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Upcoming Holidays: Local Fiesta Day In Torrox: Wednesday, 5 August 2026
– DigameXtra & many Torrox businesses will close for the day– No DigameXtra issue Wed, 5 Aug.
– Also, an upcoming National Holiday: Sat, 15 Aug, Asunción de la Virgen
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PHOENIX CLUB
Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
*Trips/Events*
~All trips/events include a driver’s gratuity~
August
– 15th Almunecar Fireworks 15€pp
September
– 1st – Trip to Gibraltar €25pp
– 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 wild animals seized by the authorities.
October
– 6th – Trip to Gibraltar €25pp
– 19th-20th Overnight train trip from Algeciras to Bobadilla. Coming soon…Mr Hendersons Railway – In the 1890’s, a railway was built by the Algeciras (Gibraltar) Railway Company Ltd between Algeciras and Ronda and Bobadilla where it connected with the existing Cordoba to Malaga line to give access to Madrid and Europe. Nowadays the train journey from Algeciras makes a lovely day trip through stunning scenery and historic sites. As well as the novelty of spotting British Victorian railway memorabilia the route passes the beautiful Genal valley, in a place where there is no road access.
For information call Gail on 626370695 (Whatsapp) email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk
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Feria de Zapata 2026- Alhaurín de la Torre:
Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August
– Friday 31 July – Opening of the Feria, procession, entertainment and evening celebrations.
– Saturday 1 August – Zapata Gastronomic Festival, cooking competition, free paella and callos tastings, live entertainment.
– Sunday 2 August – Closing day with religious events, competitions, family activities and the final evening celebrations.
Official programme: https://www.alhaurindelatorre.com/la-feria-de-zapata…
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Sedella- Fiestas for Virgen de la Esperanza:
Fri-Sun, 31 July – 2 Aug
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Benamargosa Feria 2026:
Fri-Sun, 31 July – 2 Aug
– Friday 31 July: Official opening of the feria and switching on of the lights.
King África live in concert.
Dance performances.
Election of the Feria Queen, King and Veteran Couple.
Orchestra and DJ until late.
– Saturday 1 August
Children’s water attractions during the afternoon.
Canelita live in concert.
Orchestra and DJs.
– Sunday 2 August
Feria de Día with live entertainment.
Horse riding and traditional ribbon race.
Children’s activities.
Las Carlotas live in concert.
Fireworks to close the feria.
– Other activities over the three days include:
Fairground attractions.
Day and night feria.
Live orchestras.
Children’s entertainment.
Food and drink in the official marquee and throughout the village. Source, spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/benamargosa-celebrara-su-feria-2026-del-31-de-julio-al-2-de-agosto-con-king-africa-canelita-las-carlotas-y-un-amplio-programa-de-actividades/
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Tendencias Festival- Salobreña: Thurs-Fri, 30-31 July
Auditorio Villa de Salobreña José Martín Recuerda
2 nights of concerts
– Thurs, 30th. Flamenco show with El Niño de Elche. 10pm
https://www.entradas.com/city/salobrena-482/venue/…
– Fri, 31st. Wim Mertens, Flemish Belgian composer, countertenor vocalist, pianist, guitarist, and musicologist.
https://www.entradas.com/event/wim-mertens…
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Torre de Benagalbón will celebrate its fair Fri-Sun, July 31 to August 2, with a new location:
Torre de Benagalbón Fair, a full range of cultural, musical, gastronomic and children’s activities designed for the enjoyment of residents and visitors. The main novelty of this year’s event will be the change of location for the fairgrounds, a measure that will allow the program of activities to be concentrated in one place.
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Dreambeach Costa del Sol Fest- Velez Malaga:
Fri & Sat, 31 July & 1 Aug
Info & tix: https://www.dreambeach.es/
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Summer Nights 2026- Rincón de la Victoria:
Municipal Auditorium of Rincón de la Victoria
August 7: Alameda.
August 8: Samuel G + Samuelillo Baby + Julio Benavente.
September 4: Alba Dreid and Wasabi Cru.
September 5: Surprise performance.
September 11: Q Gain and Música de Ambiente – 90’s Party.
Info & tix: https://www.malagaentradas.com/?entradas=noches-de-verano-de-rincon-de-la-victoria&provincia=m%C3%A1laga&cpro=29&eid=3267
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Vélez-Málaga
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Latest AEMET Weather Alerts & Advisories For Andalucia: https://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?k=and
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ARCHGROVE TRANSPORT SERVICES
Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and Cambridgeshire.
We are part of the ADH Storage and Transportation company and as such have storage available in Competa and Puente Don Manuel. Very reasonable rates.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
Our services include:
-Regular runs between UK and Spain
-Transport of personal property from full house moves to small single items
-Man & Van services
-Packing, including supply of packing materials
-UK Home shopping with UK delivery address
-Storage of property and vehicles in Spain
If we can be of service please contact Gail. We are on Facebook and always available to chat through your needs and provide a free no obligation quote if required.
UK: 0044 7846672013
Spain: 0034 951 066 093
Email: archgroveservices@gmail.com ; FB Link
Our contact info is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday.
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SPW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
Water Deposit Installations: Due to the ongoing drought and current water restrictions SPW Construction are currently offering the following service.
– Supply and installation of new above or below ground water deposits. 1000 litres up to 25000 litres. Delivered and installed, all relevant plumbing. All work warrantied.
– We can also advise you or help to organise water deliveries from local suppliers.
Selling Your House? SPW Construction can offer you a bespoke package to prepare your house for sale.
Through our extensive relationships with Agents, buyers and sellers we understand what is required to present your home to potential purchasers.
Interior & Exterior decoration / Replacement bathrooms and Kitchens
Pool Reforms / Garden tidy
DAFO Compliance, septic tanks, solar installations, etc.
Roof checks / Damp proofing
For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622938440
or email: scottparkwilson AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk
Scott/Arenas. Home Page and FB-Link
Our contact info is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday.
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REDWELL INFRARED HEATING SYSTEMS
Redwell Infrared Heaters for Inside
Manufacturer warranty 10 years
ONLY products from Germany and Austria
Product Range:
– Wall and ceiling infrared heaters
Mirror, Pictures, Glass, white & color
– Mobile Heaters, free standing on wheels
– Under table Heaters
– Analog & Digital Controlling Systems, Thermostats Systems
– LED Light Frames, 2 year warranty
For 20 years we have supported clients in Spain with the highest quality Infrared Heating Systems available on the market.
Request information without any obligation.
Location:
Axarquia Service-Center, Postbox 028
Dipl.-Ing. Svend Scharler
29793 Torrox Park, Malaga
E-mail: sscharler@gmx.de Web: https://redwell.com/
Office: 952539742 ; Mobil: 606423869. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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HANNINGTONS KITCHENS & BATHROOMS
Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivalled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes:
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
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
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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BUY / SELL / TRADE / RENT / WANTED
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How to post more photos than the rules allow – use collages. The limit is one pic per item/event. You can combine several of your photos into a
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Are you still dealing with scammers on Fakebook Marketplace?
Sell your items here, to locals, for cash, without the shenanigans.
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BLUCEE REAL ESTATE
EXCITING NEWS FROM BLUCEE REAL ESTATE:
Our Rincón de la Victoria office is now open to the public.
We would also like to introduce Lies Adriaenssen, who is our front-of-house receptionist and is available to assist you in Spanish, English and Dutch.
Our Torre del Mar office is open as usual, where Alicia Wright will be be happy to help you in English and Spanish.
Whether you are thinking of buying or selling a property, or need a Lobster Mobile SIM or landline, we are here to help.
Thinking of selling? We’d be delighted to provide a free, honest valuation of your property.
Email: info@blucee.com
Website: www.blucee.com
WhatsApp: +34 711 04 27 27
Office (Torre del Mar): +34 951 55 38 90
Office (Rincón de la Victoria): +34 851 800 641
Visit us at:
Calle Timón 11B, Torre del Mar, 29740, Málaga
or
Calle Sierra Almijara 5, Rincón de la Victoria, 29730, Málaga
BluCee Real Estate – Helping You Sell with Confidence.
Proud sponsors of DigameXtra – look out for our contact details every day in the Sponsors’ Section.
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AXARQUIA SILVER & GOLD TRADE
Axarquia Silver & Gold Trade– Unique Handcrafted Coin Rings & Much More:
***Services Offered***
– Buying all kind of Silver and Gold:
Silver coins and Gold coins, bullions and bars.
Jewellery and cutlery (no collector prices!).
– Selling handcrafted Coin Rings and Jewellery: Handcrafted rings, made from silver or gold.
There are many options possible– I will handcraft your individual silver or gold ring. Choose, for example: a coin from your year of birth; a custom present for a friend; choose a JFK ½ Dollar coin; or a $1 Dollar coin from 1921 is available. I have silver from Spain; 100 Pesetas coins from 1966 for something special; and many more. You can get it shiny or black or a mix. I look forward to creating something very special for you. You want big sizes for men? No problem!
– General Metals Markets Information:
I am trading now more than 10 years in physical silver and gold. If you are interested, make an appointment.
– Make an appointment by mail or phone.
Mail: sscharler@gmx.de
Call Svend Scharler: +34-606423869
I have my office and meeting point at the Axarquia Service Centre, local 101, 29793 Torrox Park. We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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For Sale: Winchester tea set, in perfect condition. 40 euros. Contact Stuart, Algarrobo. Tel 665190121.
Email: stuart burnett 53 at g mail dot com
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For Sale: Military Books
I have a collection of military books for sale at a bargain price of €5 for the lot. I can’t bear to dispose of them in the bins!
Please contact Gail, Sayalonga on 626370695. Happy to meet at Lidl Algarrobo Costa
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NEWS & ARTICLES
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{ Translations by www.DeepL.com/Translator }
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SPAIN
A new rise in temperatures tomorrow raises the danger of fires to very high or extreme in much of Spain: {Trans, summary}
– Spain faces a sharp rise in wildfire danger from Tuesday, with AEMET warning that most of the country, including Andalucía, will reach very high or extreme fire risk as a new heat wave develops. Hot, dry weather and an almost complete lack of rainfall are expected to worsen conditions throughout the week.
– The warning comes as Spain has already lost 153,000 hectares to wildfires this year, according to the European Commission’s Copernicus system. That is well above the country’s 20-year annual average of 95,000 hectares for an entire year, highlighting how severe the 2026 fire season has already become.
– For Andalucía, the combination of temperatures above 40C in the Guadalquivir Valley, very warm nights and persistent dry conditions will increase the likelihood of new fires spreading rapidly. Strong Levante winds around the Strait of Gibraltar and the Cádiz countryside could further complicate firefighting efforts.
– AEMET expects the dangerous conditions to persist or even worsen during the second half of the week, with little chance of meaningful rainfall to reduce the wildfire threat.
Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/nacional-3/nuevo-ascenso-temperaturas…
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The judge prosecutes three police officers for Puigdemont’s escape on August 8, 2024: {Trans, summary}
– Three Mossos d’Esquadra officers have been formally charged after the Barcelona Provincial Court ordered the reopening of the investigation into Carles Puigdemont’s escape following his visit to Barcelona in August 2024.
– The investigating judge, who had previously dismissed the case, has now referred the proceedings to the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the private prosecutors, who have 10 days to file formal indictments. The judge says there is sufficient evidence to suggest the three officers acted together, with each carrying out a specific role to prevent Puigdemont’s arrest and help him escape despite an active Supreme Court arrest warrant.
– The decision follows the Provincial Court’s assessment that video footage and photographs, together with Internal Affairs reports, indicate the officers’ actions were coordinated rather than accidental. Images allegedly show them surrounding Puigdemont and assisting his movement through the crowd using a protective formation. The alleged offence carries disqualification from public office for six months to two years. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/nacional-3/jueza-procesa-tres-mossos…
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Private prosecutors seek a 13-year prison sentence for Begoña Gómez and want Pedro Sánchez to testify at the trial: {Trans, summary}
– The private prosecution led by Hazte Oír has requested a 13-year prison sentence for Begoña Gómez ahead of her jury trial, reducing its original 24 year request after the Madrid Provincial Court dismissed two of the alleged offences.
– Hazte Oír alleges Gómez committed two offences of embezzlement and one of influence peddling. It is also seeking a six-year prison sentence for her adviser, Cristina Álvarez, whom it accuses of acting as a necessary accomplice in the alleged embezzlement.
– The group has also requested that Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez testify as a witness, citing his relationship with Gómez and the alleged use of the Moncloa as the setting for the project under investigation.
– The revised prosecution requests follow the Provincial Court’s decision to dismiss the alleged offences of business corruption and misappropriation while allowing the remaining allegations to proceed to trial. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/nacional-3/acusacion…
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Housing Reform Delayed in Latest Blow to Sánchez’s Minority Government: {Trans, summary}
– The Government has postponed until September approval of its housing decree after admitting it does not have enough parliamentary support to get it through Congress, another sign of its growing inability to pass major legislation without lengthy negotiations and political concessions.
– The package, agreed by PSOE and Sumar, included a two year extension for certain rental contracts, tax incentives for landlords who reduce rents, a rise in VAT on tourist accommodation to 21%, regulation of seasonal and room rentals, and changes to the Land Law intended to speed up housing development.
– The decree ran into immediate opposition from Podemos, which called the land reforms a red line, and from Junts, which argued the proposal failed to increase housing supply and criticised it as another omnibus bill mixing unrelated measures.
– Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez’s department and Sumar insist negotiations are progressing and claim a broad agreement remains possible. However, the delay highlights the Government’s continuing dependence on smaller parties to survive key votes. Instead of approving the housing package before Parliament’s summer break, ministers will now focus on emergency measures linked to the country’s severe forest fires.
– The PP has not yet responded publicly to this development.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/gobierno-retrasa…
AXARQUÍA
The Axarquía region is preparing for another week of intense heat with highs near 40 degrees: {Trans, summary}
– After a slight respite from the heat last weekend, the heat is intensifying again this Monday across much of the country. The province of Málaga and the Axarquía region will be no exception and face another week marked by high temperatures, with values approaching 40C in inland areas and tropical nights along the coast.
– According to weather forecasts, the anticyclonic ridge will once again dominate over the Iberian Peninsula, bringing a general rise in temperatures that will be particularly noticeable from Tuesday onwards. Although western Andalusia will be one of the areas where the most extreme temperatures will be recorded, the heat will also be felt again in inland Malaga province.
– In the Axarquía region, inland municipalities such as Periana, Alcaucín, Comares, Riogordo, and Colmenar could again register temperatures close to 38 or 39 degrees, while on the coast, towns such as Vélez-Málaga, Torre del Mar, Rincón de la Victoria, Torrox, and Nerja will endure a very hot environment accompanied by high humidity, which will increase the perceived temperature.
– Furthermore, nights will once again be particularly difficult for falling asleep. From Wednesday onwards, minimum temperatures could remain above 20C across much of the Mediterranean coast, including the Malaga coast, leading to more tropical nights.
– Possible fourth heat wave. Weather models indicate that this warm spell could last until next weekend. If the criteria established by the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) are met, Spain could enter its fourth heat wave of the summer.
– Meanwhile, temperatures will once again far exceed 40 degrees in the Guadalquivir, Guadiana and Tagus valleys, as well as in other areas of the interior of the peninsula, where warnings for high temperatures have already been activated.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-axarquia-se-prepara…
MALAGA PROVINCE
The fire in the Cerro del Águila area of Colmenar that utilised seven aircraft has been stabilised: {Trans, summary}
– Members of the Infoca Plan have managed to stabilise at 7:00 p.m. the forest fire that broke out at 5:50 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, in the Cerro del Águila area of Colmenar (Málaga), and which has caused the mobilisation of seven aircraft. As reported by the Infoca Plan in its ‘X’ account, a light helicopter, another semi-heavy helicopter and a heavy helicopter are working in the area, in addition to two planes loaded on the ground, a light amphibian and one for observation and coordination. Likewise, a fire engine and 34 troops are working by land in this emergency, in order to stabilise and control the fires. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/malaga/estabilizado-incendio…
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The National Police deal another blow to organized crime and seize an arsenal of weapons in Malaga: {Trans, summary}
– National Police agents in Málaga province have seized a large arsenal of weapons and arrested four people belonging to a criminal organization involved in arms and drug trafficking. The investigation, carried out by the UDYCO Drugs and Organized Crime Unit and declared secret, began in May. Officers intercepted a vehicle driven by one suspect transporting six automatic rifles, three hand grenades, and 180 rounds of military ammunition. The driver was arrested and remanded in custody.
– Subsequent inquiries identified the rest of the network. This week, agents seized 120 kg of cocaine in another vehicle, resulting in two further arrests. A fourth member was also detained. Searches in various municipalities of Málaga province yielded 60 kg of hashish, 3,000 ecstasy pills, 650 grams of tusi, 36 rifles (including 30 assault rifles), 11 handguns, 11 hand grenades, 7 silencers, 8 bulletproof vests, two ballistic plates rated for war ammunition, and more than 5,000 cartridges of various calibres.
– Specialized units such as GOES and aerial support were deployed due to the high-risk nature of the operation. The case is being handled by Court of Instruction No. 4 in Vélez-Málaga under the Public Prosecutor’s Office. Source, Spanish: https://www.interior.gob.es/opencms/es/detalle/articulo/La-Policia-Nacional-golpea-de-nuevo-al-crimen-organizado-y-se-incauta-en-Malaga-de-un-arsenal-de-armas/
Comment by Grok AI regarding this article, an official gov’t press release, when I asked for clarification:
– Prompt: Does it logically follow that many more weapons enter undetected, as interception rates must be low?
– Response: This network was already operational and moving both guns and drugs. The fact that police needed months of investigation, specialized units (GOES, aerial support), and got lucky with one transport interception strongly suggests this was not their first shipment. Criminal groups adapt quickly, use multiple routes, and accept losses as part of doing business. Bottom line: Yes – it is a safe logical conclusion that many more weapons (and drugs) are entering undetected than the ones seized in any single operation or even across all operations in a year. High-profile busts like this one are the exception, not the norm. Interception rates for both arms and narcotics trafficking in Europe are structurally low due to the scale of the flows, corruption risks, vast maritime borders, and sophisticated concealment methods.
– Grok provided 2 refs:
https://www.euda.europa.eu/publications/european-drug-report/2026/cocaine_en
https://www.unodc.org/documents/data-and-analysis/Firearms/2020_REPORT_Global_Study_on_Firearms_Trafficking_2020_web.pdf
– {Editor adds: Makes you wonder who exactly are these smugglers selling all these military grade weapons to anyway? -Ed.}
{AI can make mistakes, confirm all critical info independently.}
TORROX
Torrox presents the XLV International Festival of Choirs and Dances, and the I Regional Folklore Festival: {Trans, summary}
– Friday, July 31st, the 1st Regional Folklore Festival, on the stage in Plaza Picasso in the historic centre of Torrox.
– Saturday, August 1st, the International Festival of Choirs and Dances, in Plaza Almedina; and on Monday, August 3rd, on Avenida del Faro. All events begin at 22:00.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torrox-presenta-el-xlv-festival…
NERJA
ONCE lottery leaves the €1.5 million ‘Sueldazo’ prize in Nerja: {Trans, summary}
– The ONCE Weekend draw held this Saturday, July 25, has left the top prize of its Sueldazo in the town of Nerja, endowed with 300,000 euros in cash and 5,000 euros per month for 20 years, which adds up to a total amount of 1,500,000 euros. The person in charge of distributing the luck was José Manuel Pereira, an ONCE vendor for a decade, who sold the winning coupon at his usual point of sale, located next to the central hermitage of Las Angustias. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-once-deja-el…
FRIGILIANA
Frigiliana presents the poster for the 19th edition of the 3 Cultures Festival, which will be held from August 27 to 30: {Trans, summary}
– The City Council has unveiled the official poster for the event.
– The organizers emphasize that the poster reflects the essence of a festival born to celebrate the coexistence between Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures.
– The program will once again include a wide range of activities for all audiences, with a carefully curated artisan market, street parades, conferences, children’s activities, workshops, cinema, storytelling, a pyro-musical show and the traditional Tapas Route, in which 16 establishments in the municipality will participate.
– In the music section, the lineup already confirms the performances of Festicultores, Los Aslándticos, Shabu, Aborígena and La Vinilo y Los 4 Fantásticos, although the organization is still keeping the big headliner of this edition under wraps. The City Council has announced that the main artist will be revealed in the coming days and assures that it is a “very special” name, closely linked to the roots of the festival and that “it will not leave anyone indifferent.”
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/frigiliana…
SALOBREÑA
Health authorities declare alert due to the circulation of West Nile virus in Salobreña: {Trans, summary}
– This decision was made after the presence of West Nile virus-carrying mosquitoes was confirmed in one of its traps. All control and prevention protocols have been activated in coordination with the Regional Government’s Public Health Department.
– Health and Emergencies of the Andalusian Regional Government has declared Salobreña an area on alert for the circulation of the West Nile virus (WNV) for the next four weeks. Following this confirmation, the City Council and the Health Delegation are coordinating both citizen protection measures and the reinforcement of mosquito control during the period that the area is on alert.
– Specifically, fumigation will be reinforced in sensitive areas where mosquitoes are present, the number of traps will be increased as a preventative measure, and an information campaign will be launched for residents through all available municipal channels to encourage them to adopt the necessary protective measures.
– The mayor of Salobreña, Javier Ortega, stated that “no human cases have been reported, and only a few specimens of this vector have been found in one of the traps, which demonstrates that the prevention and control measures being implemented against this virus are working.” The mayor also stated that surveillance is being intensified in vulnerable areas, such as stagnant water and areas with animal presence, and that they are in constant communication with the Southern Health District in case any patients with symptoms consistent with this illness appear.
Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/sanidad-declara-alerta…
ENVIRONMENT
Miguel Bosé lashes out at Agenda 2030 and environmentalists when speaking about the fires- “how long it will take authorities to allocate the thousands of hectares burned to renewable green energy projects that will forever replace the green of nature with the black of solar panels, or the white of wind turbines?”: {Trans, summary}
– The major forest fires are beginning to show signs of slight improvement in Ávila, Madrid and Toledo after burning 77,000 hectares and forcing the evacuation or confinement of nearly 90,000 people in the three provinces. The fire in Castellón is also a cause for concern, as it remains out of control after burning some 6,500 hectares with a perimeter of 48 kilometers. The drama has intertwined thousands of personal stories now transformed into tragedy, and one that has also garnered the opinions of several well-known figures. Among them are actress Najwa Nimri and presenter Elena Sánchez, both directly affected.
– In the case of Miguel Bosé, one of the best-known Spanish-language pop artists of the past five decades, the artist has decried what is happening in Spain through a controversial post. On his social media, Bosé expresses his rejection of climate change, criticizes the 2030 Agenda, and levels accusations against environmentalists.
– “Yet another summer, just as the usual suspects have accustomed us to, Spain is burning in dozens of fires. But the environmental and ecology luminaries, determined to sell us a climate change agenda of 2030, prevent and fine the clearing of the countryside, pretending from their well-funded offices to know more than the people who have lived in the countryside, worked the land, and belonged to the countryside for generations,” he explains.
– “And what happens, happens,” he says. “Now people are betting on how long it will take authorities to allocate the thousands of hectares burned to renewable green energy projects that will forever replace the green of nature with the black of solar panels, or the white of wind turbines. I hope that in the next hell, they’re the ones who burn,” the singer concludes.
– {Miguel Bosé’s criticism reflects a wider debate over forest management and environmental policy. Critics argue that restrictions linked to modern conservation policies, including those promoted in Agenda 2030 related programs, have discouraged traditional practices such as brush clearing, controlled burns and maintaining firebreaks, contributing to the build-up of combustible material in rural areas. They point to California, where failures in vegetation management have been blamed by experts and officials for worsening major wildfires, as a warning that environmental protection measures must be balanced with active forest maintenance. -Ed.} {Update: Progressive damage control has kicked in. I am now seeing nearly identical articles in lefty news outlets like ElDiario & Canal SUR saying the statements regarding forest mismanagement made in this article are hoaxes. I read these articles, and they all rely on gov’t policy statement quotes, bits of 25 year old obscure laws and debunked temperature statistics. No hard evidence, and certainly not the reality of the situation on the ground. Locals living and working in forrest areas have been complaining for decades about the neglected state of forests, and the ever growing list of greeny-restrictions blocking forest management operations: don’t disturb the moss; avoid salamander habitat; burning bans; logging prohibitions, tractors must stay on established trails, etc. This is documented in thousands of council meeting minutes and town hall complaint forms– real eye witness info from people who live there, not deceptive political jargon from an office clerk in Madrid. But to be fair, there are different takes on this forest care situation. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/gente/miguel-bose-carga-contra-agenda-2030…
GASTRONOMIA
Alfarnatejo hosts one of Malaga’s most anticipated gastronomic festivals- three days of tradition, music, and free gazpacho: {Trans, summary}
– The small town of Alfarnatejo in Malaga will once again become one of the province’s major inland festival hubs this summer with the celebration of the ‘Gazpacho de los 3 Golpes’.
– From Thursday, July 30th to Saturday, August 1st, the area known as Tejón Territory will welcome hundreds of visitors to enjoy a full program of activities that will culminate in the traditional free distribution of its most emblematic dish.
– Alongside the Gazpacho, the Town Hall has prepared a program that combines shows, cooking demonstrations, tributes, a food market, children’s activities, and concerts until the early hours of the morning. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/alfarnatejo-fiestas…
TRAVEL
The rise of house swapping for travel amid soaring hotel prices- “Savings are a major incentive, but it goes beyond that”: {Trans, summary}
– House swapping is becoming an increasingly popular way for travellers to reduce accommodation costs while experiencing destinations more like local residents. The practice allows people to stay in other people’s homes, either through direct exchanges, points systems, or hospitality arrangements.
– The HomeExchange platform [ https://www.homeexchange.com/ ], which has almost 46,000 Spanish members, has seen rapid growth since the pandemic, with exchanges increasing from around 9,500 in 2020 to more than 120,500 in 2025. The company estimates that swapping homes can reduce a holiday budget by up to 35%. There are other similar services that can be found online.
– Users highlight the benefits go beyond saving money. They value the trust, the personal connections, and the opportunity to live in ordinary homes rather than hotels. Families, couples and retirees are among the main users. Full article: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/auge-intercambio-casas…
SPACE
Two Meteor Showers Peak This Week– How to See More Shooting Stars Despite the Bright Moon:
– A rare meteor shower event arrives this week as the Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids reach their peak on the same night. Although bright moonlight will reduce visibility, observers still have a chance to enjoy impressive shooting stars. The near-full Moon will hide many faint meteors, but brighter streaks and fireballs can still appear across the night sky. With the right skywatching techniques, this overlapping event remains worth watching.
– The Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will peak together from July 30 into July 31, making this one of the highlights of the summer meteor shower season. Even with bright moonlight, the overlap creates more opportunities to spot shooting stars. The Delta Aquariids are the stronger shower, producing up to 25 meteors per hour under dark skies. The Alpha Capricornids are less active, but they are known for bright fireballs that can remain visible despite the Moon’s glare. To maximise viewing try to view from a place where the Moon gets blocked out by trees, buildings, etc., yet still allows a clear view for a large section of sky, providing a darker sky background on which to see more meteors.
– Both showers stay active for several weeks, giving skywatching enthusiasts additional chances to catch meteors even after the official peak. Read more at: https://www.sciencetimes.com/articles/62235/20260727/two-meteor-showers-peak-this-week-how-see-more-shooting-stars-despite-bright-moon.htm & Video Link
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– Torre del Mar fire perpetrator under investigation for several Vélez-Málaga fires in recent days
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/torre-mar-fire-perpetrator-under-investigation-for-20260714155200-nt.html
– Haze returns to Malaga province amid new high temperature warnings in Andalucía
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/hightemperature-warnings-andalusia-20260727090745-nt.html
– Granada province registers earthquake with several smaller aftershocks {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/earthquake-granada-accompanied-20260727134549-nt.html
– Major Ávila fire in Spain burns 50,000 hectares, making it the most devastating in national memory
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/fire-avila-scorched-20260727095817-nt.html
– Malaga city council allows eviction of couple in their 60s with disabilities amid large police deployment
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/marilo-partner-have-20260727104928-nt.html
– Torrox cracks down on illegal dumping and is set to issue more than 100 fines this summer
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/torrox-opened-investigations-20260724094657-nt.html
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