The DGT confirms the six-monthly ITV (vehicle inspection) for camper vans over 10 years old, but not private cars.
Many media outlets have reported in the past few days that “vehicles over 10 years old will now require vehicle inspections every six months,” which is technically incorrect and has caused alarm among drivers of private cars. It’s important to clarify from the outset: private cars (category M1) do NOT undergo inspections every six months. Their inspection periods have not changed. The change affects only vehicles classified as category N that are used as motorhomes, i.e., camper vans.
While some news outlets posted “new info” saying all 10 year old cars would need inspection every 6 months, this error appears to be an Artificial Intelligence mistake in making a summary article of other articles, while trying to create an eye-catching headline. Sorry for any inconvenience.
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International Knitting in Public Day: The Picasso Museum opens its doors to anyone with crochet and/or knitting needles on Saturday 13 June from 10am to 2pm. The event – in the lovely gardens – celebrates textiles in conjunction with the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition and is an open invitation to sharing artisan creativity. Free entry to the museum, but you need to sign up first via the email educacion@mpicassom.org
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Deep Roads to Flamenco- Malaga: June 11, 24 & 25 The third edition of this annual festival, Hondos Caminos del Flamenco, takes place on three dates in June – Thursday 11, Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 – in the lovely setting of the Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares (Plaza Enrique Herrero in the old quarter of Malaga). All feature singers and musicians from the local flamenco scene. More information and links to buy tickets here: https://www.unientradas.es/es/recinto/MUACP
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Feria de San Antonio 2026 – Alfarnate: Fri&Sat, 12&13 June This fair is the old livestock fair that continues its tradition, where the image of the Virgin of Monsalud, after having spent the month of May in the parish church to celebrate the Marian devotions of that month, is transferred to its hermitage amidst fireworks. Info: https://axarquiacostadelsol.es/evento/feria-de-san-antonio-2026-alfarnate/ & Video Link – Click on video to play, or use this link.
Malaga Municipal Band Concerts: Free, 8pm for all – Sunday 14 June – the band plays opera and Zarzuela (Spanish operetta) tunes – Sunday 28 June – an evening of symphonic music All take place in Malaga at the Patio de las Cadenas, by the main Cathedral entrance on Calle Císter. Seating is provided but as usual, it’s first-come-first served so be there in plenty of time. Video Link
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Cirkorama 2026: Malaga celebrates the art of circus acts with 10 days of free events at the Maria Victoria Atencia Cultural Centre on Calle Ollerías. Events celebrating clowns, dance, theatre and music start on 18 June and continues until 28 June. Free entry but you need a ticket available online. Note that tickets are available from 10am a few days before each event. Info: https://www.centroculturalmva.es/6871/com1_bs-cirkorama/com1_ct-0/com1_fb-0/agenda
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Malaga Puppet Festival: The Eduardo Ocón Auditorium in the Paseo del Parque is the main stage for this festival from 25 to 28 June. The puppet shows are suitable for children from 3 upwards and all performances are free and start at noon. Note that the shows are in Spanish, but puppets are universal, so it should be relatively easy to follow. Thursday 25 June – Puppet Masters Stories Friday 26 June – Long Live Friends! Saturday 27 June – Peneque and the Lost Music Score Sunday 28 June – Pepin and the Ghost
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Noche de San Juan: Malaga celebrates the arrival of summer with a night of partying on the beach on the eve of San Juan, Tuesday 23 June.
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Latest Pharmacy Crackdown– small dose aspirin now requires a prescription!: – Went to the pharmacy to get my monthly box of 100mg aspirin, been doing this for 5 years without issue. Today I am denied, told that low dose aspirin for heart maintenance now requires a prescription. I’m told low-dose aspirin for the heart is risky so a monthly fresh prescription is necessary. However, they will sell me as many boxes as I want of 500mg aspirin (for pain management) without a prescription! I researched it and the pharmacy is correct. Already this year I have encountered the same situation with two other OTC meds, both Enantyum (anti-inflam) and Enalapril (BP) now require prescriptions, although in the case of Enantyum, they will sell you a box of “Brand Name” with 15 pills instead of the normal generic 20 pills, at twice the price. So they expect you to make a Health appointment and waste all that time (in a seriously overburdened system, like they need more unnecessary bookings), or pay a private clinic €20 monthly for refills, all for a €2 box of aspirin. – This is incrementally bringing in a medical system of total control. Soon, with digital euros expected by 2030, you will only be able to buy pharmacy products with a smartphone app, so they can track every pharmacy product you consume, where you bought the items, and how often you do so. I wouldn’t be suprised if pharmacies eventually quit accepting cash. But be assured it’s for your well being and safety. Naythan, Torrox Costa
UGT calls off the truckers’ and bus drivers’ strike after obtaining “written” guarantees on early retirement: {Trans, summary} – The UGT union has definitively called off the indefinite strike by truck and bus drivers after receiving written information from the Ministry of Inclusion, Migration and Social Security regarding the status of the procedure for establishing the reduction coefficients that would allow these professionals to access early retirement. The union also received assurances that applications that have not been resolved within six months are still being processed and have not been rejected. Therefore, the union is calling off the strike, which was initially scheduled to begin this Monday. – With this, UGT considers the situation of “absolute administrative gridlock and uncertainty ” regarding the future of early retirement applications already submitted to be over. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/ugt…
MALAGA PROVINCE
This Monday the Film Festival begins in Malaga (8 thru 11 June) – tickets at €3.50: {Trans} – This Monday, June 8, the first Cinema Festival of 2026 began. Until Thursday, June 11, tickets to see new release films will be priced at 3.5 euros. More than a dozen cinemas in the province are participating in this celebration, spread across Málaga city, Fuengirola, Ronda, Antequera, Vélez-Málaga, Coín, and Rincón de la Victoria. – Previously, users had to register on its website to buy tickets at €3.50. Now tickets can be obtained both on the cinemas’ websites and at their physical box offices. – List of participating cinemas in Málaga Cines Verónica (7 screens) Antequera Cine Pixel (7 screens) Coín MK2 Cinesur Miramar (12 screens) Fuengirola Multicines Alfil (8 screens) Fuengirola MK2 Cinesur Málaga Nostrum (14 screens) Málaga UCC Multicines Rosaleda (11 screens) Málaga Cine Yelmo Plaza Mayor (14 screens) Málaga Cine Yelmo Vialia (13 screens) Málaga Kinepolis La Cañada (8 screens) Marbella Red Dog Banus (7 screens) Marbella Cine Yelmo Rincón de la Victoria (10 screens) Rincón de la Victoria Multicines Ronda (5 screens) Mk2 Cinesur El Ingenio (9 screens) Vélez-Málaga Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/lunes-comienza-fiesta-cine…
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Four golf tournaments to benefit charitable and cancer-fighting organizations in Malaga: {Trans, summary} – Registration is now open for the tenth edition of the Green Solidario, organized by the Real Guadalhorce Golf Club to benefit Nuevo Futuro, the Spanish Association Against Cancer, the Malaga Foundation for Cancer Patients (FMAEC), and the Vicente Ferrer Foundation— four NGOs with a strong presence in Malaga and a well-established reputation. This year’s golf tournaments will be held between July 5th and 25th, using the Best Ball Stableford Pairs format. – Once again, the Real Guadalhorce Golf Club is fully committed to this charitable initiative, which will take place on July 5th (FMAEC), July 12th (Nuevo Futuro), July 18th (Spanish Association Against Cancer), and July 25th (Vicente Ferrer Foundation), demonstrating its commitment and that of its members to four causes that deserve the support of the Malaga community and its institutions. – The goal is to surpass the 900-player mark again by combining participation across all tournaments. To achieve this, Club Guadalhorce is offering its members a pass to play all four tournaments for the price of three. Each individual tournament will cost €35 for members and €80 for non-members. Junior players will be charged €25 per tournament if they are club members and €65 if they are not. All tournaments will be played with the morning tee time at 9:00 AM and the afternoon tee time at 2:30 PM. – Registrations can now be made at the Guadalhorce Club by phone at 952 179 378 and on the website https://guadalhorce.com/green-solidario-malaga/ Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/cuatro-torneos-golf…
MIJAS
The fire in Mijas between two housing developments, which mobilized Infoca, has been brought under control without evacuations: {Trans, summary} – Firefighters brought under control early this morning a fire that broke out on Sunday night in the Malaga municipality of Mijas, between the urbanisations of Pueblo La Campana and La Sierrezuela, without it being necessary to evacuate the residents, the local council reported . – “The firefighting efforts have been successful and the fire is under control. Firefighters are cooling down the area. No evacuations have taken place,” the City Council stated in an Instagram post, adding that the Local Police have checked the safety of the entire area. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/controlado…
MIDDLE EAST
Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now: – Iran and Israel said on Monday they had halted attacks on each other after an appeal from U.S. President Donald Trump that they immediately “stop ‘shooting”, though Tehran said it would resume strikes if Israel continued to hit Hezbollah in Lebanon. However, reports of missile and drone attacks from both sides persist {pic}. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/…
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As 2G & 3G mobile services get phased out, the SOS button in millions of cars, and most older mobiles, will stop working: – The planned shutdown of 2G and 3G mobile networks across Europe could affect around 64 million vehicles equipped with the eCall emergency system. Many cars built between 2018 and 2026 rely on these older networks to automatically contact emergency services after a serious crash. As operators move to 4G and 5G, older vehicles risk losing this potentially life-saving feature unless action is taken. – For car owners, the practical impact may be the need to pay for upgrades that make eCall compatible with newer networks. Another possibility is that countries keep at least one 2G network operating until 2030 to preserve compatibility. – The issue also affects users of older mobile phones that depend on 2G or 3G networks. As these networks are withdrawn, some handsets may lose calling, messaging, or data capabilities, eventually becoming unusable on many networks. Telefónica plans to end 2G and 3G services in 2027 while Orange intends to close 3G in 2027 but keep 2G until 2030. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/actualidad/boton-sos…
HEALTH
World Health Organization (W.H.O.) update on the Ebola outbreak centred in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) this weekend confirmed 534 cases of the disease in the area, including 93 confirmed deaths: – The outbreak, which the W.H.O. identified in May but has conceded could have begun as early as January, was first identified in Ituri province, DRC, and has spread into Uganda. Of the now 534 confirmed cases, 515 of those were documented in DRC and the rest in Uganda. Uganda has documented two of the 92 confirmed deaths and four of the 16 recovery cases. Another 117 people are being monitored as suspected but unconfirmed cases of Ebola. Full article: https://www.breitbart.com/africa/2026/06/08/confirmed-ebola-cases-in-africa-rise-above-500/
RECALLS
Possible presence of aluminum particles in breakfast cereals of the Gran DIA and Golden Bridge brands: {Trans, summary} – PÉTALOS DE TRIGO Y CHOCOLATE Brand: Gran DIA ; Lot number: 31176 Expires: 04/2027 ; Weight: 500g – CHOCO CUPS (packaging varies, may appear different from photos) Brand: Golden Bridge ; Lot number: 32176 Expires: 04/2027 ; Weight: 500g
SPORTS
Tennis News- Spain’s Davidovich Out In Round Of 32 At Stuttgart: {Trans, summary} – Alejandro Davidovich (22nd) suffered an unexpected defeat in the round of 32 of the Stuttgart ATP 250 against Italian Mattia Bellucci (78th), in a match marked by inconsistency, unforced errors, and a worrying lack of competitive consistency. Bellucci won 6-2, 6-7, 6-1. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-deportes/david…
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Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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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 would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards. 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~ June – 24th – Trip to Estepona on Market day and a visit to the Orchid House. Price €25. Entry to the Orchid House is 3€ pp not included. Opening hours are 10.00 to 13.30 hrs and 15.00 to 18.00 hrs July – 3rd – Visit the Victoria Brewery AM, Car Museum PM. Lunch not included. Price 32€pp includes entry to both Museums – 31st – A trip to Benalmadena with a visit to the Butterfly Park AM and the Marina PM August – 15th – Almunecar Fireworks 15€pp September – 1st – Trip to Gibraltar – 25th – A visit to the Zoo in Castellar, Cadiz Province. Price TBC. This rescue center is a private initiative that has been operating since 1998 and opened to the public in 2002 and founded to help animals seized by the authorities. For information call Gail on 626370695 (Whatsapp) email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk
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Festival Guitarra Ciudad de Málaga: 3-12 June 2026 Ten nights. Four unique venues: the Cervantes Theatre, the Alcazaba, the Unicaja María Cristina Foundation Hall, and the Edgar Neville Auditorium. An opening concert with the Malaga Symphony Orchestra and a closing concert with the Philharmonic that brings the series full circle. A must-see for those who already love the guitar, and the perfect excuse to discover it. In Málaga, in June, with the best. Info & tix: https://festivalguitarramalaga.com/
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Iznate Fiestas for San Antonio: Fri-Sun, 12-14 Feb Friday, June 12 12:00 p.m. Bell ringing and fireworks. 9:00 p.m. Novena in honor of Saint Anthony. 11:00 p.m. Musical group RevoluShow. 1:00 a.m. Election of the festival queen and king. 1:30 a.m. Tribute to reggaeton with more flow. Saturday, June 13 9:30 a.m. Diana Floreada accompanied by the Iznate-Benamocarra music band. 12:00 p.m. Mass in honor of Saint Anthony of Padua, accompanied by the Rociero choir of Pura Cepa de Iznate and the Iznate-Benamocarra music band. 6:00 p.m. Ribbon race. 8:30 p.m. Novena in honor of Saint Anthony of Padua. 9:15 p.m. Procession of Saint Anthony accompanied by the Iznate-Benamocarra music band. 11:00 p.m. Monologue by Jesús Piña. 1:00 a.m. Samueliyo Baby. 2:00 a.m. Orquesta Mediterráneo. 6:00 a.m. DJ Kike Rodríguez. Sunday, June 14 5:00 p.m. Afternoon party in the village square. 5:00 p.m. Golden Show group. 9:00 p.m. Closing of the festivities in honor of Saint Anthony of Padua. Note: The organizers reserve the right to change or cancel times and performances.
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Torrox San Antonio XLIX Romeria: Fri-Sun, 12-14 Feb Friday, June 12 9:30 p.m. — Performance by students from the L&L Choir and Dance Academy at Plaza de San Antonio. 10:00 p.m. — Opening of the Youth Zone at the San Antonio fairground, on the San Rafael sugar mill esplanade. 11:00 p.m. — A guateque party with Miguel Botana. Saturday, June 13 12:00 p.m. — Family event with inflatable attractions and water fun. Afternoon — Large hot chocolate gathering organized by the San Roque Women’s Association. Afternoon — Children’s show. Afternoon — Performances by the choirs La Biznaga from the CPA, Musical Almedina, and Las Nieves. Afternoon — Comedy show by Los Quillos. End of the day — Performance by Ascen Núñez and Rubenline. Sunday, June 14 10:30 a.m. — Departure of Saint Anthony from the town center toward the Nuestra Señora de las Nieves district. 11:00 a.m. — Rociero Mass at the Parish of Our Lady of the Incarnation. Arrival of the Saint — Traditional blessing of the bread and a large communal paella. Afternoon — Ribbon race on horseback. Afternoon — Dance performances. Afternoon — Awards ceremony for floats and pilgrims. Afternoon — Return of Saint Anthony to the church. 9:30 p.m. — Main performance by the group Mecamela. 11:00 p.m. — Fireworks display.
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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 Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/ 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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More than a million people gather in Madrid to celebrate a historic Eucharist: {Trans, summary} – The capital of Spain—and Spain itself—experienced a historic day this morning. The urban axis between Cibeles Square and Paseo de la Castellana was transformed into a gigantic open-air temple where more than 1.2 million faithful—7,000 of them from Andalusia—gathered for the Corpus Christi Mass, presided over by Pope Leo XIV. – The massive public response shattered all the organizers’ expectations; in fact, the pressure of the crowd forced security forces to close access three hours earlier than planned, repeating the scenario of the previous day’s youth vigil and leaving thousands of people with digital credentials outside. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/sociedad/millon-… & Video Link
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Train Accident Investigation Moves At Snail’s Pace– The contracts have only now been awarded, still pending final approval, to the two companies that will analyze the Adamuz railway lines: {Trans, summary} – The Railway Accident Investigation Commission (CIAF ) has provisionally awarded contracts to metallurgical laboratories for the analysis of the rails fractured in the Adamuz train accident, where 46 people died and more than 120 were injured on the afternoon of Sunday, January 18. The judicial authority must now assess the “suitability of the award” and “grant its approval for the final contract award.” The selection and contracting process for the laboratories “is in its final stage,” following a meeting of the Contracting Board on May 20. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/adjudican-contratos-empresas-analizara-vias_0_2006967874.html
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Rail Traffic Down After Adamuz Accident: {Trans, summary} – Rail use in Spain decreased sharply in the first quarter of 2026 following a series of serious train accidents and daily incidents. Passenger transport fell by 14.4 percent compared with the previous quarter and by 12 percent year-on-year, resulting in the loss of 21.07 million travellers. This represents the worst figure since the third quarter of 2022. Goods transport performed even worse (see graph), dropping 17.36 percent from the prior quarter and 11.42 percent year-on-year, with 633,864 tonnes lost. – These declines are the most severe in years and exceed even the mobility restrictions seen during the 2020 covid-19 pandemic. The data highlight a significant reduction in overall rail use after the Adamuz and Gelida accidents. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-06-07/el-transporte…
ANDALUCÍA
The Andalusian Parliament will hold the inaugural session of its 13th legislature this coming Thursday, June 11: {Trans, summary} – This session will begin after the regional elections held on May 17, in which the PP-A (People’s Party of Andalusia) repeated its 2022 victory, although it was left with only 53 seats this time, two short of repeating an absolute majority like the one it held in the previous legislature. Therefore, no group starts this new stage of Andalusian autonomy with a sufficient majority on its own. – The People’s Party (PP) has publicly confirmed its intention to contact Vox and begin negotiations following the May 17th elections, as the two parties together would hold an absolute majority in the regional parliament. Furthermore, the two parties have already reached coalition agreements in recent months in the other three regions that have held elections since last December: Extremadura, Aragon, and Castile and León. In all three regions, the PP won the elections but without securing an absolute majority, and subsequently made pacts with Vox to form successful coalitions. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/parlamento…
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The Parliament of Andalusia begins its new legislature on Thursday with a majority of women and 55 first-time members of parliament: {Trans, summary} – The Parliament of Andalusia will inaugurate the 13th Legislature of the autonomous community on Thursday, June 11, with 55 female members out of 109 seats, a female majority not seen in an inaugural session since the 2015 regional elections. Furthermore, the Andalusian Parliament will have 55 “new faces” as a result of the May 17 elections, compared to the members of the previous legislature. – The PSOE-A and Adelante Andalucía, with 15 and five members respectively, are the groups with more women than men in their parliamentary groups. The remaining parties have 26 women in the case of the PP-A , 7 in Vox, and 2 in Por Andalucía. – On the other hand, the People’s Party (PP) will have the most new members of parliament in the next legislature, a total of 22, especially in the province of Málaga, where eight of the party’s nine members are new. The PSOE-A (Socialist Party of Andalusia) has added 17 new faces, including its general secretary, María Jesús Montero. Vox renews six of the party’s deputies, among them the debut of the two top candidates for Córdoba and Granada, Paula Badanelli and Beatriz Sánchez Agustino. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/parlamento-andaluz-estrena-jueves-nueva-legislatura-mayoria-femenina-55-caras-nuevas/202606071031163398229.html
AXARQUÍA
Renewed bus concessions in Andalusia benefit Corumbela, Canillas de Albaida and Vélez-Málaga: {Trans, summary} – Starting this June, the bus company Ruiz y Ávila will officially manage the Corumbela-Málaga, Canillas de Albaida-Málaga, and Canillas de Albaida-Vélez-Málaga routes. – This contract award guarantees substantial improvements to daily service and a reduction in the average age of the vehicle fleet, which will directly impact the comfort and safety of users in the region. The new specifications include additional services on the buses focused on technological modernization, such as USB chargers and Wi-Fi connectivity. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/las-primeras-concesiones-de-autobus…
MALAGA PROVINCE
Driving schools in Malaga are experiencing bottlenecks: almost 18,000 students are waiting to take their practical exam: {Trans, summary} – More than 17,600 students in Malaga, almost 5,000 more than in May 2025, are waiting to take their practical driving test in Malaga. The shortage of examiners is the main cause exacerbating the problem, and the president of the Malaga Provincial Association of Driving Schools ( APAE ), Antonio Martín, describes it as “critical.” Martín confirms that the city currently has only 25 examiners to conduct these types of tests and that nine vacancies remain to be filled. “They’re going to give us two, most likely, by the middle or end of the year,” he adds. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/alumnos…
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Crime is down in Malaga, although cybercrime and rape continue to rise: {Trans, summary} – Crime fell by 1.5 percent in Malaga province during the first quarter of 2026, according to data released by the Ministry of the Interior. A total of 23,294 offences were reported, compared with 23,644 in the same period the previous year. This overall reduction was driven by a 3.6 percent decline in conventional crime, even as cybercrimes rose by 7.2 percent to 5,029 cases and a 25 percent increase in sexual assaults with penetration, reaching 40 reported cases, almost matching the full-year total for 2021. Computer frauds rose 10.8 percent, while vehicle thefts increased by 5 percent to 479 incidents. – By contrast, most other categories showed improvement. Thefts dropped 4.7 percent, all types of robbery declined, drug trafficking fell 23.9 percent, and serious crimes such as homicides and kidnappings also decreased. – Among municipalities with more than 20,000 inhabitants, crime rose in several areas including Alhaurin el Grande and Antequera, but fell in Malaga city, Marbella, Fuengirola, Rincon de la Victoria (-9.4 percent), and others. – Of particular concern, rapes increased 80 percent in the Malaga capital. – The figures present a mixed picture, with gains in traditional crime offset by rises in sexual offences and online fraud. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/criminalidad-baja-malaga-pese-ciberdelitos_0_2006941011.html
TORROX
Socialists Complain About Dirt & Neglect in Torrox: {Trans, summary} – Mari Nieves Ramírez {pic}, the Socialist municipal spokesperson in Torrox, has criticised what she describes as serious neglect and dirt across the town. She says residents, traders and business owners are complaining about overflowing bins, waste build-up, closed underground containers, unmaintained plots and poor cleaning in several areas, and she believes the problem has worsened in recent months. – Ramírez argues that the cleaning service is overstretched because of staff shortages and the failure to replace workers who are off sick, and says this is damaging the town’s image and tourism. The opposition will ask for an extraordinary council meeting to review the cleaning contract, assess waste collection, and consider a special commission on municipal cleaning. The opposition also considers that privatisation of the service has not achieved the expected results, and calls for the immediate introduction of an emergency cleaning plan, reinforcements during periods of higher tourist demand, and an increase in the human and material resources assigned to the service. – It also wants the long-closed local waste drop-off and recycling facility (Clean Point) reopened, a sustainable cleaning plan prepared, pest-control measures introduced, and more staff and equipment deployed, especially during tourist peaks. Ramírez says the service costs more than six million euros a year, yet residents are getting a poor service and paying more than ever. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/denuncian-la-acumulacion…
NERJA
British man stabilized after suffering cardiac arrest on a promenade in Nerja: {Trans, summary} – A British tourist in his fifties was successfully resuscitated this Sunday at midday after suffering a sudden heart attack while walking with his family along the pedestrian path that connects Burriana and Carabeíllo beaches in Nerja. The incident, which occurred around 12:00 pm, caused moments of great tension in one of the busiest areas of the Nerja coastline. According to SUR, the man suddenly collapsed while out for a walk. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/estabilizan-a-un-banista-tras-sufrir-una-parada-cardiaca-en-un-paseo-de-nerja/
ALMUÑÉCAR
Almuñécar puts four stalls in the Municipal Market up for tender: {Trans, summary} – Specifically, the call affects positions P8 and P9, intended for the sale of fish; position P12, intended for the sale of fish or meat; and position C5, which may be dedicated to the sale of meat, fruits and vegetables or various products, excluding fish. – Deputy Mayor Caballero encouraged all entrepreneurs, merchants, and professionals in the food sector interested in participating in this process, reminding them that the deadline for submitting bids will remain open until June 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and that all the necessary documentation can be consulted through the City Council’s official contracting channels. – The concession is processed through an open procedure and contemplates a duration of 30 years, allowing bidders to submit a bid for one or more of the four lots called, in accordance with the conditions established in the specifications. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/almunecar-saca…
SPORTS
Tennis News- Alexander Zverev wins first grand slam after holding off Cobolli in French Open: – Two weeks of nerves and tension across one of the most chaotic men’s grand slam tournaments in recent memory came to an appropriate conclusion as an excruciatingly tense five-set psychodrama ended with Alexander Zverev, the second seed, lifting his first grand slam title by holding off his own demons to close out a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 win over Flavio Cobolli in the French Open final. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jun/07/alexander…
RECALLS
Food alert in Andalusia due to salmonella in chorizo sausages from the La Serrana brand: {Trans, summary} – The General Directorate of Public Health and Pharmaceutical Regulation has issued a food alert due to the presence of salmonella in two varieties of chorizo from the La Serrana brand. – Specifically, the products in question are those known as Herradura chorizo and Rosario chorizo. The warning focuses specifically on batch OTE:200526 of both varieties, which have a best-before date of August 20, 2026. These products are distributed and sold unpackaged, requiring consumers to be extra vigilant in identifying them at home. – These items were distributed in Andalusia, mostly in Seville and Cadiz, but may have reached other Andalusian distributors. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/ciencia-tecnologia/salud/2026-06-05/alerta-alimentaria-en-andalucia-por-salmonela-en-chorizos-de-la-marca-la-serrana-7416091/
NATURE
From Fuengirola to Vietnam: a pheasant born in Malaga will help recover a species on the verge of extinction: {Trans, summary} – Summary (170 words): Bioparc Fuengirola has achieved a notable conservation milestone with a female Edwards’s pheasant, born in its Malaga facilities two years ago, now relocated to Vietnam as part of an international reintroduction project. – After preparation in Germany with other selected birds under the European Endangered Species Programme, the pheasant has entered the first phase of the “Bring Back Blue” initiative. This marks the first time a species bred and protected at the park takes part in wild reintroduction efforts, highlighting decades of collaborative work among zoos and conservation bodies. – The Edwards’s pheasant, native to central Vietnam’s forests, is critically endangered and possibly extinct in the wild for over twenty years due to habitat loss, poaching and war impacts. Selected for genetic and health criteria, these birds will adapt, breed and produce offspring for eventual release, aiming to restore populations and protect habitats while raising local awareness. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/fuengirola-vietnam…
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The Smartphone Generation Is Not Producing Tradesmen– A bricklayer with over 30 years of experience says, “There are more labourers than ever, but they are not skilled.”: {Trans} – The Spanish construction sector has changed substantially in recent decades, marked by the 2008 housing bubble crisis and the current housing problem. Manuel Armando, a bricklayer with over 30 years of experience, has discussed the challenges facing this sector and the need for labour on the podcast Sector Oficios, where he reviewed his professional career and addressed the difficulties in finding qualified workers. – Armando, known on social media as Bricomandy, explains that after the 2008 crisis, he went from working on large construction sites to focusing on renovations. “That’s when my life changed completely, because I started seeing construction in a different way. I also acquired new talents, such as finding leaks,” he recalls. – Regarding the current situation in the sector, the bricklayer admitted that “things are complicated right now. They say there’s no labour. There’s plenty of labour, more than ever, but not qualified labour. Qualified labour is gone.” In his opinion, “people who want to learn and people who want to teach are disappearing. That old dynamic is gone.” – Manuel Armando points out that in the past there were easier ways to start working as an apprentice in the trade, such as the apprenticeship contract. “That was great for learning, because you could afford to have an apprentice, teach them, and not pay a fortune in social security. Now you have to pay the same amount to someone who knows the trade as to someone who doesn’t,” he comments. – He clarifies that “it’s only fair that if you don’t know anything, you earn something in line with what you produce. It’s not about exploiting you, but if you’re just watching and don’t know how to do things, you can’t earn the same as someone who is actually producing.” As an example, he notes that the salary difference between an apprentice and a skilled journeyman is less than 300 euros per month. “There’s almost no difference between a very good professional and someone who is still learning,” he argues. Furthermore, he points out that there are no incentives to encourage hiring young people to learn the trade, so in the end, “you have to pay out of your own pocket to teach them.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/gonzoo/albanil-anos-experiencia…
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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52nd ‘Torre del Cante’ Flamenco Festival: Sat, 20 June, 9pm At the El Portón Estate Juan Carlos I, s/n, 29130 Alhaurín de la Torre With a brilliant lineup of artists headlined by Antonio Reyes, Crespo Zapata, María Terremoto and Reyes Carrasco. Info & tix (€30): https://www.mientrada.net/evento/torre-del-cante-2026/
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Brussels asks Spain to collect more VAT and end the reduced rate for hotels and restaurants: {Trans, summary} – The European Commission believes Spain is relying too heavily on taxing workers through income tax and social security contributions, while not collecting enough through VAT and environmental taxes. One of its main suggestions is to review the reduced 10% VAT rate used by restaurants and hotels. – Brussels argues that these lower VAT rates are expensive for the public finances and mainly benefit people who spend the most on hospitality services. According to Commission figures, reduced VAT rates cost Spain more than €25 billion in tax revenue during 2023, with over €5.5 billion linked to commerce, tourism and small businesses. – Although Spain has stayed out of the EU’s deficit penalty system and has made progress in repaying money received during the banking crisis, the Commission warns that government spending could exceed agreed limits in 2026. – The report also points to several longer-term problems facing Spain, including a shortage of affordable housing, excessive bureaucracy, weak productivity, concerns about the electricity grid and child poverty. To tackle the housing crisis, Brussels wants more homes to be built, planning rules simplified {Say What? It’s the EU’s green-mandates for Agenda 2030 that are introducing many new restrictions on home construction & complicating planning commission procedures more than ever. Hipocresía! -Ed.} and more affordable rental housing made available. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/bruselas-pide-espana-recaudar-mas-iva-acabar-con-tipo-reducido-hoteles-restaurantes_6978675_0.html
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The PP calls for the resignation of the director of the Civil Guard and Marlaska after the ‘Leire case’- “It is a state crime”: – The PP has called for the resignation of Civil Guard Director General Mercedes González and Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska following developments in the Leire case. PP spokesperson Alma Ezcurra {pic} claims that evidence contained in a Civil Guard UCO report shows that former PSOE member Leire Díez met with González and sought action against officers involved in sensitive investigations. Ezcurra argues that the case goes far beyond an isolated controversy and accuses the Government of using state institutions to protect political interests and obstruct investigations. – She also criticised Marlaska, claiming he has failed in his responsibilities and should step down alongside González. Ezcurra repeatedly linked the allegations to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, arguing that all of the reported scandals ultimately lead back to him. – Meanwhile, PP deputy secretary Cuca Gamarra accused Marlaska of misleading the public after previously stating that González had not met with Díez. The Interior Minister rejected the accusations, defending González’s past performance and professionalism. He stated that he was unaware of any attempt to interfere in investigations and would not have tolerated such actions had they occurred. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-pp-pide-dimision-directora-guardia-civil-marlaska-caso-leire-delincuencia-estado-20260604131336.html
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Pedro’s Brother, David Sánchez, Avoids Prosecutors’ Questions in Brief Court Appearance, with explainers: {Trans, summary} – David Sánchez spent just over ten minutes before the court and chose to answer only questions from his own lawyer, avoiding questioning from prosecutors and other parties involved in the case. – The carefully controlled testimony focused on explaining that the Performing Arts Office was not a physical office but an administrative category. Sánchez claimed he had no role in changing his job title, only learned of it after the decision had been made, and received no salary increase as a result. – He also denied influencing the recruitment of his friend Luis Carrero, despite an email appearing to refer to Carrero taking up a position before the appointment process had concluded. Sánchez described this as a misunderstanding and insisted he had no authority over the recruitment process. – Because all questions came from his own defence, the hearing largely consisted of Sánchez presenting his version of events without facing direct challenges from the prosecution. As a result, several key claims, including his lack of involvement in personnel decisions and his explanation of the Carrero email, were not tested under adversarial questioning. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/extremadura/noticia-david-sanchez-declara-oficina-artes-escenica-no-era-despacho-ventanilla-edificio-fisico-20260604103254.html
Explainer 1: What is David Sánchez accused of? – He is being investigated over allegations including: *Possible irregularities in how he was appointed in 2017 to a publicly funded role in the Badajoz provincial administration. *Whether the creation and later restructuring of his post (including the “Office of Performing Arts”) followed proper administrative procedure or was tailored to fit him. *Whether there was any undue influence, favouritism, or misuse of public resources in the design or evolution of his position. *Scrutiny of related appointments and relationships in the same department, including the hiring and role of a colleague, Luis Carrero, are ongoing. *Questions raised by prosecutors about whether administrative changes had genuine institutional justification or were influenced by personal or political connections need answers. – He has denied accusations, and in Spanish procedure the David’s case status is “investigado”, which means a judge is examining whether there is enough evidence to proceed, not that guilt has been established.
Explainer 2: Spanish Law. Many foreigners are surprised to learn that defendants in Spanish criminal cases can choose to answer only questions from their own lawyer while refusing questions from prosecutors. Under Spanish law, an accused person has a strong right against self-incrimination and cannot be forced to answer questions that may harm their defence. As a result, a defendant may remain silent, answer all parties, or answer only selected questions. Critics argue this allows carefully controlled testimony without cross-examination. Supporters say it protects fundamental legal rights. Judges are expected to assess the defendant’s statements alongside documents, witness evidence and other material before reaching conclusions.
ANDALUCÍA
Infoca deploys eight aircraft and more than twenty ground vehicles for a fire declared in Alosno (Huelva): {Trans} – The Andalusian Forest Fire Extinguishing Service (Plan Infoca) has deployed up to eight aircraft and more than twenty ground resources to combat the forest fire declared at 6:50 p.m. this Thursday in the Carril del Cementerio area, in the Huelva municipality of Alosno. – According to Infoca, as reported to Europa Press, the air forces include a heavy helicopter, a medium-heavy helicopter and a light helicopter, in addition to two cargo helicopters on land, two light amphibious helicopters and a coordination helicopter. – As for the ground crew, six groups of forest firefighters, two fire reinforcement brigades, three operations technicians, one fire extinguishing technician and one environmental agent are working in the area. – This operation includes seven fire engines, a water tanker, a mobile meteorology and communications unit, a mobile repeater, and a medical unit for forest fires. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/huelva-00354/noticia-infoca-despliega-ocho-medios-aereos-mas-veintena-terrestres-incendio-declarado-alosno-huelva-20260604205525.html
TORRE DEL MAR
Night of San Juan in Torre del Mar: {Trans, summary} – Torre del Mar will celebrate its 2026 Night of San Juan on 23 June on El Copo beach, with a programme combining free concerts, maritime tradition, popular activities and fireworks. The event will once again bring together residents and visitors for one of the busiest nights in the festive calendar of the Vélez area. – The music programme will feature Raule, a tribute to Manuel Carrasco, and Óliver Gil as the main attractions. These concerts will be joined by the traditional sardine spit roast, the Júas competition, and a fireworks display, one of the most anticipated moments of the night. – Music will begin at around 21:00 with the tribute to Manuel Carrasco, opening the evening programme on El Copo beach. At 22:00, Raule will perform, one of the headline acts of this edition. He will appear in Torre del Mar as part of a programme designed for all audiences and aimed at strengthening the festive atmosphere by the sea. From midnight, around 00:00, the party will continue with Óliver Gil, who will close the musical programme. – In addition to the concerts, traditional elements will be maintained, including a free sardine roast, one of the local highlights of the celebration. A fireworks display will light up the coastline during the early hours of San Juan. – The Júas competition will also take place, focusing on community creativity involving local groups and associations. {A “Júas competition” is a local tradition in parts of Andalucía, especially along the Costa del Sol, linked to the Noche de San Juan celebrations. “Júas” (also called “Judas” figures in some areas) are large, often handmade effigies, usually made of wood, cardboard, cloth, and other materials. They are dressed up to represent people, characters, or sometimes satirical versions of public figures. -Ed.} – A maritime market will run from 20 to 23 June on Paseo de Larios, with stalls, entertainment and activities aimed at visitors and residents. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2026/06/03/noche-san-juan-torre-del-mar-2026-conciertos-raule-oliver-gil-130979421.html
GRANADA
Fishy Festival Food– 100 kilos of food were removed from the Corpus Christi festival in Granada for failing to comply with health and consumer regulations: {Trans, summary} – The Civil Guard in Granada, through officers of the Nature Protection Service (SEPRONA), carried out an inspection operation this Wednesday at various establishments located within the Corpus Christi fairgrounds in Granada. As a result of the inspections conducted by city inspectors, several irregularities were detected, leading to the initiation of eleven administrative proceedings. Consequently, approximately 100 kilograms of food were seized and destroyed due to various violations of health and consumer regulations. – According to a statement released by the Civil Guard, five of the operations were carried out as part of fisheries inspections, resulting in the destruction of 24 kilograms of fishery products, including tuna, squid, and clams, due to irregularities in transport and failure to meet the organoleptic conditions required for their sale and consumption. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-retirados-100-kilos-alimentos-incumplir-normativa-sanitaria-consumo-corpus-granada-20260604163201.html
EUROPE
Slovenia’s parliament approves right-leaning government as Jansa returns as PM for a fourth time: – Slovenia’s parliament on Thursday gave approval for the new government of Prime Minister Janez Jansa {pic}, marking a turn to the right for the small European Union country. Lawmakers backed the new government in a 49-30 vote in the 90-member assembly. – It is Jansa’s fourth term in office. The political veteran is an admirer of U.S. President Donald Trump and was a close ally of former populist Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who was defeated in a landslide election in April. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/slovenia-government-jansa-parliament-bed72b46ed591468865a11dc14c52ebb
FINANCIAL
Dow soars 900 points to all-time high on value stocks as tech shares lag: – The Dow surged more than 900 points on Thursday as investors piled into banks, healthcare and other value stocks while dumping high-flying chipmakers, shrugging off weaker-than-expected economic data and hawkish signals from Federal Reserve officials. – The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.7% to close at 51,561.93. The S&P 500 rose 0.4%, while the Nasdaq Composite finished with a small loss as semiconductor stocks came under heavy pressure. – The blue-chip index notched a fresh intraday record high while the broader market pushed back toward all-time highs despite a sharp selloff in technology shares. Full article: https://nypost.com/2026/06/04/business/dow-soars-900-points-to-all-time-high-while-chipmaker-broadcom-sends-tech-sector-stumbling/
Tennis News- Qualifier Maja Chwalinska makes French Open history after beating Diana Shnaider to enter women’s singles final: – Poland’s Maja Chwalinska made French Open history on Thursday after defeating Diana Shnaider 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 to setup a women’s singles final against Mirra Andreeva. The 24-year-old, ranked 114 in the world, thus becomes the first Qualifier to enter the Roland Garros final in the professional era. – She now faces 19-year-old Russian Andreeva, who beat Marta Kostyuk in straight sets in the other semi-final on Thursday, in the final of the clay-court Grand Slam on Saturday. And should Chwalinska end what has been a dream run in Paris so far with another victory, she will become only the second woman after Emma Raducanu at the 2021 US Open to win a major as a Qualifier in the ‘Open Era’. – The 24-year-old said her run in the French capital was “like a dream”, moments after beating 25th seed Shnaider, who a day before eliminated world number one Aryna Sabalenka. Full article: https://www.firstpost.com/sports/tennis-news/maja-chwalinska-qualifier-french-open-history-diana-shnaider-semi-final-victory-mirra-andreeva-14018988.html
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Football News- France stunned by Ivory Coast in World Cup warmup, Spain held by Iraq: – Guéla Doué scored a goal and set up the winning strike as Ivory Coast surprised France — and Doué’s brother in the French dugout — with a 2-1 victory in a World Cup warmup match Thursday. – Spain — another World Cup favorite — was held 1-1 at home by Iraq in La Coruña. Playing without forwards Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, Spain took a 1-0 lead in the 16th minute on Ferran Torres’ goal. Merchas Doski’s left-footed strike from just outside the box beat goalkeeper Joan Garcia to equalize before the half-hour mark. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/world-cup-warmups-france-spain-1b9f94d5dce74a62ea991fb3fe65821e
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
The UN warns that AI threatens the natural resources of billions of people: {Trans, summary} – A new UN report warns that the rapid growth of artificial intelligence could place enormous pressure on some of the world’s most important natural resources. By 2030, the water used annually by AI-related data centres could equal the basic drinking water needs of 1.3 billion people, while electricity consumption could reach levels comparable to the needs of hundreds of millions of people. The report argues that public discussion focuses too heavily on carbon emissions while overlooking AI’s growing demand for water, land and raw materials. Data centres require huge amounts of electricity and cooling water, and many are located in regions already facing water stress. – Researchers also warn that efficiency improvements may not reduce overall environmental damage. As AI becomes cheaper and more powerful, usage increases, potentially driving even greater consumption of energy and water. – The study highlights additional concerns, including rising electronic waste and the environmental impact of mining critical minerals needed for AI infrastructure. It also notes that the environmental costs are often borne by local communities, while the benefits are enjoyed elsewhere. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/ciencia/laboratorio/noticia-onu-advierte-ia-amenaza-recursos-naturales-miles-millones-personas-20260603160113.html
HANTAVIRUS UPDATES
The first Spaniard infected with hantavirus is discharged from the hospital after several negative PCR tests (of questionable reliability, see note) and days without symptoms: {Trans, summary} – The first Spanish citizen to test positive for hantavirus after being evacuated from the cruise ship affected by the outbreak is now at home. According to sources at the Ministry of Health, the patient was discharged from the hospital this Thursday after testing negative in two separate PCR tests and having been symptom-free for several days. Furthermore, according to the protocol updated this morning by the Public Health Commission, this person is no longer required to quarantine, having recovered from the infection. – The other Spanish patient who tested positive on May 25 will have to remain isolated in the Madrid hospital, as he still had a slight fever this morning, meaning he has not yet reached the “clinical recovery” that, along with a negative test, determines that there is no longer a risk of transmitting the disease. According to the protocol updated this Thursday, positive cases will be discharged after three consecutive days without symptoms compatible with the virus and after two negative results in PCR tests performed on urine and oropharyngeal swabs with a minimum of 48 hours between each one. – {Note: Why are they cutting corners with such critical testing? In clinical practice, blood (serum, plasma, or whole blood) is generally the preferred specimen for PCR. For most patients, serology (IgM and IgG antibody testing on blood) remains the primary diagnostic method, with PCR used mainly for very early infection or strain confirmation. Hantavirus RNA can sometimes be detected in urine, but this is unreliable. Some laboratories accept “swab” or saliva-type specimens, but these are not standard frontline specimens for hantavirus diagnosis. Hantaviruses are not primarily respiratory tract viruses in the way influenza, COVID-19, or RSV are. Therefore, viral loads in the throat may be low or absent. A negative oropharyngeal swab PCR has limited value for ruling out hantavirus infection. Thus, PCR tests are a calculated risk for hantavirus testing, somebody decided it was sufficient, for what, to save the price of a few blood tests!?! I would not have taken that bet. Maybe in a 3rd world country with limited medical testing facilities this would be understandable. But with modern facilities, a few extra blood tests would seem justifiable considering the serious risk involved. -Ed. Ref, Dutch:https://lci.rivm.nl/richtlijnen/orthohantavirusinfectie } Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/primer-espanol-contagiado-hantavirus-recibe-alta-hospitalaria-tras-varias-pcr-negativas-dias-sin-sintomas_6979334_0.html
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker. The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700. Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665626342. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Car Boot Lake La Vinuela: Sunday 7th June Our ever popular market is this Sunday in the car park of El Pantano restaurant from 0900-1300 hours. Directions are as follows: Km 30 on the A356 overlooking the lake with Los Romanos village above. We always have stalls selling good quality secondhand items including items for the house, garden, tools, pet requisites from AAR, clothing etc., so come along and enjoy a relaxing morning out, meeting others, and share a glass or coffee on the terraces with the picturesque lake as background. We look forward to seeing you. For further information please contact Sandra on 633878471 (I am on WhatsApp)
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Lagos celebrates its traditional pilgrimage in honour of the Virgin of Carmen: Sunday, June 7th. The pilgrimage will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a mass at the Lagos chapel. After the mass, which will end at approximately 12:00 noon, the pilgrimage procession will depart around 12:15 p.m. from the fairgrounds. Return to the fairgrounds is expected around 2:00 PM, coinciding with lunchtime. Throughout the day there will be a bar with food and drinks at affordable prices, a musical performance, and an awards ceremony– the program will feature a performance by the group Nanuel & Darío, scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Later, around 5:00 or 5:30 p.m., the awards and recognitions planned as part of this festive day will be presented.
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Dynamix in Concert: Sat, 13 June Benefit for Refugio Reyes in Moclinejo The event starts at 8pm in the square in Moclinejo with drinks, followed by a dinner at about 8:30pm. Dynamix, which consists of my daughter and son-in-law, performs from about 9pm until midnight or as long after as we can get away with. There is a raffle with a good range of prizes. All proceeds go directly to the Refugio Reyes animal shelter. My kids drive all the way from Scotland with their kit, at their own cost. Last year they won awards for best entertainers in Scotland for weddings and corporate events, and are employed for nearly half the year on holiday parks around the UK. Info: 711062977 / 678996929
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Sanchez Gives Up On The 2026 Budget– announces the start this week of the process to prepare the 2027 Budget: {Trans, summary} – The president has already given up on the possibility of approving the Budget this year, despite repeated commitments from his Government, and is now postponing the budget debate to 2027, the last year of the legislature and a decisive year marked by the proximity of the municipal, regional and general elections. “The Government will begin the procedures to present and approve the new General State Budgets for 2027,” Sánchez proclaimed at the Barcelona Economic Circle. – The move is interpreted as a renewed attempt to keep the narrative of the legislature alive despite the Executive’s parliamentary weakness. It is not the first time Sánchez has promised a budget that subsequently fails to materialize. Since the extension of the 2023 budget, the Government has postponed its presentation year after year to avoid a parliamentary defeat that would highlight its lack of support in the Congress of Deputies. In any case, Moncloa is adhering to the standard schedule, which places the budget presentation after the summer. “We expect to launch it in the second half of the year, process it, and bring it to Parliament as soon as possible,” Sánchez maintained. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2026-06-03/sanchez-intenta-desviar-la-atencion-con-los-presupuesto-en-plena-implosion-del-psoe-7414596/
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The UCO concludes that the dirty tricks operation within the PSOE was activated to “protect the interests of the Government or the president”: {Trans, summary} – The Central Operative Unit (UCO) of the Civil Guard concludes that an alleged dirty tricks operation within the PSOE was activated to “protect the interests of the Government or the president”. The network, purportedly led by Santos Cerdán (former number three of the party), operated from 2024 to 2025 with Leire Díez as executive leader. Its principal mission was the defence of the Government and the PSOE, aiming to attack the integrity of judicial proceedings affecting the Government’s circle. – The UCO states that Cerdán {pic, with Sanchez} placed the PSOE’s own structure at the network’s disposal, including premises, personnel, logistics and funding for travel and vehicle hire. The organisation allegedly offered targeted individuals favourable procedural treatment, economic benefits or public jobs in exchange for compromising information on judges, prosecutors and Civil Guard officers. It also allegedly made cash offers to change court statements favourably. – Though it failed to collapse cases such as the Koldo investigation, the UCO highlights the PSOE’s capacity for bribery and influence. Judge Pedraz has ordered searches of PSOE headquarters and related properties. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/uco-concluye-que-trama-cloacas-psoe-se-activo-para-proteger-los-intereses-gobierno-presidente_6978673_0.html
ANDALUCÍA
Negotiations between the PP and Vox in Andalusia will be “imminent” and will be led by Moreno “with an Andalusian focus”: {Trans, summary} – Nearly 20 days after the regional elections were held in Andalusia, and just one week before the constitution of the Parliament of the thirteenth legislature takes place on 11 June, negotiations have still not begun between the PP and Vox regarding the formation of the Chamber’s Bureau first, and then for the investiture of Juanma Moreno {pic}. A necessary step given that the popular leader won the elections comfortably, but without the absolute majority that would have allowed him not to depend on anyone. – The conversations, however, are expected to begin “imminently”, according to statements made this Wednesday by the PP’s Deputy Secretary for Regional and Local Coordination and Electoral Analysis, Elías Bendodo {pic}, in an interview with Canal Sur Radio, where he insisted, in line with what the party has been saying in recent days, that there is still “time”. The conversations, Bendodo also revealed, will be “led” by Moreno himself, and the negotiation, he asserted emphatically, will be “clearly Andalusian in character”. – He stated this precisely on the day that the PP and Vox finally reached a governability agreement in Castilla y León, following the elections of 15 March, which entails Santiago Abascal’s party entering the Executive of Alfonso Fernández Mañueco with the First Vice-Presidency and three ministries. An agreement which, as in Extremadura and Aragon previously, also includes “national priority”. – For the moment, Vox has not clarified whether it will also demand to enter the Regional Government’s administration, where for now they only wish to negotiate policies “and not the seats”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/las-negociaciones-entre-pp-vox-andalucia-seran-inminentes-las-liderara-moreno-clave-andaluza_6978813_0.html
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Eight tonnes of cocaine are intercepted in Almería in a container imported by a company with headquarters in Malaga: {Trans, summary} – Eight tonnes of cocaine have been intercepted in El Ejido (Almeria) in a maritime container from Germany that stopped at the port of Barcelona that was listed as a load of cocoa imported by a fruit company with headquarters in the province of Malaga. The operation, carried out jointly by officials of the Customs Surveillance of the Tax Agency and agents of the German Customs, has resulted in two detainees in El Ejido who have been placed in provisional detention. – Customs documentation indicated that the merchandise consisted of 400 bags of cocoa beans and that the recipient was a company domiciled in Malaga. However, X-ray control made it possible to detect anomalies inside the container. When opening it, the agents did not find the declared cargo, but more than 400 packages wrapped in black aluminum foil. Each one contained about 20 blocks of pressed cocaine, with an approximate total weight of eight tonnes. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/06/03/interceptan-alemania-ocho-toneladas-cocaina-130964163.html
MALAGA PROVINCE
Malaga sleeps at 30 degrees Tuesday night, on its first torrid terral night of the year; Yellow alert Thursday for heat: {Trans, summary} – When the clock struck midnight, the thermometers still marked more than 30 degrees. And they didn’t go down much further from there. This is how it happened last morning in most of the province of Malaga, especially on the coast, between fans, water bottles and air conditioners. Falling asleep has been difficult for most. The heat prevailed in a torrid early morning pushed by the terral, which during the day raised the mercury close to 39 degrees and that, once the sun went down, continued without respite. – The feeling of suffocation of everyone who set foot on the street yesterday is supported by the data : 38.4 degrees in Vélez-Málaga ; 38.2 in Malaga capital and 37.7 in Torremolinos. To name a few. – At midnight, where they had the worst time was in Nerja and Rincón de la Victoria, at 30.6 and 30.2 degrees, respectively, according to data recorded by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet). At the same time, Malaga city arrived with 29.7 degrees, and did not fall below 27 until four in the morning, touching the minimum at seven in the morning, with 25.3 degrees. In the case of Vélez, the minimum was reached at 8:00, when they slightly and fleetingly dropped below 25 degrees. – Thursday the terral returns and the Aemet has already activated a yellow alert for heat, which affects the western Costa del Sol – including the capital – and the Guadalhorce Valley, for temperatures of 36 degrees. The warning will be in force between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m . – On Friday, it will be time for a thermal drop again, “we will return again to the 20 minimum and 30 maximum,” explains the director of the Malaga Meteorological Center, Jesús Riesco. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-duerme-30-grados-noche-torrida-terral_0_2006928043.html
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Eleven million cigarettes seized from a tobacco smuggling network operating from Malaga: {Trans, summary} – In Malaga province, an international tobacco smuggling ring has been dismantled. The operation, led by the Civil Guard, seized eleven million cigarettes and over eight tonnes of loose tobacco, worth around €5,000,000. The criminal network, comprising Eastern European nationals, operated from Malaga with bases in Granada, Cordoba and Valencia. It managed the entire process from raw material receipt to counterfeit cigarette manufacture and global distribution. – Five people were arrested and a sixth is under investigation. Officers uncovered a warehouse in Gójar (Granada) for Polish materials, an illegal factory in Lucena (Cordoba) producing untaxed cigarettes, and a storage site in Benaguacil (Valencia) for export. The group displayed a hierarchical structure and high specialisation. Europol and Polish police assisted the six-month inquiry. Expert reports link the network to a prior 120,000-packet seizure in France, proving the smuggling’s international scale. The seized tobacco represents a serious financial blow to the public treasury. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/incautados-once-millones-cigarrillos-red_0_2006926088.html
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These are all the municipalities in Malaga with a holiday in the month of June: {Trans, summary} – In Malaga province, June brings multiple local holidays and fairs. Key dates include 4 June (Corpus Christi in Yunquera and Cútar), 5 June (Casabermeja), and 11 June (Marbella’s San Bernabé holiday during its fair from 8-14 June). San Antonio is marked on 13 June (Pujerra) and 15 June (Frigiliana, Iznate, Villanueva de la Tapia). San Juan on 24 June is a coastal holiday (Benalmádena, Nerja) plus inland Cuevas Bajas and Humilladero. Finally, Arriate celebrates San Pedro and Corpus Christi on 29 June. These festivals blend religious tradition with local summer fairs across both coastal and inland towns. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/confirmado-municipios-malaga-festivo-junio_0_2006920923.html
TORROX
Torrox mayor demands solutions for migrants sleeping rough: – The mayor of Torrox, Óscar Medina (PP), called on the central government on Monday to “guarantee and ensure the safety and decent living conditions” of vulnerable migrants in the eastern Costa del Sol town. The mayor has issued his appeal following the emergence in recent weeks of makeshift shelters in various public spaces. – Medina warned that “no human being should be forced to spend the night in public spaces in extremely precarious conditions” in Torrox. According to a press release from the town hall people have been found sleeping in reed beds, on beaches and under public infrastructure – areas which, according to the mayor, “are not homes, lack any sanitary facilities and pose a serious risk to their own safety and health”. Full article, English: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/torrox-mayor-demands-solutions-migrants-sleeping-rough-20260602130621-nt.html
ALGARROBO
The Provincial Council inaugurates in Algarrobo the new Social Services Center for 19 municipalities of the Axarquía: {Trans, summary} – The president of the Provincial Council of Malaga, Francisco Salado {pic}, together with the mayor of Algarrobo, Natacha Rivas, inaugurated this Wednesday, June 3, the new centre of Community Social Services of the Axarquía Costa Oriental. Located on Avenida de los Fenicios, 2, in Algarrobo Costa, this space was born as a result of the collaboration between the Provincial Council, the Junta de Andalucía and the city council itself to serve families and vulnerable people from 19 municipalities in the region. – This complex replaces the centre that operated in Torrox, because Torrox has exceeded 20,000 inhabitants and the law stipulates that this provincial service is intended for municipalities below that demographic threshold. – It will be staffed by 23 professionals, including psychologists, social workers, educators and administrators, who will also coordinate the regional programmes in the areas of Equality and Employment. – The municipalities that make up this basic area of action are Algarrobo, Almáchar, Árchez, Arenas, Benamargosa, Benamocarra, El Borge, Canillas de Aceituno, Canillas de Albaida, Cómpeta, Cútar, Frigiliana, Iznate, Macharaviaya, Moclinejo, Salares, Sayalonga, Sedella and Totalán. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/diputacion-inaugura-algarrobo-nuevo-centro_0_2006930226.html
EUROPE
Germany fails to win UN Security Council seat in major diplomatic setback for Merz: – Chancellor Friedrich Merz suffered a humiliating defeat Wednesday after the United Nations General Assembly snubbed Germany and instead awarded Portugal and Austria two non-permanent seats on the Security Council. – German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul attributed the “bitter defeat” in part to Berlin’s support for Israel, which he suggested cost his country key U.N. votes. He added that the outcome would not prevent Germany from continuing “to stand by our historical responsibility” to Israel. – Germany’s defeat not only represents a diplomatic setback, but it is also likely to fuel domestic criticism of an already-unpopular and politically weakened Merz, particularly because the chancellor ran for the office on a promise to restore his country’s leadership role within Europe. Full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/german-fails-to-win-un-security-council-seat-in-major-diplomatic-setback-for-merz/
WORLD
What Have The Globalists At The WEF Been Up To Lately? WEF announces land, energy, water for data centres are ‘non-negotiable prerequisites’ for global AI infrastructure, digital embassies: – The infrastructure for the global digital control grid that was slowly being constructed over the past five years is now in the acceleration and implementation phase. There can be no globally shared AI infrastructure or digital embassies without giving data centers all the land, energy, and water they need, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF). – The plan is to build data centres in host countries that have all the money and resources to do so, and then allow other countries to access the AI infrastructure through what they call “digital embassies,” which grant them “AI sovereignty.” – And when it comes to building AI infrastructure, there are two categories of prerequisites that are “non-negotiable” — technical and institutional, according to the WEF and Bain and Company report, “AI Infrastructure in the Age of Sovereignty: Requirements, Strategies and a Trusted Framework for Digital Embassies.” – On the institutional side, it’s about policy, talent, and financing. – For the technical side, it’s all about feeding data centres with enormous amounts of energy, water, and land — enough to sustain the needs of entire cities — while access to this AI infrastructure will move beyond borders. From there, global digital ID and programmable digital money can be instituted. Full article: https://www.activistpost.com/land-energy-water-for-data-centers-are-non-negotiable-prerequisites-for-global-ai-infrastructure-digital-embassies-wef/
FASHION
Queen Letizia, in a stunning red dress, confirms that the shirt dress is the most comfortable, flattering and versatile dress of the summer: {Trans, summary} – Queen Letizia’s choice of dress, whose designer is still unknown, is a vibrant red design featuring a sash with a large bow, which accentuates her figure. The crossover neckline further enhances the dramatic effect of the dress, and to balance the vertical lines, the design includes a flattering pleated skirt. The sleeves, with a subtle puff detail, also balance the volume of the skirt. To complete the look, the Queen opted for nude sandals with a sensible heel, allowing the dress to take centre stage. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariodesevilla.es/wappissima/tendencias/reina-letizia-rojo-imponente-confirma-vestido-camisero-comodo-favorecedor-versatil-verano_0_2006918370.html
HEALTH
Boy injured by botched colonoscopy waits 10yrs for SAS malpractice payout: {Trans, summary} – The courts of Malaga have sentenced the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) to compensate a minor and his parents with 183,086 euros for the medical assistance considered negligent during a colonoscopy carried out at the Maternal and Children’s Hospital in the capital, which resulted in serious permanent sequelae. – The case dates back to July 2017, when the eight-year-old boy underwent a colonoscopy after going to the hospital for an episode of rectal bleeding. During the test, the child suffered a colon perforation with intestinal rupture and massive accumulation of air in the abdominal cavity, which forced him to undergo two emergency surgeries. Originally the boy won his case, but the hospital won an appeal. Now that appeal has been overturned, 10 years after the damage was done. {Justice delayed is justice denied. -William Ewart Gladstone.} – The child previously suffered from Klippel-Trenaunay disease, a congenital pathology characterized by vascular malformations, which had already required several previous surgical interventions with satisfactory results. According to the lawyer, this history made it necessary to take extreme precautions before subjecting him to a new test. – The judgment states that the colonoscopy was started without having a coagulation test, an aspect that, according to the plaintiff’s argument, was essential given the clinical situation of the minor. – As a result of these events, the child suffers permanent sequelae of great seriousness, including a functional disorder derived from perforation, incontinence with intestinal prolapse and severe anxious symptoms that affect his daily life. The lawyer has pointed out that what should have been a routine diagnostic test ended up becoming a critical situation with lifelong consequences for the minor and his family. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/condenan-sas-malaga-indemnizar-menor-graves-secuelas-colonoscopia_0_2006927248.html
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
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Cool & the Cat in Canillas: Friday 5th June from 8.00pm, playing jazz and blues with lots of dancing music at Posada La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida. Call 952553254 or 609167127 for your table.
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Ventana Abierta Jazz Club Concert- Daniel Cano & The Southern Gang: Fri, 5 June, 8pm Daniel Cano (Trompeta) – Pierre Huarniz (Guitarra) – Eric Kopetz (Contrabajo) – Cote Calmet (Batería) Daniel Cano: Based in Granada after a ten-year stint in the UK (2014-2024), his performances include concerts at London clubs such as Ronnie Scott’s, Vortex Jazz Club, Iklectic, and Cafe Oto; as well as appearances at jazz festivals in Tangier, San Sebastián, Margate, and Seville. He has collaborated with artists such as Doug Sides, Evan Parker, Maggie Nicols, Perico Sambeat, Chris Kase, Jack Hues, Andrea Di Biase, and the London Improvisers Orchestra. Place: Hotel Plaza Cavana, C/ Granada 3, Nerja Price: 20€ Armchair / 15€ Stool Booking: 690073871 / ventana.abierta.acp@gmail.com Web: www.ventana-abierta.es & Video Link
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Corumbela celebrates the 5th edition of the Day of the Country Bread (Día del Pan Cateto): Sunday, June 7th The day will include the free distribution of 300 artisanal loaves of bread, tastings with extra virgin olive oil, musical performances, a market and activities for the whole family. The musical performances will be given by the La Blanca Paloma Choir from Corumbela, the Romeros del Rosario Choir from Canillas de Albaida, and the singer Miguel Botana. In the afternoon, the Amanecer Dance Group from Sayalonga and Corumbela will also perform, followed by Miguel Botana again, and finally, the group Aire Flamenco will close the event. The little ones can enjoy a free bouncy castle. There will be a photo booth with giant loaves of bread. The traditional paella for everyone will have a symbolic cost of one euro, the proceeds of which will go to the Festival Committee. In addition, a free minibus service will be available throughout the day between the bus stop and the festival grounds, located in La Era.
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Almuñécar Hiking Program: Next outing: Sierra Nevada – June 7 – This is a route of approximately 7 hours in duration, of medium difficulty, which will run through the Hoya de la Mora, the Montebajo Ski Lift, the Dílar River, the Chorreras del Molinillo, the Barranco del Misterio, the Lagunillo, the Loma de En Medio, the source of the Dílar River, the Lagunillas de la Virgen, the Collado de las Yeguas and the Virgen de las Nieves, among other points of interest. – The departure is scheduled for 07:30 hours from the “Francisco Bonet” Municipal Sports Stadium, from where the participants will travel by bus to the start of the route. – Registration is now open and can be done in person at the Francisco Bonet Municipal Sports Stadium, from Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, those interested can contact the Sports Department by phone at 958883142 and 673369309
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Impulso Ciudadano denounces to the EU the Government’s harassment of the Judiciary: {Trans} – The constitutionalist organisation Impulso Ciudadano has sent a letter to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and to the Commissioner for Justice, Michael McGrath, to “formally denounce the existence of a sustained and deliberate pattern of public discrediting of the Judiciary by members of the Government of Spain, a pattern which, in accordance with the applicable European standards, seriously compromises judicial independence and citizens’ confidence in the justice system, indispensable pillars of the rule of law”. – The letter informs the European authorities that, since the inauguration of the current Government in December 2023, various members of the Council of Ministers have made a series of public statements aimed at questioning the legitimacy, impartiality and political motivation of judges and magistrates handling cases related to individuals within the Government’s circle. According to the letter, this has been particularly evident following the political agreement signed with the pro-independence party Junts per Catalunya, under which the Executive adopted the narrative of so-called lawfare, or the “judicialisation of politics”. – The letter cites several examples. It states that the documented remarks include criticism of National Court judge García-Castellón by the then vice-president Teresa Ribera, who claimed that the judge had a “tendency to rule in only one direction” and displayed “significant political involvement”. It also refers to statements by the Minister of Justice questioning the impartiality of the investigating judge in the case involving the Prime Minister’s wife, comments by the Prime Minister in television interviews alleging that there are “judges doing politics” who “cause terrible damage to justice”, and the repeated characterisation of judicial proceedings as operations coordinated with the political opposition to destabilise the Government. – Impulso Ciudadano, chaired by Rafael Arenas, places particular emphasis on the latest statements by the Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, regarding the UCO search of the PSOE headquarters on Ferraz Street, ordered by National Court judge Santiago Pedraz, and quotes Puente’s comment in the corridors of Congress: “This speaks very clearly about the purpose and the work that some people are doing to bring down a government, not through an election, not at the ballot box, but through other tricks and other tools.” – According to the constitutionalist organisation, “this characterisation of judicial activity as an anti-democratic instrument, made by a Government minister from within Parliament, constitutes, in the opinion of this association, the most serious expression of an established pattern”. – After highlighting the various breaches of European regulations that the statements described allegedly entail, Impulso Ciudadano asks the European Commission to “include this conduct in the Rule of Law Report on Spain, send a communication to the Government reminding it of its obligations regarding judicial independence, and consider the opening of formal proceedings”. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2026-06-02/impulso-ciudadano-denuncia-ante-la-ue-el-acoso-del-gobierno-al-poder-judicial-7414190/
ANDALUCÍA
The Caminito del Rey will inaugurate the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Spain on June 10th: {Trans, summary} – The Caminito del Rey will add a new attraction to its route starting June 10th with the opening to the public of a 110-meter-long suspension bridge , which will become the longest of its kind in Spain. The infrastructure, financed entirely with funds generated by the Caminito itself, represents an investment of 1.5 million euros and will be officially inaugurated the day before, on June 9th. – The structure is located at the end of the route, before the railway bridge and the El Chorro tunnel. The bridge has a clear width of 1.2 meters, a metal grating floor, and railings made of steel cables and protective mesh. The footbridge reaches a maximum height of 50 meters and is part of a larger project that includes the creation of a 300-meter trail, surveillance systems, fiber optic cabling, a control booth, and environmental improvements. – In addition to becoming a new attraction for visitors, the bridge will provide a safer alternative for the final stretch of the route. This improvement will allow users to avoid approximately one kilometer of descent through a steeper mountain area, although those who wish to do so may continue to use the traditional route. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-caminito-del-rey-estrenara-el-10-de-junio-el-puente-colgante-peatonal-mas-largo-de-espana/
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More Than 140 Andaluz Municipalities Will Permit Wild Rabbit Trapping With Nets, Ferrets & Birds Of Prey; Extend Firearms Hunting Season: {Trans, summary} – The Ministry of Sustainability and Environment of the Andalusian Regional Government has published this Tuesday in the BOJA (Official Gazette of the Andalusian Regional Government) a set of exceptional hunting measures to control the increase in wild rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) populations and avoid or at least limit the damage caused to crops and agricultural facilities located in areas with a high density of wild rabbit. – The resolution, issued by the Directorate General for Forest Policy and Biodiversity, affects a total of 141 municipalities in the provinces of Granada (36), Jaén (34), Málaga (12), and Seville (59). Its purpose is to establish measures to locally reduce wild rabbit populations in specific areas. – Throughout the open season for rabbit hunting in the 2026-2027 season, which runs from August 9 to November 29, 2026, the trapping measures will be applied in hunting grounds in terms of open days, number of hunters per day, quotas, means of capture, etc. – Regarding firearms, the open season is extended from November 30, 2026, to February 28, 2027. – Read the rather long, full article in English at this Google Translate link. Spanish original article source: https://www.larazon.es/andalucia/barra-libre-frenar-danos-conejos-silvestres-mas-140-municipios-andalucia_202606026a1ead807d8b1d3812661e89.html & Video Link
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The leader of Podemos in Andalusia resigns after the failure in the elections: {Trans, summary} – The general coordinator of Podemos Andalucía, Raquel Martínez {pic}, has resigned from her position and regretted not having had “sufficient autonomy” in her task for “everything I committed myself to” when she was elected to lead the party in December 2024. – For its part, the Secretary General of Podemos, Ione Belarra, has affirmed that the party in Andalusia will function normally after the resignation of Raquel Martínez, and has stressed that a new regional leadership will be elected by primaries through primaries to those registered, as is usual in the party. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/andalucia/2026-06-02/dimite-la-lider-de-podemos-en-andalucia-despues-del-fracaso-en-las-elecciones-7414189/
AXARQUÍA
Family accused of creating insecurity in Periana leaves the town: {Trans} – The troublesome family accused of causing a serious public safety crisis in Periana has left the town permanently. Their departure was confirmed following social pressure from residents and actions taken by the town council, according to Eugenio Cabezas of Diario Sur . – This group of people had a long history of complaints against them for robberies, squatting, and threats, a situation that came to a head last weekend after they assaulted a neighbour and her young daughter in a children’s park. The incident sparked a massive demonstration that drew half the town’s population and required the intervention of the Civil Guard due to the high tensions experienced in the community. The departure of this clan has brought calm back to a town that had been demanding institutional solutions for years. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/abandona-periana-la-familia-acusada-de-generar-inseguridad-en-el-municipio/
ALMAYATE
National Police discover an animal breeding facility in Almayate and arrest two people for animal abuse: {Trans, summary} – Officers of the National Police Force from the Velez-Malaga local station have discovered an animal breeding facility and have proceeded to arrest the person responsible for it, as well as an employee, for continuous animal abuse resulting in death, and for animal abuse of a sexual nature through intensive breeding. The veterinarian responsible for the healthcare of these animals was also investigated in connection with these events. – During the search of the property, which lasted three days due to the large number of animals, the officers managed to rescue 300 dogs and cats, which were then protected and cared for by more than ten animal shelters from the province of Málaga. – The owner of the facilities and the person responsible for the business, a 74-year-old man, along with a 40-year-old female worker at the breeding facility, were arrested. The officers also investigated the veterinarian in charge of the healthcare of the animals at the breeding facility, who also gave a statement regarding the events described. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-policia-nacional-descubre-un-criadero-de-animales-en-almayate-y-detiene-a-dos-personas-por-maltrato-animal/
RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA
The City Council opens the process to allocate 37 vacant stalls in the street markets of Rincón de la Victoria and La Cala del Moral: {Trans, summary} – The Rincón de la Victoria Town Hall has opened this Tuesday the call for applications for the awarding of new street vending permits in the municipal markets of Rincón de la Victoria and La Cala del Moral. The call for applications includes the allocation of a total of 37 vacant stalls: 24 at the Rincón de la Victoria market and 13 at the La Cala del Moral market. The permits will be valid for 15 years and will be awarded through a competitive bidding process that guarantees equal opportunities, transparency, and the application of objective evaluation criteria. – The Rincón de la Victoria street market, located in the Camino Viejo de Vélez and Avenida de Cotomar area, has a total of 90 stalls and is held every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year’s market includes 23 stalls of 42 square meters each and one stall of 56 square meters. – The La Cala del Moral street market, located on Avenida Gran Canaria and its surrounding area, is held every Friday and has 49 stalls. This year, 12 stalls of 14 square meters and one of 20 square meters are being offered. – The stalls will be used for the sale of fruits and vegetables, as well as any other activity authorized by the Municipal Ordinance Regulating Street Vending in Rincón de la Victoria. – Those interested may submit their applications until July 1st at the Town Hall’s General Registry Office. Only one permit will be authorized per applicant, and current permit holders are not eligible to participate in this call for applications. The application period will remain open from today, June 2nd, until July 1st, inclusive. The application form and complete terms and conditions can be viewed and downloaded through the online procedures catalog of the municipal electronic office https://sede.rincondelavictoria.es/ – {I couldn’t find this info on their website. For more info call Rincón Town Hall, 952402300} Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento-abre-el-proceso-para-adjudicar-37-puestos-vacantes-en-los-mercadillos-de-rincon-de-la-victoria-y-la-cala-del-moral/
ALMUÑÉCAR
An 80-year-old bather dies on a beach in Almuñécar: {Trans, summary} – An 80-year-old bather died on Tuesday afternoon on the Puerta del Mar beach in the Granada town of Almuñécar, as reported by 112, belonging to the Andalusian Emergency Agency. – The 112 telephone has answered, at around 2:00 p.m., several distress calls alerting of a person who had been pulled out of the sea and to whom other bathers were practising cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) manoeuvrers. From the coordination room, the 061 Health Emergency Center, the Civil Guard and the Local Police have been activated. Despite the efforts of the operatives deployed to the area to revive him, he could not be saved. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/granada/muere-banista-80-anos-playa-almunecar/202606021542242431900.html
EUROPE
EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centres abroad: – The European Union has moved forward with a vast overhaul of its migration policy, aiming to ramp up deportations and ink controversial deals to build detention centres abroad. Rights groups have criticized it, comparing the new regulations to the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration policies. By green-lighting controversial “return hubs” outside the 27-nation EU, the regulation represents the EU’s hardest line on migration so far and has drawn sharp criticism from opponents. – “The new regulation will speed up the return process and increase returns of persons who have no legal right to stay in the EU,” said Nicholas Ioannides, deputy migration minister for Cyprus, which holds the rotating presidency of the 27-nation bloc. The deal was struck between the EU’s three main institutions — the European Commission, the European Council and European Parliament — during a so-called “trilogue” Monday evening. – Dutch lawmaker Malik Azmani, who shepherded the regulation through the European Parliament said, “There is an urgent need for an effective return policy with higher return rates,” adding that only 28% of rejected asylum seekers return to their country of origin, with the majority staying put in the EU. “This situation is deeply concerning. It undermines public confidence in our common migration policies.” Full article: https://apnews.com/article/migration-brussels-deportation-detention-27f04759acf5f9f4df73862c561a609b
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Denmark’s Frederiksen secures third term as prime minister: – Denmark’s Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen said on Monday she has agreed to form a centre-left coalition government, maintaining her grip on power amid a crisis in ties with U.S. President Donald Trump over the future of Greenland. The deal to form a minority cabinet gives Frederiksen a third consecutive term as prime minister, ending months of uncertainty after a March election in which 12 parties won seats in the Danish parliament. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/denmarks-frederiksen-secures-third-term-prime-minister-2026-06-01/
UKRAINE WAR
At least 22 killed in Russian attack, Ukrainian president says new assault possible: – Russia pounded Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles early on Tuesday, killing 22 people and wounding 130, and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Moscow could launch a new assault for the second night in a row. The strikes on cities including Kyiv and Dnipro followed Russian warnings of “systematic” attacks on the capital after a drone attack on a dormitory in Ukraine’s Russian-held region of Luhansk last month. Kyiv denies targeting the dormitory. – Zelenskiy repeated that Ukraine was short of weapons to counter incoming Russian missiles. “Unfortunately, the current level of supplies for our air defence does not enable us to intercept a significant portion of the missiles,” he said. – Zelenskiy said there was evidence Russian forces could strike again on Tuesday night. “According to our intelligence, another large-scale attack may occur tonight,” he said in his nightly video address. “Please, I strongly urge you to pay attention to air raid alerts.” He said more than 70 missiles and 650 drones had been deployed overnight, and Russian forces had deployed 100 more drones throughout the day on Tuesday. – Ukraine’s Air Force said the attack included 33 hard-to-shoot-down ballistic missiles and eight Zircon hypersonic missiles, which appeared to be the largest number of such missiles used at once during the war. – Russian regions also came under attack. The Ilsky oil refinery, in the southern Krasnodar region, caught fire after a drone attack, local authorities said on Telegram. Ukraine’s military confirmed the strike. Russia downed 148 Ukrainian drones overnight, Russian news agencies said, citing the defence ministry. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/large-pillar-smoke-seen-kyiv-after-air-raid-alert-issued-reuters-witness-reports-2026-06-01/
SPANISH ROYALS
Princess Leonor is now a “Paratrooper”– 25 never-before-seen images of her jump: {Trans, summary} – The heiress has completed a course that neither her father nor her grandfather completed during their military training. Princess Leonor has completed the Basic Parachuting Course at the Méndez Parada Military Parachuting School, located at the Alcantarilla Air Base in Murcia. This training complements the military instruction she is currently undertaking at the General Air and Space Academy, as part of the third and final stage of her military preparation. – Last Saturday, the Princess of Asturias herself revealed through her uniform that she was now a “Paratrooper,” wearing the paratrooper badge known as the “rokiski.” But it wasn’t until today that we were able to confirm it, thanks to the images and videos released by Zarzuela Palace. Source, Spanish, with full 25 photo gallery: https://www.libertaddigital.com/defensa/2026-06-02/las-imagenes-del-curso-de-paracaidismo-de-leonor-de-borbon-que-avanzo-el-rokiski-que-lucio-en-el-desfile-del-difas-7413729/ & Video Link
HEALTH
Health Minister Mónica García sets the healthcare system ablaze with her Framework Statute, which she promised last week not to present: {Trans, summary} – The Spanish Government has approved the draft Framework Statute in first round, breaking Health Minister Mónica García’s own promise from last Friday not to bring it to the Council of Ministers this week. This U-turn has sparked outrage across the medical profession. Doctors, residents and professional organisations condemn the reform as stillborn and lacking consensus. – García, whose department authored the bill, failed to appear after the Council to explain it – a fact the medical sector interprets as confirming her waning political influence within the Executive. The Spanish Confederation of Medical Unions called the move “genuine irresponsibility”, noting the Statute ignores demands for better working conditions and leaves doctors subject to excessive hours (70-90 weekly). – Medical interns warn of tougher strikes from September, describing conditions as “more befitting the 19th century”. The Medical Colleges Organisation, previously conciliatory, now rejects the text entirely, stating “without doctors there is no health”. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/sociedad/monica-garcia-incendia-sanidad-antiestatuto-expres_202606026a1f11f991bae05c35ebd5ce.html
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Rincón de la Victoria’s International Caves & Underground World Day: June 6th at the Treasure Cave, FREE Visiting hours will be from 10:30 to 13:00 and from 16:30 to 19:00. Throughout the day, entry to the cave will be free. In addition, two special guided tours have been scheduled, at 12:00 and 17:00, with the aim of introducing locals and visitors to the geological, archaeological, and historical richness of this unique site. Admission will be free, although prior ticket reservations are required and can be made from today through the website [ https://tickets.eulenart.arteyocio.com/tienda/productos ]. Each reservation allows for a maximum of two people to register. For more information, interested parties can contact the Treasure Cave by phone at 952406162 or via email at: gvisitantescuevadeltesoro@eulen.com
Deep Roads to Flamenco- Malaga: June 11, 24 & 25 The third edition of this annual festival, Hondos Caminos del Flamenco, takes place on three dates in June – Thursday 11, Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 – in the lovely setting of the Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares (Plaza Enrique Herrero in the old quarter of Malaga). All feature singers and musicians from the local flamenco scene. More information and links to buy tickets here: https://www.unientradas.es/es/recinto/MUACP
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Feria de San Antonio 2026 – Alfarnate: Fri&Sat, 12&13 June This fair is the old livestock fair that continues its tradition, where the image of the Virgin of Monsalud, after having spent the month of May in the parish church to celebrate the Marian devotions of that month, is transferred to its hermitage amidst fireworks. Info: https://axarquiacostadelsol.es/evento/feria-de-san-antonio-2026-alfarnate/ & Video Link – Click on video to play, or use this link.
Cirkorama 2026: Malaga celebrates the art of circus acts with 10 days of free events at the Maria Victoria Atencia Cultural Centre on Calle Ollerías. Events celebrating clowns, dance, theatre and music start on 18 June and continues until 28 June. Free entry but you need a ticket available online. Note that tickets are available from 10am a few days before each event. Info: https://www.centroculturalmva.es/6871/com1_bs-cirkorama/com1_ct-0/com1_fb-0/agenda
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Electricity and gas return to 21% VAT: {Trans, summary} – Spanish consumers face a significant increase in their energy costs starting today, Monday, June 1, 2026. After months of temporary tax reductions to help mitigate the inflationary crisis, the Value Added Tax (VAT) applied to electricity and natural gas has permanently reverted to its standard rate of 21%. – This withdrawal of tax breaks is not an isolated measure. In the case of electricity, it is compounded by the full reinstatement of the Special Tax on Electricity (IEE), which is being scaled back from the technical minimum of 0.5% to the traditional 5.11%. The combination of these two measures will have an immediate impact on the household budgets of millions of families and businesses. – The final increase in bills will depend on the volume of energy used and the size of the home. According to financial simulations published by the energy supplier Niba, the estimated monthly impact based on consumption profile is divided into three main groups: *Households with low consumption: Small homes or second residences with a base expenditure of €40 before taxes will see their bill rise from €44.22 to €50.87. This represents an additional cost of €6.65 per month. *Households with average consumption: A typical family apartment with a base expenditure of 70 euros will experience an increase from 77.39 euros to 89.03 euros, paying 11.64 euros more per month. *Households with high consumption and businesses: Large properties or small businesses with a base cost of 120 euros will see their bill jump from 132.66 euros to 152.62 euros, which translates to an additional 19.96 euros per month. – One of the biggest concerns for consumer associations lies in the billing method. Electricity and gas companies apply the tax rates in effect at the time the bill is issued, not when the consumption occurs. This means that any bill that arrives to users from today, June 1st, will include a VAT of 21% , retroactively affecting all energy consumed during the month of May, even though the legal tax rate during that period was 10%. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/fin-al-iva/202606010913093395076.html
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The PP accuses Sánchez of launching “an offensive against the very foundations of Spain” and criticizes Puente for speaking of a “coup d’état”: {Trans, summary} – The Secretary General of the PP in Madrid, Alfonso Serrano {pic}, has criticized the Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, for launching “an offensive against the foundations of the State to cover up his corruption,” which he has labelled a “danger to democracy.” This was stated during an event in Aranjuez alongside the town’s mayor, Miguel Gómez Herrero, where he criticized Sánchez for having “made the decision to launch an offensive against judges, prosecutors, police officers and journalists, all in order to save his own corruption and jeopardize the foundations of our state.” **Criticism of Puente for casting “suspicions” against the PP** – The PP’s Deputy Secretary for Sectoral Coordination, Alma Ezcurra {pic}, also spoke to the press this Sunday, highlighting during a visit to the Madrid town of Parla that the Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, has raised “suspicions” that the PP has “privileged information” and that a “coup d’état” is taking place in Spain. “I wish that minister and those members of the Socialist Party strength. They are in the second phase of grief. First comes denial, then anger, and the last of all will be acceptance. The sooner they accept it, the better it will be for everyone,” Ezcurra stated. – She also had words for the Minister of Justice, Félix Bolaños, saying that “he seems to think his ministry is the PSOE’s communications department, and he’s mistaken.” The deputy secretary stated that the PP’s opinion is “that everyone who commits a crime must pay for it, that trials must be fair, and that the judges and courts of this country should not be attacked.” In this regard, she stated that “no one should do it, but particularly not the government.” – Ezcurra also addressed the possibility of a vote of no confidence against the Prime Minister, clarifying that this would have to be answered by “Pedro Sánchez’s investiture partners, who are the ones who brought him to power and who can remove him.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/pp-acusa-sanchez-iniciar-una-ofensiva-contra-los-cimientos-estado-afea-que-puente-hable-golpe-estado_6977292_0.html
ANDALUCÍA
Economic Situation Not As Rosey As Junta President Juanma Moreno Claims– The wage gap between Andalusia and the rest of Spain reaches its highest point ever at 11.68%: {Trans, summary} – The PP’s management of the Andalusian Regional Government is based on the narrative of the “Andalusian economic miracle.” According to the President of the Regional Government of Andalusia, Juanma Moreno, who will soon begin his campaign for reelection, Andalusia is “the region that has created the most jobs,” and his “stability” is resulting in “better working conditions.” – However, the unemployment rate in Andalusia remains among the highest in Spain at 14.7%, compared to the national average of 10.83% during the first quarter of 2026. In terms of quality, the latest Annual Wage Structure Survey published by the INE at the end of May, which includes data from 2024, shows that far from decreasing, the wage gap between Andalusia and the Spanish average has reached its historical maximum: 11.68%. Source, Spanish: https://www.elsaltodiario.com/andalucia/brecha-salarial-andalucia-resto-espana-alcanza-maximo-historico-un-11-68
AXARQUÍA
The terral wind arrives this Tuesday in the Axarquía region with temperatures that could reach 39 degrees: {Trans, summary} – AEMET has issued a yellow weather warning for the Axarquía region this Tuesday, June 2nd, due to maximum temperatures of 37C although “temperatures could reach 39C,” according to the meteorological agency. The warning will be in effect from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM . – The highest temperature in the region is expected in La Viñuela, with a forecast high of 39C, followed by Benamargosa, with 38C. Additionally, 37C are expected in Vélez-Málaga, Benamocarra, Canillas de Aceituno, Almáchar, El Borge, Alcaucín, and Totalán; 36C in Rincón de la Victoria, Algarrobo, Periana, Iznate, and Riogordo; 35C in Comares and Canillas de Albaida; and 34C in Cómpeta and Colmenar. The heat will be somewhat more bearable in parts of the eastern and far north of the Axarquía region, with highs of 33C in Torrox and Frigiliana; 32C in Nerja; and 31C in Alfarnate. – On Wednesday, the hot, dry wind known as the terral, is expected to dissipate in the Axarquía region as sea breezes arrive, bringing a drop in temperatures. Maximum temperatures of between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius are forecast for much of the area, with minimum temperatures between 17 and 21 degrees Celsius. – Temperatures could rise again on Thursday due to a renewed influx of northwesterly winds, although they are not expected to reach the highs forecast for Tuesday. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-terral-llega-este-martes-a-la-axarquia-con-temperaturas-que-podrian-alcanzar-los-39-grados/
MALAGA PROVINCE
Adding Insult To Injury– The three year backlog for disability assessments in Malaga continues: {Trans, summary} – The backlog at the disability assessment centre in Malaga continues, much to the despair of users, many of whom see their cases delayed for more than three years. Those affected insist that these delays cause them to “lose rights,” blocking access to everything from aid and benefits to certain tax breaks, scholarships, job opportunities, and even reserved parking spaces. – The problem is not new, but far from improving, it is getting worse. In fact, sources close to the assessment centre, consulted by this newspaper, warned that the waiting list “is growing.” That said, some cases are given priority, particularly the most serious ones, such as those related to stroke, cancer, or ALS, as well as cases involving minors. But, in general, De Pablos laments that “Malaga is the worst offender in all of Andalusia.” “The data we have shows an average of three years, with some cases even longer,” he states, adding that in the rest of the region it averages around two years. It should be noted that the law sets the maximum time limit at six months. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/atasco-tres-anos-valoracion-discapacidad-malaga_0_2006892868.html
TORROX
“Stiffing the band” – The PSOE of Torrox demands that the mayor Óscar Medina and the councilor for Culture Salvador Escudero pay the cultural groups that have not been paid for two years: {Trans, summary} – The spokesperson for the Socialist Municipal Group in the Torrox City Council, Mari Nieves Ramírez , has demanded an immediate solution from the Popular Party government team for the cultural groups of the municipality who, according to her complaint, have gone nearly two years without receiving the revenue corresponding to the sale of tickets for the performances held in the Villa de Torrox Theater. – “We are talking about residents who dedicate time, effort, and enthusiasm to preparing shows that enrich the cultural life of Torrox. They met all the requirements demanded by the City Council to produce events at the Villa de Torrox Theater, they sold their tickets, and yet, two years later, they still haven’t received the money they are owed,” denounced the Socialist spokesperson. – For Ramírez, this problem reflects a lack of commitment from the local government to Torrox’s cultural associations. “We have a government that likes to be in the spotlight when everything is running smoothly, but when difficulties arise, it turns its back on those who need support and doesn’t seek solutions,” she criticized. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/el-psoe-de-torrox-exige-al-alcalde-oscar-medina-y-al-edil-de-cultura-salvador-escudero-que-paguen-a-los-colectivos-culturales-que-llevan-dos-anos-sin-cobrar/
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
Vélez-Málaga will assume the 40% increase in water charges so that the residents do not see it in their bill, community funds will pay it: {Trans, summary} – The Vélez-Málaga City Council is going to take over in full the 40% increase in the price of water is high to prevent it from reaching the resident’s pockets directly. The measure will involve a municipal economic contribution of approximately 3.5 million euros. The mayor of Vélez-Málaga, Jesús Lupiáñez (PP), has announced this decision and explains that the measure seeks to offer stability and protect families in the face of rising service costs. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2026/06/01/velez-malaga-asume-subida-agua-alta-vecinos-130900828.html
ALMUÑÉCAR
The PSOE denounces the “chaos” of the new market- power outages, broken elevators and lack of ventilation: {Trans, summary} – Only a few months after its long-awaited opening, Almuñécar’s new Municipal Market is facing growing criticism over a series of operational problems that traders say are affecting business and customer access. – Despite costing more than €7 million and taking six years to complete, the market is reportedly struggling with inadequate electrical capacity. According to local Socialist representatives, repeated power cuts and overloaded circuits have disrupted daily trading, affected food refrigeration systems and even prevented some hospitality businesses from opening. At least one restaurant remains unable to begin operations because the building’s electrical infrastructure cannot support its equipment. – Concerns intensified after a power outage lasting almost 30 minutes reportedly disrupted trading at the market, particularly for fishmongers and other fresh food vendors. Traders claim the electrical system lacks the capacity needed to operate refrigeration units, kitchen equipment and air-conditioning systems at the same time. – Other complaints focus on poor ventilation and cooling inside the building. Flower stall operators reportedly have to remove their stock each day to prevent heat damage, raising questions about the suitability of the market’s environmental controls. – Accessibility has also become a source of concern. Critics point to lift failures, the absence of toilets on the main trading level and previously reported issues with external access and stair safety. – Opposition councillors are calling for urgent action to address the building’s electrical, ventilation and accessibility shortcomings, arguing that a major public investment should not be suffering from such fundamental operational problems so soon after opening. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/el-psoe-denuncia-el-caos-del-nuevo-mercado-apagones-ascensores-rotos-y-falta-de-ventilacion/
MIDDLE EAST
Iran halts negotiations with the US over Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, according to Iranian media; US claims Israel will stop advancing in Lebanon: {Trans, summary} – The Iranian negotiating team confirmed on Monday its decision to suspend communication with the US administration through Pakistani mediation, further jeopardizing the ceasefire agreement in the region- which seemed imminent last week. According to state media, the reason is the intensification of the Israeli offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon, where IDF troops continue their ground advance, and specifically the imminent air campaign against the Shiite militia’s stronghold south of Beirut. – Hours earlier, the Speaker of Parliament and leader of the Iranian negotiating team, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, directly blamed the US for the breakdown of the ceasefire, both for maintaining the blockade of Iranian ports and for failing to prevent the intensification of its Israeli ally’s campaign against the most powerful and best-equipped pro-Iranian forces in the Middle East, on Lebanese soil. – However, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had said that the exchange of messages with Washington was ongoing, and President Trump asserted that he was close to “a very good deal” with Tehran. – Furthermore, the US wrote today on social media that it had “a very productive call with Prime Minister ‘Bibi’ Netanyahu of Israel and that no troops will be going to Beirut, and the troops that were en route are already returning.” It also stated that it had a telephone conversation “with Hezbollah” and that “they have agreed to stop firing.” “Israel will not attack them, and they will not attack Israel.” Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/internacional/iran-paraliza-negociaciones-ataques-israel-libano-segun-medio-irani_202606016a1d8dbc91bae05c35ea55ee.html & Video Link
Tennis News- Serena Williams returns to professional tennis at 44 years old after a three-and-a-half-year retirement: – Williams, 44, announced Monday that she has accepted a wild-card invitation to play doubles in next week’s HSBC Championships, a 500-level event held at Queen’s Club in London. – Though a return on grass will raise speculation about Wimbledon, which starts June 28, Williams has yet to announce what other tournaments she will be playing. Full article: https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/48938711/serena-williams-announces-comeback-professional-tennis
TECH
Neither the National Security Council, nor the Attorney General’s Office can protect their most sensitive data from a teenage hacker, yet you are supposed to trust them with your data? SNAFU!: {Trans, summary} – The National Police arrested a person last week in the province of Granada for an alleged crime of revealing secrets for the massive leak of personal data of members of sensitive State institutions. The detainee is a minor and of Spanish nationality, according to sources of the investigation consulted by Europa Press. – The alleged hacker published personal data on various Internet portals relating to members of different sensitive State institutions, including the INCIBE, the Public Prosecutor’s Office, the National Security Council, as well as members of the National Police, the Civil Guard, the Attorney General’s Office, the Ministry of Finance and the Tax Agency. – The operation is still open with the aim of clarifying the possible involvement of other people and completely dismantling the network of profiles involved in this campaign of accusations and threats. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/granada/detenido-menor-filtracion-masiva-datos-miembros-instituciones-sensibles-estado/202606010942232430219.html
HEALTH
The data that Mónica García is hiding about healthcare and immigrants– The Ministry of Health has presented a report that falsely claims to demonstrate that immigrants “use healthcare less” and are “healthier”: {Trans, summary} – Mónica García presented data intended to show that migrants use Spain’s healthcare system less than Spanish-born residents and are generally healthier. Her optimistic view runs counter to the facts. – Overall healthcare usage is almost identical. During the previous year, 92.3% of Spaniards and 90.6% of foreigners used some form of healthcare service. Foreign-born residents showed greater dependence on the public system, with 61.5% relying exclusively on public healthcare compared with 59.3% of Spaniards. They also recorded higher use of some of the most expensive services: public hospital admissions stood at 10.5% among foreigners versus 9.2% among Spaniards, while public emergency department attendance was 43.3% versus 37.2%. Among Latin Americans these figures rose to 11.3% and 44.7% respectively. – The data therefore present a more complex picture than the minister’s headline claims. While Spaniards make greater use of primary care, consume more medicines and suffer more chronic illnesses, foreigners make greater use of emergency departments and hospital admissions and depend more heavily on public healthcare. The presentation emphasised statistics supporting lower migrant healthcare consumption while giving little attention to figures showing higher use of costly hospital and emergency services. Source, Spansih: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-06-01/el-informe-de-sanidad-revela-que-los-inmigrantes-usan-mas-los-servicios-de-urgencias-e-ingresos-hospitalarios-7413486/
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The SAS leaves almost nine out of ten contracts uncovered for family doctors who finish their residency; only 17% of all positions filled: {Trans, summary} – Family Medicine continues to be the great victim in the Andalusian public health system. The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) has offered 1,097 contracts for new specialists in Family and Community Medicine – doctors who have just finished their residency – within the single regional act promoted by the Junta de Andalucía to facilitate their immediate incorporation. However, the first provisional allocation, a document to which El Correo de Andalucía has had access, has only covered 145 places, barely 13% of the total. In other words: almost nine out of ten contracts have been left vacant in the speciality that the Administration itself and the unions place among the most stressed due to the lack of professionals. – This Monday, after the provisional publication of the awards, the UGT Andalusia union released a statement denouncing that only 17% of the places in all positions had been filled in the first call. Of the total number of places offered, 1,715, the SAS has only managed to allocate 286. – “The positions are not being filled because the conditions are not attractive for younger doctors, they want to work in better circumstances and without doing so many on-call shifts,” the delegate of Health of UGT Andalusia, Antonio Macías, told this newspaper. The lack of coverage of places has not only occurred in Family and Community Medicine, but in all specialities. The unions see these figures as a clear warning: neither the need for care nor the volume of places offered are enough to attract new specialists if the wages and working conditions are not competitive. Source, Spanish: https://www.elcorreoweb.es/andalucia/2026/06/01/sas-deja-cubrir-nueve-diez-130900232.html
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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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 would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards. 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~ June – 2nd – Trip to Gib €20pp – 24th – Trip to Estepona on Market day and a visit to the Orchid House. Price €25. Entry to the Orchid House is 3€ pp not included. Opening hours are 10.00 to 13.30 hrs and 15.00 to 18.00 hrs July – 3rd – Visit the Victoria Brewery AM, Car Museum PM. Lunch not included. Price 32€pp includes entry to both Museums – 31st – A trip to Benalmadena with a visit to the Butterfly Park AM and the Marina PM August – 15th – Almunecar Fireworks 15€pp September – 1st – Trip to Gibraltar – 25th – A visit to the Zoo in Castellar, Cadiz Province. Price TBC. This rescue center is a private initiative that has been operating since 1998 and opened to the public in 2002 and founded to help animals seized by the authorities. For information call Gail on 626370695 (Whatsapp) email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk
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Festival Guitarra Ciudad de Málaga: 3-12 June 2026 Ten nights. Four unique venues: the Cervantes Theatre, the Alcazaba, the Unicaja María Cristina Foundation Hall, and the Edgar Neville Auditorium. An opening concert with the Malaga Symphony Orchestra and a closing concert with the Philharmonic that brings the series full circle. A must-see for those who already love the guitar, and the perfect excuse to discover it. In Málaga, in June, with the best. Info & tix: https://festivalguitarramalaga.com/
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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 Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/ 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: 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 – Taking Your Property to the World: – At BluCee Real Estate, we don’t just sell homes in Spain, we take them to an international market. – Over the past few weeks, our team has been travelling across the United States, attending exhibitions in Dallas and Denver, where we connected with motivated buyers actively searching for homes and investment opportunities in Spain. – These exhibitions allow us to showcase our properties directly to a highly targeted audience of serious international buyers, giving our vendors valuable global exposure. – We are now back in Spain and continuing that momentum. – If you are considering selling your property, now is the time to act. Listing with BluCee Real Estate means your property will benefit from international marketing, direct promotion at overseas exhibitions, and access to a wide network of qualified buyers. – Our next event will be A Place in the Sun Live, London, taking place on 8th, 9th and 10th May, where we will once again present our portfolio to thousands of UK buyers looking for property in Spain. – List with BluCee Real Estate and ensure your property reaches a wider, global audience. – Contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve the best possible result. BluCee Real Estate Your property. Our global reach. A free, honest property valuation. No pressure, just professional advice. Email: info@blucee.com Web: www.blucee.com WhatsApp: +34 711 04 27 27 Office: +34 951 55 38 90 Visit us: Calle Timón 11b, Torre del Mar, 29738, Málaga Proud sponsors of DigameXtra, our contact details can be seen everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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Job Vacancy: Job Title: Construction Labourer Location: Velez Malaga and surrounding area We are an established construction company looking for a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our team. This is a hands-on role supporting skilled trades on a variety of construction sites. Key Responsibilities: – Assisting tradespeople on site – Loading and unloading materials – Site preparation and general clean-up – Following health & safety procedures at all times – Other general labouring duties as required Requirements: – Must have own transport – Previous construction or labouring experience preferred (but not essential) – Good work ethic and punctuality – Ability to work as part of a team – Physically fit and able to work outdoors – Preferably Non smoker What We Offer: – Competitive pay (based on experience) – Opportunity to develop skills within the construction industry – Friendly and supportive team environment Please apply by contacting Scott Phone or WhatsApp 622 938 440 Email: scottparkwilson@yahoo.co.uk
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Recommendation:Three Monkeys Cafe, on the Torrox Costa Paseo Maritimo, have expanded their menu, adding some new entrees to their already fine selection of large tapas, racions and mains. I had a very large plate of slow cooked beef ribs, with mixed veg and mash, for €21. Nice stiff G&Ts with Larios for €6. Very satisfied. Other entrees are €9 to €15, so these days it’s a bargain dinner on the beach where personal-size pizzas & hamburgers now often exceed €10. Three monkeys staff provide good service, in English, a welcome suprise considering they were busy. They appear to be one of the few places that resisted the trend to raise prices for high-season. Their grassy terrace, nicer than hot hard concrete, is set back just far enough from the paseo to allow you to enjoy the beach & ocean, but without kids on scooters zooming past your table every few minutes. Naythan, Torrox Costa.
The Pope begins his trip to Spain this week, during which he will travel more than 2,500 kilometres and deliver 12 speeches: {Trans, summary} – Pope Leo XIV will visit four main towns and cities during his apostolic journey to Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The trip begins in Madrid on 6 June with a full programme of events. He then travels to Barcelona on 9 June for liturgical celebrations including Mass at the Sagrada Familia. On 11 June he flies to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, focusing on encounters with migrants. The final stop is Santa Cruz de Tenerife on 12 June, where he will meet migrants and celebrate the concluding Mass before departing for Rome. These four locations form the core of the papal itinerary spanning more than 2,500 kilometres. Source with full schedule of events, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/sociedad/noticia-papa-inicia-semana-viaje-espana-recorrera-mas-2500-kilometros-pronunciara-12-discursos-20260531093249.html
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Smoking is on the rise in Spain: more than a third of the population smokes and vaping continues to rise: {Trans, summary} – On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, the results of the VIII Aegon Health and Lifestyle Study they show that 36.5% of Spaniards smoke, which represents an increase of almost three percentage points compared to the previous year. Furthermore, there is a certain normalization of consumption in some environments and adult generations, especially among people between 26 and 55 years old, where the study detects the highest consumption rates. – Regarding monthly spending on cigarettes, consumption is between 50 and 100 euros for 41.3% of smokers. – Men smoke more than women (38.4% vs. 34.8%), and the the highest prevalence is concentrated between 26 and 40 years of age (43.9%) and those between 41 and 55 years old (43.2%). On the other hand, the habit decreases among young people between 18 and 25 years old (29.5%) and those over 65 years old (23.6%). – Consumption is more frequent between people with employment (43%), with children (40.3%) and among those who receive their state of health as negative (40.1%), which shows the relationship between smoking and other well-being and lifestyle factors. – The study also analyzes the evolution of vaping, which continues to be a minority, but is growing steadily. In 2025, 12.6% of those surveyed admit to vaping, up from less than 10% in 2024, and almost half of the population (49.5%) say they know someone who has replaced tobacco with electronic cigarettes. Despite this, risk perception remains divided: the 55.5% consider that vaping is just as harmful as smoking, 22.5% believe it is even more harmful and 22% perceive it as less harmful. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/salud/guia/2026/05/29/tabaquismo…
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The Government encourages retirees to become self-employed in the face of the Social Security debacle: {Trans, summary} – They call it ‘active ageing’, and although the idea may be beneficial for the delicate health of Social Security, it is still a contradiction to the Government’s own speeches, which ensure that the public pension system is completely sustainable. – The Government has approved a royal decree to further facilitate flexible retirement, allowing pensioners to return to work as employees or, as a new measure, as self-employed workers. This push for retirees to keep contributing aims to generate additional revenue for the system amid record pension spending. However, despite strong overall social security contributions, the public pension accounts show major shortfalls. In 2025 alone, transfers from the State to cover the shortfalls reached 61,342 million euros, with a real deficit of 69,783 million euros and debt of 136,179 million euros. – Experts note that even widespread participation by retirees in self-employment would not resolve the structural problems caused by rising pensioner numbers, higher payouts, low birth rates and inflation-linked increases. The approach highlights an inconsistency between official claims of full sustainability and the urgent need for pensioners to continue working after “retirement”. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-05-31/el-gobierno-anima-a-los-jubilados-a-hacerse-autonomos-ante-la-debacle-en-la-seguridad-social-7410967/
ANDALUCÍA
Fires Ban- June 1st marks the start of the high fire danger season, with restrictions in place to prevent reckless behaviour: {Trans} – From June 1st until October 15th lighting fires for cooking (barbecues) in the campo and forrests will be prohibited due to the high risk of forest fires in Andalucia. This prohibition includes recreational areas, designated areas, and campsites specifically equipped for this purpose. – Similarly, the Andalusian Emergency Agency (EMA) reports that agricultural and forest burning is restricted. Also, the circulation of motor vehicles through forest areas and areas of agricultural and urban lands located less than 400 meters from forest areas is prohibited. Ref: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-ema-informa-de-la-prohibicion…
NERJA
Urbanization works begin on C/ La Colá, in Nerja: {Trans, summary} – The urbanization works on C/ La Colá in Nerja have begun. The project covers the section between the roundabout on Alcalde Antonio Villasclaras Avenue, near the Pueblo Rocío residential area, and C/ Benamocarra, corresponding to phase 3.3 of sector PA-2 of Castillo Alto in the General Urban Development Plan. – The work is related to the installation of the stormwater and sewage systems. The project also includes the construction of sidewalks on both sides of the road, street lighting, conduits for burying the high-voltage power line, road signage, and landscaping. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/comienzan-las-obras…
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
The forest fire in Vélez-Málaga has been stabilized: {Trans, summary} – The Andalusian Forest Fire Extinguishing Service, Plan Infoca, managed to stabilize at 7:20pm on Sunday afternoon, May 31st, a fire that broke out, where one helicopter was mobilized. Plan Infoca has also specified that, on the ground, two groups of forest firefighters and an operations technician have been mobilized. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356…
VIÑUELA
The La Viñuela recreational area debuts new furniture and equipment: {Trans, summary} – The La Viñuela recreational area, next to the reservoir, has completely renewed its appearance after various adaptation and improvement works that the Provincial Council has financed with one million euros. – Specifically, new tables, benches and lampposts have been installed, the green areas have been expanded and the visitor reception area has been refurbished and the furniture of the children’s playground and the dog park has been replaced. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2026/05/31/…
TORRE DEL MAR
Torre del Mar will experience a scheduled water outage in the early hours of Tuesday, June 2nd to Wednesday, June 3rd due to network improvements: {Trans, summary} – The water service interruption will take place during the night and early morning hours to minimize the impact on residents’ daily routines. Specifically, the water shutoff will be in effect from midnight to 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2nd, into Wednesday, June 3rd. This measure will affect the entire town of Torre del Mar, with the exception of the residential areas of El Tomillar and Cerro del Águila, which will maintain normal service. – Given this situation, Aqualia has issued a series of important recommendations for residents to help prevent technical problems in their homes. It is advised to ensure that no taps are left running during the water shut-off to prevent unnecessary water loss or flooding when the pressure returns, and to avoid using appliances such as washing machines or dishwashers. Furthermore, the water company reminds residents that once service is restored, starting at 8:00 a.m., it is highly recommended to let the water run for a few minutes in their homes to flush out any impurities that may have accumulated in the pipes. – The managing entity has apologized for any inconvenience these essential works may cause to the residents of Torre del Mar and reminds them that, to resolve any doubts or issues, users have access to the free Aqualia Contact customer service telephone line (900 81 44 83), which is operational 24 hours a day. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torre-del-mar…
VILLANUEVA DEL TRABUCO
The Fountain of the Hundred Spouts, in Villanueva del Trabuco, is one of the most surprising natural landscapes in Andalusia: {Trans, summary} – Nestled in the mountainous interior of Malaga province near Villanueva del Trabuco, the Fuente de los Cien Caños offers visitors a spectacular natural spring where water bursts intensely from a limestone rock face through 101 separate outlets. Set against the Sierra de San Jorge amid Mediterranean vegetation of holm oaks and pines, this year-round flowing site creates a refreshing microclimate that remains cool even in summer, perfect for relaxation beside the constant soothing sound of cascading water. The accessible area includes prepared viewing spots for contemplation and photography. – Hiking enthusiasts can explore the demanding Ruta de los Caños, a route exceeding ten kilometres that winds through varied terrain towards Granada, or the gentler Ruta de los Cortijos along traditional rural paths, passing farmhouses, cultivated fields and hamlets. The surrounding rural charm, dramatic geology and links to the Guadalhorce River headwaters make it an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking scenic beauty and peaceful walks in a well-preserved ecological setting. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/parece-irreal-lugar-malaga-agua…
📍Visitamos la espectacular fuente de los 100 caños , en el pueblo de Villanueva del Trabuco, en la provincia de Málaga 💚💜 Monumento natural de Andalucía enclavado en la Sierra de San Jorge ⛰️ Su construcción se remonta al año 1985 como respuesta a la bajada del agua por la ladera de la sierra “sin ningún tipo de control”. La construcción está basada en la generación de unos muros de contención y en la creación de los 100 caños. Aunque inicialmente se tenía cierto recelo a esta construcción, a día de hoy es una atracción para numerosos turistas y visitantes. 📹Las imágenes son tomadas del domingo 18/01/2026 #villanuevadeltrabuco#malaga#fuenteciencaños#andalucia#monumentonatural
Romania confirms that the drone that crashed into a building and injured two people is Russian: {Trans, summary} – Romanian President Nicusor Dan announced on Sunday that the drone that injured two people when it crashed into a residential building in the city of Galati early Friday morning was of Russian manufacture, as confirmed “undisputably” and “without ambiguity” by the technical report concluded by investigators. – The investigation has identified the model name in Cyrillic characters. The electronic components, navigation systems, control modules, motor, and structural elements analyzed “show similarities to the point of being identical” to those of other Geran-2 drones previously recovered in Romanian territory and “identified with certainty as manufactured in the Russian Federation.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/rumania…
MIDDLE EAST
Netanyahu orders deeper Israeli incursion into Lebanon to hit Hezbollah: – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle against the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group, he said on Sunday, despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago. The fighting in Lebanon has been the broadest spillover of the Iran war, displacing more than 1.2 million Lebanese through Israeli strikes and evacuation orders since March 2, when Hezbollah began firing rockets and drones into Israel to back its ally Iran. The military on Sunday issued an evacuation warning for residents south of the Zaharani. – Throughout Sunday, the Israeli military conducted more than 40 strikes across southern Lebanon, according to Lebanese security sources and state news. The advance into Beaufort Castle has granted Israeli troops a vantage point over much of southern Lebanon and northern Israel. It was the first time Israel had held the site since May 2000, when Israel withdrew its troops from southern Lebanon after 18 years. Defence Minister Israel Katz said soldiers will retain Beaufort as part of Israel’s security zone in southern Lebanon. “The campaign is not over yet,” he said. “We are all determined to crush Hezbollah’s power.” – The latest operation, the military said, was focused on establishing control of the Beaufort Ridge and the Wadi al-Saluki area, while degrading the capabilities of Hezbollah’s militants and its infrastructure on the ridge established under Iranian direction. One Israeli soldier was killed, the military said. There were no immediate comments from Lebanon or from Hezbollah. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-troops-capture…
TECH
How to turn your old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender to fix dead spots at home: – The process is free, easy to set up, and doesn’t use mobile data, while helping you avoid upgrading to a mesh network to extend your wifi coverage. – It extends coverage, but may result in slower speeds than connecting directly to your router. Full article with detailed instructions: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-turn-android-phone-into-wifi-extender-for-free/
HEALTH
A trial in Barcelona identifies a treatment that doubles the survival rate of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer: {Trans, summary} – A phase III clinical trial involving Barcelona’s Hospital Clínic has shown that daraxonrasib doubles overall survival in patients with metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who had received prior treatments. Patients on the drug achieved median survival of 13.2 months versus 6.7 months with standard chemotherapy. Presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology congress and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the treatment targets KRAS gene mutations present in over 90 percent of pancreatic tumours. – This oral tablet blocks mutated RAS variants and halts tumour growth signals. Oncologist Teresa Macarulla described it as capable of changing the therapeutic landscape for this aggressive cancer. It is already available in the United States under FDA breakthrough designation but may take one and a half to two years for European approval. Future research will explore earlier use, combinations with chemotherapy and applications in other KRAS-related cancers such as colon and lung. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/salud/un-ensayo-identifica-un-tratamiento…
FINANCIAL
The Euribor registers its highest level in 20 months and will leave increases in Malaga mortgages of 900 euros per year: {Tranjs, summary} – In the province of Malaga, the Euribor rise to 2.8 percent will produce clear increases for variable-rate mortgages revised annually. The average mortgage signed a year ago in Malaga reaches 210,000 euros. For a standard 25-year loan with Euribor plus one percent differential, monthly payments will rise by around 78 euros. The monthly instalment will increase from 1,004 euros to 1,082 euros. Simulations for loan amounts between 150,000 and 300,000 euros indicate yearly rises ranging from 680 to 1,340 euros, with larger loans experiencing higher absolute increases. This represents the largest year-on-year jump since December 2023 and stems from geopolitical tensions and resulting inflation pressures that have pushed the index higher. The change particularly affects Malaga families with annual revisions. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/05/31/repunte-euribor…
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Sánchez will not appear before Congress to “report” on the PSOE’s corruption cases until the end of June: {Trans, summary} – Pedro Sánchez has requested an appearance before the Spanish Congress to address corruption investigations linked to his government and the PSOE, but the session will not take place until after 19 June, following the European Council meeting. Critics and coalition partners had already demanded explanations, increasing pressure on the Prime Minister. – The delay means Sánchez will avoid facing Congress before former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero appears before the National Court over alleged influence peddling and money laundering charges. The PSOE headquarters, and the homes of a few PSOE officials, were searched Wednesday as part of investigations into an alleged scheme to interfere with judicial cases affecting the government and party. – Coalition partners including Podemos, ERC and BNG demand accountability, while some parties such as Podemos and the PNV suggested the legislature may already be effectively finished. PP and Vox meanwhile criticised Sánchez’s allies for not forcing his resignation, leaving Sánchez politically isolated ahead of his eventual parliamentary appearance. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez…
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Spain’s Supreme Court Allows Challenges to Mass Immigrant Regularisation Scheme, but not ready to halt the program yet; court split on some challenges: {Trans, summary} – Spain’s Supreme Court has agreed to hear challenges against the Government’s extraordinary immigrant regularisation programme, while refusing requests to suspend it immediately. The court accepted Vox’s legal standing, arguing the measure could indirectly affect Spain’s electoral register and political representation in future, although it acknowledged that newly regularised immigrants would not gain voting rights automatically and would still face years before possible naturalisation. – The court rejected precautionary suspension requests from Vox and the Community of Madrid, ruling that no irreversible harm or obvious illegality had been proven. Madrid had argued that regularising more than half a million undocumented immigrants could place major pressure on housing, healthcare, education and social services. – The ruling also exposed judicial division. Two conservative judges issued a dissenting opinion claiming the decree may conflict with the incoming European Pact on Migration and Asylum, especially regarding migrants with active expulsion orders. Critics described the measure as resembling an “administrative amnesty” that could undermine enforcement of immigration sanctions and European return procedures. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/supremo-asegura-que-regularizacion-inmigrantes-puede-afectar-censo-representacion-politica-espana_6976437_0.html
ANDALUCÍA
Doñana National Park Fire Controlled: {Trans, summary} – The fire declared in Doñana National Park could be officially declared extinguished and fully contained within the next few hours, according to the acting Andalusian Minister for Health, Presidency and Emergencies, Antonio Sanz. Speaking in Jaén, Sanz explained that the fire “is in the final containment and extinguishing phase” with cooling operations under way and that the objective is “to declare it extinguished imminently”. The emergency plan director also recalled the difficulties firefighting teams encountered in tackling the blaze because of access problems in both the marshlands and the dunes, as well as the strong prevailing winds. – According to SEO/BirdLife, based on the most up-to-date available information, the fire may have devastated around 400 hectares of landscape characteristic of Doñana, including juniper groves, pine forests and the interdunal valleys known as “corrales”. The fire affected numerous Habitats of Community Interest, including stone pine forests, scrubland and coastal dunes, which are associated with many threatened plant species, several of them at the end of their reproductive cycle, potentially creating an additional problem for their natural regeneration. In the affected area, the presence of coastal juniper woodland stands out, one of the most important in Europe, along with the clavelina flower. Source, Spanish: https://www.canalsur.es/noticias/andalucia/incendio-donana…
MALAGA PROVINCE
Málaga Loses €1 Billion Chip Investment Due to Electricity Shortage: {Trans, summary} – Málaga has lost a proposed €1 billion investment from Diamond Foundry, a US synthetic diamond chip materials company backed by Leonardo DiCaprio, because the province could not provide enough electrical capacity. The company wanted five megawatts to begin operations at Málaga TechPark but was only offered one, leading it to choose Zaragoza instead. TechPark director Felipe Romera warned that new companies are currently limited to a maximum of one megawatt, calling energy shortages Málaga’s biggest problem. – The issue is also delaying housing developments, including protected housing projects, because developers are being told there is no available power capacity. Construction industry representatives say electrical infrastructure is not scaled to current demand and that refusals for new connections have increased since early 2026. – Business leaders and local officials argue saturated electrical nodes across Málaga and much of Andalucía are now threatening investment, housing construction, jobs and wider economic growth. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/fracaso-instalar-pta-multinacional…
TORROX
Torrox Costa brings together the European elite of beach handball at the Diego Carrasco Cup: {Trans, summary} – Torrox Costa will host the fifth summer edition of the Diego Carrasco Beach Handball Cup from this Friday until Sunday, an international tournament that will bring together more than 80 national and international teams on the sand courts of Ferrara Beach and will once again make the municipality one of the great European benchmarks for beach handball. Features the participation of national teams and clubs from Italy, Czech Republic, Portugal, United Kingdom, Poland, and Denmark. – The Ferrara venue, a top-level facility with a capacity for over 1,000 spectators, will continue to host major competitions in the coming months. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-deportes/torrox-costa…
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
Vélez-Málaga asserts its connection with Don Quixote at the 1st Cervantes Conference: {Trans, summary} – The Department of Culture of the Vélez-Málaga City Council has organized the 1st Cervantes Day in the City of Vélez-Málaga, an initiative designed to highlight the close historical relationship between Miguel de Cervantes and the capital of the Axarquía region. This connection was immortalized by the author himself in the pages of his masterpiece, Don Quixote, following his stay in the town at the end of the 16th century due to his work as a tax collector. – The Councillor for Culture, Alicia Ramírez, emphasized that the goal is to establish the Casa Cervantes as a permanent cultural centre dedicated to the Spanish Golden Age. It’s worth noting that the municipality has been a member of the Network of Cervantine Cities since 2023. – The commemorative event will take place next Saturday, June 6th, and will be divided into two free sessions. Registration is now open at the Culture Department or by calling 667389530. – The program will begin at 11:00 AM in Plaza de las Carmelitas with a guided, dramatized tour of places frequented by the writer, such as the Pósito (municipal granary) and the Beniel Palace. The project director, Eduardo Roberto, revealed that the major new feature will be access to the San Francisco Convent, where the friars will recount Cervantes’ time as a Franciscan tertiary. The tour will also include actors who will recreate the era and even stage a sword duel. – The grand finale will take place at 7:00 p.m., in the courtyard of the Casa Cervantes with the performance Florilegio. This artistic offering will bring together sixteen performers who will recreate texts by Quevedo, Góngora, and forgotten female poets of the period, all accompanied live by the music of the Renaissance flute consort “Piacere di flauti”. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/velez-malaga/velez-malaga…
MIDDLE EAST
Netanyahu orders Israeli troops to seize 70% of the Gaza Strip: – Benjamin Netanyahu has said he has given orders to the Israeli army to seize control of 70% of the Gaza Strip in a move that threatens to torpedo an already fragile ceasefire and create catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the already devastated territory. – Under the US-brokered ceasefire in October, the Israeli army withdrew to a demarcation line which gave Israel direct control of 53% of the occupied territory. Since then, Israeli forces have steadily advanced their positions westward into the Hamas-controlled half of the strip, and declared an ever-expanded no man’s land west of that, within which they claim the right to decide who can enter and open fire on anyone perceived as a threat. – The Israeli prime minister said: “We are currently squeezing Hamas. We now control 60% of the territory in the strip. You know, we were at 50, we moved to 60. My directive is to move to 70%.” The defence minister, Israel Katz, said on Wednesday that the government’s ultimate aim was for large numbers of Palestinians to leave Gaza by what he called “voluntary migration” but what human rights activists describe as a long-term plan for ethnic cleansing by making living conditions inside Gaza intolerable. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/28/netanyahu-…
Tennis News- Sinner says ‘I just kind of hit the wall’– World No. 1 explains physical issues he suffered during Roland Garros defeat: – Jannik Sinner went from the brink of second-round victory to a shock exit on Thursday at Roland Garros, where the No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings struggled physically in a five-set defeat to Juan Manuel Cerundolo. – Speaking at his post-match press conference after his 6-2, 6-2, 5-7, 1-6, 1-6 loss, Sinner explained the issues he was having on court on a hot day at the clay major in Paris. The Italian was just a game from victory at 5-1 in the third set, but was unable to get over the line as Argentine World No. 56 Cerundolo secured a dramatic turnaround victory. – “I didn’t feel very well on court, but it can happen,” Sinner reflected. “I was in a good spot, also third set. I couldn’t serve it out. Then struggled quite a bit. But also congrats to him. I don’t want to take anything away from him. He played a very solid match, especially also in the end, and that’s the sport.” Full article: https://www.atptour.com/en/news/sinner-roland-garros-2026-r2-reaction
TECH
DuckDuckGo Installs Surge 30% as Users Reject Google’s AI Search: – Google announced its biggest Search upgrade in 25 years, but few seem impressed by its new AI features. Since the event, users have been flocking to DuckDuckGo, a rival search engine that lets them disable AI features altogether. – “People aren’t just complaining about Google’s AI search overhaul; they’re leaving,” DuckDuckGo tweeted on Tuesday. “Yesterday alone, our week-over-week installs surged 30% in the US. Momentum is growing. It’s time to Fire Google.” – According to data shared with Tom’s Guide, DuckDuckGo’s app installs increased by an average of 18.1% week-over-week between May 20 and May 25 in the US. The installs were significantly higher on iOS devices, averaging 33% week-over-week with a peak of nearly 70% on May 25. – “Google is force-feeding AI with no way to opt out. As a result, their results are getting worse, not better,” DuckDuckGo founder and CEO Gabriel Weinberg tells Paul Thurrott. “We want to be the place that puts users in charge and allows them to decide how much or how little AI they want. That’s why we’re seeing a spike in people coming to DuckDuckGo this week.” – DuckDuckGo’s No AI website, which by design avoids AI features, has also seen a surge in visitors. Users increased by 22.7% week-on-week, with a peak growth of 27.7% observed on May 24. – DuckDuckGo does have its own AI features, such as a duck.ai chatbot for back-and-forth conversations and a Search Assistant for an AI Overviews-like summary for your search. However, you can easily disable them from the app or website’s settings. It also gives you the option to hide AI-generated images from search results. – Google, on the other hand, has been pushing down organic results and promoting AI Overviews and AI Mode in Search. In a survey published by DuckDuckGo earlier this year, 90% of respondents said they didn’t want AI in search. Full article: https://tech.yahoo.com/ai/articles/duckduckgo-sees-surge-installs-google-140902762.html
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New Life Church – Sunday Service: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us on Sundays at 11.00am. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards. – Prayer Meeting: You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship. – Jesus said: “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. (John 14:6) Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, 29780. Directions: Click Here Email: info@nlcnerja.com Website: www.nlcnerja.com ; Facebook
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker. The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700. Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665626342. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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Vélez-Málaga’s Manga, Video Games and Alternative Culture Fair: Saturday, May 30th, C/ Canalejas 11:00 to 20:00, with free access to an area that will feature video games, workshops, a new Asian-themed zone, Pokemon skill games, Kpop and Cosplay, an area for artists & guests, and merchandising booths.
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Portovelis Universal Market, Vélez-Málaga: Sat, 30 May 12:00 to 20:00. A wide range of products and goods, serving the food, outlet, and crafts sectors. Portovelis will feature three distinct areas: art and crafts, an outlet section, and food, with a performance by María Oliva starting at 6:30 PM.
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The cost of electricity will increase by 30% in summer without depending on a pact in Iran: {Trans, summary} – Electricity prices in Europe are set to rise sharply this summer, with Tempos Energia warning of a 30 percent increase even if the United States and Iran reach a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Any agreement would not bring immediate relief, as LNG shipments would not reach Europe before August. Gas storage remains low at 37 percent, and injections are well below average, keeping prices elevated. Current expectations place summer electricity between €82 and €86 per MWh and gas between €42 and €46. – If the peace pact succeeds, August arrivals of Qatari LNG could push autumn gas down to €38 to €42 and electricity to €78 to €85. If it fails, Iran would retain control of the strait, and gas could jump to €55 to €63, with electricity exceeding €90. Tempos Energia expects autumn to be the most expensive quarter on record. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/sociedad/coste-luz…
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More socialists indicted– The National Court has charged the PSOE manager, Ana Fuentes from Malaga, in the Leire Diez case: {Trans, summary} – National Court Judge Santiago Pedraz has agreed to indict the PSOE manager, Ana María Fuentes {pic}, from Malaga, and the former PSOE Organization Secretary Santos Cerdán, in the case in which he is already investigating the former socialist militant Leire Díez and he is also looking into whether there was a plot to destabilize judicial cases about the party. – According to legal sources who spoke to Europa Press on Wednesday, the investigating magistrate has taken this step because he is investigating, among other things, whether the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party) paid the alleged network that sought sensitive information against judges, prosecutors, and members of the security forces involved in court cases affecting the socialists. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/audiencia-nacional-imputa-gerente-psoe_0_2006868021.html
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The Central Operative Unit of the Spanish Civil Guard (UCO) raids the PSOE headquarters and officials homes to collect information on payments to Leire Díez: {Trans, summary} – The UCO carried out an operation on Wednesday to demand documentation on payments to Leire Diez {pic}, a former PSOE member linked to an ongoing investigation led by Judge Santiago Pedraz. Agents entered the party headquarters in Ferraz, Madrid, and also visited the Madrid office of former Andalusian vice president Gaspar Zarrías. Homes linked to former PSOE organisation secretary Santos Cerdan and businessman Javier Perez Dolset were also inspected. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/espana/uco-entra-sede-psoe-busca_0_2006866397.html
ANDALUCÍA
Junta calls for a change of government in Spain “that cleans things up””We cannot rise up only after scandal.”: {Trans, summary} – The entry of the Central Operational Unit (UCO) of the Civil Guard into the national headquarters of the PSOE to gather information on possible payments to a structure that acted against judges and prosecutors in the legal proceedings that affected this party and that has led to the indictment, among others, of the former Andalusian vice-president Gaspar Zarrías. This, in turn, has crept into the press conference of the Andalusian Government at the end of the meeting of its Governing Council Wednesday. – The acting Minister of Economy and spokesperson for the Andalusian Government, Carolina España {pic}, has called for “a change of government that cleans house,” arguing that “the country cannot function if everything is driven by scandals.” She believes that the political situation in Spain “can only get worse,” but until the moment arrives when Spaniards “express themselves at the ballot box,” she urged the Government to “provide explanations.” She then focused her demands particularly on the Secretary General of the Andalusian PSOE, María Jesús Montero, questioning “what she knows about all this,” given that “she is number two at Ferraz” (the PSOE headquarters), as Deputy Secretary General of the Federal Executive Committee. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/junta-pide-cambio-gobierno-espana_0_2006869955.html
AXARQUÍA
Extensive operation by the Civil Guard against money laundering in the Axarquía region and Almuñécar: {Trans} – The Civil Guard has been conducting a large-scale operation since early Wednesday morning against alleged money laundering in various municipalities in the Axarquía region and in the Granada town of Almuñécar. The operation, coordinated by the Vélez-Málaga office, is focused on suspected activities related to the real estate sector and other businesses, as reported by Eugenio Cabezas in the newspaper SUR. – The operation has included searches of law firms, tax and labor consultancies, homes, commercial premises, and various other establishments, as confirmed to SUR by sources at the Málaga Command. – One of the municipalities where the police deployment has been most visible is Nerja. Civil Guard officers, supported by canine units and plainclothes personnel, have been active in central streets such as Pintada, San Miguel, and Antonio Millón, generating interest among residents, tourists, and business owners for much of the morning. – The operation is also underway in other parts of the region and in Almuñécar, a town closely linked to the Axarquía due to its residential, tourist, and economic activity. So far, eight searches have been carried out, although the investigation remains open and the number of detainees and the amount of money potentially linked to the alleged money laundering have not been officially confirmed. It is also unknown whether cash, documents, or computer equipment were seized during the raids. The initial lines of investigation point to a possible network dedicated to introducing funds of illicit origin into the legal circuit through real estate transactions and business dealings, according to the same sources. – The Civil Guard is continuing its investigation and does not rule out further actions in the coming hours, while the analysis of the documentation and material seized in the various searches carried out in both the Axarquía region and Almuñécar continues. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/amplio-operativo-de-la-guardia-civil…
TORROX
Ramírez: “The PP rejects the Socialist proposal in Torrox to allocate public land for affordable housing”: {Trans, summary} – The Socialists brought two initiatives to the Plenary session focused on housing and the rehabilitation of homeowners’ associations, both of which were rejected by the PP. – Regarding the housing proposal, Mari Nieves Ramírez {pic}, spokesperson for the Socialist Municipal Group in the Torrox City Council, expressed her regret over the mayor’s statements, in which he claimed that “there is no housing problem in Torrox because we are a municipality of smallholdings.” “The reality faced by young people, families, and workers in Torrox has nothing to do with the Popular Party’s rhetoric. Access to decent and affordable housing is currently one of the municipality’s main problems.” Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/ramirez-el-pp…
CÓMPETA
An investigator claims that the man who disappeared in Cómpeta was dismembered: {Trans} – The disappearance of a Lithuanian resident of Cómpeta has taken another turn in the legal proceedings with the imprisonment of a married couple allegedly linked to the case, bringing the total number of those incarcerated to three. According to Eugenio Cabezas in DiarioSUR, the decision was made by the Torrox court, which is investigating the events that occurred in August of last year and which now point to a possible homicide. – The key to this turn of events lies in the statement of another of the suspects, a 39-year-old man, who maintains that he was held against his will for several days and that the missing man was murdered and subsequently dismembered. This testimony has revived the case and led to the man, who was arrested months ago, and his wife being re-arrested. – The man, who has been missing since August 15, 2025, lived in a rural house in the Romaila area, where an argument allegedly took place with those now under investigation, the reasons for which are still being clarified. The Civil Guard continues its efforts to locate the body and determine what really happened in a case that remains under investigation and has caused considerable concern in the municipality. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/un-investigado-asegura…
ÁRCHEZ
Árchez kicks off June with the Cultural Week designed with activities for all audiences: {Trans, summary} – Monday 1 to Saturday 6 June. – Árchez’s Cultural Week will begin on Monday the 1st at 11:00 a.m. with the opening of the 8th Exhibition of Spanish Traditions in the Town Hall’s Plenary Hall. It will be open to the public until Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., there will be a Mindfulness Yoga Workshop for children aged 5 to 11 in the Clara Campoamor Cultural Hall. – On Tuesday, June 2nd at 11:00 AM, Piccolo Teatro de La Toscana will perform ‘Adoro la mia vita’. Wednesday will be the 11th Children’s Day, beginning at 6:30 PM with a parade and the La Carpa Teatro show ‘Plaza de la Alegría’. There will also be free rides and surprises for children on Avenida de Andalucía. – The ninth annual Residents’ Day will be celebrated on Thursday, June 4th. It will kick off at 8:00 PM with a performance by the cover band ’80ERS’. Free beer and wine will be distributed, and a market will be set up with a variety of food. “That day, we’ll have international cuisine in honor of the high percentage – between 20 and 25 percent – of foreign residents who live in our small town of 400 inhabitants,” Moreno stated, citing, among other nationalities, British, French, German, Dutch, Finnish, and Colombian. – Friday, June 5th, will be Senior Citizens’ Day, the eleventh edition of which will begin at 7:00 p.m. with an afternoon snack accompanied by music from the Árchez Choir. An hour later, the 3rd Rociero Choir Gathering will begin, featuring choirs from Comares, Cútar, and Árchez. Following this, the Christian David Callejón Dance Group from Nerja will perform. At 10:00 p.m., the Antídoto Quartet will take the stage. – On Saturday the 6th, this Axarquía town celebrates Corpus Christi Day with a mass featuring the Árchez Choir. In the evening, starting at 11:30 p.m., a popular open-air dance will begin with music by the Cruzero Orchestra and a performance by the comedian El Morta. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/archez-arranca-junio-con-la-semana-cultural-disenada-con-actividades-para-todos-los-publicos/
ALCAUCÍN
Water crisis in Alcaucín over- Health authorities declare water safe for consumption again: {Trans, summary} – Residents of Alcaucín supplied by the El Cerro reservoir can finally turn on their taps again with complete peace of mind. The town council has issued an official statement announcing that the Territorial Delegation of Health and Consumer Affairs in Málaga has officially certified the water in the network as safe for human consumption. – The health authority’s resolution confirms that water quality has been fully restored throughout the distribution network serving the Venta Baja and Puente Don Manuel areas. With the re-establishment of optimal quality standards, the City Council has decreed that the alternative supply of bottled water is suspended effective immediately, May 27, 2026. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/crisis-agua-alcaucin…
ALMUÑÉCAR
Granada prepares for Monaco-Granada La Vuelta 2026 – it chooses Almuñécar as the starting point for its decisive stages in the province: {Trans, summary} – Running from 22 August to 13 September 2026, La Vuelta 26 will be made up of 21 stages and will cover a total distance of 3,275 kilometres. Info on routes will be updated closer to the event. – Stage 1 (intermediate) Start: Almunecar ; Finish: Loja – Stage 2 (penultimate, decisive) Start: Castle of La Calahorra ; Finish: Collado del Alguacil Route: Jerez del Marquesado, Guadix, Puerto de Blancares, Pinos Genil, Guejar Sierra, Sierra Nevada Elevation gain: over 5,000 metres – Stage 3 (final stage) Route: Metropolitan municipalities of Granada Finish: Near the Alhambra in Granada city Vuelta Website: https://www.lavuelta.es/en/overall-route Full article, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/granada-se-prepara-para-la-vuelta…
UKRAINE WAR
Russian Army announces advances with the capture of two towns in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia: {Trans, summary} – The Russian Ministry of Defense briefly reported that its troops have taken control of Granov, in the Kharkiv region, and Vozdvizhevka, in the Zaporizhzhia region . They offered no further details, and authorities in Kyiv have not commented on the current situation on the ground. – Over the past few months, Russia has made significant progress within Ukraine, primarily in the east of the country. Furthermore, it has advanced into the territories of Kharkiv, Sumi, and Dnipropetrovsk, continuing its occupation of the Crimean Peninsula. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/mundo/ejercito-ruso-anuncia…
GASTRONOMIA
XVII Benalmádena Seafood Fair, Thurs-Sun, 28-31 May: – Location is Adolfo Suárez Square. – Dishes fresh seafood for just 7 euros. This is what offers one of the most anticipated gastronomic events on the Costa del Sol, the XVII Benalmádena Seafood Fair, which will bring a wide culinary offer, live music and a family atmosphere to the Malaga municipality from this Thursday to Sunday. – Thus, at this Seafood Fair you can taste everything from cooked shrimp, seafood salpicón, clams and razor clams, to paella or fideuá from 7 euros per serving. *Programme* – Thursday at 8:00 p.m. with a performance by Kalima. – Friday, the Lavender performance will be held from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Saturday, the group Eighties will perform from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. – Sunday two DJ sessions will be held at 3:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. The closing of the fair will be carried out from the band Eighties and different guest artists with a great final party on Sunday from 7:00 p.m. – For those who have to attend the event in your own vehicle, the organization advises park in the Pueblosol parking lot, under Plaza Adolfo Suárez, available from 7:00 a.m. to midnight for one euro. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/05/27/ciudad-costa…
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily: The direct link to the old familiar chart page no longer works. Here is the new way to access it. This link takes you to the map version. https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)
Weekly Markets Monday: Torrox Costa Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria. Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Phone numbers for emergencies Emergency Services.: 112 National Police: 091 Guardia Civil: 062 Ambulance: 061 Fire Station (Bomberos): 080 Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police Torrox: 952 539 828 Nerja: 952 521 545 Frigiliana: 952 533 126 Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
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