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come January
Certain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes..

Read the December edition of Home & Living magazine online now
Welcome to the December issue of Home andLiving!   This edition is full of inspiring ideas for Christmas, including festive decor, party wear, how to ‘dress’ your table..

IN PHOTOS: What Santa Lucía Hospital looks like now
The Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena, Murcia was the site of a large fire on Wednesday November 26 Much of Block 5 of the hospital was affected 113 patients..

Mazarrón crowned Murcia's Magical Town at FITUR 2026
Coastal charm, historic heritage and community spirit earn Mazarrón recognition among Spain’s most enchanting destinations Mazarrón has officially joined the list of Spain..

VIDEO: Major fire breaks out at Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena
Several floors of the hospital had to be evacuated, but luckily no one was harmed and the blaze was put out in just 20 minutes   Incendio en el Hospital Santa Lucía..

Yecla restaurant wins the 6th Michelin star in the Region of Murcia
Restaurante Barahonda sits among vineyards at the Yecla winery of the same name Restaurante Barahonda in Yecla has been awarded the coveted Michelin star in recognition of..

Fresh food takes centre stage this Christmas as supermarkets double down on Spanish favourites
While Brits reach for the turkey, Spain’s festive tables lean heavily on seafood, fresh meat and ready-made classics Anyone who has spent a Christmas in Spain knows that..

Cartagena Policía Local prepare crackdown on illegal taxis
New campaign aims to tackle unlicensed taxi services near bus and Renfe train stations It may be a problem taxi drivers in Cartagena have known about for years, but now the..

It's nearly December but San Javier is already tackling summer heat in La Manga
Native trees and shade structures to cool public spaces and combat heat island effect Even though December is rapidly approaching and many of us are starting to wrap up warm..

Camposol anti-Biogas Platform raises funds with Gofundme page
The Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas, promoted by the GREEN CAMPOSOL Association, has launched a Gofundme page and needs your support Existing biogas plant in Llano..

Renfe launches Black Friday sale with tickets from €7 to kick off 2026 travel
Thousands of discounted high-speed and long-distance train tickets available until 30 November for journeys starting January 8 Renfe has launched its Black Friday campaign..