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PHOENIX CLUB
Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
*Trips/Events*
~All trips/events include a driver’s gratuity~
September
– 1st – Trip to Gibraltar €25pp
– 25th – A visit to the Zoo in Castellar, Cadiz Province. Price TBC
October
– 6th – Trip to Gibraltar €25pp
– 26th/27th Overnight train trip from Algeciras to Bobadilla. We will be staying at the old Colonial Reina Cristina hotel. €135 pp double room and €145 single room on 1/2 board basis. Mr Hendersons Railway – In the 1890’s, a railway was built by the Algeciras (Gibraltar) Railway Company Ltd between Algeciras and Ronda and Bobadilla where it connected with the existing Cordoba to Malaga line to give access to Madrid and Europe. Nowadays the train journey from Algeciras makes a lovely day trip through stunning scenery and historic sites. As well as the novelty of spotting British Victorian railway memorabilia the route passes the beautiful Genal valley, in a place where there is no road access.
December 23rd – 27th: 4* Hotel Marina Playa in Mojacar. Price – 2 people sharing €310pp, single €420p. Deposit €150 non refundable and is advisable to have travel insurance. Includes ½ board accommodation, wine & water with all meals, coach fare and drivers tip. All meals are buffet style with live music/nightly entertainment and a heated, covered swimming pool.
For information call Gail on 626370695 (Whatsapp) email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk
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Tix Still Available – Nile Rodgers & Chic: Wed, 26 Aug, 10pm
Starlite Occident, Marbella
Funk & Disco legends, with a world class lead guitar player.
Info & tix: https://www.elcorteingles.es/entradas/conciertos/entradas-nile-rodgers-chic-starlite-occident-2026-marbella-0000089pB0000089Nz000008546/ & Video Link
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TNT- AC/DC tribute band, live in Almáchar: Fri, 28 Aug, 22:30
Parque Maria Zambrano. Free show. Tel: 952 512 002
Info & map: https://axarquiacostadelsol.es/evento/evento-musical-almachar-2026/
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Concert- “Flamenco Duermevela”: Sat, 29 Aug, 21:30
Parque el Majuelo, Av. Europa, 18690 Almuñécar
“Flamenco Duermevela” is a unique theatrical experience where the power of flamenco blends with poetry, mystery, and the most intimate emotion. Directed by Agustín Barajas, this show immerses you in a dreamlike universe inspired by Lorca, where dance, music, and performance merge into an unforgettable sensory journey.
Info & tix: https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/flamenco-duermevela-de-agustin-barajas
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Benamargosa Flamenco Festival: Sat, 29 Aug
Starting at 9:30pm, in the space next to the Benamargosa River.
It is a tribute to one of the great figures of singing: El Cabrero.
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Concert- Thomas Helmig, Danish singer, songwriter: Fri, 4 Sept.
Marbella Arena
Thomas Helmig is a Danish rock singer and musician, and has been one of the most popular singers in Denmark since the middle of the 1980s. Doors open 21:30
Tickets available on Danish Ticketmaster website: https://www.ticketmaster.dk/event/bus-t-r-malaga-centro-marbella-arena-thomas-helmig-d-04-09-26–billetter/512312914 & Video Link
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Concert Series- V Pepe Romero Guitar Festival Málaga 2026: 4 thru 30 Sept
Alcazaba de Málaga, C/ Alcazabilla, 2, 29012 Málaga
Info & tix: https://www.malagaguitarfestival.com/
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Jazz Concert- Cristopher Pérez Quartet: Fri, 18 Sept, 8pm
Casa De Cultura J. Martin Recuerda. Puerta de Granada 19, 18690, Almuñécar
Christopher Pérez, saxophone
David Muñoz, double bass
Daniel Pimenta, drums
Guillaume Coulbois, piano
The group does not work with a closed or fixed program. Our repertoire consists of original compositions and open materials that are constantly evolving, allowing each concert to be a unique and unrepeatable experience, influenced by the space, the audience, and the moment. Info & tix: https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/ii-ciclo-de-jazz-cristopher-perez-quartet
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ARCHGROVE TRANSPORT SERVICES
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We are part of the ADH Storage and Transportation company and as such have storage available in Competa and Puente Don Manuel. Very reasonable rates.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
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SPW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
Water Deposit Installations: Due to the ongoing drought and current water restrictions SPW Construction are currently offering the following service.
– Supply and installation of new above or below ground water deposits. 1000 litres up to 25000 litres. Delivered and installed, all relevant plumbing. All work warrantied.
– We can also advise you or help to organise water deliveries from local suppliers.
Selling Your House? SPW Construction can offer you a bespoke package to prepare your house for sale.
Through our extensive relationships with Agents, buyers and sellers we understand what is required to present your home to potential purchasers.
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Office: 952539742 ; Mobil: 606423869. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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HANNINGTONS KITCHENS & BATHROOMS
Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivalled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes:
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
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Call us : 669 665 156
Email us: hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com ; Our contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue.
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MANDY’S PAINTBOX
Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 34 years in Nerja area. NEW JOB PHOTOS.
Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside, large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos, all the furniture was spray painted. Call for advice. WhatsApp 680739577
Email: josiahamanda@gmail.com
My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” (left) and “after” (right) pics from my latest job.
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BLUCEE REAL ESTATE
BLUCEE REAL ESTATE: PROPERTY REQUIRED – TORRE DEL MAR & CALETA DE VÉLEZ
We have a couple working exclusively with BluCee Real Estate who are ready to buy now and are looking for their new home in the Torre del Mar / Caleta de Vélez area.
Budget: up to €300,000
They are looking for:
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– Swimming pool desirable
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Do you have a property that could be the perfect match?
If you’re considering selling and your property meets these requirements, we’d love to hear from you. Our clients are ready to move forward, so this could be an excellent opportunity for the right property.
Email: info@blucee.com ; Web: www.blucee.com
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Torre del Mar Office: +34 951 55 38 90
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Visit us, 2 locations:
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– Calle Sierra Almijara 5, Rincón de la Victoria, 29730, Málaga
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AXARQUIA SILVER & GOLD TRADE
Axarquia Silver & Gold Trade– Unique Handcrafted Coin Rings & Much More:
***Services Offered***
– Buying all kind of Silver and Gold:
Silver coins and Gold coins, bullions and bars.
Jewellery and cutlery (no collector prices!).
– Selling handcrafted Coin Rings and Jewellery: Handcrafted rings, made from silver or gold.
There are many options possible– I will handcraft your individual silver or gold ring. Choose, for example: a coin from your year of birth; a custom present for a friend; choose a JFK ½ Dollar coin; or a $1 Dollar coin from 1921 is available. I have silver from Spain; 100 Pesetas coins from 1966 for something special; and many more. You can get it shiny or black or a mix. I look forward to creating something very special for you. You want big sizes for men? No problem!
– General Metals Markets Information:
I am trading now more than 10 years in physical silver and gold. If you are interested, make an appointment.
– Make an appointment by mail or phone.
Mail: sscharler@gmx.de
Call Svend Scharler: +34-606423869
I have my office and meeting point at the Axarquia Service Centre, local 101, 29793 Torrox Park. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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NEWS & ARTICLES
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{ Translations by www.DeepL.com/Translator }
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SPAIN
Feijóo demands that Sánchez decree migrant confinement to Ceuta due to “health risk” after cases of scabies, chickenpox & tuberculosis confirmed; Ministers deny the migrants are responsible for the scabies despite evidence to the contrary: {Trans, summary}
– The leader of the PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, has asked the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, to decree confinement in Ceuta due to “health risk” due to infectious diseases such as scabies or tuberculosis that have been detected after the massive entry of “more of 70,000 illegal migrants” at the end of July.
– In an interview with Europa Press, Feijóo recounted his meeting with the president of the College of Physicians and the president of the College of Nursing of the autonomous city about the situation of the hospitals and the emergency service, which informed him of diseases such as “tuberculosis, scabies and more than 450 cases of gastroenteritis”, as well as “some cases of chickenpox”. “We are talking about infectious diseases. I propose that the Government study very well the possibility of decreeing confinement for public health reasons”, he demanded, to warn that these are cases that can produce “a enormous impact on the population”.
– Feijóo has highlighted that scabies from migrants has now affected the military and police, with many of the deployed reporting infections. “If we have 10,000 people wandering the streets, between the beaches, hills and ravines of Ceuta, without shelter, without care and in unsanitary conditions, it is evident that the risk of infectious diseases is there and that in these cases we have to act in accordance with public health parameters”, he added. {Spanish Health Minister Monica Garcia and Minister of Defence Margarita Robles have tried to blame the scabies cases on the conditions of the barracks security forces are occupying, insisting it is not related to the migrants. This is disputed by the fact that the scabies outbreak is not limited to security personel, the outbreak is also spreading thru the migrants, with hundreds of cases presented to the local health services in recent days. Refs: https://www.democrata.es/en/politics/defense-raises-to-24-the-cases-of-scabies-in-soldiers-from-ceuta-and-denies-link-with-the-arrival-of-immigrants/ & https://www.larazon.es/espana/estos-son-efectos-sarna-que-afectan-militares-inmigrantes-ceuta_202608186a842ad5a046ad6ebcb7e1cc.html }. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-feijoo-reclama-sanchez-decretar-confinamiento-ceuta-riesgo-sanitario-sarna-tuberculosis-20260823100002.html
NERJA
The II Balcón de Europa Fair in Nerja was one of the great gastronomic and musical events of the summer: {Trans, summary}
– More than 5,000 people enjoyed a varied gastronomic offer and a complete musical program starring Falete, Lya and OBK. Source, Spanish & photos credit: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-ii-feria-balcon-de-europa-de-nerja-se-consolida-como-una-de-las-grandes-citas-gastronomicas-y-musicales-del-verano/
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Poster for upcoming Nerja music event “Fiesta de las Cuatro Estaciones” appears to promote cocaine use & gangster culture– not a great reflection on Nerja: {Trans, summary, Editor’s observation}
– Nerja will celebrate on Saturday, August 29, the summer edition of the Fiesta de las Cuatro Estaciones (Feast of the Four Seasons). It takes place at Burriana beach, one of the most emblematic tourist enclaves of the municipality.
– The event, organized by the Department of Youth, in collaboration with the businessmen of Tutti Frutti Square, will offer a night of music, fun and entertainment by the sea, with the performances by Proyecto Mandarina, Grupo Cubano and the Sabrosura Festival. The celebration it will begin at 8:00 p.m. and will last until 3:00 a.m offering neighbors and visitors a new opportunity to enjoy music and the festive atmosphere in one of the most recognized spaces in Nerja.
– {Take note of the shirt the woman in the poster wears, “MIAMI Cocaine-Business Tony Montana”. She is also holding both her hands in the familiar “pistol” position. Not exactly something I would recommend for promoting the image of Nerja, especially when the Nerja Town Hall logo is on that poster. -Ed.}. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/musica-y-diversion-para-celebrar-el-verano-en-nerja-este-sabado-29-en-la-playa-de-burriana/
FRIGILIANA
Frigiliana suspends the fireworks show at the 3 Culturas Festival due to the risk of fires: {Trans, summary}
– The town will once again be filled with history, music, gastronomy and tradition from August 27 to 30 in the XIX Festival 3 Cultures with endless activities for all audiences.
– The opening and closing pyrotechnic shows will be replaced by multimedia shows, maintaining the essence of the festival and without putting the natural environment at risk. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/frigiliana-suspende-el-espectaculo-de-fuegos-artificiales-del-festival-3-culturas-ante-el-riesgo-de-incendios/
ÁRCHEZ
José Luis Escobar warns of a possible illegality in the contracting of external administrative services in Árchez: {Trans, summary}
– The Socialist spokesperson is demanding that the municipal secretary immediately dismiss the private companies that are taking on management tasks at the City Hall.
– The Socialist Municipal Group in the Árchez Town Hall has submitted a formal letter to the Municipal Secretary-Auditor alerting them to alleged administrative irregularities in the outsourcing of management services. Through their spokesperson, José Luis Escobar Pacheco , the group maintains that outsourcing these tasks to fill vacancies created by retirement violates labor regulations and the framework governing public employment.
– Furthermore, the group emphasizes that the assumption of public powers and administrative tasks should be reserved exclusively for civil servants and public employees selected through processes that respect the principles of equality, merit, and ability.
– For all these reasons, the opposition group has formally requested the Secretary-Intervention of the municipality, in its capacity as a nationally certified official, to adopt the necessary measures to halt and immediately end these external contracts, warning of the possible legal or criminal breaches that the continuation of this service could entail. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/jose-luis-escobar-advierte-de-una-posible-ilegalidad-en-la-contratacion-de-servicios-administrativos-externos-en-archez/
SALARES
Music, crafts and gastronomy come together in Salares with the celebration of its 24th Arab-Andalusian Festival: {Trans, summary}
– The municipality will host the 24th edition of the Arab-Andalusian Festival on September 18, 19, and 20. This festive and cultural event, held uninterrupted since 2001, will once again transform the historic center of this town located in the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama Natural Park.
– Over the three days, the town’s central streets will host a market featuring crafts and organic products, along with a program of concerts, art exhibitions, poetry readings, and food tastings. The event aims to recreate traditional ways of life in al-Andalus and foster intercultural exchange by celebrating local history. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/musica-artesania-y-gastronomia-se-citan-en-salares-con-la-celebracion-de-su-xxiv-festival-arabe-andalusi/
ALMUÑÉCAR
Almuñécar is preparing a special operation for the start of La Vuelta 2026 with traffic and parking restrictions: {Trans, summary}
– Almuñécar is preparing to host the start of the 13th stage of the 2026 Vuelta a España cycling race on Friday, September 4th. This major sporting event will place the town at the forefront of the national cycling calendar. Due to this event, the City Council has implemented a series of special traffic measures that will affect mobility from 3:00 PM on Thursday, September 3rd, until 3:00 PM on Friday, September 4th.
– Specifically, the activity of the Blas Infante market will be suspended, as well as the parking and works carried out on public roads in the streets of Puerto de la Cruz; Baracoa, from the intersection with Puerto de la Cruz to the Municipal School of Music; Paseo Blas Infante; Larache, in the parking lots located next to Paseo Blas Infante; Cristóbal Colón and Khan Jounes.
– The start in Almuñécar will also mark a historic moment for the town, which will host La Vuelta for the first time. The 13th stage will begin on the N-340 towards Motril and will take the peloton along a demanding medium-mountain route to Loja. During its 192.8 kilometers, the cyclists will face three categorized climbs: Venta de la Cebada (category 1), Alto del Legionario (category 3), and Puerto de Granada (category 2). Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/almunecar-prepara-el-dispositivo-especial-para-la-salida-de-la-vuelta-2026-con-restricciones-de-trafico-y-estacionamiento/
GRANADA
The seismic series in Granada reaches 1,075 earthquakes in ten days, with 94 felt by the population: {Trans, summary}
– The seismic series of Alhendín (Granada) that has affected Granada and the southern part of its metropolitan area since August 14 has already registered a total of 1,075 earthquakes in these ten days, with 94 of them felt by the population. This is deduced from the report updated by the National Geographic Institute (IGN) this Monday, August 24, in which it is recalled that although the majority of all these earthquakes are of magnitude M 2, there are already twelve those that have been 3 or greater.
– During the last four days, activity has continued with tremors of much smaller magnitude and have decreased in number. Thus, in the last few hours, the most notable has been one of 2.3 – weak and felt by the population, which took place at 9:15 a.m. this Monday, August 24, taking into account that no earthquake had exceeded magnitude 2 in the last three days. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-serie-sismica-granada…
USA
Bessent warns the world to cut financial ties to Iran or face US retaliation; Trump threatens Canada with 50% tarrifs:
– Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent {pic} said Monday that new U.S. secondary sanctions in the pipeline aim to block all potential sources of revenue for Iran, telling nations to cut economic ties to Tehran or face U.S. retaliation.
– Ahead of the announcement, Iran’s currency hit a record low, dropping to 2.02 million to the U.S. dollar as trading opened on currency markets.
– President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian automobiles, car parts and steel starting next year as the trade rift with Ottawa continued to deepen. The announcement comes after trade talks between the otherwise reliable trading partners collapsed last week. Long-planned U.S. tariffs on various Canadian goods went into effect after the talks broke off, and Canada has vowed to retaliate. Full article: https://apnews.com/live/trump-economy-news-updates-08-24-2026
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US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say:
– The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history and would likely face legal challenges.
– Unless challenged or revised, the State Department is expected to announce in the coming weeks the revocation of so-called B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 whose holders have sought asylum or are now seeking asylum, according to State Department documents obtained by The Associated Press and two U.S. officials. The action will be taken in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security.
– In a social media post on Monday, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau called out people who he said try to use tourist and business visas to get into the United States and then apply for asylum. “People in the US and all over the world are fed up with bogus asylum claims,” Landau wrote on X. “Asylum isn’t supposed to be a loophole to circumvent immigration law.” Landau cited the case of a Colombian citizen who came to the U.S. in 2015 on a tourist visa and then applied for asylum.
– The administration has also moved to crack down on so-called birth tourism, a practice the administration claims is used by foreign pregnant women to come to the United States to give birth so that their child will benefit from birthright citizenship. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-rubio-visas-revoke-e9c14fdfd0ada439d2b9d8694e678a46
SPORTS
Tennis News- Alcaraz & Serena Williams to partner for US Open mixed doubles:
– Carlos Alcaraz will partner Serena Williams at the US Open mixed doubles tournament, the USTA announced on Saturday. One of the most star-studded pairings of the event, Alcaraz and Williams are one of three final wild card entires into the mixed doubles draw.
– Alcaraz announced this past week that he will return to singles action at the US Open, marking his first appearance since suffering a right wrist injury in April. Part of his return will be a highly anticipated partnership with 23-time major singles champion Williams. The American WTA star retired in 2022, but this season returned to singles action at Wimbledon, while also competing in three doubles tournaments in the past two months.
– Tommy Paul and Emma Navarro also received a wild card, as did Jakub Mensik and Karolina Muchova. The USTA also announced that Taylor Fritz will team with Jessica Pegula, following withdrawals of their respective teammates. Andrey Rublev and Mirra Andreeva will contest in the qualifying draw as wild cards. Christian Harrison and Peyton Stearns also received a qualifying wild card.
– The mixed doubles main-draw action at Flushing Meadows will take place on Tuesday, 25 August and Wednesday, 26 August. Full article: https://www.atptour.com/en/news/alcaraz-serena-williams-us-open-2026-mixed-doubles
GASTRONOMIA
Little Italy Gastro Fest Torremolinos 2026: Thur & Fri, 27-28 Aug
– The Little Italy Gastro Fest transforms the Plaza Paraíso at the Torremolinos bullring into a bustling Mediterranean plaza. Two unique nights dedicated to the finest traditional Italian cuisine, cocktails, and live music in an exceptional open-air setting. 7pm-1am. Entry €6/8. The festival divides the iconic bullring into four large gastronomic and leisure zones:
– Fresh Pasta Zone: Demonstrations and dishes of pasta made to order with traditional recipes.
– Zona Pizza al Taglio: In the purest Roman style, with fresh ingredients and long-fermented dough.
– Italian Desserts Zone: The essential sweet corner, with artisanal gelato, tiramisu and typical pastries.
– Cocktail and Wine Bar: Selection of Italian wines, the classic Aperol Spritz and exclusive mixed drinks.
– Plus Live Music: Acoustic ambiance and live Italian music throughout the evening to enhance the dining experience.
Info & tix: https://app.zibarit.com/event/e67FOE
SPACE
Viewing the lunar eclipse in Spain on Friday, August 28: {Trans, summary}
– A partial lunar eclipse will take place on Friday, August 28th, which can be enjoyed without eye protection.
– As it is a partial eclipse, the darkness will begin to spread across the Moon until it covers 93% of it.
– However, this process will be considerably slower than what was observed during the solar eclipse. The partial phase will not begin until 4:34 a.m., and it will reach its maximum at 6:12 a.m. This phase will end at 7:52 a.m., although the phenomenon will remain visible until 9:01 a.m. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/sociedad/guia-completa-ver-eclipse-lunar-que-sera-visible-espana-28-agosto-p7m_202608246a8c74557b9bc81c9ed79f0f.html
WEST NILE UPDATES
Andalusia brings Nile virus cases to 52 after detecting a mild case in Huévar (Seville): {Trans, summary}
– Andalusia has raised to 52 the number of human cases of West Nile fever registered so far in 2026 this Monday after a new mild case in Huévar del Aljarafe (Seville) is confirmed. Of the 52 confirmed cases so far, 36 have had mild disease and 16 have developed neuroinvasive disease.
– In parallel, there are currently 26 Andalusian municipalities declared as areas on alert due to the circulation of the West Nile virus. Thus, the latest update has incorporated Huévar and notes the alert has ended in the Fuengirola area in the Las Lagunas de Mijas area (Málaga). Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/sevilla-00357/noticia-andalucia-eleva-52-casos-virus-nilo-detectar-caso-leve-huevar-sevilla-20260824121025.html
SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES
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– Several Malaga province beaches detect box jellyfish, including Rincón de la Victoria and Benajarafe
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/unseen-danger-jellyfish-20260824144426-nt.html
– Ceuta migration crisis political row marks start of Parliament session
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/political-over-handling-20260824123257-nt.html
– Spanish tax opposition triples as youth revolt against Sánchez’s fiscal policy
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/spanish-tax-opposition-triples-youth-revolt-against-20260824160340-nt.html
– The backpacking granny from Granada who’s been to 86 countries and is still travelling {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/years-countries-rucksack-20260824113653-nt.html
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