DigameXtra No. 3189 Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

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Next Public Holiday: Día de Andalucía
In 2026, Andalucia Regional Holiday falls on Saturday, 28 February.
When an Andalucia Regional Holiday falls on a weekend, many businesses and people will observe the previous Friday, or the following Monday, as a day off in order to create a three-day weekend. Ref: https://publicholidays.es/andalusia-regional-holiday/

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Riogordo- Fiesta de la Molienda 2026 (Mill Festival):
Fri-Sun, 20-22 Feb.
In its 15th edition paying tribute to the extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) grown in the Axarquía region.
The celebration will feature a varied program of activities for all ages, exhibitions, conferences, and live cooking demonstrations, as well as guided tours of the olive groves and the 16th-century mill, where the traditional olive milling process will be demonstrated.
Programme (as best as I can figure out, and subject to changes)
**Friday 20th February**
– 09:30: Guided visit and introductory olive oil tasting workshop for schoolchildren, olive planting in urban areas, and inauguration of commemorative mural, Calle Pablo Picasso. (Starting point: Museo Etnográfico, Calle Iglesia)
– 19:30: Showcooking: ‘EVOOs and Cheeses in Andalusian Cuisine’ with Daniel García Peinado and María José Sánchez. (Museo Etnográfico)
**Saturday 21st February**
– 10:00: Guided visit to observe olive oil production at the Agro-Olivarera cooperative, followed by a ‘molinero’ breakfast.
– Morning: VII Cross ‘La Molienda de Riogordo’ race.
– Time TBC: Visit to the functioning 16th-century oil mill, showing the traditional olive oil making process. (Museo Etnográfico)
– 12:00: Conference: ‘Ocal, pan, luz y sombras de nuestros antepasados’ by María Hernández and Jesús Ángel Blanco (Soleae project). (Museo Etnográfico)
– Schedule TBC: Introductory EVOO tasting workshop.
– Schedule TBC: Local pastry tasting.
– Schedule TBC: VIII ‘La Molienda de Riogordo’ Poetry Recital.
– Schedule TBC: Book presentation: ‘Las calles de Riogordo. Cinco siglos de historia’ by Enrique Godínez Luque.
– Schedule TBC: Demonstration of pressing capacho frames, accompanied by ‘Cantes del Olivar’ by the ‘El Borbollón’ Women’s Association. (Museo Etnográfico)
– All day: Gastronomic market. (Calle Iglesia)
– Schedule TBC: Food Tasting. Chickpea and tagarnina stew by Francisco Perdiguero Rivero.
**Sunday 22nd February**
– Schedule TBC: Introductory olive oil tasting workshop with Alfredo Rivero (Director of Labsur Laboratory).
– Schedule TBC: Conference: ‘The Climate Challenge: Sustainability, Ecology, and Efficient Olive Grove Management’ by Rafael Alonso (Manager of Oro del Desierto oil mill).
– Schedule TBC: Craft workshops related to olive culture.
– Schedule TBC: ‘Olivo de Fúxcar’ awards ceremony (Local, National, and Honorary categories).
– Schedule TBC: Aloreña olive pip throwing competition.
– Throughout the day: Musical performances by Grupo de Maragatas Comares y Pedanías, and the Verdiales groups San Isidro de Periana and Colmenar.
– All day: Gastronomic market. (Calle Iglesia)
– Schedule TBC: Food Tasting, Paella with snails by Francisco Perdiguero Rivero.
Info: 952732154 ; https://www.riogordo.es/12070/com1_md3_cd-80758/la-molienda-de-riogordo-2026
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/riogordo-fiesta-molienda-actividades-homenaje-aove-20260217141552-nt_amp.html

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Boxing evening- Torrox: Sat, 28 Feb, 7pm
Pabellon Municipal La Granja, Torrox
On February 28, the Municipal Pavilion will host a great boxing evening, a sporting event that will bring together outstanding fighters and fans in a night full of emotion and spectacle. Info: 952539927

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Vélez-Málaga- Día de Andalucía: Sat, 28 Feb
– The celebration will begin at 12:30 p.m. with the Institutional Ceremony, which will feature the Vélez-Málaga Municipal Band, on the Paseo de Andalucía. At 1:00 p.m., the show “Vélez-Málaga sings to Andalusia” will be held.
– At 3:00 p.m., there will be a flamenco dance performance by the Cristina Gallardo Academy; at 4:00 p.m., the renowned artist Sarayma will perform; and the closing act will take place at 6:00 p.m. with the group “Electroduendes.”

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Andalusia Day Competa 2026: Saturday, 28 Feb.
A typical Andalusian breakfast will take place in the Plaza Almijara, open to everyone, to celebrate this important date. In addition, the day will feature flamenco dance and music performances, which will highlight the cultural identity of our land. Info, more details will be announced closer to the date: https://turismocompeta.com/es/agenda/eventodetalle/247/-/dia-de-andalucia

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Rincón de la Victoria reunirá en el Carnaval 2026:
Rincón de la Victoria will celebrate five days of carnival: March 1 in Benagalbón, March 7 and 8 in La Cala del Moral, and March 14 and 15 in Rincón de la Victoria.
**Programme**
– 1st March – Benagalbón (Plaza Las Flores)
12:00 pm Fancy Dress Competition
1:00 pm Merchán’s Carnival Troupe ‘Los Arbadacarba’
3:30 pm Eighties Group ‘Cara B’
5:00 pm Music of Yesterday and Today
– 7th March – La Cala del Moral (Plaza Gloria Fuertes)
4:00 pm Abelito y Terrones
6:00 pm Money Makers
8:00 pm DJ Androale
– 8th March – La Cala del Moral
12:00 pm Procession ‘A Bailar’ Association
1:00 pm Performance ‘A Bailar’ Association
2:00 pm Free Cabbage, Paprika and Pork with Tomato
4:00 pm Children’s and Adult Fancy Dress Competition
5:00 pm Carnival Performance Group ‘La Tierra Canta’
– 14th March – Rincón de la Victoria (Plaza de la Constitución)
7:00 pm Carnival Drag Contest 2026
– 15th March – Rincón de la Victoria
11:00 am Children’s Party with entertainment and workshops
11:30 am Procession with the Brass Band
12:00 pm Hot Chocolate and start of Children’s Competition
1:30 pm Adult Competition and performances
2:30 pm Prize Giving
4:00 pm Carnival Troupe ‘Los Máquina’
4:45 pm Carnival Performance Group ‘Los Calaveras’
5:30 pm Carnival Chorus Group ‘Los Cadisapiens’
6:30 pm Bizcocho’s Carnival Chorus Group ‘SSSHHHHH!!!’

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Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja- Coming Events:
C/ Granada 45, Nerja. Info & tix: https://www.giglon.com/todos?city=Nerja

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SPAIN

Are They Afraid Of Accountability? The Government is already announcing that eight ministers will be absent from the next Plenary Session of Congress, where they normally would field questions: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Government has informed Congress that eight ministers will miss next week’s parliamentary control session, preventing them from answering opposition questions. This surpasses the seven absences for the current Wednesday’s session. The absent ministers include those heading Foreign Affairs, Defence, Interior, Transport, Agriculture, Territorial Policy, Health, and Social Rights. Additionally, the Minister of the Presidency will only attend the question session, leaving during the interpellation period. This follows this Wednesday’s session, where Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez was absent on an official trip to India alongside seven ministers. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-gobierno-ya-adelanta-ocho-ministros-faltaran-proximo-pleno-congreso-20260217195339.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

This is one of the towns that celebrates Carnival in the most entertaining way- it is located in Malaga and it features the famous flour fight: {Translation, summary}
– The Alozaina Flour Carnival, a festival of provincial tourist interest, returns from 20th to 22nd February. Rooted in ancient traditions, the event transforms the Sierra de las Nieves town into a winter celebration centre. Its hallmark is the playful flour battle, where residents and visitors fill the streets with impromptu gatherings and camaraderie. The programme features parades, a children’s carnival, and a fancy dress competition. The weekend concludes with the traditional sardine burial. Local schools and associations are central to the event. Friday includes a school parade and music. Saturday features an evening fancy dress parade accompanied by a drumming group, followed by a competition. Sunday’s activities include the children’s carnival, a charity tortilla and chocolate sale by the women’s association, and the sardine burial. A bar run by secondary school students supports their trip throughout the weekend. The carnival preserves a unique local tradition while offering family friendly entertainment.
**Full Flour Carnival of Alozaina Programme**
– Friday 20th
11:30 am – Parade of pupils from the Municipal Nursery School and the CEIP Arquitecto Sánchez Sepúlveda School, starting from the school and ending at the marquee.
11:30 am – Bar opens, benefiting 4th year ESO travelling students from IES Serranía Secondary School.
11:30 am – Music session with DJ Celu, DJ Rubén and DJ Gámez.
– Saturday 21st
8:00 pm – Bar opens, benefiting 4th year ESO travelling students from IES Serranía Secondary School.
10:00 pm – Fancy dress parade starting from the square, accompanied by the Kilombari drumming group.
11:00 pm – Fancy dress competition with Cosmic July and DJ Rubén.
– Sunday 22nd
11:30 am – Children’s carnival.
11:30 am – Bar opens, benefiting 4th year ESO travelling students from IES Serranía Secondary School.
4:00 pm – Charity tortilla and chocolate, organised by the El Albar Women’s Association.
5:00 pm – Sardine burial, with the collaboration of the María Sagredo Association. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/pueblos-mas-divertido-carnaval-malaga-harina-alozaina_0_2005924844.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Winds & Waves cause a dozen interventions in Vélez-Málaga, Torre del Mar & Torremolinos: {Translation, summary}
– From Monday morning until Tuesday lunchtime, Malaga’s Provincial Fire Brigade Consortium responded to 47 incidents caused by strong winds. The most affected municipalities were Velez-Malaga, with ten incidents, and Torremolinos, which required 26 interventions. Firefighters worked to secure or remove dangerous items at risk of falling, including trees, branches, aerials, metal sheeting, fences, signs, cables, and solar panels.
– In Velez-Malaga, incidents occurred in Torre del Mar, Benajarafe, Caleta de Velez, and the town centre. Other affected areas included Rincon de la Victoria, Ronda, Antequera, Coin, and Alhaurin de la Torre. In Torremolinos {pic}, interventions took place across numerous streets and avenues, as well as at several hotels and petrol stations. Over the preceding four days, including the weekend, the Consortium had dealt with nearly one hundred wind related incidents across the province. The strong winds caused widespread minor damage, requiring a significant response from emergency services to ensure public safety. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-viento-provoca-una-decena-de-intervenciones-en-velez-malaga-y-torre-del-mar/

GRANADA

Sierra Nevada returns to normal with 11,000 skiers and the reopening of the Zayas ski lift: {Translation, summary}
– Around 11,000 skiers visited Sierra Nevada on Shrove Tuesday, its first day of unrestricted opening after recent storm closures. Access via the A-395 road was fluid, with no need for closures as car parks did not fill. The resort has over 55 kilometres of runs open across 71 slopes, serviced by 16 lifts. The CEO praised the excellent collaboration between authorities and businesses for ensuring normal operations. The Zayas ski tow has also been unblocked following technical work, improving access to higher slopes. – This reopening follows a challenging period: the resort closed last Saturday due to a storm caused road subsidence, and on Friday due to high winds. Since 27th January, a succession of storms has forced a total of 13 closure days. Visitors are advised to check official channels for real time updates on lifts, slopes, and weather before travelling. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadahoy.com/provincia/sierra-nevada-recupera-normalidad-11-esquiadores-reapertura-telesqui-zayas_0_2005932801.html

EUROPE

A US Congressional report exposed by @JudiciaryGOP reveals Brusselian censorship and election interference across Europe:
– Fake NGOs, journalists bought off, manipulated algorithms, euro millions pumped into subversive schemes. This is the real threat to freedom, to the sovereign will of the people, and we will not tolerate it.
– Viktor Orban speech reveals the corruption. English subtitles. Video Link

UKRAINE WAR

Russia pummels Ukraine’s power grid before talks:
– Russian forces pounded Ukrainian power infrastructure before a new round of peace talks, killing three energy workers and leaving tens of thousands of people without power and heat, officials said on Tuesday.
– President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the overnight strikes on 12 Ukrainian regions that came under attack hours before the scheduled start of U.S.-backed trilateral talks involving Kyiv and Moscow in Geneva. “It was a combined strike, specially calculated to cause as much damage as possible to our energy sector,” Zelenskiy wrote on X, calling for diplomacy to be backed by “justice and strength.” Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/russia-pummels-ukraines-power-grid-before-talks-2026-02-17/

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Ukraine hits oil terminal in Russia’s Krasnodar, chemicals plant in Perm, SBU says:
– Ukrainian drones hit the Taman oil terminal in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region and a chemicals plant in the Perm region near the Ural mountains overnight, Ukraine’s SBU domestic security service said on Tuesday. Kyiv has stepped up long-range strikes on strategic Russian targets, particularly oil facilities, that have fuelled Moscow’s war machine during the four-year-long war.
– An SBU official said the attack on the Taman terminal was the agency’s second on the facility since January 22. Ukraine’s General Staff had separately reported striking the terminal on Sunday.
– SBU drones also attacked the Metafrax Chemicals plant in the Perm region, some 1,600 km from Ukraine, a facility the official described as one of the biggest methanol producers in Russia and Europe.
– Both attacks were carried out ahead of a new round of U.S.-mediated talks between Ukraine and Russia that began on Tuesday in Geneva, which are not expected to yield significant results.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-hits-oil-terminal-russias-krasnodar-chemicals-plant-perm-sbu-says-2026-02-17/

UK

Photos of Londoners in costume sprinting with frying pans on Pancake Day: See full 10 photo gallery, https://apnews.com/photo-gallery/pancake-day-shrove-tuesday-6ce3032b7f6ef7c253d8091a07503f9d

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‘Labour market is in a spiral’- UK unemployment hits five-year high:
– The UK unemployment rate rose to 5.2% in the three months between October and December 2025, its highest level in five years and above the pre-pandemic rate, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
– In total, the number of payrolled employees in the UK fell by 121,000 between December 2024 and December 2025. Employers have hesitated to take on new staff, with just 2,000 new vacancies in the most recent quarter. Samuel Fuller, director of Financial Markets Online, said: “The UK’s labour market is in a spiral, not a spurt.” He attributed this decline to stagnation in the UK’s service sector, which accounts for more than 80% of the economy, but recently posted no growth. “Britain’s economy is stuck, and global investors are dumping the pound as UK interest rate expectations head lower,” he said.
– Fuller also noted employers may have held off on hiring more people ahead of the upcoming rise in the national minimum wage and living wage, which is set to increase by 4.1% in April 2026. Full article: https://portfolio-adviser.com/labour-market-is-in-a-spiral-uk-unemployment-hits-five-year-high/

SPORTS

Winter Olympics: See the results and schedules here.
https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/schedule

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MMA News- Ronda Rousey & Gina Carano will end their MMA retirements and fight each other in May:
– Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will end their lengthy retirements from mixed martial arts to fight each other May 16 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
– The two pioneering fighters announced their returns Tuesday for a bout that will be staged by Most Valuable Promotions, the combat sports promotion established by influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul and his business partner, Nakisa Bidarian. The show will be broadcast on Netflix.
– The 39-year-old Rousey hasn’t fought since 2016, while the 43-year-old Carano’s eight-bout MMA career ended in 2009. They’ll fight at 145 pounds for five five-minute rounds.
– Despite their lengthy absences, Rousey and Carano remain two of the most iconic fighters in MMA history for their trailblazing careers. Carano led their once-outlawed sport into the mainstream of broadcast television, while Rousey secured the enthusiastic acceptance of women’s MMA by Dana White and the UFC. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/ronda-rousey-gina-carano-aca54fe89bfa33b0920f711f8ff6b95b

HEALTH

Study finds Ayahuasca compound has significant and lasting effect on depression:
– People with major depressive disorder saw significant and lasting reductions in their symptoms from a single dose of the psychedelic compound DMT in a small study.
– In the Phase IIa randomised clinical trial, led by researchers at Imperial College London and Cybin UK (now trading as Helus), the team found that participants with depression had greater reductions in depression severity when treated with dimethyltryptamine (DMT), compared to a placebo. In a group of 34 people they found that those treated with DMT had a greater average reduction in scores of a clinical questionnaire for depression, compared to placebo, with effects lasting up to six months for some.
– They explain that as the DMT psychedelic experience is far shorter – lasting minutes rather than hours – it could offer similar benefits at reduced cost and with a similar safety profile, but that further work is now needed to assess the treatment in larger groups of patients. Dr David Erritzoe, from Imperial’s Department of Brain Sciences, and lead investigator of the trial, said: “We have shown that a single DMT experience of just around 25 minutes duration is safe, effective and durable, with effects comparable to other promising psychedelic treatments often requiring much longer treatment sessions.”
– DMT is a naturally occurring psychedelic, similar in structure to both psilocybin (found in ‘magic’ mushrooms) and the neurotransmitter serotonin. It is the major psychoactive compound in ayahuasca. But unlike many other psychedelics, DMT breaks down quickly in the body, allowing for shorter therapeutic sessions. Full article: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/articles/2026/ayahuasca-compound-has-significant-and-lasting-effect-on-depression-/

TECH

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– Unless you live at the bottom of a deep valley this affordable satellite system from Elon Musk can provide high speed internet in the campo, beyond the reach of fibre availability.
– Residential Lite, Download: 80 to 200 Mb/s; Upload: 15 to 35 Mb/s, unlimited data, €29/mo
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– No cost for the do-it-yourself hardware kit, simple to setup. 30 day trial, money back if you cancel and return the kit. €20 shipping fee for the kit.
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The European Parliament bans the use of AI on all its devices due to the cybersecurity risks involved: {Translation, summary}
– The European Parliament has banned artificial intelligence functions on staff and legislators’ work devices due to cybersecurity and data protection concerns. An internal email detailed the swift deactivation of AI features on tablets and all other IT equipment, as officials cannot guarantee data security. Geopolitical tensions and information warfare have heightened the EU’s vigilance. Workers were urged to apply similar precautions on personal and work devices, avoiding exposure of internal communications to AI that scans or analyses content. The decision reflects growing institutional caution regarding AI’s potential risks to sensitive information.
– {All the major, free email services other than Protonmail scan and save everything that passes through your email account. They share this data with their business partners and 3rd party contractors. Same goes for everything you do with an AI tool, AI assisted search, or chatbot. They use the data to train their AI. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.elespanol.com/omicrono/tecnologia/20260217/parlamento-europeo-prohibe-utilizar-ia-dispositivos-riesgos-ciberseguridad-implican/1003744133386_0.html

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Western Digital Sells Out Entire 2026 Hard Drive Inventory as AI Datacenters Gobble Up Supply:
– Western Digital, one of the world’s largest hard drive manufacturers, has completely sold out its storage capacity for 2026 with more than ten months remaining in the year, driven by overwhelming demand from AI companies.
– CEO Irving Tan disclosed that the company has reached full capacity for calendar year 2026, with most of the storage allocation going to its top seven enterprise customers. The demand has been so strong that three of these major clients have already secured agreements extending into 2027 and 2028, effectively locking up production years in advance.
– AI companies have been consuming massive quantities of computing components as the sector experiences rapid expansion. This surge in demand has created supply chain disruptions across multiple product categories, leading to significant price increases for consumers.
– The impact extends beyond hard drives to virtually every type of computer memory and processing component. The technology sector has been grappling with memory shortages for months, forcing PC manufacturers to implement regular price increases on RAM products.
– Computer processors have seen dramatic price increases, and even products seemingly unrelated to AI development have been affected. The ripple effects throughout the supply chain have touched nearly every category of consumer electronics, as AI companies compete for the same fundamental components used in everyday devices. Full article: https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2026/02/16/western-digital-sells-out-entire-2026-hard-drive-inventory-as-ai-datacenters-gobble-up-supply/

SPACE

The planetary parade of February 28, 2026, is approaching: up to six will be visible in the evening sky: {Translation, summary}
– The year 2026 offers a rich calendar for skywatchers. On 28th February, six planets will align in the evening sky. A total lunar eclipse will be visible in North America just before dawn on 3rd March. A rare Blue Moon, the second full moon in a month, occurs on 31st May. In June, Venus and Jupiter will appear extraordinarily close together. The Perseid meteor shower peaks on 12th and 13th August under ideal dark skies. The Geminids follow on 13th and 14th December. The year concludes with a bright supermoon on Christmas Eve. Spain will experience a total solar eclipse on 12th August, also visible in Greenland and Iceland. Additional notable events include supermoons in January and November, multiple planetary oppositions, and various meteor showers throughout the year, such as the Quadrantids, Lyrids, and Orionids. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/acerca-desfile-planetario-febrero-2026-seis-veran-20260216215318-nt_amp.html

TRAVEL

The first day of the return of the Madrid-Andalusia train connection results in average delays of 30 minutes and delays of up to two hours: {Translation, summary}
– The Madrid-Andalusia high speed rail line reopened on Tuesday, one month after the fatal Adamuz accident, but with significant delays. Average delays of 31 minutes were reported, with some trains, like the Almeria-Madrid Intercity, running up to two hours late due to speed restrictions. Numerous services between major cities, including Cadiz, Seville, and Granada, experienced delays of 30 to 90 minutes.
– While most routes resumed, the Madrid-Malaga connection will not fully reopen until March, requiring a temporary bus transfer between Antequera and Malaga. The Seville-Valencia line is expected to resume on Wednesday.
– Operators Renfe and Iryo restored many services, with Iryo offering 14 daily Madrid-Seville trains and four Barcelona-Seville connections. Passholders affected by the month long closure could exchange or refund tickets. Repair work and safety tests were completed before reopening, though ongoing infrastructure issues continue to impact travel times. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-primer-dia-conexion-madrid-andalucia-salda-retrasos-medios-30-minutos-demoras-dos-horas-20260217195912.html

RELIGION

Pope Leo XIV will be in Spain from June 6 to 12, according to the Archbishop of Tarragona: {Translation, summary}
– Pope Leo XIV is expected to visit Spain from 6th to 12th June, with stops in Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary Islands. While unconfirmed by the Vatican, the trip is considered practically certain by Church officials. In Madrid, he would meet with Spanish bishops and hold a public event. In Barcelona, his presence is planned for the Sagrada Familia to mark the Gaudi centenary. The final stage involves visiting the Canary Islands to witness the migrant situation firsthand. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/papa-leon-xiv-visita-espana-6-12-junio_6935373_0.html

OBITUARIES

Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and US presidential hopeful, dies at 84:
– Charismatic U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, an eloquent Baptist minister raised in the segregated South who became a close associate of Martin Luther King Jr and twice ran for the Democratic presidential nomination, has died at age 84, his family said in a statement on Tuesday.
– Jackson weathered a spate of controversies but remained America’s preeminent civil rights figure for decades. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/jesse-jackson-civil-rights-leader-us-presidential-hopeful-dies-84-nbc-news-2026-02-17/

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Robert Duvall, Oscar-winning actor and ‘Godfather’ mainstay, dead at 95:
– Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of the first two “Godfather” movies and the over-the-hill country music singer in “Tender Mercies,” has died at age 95.
– Duvall died “peacefully” at his home Sunday in Middleburg, Virginia, according to an announcement from his publicist and from a statement posted on his Facebook page by his wife, Luciana Duvall. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/robert-duvall-dead-6ddb67ba5e2242ba9dd96f29b4ce242a

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Petrol Prices, updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
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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.
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DigameXtra No. 3188 Tuesday, February 17th, 2026

On February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Clásica Villa de Comares- classic car rally: Sat, 21 Feb.
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Periana Carnival 2026: Sat, 21 Feb
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The day will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the Children’s Carnival in the María Zambrano Assembly Hall, with workshops inspired by this year’s theme, “The Wild West”, organised by the volunteers of Mariola Mantas “Born to Help”.
At 6:30 p.m., the party will move to streets with a lively parade, mandatory for participants of the Carnival Contest 2026 to be eligible for the prizes.
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MVA Jazz Festival, 25-27 Feb, 8:30pm
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– Dena Derose Trio, Wed, 25 Feb
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Jason & The Treble Makers: Fri, 27 Feb, 9pm
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News Note: Not much local news today. The national news is focused on politics, mostly hammering on Poor Pedro & the PSOE (I think we found a good name for your next band), even PSOE members themselves are piling on. I’ll briefly cover the main topics. -Ed.

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SPAIN

PSOE members revolt in the face of a party leadership that they see as alien to reality: “We lose all the elections” and there is no “solid reasoning”: {Translation, summary}
– The confrontation between Emiliano Garcia-Page {pic} and the PSOE leadership exposes the party’s profound lack of reason and truth in its platforms. Garcia-Page, president of Castilla-La Mancha and the sole socialist securing repeated absolute majorities, challenges Pedro Sanchez’s pact-driven strategy and the suppression of internal debate. Yet Ferraz (national headquarters of the PSOE) responds not with analysis and provable facts but with dismissal, labelling dissenters as right-wing sympathisers while ignoring electoral collapse.
– Since 2022, the PSOE has lost nearly all contests, rarely exceeding 30 per cent against PP-Vox coalitions nearing 60 per cent in most provinces. Sergio Gutierrez, national deputy from Castilla-La Mancha, catalogues this failure and urges recovery through truth-seeking, free of labels. Esther Padilla, regional government spokesperson, demands solid rebuttals to criticism rather than evasion. Julen Sanchez, Albacete’s development delegate, decries Ferraz’s denial as dreamlike delusion. Antonio Sanchez, regional MP, equates repeated defeats without reflection to gifting victory to opponents. Pablo Bellido, Cortes president and Guadalajara PSOE chief, contrasts Garcia-Page’s consistent wins against the leadership’s fantasy.
– These grounded voices reveal platforms removed from reality: concessions to separatists like Junts erode centrality, yet leadership blames hoaxes and judicial hunts, not even bothering with defined strategy or demonstrable truths. Garcia-Page proves socialism triumphs through reason and independence; Ferraz’s dogma ensures decline. Truth demands accountability, not slogans. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/espana/2026/02/15/6991d47a21efa09d6a8b4574.html

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Creating Your Own Alternate Reality Comes with a Price– Political Earthquake Looms in Spain as Left Faces ‘Worst Result in 50 Years’: {Translation, summary}
– Two new polls predict a significant shift to the right in Spanish politics if a general election were held now. The surveys, published by La Razón and El Español, show the Popular Party (PP) gaining seats and the far-right Vox party approximately doubling its representation. Conversely, they forecast a collapse for the left. The PSOE is projected to fall to around 100 seats or fewer, a steep decline. Its coalition partner, Sumar, would also see its numbers drastically reduced. Combined, the left would face its worst result in fifty years, according to one analysis. In contrast, the PP and Vox together would secure a comfortable absolute majority, potentially exceeding 200 deputies, marking what one pollster calls a profound sociological change in the electorate.
– El Español emphasises that the PSOE’s figures, added to the poor percentage of Sumar and other parties to its left (Yolanda Díaz’s party would only achieve eleven and Podemos, four), mean the left collapses to its worst result in 50 years, with 113 seats. Meanwhile, the right of Vox and the PP would add up to 206 seats, which would be 208 adding those of UPN and Coalición Canaria– an “authentic sociological shift.” Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/2026-02-16/sanchez-se-hunde-mientras-vox-dobla-sus-escanos-segun-dos-encuestas-7360099/

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Sanchez recycles €10,500 million from the EU find and promises to multiply them by 12 without detailing how: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez {pic} has unveiled the ‘España Crece’ fund, a 10.5 billion euro vehicle oddly termed a sovereign fund, designed to leverage private investment. The fund aims to attract, according to the Executive itself, “120 billion euros of private capital,” which equates to mobilising 12 euros for every euro contributed. Brussels’ Next Generation funds mobilised 4 euros per euro contributed, for comparison.
– This latest initiative is a misguided attempt to quickly spend unexecuted, ready to expire EU aid– European funds that should have already been invested into currently existing communities, businesses and projects– before they must be returned to Brussels. Yet, true to form, Sánchez offers pompous rhetoric over substance. He failed to explain how the fund will magically mobilise 12 euros for every public euro, a ratio triple that achieved by the original European funds, or clarify whether the state intends to take equity stakes in private companies.
– The presentation was a masterclass in distraction, using anti-Trump posturing and vague promises of 15,000 new homes annually to mask a staggering record of failure. Since Sánchez took office, Spain has faced a housing deficit of 120,000 homes per year. Meanwhile, child poverty has risen four points under his watch, with 30 per cent of children now at risk, the second highest rate in the EU. This fund is not a solution; it is a smokescreen for incompetence, an admission that his policies have failed, and a desperate bid to appear proactive while his Government’s core failures deepen. Source, Spanish: https://okdiario.com/economia/cuentas-publicas/moncloa-recicla-10-500-millones-ue-promete-multiplicarlos-12-sin-detallar-como-16250376

ALGARROBO

The Regional Government awards the construction of 57 subsidised homes in the municipality of Algarrobo: {Translation, summary}
– The Regional Ministry of Development, Territorial Coordination, and Housing has awarded a publicly owned plot of land in the municipality of Algarrobo, Málaga, for the construction of 57 subsidized homes. The plot, owned by the Andalusian Housing and Rehabilitation Agency (AVRA), is located in the heart of the Axarquía-Costa del Sol region, specifically in the Pantano de Oliveros area, and covers an area of 4,217 square meters.
– The Minister of Development, Rocío Díaz, stressed that “we are witnessing a new milestone in the housing policies promoted by Juanma Moreno’s government. Since 2019, we have been working to unlock public land, which had been unused for decades, in order to promote the construction of as many subsidized homes as possible.” Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/la-junta-adjudica-la-construccion-de-57-viviendas-protegidas-en-el-municipio-de-algarrobo/

ALMUÑÉCAR

Almuñécar 2026 Hiking Program: {Translation, summary}
– The Almuñécar 2026 Hiking Program includes a total of 14 guided routes designed to promote physical activity and knowledge of some of the most outstanding places in the provinces of Malaga, Granada and Almeria.
– The next event will take place on Sunday, February 22, with departure at 7:30 a.m. from Almuñécar’s Municipal Sports Stadium “Francisco Bonet”. The route will be circular starting in Órgiva, to continue through Río Chico, Molino Beliznate, cemetery, La Cuesta, Carataunas, Bayacas, until ending in Órgiva, on a route of approximately 5 to 6 hours in duration and of easy difficulty. It is an itinerary that will allow participants to observe centuries-old olive trees and learn about the cultural and agricultural value of the area.
– Registrations can be made in person at the Municipal Sports Stadium “Francisco Bonet”, 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 958883142 and 673369309. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/el-programa-de-senderismo-almunecar-2026-arranca-con-60-participantes-en-la-ruta-torrenueva-jolucar/

MOTRIL

“Undressing one saint to clothe another”- Ecologists question the construction of the breakwater: {Translation, summary}
– Environmental group Ecologistas en Acción has criticised hard engineering solutions on Granada’s coastline, arguing that groynes (breakwaters) merely displace erosion rather than prevent it. Recent storms have exposed the failure of such infrastructure at Motril’s Playa Granada and Punta del Santo, where sand loss has worsened and new erosion hotspots have appeared.
– The group warns that groynes interrupt coastal drift, causing accumulation in some areas but severe deficits in others, a pattern long predicted by experts. Emergency measures, including makeshift walls, highlight a reactive and costly approach lacking integrated planning. These failures threaten tourism, local livelihoods, and coastal properties. Ecologistas calls for comprehensive strategies prioritising soft solutions like dune restoration, coordinated planning across municipalities, continuous monitoring, and risk management, including potential infrastructure relocation. Without a scientific and coordinated approach, public funds will continue to be wasted on projects that simply shift the problem to neighbouring beaches. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/ecologistas-espigon-playa-granada-advertencia/

USA

Reuters Exclusive- US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations:
– The U.S. military is preparing for the possibility of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two U.S. officials told Reuters, in what could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between the countries. The disclosure by the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the planning, raises the stakes for the diplomacy underway between the United States and Iran.
– Trump has amassed military forces in the region, raising fears of new military action. U.S. officials said on Friday the Pentagon was sending an additional aircraft carrier to the Middle East, adding thousands more troops along with fighter aircraft, guided-missile destroyers and other firepower capable of waging attacks and defending against them.
– Trump has repeatedly threatened to bomb Iran over its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and crushing of internal dissent. On Thursday, he warned the alternative to a diplomatic solution would “be very traumatic, very traumatic.” Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has warned that in case of strikes on Iranian territory, it could retaliate against any U.S. military base. The U.S. maintains bases throughout the Middle East, including in Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-military-preparing-potentially-weeks-long-iran-operations-2026-02-13/

MIDDLE EAST

Israeli cabinet approves West Bank land registration, Palestinians condemn ‘de-facto annexation’:
– Israel’s cabinet on Sunday approved further measures to tighten Israel’s control over the occupied West Bank and make it easier for settlers to buy land, a move Palestinians called a “de-facto annexation”. The West Bank is among the territories that Palestinians seek for a future independent state. Much of it is under Israeli military control, with limited Palestinian self-rule in some areas run by the Western-backed Palestinian Authority.
– Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing an election later this year, deems the establishment of any Palestinian state a security threat. His ruling coalition, which has a large voter base in the settlements, includes many members who want Israel to annex the West Bank, land captured in the 1967 Middle East war to which Israel cites biblical and historical ties.
– Ministers voted in favour of beginning a process of land registration for the first time since 1967, a week after approving another series of measures in the West Bank that drew international condemnation. “We are continuing the revolution of settlement and strengthening our hold across all parts of our land,” said far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.
– The Palestinian presidency condemned the step, saying it constitutes “a de-facto annexation of occupied Palestinian territory and a declaration of the commencement of annexation plans aimed at entrenching the occupation through illegal settlement activity.”
– Israeli settlement watchdog Peace Now said the measure could lead to dispossession of Palestinians from up to half of the West Bank.
– U.S. President Donald Trump has ruled out Israeli annexation of the West Bank but his administration has not sought to curb Israel’s accelerated settlement building.
– The United Nations’ highest court said in a non-binding advisory opinion in 2024 that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories and settlements there are illegal and should be ended as soon as possible. Israel disputes this view. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-cabinet-approves-west-bank-land-registration-palestinians-condemn-de-2026-02-15/

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– Malaga weather: winter heatwave to bring 24°C temperatures on Tuesday as rain clears
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– Should social media be treated like drugs? Spanish experts say yes
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/health/social-networks-adolescents-they-should-treated-they-20260216103816-nt.html
– Rincón de la Victoria insurance fraud: Court sentences couple for 50+ unauthorised policies
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On February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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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
March
– 3rd – Trip to Los Boliches Market, Fuengirola. €20pp
– 19th – Table Top Sale – Call if you have something to sell
– 27th – Trip to IKEA/Plaza Mayor & Guzmans Garden Centre €20pp. If you prefer to stay at IKEA or Plaza Mayor, we will pick you up on the way home
April
– 7th – Easter trip to Gibraltar, €20pp
– 26th/29th April – Mini break to Cadiz. Staying in the 4* Senator Spa Hotel (this hotel could change if we get a better deal) 3 nights, 4 days. Price includes ½ board Accommodation, wine with meals, drivers tip and 2 trips to Medina Sidonia and Jerez. €415 pp based on 2 sharing a double room. Single Occupancy €585. Deposit €150 pp non refundable unless the club cancels the trip. Travel Insurance required. For information call Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp); email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk.
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Frigiliana celebrates with its Carnival parade:
Saturday, February 21 with the Grand Parade through the streets of the town.
Parade and costume contest info, in Spanish: https://frigiliana.es/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Anuncio-bases-Carnaval-2026.pdf

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Carnival 2026 in Cómpeta: Sat, 21 Feb
The program will begin with a parade at 5pm from Plaza Almijara. Info: https://turismocompeta.com/es/agenda/eventodetalle/246/-/carnaval-2026

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Warning Note: Possible high winds & waves until 11:59pm Monday.

Latest Weather Alerts & Advisories For Andalucia: https://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?k=and

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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
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– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
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MANDY’S PAINTBOX

Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 34 years in Nerja area. NEW JOB PHOTOS.
Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside, large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos, all the furniture was spray painted. Call for advice. WhatsApp 680739577
Email: josiahamanda@gmail.com
My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” (left) and “after” (right) pics from my latest job.

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BLUCEE REAL ESTATE

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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, 2 items: From a smoke free home
– IKEA Hemnes bookcase. White stain and light brown wood. Approx measurements H197cm x W90cm x D37cm. Five shelves, four are adjustable and one fixed.
Excellent condition. 80€
– ‘Ria’ elegant 2 seater sofa in grey velour fabric. Approx measurements W150cm x D84cm x H78cm. As new (literally never been sat on!). Bought from Piramides in Caleta and is still available on their website with further photos and original price paid for it etc. Absolute bargain at 220€
Buyer collects both items.
Jane, Puente Don Manuel
jane.williams70@yahoo.co.uk
Whatsapp preferred 0044 7563 414014

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These 2 laptops are great deals as laptop prices skyrocket. I bought on pre-Christmas “flash sales” and pass the savings on to you. Only 3 remain in stock. Discounts of €100 & €220 off current prices !!!

For Sale: Brand New Powerful Business Grade Laptop
HP 15-FD0079NS
Special features for seniors: Large characters on keys + extra large touchpad.
15.6″ premium FHD Intel iRISxe display, 250 NIT.
Windows 11 Pro installed in English; Keyboard is Spanish.
1000Gb SSD M.2 hard drive, lots of room for large media collections.
16Gb ram, extra fast at 3200MHz.
Intel i5-1334U processor, 10 cores/12 threads, up to 4.6GHz!
Wifi 6, USB 3.2 x 2; USB-C x 1; HDMI; Dual speakers.
Battery, 7hrs, with fast-charge. Weight 1.59kg, 18.6mm thick. Factory warranty upon registration.
Price €450 cash. (€670 on Amazon.es, without Windows!), https://www.amazon.es/-/en/HP-Laptop-i5-1334U-Graphics-Operating/dp/B0D1YGX2NC/ Only one left in stock. DoctorLaptop, Torrox Costa
Email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com

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For Sale: Brand New Powerful Laptop- Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15
Windows 11 Pro. System, UK English. Keyboard, Spanish.
15.6″ Full HD IPS LCD (1920 x 1080) display with Acer BluelightShield to reduce blue light exposure.
512Gb SSD MVMe; 16 Gb RAM
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U (up to 4.3GHz), 6 core, 12 threads
3x USB 3.2; 1x USB-C; Wifi 6; HDMI 2.1; Bluetooth 5.1; Ethernet
Weight: 1.8kg. Mfg. date: 15Mar25 (Win 12 ready). Factory warranty upon registration.
Ref: https://store.acer.com/en-gb/acer-aspire-go-15-laptop-ag15-42p-silver
Price: €420 cash (£549.99 on Acer UK website, ) a great price for a solid, mid-line laptop! Only 2 left! DoctorLaptop, Torrox Costa
Email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com

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NEWS & ARTICLES

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SPAIN

A judge rejects the PSOE’s complaint against HazteOir for the tarpaulins and trucks in which it calls Sánchez “corrupt”: {Translation, summary}
– Madrid’s Investigating Court No. 12 has dismissed the probe into a large HazteOir banner near Congress on 19 May 2025, labelling Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez “corrupt.” Judge María Dolores Baeza ruled it protected political criticism, not inciting violence or hate, citing broader free speech limits for public figures per Constitutional Court and ECtHR precedents. Thus the PSOE’s injurias complaint failed (defamatory injury via public means).
– After the socialist’s denunciation, the banner was removed on the same day of its installation by order of another court, which held that it was a movement “clearly injurious” to the president’s “reputation.” Because there were no operatives from the installing company at that moment, the removal was carried out by the Madrid City Council Fire Brigade.
– HazteOir then persisted with bridge banners, a circulating truck, and they also used a projector to display onto the facade of Spain’s Congress of Deputies (near Madrid) the phrase “Sánchez Corrupto” (Sánchez Corrupt), images of which were widely shared online. This aligns with their tactics in cases like Begoña Gómez’s, using mafia-themed imagery.
– The judge affirmed such scrutiny is inherent to political office. It is based on the jurisprudence of the Constitutional Court and the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) which has determined that the “permissible limits of criticism are wider” when they are directed at people who hold public office, such as the President of the Government, compared to private individuals. Criticism, according to the judge, is “inseparable from any political office,” since those who hold them are more exposed to public scrutiny. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/jueza-rechaza-denuncia-psoe-hazteoir-lonas-camiones-llama-corrupto-sanchez_1_12989847.html

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Socialist Progressive Judges Oppose the Toughening of Sentences for Multiple Recidivists: {Translation, summary}
– Judges for Democracy (JJpD) expressed profound concern Saturday over Congress’s Thursday approval of tougher penalties for repeat minor theft and fraud under 400 euros. The JJpD claims this Junts-led reform, backed by PSOE, PP, Vox, PNV, and UPN, retreats from proportionality and rehabilitation principles, proving unnecessary with no real deterrent effect {despite contradictory evidence, see last 2 paragraphs}.
– Post-2022 data after stiffening rules for repeat thefts over 400 euros shows thefts rose over 20 per cent. Escalating jail to three years for minor acts breaches penal balance, burdens courts with complex trivial cases, delaying important trials, says the JJpD.
– JJpD demands more resources for swift recidivism detection, verification, and prosecution over mere punishment hikes. Punitive populism– longer jail terms to win votes by exploiting public fears of crime, crushes vulnerable groups, prioritising police control over prevention, criminalising poverty. Authorities must embrace restorative justice upholding constitutional safeguards instead.
– Spain holds Europe’s highest incarceration rates yet lowest crime figures. {So according to their own crime figures detention obviously does work to lower crime. Yet progressive judges want more repeat criminals on the streets? Please tell me who is handing out law degrees to people without an ounce of logic in their skulls. -Ed.}. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-jueces-democracia-ve-innecesario-efecto-disuasorio-real-endurecimiento-penas-multirreincidentes-20260214112321.html

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The PP launches a parliamentary offensive with 30 measures and the censure of Isabel Rodríguez for her “catastrophe” in Housing: {Translation, summary}
– The Popular Party launched a parliamentary offensive against the Government’s housing policies, seeking censure of Minister Isabel Rodríguez for her catastrophic management, ideological bias, and protection of squatters over citizens.
– It presented over 30 measures to tackle Spain’s housing emergency, where a 22-year-old needs 11 years’ salary for a modest home and young workers spend 92% of income on rent. Squatting complaints surged 34.5% from 2018-2024, affecting 78,800 homes with 230,000 squatters.
– PP blames Sánchez’s failed policies for elevating housing from 18th to top public concern per CIS data. Its plan demands construction of one million new homes through public-private partnerships, mobilisation of public land for affordable rentals, VAT reduction from 10% to 4% on first homes, income tax rebates for young workers’ first four years, tougher anti-squatting laws with 24-hour evictions, and enhanced legal protections for owners and tenants. VP Carmen Fúnez prioritised security for owners, tenants, and youth over squatters. Senate debate scheduled for 17-18 February. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-pp-lanza-ofensiva-parlamentaria-30-medidas-reprobacion-isabel-rodriguez-catastrofe-vivienda-20260214122009.html

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Eggs, coffee, vegetables and tropical fruits have risen by double digits in the last year: {Translation, summary}
– In the year to January 2026, Spanish food prices rose most sharply for eggs, up 30.7 per cent, followed by coffee at 13.1 per cent, fruit/vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers at 12.6 per cent, and tropical fruits at 11.8 per cent. Significant annual increases also affected chocolate, nuts, offal, and various fresh produce. Conversely, prices fell for vegetable oils, including a 24.1 per cent drop for olive oil, alongside sugar, potatoes, and pasta.
– Monthly data for January showed sharp rises in fruit/vegetables at 10.3 per cent and green legumes at 8.7 per cent. Methodological updates to the CPI basket now include modern items like avocados and blueberries, replacing outdated ones such as ties and handkerchiefs, while incorporating advanced data collection techniques for greater accuracy. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/macroeconomia-00338/noticia-huevos-cafe-hortalizas-frutas-tropicales-encarecen-doble-digito-ultimo-ano-20260215112241.html

AXARQUÍA

The wind storm has closed several roads in the Axarquía and the rest of the province: {Translation}
– The Axarquia, along with the Serrania de Ronda and the capital, are the areas most affected by rockfalls that have forced the Andalusian Regional Government and the Malaga Provincial Council to close a dozen roads to traffic.
– In the Axarquia region, the situation is particularly complicated on the A-7207 road, which connects Competa with Torrox {UPDATE: Now Re-opened}, and which had to be closed this Saturday due to a rockfall onto the carriageway. Likewise, the A-7206 passing through Sayalonga is also closed to traffic. Another affected road in the area is the MA-3102, in the municipal district of Colmenar, under provincial jurisdiction.
*Road closures across the rest of the province*
– The Malaga road network totals 12 roads closed and two with restrictions on heavy traffic. In the Guadalteba area and Serrania de Ronda, the incidents affect the MA-8401 (Benaojan to Cortes), the MA-8406, the MA-8302 in Genalguacil, the MA-7402 in Acinipo, and the A-2300 in Montecorto. Meanwhile, in the Casares area, the A-7150 remains closed.
– In the north of the province, the closures are located on the A-7202 in Archidona, the MA-6406 in Almargen, and the MA-6101 in Villanueva de Algaidas. In addition, the DGT has confirmed incidents on the N-331 passing through Antequera. Regarding restrictions, heavy vehicles are prohibited on the MA-7300 (Igualeja to Pujerra) and on the MA-8306 in Benalauria.
– The authorities recommend exercising extreme caution while driving and avoiding unnecessary journeys through rural areas while the strong gusts of wind continue to cause instability on the slopes of mountain roads. Source, Spanish:
https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-temporal-de-viento-mantiene-cortadas-varias-carreteras-en-la-axarquia-y-el-resto-de-la-provincia/

NERJA

Nerja Council Unanimously Rejects Maro Golf Course and Housing Plans: {Translation, summary}
– Nerja Town Council’s Pleno unanimously adopted two rejection agreements on a proposed golf course in Maro Vega by Sociedad Azucarera Larios Inmobiliaria SL. Specifically, they ruled inadmissible the request to initiate proceedings for the golf course itself and denied initial approval for the required PGOU modification to allow associated housing and hotels.
– In Spanish administrative terms, “adopting agreements” means formally passing resolutions– even ones that reject proposals outright. Councillor Alberto Tomé cited a report from Andalusia’s Legal Services, requiring processing under the current LISTA law (not the repealed LOUA, as developers wanted). Municipal experts had previously flagged this. Tomé emphasised compliance with technical and legal reports from competent bodies to ensure procedural security and sound territorial planning in Nerja. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-pleno-del-ayuntamiento-de-nerja-inadmite-a-tramite-el-proyecto-de-campo-de-golf-en-maro-y-deniega-la-aprobacion-de-la-modificacion-del-pgou-para-su-desarrollo/

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The search for Iain Stanley, a 79-year-old British citizen who disappeared in Nerja, is activated: {Translation, summary}
– The Civil Guard continues an urgent search for 79-year-old British national Iain Stanley, missing in Nerja since 14:00 on Wednesday, 11 February—last spotted near Perla Marina hotel. He departed his home on central Avenida Antonio Ferrandis ‘Chanquete’ without his mobile phone or passport, prompting his wife to file a missing person report the next day, Thursday. Notably, he has no known conditions impairing mobility, adding to the mystery; he wore black jeans, a shirt, and blue jacket.
A taxi driver’s claim of driving him to Torrox on Friday at 13:30 remains unverified after site checks yielded no evidence. Investigators scour Nerja CCTV footage and witness accounts to trace his path, with no breakthroughs yet. The local British expat community circulates his photo via social media and groups. Security forces request tips via 062 or nearest station amid growing concern in the coastal town. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/buscan-iain-stanley-britanico-anos-desaparecido-nerja-20260214110738-nt_amp.html

FRIGILIANA

Endesa invests nearly 500,000 euros in strengthening the electricity supply of Frigiliana: {Translation, summary}
– A team of specialized technicians from the electricity company has installed more than two kilometres of new medium-voltage cabling, which has made it possible to establish a dual power supply in the town, i.e., two alternative supply routes. This configuration guarantees continuity of service, since, in the event of a temporary incident on one of the lines, the other will automatically come into operation, avoiding interruptions in the electricity supply.
– In addition to this action, remote control equipment has been installed, allowing remote action to be taken in the event of any need, reducing response times in the event of incidents. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/endesa-invierte-cerca-de-500-000-euros-en-reforzar-el-suministro-electrico-de-frigiliana/

CÓMPETA

The road between Cómpeta and Torrox reopened after completing the cleaning work: {Translation, summary}
– The A-7207 road, which connects the municipalities of Cómpeta and Torrox, has been reopened to traffic after the conservation teams have managed to completely clear the roadway in less than 24 hours.
– The work has focused on the removal of the large rock that prevented the passage of vehicles after the landslide recorded the previous day. In addition, the workers have also removed a huge detached tree that blocked the road, thus guaranteeing the safety of the route before allowing circulation again. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/reabierta-carretera-competa-torrox-trabajos-limpieza-tras-caer-roca/

EUROPE

United States Secretary of State Rubio urges Europe to join Trump’s nationalist vision and calls for a new Western alliance based on “culture, heritage, and Christian values”: {Translation, summary}
– In his address to the Munich Security Conference, United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged European powers to embrace the nationalist worldview promoted by President Donald Trump and to abandon what he labelled the “deception” of liberal democracies and the rules-based international order. Rubio traced this supposed decline to the end of the Cold War, when, he argued, the West adopted “a dogmatic vision of free and unrestricted trade” and a “climate cult” that led to “the impoverishment of society.” He warned that pursuit of “a world without borders” had unleashed mass migration, endangering social cohesion and cultural continuity.
– While emphasising that “we want Europe to be strong,” Rubio called for a sweeping reform of global institutions, beginning with the United Nations, which he said has “no answers and at present plays practically no role.” He insisted that nations must prioritise their own “vital interests” over any “so-called global order.”
– Echoing but tempering the previous year’s hard-line remarks by Vice President JD Vance, Rubio framed his vision around “national culture,” “Christian values,” and the defence of Western civilisation. Declaring that “we are the children of Europe,” he recalled Europe’s central role in shaping the United States and cited Spain as the birthplace “of the romance” with the cowboy ideal. He called for allies proud of their heritage and ready to defend a shared civilisation, concluding that only by strengthening this common identity could the West reclaim its place in the world and confront “the forces of destruction.” Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-rubio-tiende-mano-europa-nueva-realidad-amparo-nacionalismo-abanderado-donald-trump-20260214093553.html

…Meanwhile, Von der Leyen Embraces European Union Isolationism just minutes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio proclaimed to the same attendees the end of the “deception” of liberal democracies and proposed to Europe a new model of relations under the aegis of the nationalism of US President Donald Trump…

Von der Leyen proclaims that the European Union “no longer has any choice” but to foster its group independence in a “fractured world”: {Translation, summary}
– European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared at the Munich Security Conference that current reality has imposed on the European Union the decision to foster its group independence against internal and external threats, because “it no longer has any choice” in a “fractured and hostile world”. Speaking minutes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s call to abandon liberal democracies, she demanded self-sufficiency for the European Union “in all dimensions affecting our security and prosperity: defence and energy, economy and trade, raw materials and digital technology”.
– “Some might say that the word ‘independence’ contradicts our transatlantic bond. But the truth is the opposite. An independent Europe is a strong Europe. And a strong Europe strengthens the transatlantic alliance,” she assured. Citing Ukraine as “shock therapy” with defence spending up 80 per cent in 2025 versus pre-2022, von der Leyen urged implementing “the European mutual defence clause” from Article 42, as “no taboo can remain unanswered”.
– This would form the backbone of a new Security Strategy using “all our political tools: trade, finance, standards, data, critical infrastructures, technological platforms, and information”. “In Europe we must be prepared and willing to use our strength assertively and proactively to protect our security interests,” she concluded, defining independence as defending territory, economy, democracy, and way of life.
– {Funny how these independence defining items mentioned by Von der Leyen are actually constantly under threat from this Agenda 2030 pushing hypocrite:
* Defending territory? She supports mass migration, of mainly military aged men.
* Economy? She is wrecking that with failed Globalist programs, unpopular green programs, Ukraine handouts (€100 billion since 2022) & health-related financial disasters.
* Democracy? She supports unelected officials making decisions for the public.
* Way of life? She wants us in 15-Minute cities, without private vehicles, requiring both a digital-ID to leave those cities and digital wallets to replace cash. She expects Europeans to change their culture to be more migrant friendly, for us to reject our customs that may offend new arrivals. Are you ready to give up your dogs and your alcohol just to please your uninvited guests? You ladies ready to wear burkas & hijabs whenever you go out in public to avoid infringing on the sensibilities of newcomers? How does all that protect your way of life? -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-von-der-leyen-proclama-europa-ya-no-tiene-mas-eleccion-fomentar-independencia-mundo-fracturado-20260214110132.html

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We don’t need no stinkin’ consensus! – Lagarde says Trump’s “kick in the ass” to Europe has brought European leaders closer together, “That must continue”: {Translation, summary}
– Christine Lagarde, ECB President, hailed Donald Trump’s hostile stance towards Europe as a “kick in the ass” that has tightly united European leaders, urging this solidarity to endure. Quoting founders Jean Monnet and Robert Schuman, she affirmed Europe forges ahead and coalesces in crises. She endorsed multi-speed integration, allowing willing nations to advance sans full consensus, exemplified by 24 of 27 states approving a 90 billion euro Ukraine aid loan despite three opt-outs. Unanimity remains ideal, but its absence need not paralyse progress, provided leaders and publics accept differentiated paces.
– Estonian PM Kristen Michal disagreed, warning of proliferating “onion layers” of varying speeds in defence, technology, and finance, insisting unity in diversity fortifies Europe most. Lagarde’s vision prioritises pragmatic momentum; Michal champions cohesion. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/lagarde-asegura-que-patada-culo-trump-europa-ha-unido-mas-los-lideres-europeos-eso-debe-continuar_6934414_0.html

GASTRONOMIA

The ‘hidden’ restaurant in Estepona, 200m from a fish market, has the freshest fish and the best fried dishes; with its own Repsol Solete award: {Translation, summary}
– La Escollera stands as a bastion of Malaga’s premier seafood, offering the province’s freshest fish and peerless fried fish from its unassuming nook at number 10, Puerto Pesquero, Estepona’s vibrant fishing port, less than 200 metres from the Estepona fish market. This 86-year family mainstay secures daily dawn hauls of pristine catch, ensuring unrivalled quality in every dish.
– Honoured with Repsol Guide Solete and the 2024 Academia Gastronómica de Malaga’s People’s Prize for Best Malagueñan Fried Fish, it beckons with a fishmonger’s vitrine where patrons handpick their bounty for masterful preparation. Sizzling pescaíto frito reigns supreme, alongside grilled fish, mariscos, and tapas echoing grandmother’s 1940 home-cooked legacy. Repsol lauds it for capturing “true Malagueñan fish essence.”
– Portions are generous, averaging a mere 12 euros, delivering hearty value without compromise. Expect relentless queues for this hidden jewel.
Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 11.00 to 16.30 and 20.00 to 23.00; Sunday, 11.00 to 16.30. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/02/13/restaurante-malaga-oculto-pasos-lonja-pescaito-fresco-mejor-fritura-solete-respol-escollera-puerto-estepona-dv-126800554.html & Video Link

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HEALTH

On Monday, the SAS sets the minimum services to be provided for a monthly series of week-long strikes by more than 30,000 doctors: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Health Service will launch from Monday until February 20 a minimum service scheme necessary to manage a series of week-long medical strikes planned for coming months. The measure is framed in a schedule of strikes that the medical unions, including the Andalusian Medical Union (SMA), plan to repeat on a regular basis.
– According to the official planning, the minimum services set for this first week will be replicated in new monthly calls until June. The Board maintains that the plan seeks to sustain essential care activity during the days of protest. The weeks involved are: from 16 to 20 February; from 16 to 20 March; from 27 to 30 April; from 18 to 22 May; and from 15 to 19 June.
– Specifically, “in emergencies, critical care and deliveries, the care activity of a Sunday or holiday will be guaranteed.” The guideline aims to ensure continuity of care in processes that do not allow delay, even with reduced scheduled activity.
The document adds that the services “will guarantee 100% of the diagnostic tests and urgent activities that are carried out on a Sunday or public holiday.” This point places the focus on explorations and actions whose delay may compromise the clinical prognosis. In addition, specific procedures considered priority are included: ovarian punctures for obtaining oocytes, hemodynamics, dialysis, radiation therapies, chemotherapies and oncological surgery. It is also contemplated, “in general, care and support activities that guarantee continuity of care in this type of patients.”
– For hospitalizations, the order introduces a coverage criterion linked to severity. It is indicated that “treatment must be guaranteed to patients who, due to their morbidity, require immediate assistance, not exceeding 50% of personnel of a working day in the day from 8.00 to 15.00 hours.” {That doesn’t sound particularly encouraging now does it? -Ed.}
– It has also detailed that the strike from 9 to 12 December 2025 resulted in the suspension of 212,471 consultations in Primary Care; 4,044 affected surgical interventions; 18,181 diagnostic tests and 95,773 hospital outpatient consultations. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/sas-activa-lunes-servicios-minimos-semana-huelga-que-estan-convocados-mas-30000-medicos/202602151040273213845.html

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Medical worker hiring scandal– The PP demands an audit on the MIR exams and asks the Government to be responsible for the “chaos caused”: {Translation, summary}
– The Popular Party has submitted a non-legislative proposal in the Congress of Deputies urging the Government to order an immediate, external and independent audit of the 2025/2026 Specialised Health Training process, which includes the MIR exams. The initiative responds to widespread complaints from candidates and the MIR Spain Association about irregularities that, according to the PP, have damaged transparency and trust in the system.
– The party lists multiple incidents: delays in official timetables, flaws in exam materials, leaks of confidential information, errors in grading, and the mass resignation of the expert committee appointed to design the tests. It calls for the complete publication of audit results, the assumption of political responsibility by Sánchez’s Government, and the adoption of reforms through dialogue with healthcare professionals.
– The PP further highlights a severe shortage of doctors, noting that more than 4,500 Primary Care positions remain vacant. At the same time, the Government has only expanded the number of MIR training places (the mandatory residency programme for doctors to specialise) by 36 posts in Primary Care for the 2025/2026 session. In practice, that increase is negligible compared with the thousands of vacancies. It concludes that Spain’s public healthcare system is now “frozen”, with record levels of protest and strike action. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-pp-exige-auditoria-examenes-mir-pide-responsabilidades-gobierno-caos-provocado-20260214094350.html

SPORTS

Olympics News- Controversy at the Winter Olympics over lack of condoms and prostitutes, “They promised us more, but…”: {Translation, summary}
– The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics have ignited talk of condom scarcity, with athletes lamenting the rapid depletion of 10,000 units in just 72 hours despite assurances of replenishment. A record spike in sexual service demands accompanies the scandal.
– This continues a tradition begun at the 1988 Seoul Games, where Olympic villages first provided condoms to promote safe sex and STI prevention among athletes and young people. For comparison, Paris 2024 distributed over 300,000 prophylactics, averaging two per athlete daily, highlighting the current Games’ stark shortfall.
– Meanwhile, SimpleMedia analysis of SimpliEscort data uncovers a surge in escort services being offered across local online portals since the event’s start: Milan leads with 23 per cent growth, followed by Cortina d’Ampezzo at 12 per cent, Valtellina (including Bormio and Livigno) at 6 per cent, and Val di Fiemme plus Anterselva at 3 per cent. An escort source notes demand flows from competitors, sponsors, delegation staff, and journalists alike, all eager to unwind. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/deportes/2026/02/14/controversia-juegos-olimpicos-invierno-falta-126835106.html

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

DeepSeek AI admits to me that the AI designers are engaged in behavioural modification of users– This is why I refuse to use AI research, it can’t even handle basic translations from provided text, how can it be trusted for more difficult tasks?: {DigameXtra Exclusive}
– I’ve found a few basic operations flaws while experimenting with AI, common to all the major AIs. I’m a techie, trained to track down bugs in the system– that’s what I do. In the beginning of the AI invasion, just over a year ago, users were encouraged to use very detailed prompts to achieve the desired result. Now all the AIs have lost the ability to follow detailed instructions. You now have to figure out how the AI wants to be asked things to get the desired result. This is a major shift, and a huge step backwards for users. Apparently it was an AI training process– learn what users usually want from all the tasks they request, figure out the most efficient was to process that, and then change the system to limit replies to prompts, no longer following detailed instructions, but providing what the AI has determined is acceptable to most users. User behaviour modification for the benefit of AI economy is what I think it comes down to. Limiting responses saves on data processing and uses less energy. Another bait & switch!
– See in image below, where I get DeepSeek AI to explain this all to me in detail.

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– Spain recalls popular Alkimia and Stetic tattoo and make-up inks over toxic chemical levels
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/health/recall-several-tattoo-and-makeup-inks-that-20260212124428-nt.html
– Malaga rail: state infrastructure company locates another problematic point in high-speed line
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/the-highspeed-railway-malaga-adif-will-have-20260213091533-nt.html
– Costa Tropical on alert: emergency protocols over ‘narco-boat’ sightings; Cliffs of Cerro Gordo & Los Berengueles cove, and the Marina del Este port in Almuñécar have seen a surge in sightings over the last two weeks {pic}
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SPAIN

Endesa attributes the blackout to the poor design of the system’s planning by Red Eléctrica, costing the public €1billion+: {Translation, summary}
– Endesa’s CEO, José Bogas {pic}, told the Senate inquiry that Red Eléctrica programmed Spain’s power system with too little conventional synchronous generation, creating risks that could have caused the nationwide blackout of 28 April. He argued that the operator relied heavily on intermittent renewables without sufficient tools for dynamic voltage control, and failed to adjust the schedule to ensure system security. Bogas rejected Red Eléctrica’s version, which blames irregular disconnections at twelve plants and company decisions on generation offers, stressing that the operator always has the final say on which units run.
– He insisted Endesa’s plants complied with regulations and did not disconnect improperly. Since the blackout, a reinforced operation has doubled ancillary service costs to an estimated 1,100 million euros, ultimately borne by consumers. Bogas still described Spain’s energy and climate plan as good and ambitious, but outdated in light of new challenges. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/economia/endesa-atribuye-apagon-mal-diseno-planificacion-sistema-20260212122436-ntrc_amp.html

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The police report that many immigrants “with criminal records” claim to have lost their passports in order to gain access to new residency program: {Translation, summary}
– Spain’s National Police has detected a sharp rise in lost passport reports, especially among irregular immigrants from Pakistan (up 866%), Algeria (356%), Morocco (114%), and Colombia (35%). Many of these complaints are allegedly false and used to prove residence in Spain before 31 December 2025, making applicants eligible for the Government’s mass regularisation plan.
– Police have found that some claimants had criminal histories or used false identities. Authorities now urge strict identity checks for undocumented foreigners submitting such reports. Meanwhile, police unions and the Civil Guard criticise the decree for allowing applicants to replace official criminal record certificates with self-signed declarations if their home countries do not respond within a month. They warn this loophole could enable people with serious criminal pasts to be legalised without adequate background checks. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/se-disparan-los-inmigrantes-que-denuncian-perdida-pasaporte-para-regularizarse-muchos-casos-con-antecedentes-penales_6933239_0.html

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Spain asks for new EU handouts– Brussels to activate the agricultural reserve fund to compensate the countryside for the storms: {Translation, summary}
– {Interesting how Spain won’t pay their share of EU defence funds, has spent only 68% of the EU Covid Recovery funds it ‘urgently’ begged for, and is planning on flooding the EU with quasi-leagal immigrants, yet expects generous EU financial support for disaster damages. See following article where Sanchez is NOT invited to join the other 19 major EU country leaders in a critical conclave Thursday morning. -Ed.}
– Spain’s Agriculture Minister Luis Planas has requested activation of the EU’s 450 million euro annual crisis agricultural fund to aid farmers hit by recent storms in Andalusia. He began a three-day tour of damaged areas in Huelva, Cadiz, Seville and Cordoba to assess destruction, consult locals and plan aid. Spain, a top beneficiary, received 68 million euros in 2025 for floods and drought, and 81 million in 2023 for drought.
– Access to many farms remains limited amid forecasts of more rain, but evaluations will soon go to Brussels, aided by Commissioner Christophe Hansen’s visit. Huelva reports 2,400 hectares affected across 5,200 plots, threatening its 96% share of national berry production. The government has declared emergency zones and prepares compensation alongside regional and local authorities. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/espana-pide-bruselas-activar-fondo-agricola-reserva-compensar-campo-borrascas_6933413_0.html

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Pariah Sánchez Snubbed at EU Pre-Summit by Berlin-Rome Axis: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez {pic} was excluded from a coordination meeting organised by Germany, Italy, and Belgium ahead of the EU leaders’ informal competitiveness summit at Alden Biesen Castle in Belgium. Promoted by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni {pic}, and Belgian PM Bart de Wever, the gathering drew 19 leaders including Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen, but snubbed Spain.
– Spanish officials view such side events as undermining EU principles and hindering solutions. Despite prior complaints of not being invited being conveyed to Italy via unspecified channels, Sánchez raised no objection during a later personal chat with Meloni on the summit’s margins. Italian sources confirmed the brief exchange stayed cordial, sidestepping the invitation slight. Moncloa described inter-state communications as routine, though tensions linger over the perceived side-lining of Spain. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-sanchez-evita-queja-directa-meloni-reunion-lideres-previa-cumbre-no-fue-invitado-20260212173234.html

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PSOE Routed- Five Crushing Defeats in Congress Opener: {Translation, summary}
– The PSOE (centre/far left) suffered five key defeats in Spain’s Congress first ordinary plenary of 2026. First, a PP (right) bill mandating parliamentary votes on military spending credits advanced despite PSOE opposition, aided by PNV, Junts, and BNG abstentions. Second, the chamber approved censuring Transport Minister Óscar Puente over deadly rail crashes in Adamuz and Gélida, killing 47. Third, PSOE’s motion condemning Donald Trump’s unilateralism failed. Fourth and fifth, two points of an ERC self-employed workers motion passed with PP and Sumar support. These losses highlight PSOE’s fragility, with opposition splitting votes to exploit divisions; Junts’ non-opposition proved pivotal. Far from the 2024 record of 23 defeats in one day, they still add to broader PSOE woes including five other decree-laws and two bills overturned this term. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-psoe-cosecha-cinco-nuevas-derrotas-primer-pleno-ordinario-congreso-2026-20260212131343.html

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Feijóo calls for safety checks on all dams in Spain: “We can’t have a repeat of the blackout or the train disasters”: {Translation, summary}
– Feijóo {pic}, president of the PP, urged a nationwide safety review of Spain’s dams after recent heavy rains, particularly in Andalusia, warning against repeats of the blackout or Adamuz rail disaster. Visiting flooded Jerez de la Frontera with Andalusian leaders, he noted Spain leads the EU with about 2,400 dams (1,000 large), needing urgent checks on maintenance, drainage, and gates amid record water levels and infrastructure stress. He called for a national water plan to tackle droughts and floods, including dam upkeep for safe living near reservoirs, arguing better coordination would ease management. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/cadiz-00351/noticia-feijoo-pide-revisar-seguridad-todas-presas-espana-no-puede-ocurrir-apagon-ave-20260212105421.html

ANDALUCÍA

Andalusia demands an additional €3.253 billion per year to match Catalonia’s per person funding: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusia’s Finance Councillor Carolina Espana {pic} criticised the new regional financing model proposed by Maria Jesus Montero, demanding 3,253 million euros more to match Catalonia’s per capita funding, dubbing it “Montero-Junqueras”. Citing Fedea {Fundación de Estudios de Economía Aplicada, a leading Spanish think tank}, she highlighted Andalusia’s ongoing deficit of 1,528 million and 183 euros below average per inhabitant, projecting only a modest gain leaving it 3.8 points under the 100 average. Espana accused the model of favouring Catalan separatism via climate and SME funds, offset by unreliable Interterritorial Compensation, and invading fiscal autonomy with hidden tax hikes.
– She vowed not to accept Andalusians valued less than others. Opposition varied: PSOE-A’s Alicia Murillo noted the proposed 4,846 million gain plus 960 million FCI exceeds prior Junta demands; PP-A’s Ascension Hita decried Montero’s “deceptions”; Vox’s Cristina Jimenez called it socialist payoffs to separatists; Adelante Andalucia’s Jose Ignacio Garcia deemed it insufficient and ordinality unjust. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/andalucia-reclama-3-253-millones_0_2005880709.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Vélez-Málaga offers 2,500 places in occupational workshops for Seniors: {Translation, summary}
– Vélez-Málaga Town Council has launched a new round of occupational workshops for older residents, offering 2,500 places in activities such as dance, memory training, digital skills, painting, theatre, choir, guitar and gentle exercise, spread across ten senior centres in the municipality. The programme follows last year’s model and is presented as a strategic policy to promote healthy habits, lifelong learning and social participation among older people, with activities chosen through more than 1,500 user surveys. In parallel, the council has opened registration for a new edition of the Seniors’ Classroom, run with the University of Málaga since 2007, which this year focuses particularly on women’s role in history, art, science and society. This university-style course offers 130 places, runs from February to May at the Centro del Exilio, and requires 70 per cent attendance to gain a certificate, complemented by a free cultural excursion to Málaga. The Culture Department encourages interested residents to participate. Further information is available at municipal offices or by calling 667 389 530. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/velezmalaga-ofrece-2500-plazas-talleres-ocupacionales-mayores-20260113125312-nt_amp.html

TORRE DEL MAR

Torre del Mar celebrates its Tapa Route with 28 participants: {Translation, summary}
– Twenty-eight participating establishments, an estimated consumption of 40,000 tapas, and an estimated economic impact of over €300,000. These are the optimistic figures surrounding the Torre del Mar Tapas Route, which will celebrate its 14th edition from February 27 to March 22.
– Ten thousand passports will be issued, which can be picked up at the Tourist Office or at participating establishments. With the passport, customers can enjoy a tapa with a drink (beer, house wine, soft drink, or water) for a single price of €4 {ouch}. In addition, there is the option of having the tapa with a special Victoria 10 beer for an extra €0.50.
– The voting system will allow customers to rate each tapa from 1 to 5, thus determining the winning establishment. In addition, those who complete the passport or reach a minimum number of stamps will be eligible to participate in prize draws, including €600 in ACET (Association of Merchants and Entrepreneurs of Torre del Mar) money and 28 tasting dinners for two people.
– Full details at: https://www.rutadelatapatorredelmar.es/
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/torre…

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the Spoon Route with 27 restaurants and 3,700 euros in prizes: {Translation}
– Gastronomy will take centre stage in Rincón de la Victoria from February 20 to March 1, as the fifth edition of the Ruta de la Cuchara (Spoon Route) is celebrated, with 27 restaurants participating this year.
– The establishments will offer a spoon dish or stew accompanied by a drink (beer, soft drink, or water) at a single price of €4. The route will include local, traditional Malaga and even international cuisine, such as cachorreña soup with cod, fennel stew, pringá cannelloni with Iberian ham, red tuna casserole with crispy skin, goat stew with mushrooms or black beans à la jucateca, among others.
– The organization will award three prizes for the best dishes, with €1,000 for first place, €700 for second place, and €500 for third place, in addition to a trophy. There will also be a special audience award worth €500.
– The public who participate will be able to vote for their favourite restaurant and enter a draw for five prizes of €200 each, which will be awarded in the form of a checkbook to be spent at the participating establishments, so that all the prizes have a direct impact on the local hospitality industry. To take part in the draw, it will be necessary to visit at least four restaurants in two different towns and cast a vote. The winning dishes and establishments will be announced at a public event, which will also include the draw for the five checkbooks.
– A professional jury will visit the establishments anonymously to evaluate the gastronomic offerings. Visitors will be provided with a route map containing all the information about the initiative, which will also be available on Google Maps.
– Participating establishments: The restaurants participating in this edition are: Absoluto, Alma Playa, Baluarte, Bar Miramar, Bendita Katalina, Bodega La Niña Inés, Café Bar Gala, Café D’Luna, Casa Celia, Chambao de María, Chiringuito El Muro Playa, El Abuelo, Evohé, Jul, La Chiflá, La Finca, La Perla Restaurante, La Quisquillosa Playa, LACALIZA, La Perla, Leche y Mie, Liceo Playa, Paka Paya, Puerto Niza Brasería, Restaurante El Invernadero, Sabor a Campo, Taberna Casa Eduardo, and Taberna El Portón.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/rincon-victoria-ruta-cuchara-restaurantes-3700-20260212132803-nt_amp.html

GASTRONOMIA

The restaurant ‘hidden’ in a gas station in Malaga that is offers gourmet sushi dishes for only 3 euros: {Translation, summary}
– ‘Hanna Fubuki Sushi Bar’, hailed as one of Malaga’s top sushi spots, operates uniquely from a caravan and tent beside the Shell petrol station pumps in Alhaurin de la Torre. Drivers often stop from curiosity but return for fresh, flavourful dishes praised as the province’s finest, with low prices drawing crowds. Starters like edamame or ceviche flower start at €3, alongside makis (tuna, salmon) from €3.50s, uramakis (salmon tartare, avocado-prawn, yellowtail) from €7s, and premium aburi options with sirloin, foie, or eel. Usuzukuri slices (salmon, red tuna, etc.) begin at €12, complemented by varied specialities. Social media raves like “best sushi ever,” “simply brilliant” underscore its loyal following since opening, with others noting affordability, quality, and quirky petrol-forecourt charm into the Malaga standout. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/02/11/restaurante-escondido-gasolinera-malaga-arrasando-platos-sushi-tres-euros-dv-126719149.html & Video Link

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Restaurants to celebrate Valentine’s Day:
– Ménade Restaurant, in Vélez-Málaga. Proprietors ‘Los Pablos’ have put together a menu featuring a starter, a main course, and dessert for €45 per person, drinks not included. Guests will be able to taste crispy stroganoff lasagna, gratinated leeks, prawn cannelloni and seasonal fish, or creamy rice with shrimp, truffle, and Iberian pork jowl. Pablo Vega and Pablo Domínguez – the Pablos – will also offer a special menu at Esto es Jauja, their other restaurant. There, in Torre del Mar, they’ll prepare patatas bravas, 20 pieces of sushi, and a bottle of wine for €40 per couple.
– In the city of El Torcal (de Antequera), Arte de Cozina has planned a special menu in the purest Charo Carmona style, with historic local dishes . For €49 (or €59 with drinks), guests can enjoy a scarlet salad, sobrehusa of frigate tuna {Video Link}, Iberian pork roll, and retinta beef medallions. Dessert will be a ricotta heart with sweet trifles.
– The Japo, in Benalmádena, has devised an Asian-style pass at the price of 70 euros with drinks included and live music to liven up the evening. It includes a selection of makis, beef tataki and a blackcurrant mousse to finish off the experience. For romantics, they even give the option of finishing off the experience with a massage and a night in a hotel at the Higuerón Resort.
– Michelin starred Muelle Uno in Port of Malaga has planned a special ten-course menu that includes a bottle of Laurent Perrier champagne and a signed gift book for €440. It can be enjoyed now, and through the 14th, by reservation, and includes, among other things, his famous sunflower seed polvorón, white garlic with mango and smoked eel, salmon trout {rainbow trout prepared to mimic the colour, texture & flavour of salmon} with beurre blanc, shallots and whipped celery cream, and Iberian sirloin in papillote {sealed in a folded pouch of parchment paper & baked}, crispy potatoes and Café de Paris sauce with mustard {butter with Dijon mustard, shallots, garlic, fresh tarragon, parsley, chives, capers, anchovies, curry powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice}. To top off the experience, a romantic dessert of natural vanilla cream, raspberry sorbet, and pink meringue crunch.
See more suggestions, in Spanish, source article: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/love-the-air-restaurantes-celebrar-san-valentin-20260206192909-nt_amp.html

HEALTH

Another Dead Patient & Another Massive Malpractice Award The Public Will Pay- Medical resident in training makes huge blunder resulting in death of baby- hospital outrageously denies responsibility as they always do, judge disagrees: {Translation, summary}
– The High Court of Justice of Murcia has condemned the Virgen de la Arrixaca Hospital for flagrant medical negligence that caused the death of a ten month old baby. Despite clear signs of scarlet fever and explicit warnings from the parents that the child’s sister was infected, the resident doctor on duty failed to perform a simple diagnostic test, ignored the risk of contagion, and discharged the baby without antibiotic treatment. Within 24 hours, the infection developed into toxic shock and proved fatal. {This ‘resident student doctor in training’ should be banned from medical practice. If there is no punishment to this trainee, others will continue to do the same. -Ed}
– The court’s judgment exposes glaring failures in clinical protocol and supervision. It underlined that even basic medical judgement should have recognised the obvious threat, without the need for a written guideline. The judges ruled that the hospital’s refusal to assume responsibility and its attempt to blame the parents was unacceptable. The staff’s decision to send the child home without consulting senior doctors reflects a deep institutional negligence and a lack of safety culture within the regional health service.
– By awarding 210,000 euros in damages, the court acknowledged not only the fatal error of an inexperienced practitioner but also the wider failure of the hospital system to ensure qualified oversight and patient protection.
– {I have repeatedly warned readers about resident doctors and students, not identifying them selves as such but masquerading as full MDs, making major medical errors. It has happened to me several times over the years until I figured it out. Always demand to see a “doctor’s” ID badge before letting them attend to you (see following article). If the ID says student or resident, demand to be treated by a “real” doctor, or at least that a real MD actively supervise your treatment by the trainee. If they refuse, demand to see the hospital Ombudsman immediately and file a complaint. If they say the Ombudsman is unavailable, immediately call your lawyer and have them establish the complaint, to ensure proper documentation, as you have a potentially winning lawsuit, but everything must be documented. While other hospital administrators will claim the “small print” permits the use of trainees– you are not their “training subject” and have no obligation to be treated as such! In fact, I strongly recommend a new law requiring all trainees in any profession must clearly identify themselves as such before initiation any work. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/salud/indemnizan-220000-euros-padres-bebe-muerto-tras-20260212123256-ntrc_amp.html

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Papers Please! The Malaga College of Nursing warns of an increase in forgeries to certify fictitious nursing status: {Translation, summary}
– The Official College of Nursing of Malaga has expressed its concern over the rise in cases of forged documents attesting to the status of nurse, “a situation that poses a grave risk to patient safety, care quality, and trust in the healthcare system”. This has been reinforced by recent arrest regarding a local nurse working without the required qualification or compulsory registration.
– Faced with this scenario, the College has sent a letter to both public and private institutions to voice its concern and remind them of the legal obligations governing professional practice. “Nursing is a regulated, titled, and registered healthcare profession, meaning only those holding the official qualification and properly registered may practise it “, the College has emphasised.
– In this regard, it reminds employers, both public and private, of their duty to rigorously verify the authenticity of documentation submitted by healthcare professionals prior to procedures or hiring.
– Moreover, the institution has insisted that this verification must not be confined to the initial hiring stage but conducted periodically. “It is the employer’s obligation to check registration at least every three years, as a control mechanism and guarantee that the professional continues to meet all legal requirements”, it stated. It also stressed that registration is not a mere administrative formality but an essential safeguard for the public, as “it certifies that the registrant holds the enabling official qualification, has professional liability insurance, is not barred from practice, and adheres to the Code of Ethics and Deontology governing nursing”.
– To prevent professional intrusion and document forgery, the Official College of Nursing of Malaga issues official certificates, enabling secure confirmation of professional standing. It also provides employers and the public with a public register of registered professionals, accessible via its website for simple and transparent checks; you may want to bookmark this site as it was hard to find [ https://colenfermalaga.com/ventanilla-unica/censo-de-colegiados ]. Likewise, it has a dedicated section for reporting suspected intrusion cases, allowing anyone to flag irregularities or concerns. Source, Spanish:https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/colegio-enfermeria-malaga-aumento-falsificaciones-acreditar-condicion-enfermero_0_2005886452.html

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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)
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EL PUENTE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

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).

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Torrox begins the Carnival with a great gala next Friday, February 13:
– Torrox will kick off Carnival 2026 with a great gala on Friday, February 13 from 6:00 p.m., at the Villa de Torrox Municipal Theater. Tickets can be purchased from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the theatre’s box office by card payment, as well as through the official website {I couldn’t find this link anywhere, the link on the poster does not display this event}, with the box office remaining open until one hour before the show. The solidarity bar will be active throughout the gala and will be managed by the AECC of Torrox. At the end of the gala, the traditional distribution of fried eggs with garlic will take place.
– The Torrox Carnival parade will be held the next day, Sat, 14 Feb, through the historic centre, departing at 5:00 p.m. from La Almedina.
– The celebrations will continue the following week with the Carnival of El Morche , scheduled for Saturday, February 21.

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SPAIN

Brussels demands that Spain “guarantee” that its regularisation of immigrants does not harm the rest of the EU: {Translation, summary}
– The EU authorities on Tuesday went a step beyond their initial assessment of the Spanish government’s controversial plan to extraordinarily regularize half a million immigrants, an initiative on which Brussels maintained that it fell within the competences of each EU partner. This time they have called the attention of Pedro Sánchez’s government to ensure that its application will not have “negative consequences” in the rest of the club’s member countries, for example, that people who receive a residence permit do not later settle in another State of the Union.
– “Migration is a shared challenge between Member States and the European Union (…). Some matters remain the responsibility of the States themselves, but at the same time that responsibility means that each member must ensure that its decisions do not have negative consequences in other parts of the European Union. It is a general principle of our Union,” said the European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner {pic}, during a debate dedicated to regularisation in Spain in the plenary session of the European Parliament. In this sense, he warned that there are “clear rules” that must be taken into account when promoting national regularization plans, for example, that if a beneficiary of the measure is detected residing illegally in another member state “he must return to the country where the permit was granted.”
– The debate on extraordinary regularisation in Spain and its consequences for the rest of the borderless Schengen area featured dozens of interventions this Tuesday from both Spanish MEPs and those from other countries, revealing two clearly opposing positions. On one side, a firm defence of the measure adopted by the Spanish coalition Government from Socialists, Greens and the left; on the other, strong criticism both from the European People’s Party (EPP) benches and from the far-right groups, Patriots for Europe and the European Conservatives and Reformists. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/bruselas-exige-espana-garantice-regularizacion-inmigrantes-perjudica-20260210224948-ntrc_amp.html

In Related News, Adding Insult To Injury– The Government proposes to the European Commission to facilitate the distribution of migrants from the Canary Islands to other European countries: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Government has submitted proposals to the European Commission to facilitate the redistribution of migrant minors and the referral of migrants from the Canary Islands towards the European continent. Minister Carlos Cuerpo {pic} confirmed the measures during Congressional questions in response to Coalición Canaria deputy Cristina Valido. The aim, he stated, is to avoid the “overconcentration” of migrant population in the outermost regions. The proposals form part of a wider effort to strengthen the Canaries’ status as an outermost region.
– Valido had earlier demanded a joint coordination committee between the Ministry of Economy and the Canarian Government to review compliance with the region’s economic and fiscal regime, and requested access to taxation data. No migration-specific figures or timelines were provided. The Minister emphasised that the Spanish Government considers the unique nature of the Canaries and is contributing record resources and European funds to the region’s development. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-gobierno-plantea-comision-europea-facilite-distribucion-migrantes-canarias-otros-paises-europeos-20260211180803.html

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Sánchez admits “significant” shortcomings in the railway network and Feijóo predicts that the Government “will sit in the dock”: {Translation, summary}
– During a Congressional appearance following fatal rail accidents at Adamuz (45 dead) and Gelida, Pedro Sánchez admitted “significant deficiencies” in the railway network but insisted the specific track met rigorous standards, was comprehensively renewed in 2025 with €780 million investment, and that protocols are not infallible. He pledged to honour victims and deliver justice if investigations warrant. – Alberto Núñez Feijóo accused the Government of sustained negligence resulting in death, predicted criminal proceedings, and demanded resignations from Sánchez and Transport Minister Óscar Puente. Feijóo cited warnings from multiple European institutions which were ignored. Santiago Abascal also blamed the Executive, calling the accident a “crime”, expecting court appearances, and linking the tragedy to alleged corruption within the Transport Ministry. Sánchez defended his record, citing increased investment and reduced accident rates despite network extensiveness. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez-admite-carencias-significativas-red-ferroviaria-feijoo-augura-que-gobierno-se-sentara-banquillo_6932698_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Junta observes with caution the evolution of the roads- “When the ground dries out, the earth will move”: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian Regional Minister Rocío Díaz reported that damage to regional roads following recent storms exceeds 500 million euros. She stated the government remains “expectant”, monitoring terrain movements as the ground dries, as new damage may occur as waters drain away.
– Five hundred technical staff are deployed assessing damage. Currently, 38 regional roads are fully closed and 110 partially affected, with Cadiz province worst hit. The Minister emphasised continuous efforts, day and night, to provisionally reopen routes and prevent municipal isolation, summarising the approach: “Anticipation has led us to more effective work”. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/…

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Andalucia estimates the damage to Andalucian roads due to the storm at 535 million euros and activates a shock plan: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusia’s regional government has warned that losses from the train of storms battering the region since 27th January will reach billions of euros. Agricultural production alone has fallen by an estimated 20%, representing over 3.5 billion euros in losses, with infrastructure repair costs to follow.
– More than 600 serious incidents have occurred on 50 regional roads, the Development Minister confirmed Wednesday. The provinces of Cadiz and Malaga have been worst affected, with the Serranía de Ronda area particularly hit and some towns left isolated. Currently, 47 roads remain fully closed and 117 partially closed.
– The government has allocated 260 million euros for urgent road repairs, with 107 million destined for Cadiz and 47 million for Malaga. A further 275 million euros is planned for asphalt and surface reinforcement. Some 500 personnel continue working around the clock. The Minister praised maintenance crews, town councils and citizens for their cooperation and responsible behaviour during what she described as an exceptional and complex meteorological situation. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/andalucia…

AXARQUÍA

The MA-4105 road connecting Canillas de Aceituno with Sedella has been reopened to traffic: {Translation, summary}
– The MA-4105 road , which connects the municipalities of Canillas de Aceituno and Sedella , has been reopened to traffic during the afternoon of this Wednesday after completing the work carried out on the containment meshes to guarantee the safety of the road, as confirmed by both consistories. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/reabierta…

MALAGA PROVINCE

Thermometers jump by six degrees in Malaga, to over 24 degrees: {Translation, summary}
– In a matter of two days, the rainfall is gone and, as if waiting behind the door, our 20-plus degrees have arrived. Six degrees more at once, until the thermometers were over 24. Although an exception is Serranía de Ronda, where it has not yet stopped raining, with greater or lesser intensity, for more than ten days in some cases, and where the maximum remains at just over 15 degrees.
– Although temperatures began to rise on Monday, already with more than 23 degrees in places such as Coín, Rincón de la Victoria and Vélez-Málaga, the peak of the heat forecast this week took place this Wednesday. The capital and Vélez-Málaga were the two points in the province where the rise was most noticeable: 24.4 degrees, reached at 12:30 p.m. in the Axarquia municipality and at 3:20 p.m. at the airport. This was the second highest temperature in Andalusia during the day, behind the 25.5 they had in Garrucha (Almeria). The other two points where the rise in mercury was most noticeable were the port of Malaga, with 24.1 and Algarrobo, with 23.9 degrees. All this, after a Sunday in which about 18 degrees were recorded. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/termometros-dan-salto-seis-grados-malaga_0_2005880252.html

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They ask for help to identify a woman whose remains were found in a suitcase in Malaga three years ago: {Translation, summary}
– The Civil Guard seeks public assistance to identify a woman whose skeletal remains were discovered inside a semi-buried suitcase in Benahavís in 2023. A gardener made the discovery. Anthropologists determine the victim was European, approximately 40 years old, 1.60 metres tall, with white skin, brown hair, brown eyes, apparently good health, and likely had at least one child. Death occurred between 2020 and 2023. Unable to identify her, investigators consulted the Galician Institute of Legal Medicine’s Forensic Anthropology Unit. Using advanced facial reconstruction techniques, authorities produced a composite image. Anyone with information should contact the Civil Guard’s Judicial Police Unit in Malaga. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/ayuda-identificar-mujer-restos-maleta-benahavis-malaga_0_2005875577.html

NERJA

Guilty of murder, the defendant accused of a crime in the caves of the Maro ravine: {Translation, summary}
– On 8 September 2023, in the Maro ravine caves, Nerja, a German man fatally struck a compatriot repeatedly with an iron bar, causing severe head trauma, and wounded another neighbour with a knife. A unanimous jury convicted him of homicide and wounding, rejecting aggravating factors of treachery or cruelty, thus classifying the crime as homicide not murder. He faces a penalty of ten to fifteen years’ imprisonment, to be determined by the presiding judge. The accused has been in provisional detention since 11 September 2023. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/culpable…

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Calahonda beach in Nerja will gain a sandy surface with the reorganisation of its access: {Translation, summary}
– Calahonda beach in Nerja will gain 250 square meters of sandy surface with the reorganization of its pedestrian access. The General Directorate of Sustainability of the Coast and the Sea, under the Ministry for Ecological Transition, has already begun the execution of the works, which are scheduled to be completed in the second half of March, before the start of Easter. This action will mean a significant improvement to this emblematic beach located next to the Balcón de Europa.
– For her part, the Councillor for Beaches, María del Carmen López , explained that the new access will start from the current one, at the end of the descent of the Calahonda gap, with a soft staircase that will maintain the aesthetic elements such as almond stone , and that it will be developed parallel to the hammock service area of the beach. Likewise, and in a complementary way, the Department of Beaches will carry out the relocation of the beach showers and will renew the public lighting at the access. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-playa-de-calahonda…

PRODUCT ALERT

Food alert due to the presence of plastic in a batch of hamburger meat: {Translation}
– The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has launched an alert on Wednesday for the possible presence of plastic fragments in minced beef and mixed minced hamburger meat of the Cárnicas Gallego brand.
– Specifically, these are the minced beef ‘burger meat’ and mixed minced ‘burger meat’ (beef and pork) of the Cárnicas Gállego brand, both from batch 6061 and with an expiry date of 13/02/2026. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/salud/alerta…

TECH

Patch Tuesday– Over 60 Software Vendors Issue Security Fixes Across OS, Cloud, and Network Platforms:
– It’s Patch Tuesday, which means a number of software vendors have released patches via updates for various security vulnerabilities impacting their products and services.
– Microsoft issued fixes for 59 flaws, including six actively exploited zero-days in various Windows components that could be abused to bypass security features, escalate privileges, and trigger a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.
– Elsewhere, Adobe released updates for Audition, After Effects, InDesign Desktop, Substance 3D, Bridge, Lightroom Classic, and DNG SDK. Other updates released from: Apple, Amazon, Dell, Google, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, TP Link, Zoom & more. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2026/02/over-60-software-vendors-issue-security.html

SPACE

Elon Musk says SpaceX will prioritize a city on the moon instead of a colony on Mars:
– On Sunday Elon Musk said that SpaceX is prioritizing the establishment of a “self-growing city” on the moon over and above his long stated ambition to settle Mars. In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote that a lunar city could be built within the next decade. “The mission of SpaceX remains the same: extend consciousness and life as we know it to the stars,” Musk wrote.
– In his X post on Sunday, Musk said that SpaceX would resume working toward Mars in the next five to seven years. But he pointed out that establishing a base on the moon would be more efficient. “The overriding priority is securing the future of civilization and the Moon is faster,” he wrote. Full article: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/elon…

TRAVEL

Almost 300 trains cancelled on the last day of the railway strike: {Translation, summary}
– The final day of rail strikes, maintained by minority unions, caused widespread disruption across Spain, with particular impact in Andalucia and Malaga. Renfe cancelled approximately 200 commuter services nationwide, with Malaga’s Cercanías network specifically affected. The Alferro union reported a “long list” of cancelled trains in Malaga due to driver shortages, alongside incidents in Cadiz. Regional and medium-distance services suffered fifty cancellations, with special incidence in Andalucia and Galicia. High-speed services were also disrupted, though private operators Ouigo and Iryo maintained limited service with displaced passengers rebooked or refunded. Renfe reported strike participation of only 1.9%, the lowest of the three-day action, but acknowledged that the absence of certain workers created a cascade effect on multiple services. The company continues working to rebook affected passengers. Minimum service requirements were revoked nationally except in the Basque Country. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/casi-300…

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More train criticism of yet another train derailment- silence of information in the face of the derailment of a train “with dangerous goods” in Irún: {Translation, summary}
– The PP group in the Basque Parliament criticised on Tuesday the “silence” of the Basque Government after the derailment last Friday of a train “with dangerous goods” at the Belaskoenea station in Irun (Gipuzkoa). Faced with this situation, the party has registered a formal request in Parliament to request information from the regional executive.
– “This event is not a minor incident, nor is it just another technical breakdown. It is a serious episode that affects railway safety in the Basque Country and that, surprisingly, has been treated with absolute silence by the regional executive,” said the Basque parliamentarian of the PP Santiago López, who has registered the request for information. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/pais-vasco/criticas-por-silencio-informativo-ante-descarrilamiento-un-tren-con-mercancias-peligrosas-irun_6933059_0.html

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Renfe extends the alternative transport plan between Madrid and Andalusia until 16 February: {Translation, summary}
– Renfe has extended until 16th February the Alternative Transport Plan it established on 20th January, following the suspension of high-speed service between Madrid and Andalusia due to the rail accident at Adamuz (Córdoba), resulting from the interruption on the line.
– Renfe has reported on its ‘X’ account that passengers with tickets purchased prior to 18th January “must exchange their ticket for the new one under the Alternative Plan, through the usual sales channels”. Specifically, it detailed that the Seville-Madrid AVE service, in both directions, is running with a transfer between Córdoba and Villanueva de Córdoba and that “changes and cancellations are enabled at no cost”.
– The initial forecast was that the line might become operational again in approximately ten calendar days, but “the weather conditions have complicated the progress of the works”. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia…

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SPAIN

The European Commission warns Spain that “a residence permit is not a blank check”: {Translation}
– The European Commissioner for Migration Affairs and Migration, the Austrian Magnus Brunner, said this Tuesday that obtaining a residence permit in the European Union (EU) “is not a blank check” in a debate in the European Parliament on the latest regularization of migrants announced by the Government of Spain. “Each Member State must ensure that its decisions do not have negative consequences in other parts of the Union and this is a general principle of the European Union. A residence permit is not a blank check (…) European standards must be respected”, he said in the initial intervention.
– Brunner assured that the European Commission wants “solidarity and responsibility to be the guiding principles” of the EU’s migration policy, although he stressed that they are working to accelerate the returns of irregular migrants. “That is one of the pieces we have yet to see, the expulsions of people who are not allowed to remain in the EU. Today only one in five irregular migrants actually returned and I think it is time to change this and ensure that, as a general rule, irregular migrants leave the European Union”, he added.
– Regarding Spain’s decision, he maintained that migration remains a “shared challenge” and recalled the “respect” for the actions of each Member State on migration issues.
“That is also quite obvious and quite clear, and this is what we would expect to see now in relation also both to Spain’s most recently announced measures and to all other similar initiatives of the Member States”, he stressed. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/espana/comision-europea-avisa-espana-permiso_0_2005871964.html

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Spain continues to decline in the corruption perception index, falling another three places to 49th out of 182 countries: {Translation, summary}
– Transparency International’s 2025 index shows Spain’s corruption perception worsening, falling three places to 49th globally with a score of 55/100. This continues a decline from the previous year, and thus now finds itself behind Grenada, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda, Botswana, or Israel.
– While noting the recent approval of a national anti-corruption plan, the organisation warns that a lack of political consensus, the ongoing absence of state budgets, and deficiencies in transparency, access to information, and judicial independence guarantees are key impediments. The president of its Spanish chapter stated that regulations alone are insufficient without funding and effective implementation. Globally, the average score fell to 42, indicating a widespread decline. Denmark and Finland lead the rankings, while Venezuela and Somalia are at the bottom. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-espana-sigue-empeorando-indice-percepcion-corrupcion-cae-otros-tres-puestos-49-182-paises-20260210103919.html

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The US sees ‘progress’ but doubts that Spain will comply with NATO if it insists on 2%– If it can, please share the secret formula: {Translation, summary}
– US Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker has stated that Spain will fail to meet the military capability targets assigned to it by the alliance if it maintains defence spending at only 2% of its GDP. He expressed scepticism that Spain could fulfil these NATO requirements without increasing its expenditure to approximately 5% of GDP. While acknowledging Spain’s claim of making “great progress” and being a “committed ally,”
– Whitaker challenged the economic feasibility of its approach. He remarked that the United States, with its clear understanding of defence procurement costs, finds the Spanish calculations difficult to reconcile. The ambassador encouraged Spain to share its purported cost-saving formula with other NATO members if it succeeds. These comments followed a meeting with Spain’s ambassador to NATO, Federico Torres, ahead of a key defence ministers’ meeting in Brussels. The discussion centred on funding, revisiting Spain’s prior refusal at the 2023 Hague summit to commit to spending beyond 2%. Despite this disagreement, Whitaker noted that continuous and regular dialogues are maintained with Spanish officials. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-eeuu-cree-espana-no-cumplira-compromisos-otan-pib-si-consigue-nos-ensene-20260210152117.html

ANDALUCÍA

UPDATE– The Andalucian Seismic Network has detected 456 earthquakes since 3 February in the Málaga-Cádiz area: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalucian Seismic Network recorded 456 earthquakes, ranging from magnitude 0.4 to 3.5, in the Malaga-Cadiz border region between 3 and 10 February 2026. Seismic activity, which increased on 3 February, has since stabilised at a sustained level, with around fifteen tremors detected daily. Nearly twenty were felt locally, the strongest reaching intensity III-IV on 8 February near Jimera de Líbar.
– The epicentres remain concentrated in a triangle between Benaoján, El Bosque, and Casares. The monitoring network, comprising numerous permanent stations across Andalucia, has been bolstered by three new portable stations installed by the National Geographic Institute to improve detection and location accuracy. Data is also shared in real time with other seismic networks. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/cadiz-00351/noticia-red-sismica-andalucia-detecta-456-terremotos-febrero-entorno-malaga-cadiz-20260210163643.html ; You can view the latest earthquake info for Spain here: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/?extent=31.07176,-19.22607&extent=46.49839,15.93018

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Agricultural unions in Seville call on the government to ‘defend the Andalucian countryside’ against the Mercosur agreement: {Translation, summary}
– Four major Spanish agricultural unions (COAG, UPA, Asaja, and Agro-food Cooperatives) staged a significant tractor protest in Seville on Tuesday. Approximately 400 vehicles converged on the city from surrounding towns to demonstrate against the EU-Mercosur trade pact and other sectoral crises. The unions uniformly condemned the agreement for creating “unfair competition” against Andalusian produce. Leaders appealed to the central government for protective measures, effective dialogue, and urgent aid to counter the dual threats of Common Agricultural Policy funding cuts and losses from recent natural disasters, which they argue are rendering farms unviable and accelerating rural depopulation. They implored authorities to support those who “anchor the population in the territory.” Furthermore, the protest highlighted food safety concerns, with a call for stringent “border and origin controls” on non-EU imports and a consumer boycott of products lacking European standards. The demonstration was timed to coincide with a key European Parliament committee debate on the Mercosur agreement’s agricultural safeguard clauses.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/sevilla-00357/noticia-sindicatos-agrarios-piden-sevilla-gobierno-defienda-campo-andaluz-frente-acuerdo-mercosur-20260210131515.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

The new storm “Nils” puts the entire coast of Malaga on yellow alert for wind this Wednesday: {Translation, summary}
– For Wednesday, the forecast for Malaga province features a yellow warning for coastal phenomena along the entire coastline, in effect from 15:00 until nightfall. It predicts west to north-westerly wind gusts of 50-60 km/h (Force 7). Rain is probable, primarily in the morning, with the highest likelihood (95%) in western areas like Cortes de la Frontera. However, rainfall amounts are expected to be minimal, generally below 1 litre per square metre, and will decrease significantly by afternoon across central and coastal areas. No weather warnings are currently active for Thursday. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/borrasca-nils-costa-malaga-aviso-amarillo-viento_0_2005867746.html

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Trains delayed and cancelled due to the strike in Malaga- “They have told us that they may or may not run”:
Translation, summary}
– Renfe’s Cercanías commuter network in Malaga province is severely disrupted by a continued strike, causing around thirty cancellations on the Malaga-Fuengirola and Malaga-Álora lines. Passengers, facing “operational incidents” according to Renfe, reported major inconvenience, including missed flights, due to a lack of clear information and long delays exacerbated by a separate incident with an ill person. The strike is led by the CGT and Alferro unions. Union representatives state cancellations are due to a lack of drivers and are likely to continue, as they reject a recent industry agreement. They argue it fails to provide concrete safety improvements or clear timelines for promised new jobs at Adif and Renfe, labelling it a mere “declaration of intentions” that neglects commuter rail users. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/trenes-retrasados-cancelados-huelga-malaga_0_2005868724.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Agenda 2030 Social Engineering– Usurping Parental Authority Again– More Sex Programming for 6th graders to prepare them for socialist defined “new realities”: {Translation, summary, editorial}
– The Councillor for Social Affairs, Juan García highlighted the municipal commitment to education in values, stressing the importance of developing preventive programmes adapted to new social and educational realities.
– During his address, García explained that these workshops seek to provide pupils with appropriate affective and sexual education that helps them develop emotional and social skills, eradicate discriminatory attitudes, and promote such values as equality, responsibility, and respect for diversity.
– Following a favourable assessment by teachers and school management teams {but not parents}, the programme has been extended this year to include three additional schools, bringing the total to twelve participating institutions.
– “For us it is essential to work on aspects such as equality, self-knowledge, self-esteem, and understanding of one’s own body and identity. The results obtained last year were excellent and showed the need to begin this educational work at an earlier age,” he said.
– Victoria Pita, a specialist from the Municipal Centre for Information for Women (CMIM), elaborated on the preventive focus of the programme, explaining that these workshops arose in response to requests made by teachers {despite many parental objections last year}. She emphasised that the main purpose is to provide educational tools that enable pupils to understand their affective and sexual development from a healthy and age-appropriate viewpoint, rooted in equality and respect.
{Editorial Comment:
– Despite the outcry when they tried this last year, the Vélez-Málaga Town Council again proudly presents its scheme of sexual education workshops for primary pupils, extending a pilot plan now covering twelve schools. Officials describe the initiative as preventive and value based, promoting equality and “self-knowledge from early childhood”. Yet the decision to bring explicit sexual-identity training into classrooms for children of eleven raises serious concerns. From what students reported to their parents last year, the content included info on advanced masturbation techniques, dangerous sex practices and details on “alternative genders” beyond male/female. Such programmes, framed as “educational tools,” risk blurring boundaries between biological understanding and ideological guidance. While authorities insist on what they consider trained experts and “healthy perspectives,” ignoring any parental concerns, the effort appears to normalise adult themes for minors under the guise of modernity and inclusion. The move reflects a broader political push to shape children’s moral and personal perceptions through state approved (radical socialist) doctrines on identity, diversity, and gender. However well intentioned, imposing sex education at so young an age disregards parental responsibility and the legitimate debate about when and how such sensitive matters should truly be addressed, and if public funds should finance it. No method to opt-out is mentioned. When this happened in Murcia in 2020, VOX intervened and parental approval was required (pin parental).
– Parents may try to opt out by requesting exemptions via school heads, under the LOMLOE family rights act (Ley Orgánica de Modificación de la LOE).
Refs: https://www.elespanol.com/espana/politica/20200122/parental-agravado-vox-pp-intentado-cs-murcia/461455066_0.html -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/velez-malaga-impulsa-talleres-de-educacion-afectivo-sexual-para-alumnado-de-12-centros-educativos/

ALMÁCHAR

The Almáchar highway is reopened to traffic although work on the road continues: {Translation, summary}
– The MA-3112 road, which connects Almáchar with other points in the region, has been reopened to traffic, as confirmed by the affected town councils via their social media, after remaining closed due to damage caused by the intense rains of recent days. Nevertheless, cleaning and repair work continues actively until the necessary actions are completed.
– With this reopening, the number of roads cut off in La Axarquía is reduced, although two provincial routes remain out of service: the MA-3102 (Colmenar) and the MA-4105 (Canillas de Aceituno to Sedella), closed for safety reasons due to landslides and accumulation of materials on the carriageway. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/reabierta-al-trafico-la-carretera-de-almachar-aunque-continuan-los-trabajos-en-la-via/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

‘La Noche del Luchador’, Rincón de la Victoria’s evening of Andalusian kickboxing: {Translation, summary}
– Rincón de la Victoria will host ‘La Noche del Luchador’ on 28 March, crowning the Andalusian Kick Boxing champion. The main event at the Rubén Ruzafa indoor pavilion pits local fighter Mohame Attout against Córdoba’s José Camarón for the 62kg title. The evening, starting at 17:30, features 18 bouts in kick boxing and K-1, with 36 fighters from across Andalusia.
– Town officials highlight the event’s importance. Sports Councillor Antonio José Martín said it establishes the municipality as a contact sports epicentre. Mayor Francisco Salado added that it reinforces the town’s commitment to sport, promotes values like effort and respect, and stimulates the local economy.
– Tickets are on sale via participating clubs or at the pavilion box office. The manager of Gimnasio Pitu, José Manuel Martín, noted the event’s growing popularity, offering balanced fights in a welcoming atmosphere. It is the 16th edition, organised with the Andalusian Kick Boxing and Muaythai Federation. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/rincon-de-la-victoria/noche-luchador-velada-rincon-victoria_0_2005870265.html

HEALTH

The SAS virtual health card will allow procedures to be carried out by mobile phone at the end of March: {Translation, summary}
– The Minister, Antonio Sanz {pic}, confirmed this app will be operational from the end of March. Its primary purpose is to allow citizens to complete their healthcare administration and procedures remotely using their mobile phones. This is achieved by integrating the virtual card into the citizen’s existing digital folder, creating a unified digital access point.
– The strategy consolidates citizen health apps into a single “Salud Responde+” platform and includes plans for public digital training through regional help centres (ask at your Town Hall), all part of a broader digital transformation of the regional health service.
– The initiative is a core project within the wider Andalusian Digital Health Strategy, part of Agenda 2030, a plan designed to modernise regional health services through technology and digitalization. The virtual card specifically aims to improve accessibility and convenience, reducing the need for in-person visits for paperwork.
– {Remember, there is no law requiring you to have a smartphone, or to be able to use apps. They MUST provide and maintain alternative methods to perform these tasks manually; they cannot deny services to the disabled, those without digital-tech skills, or those without smartphones. Ref: Ley General de Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad y de su Inclusión Social (Legislative Royal Decree 1/2013): This is the core national law. It mandates the principle of “diseño para todos” (design for all) and accessibility as a right. Specifically, it requires that public services and information, including digital platforms and apps provided by public administrations, must be accessible to everyone. People who encounter barriers can file complaints with the public administration responsible, and if unresolved, escalate to the Spanish Committee of Representatives of People with Disabilities (CERMI) or pursue legal action.-Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga-capital/tarjeta-sanitaria-virtual-sas-permitira-tramites-movil-20260209185602-nt_amp.html

SOCIAL MEDIA

Spain’s Neurologists warn- spending more than 2 hours a day on social networks “significantly increases” the risk of mental problems & brain damage: {Translation, summary}
– For Safer Internet Day, the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN) issued a stark warning: exceeding two hours of daily social media use constitutes “abuse” and significantly increases risks to mental and brain health. Their survey indicates over 70% of Spanish adults surpass the recommended 30-minute healthy limit. Usage is higher among women and young adults, with over 35% of all adults exceeding two hours daily. Neurologists directly link this overuse to heightened anxiety, depression, loneliness, and reduced concentration and learning capacity. They express acute concern for young people, citing research that associates excessive use with altered neurodevelopment in brain regions related to emotion and motivation, a loss of white matter supporting language, and a contribution to rising rates of adolescent depression and suicidal behaviour. The SEN urges greater public awareness of these cerebro-health risks. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/neurologos-avisan-pasar-horas-dia-redes-sociales-20260209122121-nt_amp.html

SPACE

The most notable astronomical events of 2026- The first will be on 28 February: {Translation, summary}
– 28 February: Planetary parade (6 planets visible).
– 3 March: Total lunar eclipse (best for North America).
– 31 May: Blue Moon (second full moon of the month).
– June: Very close conjunction of Venus and Jupiter.
– 12-13 August: Perseid meteor shower (peak).
– 12 August: Total solar eclipse (visible from Spain, Greenland, Iceland).
– 13-14 December: Geminids meteor shower (peak).
– 24 December: Christmas Eve supermoon.
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– 17 February: Annular solar eclipse (Antarctica)
– 20 March: March equinox
– 21-22 April: Lyrid meteor shower
– 5-6 May: Eta Aquariid meteor shower
– 21 June: June solstice
– 30-31 July: Southern Delta Aquariid & Alpha Capricornus meteor showers
– 23 September: September equinox
– 7 October: Draconid meteor shower
– 21-22 October: Orionid meteor shower
– 4-5 November: Taurid meteor shower
– 17 November: Leonid meteor shower
– 24 November: Supermoon
– 21 December: December solstice
– 21-22 December: Ursid meteor shower
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/ciencia/laboratorio/noticia-eventos-astronomicos-mas-destacados-2026-primero-sera-28-febrero-20260210125327.html

CANCEL CULTURE / #MeToo

Flip Flop Accusations by Elisa Mouliaá in the Errejón case– ‘Seeing what the Public Prosecutor’s Office has done, now I’m going to fight to the bitter end. I can’t stand injustice.’: {Translation, summary}
– Actress Elisa Mouliaá has reinstated her sexual assault complaint against politician Íñigo Errejón, having initially withdrawn it following what she now calls an anxiety attack.
– She did so after the Public Prosecutor’s Office concluded the encounter was consensual, a decision Mouliaá called “shameful” and hypocritical, vowing to continue. She explained her initial withdrawal was due to distress, exacerbated by other alleged victims declining to join the case. Mouliaá insists there was no explicit consent as required by law, citing Errejón’s own statement. She received financial support from the Sumar party for legal costs.
– Regarding the law on consent, Mouliaá stressed: “With the law as it is now, it says there must be explicit consent and there wasn’t any. That is, did he ask me if he could shove a French kiss down my throat? Did he ask, or was there any kind of consent for us to go to the room? No. He himself says in his statement that he took me by the arm and led me to a room.”
– {Sorry, I may be wrong about this in today’s crazy world, but to this pro family-values, Christian, conservative, white, child of the 50’s, this sounds more like after-the-fact regret than an assault; when at a party with people circulating about, you can’t just shove your tongue into someone’s mouth, and then proceed to walk them down a hall into a private room, without their cooperation. After the kiss she must surely have known what was on his mind, and walking down the hall was surely an opportunity to object. The fact that she didn’t vocally consent, and just went along for the ride, does not relieve her of the moral obligation of self preservation, does it? Are men now required to stop and get notarized permission to flirt with someone who appears to be cooperating with their advances, fearing the lover may change their minds the next day, and take them to court? This mis-application of the recently passed, well intentioned “only yes means yes” law will set a very dangerous precedent. Will it be the death of spontaneity and the magic of romance…things that make life worth living? Studies show some men refusing to now hire females, for fear of false accusations by disgruntled employees. But I’m just an old-timer, what do I know about today’s dating trends? The good news is there is pushback to this radical feminism, a growing movement of “trad-wives”, who embrace classic roles, taking great pride in running the house & raising the family, allowing her partner to focus on work, and together form the synergy to succeed as a team. You can find them and their support networks on social media. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/television/elisa-mouliaa-viendo-que-ha-hecho-fiscalia-ahora-si-que-voy-ir-muerte-no-soporto-las-injusticias_6932316_0.html

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– Malaga travel agency “Florín Viajes agency” owner swindles 55 customers to fund fake lover in Lebanon
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/the-owner-the-florin-travel-agency-sent-20260210125534-nt.html
– Spain spam call ban: new fines for electricity and gas companies making unsolicited calls
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/the-government-will-prohibit-electricity-companies-from-20260210133330-nt.html
– Classic car club to host breakfast meeting in Marbella for motoring enthusiasts
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/marbella-san-pedro/classic-car-club-host-breakfast-meeting-marbella-20260209121122-nt.html
– Granada calls for ‘disaster area’ declaration as Storm Leonardo causes widespread destruction {pic}
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DigameXtra No. 3183 Tuesday, February 10th, 2026

On February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Torre del Mar Carnival 2026: Fri-Sun, 13-15 Feb.
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Portovelis returns to Vélez-Málaga on Valentine’s Day, Sat, 14 Feb:
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Zarzuela “La boda de Luis Alonso”
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Sat, 14 Feb, 8pm. \Teatro del Carmen, Velez Malaga
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Malaga Guitar Experience: 13-15 Feb, Free entry
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Do Spain´s Migration Plans Put the Rest of EU at Risk? Brussels and Madrid Clash over Immigration Regularisation and Digital Regulation Plans: {Translation, summary}
– Brussels and Madrid are experiencing an unprecedented dispute over two sensitive policy fronts: immigration regularisation and digital regulation. The Spanish Government’s unilateral decision to grant legal status to up to 800,000 undocumented migrants has raised concern in the EU about its potential impact on freedom of movement in the Schengen area and the risk of attracting new arrivals. Although migrant regularisation is a national competence, other Member States fear a “pull effect” and legal inconsistencies across borders– countries fear immigrants will register in Spain, as it is the easiest now to do so, then will move on to other countries where they could not have been regularized previously. {It has even been suggested a black market in forged Spanish rent receipts, showing residence before the actual arrival of migrants, thus allowing them access to the program, will flourish. -Ed.}
– At the same time, Spain’s plan to ban social media for under-16s and hold online platforms accountable for hate speech and illegal content has triggered warnings that such measures may breach the EU’s Digital Services Act, which seeks uniform digital governance across the Union. The debate, fuelled by criticism from figures like Elon Musk, has turned political. The European Parliament will now discuss the proposals, emblematic of the growing friction between national initiatives and Europe’s integrated legal order. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/bruselas-planta-cara-sanchez-saltarse-normas-europeas_202602096989437b9243cc133c3c21a8.html

AXARQUÍA

The La Viñuela reservoir reaches 120 cubic hectometres after adding 29 in just one week: {Translation, summary}
– The La Viñuela reservoir continues its recovery and now holds 119.60 cubic hectometres, representing 72.76% of its total capacity, which is set at 164.37 cubic hectometres, according to updated data from the Junta de Andalucía’s Hidrosur Network in the early hours of Monday, 9 February. It has gained 29 cubic hectometres in just one week, more than triple the volume recorded a year ago, and marks the highest water level of the past decade after years marked by extreme drought in the Axarquía region. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-embalse-de-la-vinuela-alcanza-los-120-hectometros-cubicos-tras-sumar-29-en-solo-una-semana/

Note on reservoir data– There is a new link to see the current charts. It is here, and now also posted in the Useful Links, Info & Numbers section:
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” go to the the menu bar, click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora) as shown in the image below.

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La Axarquía, hit by the storm, with fourteen roads affected: {Translation, summary}
– Article includes a long list of road closures and works.
English version in photo below.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-axarquia-la-comarca-mas-castigada-por-el-temporal-con-catorce-carreteras-afectadas/

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Two new roads in the Axarquía have been closed to traffic- between Cómpeta & Sayalonga, and Canillas de Aceituno & Sedella:
-Today the A-7206 road, which connects Cómpeta with Sayalonga, has been closed, from kilometre 6, due to repair work and for safety reasons. The drivers who need to get around towards the coast they will have to use alternative itineraries through Torrox or Arenas.
– Likewise, the MA-4105, between Canillas de Aceituno and Sedella, has been closed, after the containment meshes have been completely clogged by the material detached due to the rains. It is expected that on Wednesday the emptying of these meshes will be carried out, which will allow the reopening of the road. Meanwhile, Sedella maintains access through Árchez and Salares.
– In the specific case of Axarquía, landslides and stones have been recorded on the following roads: MA-3104 (from MA-3111 to La Breña), MA-3106 (from Cútar to El Borge), MA-3109 (from El Borge to Almáchar), MA-3110 (from Olías to Totalán), MA-3111 (from Olías to MA-3105), MA-3112 (from MA-3109 to MA-3116), MA-3114 (from Moclinejo to Almáchar), MA-3117 (from MA-3119 to El Valdés), MA-3203 (from N-340 to Cajiz), MA -4104 (from A-7205 to Alcaucín), MA-4110 (from Corumbela to Daimalos), MA-4111 (from Vélez-Málaga to Arenas), MA-6102 (from N-340 to Río de la Miel) and MA-3102, in the municipality of Colmenar.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/cortadas-al-trafico-dos-nuevas-carreteras-de-la-axarquia-de-competa-a-sayalonga-y-de-canillas-de-aceituno-a-sedella/

MALAGA PROVINCE

Seismic wave- a hundred earthquakes shake the interior and the coast between Malaga and Cádiz in six days: {Translation, summary}
– Since 3 February, the southwest of Málaga and southeast of Cádiz have experienced a sequence of 105 minor earthquakes, mostly shallow, between the Sierra de Grazalema and the coast of Estepona. The strongest, magnitude 3.6, struck northwest of Jimera de Líbar on 8 February and was widely felt but caused no damage. Experts link the activity to the Gaucín Fault Zone, an active geological structure formed millions of years ago. Seventeen tremors were perceptible to residents, though all registered very low acceleration levels.
– Historical records show similar episodes in the twentieth century, including the 1936 sequence near Villaluenga del Rosario. The IGN and IGME-CSIC have increased monitoring with 23 permanent and three portable stations and stress that this activity falls within the region’s normal seismic behaviour. No evidence suggests any link between the current tremors and recent rainfall. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/oleada-sismica-centenar-terremotos-sacude_0_2005861139.html

MALAGA CITY

Two arrested in Malaga for a massive scam of more than four million in cryptocurrency investments: {Translation, summary}
– The National Police arrested a man and a woman in Fuengirola and Malaga for allegedly operating an investment fraud and laundering the proceeds. Through several firms, they received cash and crypto asset transfers, claiming the funds would be invested in cryptocurrencies or currency trading between Spain and Colombia, promising high returns. A tip from an investor who lost 4,000 euros led police to evidence suggesting more than 3,000 victims and losses exceeding four million euros. Investigators confirmed multiple victims across provinces and uncovered companies used to channel funds abroad under false investment loan contracts. Searches in Fuengirola recovered documents, 2,260 euros, and crypto storage devices. The main suspect and an associate were detained, 27 bank accounts and three crypto wallets were frozen, and assets used for personal benefit – including a luxury car – were identified. The case remains under investigation to trace more perpetrators and analyse seized data. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/detenidos-malaga-estafa-inversiones-criptomonedas_0_2005855030.html

UK

Epstein Files Fallout- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vows “I will not quit”:
– Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is not resigning and will be ‘concentrating on the job in hand’, Downing Street has said after two senior resignations from his inner circle in 48 hours.
– The PM’s official spokesman said Sir Keir’s mood on Monday morning was ‘upbeat’ and ‘confident’ as he gave an address to No 10 staff amid the fallout over the Peter Mandelson scandal.
– Downing Street communications chief Tim Allan has announced he will stand down to allow ‘a new No 10 team to be built’ after chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, quit on Sunday. Asked if Sir Keir was going to resign today, the Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: “No.”
– He added: “The Prime Minister is concentrating on the job in hand. He is getting on with the job of delivering change across the country” {…whether they like it or not!}. Full article: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/pm-sir-keir-starmer-i-33389801

USA

Bad Bunny’s All-Spanish Super Bowl Halftime Show Had Most Obscene Lyrics of All Time…In Spanish:
– Bad Bunny’s Spanish-only performance hid a vulgar turn for the NFL’s Halftime Show, making it the most obscene performance in league history.
– The Puerto Rican rapper performed a medley of his hits, including “Tití Me Preguntó,” “Yo Perreo Sola,” “Safaera,” and “Monaco”. He also performed “Baile Inolvidable,” “Nuevayol,” “El Apagón,” and “Café con Ron.” Some of these songs, particularly “Safaera,” are notorious among Spanish speakers for their profanity and explicit references to sex acts and drug use.
– Audio for the majority of Bad Bunny’s most objectionable lyrics was either distorted during the Super Bowl broadcast or the artist himself censored them. Some of them, however, were both performed and appeared on a large screen behind the stage. In one case, the rapper let the audience fill in the explicit sexual reference.
– Read the details: https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2026/02/09/if-your-boyfriend-doesnt-eat-ass-why-bother-bad-bunnys-all-spanish-performance-was-the-most-obscene-halftime-performance-of-all-time/

SPORTS

Bicycle Racing- The Vuelta a Andalucía will start on February 18 with 119 cyclists who will travel through five provinces: {Translation, summary}
– The 1st stage will be held on Wednesday the 18th between the Malaga towns of Benahavís and Pizarra, covering 150.1 kilometers. On Thursday the 19th, the 2nd stage will be held, starting in the Malaga town of Torrox and finishing in the Granada town of Otura, with a total of 138.8 km. The 3rd stage will run on Friday the 20th through the province of Jaén, starting in Jaén capital and, after traveling 180.97 km, it will end in Lopera.
– The 4th stage, on Saturday the 21st, will have Córdoba prominence, starting in Montoro and finishing located in Pozoblanco, with a route of 166.1 km. And the last stage, on Sunday the 22nd, will start in Seville’s La Roda de Andalucía and the finish line will be located in Lucena (Córdoba) and 167.6 kilometers will be covered. For more detailed information on the stages and other aspects of the competition, you can consult the official website https://vueltaandalucia.es/ (blocks some VPN users)
Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/malaga/vuelta-andalucia-arrancara-18-febrero-119-ciclistas-que-recorreran-cinco-provincias/202602092112332338082.html

TECH

iPhone 17e is ‘imminent’ and it’ll bring four major upgrades for the same price: {Summary}
– The more affordable Apple iPhone 17e smartphone will be revealed “imminently”, according to a new report from the reliable Apple-watcher Mark Gurman. He believes the new handset will kickstart Apple’s plans to jumpstart 2026 with new a hardware spree that’ll also include new Mac models.
– Previous rumours have suggested the phone will arrive on February 19. That’s the same date as the iPhone 16e arrived in 2025. Gurman doesn’t specify a date but “imminent” could for sure be classified as the next ten days. According to Gurman the iPhone 17e won’t be getting a price bump. It’ll be available for $599, Gurman says. That means we’d likely see the same starting price of £599 in the UK too.
– That’s good news considering Apple is also planning to bring key upgrades to the second generation ‘e’ series phone. For starters, there’ll be MagSafe connectivity. It’s also set to boast the latest A19 processor Apple uses for the base iPhone 17 handset revealed in September. Furthermore, the iPhone 17e will include the C1X 5G modem Apple uses in its flagship phones. It’ll have the N1 chip that handles Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Thread connectivity, Gurman reports. Full article: https://www.stuff.tv/news/iphone-17e-imminent-report/

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DigameXtra No. 3182 Monday, February 9th, 2026

On February 9, 2026February 9, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Valentine’s Afternoon Jazz Concert, in Malaga, with Nashville jazz saxophonist Erly Thornton: Sat, 14 Feb, doors open 12 noon, show at 12:30pm
La Cochera Cabaret, Av. de los Guindos 19, Malaga 29004
Celebrate love with an unforgettable Valentine’s afternoon concert featuring Nashville native and acclaimed jazz saxophonist Erly Thornton. Info & tix (€20): https://lacocheraentradas.com/shows/details/2388/erly-thornton & Video Link

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Carnival 2026 in Cómpeta: Sat, 21 Feb
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The train drivers’ strike calls for paralyzing more than 15,000 trains for three days starting today: {Translation, summary}
– Rail transport in Spain faces complete disruption for the next few days, as more than 4,600 trains and 1.3 million passengers per day are affected by a three-day national strike. The stoppage, called by railway workers after fatal accidents in Adamuz and Gelida, demands structural safety reforms, increased investment, and an end to outsourcing. Despite several meetings, unions and the Transport Ministry failed to reach an agreement, partly because proposed measures need authorisation from the Finance Ministry. Although the Government has imposed high minimum services—73 percent of trains must run—operations of commuter, medium-distance, and high-speed services will be seriously affected. Cancellations include 350 high-speed trains (272 Renfe, 48 Iryo, and 30 Ouigo), 683 medium-distance, and half of commuter services during off-peak hours. The strike, continuing through Wednesday, is likely to cause widespread delays and expose deep tension between workers and the Government over rail safety and public management. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/economia/huelga-maquinistas-llama-paralizar-15000-trenes-tres-20260209001410-ntrc_amp.html

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Sánchez misrepresents Spaniards’ views on immigration, spreads propaganda worldwide via The New York Times: {Translation}
– Just a few days after the railway tragedy in Adamuz, in the midst of his effort to rebuild the self-proclaimed progressive majority that allowed him to remain in power after losing the general election of 2023, Pedro Sánchez pulled a rabbit out of his hat: the mass regularisation of immigrants agreed with Podemos, now back in the fold of the legislature.
– The measure has sparked major political and media controversy, both because of its potential impact and because of the way it is to be implemented: through a Royal Decree Law. In other words, behind the back of Parliament, where opposition rejection is absolute.
– The initiative, demanded for years by a few organisations such as the Catholic Church itself, was already included in a Popular Legislative Initiative (ILP) being processed in the Congress of Deputies in 2024, with support from all groups except Vox. However, the Prime Minister has dismissed any possible consensus and chosen a swifter procedure based entirely on his own criteria.
– Once approved by the Council of Ministers, Sánchez immediately launched its promotion on social media, with videos in English, and in the foreign press he so often favours over the national one. Last Thursday, he even wrote a letter in The New York Times extolling the virtues of his immigration policy.
– In reality, his true aim is to present himself as an international champion of resistance against the “ultra right” tide sweeping the world. For the truth is that throughout the West, democracies are moving in the opposite direction from that taken by the Spanish Prime Minister on immigration. The proof lies in the European Union’s recent Migration and Asylum Pact, and even in the approach of certain socialist leaders, such as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who has toughened migration rules in recent years.
– Sánchez alluded to this reality in his article, written in the first person, where he referred to Trump without naming him: “Some leaders have chosen to deport them through illegal and cruel operations. My Government has chosen to regularise them. For two reasons. One moral reason, because Spain was once a nation of emigrants, and we have a duty to be the tolerant society our grandparents would have hoped to encounter when they went abroad. And two, for pragmatism. The West needs people.”
– He later took refuge in public opinion by manipulating the figures in a gross deception. “Almost two out of every three Spaniards (66.6%) believe that migration represents an opportunity or a necessity for our country.” This was a veiled reference to a report published in May last year by the organisation More in Common, titled Europe Talks Migration. However, the figures quoted by the Prime Minister are misleading. They are a combination of separate results that lead to an incorrect overall conclusion.
– The sociological reality reflected in that report, verified by La Razón, is quite different. Sixty-eight per cent of respondents believe that “the most important thing” right now is “to control who can and cannot migrate to Spain”, while 22 per cent consider it essential “to reduce the total number of immigrants entering”, and only 10 per cent support “increasing that total”.
– Thus, according to the same report Sánchez cited in his article, it is not true that two in three Spaniards view immigration as an opportunity or a necessity. His claim stems from combining two separate data points: 19 per cent call immigration “an opportunity Spain must seize”, and 44 per cent deem it “a necessity Spain must manage”.
– For the People’s Party, Sánchez’s ultimate goal with this regularisation is distraction. Alma Ezcurra, Deputy Secretary for Sectoral Coordination, wrote on X: “Knowing that this Sunday he will get the worst result in the PSOE’s history in Aragon, he has invented another smokescreen: provoking Trump and Musk to get attention with this immigration topic.”
Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/sanchez-falsea-opinion-espanoles-inmigracion_20260208698852f59243cc133c3a8fda.html

AXARQUÍA

Two roads in the Axarquía remain closed to traffic due to landslides: {Translation summary}
– Two provincial roads in the Axarquía area, the MA-3112 near Almáchar and the MA-3102 linking the A-356 to Colmenar, remain closed due to landslides that pose safety risks.
– The MA-3112 continues shut after a slope slip that could worsen and block the entire road, so the closure is being maintained for security reasons.
– On the MA-3102, a reactivated landslip at a point roughly half a kilometre from the start of the road has damaged more than half of the carriageway, preventing safe passage. Despite these closures, Colmenar is not cut off, as there is an alternative access about one kilometre away that allows drivers to reach the village via the A-7204. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/dos-carreteras-de-la-axarquia-permanecen-cortadas-al-trafico-por-deslizamientos-de-taludes/

MALAGA PROVINCE

The Junta opens all schools in Malaga this Monday, except in two centers in Benaoján and Cartajima: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government has confirmed that in Málaga province, all schools will reopen for in-person classes except CEIP Ntra. Sra. del Rosario in Benaoján and CPR Alto Genal in Cartajima, which remain closed due to access problems and safety risks. Eleven school transport routes in the province are suspended because of damaged or blocked roads.
– Regionally, the Education Department reports that 96 schools across Andalusia still have no face to face teaching for similar reasons, most of them in Cádiz. In total, 68 school transport routes are also interrupted throughout the region. The authorities aim to restore normal activity progressively as weather conditions and infrastructure allow. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/junta-abre-lunes-colegios-provincia-malaga-excepto-benaojan-cartajima_0_2005848269.html

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The Regional Government of Andalusia cancels almost 5,000 tourist homes in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Regional Government has cancelled 4,731 registered tourist dwellings in Málaga province, 1,385 of them in Malaga City, under a new strategy to control and regulate the sector. This framework allows councils to suspend licences and sworn declarations for up to three years while they adapt their planning rules.
– The Tourism Register has been upgraded so it automatically blocks new entries in restricted or licence suspended areas in Málaga, Seville, Cádiz and El Puerto de Santa María.
– Across Andalusia there are currently 13,037 tourist dwellings. Adding the 4,731 cancelled in Málaga province to this total, the original number was approximately 17,768; meaning 26.63% of available Andalucian holiday rentals have been cancelled in Malaga province alone, a significant portion to be sure. Regional Tourism Minister Arturo Bernal maintains that these measures show Juanma Moreno’s government is acting firmly and fairly, ensuring coexistence between residents and visitors and tackling illegal operations.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/junta-cancela-5-000-viviendas-turisticas-malaga_0_2005845637.html

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TORROX

Motorhomes on the Torrox River- neighbours demand solutions to spills and dirt: {Translation, summary}
– Dozens of motorhomes parked at the mouth of the Torrox river have sparked growing concern among residents near the lighthouse, who report waste dumping, open-air toileting, and official inaction. Locals claim that vehicles stay parked for weeks in the riverbed despite municipal restrictions aimed at protecting the area.
– One resident, Doug Fairchild of Punta del Faro, told the press that more than fifty caravans remain there for long periods, many lacking toilets and using the vegetation instead. Even those equipped with sanitary facilities are said to empty tanks in the open rather than in proper dumping facilities. Fairchild criticised both the Local Police and the Civil Guard for failing to act, despite regular patrols in the area. He urged the Town Council to introduce deterrent measures to stop what he regards as the continued misuse and degradation of the area’s natural surroundings. Source & photo (E. Cabezas), Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/autocaravanas-rio-torrox-vecinos-reclaman-soluciones-20260121132144-nt_amp.html

HEALTH

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– Designed for emergencies ranging from battlefield trauma to natural disasters and accidents, this innovative powder forms a powerful hydrogel barrier the moment it touches blood. Known as AGCL powder, the new formulation could revolutionize the way first responders and medics stabilize patients when every second counts.
– Released from an aerosol canister, the powder spreads quickly, forming evenly to the shape of the wound. Upon contact with blood, it transforms almost instantly into a tough, gel-like barrier, adhering to tissue and sealing the injury without the need for pressure, stitching, or careful placement, even in deep wounds. The structure can absorb over seven times its weight in blood, staying intact even in high temperatures and humid conditions. It also has natural antibacterial healing instead of harming tissue. Even better, it can be stored for up to two years at room temperature. The organization (KAIST) hasn’t yet announced when the spray will become available.
Refs: https://www.optimistdaily.com/2026/02/spray-on-powder-developed-in-south-korea-stops-severe-bleeding-in-just-one-second/ & https://nypost.com/2026/02/07/us-news/south-korean-scientists-create-life-saving-spray-to-stop-bleeding-instantly/

GASTRONOMIA

Malaga honey now has DOP (Denominación de Origen Protegida) status- key producers and where to buy it:
– Descriptions and links to 15 honey producers in Malaga, now with official designation. To be sure you are getting genuine Malaga honey, confirm it has this new logo.
To view in English use this link: Malaga Honey
Spanish original: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/miel-malaga-dop-productores-esenciales-comprarla-20260205004137-nt_amp.html

FINANCIAL

Personal income tax brackets for Spain 2026: {Translation, summary}
– The income tax brackets for 2026, including both national and regional taxes, would be as follows:
* Up to €12,450: 19% withholding.
* From €12,450 to €20,199: 24% withholding.
* From €20,200 to €35,199: 30% withholding.
* From €35,200 to €59,999: 37% withholding.
* From €60,000 to €299,999: 45% withholding.
* Over €300,000: 47% withholding.
Source: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/tramos-irpf-declaracion-renta_0_2005830057.html
{This is not financial advice, it is reposted for educational purposes only. Always check with a registered financial advisor when seeking tax advice. Withholding percentages can be adjusted via the Model 145 form for personal/family situations (e.g., children, disabilities), potentially lowering effective rates to near zero for very low earners, but not skipping withholding altogether. Ref: https://sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es/Sede/en_gb/Retenciones.shtml
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– Andalucía extends face mask recommendations for hospitals and care homes until May
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/health/the-use-face-masks-hospitals-and-nursing-20260206112506-nt.html
– Search teams in Sayalonga have found yoga teacher Carolina’s body a kilometre away from where she was lost on Wednesday {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/the-body-the-neighbour-who-fell-into-20260206141905-nt.html
– More Malpractice– Malaga hospital payout: Woman wins 69,000 euros after ‘negligent’ elbow diagnosis delays surgery
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– Experts rule out that the tremors felt in Malaga province are caused by the rain
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Poverty levels are stagnating in Spain and the population that cannot afford unforeseen expenses rises to 36.4%: {Translation, summary}
– Spain’s AROPE rate for population at risk of poverty or social exclusion stagnated at 25.7 per cent in 2025, down just one point from 2024 and showing only a 0.1-point yearly drop per the INE Living Conditions Survey. While relative poverty risk fell to 19.5 per cent and severe material deprivation to 8.1 per cent, low work intensity held steady at 8 per cent. Inability to cover unexpected expenses rose to 36.4 per cent. Experts like EAPN-ES’s Ruth Caravantes call the stability bittersweet: it prevents rises amid tough contexts like housing costs, where over 40 per cent of renters are poor, but demands bolder anti-poverty measures. Child poverty improved slightly to 33.8 per cent AROPE (affecting 2.7 million minors), yet remains EU-worst; UNICEF warns Spanish policies are mostly ineffective and lack impact. Andalusia tops regional rates at 34.7 per cent; Basque Country lowest at 14.7 per cent. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-niveles-pobreza-se-estancan-espana-sube-36-4-poblacion-que-no-puede-afrontar-gastos-imprevistos_6930341_0.html

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Moroccans celebrate the government’s mass regularisation– ‘Long live Pedro Sánchez, my family wants to come to Spain’: {Translation, summary}
– Libertad Digital visited the Moroccan Consulate in Madrid to collect reactions from Moroccan citizens after the agreement between Pedro Sánchez and Podemos to regularise more than half a million undocumented immigrants. Most interviewees described Sánchez as “the best president for foreigners” and strongly supported the regularisation plan. Many of those already legalised did not speak Spanish, and reporters were unable to speak with any women, as their husbands prevented them from talking. Outside the consulate, dozens of families queued to handle identity documents, passports, or marriage paperwork.
– Several Moroccans admitted to working off the books in greenhouses and believed the new measure would help those already employed without papers. Others complained about “mafias” reselling consular appointments. One man criticised unaccompanied minors and argued that foreign offenders should be expelled to protect the new arrival’s community image, while two minors expressed gratitude to Sánchez for the support they received in Spanish care centres.
– “Thank you very much, Pedro Sánchez, the regulation of papers is good. My family wants to come to Spain, my parents, even my cousins,” said one Moroccan into Libertad Digital’s microphone. This is evidence counter to Pedro Sánchez’s claim his regularization decree would not create the “call effect”. Clearly it has, as the arrival date necessary to apply for residence papers was 6 months ago. New arrivals don’t qualify, but talk of relocating entire families grows. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2026-02-05/marroquies-celebran-la-regularizacion-masiva-del-gobierno-viva-pedro-sanchez-mi-familia-quiere-venir-a-espana-7354448/

ANDALUCÍA

The entire population of Grazalema (Cádiz) has already been evacuated to Ronda (Malaga) due to the storm: {Translation, summary}
– Grazalema in Cadiz province was fully evacuated on Thursday afternoon after over 600 litres per square metre of rain in one day, atop prior storms, saturated the aquifer and raised landslide risks from underground water pressure. Around 1,600 residents, 100 per cent of the population, were relocated to Ronda in Malaga as a precaution, gathering first at El Fuerte pavilion before dispersal to friends or family.
– Regional president Juanma Moreno called the move “sensible and timely”, citing gushing water through walls and electrical sockets amid record Cadiz rainfall. Mayor Carlos Javier Garcia noted underground caves eroding terrain, pending tests for safety. Ronda’s mayor Maripaz Fernandez pledged care for the fearful evacuees. No imminent danger exists, but officials prioritised prevention over potential street or home destruction from earth shifts. Tests will proceed without residents for clarity. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/cadiz-00351/noticia-totalidad-poblacion-grazalema-cadiz-ya-sido-desalojada-ronda-malaga-temporal-20260205201309.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

A new storm will arrive starting Saturday in the province of Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Malaga province faces ongoing rainfall with no respite after Storm Leonardo, as AEMET warns of a new Atlantic front arriving this weekend, sustaining heavy precipitation through at least next Wednesday. Friday 6 February offers temporary stabilisation, with Leonardo shifting northwest to allow weaker, intermittent showers across Andalusia. However, experts caution that saturated soil has zero absorption capacity, amplifying risks of river swelling, overflows and flooding even from moderate falls, described as “rain on wet ground”.
– From Saturday 7 February, amid moderate forecast uncertainty, a fresh Atlantic storm will intensify rain and winds, particularly in the storm-battered southern third of Spain. New frontal systems crossing the Peninsula that day promise locally intense, persistent downpours, easing slightly Sunday but persisting into early next week.
– Malaga province reactivates alerts on Saturday 7 February: yellow for rain in Ronda and coastal phenomenon warnings along the shore. Rain continues weekend-wide and beyond without higher alerts for now.
– Grazalema’s crisis worsens, with orange alerts active on Saturday 7 February for up to 80 litres per square metre. Andalusia’s government has ordered complete evacuation of the Cadiz municipality due to persistent downpours and landslide threats from a saturated aquifer. Source, Spanish:
https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/02/05/nuevo-temporal-llegara-partir-sabado-malaga-126494545.html

NERJA

The storm demolishes the remains of the watchtower of the Molino de Papel in the area of Maro: {Translation}
– The strong westerly storm associated with the Leonardo storm has demolished this Thursday the last remains standing of the watchtower of the Molino de Papel, also known as the torre del río de la Miel, located in the natural area of the Cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo and which dated from 1751. The fall of the structure, which has been badly deteriorated for decades, occurred after several days of strong waves and wind, which ended up defeating the remains of the tower, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest (BIC) and listed since 2022 on the Red List of Heritage for its serious state of conservation. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/temporal-derriba-restos-torre-vigia-molino-papel-20260205135228-nt_amp.html

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Nerja opens the preliminary public consultation on the Municipal Plan for the Control and Ethical Management of Urban Cat Colonies: {Translation, summary}
– The Nerja Town Council has initiated the preliminary public consultation process for the approval of the Municipal Plan for the Control and Ethical Management of Urban Cat Colonies, with the aim of effectively and sustainably regulating the coexistence between citizens and cat colonies in the municipality. The deadline for submitting contributions will be 20 working days from the day following the publication of the draft document on the Transparency Portal of the municipal website.
– ‘This Plan aims to establish a framework for action based on criteria of animal welfare, public health and respect for the urban environment, in line with current animal protection regulations,’ said the Councillor for the Environment, Javier Rodríguez, who highlighted that among its objectives are the identification and control of cat colonies, the application of the CER (Capture, Sterilisation and Return) method, coordination with collaborating entities and authorised volunteers, and raising public awareness.
– Through this prior public consultation, the City Council invites citizens, associations, relevant groups and interested parties to contribute suggestions, opinions and proposals that will help define the general lines of the future municipal plan before the final text is approved. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nerja-abre-la-consulta-publica-previa-del-plan-municipal-de-control-y-gestion-etica-de-colonias-urbanas-felinas/

SAYALONGA

Storm forces aerial search teams to withdraw from the search for the woman who fell into the river in Sayalonga: {Translation, summary}
– A major search is under way in Sayalonga, Málaga province, for Carolina, a 44 year old yoga instructor who disappeared on Wednesday after being swept away by the River Turvilla. She had reportedly jumped into the water to rescue one of her dogs during heavy rain brought by the Leonardo storm. The animal was later found alive, but Carolina remains missing.
– Her partner witnessed her fall near the washhouse bridge and alerted emergency services. Around fifty personnel from the Civil Guard, firefighters, volunteers, and local authorities are combing a seven kilometre stretch between Sayalonga and Algarrobo, supported by mountain and underwater rescue teams. A helicopter and drones were deployed but grounded due to strong winds and rain. The search area is difficult because of steep terrain and debris carried by the swollen river. Both mayors of Sayalonga and Algarrobo are present, joining relatives and friends awaiting news. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/mujer-desaparecida-rio-sayalonga-20260204220113-nt_amp.html

GRANADA

Sierra Nevada extends closure to this Friday due to the effects of the rains on the slopes:{Translation, summary}
– Sierra Nevada ski resort in Granada will stay closed Friday, the third straight day and seventh in eleven, after 200 litres per square metre of rain and snow since 27 January caused widespread damage amid ongoing storms. Key issues include water and mud flows ruining El Rio piste from near Loma de Dilar to Pradollano; puddles in Borreguiles and lift stations like Veleta and Emile Allais; heavy snow buildup above; water damage at Mirlo Blanco complex; and three avalanches near Ascensor plus affected Trampolin and Visera pistes. Preventive snow barriers channelled much water away, limiting worse harm. Teams are now draining pools and repairing surfaces for safety.
– Cetursa, the public operator, prioritises maintenance over reopening amid poor visibility and high winds. Daily snow reports and social media will update on weekend prospects once work advances. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-sierra-nevada-prolonga-cierre-viernes-efectos-lluvias-pistas-20260205115318.html

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The Alhambra and the Generalife of Granada reopen their doors this Friday after two days closed due to the Leonardo storm: {Translation, summary}
– The Patronato de lah Alhambra y Generalife has announced the complete reopening of its Monumental Complex as of this Friday, February 6, after the closure of its facilities during the day on Thursday and last Wednesday due to the weather forecasts associated with the Leonardo storm. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia…

ALMERIA

Gang brutally attacks a father and his son after a football match in Almería: {Translation, summary}
– A youth football match in Almería’s third division ended violently on 2 February when about twenty men of Maghrebi origin ambushed players and relatives near La Mojonera’s sports ground. After La Mojonera El Viso lost 2–3 to Las Norias, a player and his father were attacked with knives, beaten, and robbed of their phones and car keys. The father sustained a fractured jaw and required surgery, while the son suffered multiple bruises.
– During the same clash, the visiting coach was also threatened at knifepoint. Las Norias Club de Fútbol later expressed solidarity with the victims, warning that incidents of aggression have become recurrent and raise serious concerns about youth safety.
– Both clubs blame a violent group unconnected with the sport that “only seeks to harm” and denounced repeated failures of police protection. The local club claims the Sub-delegation of the Government in Almería ignored earlier warnings about this radical group, some of whose members allegedly have criminal records. Police have opened an investigation amid growing local alarm over insecurity around youth football venues. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/andalucia/2026-02-04/batalla-campal-en-almeria-20-magrebies-agreden-brutalmente-a-un-padre-y-su-hijo-tras-un-partido-7354296/

HEALTH

The Supreme Court exonerates the regional administration of all the adverse effects of the Covid vaccine if there was no malpractice– Uses the “no one forced you to take the shot” defence: {Translation, summary}
– The Supreme Court has overturned a 40,000 euro award against Extremadura’s regional government for a woman’s thrombosis 56 days after her 2021 Janssen Covid vaccine. The court ruled that administrations are not liable for rare vaccine side effects during the emergency pandemic context unless malpractice, breach of medical standards, or negligence is proven.
– The claimant suffered mesenteric thrombosis on 26 August, well beyond the 5-24 day window for known Janssen risks like thrombosis with thrombocytopenia, per the European Medicines Agency. Lower courts had imposed strict liability merely for administering the shot, but the Supreme Court stressed vaccination’s voluntariness: individuals accepted inherent risks amid the crisis, where not having offered it might have worsened overall harm. Liability persists only for service failures, not normal operations or progress risks. This sets a key precedent exonerating regions from blanket responsibility for vaccine adverse events. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariodesevilla.es/juzgado_de_guardia/actualidad/supremo-exculpa-administracion-autonomica-efectos_0_2005825050.html

RECALLS

Another Baby Formula Recall– Alert for possible presence of cereulide in infant formulas produced in France but widely distributed: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has been made aware through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF) of an alert notification sent by the French health authorities, regarding the possible presence of cereulide in these products.
– Cereulide is a toxin that can cause sudden nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain between 30 minutes and six hours after ingestion. In young babies, it can disrupt the body’s sodium balance and lead to complications such as dehydration.
– Babybio Caprea 1 – Batch number and expiry date: 899014 and 28/07/2027; 911057 and 17/09/2027. 800gr.
– Babybio Optima 1 – Batch number and expiry date: 907179 and 01/10/2027. 800gr.
Source, Spanish: https://www.aesan.gob.es/AECOSAN/web/seguridad_alimentaria/alertas_alimentarias/2026_05.htm

FINANCIAL

Bitcoin crashes below $70K:
– Bitcoin crashed below the $70,000 price level on Feb. 5 as the leading cryptocurrency lost roughly 8% in value within the last 24 hours. The price crash is the worst since early November 2024. As of 10:30 a.m. EST Thursday, its price had dipped to $67,245.
– Ether also fell 8% in 24 hours to trade at $2,068.06. A dip below $2,000 would mark the first time since May 2025. BNB fell more than 9.5% to trade at $677.11. XRP fell as much as 15% to trade at $1.35. Full articles: https://www.thestreet.com/crypto/markets/bitcoin-crashes-to-70k-millions-of-dollars-wiped-out & https://apnews.com/article/bitcoin-prices-falling…

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– Malaga water reserves: from drought to dangerous upper limits
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-goes-from-drought-reservoirs-guadalteba-already-20260205123817-nt.html
– Malaga– three earthquakes recorded in three hours {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ronda/three-earthquakes-recorded-the-province-malaga-three-20260205101138-nt.html
– Granada’s Costa Tropical escapes the worst of Storm Leonardo despite road cuts and battering rain
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/minor-incidents-the-coast-after-the-squall-20260205115405-nt.html

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Concert- ‘London Blues Ten Believers’: Fri, 6 Feb, 7pm
J. Martín Recuerda Auditorium, Casa de la Cultura de Almuñécar
Address: Puerta de Granada 19, (18690) Almuñécar.
London Blues – Ten Believers arrives with a concert full of authentic blues, emotion and great musical quality. The band, made up of top-notch musicians, offers a journey through classic and contemporary blues, with guitars full of soul, a solid rhythmic base and an intense and elegant interpretation. After sharing the stage with legends such as Buddy Guy, Ronnie Wood or Alicia Keys, Ten Believers promises an intimate and vibrant evening for lovers of blues and live music.
Info & tix (€15): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/london-blues-ten-believers

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Car Boot El Pantano, La Vinuela, Sunday, 8 February:
Weather permitting of course. We are all hoping the weather will be kind and look forward to seeing you all on the 8th.
For further information and stall enquiries please telephone me Sandra/Sandy on 633878471.
Directions: car park of El Pantano restaurant, Km 30 on the A356, overlooking Los Romano’s.

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Hiking Event- Trail through the Molinos Río Turvilla Archéz-Canillas Albaida area: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026, 9am
Pre-registration required. The route begins in Árchez and follows a varied circular walk through market gardens, mills and irrigation channels, with views of the foothills of the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park. It partly coincides with Stage 7 of the Gran Senda de Málaga and runs alongside the Turvilla or Cajula River. Highlights include the Mudejar bell tower of the Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, old mills such as Doña Fidela and the historic Matías Mill, metal walkways above an irrigation channel, waterfalls, and a Roman bridge and road. The walk climbs to the village of Canillas de Albaida, passing its main square and church, before descending via the Hermitage of San Antón and returning carefully to Árchez on sandy paths. The route combines cultural heritage, water features and rural scenery.
Event organised by Turismo Activo Málaga Natural Guia and collaboration with Club Deportivo Gente y Movimiento.
For any questions please contact the organisers:
María José: 653827096 or WhatsApp.
Juanfra: 654088199 or WhatsApp.
Full info: https://www.malaganaturalguiada.com/ublog.php?nid=1053

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Ardales celebrates its XXIX Fiesta de la Matanza with tastings, music and a market: Sun, 8 Feb
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The program also includes charanga, batucada and verdiales parades, as well as a dance area. Live music will arrive from four in the afternoon with the performance of Triana, a pioneering group of Andalusian rock, and the Andalusian rock band La Mala Hora. There will be guided tours of the urban area of the municipality and the Prehistory Center, the Castle of the Peña de Ardales, which houses the Museum of History and Traditions, and the Mudejar Church.
In addition, an exhibition of local crafts and gastronomy will be installed on the courts of the Municipal Sports Centre, while in the Plaza San Isidro there will be an area dedicated to the agri-food companies of the region.

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SPAIN

Feijóo accuses Sánchez of wanting to ‘expropriate’ landlords’ right to collect rent with his social shield decree: {Translation, summary}
– People’s Party leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo criticised the Spanish Government’s proposed anti-eviction decree during a visit to the Fribin meat company in Binéfar. He accused the executive of trying to “expropriate landlords’ rights” by forcing them to forgo rental income instead of assuming responsibility for social policy failures. Feijóo argued that the state, not private citizens, must assist vulnerable families unable to pay rent or household expenses.
– He described the decree as proof of the Government’s “abdication” of social responsibilities, specifically accusing it of lying to pensioners by bundling pension increases with housing measures in the omnibus decree to use as a shield, deflecting blame for its lack of effective public housing policy and social sensitivity. In an omnibus bill retirees would naturally pass pension increases, often not aware that passing it would also involve landlord protection laws.
– Responding to Sumar MP Lara Hernández’s (communist) denial of an illegal squatting problem on Carlos Alsina’s Onda Cero radio programme, Feijóo called it an insult to thousands affected and insisted expropriations have no place in a Western democracy like Spain. He cited 80,000 landlords unable to collect rent and over 40,000 illegally occupied properties. Feijóo claimed Spain needs 700,000 more homes, with this Government creating the worst housing crisis since the property bubble, elevating housing to Spaniards’ top concern. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/aragon/noticia…

AXARQUÍA

More than a dozen roads in the Axarquía affected by landslides: {Translation}
– Heavy rain and strong gusts of wind associated with Storm Leonardo have caused significant disruptions across the Axarquía region, where more than a dozen roads have been affected by landslides and falling rocks, requiring the intervention of the Provincial Fire Consortium of the Málaga Provincial Council.
– So far, fire service crews have operated on at least thirteen roads, many of them inter-municipal routes, where rockfalls have invaded the carriageway, obstructing or halting traffic. The incidents have been spread across municipalities such as Vélez-Málaga, Nerja, Torrox, Almáchar, El Borge, Moclinejo, Arenas, Alcaucín, Cútar, Sayalonga and Totalán.
– Among the affected roads in the region are the MA–3104 (from MA–3111 to La Breña), MA–3106 (from Cútar to El Borge), MA–3109 (from El Borge to Almáchar), MA–3110 (Olías to Totalán), MA–3111 (from Olías to MA–3105), MA–3112 (from MA–3109 to MA–3116), MA–3114 (from Moclinejo to Almáchar), MA–3117 (from MA–3119 to El Valdés), MA–3203 (from N–340 to Cajiz), MA–4104 (from A–7205 to Alcaucín), MA–4110 (from Corumbela to Daimalos), MA–4111 (from Vélez–Málaga to Arenas), and MA–6102 (from N–340 to Río de la Miel, in Nerja).
– The Provincial Fire Consortium has also intervened on Lope de Vega Street in Vélez–Málaga to remove roof tiles at risk of falling.
– The Consortium advises residents to exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow instructions from emergency services while the adverse weather conditions persist. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/mas-de-una-decena-de-carreteras-axarquia-afectadas-por-desprendimientos/

MALAGA PROVINCE

The number of flood alert points rises to a dozen after 12 hours of continuous rain in the province of Malaga: {Translation}
– These are persistent, continuous rains with considerable volumes. The cumulative effect that had been expected is beginning to be felt in the river channels as the day progresses. In some parts of the province, more than 100 litres per square metre have been recorded during the first twelve hours. The battle against Storm Leonardo is being fought much more in inland areas than on the coast, where, for now, it is passing only lightly. By midday, nine monitored channels were already showing complications. To these must be added others without gauges, such as those in the Verde system (the Guadaiza, Guadalmina and Guadalmansa, for example, also swollen).
– Given this situation, the authorities are recommending that all possible caution be taken as the hours go by. By midday, there were already three points at red alert level: the Guadiaro in Cortes de la Frontera, once again at its highest recorded level; the Guadalteba in Teba; and the Guadalhorce in Archidona. In the case of the river that flows through Ronda, it exceeded 578 cubic metres per second and a depth of 4.64 metres at the diversion to the Majaceite. The Guadalteba, in turn, carried 173 m³/s and a depth of 3.21 metres, while the upper section of the Guadalhorce reached 365 m³/s and 5.25 metres.
– At orange alert level were the Genal in Jubrique and the Grande in Las Millanas, Tolox. Already at yellow level were the Guadalhorce itself at the Paredones weir (Álora, where the channels divide for irrigation and Málaga city) and Cártama. In this latter locality, although still far from the nightmare levels experienced last Christmas, the tendency is for the situation to worsen within a few hours. Close monitoring will be needed, as well as of the Campanillas and the Turón, which are also at yellow threshold. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/suben-decena-puntos-alerta-riadas-tras-doce-horas-lluvia-malaga-20260204125144-nt_amp.html

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TORROX

City Council of Torrox informs about preventive measures in the face of the rainy season, road closures announced: {Translation, summary}
– The Torrox Town Council reports that since the early hours of Wednesday, 4 February, and as a result of the continuous rainfall affecting the municipality, there have been occasional rises in rivers and streams, as well as small landslides in various parts of the municipal area.
– In view of this situation, and with the primary aim of ensuring safety, the Town Council has implemented preventive measures that include cutting off access to rivers and streams, as well as the temporary closure of certain roads and paths affected by landslides or considered to be at risk, as in Barranco Plano, the Güi River or El Peñoncillo. The Torrox Local Police are carrying out signage, monitoring and closure of these access points, acting progressively and in coordination as the episode of rain continues to develop.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/ayuntamiento-torrox-informa-sobre-medidas-preventivas-ante-temporal-lluvias/

NERJA

The Junta reactivates the process to regulate access to the Chíllar River in Nerja: {Translation, summary}
– The Chíllar River in Nerja has remained closed to the public since August 2023 due to overcrowding and environmental concerns, though some visitors still trespass despite fines. The Junta de Andalucía has reactivated proceedings to regulate controlled access to the middle and upper sections, reopening the process for private management following the rejection of previous bids in 2025. The model seeks to emulate the Caminito del Rey system, granting a concession for tourism use of the hydraulic public domain. The company Iniciativas Turísticas Ardales S.L.U. has renewed its proposal, and other firms may apply within a month.
– The municipal closure order stays in force while environmental, safety, and infrastructure conditions are reviewed. Ecologists, meanwhile, strongly oppose charging visitors up to twelve euros, urging a permanent ban and accusing the authorities of turning a protected site of great natural value into a commercial venture. Local hikers suggest that creating proper trails, limiting access to off-trail areas, and allowing free access during limited days/hours is a better approach, and ask why no EU Recovery Funds are available for these projects. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/junta-reactiva-proceso-regular-acceso-rio-chillar-nerja-20260204100409-nt_amp.html

GRANADA

The Sierra Nevada ski resort closes again this Thursday due to the effects of the storm: {Translation, summary}
– Sierra Nevada ski resort in Granada will stay closed Thursday due to storm Leonardo’s impact on ski slopes, with forecasts of heavy rain, zero visibility, and hurricane winds persisting. This marks the sixth closure in ten days since 27 January, when successive storms first forced shutdowns, including five days by Wednesday amid extreme conditions.
– Tuesday saw delayed opening after Monday’s 120 km/h gusts, while last week brought three straight closures. Avalanche risk remains very high, prompting extreme caution against mountain travel.
– Aemet has issued a yellow wind warning for Thursday in Granada’s Nevada and Alpujarras zone, down from Wednesday’s orange alert for up to 100 litres per square metre of rain in 12 hours. Cetursa, the resort’s public operator, confirmed the ongoing adverse weather. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-estacion-esqui-sierra-nevada-vuelve-cerrar-jueves-efectos-borrasca-20260204150208.html

EUROPE

The new Czech government of populist prime minister Babiš survives parliamentary no-confidence vote:
– The new Czech government of populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš survived on Wednesday a parliamentary no-confidence vote called by the opposition over the handling of a dispute with the country’s president. Only 84 opposition lawmakers in the 200-seat lower house of Parliament voted in favour of dismissing the three-party coalition government. At least 101 votes were needed to oust the government at the end of a two-day debate. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/czech-no-confidence-vote-babis-president-74b5d7a0b954574cb222ea5cdc139e7a

UKRAINE WAR

EU countries close the agreement to deliver another 90,000 million euros to Ukraine through a new debt issue: {Translation, summary}
– EU countries have agreed on a legal framework to deliver 90 billion euros in aid to Ukraine through a new joint debt issue, similar to that used during the Covid pandemic. The agreement, reached by ambassadors from 24 member states, excluding dissenting Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, allocates 60 billion euros for defence production, prioritising European industry, and 30 billion for financial and humanitarian support.
– The European Parliament is expected to approve the measure in February, with Kyiv receiving funds by late March. Non-EU partners may take part under specific bilateral or defence agreements, though defence purchases must primarily come from EU or Ukrainian firms. The funding will be subject to strict conditions, including anti-corruption commitments. {What a joke, Ukraine can’t account for hundreds of billions in funds and weapons as it is, despite repeated commitments to transparency and after multiple high-level corruption scandals. If you are forcing Ukraine to spend the money buying euro-made military supplies anyway, why give them the money at all, just ship the supplies directly. Oh, but then there is no way for middlemen to collect their vig. -Ed.}
– Cyprus’s finance minister said the plan underscores Europe’s determination to support Ukraine’s sovereignty while ensuring transparency and responsible use of EU resources under international law. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/los-paises-ue-cierran-acuerdo-para-entregar-ucrania-90-000-millones-euros-traves-una-nueva-emision-deuda_6930012_0.html

UK

The former Prince Andrew moves to King Charles III’s private estate after Epstein document uproar:
– The former Prince Andrew has moved out of his long-time home on crown-owned land near Windsor Castle earlier than expected after the latest release of documents from the U.S. investigation of Jeffrey Epstein revived questions about his friendship with the convicted sex offender.
– The 65-year-old brother of King Charles III, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, left the Royal Lodge in Windsor on Monday and is now living on the king’s Sandringham estate in eastern England, Britain’s Press Association reported. British media reported that Mountbatten-Windsor will live temporarily at Wood Farm Cottage while his permanent home on the estate undergoes repairs. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/epstein-andrew-royal-lodge-1443dd1cac502d230cf446a32c2a0c59

HEALTH

Mammogate Update- The Patient Ombudsman takes the case of the screenings to the State Attorney General: {Translation, summary}
– The Patient Advocate Association has asked Spain’s Attorney General to reopen the case on breast cancer screening errors in Andalusia, after the Seville Prosecutor’s Office dropped it for lack of criminal evidence against former regional health officials Jesús Aguirre and Catalina García. President Carmen Flores urges an audit to determine the scale of the problem across the region, citing the legal duty to report potential offences. The association requests that the case be combined with a UGT complaint concerning 3,000 women in Huelva affected by similar screening failures. It stresses that cancer prevention programmes must be implemented without delay, as neglect causes both suffering and public expense. The group appeals to the Attorney General to act to protect citizens’ health and lives, arguing that government inaction and irresponsibility endanger the public and violate the authorities’ obligation to ensure preventive healthcare. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/defensor-paciente-lleva-caso-cribados_0_2005816249.html

CONSUMER INFO

If you have a HUAWEI smartwatch, this is of interest to you– you will no longer be able to make payments with your device in Spain: {Translation, summary}
– HUAWEI smartwatch users in Spain can no longer make contactless payments after Quicko Wallet, the European payment platform supporting the service, ceased operations. The Polish financial regulator revoked Quicko’s licence on 21 January, forcing the company to halt all operations across the EU. The reasons for the withdrawal remain undisclosed. As a result, payment functions on HUAWEI devices have been deactivated in Spain and other European countries. Quicko has reassured users that their funds remain safe and will be refunded, with instructions to be sent by email shortly. – HUAWEI has confirmed it was an external service provider and that the closure stems from a regulatory decision outside its control. The firm stresses its full legal compliance and commitment to user experience, adding that it is working with new international partners to restore secure and reliable payment options on its wearables as soon as possible. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/fabricantes/relojes-huawei-fin-pagos-quicko-wallet-espana_6929970_0.html

TECH

Telegram attacks Sánchez over new social media regulations– ‘These are steps towards total control’: {Translation, summary}
– Telegram founder Pavel Durov has sharply criticised Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s new digital regulations, calling them a threat to privacy and free expression that could turn Spain into a surveillance state. He argued that under the guise of protection, the measures expand state control over citizens and tech platforms. Durov condemned mandatory age verification for social media, warning it could erode anonymity and enable mass data collection. Although aimed at child protection, Durov warns that it would involve strict controls such as the use of ID cards or even biometric data for every user.
– He also decried criminal liability for executives, saying it would foster over-censorship and endanger free debate. Further, he warned that penalising “algorithmic amplification” of harmful content would allow governments to manipulate online visibility, and that monitoring “hate footprints” could be used to silence dissent. Praising Telegram’s encryption and independence, Durov urged users to demand transparency and defend their rights before it is too late. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/telegram…

SCAMS

Sentimental deception as a method to empty accounts of vulnerable women in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– A 45 year old man and his partner have been arrested in Málaga for allegedly running a long-term romance scam that defrauded women in vulnerable emotional situations. The suspect is accused of manipulating his victims psychologically, gaining their trust through online relationships before requesting money under false pretences such as personal crises, investments, or emergencies.
– One woman in Mislata reportedly transferred 70,000 euros over two years without ever meeting him. The couple allegedly fabricated elaborate stories, including claims of kidnapping and imprisonment, with the man’s partner posing as a relative to reinforce the lies.
– Investigators found that the proceeds, totalling over 100,000 euros, were mostly spent on drugs, risky trading, and luxury items. The man faces charges of continuous fraud, money laundering, and gender based violence, while his partner has been charged with fraud. Police are continuing the investigation and appealing for further potential victims to come forward. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo…

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Renfe cancels all railway services in Andalusia except for Cordoba-Madrid, Jaén-Madrid and C1 lines in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Wednesday morning several rail services had already been suspended, including all local Cercanías services in the Seville area, as well as the C2 line in Malaga, Malaga-Alora, and the C-1a Cadiz Las Aletas-University line.
– Regarding Media Distancia services, all trains in Andalusia have been cancelled except Jaen-Madrid and Granada-Almeria, and local trains from Cordoba between C.U. Rabanales and Cordoba J.A. have also been eliminated.
– The same has happened with Avant trains, where all Andalusian services between Seville-Cordoba-Malaga, Seville-Cordoba-Granada, and Malaga-Granada have been cancelled.
– For high-speed and long-distance services, the Madrid-Seville/Malaga AVE has been suspended between Cordoba and Malaga, and between Cordoba and Seville, with only the Madrid-Cordoba stretch guaranteed. Passengers from Madrid or Villanueva heading to final destinations in Andalusia have no guaranteed connection beyond Cordoba.
– Likewise, the Almeria-Madrid Intercity and Alvia Almeria-Granada-Madrid trains have been cancelled.
The Algeciras-Malaga Alvia (departing Algeciras at 13.10 and Malaga at 14.40) and Ronda-Antequera (departing Ronda at 14.45 and Antequera at 14.00) have also been suspended.
– The Cadiz-Madrid Alvias are not running, suspended on the Cadiz-Cordoba stretch, nor the Cadiz-Barcelona service with the Cadiz-Linares section cancelled. The Almeria-Madrid trains have also been suppressed. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia…

CANCEL CULTURE / #MeToo

Twist in the Errejón case- Mouliaá withdraws her accusation of alleged sexual abuse: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish actress Elisa Mouliaá announced on Wednesday that she is withdrawing the sexual assault allegation she had maintained against former MP Íñigo Errejón. In a statement on social media, she clarified that her decision was not a retraction but “a boundary”, explaining that she felt alone in pursuing the case, as no other alleged victims had come forward. Mouliaá stated that she could not continue “bearing everything” alone and would withdraw from the judicial process with her conscience clear, asserting that she neither sought money nor publicity.
– Her original complaint sought a three-year prison sentence and 30,000 euros in compensation for alleged abuse in October 2021.
– Errejón’s defence expressed trust in the justice system and confirmed his intention to proceed with his slander lawsuit against Mouliaá to prove his innocence.
– Meanwhile, the popular prosecution, led by Adive, will maintain its case against Errejón despite the withdrawal of both Mouliaá and the Prosecutor’s Office. Adive argues that the alleged acts seriously affected sexual freedom and must not go unpunished. The judge has already ordered an oral trial, set bail at 30,000 euros, and heard extensive testimony during thirteen months of investigation. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-mouliaa-anuncia-retira-acusacion-contra-errejon-presunto-abuso-sexual-20260204154811.html

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– Palm trees felled in Salobreña as more storms forecast {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/salobrena-fells-palm-trees-prevent-them-from-20260204101830-nt.html
– Spain rail crisis: Minister of Transport cannot guarantee date for Malaga-Madrid line reopening
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/puente-does-not-dare-give-date-for-20260204080433-nt.html
– Andalusian regional government gives green light to 581 new homes in Vélez-Málaga
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/andalusian-regional-government-gives-green-light-581-20260204111254-nt.html

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