June 2023

Yellow severe weather warning activated along entire coast of Spain’s Malaga

SPAIN’S weather agency AEMET has placed Malaga’s coastline under yellow alert for strong winds, and coastal phenomena. The alert comes into force today, Tuesday June 13, for a maritime storm which will see waves of up to three metres and strong westerly gusts of 60km/h which will bring hot terral winds and leave highs between […]

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Spain’s Malaga airport breaks through 2 million passenger barrier in record-breaking May

MALAGA-Costa del Sol airport has surpassed the 2 million passenger barrier for the first time in May. The huge influx of travellers in May smashed the previous record in 2019 by more than 16.1%, according to data provided by airport operator Aena. “Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport closed May with 2,151,159 passengers, 16.1% more than the

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Making a difference: A renovated and stylish bathroom can give you a haven of tranquility

BATHROOM renovation can be an exciting but overwhelming task. Don’t worry,we at Big Mat Aliazul can help you transform your bathroom into an elegant and quality space. Planning Before beginning any renovation project, it is important to plan properly to ensure you get the results you want. Aqua has some tips to help you in

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Podemos unites with leftist alliance Sumar, but fate of Equality Minster Irene Montero still hangs in balance

AFTER SOME tense negotiations, a new leftist bloc called Sumar (Unite) was submitted to electoral authorities on Friday just hours before a deadline to register coalitions expired.  Among the parties that have signed up with the group is Podemos, a far-left party that currently forms part of Spain’s coalition government.  Sumar was officially founded by

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Two residents who allegedly made threats to a Malaga mayor have been released on bail 

TWO locals accused of making death threats to the mayor of Alfarnate (Malaga), Juan Jesus Gallardo, have been released on bail.  They are further said to have attempted to attack him with a knife on Sunday June 4.  The assault allegedly took place after an incident at a local bar. Gallardo told Guardia Civil officers

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Costa del Sol animal shelter desperately appeals for volunteers and adoptions 

AN overwhelmed Costa del Sol animal shelter is desperately appealing for volunteers and adoptions.  Animal Care España (ACE), in La Cala de Mijas, is going through a real struggle, caring for more than 500 dogs and 200 cats.   The charity needs 300 kg of food a day to feed the animals, which is a real

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Dani Alves loses last chance to get out of jail ahead of trial for sexually assaulting woman in Barcelona night club

EX-BARCA star Dani Alves is to remain in jail on sexual assault charges after a judge rejected his latest appeal today. Alves stands accused of sexually assaulting a young woman at Barcelona’s Sutton nightclub on December 30. Alves’ defence team had filed an appeal with the Barcelona Court of Appeals last month contesting the court’s

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€5 million energy efficient street light project starting soon in Spain’s Mar Menor area

A €5 MILLION renovation of street lighting will take place in San Javier with old lights replaced by energy efficient LED bulbs. San Javier council has awarded contracts to a company to do the work around San Javier itself and Santiago de la Rivera. A separate firm will cover the section of La Manga that

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