DigameXtra No. 3279 Tuesday, July 7th, 2026

On July 7, 2026July 6, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Weekend Beach Festival 2026- Torre del Mar: Thur-Sat, 9-11 July
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Update- Nerja celebrates the Virgen del Carmen with cultural, festive and religious events: 12-18 July
– Sunday, July 12 – First-ever mass at the Balcón de Europa at 9:00 PM.
– Wednesday, July 15 – Mass at the Church of El Salvador in memory of deceased brothers, floral offering, and opening of the sailor’s market in Los Cangrejos.
– Thursday, July 16 – Mass in honor of the Virgin, followed by the maritime-terrestrial procession to La Torrecilla beach (with petal showers, Salve Marinera performances, and the large floral arch welcoming the Virgin).
– Thursday, July 16 (evening) – Musical performances and traditional firework display.
– Friday, July 17 – Performances and dance academies, plus presentation of the Brotherhood’s recognitions and Fishing Contest trophies.
– Saturday, July 18 – Traditional Popular Moraga (sardine barbecue) in Plaza de los Cangrejos, with sardine skewers for all attendees.
– Saturday, July 18 (finale) – Closing performance by the group Las Carlotas.

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Concert- Paco Candela in Motril: Fri, 17 July, 10pm
Plaza de Toros de Motril, Carretera de las Ventillas S/N – Motril
After 16 studio albums, nominations for Latin Grammys and Odeón Awards, and recognition as Andalusian of the Year and Youth Role Model in the Parliament of Andalusia, Paco Candela has become one of the leading voices in flamenco and popular music, both nationally and internationally. Considered by many to be “the people’s singer,” he presents this tour celebrating 30 years of his career with his “Candelistas,” as his fans call themselves. Accompanied by an excellent group of musicians and technicians who make each performance an unforgettable night, pure emotion and pure feeling, that is Paco Candela.
Band website: https://pacocandelaoficial.com/
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Concert- Nights of Opera and Zarzuela, in Marbella:
Fri, 17 July, 10pm
José Pernía Calderón Auditorium
Constitution Park, Marbella 29601
Marbella will experience a unique evening dedicated to great opera with the recital “Nights of Opera and Zarzuela.” The star of the evening will be soprano Montserrat Martí Caballé, daughter of the unforgettable Montserrat Caballé and one of the most renowned voices in Spanish opera. She will be accompanied by the prestigious baritone Luis Santana from Zamora and pianist Víctor Carbajo, forming an exceptional trio to offer an unforgettable musical experience under the stars. Info & tix (€25): https://www.mientrada.net/evento/marbella-noches-de-opera-zarzuela/

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Dreambeach Costa del Sol Fest- Velez Malaga:
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SPAIN

Peinado’s substitute judge allows Begoña Gómez to go to her daughter’s graduation, but not to the NATO summit: {Trans, summary}
– The substitute judge, Antonio Viejo, has barred Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s Prime Minister, from attending the NATO summit in Ankara. The restriction stems from Turkey not belonging to the EU’s area of freedom, security and justice, which the prosecution argued would hinder judicial co-operation if needed.
– In contrast, the judge allowed her to travel to London for a daughter’s graduation, citing the UK’s strong co-operative judicial ties with Spain, even post-Brexit. Her passport will be returned for that specific trip, from Wednesday to Friday, and must be redeposited on the first working day after her return (13 July).
– The Public Prosecutor’s Office had not opposed her accompanying the official delegation to Turkey, but the judge upheld the precautionary measure based on institutional and legal grounds. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/juez-sustituto-peinado-permite-begona-gomez-graduacion-hija-pero-cumbre-otan_202607066a4bd69bdcb2092ca8c7f1c4.html

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The majority of Spaniards believe that Justice is not impartial in cases that affect politicians: {Trans}
– This Monday, the CIS published a barometer on the quality of democracy in which 77% of Spaniards declare that Justice is not impartial in judicial processes that affect political parties.
– 39.3% “disagree” with the idea that Justice is “impartial” in these cases and 37.6% declare they “strongly disagree”. In total, 76.9%. On the other hand, 21.8% do believe that it is impartial. Furthermore, a very high percentage, 88.8%, believe that Justice does not treat a politician in the same way as an ordinary citizen. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/ultima-hora-actualidad-politica-directo_6_13358344_1123930.html

ANDALUCÍA

The second heat wave will continue with highs of 43ºC in the Guadalquivir region and with a hot, dry wind situation in Malaga: {Trans, summary}
– The delegate of the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) in Andalusia, Juan de Dios del Pino, has reported that the second heat wave will continue until Wednesday with highs of 43 degrees Celsius in the Guadalquivir Valley. From Thursday onwards, “there will be changes” and temperatures will drop by up to five degrees in this area. However, on the Costa del Sol, from Thursday onwards, thermometers will rise to around 38 degrees Celsius due to a “terral” wind (a wind that comes from the land, from the interior, not from the sea).
– Del Pino also pointed out that there is “another possibility of a further drop in temperatures, which would be on Saturday, when a new influx of Atlantic air is expected which—although coming from the southwest—is intensifying the temperature decrease.” Similarly, maximum temperatures in the Guadalquivir Valley could fall below 35 degrees on Saturday. On Sunday, “temperatures will recover, but will not reach 40 degrees.”
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-segunda-ola-calor-continuara-maximas-43c-guadalquivir-situacion-terral-malaga-20260706124804.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón begins the restoration of the Totalán stream bridge: {Trans, summary}
– The Rincón de la Victoria City Council has started the restoration works on the bridge over the Totalán stream, a key action to advance the connection of the Coastal Path between Malaga capital and Rincón de la Victoria. The project has a budget of 394,212.64 euros, financed entirely by the Malaga Provincial Council, and an expected execution period of 16 weeks.
– The intervention will allow the viaduct located over the Totalán stream to be recovered and adapted to pedestrian use, an infrastructure of 67.43 meters long which is part of the route planned to expand the Senda Litoral at this strategic point on the Malaga coast. The objective is to improve the pedestrian continuity between Málaga and Rincón de la Victoria. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2026/07/06/obras-puente-arroyo-totalan-senda-litoral-malaga-rincon-132173442.html

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Fashion and Beauty come together at the III Bezmiliana Fashion Show in Rincón de la Victoria: {Trans, summary}
– Rincón de la Victoria is gearing up for its fair, which this year will be held from July 15th to 19th. Prior to these festive days, the city’s Plaza Al-Ándalus will host the 3rd edition of the Bezmiliana Flamenco Fashion Show. This year, as a new feature, the gala will also serve to elect the Queen and King of the Fair.
– The event will start at 9:00 p.m. and will distribute a total of 3,800 euros in prizes among the participants. Those interested in becoming the next Queen and Mister of the Fair can register until July 9th. The organizers have set up a WhatsApp number for registrations: 666 456 789.
– The fashion show will feature prominent names in flamenco fashion, along with local designers and brands. Attendees will be able to enjoy collections by Cándido Luis, Enrique Vicent, and Ada Gutiérrez. Representing Rincón de la Victoria will be designs by Esther Viegas, Rosa Laura, and Abril Design Atelier. The models will parade wearing the traditional flamenco dress, while the boys will wear the marengo suit, closely linked to the Malaga maritime tradition. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/moda-y-belleza-se-unen-en-la-iii-pasarela-bezmiliana-de-rincon-de-la-victoria/

SALOBREÑA

Salobreña opens its first chill-out beach club:
– Salobreña on Granada province’s Costa Tropical has got its first beach club: La Calita Tropical is described as “a laid-back beach club”.
– The venue is open from morning until evening: “We serve breakfast, lunch, then afternoon drinks and drinks in the evening,” explained Carlota Rialmandro, owner of the venue. She added that the bar does not do evening meals, although they have set up a small ‘kiosk’ where they prepare burgers, both to eat in and to take away.
– According to Carlota, there are many traditional chiringuitos (beach bars) along the Salobreña coast, but until now there had been no venue offering the kind of laid-back beach club experience that La Calita Tropical provides, with hammocks and sun loungers.
– With the summer season in full swing, Carlota says, “We’ve got off to a brilliant start.” The new beach club has a DJ booth and the plan is to organise sessions at least once a week. In September, when the temperatures start to drop, they plan to launch yoga classes. In addition to this, there will be other evening events, such as stand-up comedy and live music performances. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/salobrena-opens-first-20260706103914-nt.html

EUROPE

NATO’s Mark Rutte urges allies to meet spending targets:
– NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Monday demanded that the allies put forward “clear, concrete and credible plans” to reach the organization’s spending targets at its annual summit in Ankara. Rutte made the remarks in the Turkish capital come ahead of a two-day summit starting on Tuesday that comes at a time crucial time for the alliance with the United States scaling down its security role in Europe. Washington has been pressing allies to shoulder more of the spending burden.
– The 32 nations agreed last year to invest 5% of their gross domestic product on defense — 3.5% on their defense budgets and 1.5% on roads, bridges and ports so troops and equipment can move faster in times of conflict. Spain endorsed the goal but said that it could fulfill NATO’s security requirements without spending so much. Some countries are still struggling to meet the alliance’s old target of 2% of GDP.
– Asked what would happen to allies that don’t have a clear plan, Rutte said: “If one or two of {sic} still have to be convinced, we have ways to do that.” He did not elaborate.
– U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker suggested last week that the United States does have something in store for those who do not step up, but he declined to say what that might be. “President (Donald) Trump fully expects that all allies will step up immediately and get on the path to 5% and do it with urgency,” he said.
– Trump has called for “loyalty” from NATO allies, after some of them declined to allow the use of their bases in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. “We need our allies in NATO to step up and assume leadership roles, and I mean that not only in sort of loud cheerleading but also the moral authority and the moral compass of the alliance,” Whitaker said last week. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/nato-summit-spending-rutte-afeb65422318e1dd91c5a433f9d35980

UK

Sky agrees to buy British broadcaster ITV for up $2.1 billion to compete with streaming giants:
– Sky, the UK-based TV, internet and mobile phone provider owned by Comcast, has agreed to buy ITV’s media and entertainment arm for up to 1.6 billion pounds ($2.1 billion) after months of talks to create a major competitor to the global streaming giants.
– The deal includes the terrestrial TV channels and streaming service of ITV, Britain’s largest commercial broadcaster. ITV’s production arm, ITV Studios, known for shows such as the “I’m A Celebrity’’ series, will remain an independent company.
– The transaction will “create a UK champion with the scale and resources to better compete with global streaming platforms,” ITV Chairman Andrew Cosslett said in a statement. The combined Sky-ITV entity will become part of NBCUniversal following the completion of its split from Comcast, ITV said. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/itv-sky-streaming-services-comcast-db0252173a7502884cf9ec26f191f9e0

MIDDLE EAST

The Palestinian movement Hamas announced Monday that it had dissolved its governing body in the Gaza Strip after nearly 20 years in power, but does not yet disarm:
– Hamas is preparing to dissolve the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, officials from the group said Monday, clearing the way for a Palestinian technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. The move marks a significant political shift by militant group Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah in 2007. Hamas is demanding the establishment of a Palestinian administration before it will consider handing over any part of its arsenal.
– Since a ceasefire took effect in Gaza last October between Hamas and Israel, the group has repeatedly said it is prepared to step aside from day-to-day governance, but the thorny issue of its disarmament remains unresolved.
– “The movement has decided to dissolve the Gaza government committee and to appoint a nationally accepted figure to oversee the committee’s work until the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza formally assumes its responsibilities,” a Hamas official told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity as he was not authorised to talk publicly on the matter.
– The dissolution of the Hamas body paves the way for the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), headed by Palestinian official Ali Shaath, to assume administrative responsibilities. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260706-hamas-dissolves-gaza-governing-body-clearing-way-for-technocratic-committee

TECH

WhatsApp will now let you use an iPad as your primary device:
– iPad owners are gaining the ability to have their tablet configured as the primary device for the messaging app rather than their mobile.
– This change will be welcomed by those who have been frustrated by having to use companion mode on their iPad. The change also means that an iPad can now be used to sign up for a WhatsApp account rather than having to create it on a mobile and then sign into it.
– A similar feature is in the works for Android tablets as well.
Full article, with setup info: https://betanews.com/article/whatsapp-will-now-let-you-use-an-ipad-as-your-primary-device/

HEALTH

Doctors Strike Committee– Sanchez Endorses Deal Reached Without Doctor’s Representatives Involvement: {Trans, summary}
– The state medical strike committee received a reply from the Presidency regarding their June letter to Pedro Sanchez, but the response was signed by his Chief of Cabinet, not by Sanchez himself, which unions view as disdainful. The note states that the Preliminary Draft of the Marco Statute was already agreed with other unions (Satse, CCOO, UGT, CSIF) and approved by the Council of Ministers, leaving only a hearing procedure for additional input, with dialogue assigned to the Ministry of Health. The committee sees this as a definitive refusal of presidential mediation, accusing Sanchez of sidestepping the conflict.
– Crucially, the response ignores that medical unions – the only representatives of doctors – were excluded from negotiations, and it shows no concern for the strike’s impact on patient care.
– Tension has risen since Health Minister Monica Garcia approved the statute without doctor consensus; medics demand a separate Medical Statute addressing 24-hour shifts, 90-hour weeks, and patient responsibility, while Health calls this discriminatory.
– The implied argument from the Ministry is that such a separate statute would be discriminatory against other healthcare professionals —namely nurses, technicians, physiotherapists, and other non-medical staff—because it would grant doctors unique working conditions, pay structures, and shift rules that would not apply to the rest of the public health workforce. The Ministry’s position is that all health professionals should be covered by a single, unified Marco Statute to ensure equal treatment across the board.
– However, the doctors’ unions turn this argument around. They counter that what is truly discriminatory is the current system, which forces them to work compulsory overtime (including 24-hour shifts and up to 90-hour weeks) paid at rates below their ordinary hourly wage—a condition that they argue treats doctors unfairly compared to other professionals and fails to recognise their unique responsibilities, such as ultimate clinical liability for patients.
– The strike paused for summer but will intensify in September, and the committee warns Sanchez’s reply adds fuel to the fire. They insist they will achieve their goals, though not with this Government, and criticise the Executive for ignoring the public health crisis. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/sociedad/medicos-acusan-sanchez-ponerse-perfil-mayor-conflicto-sanitario-mandato_202607066a4b7f81dcb2092ca8c7828f.html

SPORTS

Tennis News

Wimbledon 2026: Schedules & Results
https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/live
– The Championships 2026 will be played over 14 days from Monday 29 June – Sunday 12 July.

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PHOTOS OF THE DAY

Prayers and celebrations for the Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday, in photos:
– The Dalai Lama attended celebrations Monday marking his 91st birthday in Leh, India, as devotees gathered for prayers and celebrations across India and Nepal. See full photo gallery at: https://apnews.com/photo-gallery/dalai-lama-birthday-india-nepal-91534d3895d0382bf32da9bb115b1de4

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– Malaga province’s private healthcare has more doctors in key specialities such as gynaecology than public care
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/health/malaga-provinces-private-healthcare-more-doctors-key-20260706130036-nt.html
– Almáchar and El Borge have asked the Andalusian regional government to look into introducing a regular service between Vélez-Málaga, Benamocarra, Almáchar and El Borge, using the MA-3112 road as the main route
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/axarquia-villages-demand-improved-bus-service-20260706124452-nt.html

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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.
https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/visor/visorE ; to see the chart version click this link, then in the menu bar click Data (Datos) > Reservoirs (Embalses) > Breaking News (Datos de ultima hora)

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How to check your town’s holiday calendar for 2026:
Visit this website, and click on your town to see your town’s 2026 holiday calendar
https://calendariolaboral.lavanguardia.com/andalucia/malaga/

Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria.
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Nerja Car Boot

Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Services.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
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SPAIN

Despite the ever-growing quagmire of political & family scandals, or perhaps because of all that, Pedro Sánchez plans to go on vacation for the entire month of August: {Trans, summary}
– According to ABC, the Prime Minister plans to minimize his official engagements during August. The plan being considered at Moncloa Palace is for the last Cabinet meeting to take place on July 28th, with regular activities not resuming until Tuesday, September 1st.
– As in previous years, both the Prime Minister and his wife, Begoña Gómez, plan to spend the entire month of August relaxing in La Mareta, Lanzarote. {They can’t travel far, a judge confiscated Begoña’s passport last week. -Ed.}
– With this month of rest, Sánchez intends to take a break from a political year that has been very complex and surrounded by investigations and legal proceedings that have affected his family, his wife and brother, as well as members or former members of the PSOE or the Government, such as José Luis Ábalos, Santos Cerdán, José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero or Leire Díez. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/pedro-sanchez-preve-irse-vacaciones-todo-mes-agosto-por-primera-vez-desde-que-llego-presidencia-gobierno_7010760_0.html

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Two out of every three legal immigrants will be eligible for Spanish nationality within two years: {Trans, summary}
– Last Tuesday, the application period for regularization closed after a two-and-a-half-month process during which nearly 1.2 million applications were received.
– Approximately two out of every three immigrants whose status is regularized under the government ‘s measure will be eligible for Spanish citizenship within two years. According to government estimates, 67% of applicants for the extraordinary regularization process come from Latin American countries. For these countries, Spain offers a faster path to citizenship that requires only two years of legal and continuous residence, instead of the ten years required of most other foreigners, provided they demonstrate good civic conduct and a sufficient degree of integration into Spanish society. {This is then followed by a much larger wave of family members coming to join the new citizen. This is often 3 to 5 family members each, thus tripling to quintupling the new immigrant arrivals. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/dos-cada-tres-inmigrantes-regularizados-podran-optar-nacionalidad-espanola-dos-anos_7009896_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

President of Andalusia, Juanma Moreno, sworn into office, defends the agreement with Vox that permitted his investiture: {Trans, summary}
– The President of the Regional Government of Andalusia, Juanma Moreno, has been sworn into office defending the governing agreement reached with Vox, emphasizing that “the Andalusian path is inclusive, not exclusive.” In a ceremony held in the gardens of the San Telmo Palace, Moreno promised that “I will be true to myself and to the Andalusian model,” a region “that is growing ever larger and where there is room for everyone.” Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/andalucia/moreno-defiende-acuerdo-vox-via-andaluza-inclusiva-excluyente_202607056a4a1063a8768a6aee41c78c.html

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New coalition government in Andalusia: {Trans, summary}
– Juanma Moreno {pic, left} is sworn in Sunday as President of the Regional Government of Andalusia for the third time, although the political climate and election results are very different from his previous two terms.
– Moreno failed to reach the threshold of 55 seats – he secured 53 – and therefore had to sign a governing agreement with Vox. The pact, comprised of 150 measures ranging from healthcare and education to more controversial issues such as immigration, also entails the inclusion of a representative from Vox in the Regional Government. This is Manuel Gavira {pic, right}, who will serve as vice president and head a large ministry with responsibilities for Justice, Local Government, Tourism, and Deregulation.
– Moreno will remain president, and Gavira will be the deputy prime minister, but there will be another vice presidency, which will be held by a member of the People’s Party. In this way, the Andalusian president is creating a counterweight to ensure power is shared, thus compensating for the concession that Gavira’s inclusion in the cabinet has entailed. As Moreno has confirmed, the government will have 13 ministries, and the final composition of the team will be announced this week, with the aim of getting up and running as soon as possible and preparing the next budget.
– The poor relationship between Moreno and Gavira prior to the agreement foreshadows a tense legislative term, although both parties have pledged to maintain stability. In previous parliamentary speeches, Gavira criticized Moreno for his shift towards left-wing policies. For his part, the president has opted for moderation, distancing himself from extremist positions. Now they are obliged to reach an understanding, to project an image of collaboration and goodwill. For the time being, Moreno has asserted that the controversial “national priority” already exists and is based on local roots as well as birthplace. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/andalucia/nuevo-gobierno-coalicion-andalucia-mas-estabilidad-pese-recelo-socios_202607056a499b97dcb2092ca8c60744.html

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Orange alert this Monday in Cordoba, Huelva, Jaen and Seville and yellow alert in Cadiz and Granada for temperatures up to 42ºC: {Trans, summary}
– The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has activated an orange alert for high temperatures in the provinces of Córdoba, Huelva, Jaén and Sevilla for this Monday, July 6, where thermometers are expected to reach maximum temperatures of 42 degrees, and a yellow alert also for heat in Cádiz and Granada.
– Regarding the yellow alerts for high temperatures, the Cadiz countryside, the Sierra Norte of Seville, Cazorla and Segura (Jaén) and the Genil Basin (Granada) will be under a yellow alert level due to maximum temperatures of 39 degrees that could locally reach 40 in the same time period as the aforementioned regions that have the orange alert activated for Monday the 6th. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-aviso-naranja-lunes-cordoba-huelva-jaen-sevilla-amarillo-cadiz-granada-temperaturas-42c-20260705180942.html

GRANADA

A forest fire has been declared in Beas de Granada, mobilizing eight aircraft: {Trans, summary}
– Firefighters from the Infoca Plan are working to control a forest fire that broke out at 2:10 p.m. this Sunday, the 5th, in the municipality of Beas de Granada, specifically in the Camino de El Cortijillo area, which has led to the mobilization of eight aircraft.
– According to information provided by the Infoca Plan on its X account, two planes, three medium-heavy helicopters, one light helicopter, one heavy helicopter from Miteco and one command helicopter are working in the area. In addition, the Infoca Plan has specified that there are three fire engines working on the ground, which adds up to a total of 68 professionals working in the area to control this emergency.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-declarado-incendio…

UKRAINE WAR

Putin reportedly reiterates in telephone conversation with Trump that Russia will take all of Donbas:
– Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with his US counterpart, Donald Trump, on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of US independence, in which he stressed that Russia will take all of Donbas despite Ukraine’s efforts, according to a statement made Sunday by the Russian president’s advisor, Yuri Ushakov.
– “No matter how much the Kyiv regime clings to its remaining strongholds, our army will take them without fail,” Ushakov asserted in a telephone press conference, reporting on the conversation. Putin’s advisor noted that “an important stage in the liberation of the entire territory of the Donetsk People’s Republic was the establishment of control over a stronghold as important to the Ukrainian Army as Kostiantinifa,” whose capture was announced this Friday by the Kremlin.
– During the conversation, the fourth this year, Putin told Trump that kyiv and the European Union “are operating under a false perception of the overall situation on the front line,” Ushakov said. “Our president explained the real situation on the battlefield, where the Russian Armed Forces are advancing safely, liberating one town after another,” he said.
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HEALTH

Four month delay before Public Prosecutor’s Office finally opens an investigation into the use of expired medical testing reagents at the Axarquía Hospital: {Trans, summary}
– The Malaga Public Prosecutor’s Office has opened an investigation to determine whether expired reagents were used in clinical analyses at the La Axarquía Hospital laboratory, following a complaint filed by the CSIF union.
– In March, the Eastern Malaga-Axarquía Health Area closed the case, concluding that no irregularities had been detected. According to the complaint, reagents whose expiration date or stability period had expired, allegedly since 2020, were routinely reused. Photographs, WhatsApp messages, and testimonies from current and former laboratory employees were submitted as evidence. The complaint also alleges manipulation of labels and procedures to allow equipment to accept reagents that should have been discarded. If confirmed, these practices could have affected the reliability of the test results, with the consequent risk to the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
– The investigation comes after an internal hospital inquiry initially dismissed the complaint. Now, after four months without any intervention, the Public Prosecutor’s Office has finally requested documentation from the hospital to determine whether there is evidence of a possible crime against public health. The Andalusian Regional Government has stated that it has submitted the requested information and will not make any further statements while the legal proceedings remain open. {The question remains as to if these expired chemicals are still being used for medical testing? Yikes! -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-fiscalia-abre-una-investigacion-por-el-uso-de-reactivos-caducados-en-el-hospital-de-la-axarquia/

ENERGY CRISIS

No, Solar Panels Don’t Work Well During A Heatwave – Here’s Why:
– 2025 was one of the warmest years on record, and each subsequent year will threaten to break that record. If you want to stay cool without worsening the situation, you might be tempted to use solar-powered cooling systems, but that implies solar panels work when you need air conditioning the most: during heatwaves. Unfortunately, they are subject to the rule of “too much of a good thing.”
– While solar panels generally work best in direct sunlight, they ironically don’t do well in high temperatures — when the sun is at its strongest — due to how they generate electricity. Basically, the sun (and to a lesser extent artificial sources of light) generate particles known as photons, and when they reach solar panels, they create electric fields that make electrons start moving, creating a current that eventually produces the electricity we rely on. However, the hotter a material gets, the more its molecules move, electrons included. Above a certain temperature, electrons move around a little too much, making it harder to move through the solar panel to where they need to be, reducing voltage (the pressure of electric flow) and, in turn, efficiency.
– As a general rule, solar panels work best at a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit), and every degree Celsius above that hamstrings efficiency by 0.5%. Heatwaves can heat solar panels up to 65 degrees Celsius or more, reducing efficiency by as much as 25%. While direct heat/sunlight can impact a solar panel’s performance, a lack of cooling solutions can make their temperatures soar even hotter. Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2205986/solar-panel-heatwave-performance-reasons/

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Racing News- Leclerc won the British Grand Prix on Sunday: {Trans, summary}
– Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) of Monaco won the British Grand Prix on Sunday, the ninth race of the Formula One World Championship, held at the Silverstone circuit (England); where Italian Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) finished – after suffering a couple of breakdowns – sixteenth.
– Leclerc, 28, achieved his ninth F1 victory, his first of the season, by winning at Silverstone, ahead of the Englishmen George Russell (Mercedes) and the seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, a race that concluded behind the safety car that had entered a few laps earlier, due to the accident – without regretting major damage – of the Dutchman Max Verstappen (Red Bull).
– Spaniards Carlos Sainz (Williams) and Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) finished twelfth and eighteenth respectively in a race after which Hamilton is being investigated for a possible driving infraction during yellow flags – which could cost him the podium and even leave him out of the points – and in which Argentine Franco Colapinto (Alpine) finished ninth.
– Englishman Lando Norris (McLaren), who could ‘inherit’ Hamilton’s third place if he ends up being penalized, crossed the finish line fourth, one place ahead of Frenchman Isack Hadjar (Red Bull), in a race that Mexican Sergio Pérez (Cadillac) finished fifteenth. The two RB drivers, New Zealander Liam Lawson and Swedish-British rookie Arvid Lindblad, finished sixth and seventh respectively. Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto (Audi) crossed the finish line eighth, one place ahead of Colapinto. Frenchman Pierre Gasly, teammate of the Argentine, captured the last point up for grabs by finishing tenth, one place ahead of Australian Oscar Piastri (McLaren).
– The next Grand Prix, the Belgian Grand Prix, will be held in two weekends’ time at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit. Source, Spanish: https://efe.com/deportes/2026-07-05/leclerc-gana-silverstone-gran-premio-gran-bretana/

RECALLS

Alert has been issued after listeria was detected in several batches of cod in oil– “Bacalao Natura en aceite de girasol”: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish Food Safety Agency (AESAN) has issued an alert regarding the presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria in several batches of sliced cod in sunflower oil from the brand La Mar de Tapas, following notification from the Andalusian Regional Government. AESAN’s statement specifies that the affected batches of cod are all those beginning with the numbers 0532 and with expiration dates between July 10 and 30.
– They are sold in chilled slices in 130-gram tubs and the product name is “Bacalao Natura en aceite de girasol” (Bacalao Natura in sunflower oil). These should be returned to point of sale for refunds.
– If you have consumed any of the products from the affected batches and are experiencing symptoms consistent with listeriosis (vomiting, diarrhea or fever), Aesan recommends going to a health centre. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/activada-andalucia-alerta-detectarse-listeria-bacalao-aceite_0_2007287130.html

NATURE

Every fig we eat has a wasp inside: {Trans, summary}
– Every fig contains the remains of a fig wasp, but there is no cause for concern because the insect has completely broken down and become part of the fruit. Fig wasps play an essential role in the life cycle of fig trees, as they are the only insects capable of pollinating the flowers, which are enclosed inside the fruit rather than exposed like those of most other trees. Female wasps carry pollen from male figs to female figs by entering through a tiny opening. Once inside a female fig, they cannot escape because the passage is too narrow. The wasps die within the fruit, and their bodies are broken down by natural processes, becoming nutrients that help the fig develop. By the time the fruit ripens, no visible or recognisable insect remains are left. Although people unknowingly consume these remains when eating figs, they are fully integrated into the fruit and cannot be detected.
– If you find actual “worms” in wild figs, they are usually not fig wasps. The most common possibilities are:
*Moth caterpillars: Several moth species lay eggs on developing figs. The caterpillars hatch and tunnel through the fruit, feeding on the flesh. These are the most common visible “worms” found in ripe wild figs.
*Fruit fly larvae (maggots): Fruit flies can lay eggs through the fig’s opening (the ostiole) or into damaged fruit. The larvae feed inside the fig before emerging to pupate.
– So, if you cut open a wild edible fig and see obvious white worms several millimetres long, they are almost certainly caterpillars or fly larvae, not fig wasps (This may be inaccurate, see following article. -Ed.}. Wild figs are more likely to contain these insects because they are not protected by commercial pest management, and the fruit remains on the tree long enough for insects to infest it.
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/medio-ambiente/2026/07/05/sabias-higo-comemos-avispa-77308974.html

Not so fast…

Actually, there is more to the “fig worm” story, the worms may be larvae of the fig wasp:
– Safe fig wasp larvae can be distinguished from harmful intruders by checking a few physical and contextual clues that reliably separate the harmless pollinator offspring from other pests that may infest figs.
– Fig wasp larvae are tiny, translucent white to pale yellow, and have soft, almost gelatinous bodies about 2–3 mm long. They remain inside the fig’s ovary, move slowly, and never chew the outer tissue. Adult wasps are often visible nearby as minute dark winged insects that emerge from the fig after the larvae finish development.
– In contrast, harmful intruders such as fruit fly or beetle larvae are usually darker, larger, and have visible mouthparts or hard exoskeletons. They tend to tunnel through the flesh, create visible holes, and may leave behind mold or a sour smell. If larvae appear in a cultivated, seedless fig where wasps are normally absent, the presence of any larvae is unusual and likely indicates a pest rather than the natural fig wasp.
– Read the full explanation in this English language article.
https://shuncy.com/article/why-are-there-worms-in-my-figs

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El Pantano Car Boot Sale- La Vinuela:
Sunday 5th July, 9am – 1pm
This is our last market until September 6th.
Located in the car park at El Pantano restaurant, lakeside to Los Romanos village on the A356, Km 30.
There are plenty of stalls to browse and buy from and we pride ourselves as an international market supporting charities too.
We have been operating for 17 years now attracting public from near and far and are known to be a very friendly, with excellent secondhand items sold by our stallholders, so come along and join a morning out with us. There are covered terraces offering beverages and food and a meeting place for friendship.
For further information please contact Sandra/Sandy on 633878471. We look forward to seeing you.

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Flamenco in Vinuela: Sun, 5 July.
Doors open 7:30pm, show at 8:30pm
Authentic Flamenco with Jeny Gomez from Malaga as the guest dancer.
Rincon de Milo, C/ Pizarras 43, 29712 Vinuela
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Nerja Summer cultural program in Los Cangrejos and Maro: July 20th to August 25th

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Vélez-Málaga “Summer Nights”:
July 11th and August 8th, the terrace of the Historic Center Office, on Las Tiendas Street, will host two days of flamenco and country music. All activities are free and open to the public until capacity is reached.
– On Saturday, July 11, as the first event of “Summer Nights,” we will present “Between the Old and the New,” a local flamenco show starting at 8:30 p.m. The Laura Guerra Flamenco Troupe and local singer Antonio José Fernández will perform, accompanied by the renowned guitarist Niño de la Aljaima.
– On Saturday, August 8th, Emilio García Benítez’s short film will be presented on the same stage, preceding the evening’s main event: a country music concert featuring MOJO DOJO.

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Concert- Cologne Chamber Orchestra: Thurs, 9 July, 8pm
Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre, C/ Granada 45, Nerja
Classical music concert offered by the Cologne Chamber Orchestra with works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Tchaikovsky and Sarasate among others. Info & tix (€20): https://www.giglon.com/todos?idEvent=concierto-orquesta-de-camara-de-colonia-nerja

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Hi Naythan: Your editorial about using (or not to use) AI was interesting. I don’t use AI much at all, but it sneaks through into various elements that you can’t ignore. I agree that it’s here to stay, but unfortunately, I’m convinced that it will be at the root of everything in the near future. It might even take over TV programmes, and not just news channels. I wonder, in the next 5 to 10 years, how much of what we see and hear will be 100% accurate.
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Editor’s Note On AI Use: Years ago I claimed I would never use Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated content in DigameXtra. However, as AI now dominates the news pages and search results, it has become unavoidable and won’t be going away any time soon. There is no way to know if articles I post from other sources are AI created or not. Also, AI is now indispensable as a research tool for editors; the old search engines are rubbish now. I will do my best to fact-check & moderate AI content. l will flag content I create with the aid of AI as such. However, I, or AI, may make occasional mistakes. If so, I will correct them asap, as with the MOT article last week. Welcome to the Brave New World! -Ed..

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SPAIN

Sanchez Admin Thinks They Have Outsmarted The Courts On Regularization: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish Government is openly racing against the judicial clock, banking on speed to render any adverse court ruling meaningless. It knows that the Supreme Court may refer its migrant regularisation decree to the European Court of Justice, but it calculates that the CJEU will take many months to decide – long after the process has finished.
– Meanwhile, the Executive is deliberately accelerating approvals, having already admitted over 360,000 files. Once a residence permit is granted, the ministry brazenly claims it cannot be revoked, even if the measure is later found illegal {Not true, see comments below. -Ed}. This is a cynical tactic: exploit administrative haste to create irreversible facts on the ground, daring the courts to catch up. The Government pretends to respect judicial scrutiny, yet it is transparently using procedural delay as a shield against accountability. It even boasts that the European tribunal cannot withdraw permits already issued, as if that excuses pushing through a policy before any legality check can take effect. {What they fail to mention is that the Supreme Court or the CJEU can force Spain not to renew the permits, which require annual renewal. The permits granted under this policy are not permanent regularisation. They are initial one-year residence and work permits, intended as a temporary entry point into legal status, not an automatic path to permanent residency. -Ed. Ref: https://blogs.law.ox.ac.uk/border-criminologies-blog/blog-post/2026/05/stepping-out-ordinary-spains-regularisation }
– The underlying message is clear – if we move quickly enough, we can bypass judicial oversight entirely. This is not good governance; it is a deliberate end-run around the rule of law, dressed up as efficiency. The Government’s confidence in its legal case is secondary to its confidence in the clock. It is counting on time, not justice, to protect its decision from reversal. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/gobierno-acelera-con-regularizacion-ante-las-dudas-juridicas-supremo-no-puede-retirar-permisos-ya-concedidos_7008828_0.html

Not so fast Pedro…

The Sanchez administration is distorting the laws related to reversing regularizations should the courts deem them illegal: {DigameXtra with DeepSeek AI assist. AI can make mistakes, confirm all critical info independently.}
– Based on the principles of Spanish Administrative Law, the Government’s assertion that the permits are “irrevocable” is highly questionable and legally weak, even if they are trying to make it a reality through administrative inertia.
– The core of their argument relies on the idea that the legal principle of consumación (“completion”) protects the administrative act once it is granted. While it is true that administrative acts are presumed valid and produce effects from the moment they are issued, this presumption is not absolute and can be challenged retroactively if the act is declared null and void. {Ref: Article 73 of the Spanish Contentious-Administrative Jurisdiction Act (Ley de la Jurisdicción Contencioso-Administrativa)}
– Here is a breakdown of why their position is legally precarious:
– Nullity is Retroactive: Under Spanish law, if an administrative act is declared absolutely null (nulidad de pleno derecho), it is as if it never existed. This nullity operates retroactively (ex tunc). Therefore, a subsequent judicial ruling declaring the regularisation decree illegal would provide the legal basis to retroactively invalidate the permits and prevent their renewal, as they were granted under an illegal norm.
– The “Irrevocability” Claim is an Administrative Strategy: The Government is aiming for a practical “fait accompli.” By processing a million files, they are trying to create massive social and administrative entanglement. If the Supreme Court or the CJEU strikes down the law, the Government would likely argue that revoking the permits would cause “disproportionate harm” to the migrants and the State’s resources.
– The CJEU Can Bind the State: The CJEU’s rulings are binding on Spanish courts. If the CJEU determines the decree violates EU law, the Supreme Court would be forced to apply that interpretation. While the CJEU cannot directly revoke the permits itself, the Spanish Supreme Court would be obliged to order the administration to retroactively annul them.
– In short, the Government’s current stance is a political and operational tactic to rush the process. It is not a solid legal guarantee, but rather a bet that the practical and political costs of revoking the permits later will outweigh the legal obligation to do so.
Source: https://chat.deepseek.com/share/e5r4j6al1l2i27atqc

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Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever:
– More than 1,000 people died from heat-related causes during the recent heat wave in Spain, as the country recorded its hottest first half of the year on record, officials said on Wednesday. Spain’s Carlos III Health Institute said in a report that at least 1,028 heat-related deaths were reported during the heat wave last month. This number was more than double the 407 recorded in June 2025. This was also the most deaths attributed to heat in June since 2015. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/europe-heat-wave-100-dead-spain/a-77781523

ANDALUCÍA

Vox thwarts Moreno’s first attempt to become president of Andalusia again and leaves the door open for a second vote: {Trans, summary}
– The Popular Party leader Moreno needed an “absolute majority” on Tuesday, meaning at least 55 votes in favor, but only secured the 53 votes from his own party, compared to the “no” votes from Vox (15 seats) and the three left-wing parties: PSOE-A (28), Adelante Andalucía (8), and Por Andalucía (5).
– In Thursday’s vote and subsequent ones, Moreno will only need a “simple majority” (more “yes” votes than “no” votes), so several abstentions would suffice, although all parliamentary groups have ruled out that option.
– Tuesday’s vote has triggered the countdown to a possible repeat election. If no candidate secures the confidence of the House within two months, Parliament will be automatically dissolved and elections will be called, to be held on Sunday, October 25. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/vox-frustra-primer-intento-moreno-volver-ser-presidente-andalucia-deja-puerta-abierta-para-segunda-votacion_7008883_0.html

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A beach in Almería receives the black flag due to radioactive contamination, other black flags & warnings issued in Andalucia: {Trans, summary}
– Quitapellejos beach, in the Almería town of Palomares, has just been awarded a black flag for radioactive contamination due to the presence of plutonium and americium in the area. However, this is not related to a current spill, but rather to the 1966 nuclear accident.
– Ecologists in Action has included this Andalusian beach in its annual report analyzing Spain’s nearly 8,000 kilometers of coastline and awarding 48 flags—two for each coastal province—to denounce cases of pollution and mismanagement along the coast.
– The organization reports that, following the collision of two US military aircraft, which resulted in the dropping of thermonuclear bombs and the release of radioactive material in Palomares, the area has still not been completely decontaminated. This means that residual plutonium and americium remain in the soil. Furthermore, there is a risk that potential urban development projects in the area could disturb this contaminated land and disperse radioactive particles once again.
– But this won’t be Almería’s only black flag. Each province has two awards from Ecologists in Action. The area surrounding the Punta Entinas-Sabinar Nature Reserve, between Almerimar and El Ejido, has received one for mismanagement. The reason is the construction of infrastructure such as the breakwaters of the Almerimar marina, which have altered the natural movement of the sand. The report points to a progressive coastal erosion, with a loss of beach area and degradation of dune systems and protected habitats.
– The Andalusian coast has been awarded more black flags. The Huelva Estuary has received one due to persistent pollution and the accumulation of industrial projects. Isla Cristina’s Central Beach has been singled out for the alteration of the dune system caused by the construction of the promenade. The Bay of Algeciras, in Cádiz, appears in the report due to urban and industrial waste and intense port activity. The report also warns of urban sprawl in sensitive coastal areas between Vejer, Barbate, and Tarifa, impacting natural spaces of high ecological value. La Charca beach, in the Granada town of Salobreña, has received a black flag for episodes of pollution and spills that have even led to restrictions on bathing, while Los Berengueles beach, in the municipality of Almuñécar, has been singled out for the transformation of the coastline associated with new urbanizations.
– Warnings without black flags are also mentioned. Malaga has two critical points: Maro beach, due to possible discharges of untreated wastewater, and the former Marbella Leisure Residence, where Ecologists in Action denounces the loss of opportunity to recover dune systems in the face of new tourist projects. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/almeria/playa-almeria…

FRIGILIANA

The mayor of Frigiliana is among the seven under investigation following the raid on the Town Hall: {Trans, Updated 14:41 July 1}
– The Mayor of Frigiliana (Málaga), Antonio Herrero (PSOE), is among those under investigation in the proceedings being heard by Court No. 1 of the Civil and Criminal Section of the Court of First Instance of Torrox, relating to various offences connected with the town council, which was searched this Tuesday. At present, seven individuals are required to appear before the court as suspects.
– Officers from the Civil Guard searched the town hall of that Málaga municipality, located in the Axarquía region, from the early hours of this past Tuesday and for more than 12 hours, along with other municipal premises. Specifically, four searches were carried out in the town, during which items relevant to the inquiry were seized, according to the force. {Some sources say the mayor’s home was also searched. Ref: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/pp-exige-dimision-alcalde-frigiliana_0_2007264693.html -Ed.}
– Meanwhile, the High Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA) has reported that the court has lifted the seal of secrecy on the summary of these proceedings, in which offences including administrative prevarication, misappropriation of public funds, procurement fraud, organised crime and influence peddling are being investigated.
– According to the TSJA, no arrests have been made, but there are individuals under investigation, including the mayor and other councillors, who will be summoned to give evidence by the court in the coming weeks. The Civil Guard has specified that, in connection with the searches carried out in Frigiliana, seven people have been summoned to appear as suspects.
– The search of the town hall continued throughout the day. At its conclusion, the mayor assured the media present that investigators had been gathering data and invoices and making photocopies.
– The PSOE in Málaga expressed their “utmost respect” for the investigation, called for “prudence” and offered their “full co-operation” following the actions taken, of which, they said, they had become aware through the media.
– Likewise, following the revelation of these searches, the PP’s provincial co-ordinator for Málaga, Cristóbal Ortega, demanded explanations from the PSOE in Málaga “for yet another alleged socialist corruption scandal in the province”. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-alcalde-frigiliana-malaga-siete-investigados-registro-ayuntamiento-20260701141017.html

TORRE DEL MAR

Torre del Mar Retail Market is putting new stalls and commercial premises up for tender: {Trans, summary}
– The process involves granting seven stalls and four premises, with a deadline for submitting applications until July 14th and a duration of 15 years, with the aim of revitalizing the market and strengthening local commerce.
– The starting fees range from 60 to 184 euros per quarter.
**Participation procedure**
– Interested parties must submit their applications within the established deadline, until July 14, through the Public Sector Procurement Platform, accessing the complete file through the following official link.
https://contrataciondelestado.es/wps/poc?uri=deeplink:detalle_licitacion&idEvl=Nb4yzmmEJZ%2FzAq95uGTrDQ%3D%3D
{Note: this link blocks some VPN users.}
– Once inside the file on the Public Sector Procurement Platform, bidders must consult the terms and conditions, requirements and required documentation, and submit their offer in accordance with the provisions of the electronic platform, where the entire procedure is carried out electronically. {Note: I couldn’t figure out the on-line registration process. Also, it is a violation of Spanish “Inclusion Laws” to exclude persons from registering who do not use on-line methods despite the website saying on-line registration is manditory. Check with Town Hall for other registration options if you cannot get thru it on the website. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-mercado-de-minoristas-de-torre-del-mar-saca-a-licitacion-nuevos-puestos-y-locales-comerciales/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Young woman was found dead in a well in Rincón de la Victoria: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish National Police and Civil Guard are investigating the discovery of a woman’s body in a well near the highway in Rincón de la Victoria (Málaga). Three people have been arrested in connection with the case, one of them her current partner. The proceedings have been sealed.
– The body was found near the A-7 highway, close to a gas station {pic}. According to sources close to the investigation who spoke to Europa Press, they are investigating whether this case is related to a disappearance that occurred a few months ago. Investigators are awaiting the results of the autopsy and other procedures to fully clarify what happened.
Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/andalucia/malaga/guardia-civil-investiga-muerte-mujer-rincon-victoria-malaga_202607016a452142552c361f7c5703ef.html
Update: In an AxarquiaPlus article they included this: “As part of the investigation, the Civil Guard has arrested three people allegedly connected to the case. One of those arrested is the woman’s partner, who, according to the investigation, allegedly committed the crime and confessed to the officers. The other two individuals are believed to have helped conceal the body. The detainees remain in custody while investigators gather further evidence and statements to fully clarify what happened.” Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-guardia-civil-detiene-a-3-personas-por-su-relacion-con-la-muerte-de-una-mujer-en-rincon-de-la-victoria/

EUROPE

Spectacular orange lava flows from Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano:
– An eruption on Monday of Mount Etna, on the Italian island of Sicily, produced a spectacular lava show that turned part of Europe’s largest active volcano orange. Video Link

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Ireland begins EU Council presidency as Zelenskyy attends Dublin ceremony:
– Ireland has officially begun its presidency of the Council of the European Union, with Prime Minister Micheal Martin using the opening ceremony in Dublin to reaffirm the country’s role at the heart of the European project and its commitment to Ukraine. The event on Wednesday was attended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Council President Antonio Costa as Ireland assumed the rotating presidency, which it will hold until December 2026. {Zelenskyy is not looking healthy in this pic, his face is so bloated he can barely open his eyes! -Ed.} Full article: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/ireland-begins-eu-council-presidency-as-zelenskyy-attends-dublin-ceremony/3983600

UK

New heat warning issued for large parts of the UK:
– Health officials have issued a hot weather warning in parts of the UK, saying high temperatures over the coming days could create a greater risk to life for vulnerable people.
– The yellow heat health alert covers the East Midlands, east, southwest, and southeast England, including London, from 12pm on Saturday July 4 until 5pm on Wednesday, July 8. Full article: https://metro.co.uk/2026/07/01/new-heat-warning-issued-large-parts-uk-days-29001352/

HEALTH

Health Dept. Finally Proposes Long Overdue Increases In Compensation, & Other Benefits For Resident Doctors (Now they may actually be able to attract candidates for all the empty positions offered, if the reform passes): {Trans, summary}
– The Ministry of Health has proposed reducing on-call shifts for resident physicians (MIRs) from 24 to 17 hours and improving their training allowance. The department, headed by Mónica García, launched a public consultation on Wednesday regarding a reform of the decree regulating the employment relationship of residents, almost 20 years after its initial approval. Proposals for the new decree, which aims to modify the on-call system, will be collected until July 22nd. In addition to modifying the on-call system, the proposal also seeks to introduce changes to work schedules, rest periods, compensation, conflicts of interest, and occupational risk prevention.
– The Ministry of Health proposes updating the payroll system and improving the training level supplement “from the first year,” linking it to the knowledge and responsibilities acquired during the years of residency. Thus, the minimum percentages will be 10% in the first year, 20% in the second, 30% in the third, 40% in the fourth, and 50% in the fifth, without prejudice to the health services being able to agree on higher amounts. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanidad-propone-reducir-las-guardias-los-mir-17-horas-mejorar-su-retribucion_7009239_0.html

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Alarm in the Axarquía healthcare system- the Medical Union denounces a 20% cut in summer hiring: {Trans, summary}
– The Axarquía faces a difficult summer for healthcare, according to the Málaga Medical Union. They criticise the Andalusian Health Service’s 2026 Summer Plan as poorly planned. Primary care has seen a 20% drop in replacement contracts, just when coastal populations surge, leading to afternoon surgery closures.
– At the local hospital, only one emergency doctor has been hired from authorised job postings, and no candidates have applied for the a second vacancy. No other hospital specialities have received any new summer contracts, which is worse than last year when at least two appointments were made.
– The union claims that announced budget increases have gone mostly to non-medical and managerial staff, not to doctors. Poor temporary job security and low wages discourage physicians from seeking these positions, overburdening those who remain. This will worsen care quality, extend waiting times, and increase pressure on emergency departments. The union warns that residents and tourists alike will suffer direct consequences from this shortage. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/alarma-en-la-sanidad-de-la-axarquia-el-sindicato-medico-denuncia-un-recorte-del-20-en-las-contrataciones-para-el-verano/

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TENNIS NEWS

Wimbledon 2026: Schedules & Results
https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/live
– The Championships 2026 will be played over 14 days from Monday 29 June – Sunday 12 July.

Serena Williams Wimbledon injury blow revealed as her team speak out after criticism of her struggles in latest match- Highly anticipated doubles match with her sister Venus may be at risk:
– Serena Williams’ coach and her agent have both spoken out after the tennis legend lost on her singles comeback at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. The 44-year-old fell to a 3-6, 7-6(6), 3-6 defeat to world No. 87 Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon in what was her first singles match in almost four years.
– The former world No 1 came under fire for choosing not to speak to the media in a post-match press conference, but she did not receive a fine.
– Williams‘ agent Jill Smoller has revealed the American sustained a knee injury during her match and cited this as the reason for her skipping media duties. “Serena tweaked her right knee at the end of the first set and was therefore excused from her media obligations by the Wimbledon and WTA medical teams,” Smoller said. “She left site that night unaided and is doing everything she can to be ready for her doubles match later this week.”
– The revelation about Williams’ knee casts doubt over her hopes of playing doubles with her sister Venus at Wimbledon after the pair received a wildcard. Full article: https://www.tennis365.com/tennis-news/serena-williams-knee-injury-team-statement-coach-speaks-wimbledon

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Looks Like Johnny Depp Was Right All Along- Amber Heard Was Cheating On Him Says Actress Cara Delevingne, Who Herself Had A Romance With Amber: {Trans, summary}
– Delevingne confirmed during her appearance on The Louis Theroux Podcast that Amber Heard was involved with other people before the divorce, referring to the rumors that for years linked Heard to Elon Musk. “Amber was also involved with other people,” Delevingne stated.
– Delevingne, actress and model, explained that she and Amber had been very close friends for a long time and that it wasn’t until the highly publicized separation between Heard and Depp that their bond deepened. “We were very close for a long time, and when they were going through the divorce, yes, we were together,” she confessed.
– After years surrounded by rumours, Cara Delevingne has decided to step forward and publicly confirm a story that for a long time was part of the speculation surrounding the highly publicized divorce between Amber Heard and Johnny Depp. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/gente/cara-delevingne-confirma-su-romance-con-amber-heard-durante-su-divorcio-estabamos-juntas_7009059_0.html & Video Link

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– Alzheimer’s and dementia deaths see sharpest rise in Malaga province, up 21% in one year
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/alzheimers-and-dementia-deaths-see-sharpest-rise-20260701144155-nt.html
– Plans for Torrox housing cooperative announced
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/plans-for-torrox-housing-cooperative-announced-20260630141249-nt.html

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NEW LIFE CHURCH

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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.
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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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DOG ADOPTIONS

Axarquia Animal Rescue – Voluntary Charity – non profit organisation:
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– Patch, 7 mths, medium in size. A beautiful pup, who just loves to please, better suited to a quiet household, although he loves other dogs and cats. Fully vaccinated.
– Chris, 7 weeks, large in size. Mastin pup and growing daily, loves everyone and everything, vaccinations started.
Please take a look at our website, where you will find more information and photos, plus details of other dogs and pups that we have in our care. Our adoption costs are 110e for pups that have been fully vaccinated, rabies, chip and passport. 180e for older dogs that have all vaccinations, neutered and passport. This contributes towards their vet and care costs, and helps us to continue rescuing abandoned dogs and cats.

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Jazz Festival– Portón del Jazz (Jazz Gate) 2026
Fridays 3, 10, 17 & 24 July 2026
Finca El Portón, Alhaurín de la Torre
The Portón del Jazz Festival in Alhaurín de la Torre celebrates another edition, solidifying its position as one of the most prestigious and atmospheric festivals in the entire province of Málaga. Every Friday in July, the open-air auditorium at Finca El Portón, surrounded by lush vegetation and bathed in starlight, provides the perfect setting to enjoy one of the most beloved cultural events of the Málaga summer season.
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Nerja – Parade for the Macharaviaya July 4th Festival in memory of Bernardo de Gálvez: Friday, July 3rd at 8:00 PM
Starting from the passageway on Carmen Street. The route will proceed along C/ Diputación and C/ Barrio to the Balcón de Europa, where there will be a demonstration of this historical re-enactment. Info: https://www.nerja.es/nerja-acoge-el-desfile-promocional…

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101 Music Festival Málaga 2026: Lineup, Dates and Tickets
The 101 Music Festival Costa del Sol 2026 returns to the iconic La Malagueta Bullring. It continues to grow, adding music and comedy to an increasingly powerful lineup.
Most concerts are scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM, although arriving early is recommended for access control.
Sat, July 4, 2026 – LIA KALI
Sun, July 5, 2026 – GREAT ANTHOLOGY OF ZARZUELA
Thurs, July 9, 2026 – GISELA and the Heroines of K-POP
Fri, July 10, 2026 – LOS MORANCOS
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Thurs, July 16, 2026 – MARTA SANTOS
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Sat, July 18, 2026 – LOQUILLO
Sun, July 19, 2026 – IL VOLO
Sat, July 25, 2026 – THE OUTBURST
Fri, July 31, 2026 – MÓNICA NARANJO
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Tango Malaga 2026: Two Shows This Weekend
Teatro Echegaray, Malaga
– Sat, 4 July, Mirando Al Sur
– Sun, 5 July, Proyecto Tamgu Presenta a Valeria Hernandez
Info & tix: https://www.teatrocervantes.com/en/ciclos-y-festivales/tango-malaga-2026/

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SPAIN

The increase in VAT on fuels to 21% will cost Spaniards 10 cents more per liter of gasoline and 2.8 cents more per liter of diesel: {Trans, summary}
– The Council of Ministers agreed to reinstate the standard 21% VAT rate for gasoline and diesel , ending the reduced rate of 10% that had been in place since March as part of the extraordinary measures adopted to mitigate the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East. At the same time, the government is beginning the gradual withdrawal of the reduction in the special tax on hydrocarbons.
– According to calculations by the Spanish Fuel Industry Association (AICE), these changes will mean that the price of gasoline will increase by around 10.1 cents per litre starting this Wednesday, while diesel will rise by about 2.8 cents per litre . The difference between the two fuels is due to the different reductions applied to the special tax on hydrocarbons.
– For drivers, the impact will be immediate. According to AICE, filling a 50-liter tank will cost about €5.03 more for a gasoline vehicle and around €1.41 more for a diesel vehicle.
The government, however, is maintaining a gradual withdrawal of tax breaks. A discount of 15 cents per litre on the excise tax will remain in effect during July, decreasing to 10 cents in August and five cents in September, before disappearing altogether in October, provided that energy market conditions allow it.
– The tightening of fuel taxes comes just weeks after the government reinstated standard taxes on electricity and gas. Since June 1st, both utilities have been subject to the 21% VAT rate again, after a long period with the reduced rate of 10%. Similarly, the Special Tax on Electricity returned to its usual rate of 5.11%, compared to the reduced rate of 0.5% in effect during the energy crisis. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/economia/subida-iva-carburantes-21-costara-espanoles-10-centimos-mas-litro-gasolina-28-diesel_202606306a43992826ebc75a77f88672.html

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Meteored warns Spain will turn into the Sahara from Thursday with temperatures of 44°C & hot nights:
– Spain is preparing for a heatwave starting this weekend. A meteorological phenomenon known as a ” heat dome” could affect most of Spain from Saturday onwards, bringing maximum temperatures that will locally reach almost 44°C.
– Overall, maximum temperatures will exceed 36°C almost everywhere. However, the impact of the extreme heat will be particularly severe in the Ebro, Tagus, Guadiana, and Guadalquivir valleys (Andalucia), where temperatures could reach between 40 and 42°C, with a high probability of reaching 42–44°C in areas of central, western, and southern Spain at the beginning of next week. Even in the north, temperatures are expected to exceed 35°C.
– One of the most significant aspects of this weather event will be the nighttime heat. Widespread tropical nights are expected, and between Sunday and Tuesday, sweltering nights with temperatures not dropping below 25°C. The worst affected areas would be Extremadura, the Guadalquivir Valley, parts of Castilla-La Mancha, and sections of the Mediterranean coast. In cities like Seville, Córdoba, Badajoz, and Toledo, minimum temperatures could reach between 25 and 27°C, making it difficult to sleep at night. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/el-tiempo/meteored-avisa-espana-convertira-sahara-partir-jueves-temperaturas-44_202606306a43afd6dcb2092ca8c07d75.html

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The political head of the Civil Guard lied to the UCO (Civil Guard’s Central Operational Unit): {Trans, summary}
– Following allegations that a network linked to the PSOE was attempting to discredit the Civil Guard’s Central Operational Unit (UCO), Director General Mercedes González {pic} met senior UCO commanders on 29 May 2025 to address growing concerns within the force. During that meeting, according to court testimony from two generals, she denied knowing former PSOE activist Leire Díez, referring to her only as “this lady” and saying she had no relationship with her.
– However, González had reportedly already met Díez on at least two occasions before the meeting and later acknowledged before the Senate that she knew her and had met with her. This apparent contradiction has become a key issue because investigators are examining whether Díez was involved in efforts to discredit the UCO and influence internal disciplinary action against officers investigating politically sensitive corruption cases. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/jefa-politica-guardia-civil-mintio-uco_202606306a42fcbb403b9f2792e17c0e.html

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Sánchez’s mass regularization clashes with EU laws because it failed to coordinate with member states and violated the return directive: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish Supreme Court may refer the government’s extraordinary migrant regularisation scheme to the European Court of Justice, questioning whether it breaches EU law concerning Schengen, the 2008 Return Directive, and the new return regulation. The scheme could grant residency to between 900,000 and 1.65 million irregular migrants.
– The Court, acting on appeals from Aragon and Valencia, identifies two principal problems. First, it is a unilateral, mass action without prior coordination with EU partners, apparently conflicting with the current EU migration and asylum pact. Second, the Return Directive requires individualised examination of each case, whereas this scheme grants a generalised right of temporary residence merely for being in Spain irregularly, instead of issuing individual return decisions.
– The Court notes a one-year residence permit grants Schengen circulation rights for 90 days in any 180-day period. The European Commissioner for Migration previously warned such national rules must not act as a blank cheque to travel freely or create distortions for partners. European Parliament sources claim the scheme represents disloyalty and a security risk. The government maintains the permits are strictly for Spain and that the regulation was drafted in full compliance with EU law. State legal services are preparing a response. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/regularizacion-masiva-sanchez-choca-con-las-leyes-ue-por-no-coordinarla-con-los-socios-incumplir-directiva-retorno_7008590_0.html

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What happens if the EU finds the regularization is in violation of EU law, according to DeepSeek AI: {DigameXtra with DeepSeek AI research assist}
– If the ECJ disallows the regularisation, the ruling would legally compel Spain to annul the scheme and halt granting the proposed residence permits. Any permits already issued would require revocation, triggering a duty under the Return Directive to issue individual return decisions. Non-compliance would launch an infringement procedure under Article 260 TFEU, potentially leading to a lump sum and a daily aggregate penalty payment, calculated by seriousness and duration, not per person.
– Politically, a judgment condemning unilateral mass regularisation would weaken Spain’s standing in EU negotiations on migration funding and asylum relocation. While Schengen membership would not be directly suspended, a systematic breach could justify neighbouring states reintroducing extended internal border checks under the revised Schengen Borders Code.
– In practical terms, mass physical removal of hundreds of thousands of people is unfeasible. The likely outcome would be a negotiated transition period coupled with an EU-funded enhanced return programme, with Brussels demanding strictly individualised examinations in any regularization mechanism, as seen in earlier Commission reactions to mass legalisations in Italy and Greece. See the AI source with full explanations, no registration should be required: https://chat.deepseek.com/share/p5stpb4okigfebzbog

ANDALUCÍA

Vox announces its vote against Moreno’s investiture as president of the Junta: {Trans}
– Vox will vote against the investiture of the Popular Party’s Juanma Moreno as president of the Andalusian Regional Government this Tuesday in the Andalusian Parliament, as announced by the regional leader of this party, Manuel Gavira, during his speech in the debate being held in the regional Parliament. {Update: The vote went as expected, Moreno failed to achieve the necessary support to win. Next vote Thursday. -Ed.}
– Gavira indicated at the beginning of his speech that the fifteen Vox deputies would vote this afternoon against Moreno’s investiture as president of the Junta, meaning he would only have the 53 votes of the PP, two short of an absolute majority, and would have to face a new vote within 48 hours, where he would need a simple majority. Source, Spanish: https://efe.com/andalucia/2026-06-30/vox-anuncia-su-voto-contrario-a-la-investidura-de-moreno-como-presidente-de-la-junta/

TORROX

Socialists denounce that the government of Óscar Medina is losing 278,000 euros in subsidies for the Dunes Park and has accumulated millions of euros in unused aid: {Trans}
– The spokesperson for the Socialist Municipal Group on Torrox Town Council, Mari Nieves Ramírez {pic}, has condemned another loss of grant funding by the People’s Party administration led by Óscar Medina. On this occasion, the Town Council will have to repay €236,000 corresponding to the grant awarded for the Dunes Park, in addition to €42,000 in interest, representing a total cost of €278,000 to the municipal finances as a result of poor management.
– According to the Torrox PSOE, this latest case is not an isolated incident but another example of the complete lack of control, poor planning and inability of Óscar Medina’s administration to make use of the funding opportunities available to the municipality. “The people of Torrox will have to bear a cost of €278,000 because of the poor management of the People’s Party administration. This is public money that could have been used to improve our municipality and, through their neglect, has been lost together with the interest that has accrued,” said Mari Nieves Ramírez.
– The Socialist spokesperson recalled that the Town Council must repay the entire grant allocated to the Dunes Park because it was not managed properly, with a further €42,000 in interest to be paid. “The most serious aspect is that this situation is no longer surprising because it reflects a style of government based on improvisation and publicity rather than planning and sound management,” she said.
– Ramírez pointed out that this episode adds to a long list of grants lost over recent years by Óscar Medina’s administration. The most serious case was the loss of €9 million in European funding, a historic opportunity to transform Torrox which, according to the PSOE, disappeared because the governing team was incapable of managing projects of this scale.
– It is particularly striking that Óscar Medina himself created a Councillor for European Funds portfolio in order to boast about the administration’s management. In addition, during these years the Town Council has had a provincial deputy, Sandra Extremera, who was specifically linked to the management of European funding. However, even with that structure in place, they have been unable to achieve what other nearby municipalities have managed, securing significant investment to improve their towns.
– In addition to the loss of European funding, there were other grants that the Town Council allowed to lapse or failed to manage properly. More than €600,000 allocated to training programmes was lost, together with almost €400,000 for lanes and infrastructure improvements. Also, €120,000 for sports facilities was also not secured, along with €90,000 relating to the repayment of the grant for the Santa Rosa roundabout, consisting of €80,000 in funding plus €10,000 in interest. Finally, the current €278,000 relating to the Dunes Park grant must also be added, comprising both the amount awarded and the interest the Town Council will have to pay.
– “We are talking about millions of euros that could have been turned into better public services, more infrastructure and more opportunities for the people of Torrox. While other municipalities move forward thanks to good management, Torrox is losing investment because of the neglect and incompetence of its administration,” the Socialist spokesperson said.
– According to the Torrox PSOE, this succession of lost grants demonstrates that Óscar Medina’s administration has replaced proper management with constant publicity. “The People’s Party is obsessed with photo opportunities, headlines, confrontation and propaganda. Meanwhile, it neglects what really matters, working to ensure that Torrox moves forward. A Town Council cannot be run solely through announcements and photographs. It requires rigour, planning and responsibility in the management of public money, which belongs to all the people of Torrox,” Mari Nieves Ramírez concluded.
– For all these reasons, the Socialist Municipal Group is demanding that the municipal administration accept responsibility, explain with complete transparency the reasons for these financial losses, and put an end to a way of governing that is depriving Torrox of essential investment for both its present and its future. Source, Spamish: https://axarquia-news.es/denuncian-que-el-gobierno-de-oscar-medina…

FRIGILIANA

Civil Guard searches socialist controlled Town Hall & Municipal Offices of Frigiliana. Alleged crimes of malfeasance and embezzlement of public funds, among other offences, are being investigated: {Trans, summary}
– The Civil Guard is currently searching the Frigiliana Town Hall (Málaga, population 3,380), governed by the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party), and other municipal offices this Tuesday morning under a court order, as confirmed to EL PAÍS by sources close to the investigation. This operation, ordered by the Torrox Court of Instruction Number 1 (Málaga), is investigating alleged crimes of malfeasance and embezzlement of public funds, among others, these same sources added. The Court has placed the case under strict judicial secrecy.
– The PP in the municipality “has been denouncing alleged irregularities and malpractice in the Socialist administration of the Frigiliana Town Hall for two years, especially regarding contracting, transparency, and the use of public resources.” Source, Spanish: https://elpais.com/espana/2026-06-30/la-guardia-civil-registra-el-ayuntamiento-y-oficinas-municipales-de-frigiliana-malaga.html

GRANADA

New pedestrian walkway between beaches of Castell de Ferro & Cambriles on Granada coast now open to the public: {Trans, summary}
– The Gualchos-Castell de Ferro Town Council (Granada) has opened to the public the new pedestrian walkway that connects the beaches of Castell de Ferro and Cambriles and allows for a more comfortable, safe and accessible transit between both beaches.
– “We have removed a barrier that for years made it difficult to pass between the two beaches. Now anyone can travel this stretch comfortably, safely and accessibly, which is especially important for the elderly, those with reduced mobility, or families with children.” The mayor also highlighted the effort made by the City Council to carry out a project that required the processing of the corresponding authorizations and coordination between different administrations. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-abierta-publico…

SPACE

Neon green auroras from space will take your breath away– space photo of the day for June 26, 2026:
– European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot, who is currently aboard the International Space Station as part of the εpsilon mission, spotted the aurora australis, or auroras over the Southern Hemisphere. (Lights in the Northern Hemisphere are known as the aurora borealis.)
– “Day 127, orbit 1968 — That aurora was absolutely spectacular… shimmering and dancing beneath us, stretching as far as the eye could see, and so intense it lit up the Station in shades of green,” Adenot said. “We’ve seen several since the beginning of the mission, but this one was on a completely different level — far too bright for my usual aurora camera settings. Moments like these never get old up here; the whole crew suddenly find themselves vying for a good spot at a window!” (Image credit: ESA/NASA/S. Adenot) Full article: https://www.space.com/astronomy/earth/neon-green-auroras-from-space-will-take-your-breath-away-space-photo-of-the-day-for-june-26-2026

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CULTURAL REVOLUTION

US Supreme Court upholds laws that prohibit transgender athletes from competing on women’s teams: {Trans}
– The conservative majority of the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld state laws barring transgender athletes from participating on girls’ school and college teams, concluding that these rules do not violate the Constitution. In a 6-3 decision, the justices decided to maintain the laws in West Virginia and Idaho, ruling that states can establish gender-based sports categories in schools and that these restrictions are compatible with Title IX, the landmark federal legislation that prohibits gender discrimination in publicly funded educational programs.
– The Supreme Court ruled that states can restrict participation on women’s teams to “biological women” – that is, athletes whose sex assigned at birth is female – even for transgender individuals who identify as women and are undergoing hormone therapy. The case stemmed from a lawsuit filed by two transgender athletes, Becky Pepper-Jackson, a high school student from West Virginia, and Lindsay Hecox, a student at the University of Idaho, who argued that their exclusion from women’s competitions was unconstitutional and discriminatory.
– Conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who authored the majority opinion, argued that “physical differences between men and women, such as strength, speed, and endurance,” justify having separate teams based on biological sex. “Every biological male who makes the women’s team occupies a spot that would normally belong to a female athlete,” he insisted. The decision will have repercussions across the United States, as it affects the participation of transgender athletes in school and university competitions and supports similar laws passed in 25 other states.
– After returning to power in January 2015, Trump signed an executive order establishing the recognition of only two genders, male and female, and requiring that official documents reflect the gender assigned at birth, a measure that was challenged by LGBTQ+ rights organizations.
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– Two out of every three requests for a taxi or private hire vehicle on the Costa del Sol go unanswered
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/marbella-san-pedro/every-three-requests-20260629105554-nt.html
– Malaga housing protest: “No more sky-high rents, no more rock-bottom wages”. An estimated 4,500 people marched through Malaga city on Saturday
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The Festival plans performances by local artists and groups such as Lidia Gómez, Hermanos Ortigosa, Dani y Manuel, La Boterita, Rocío Alba and Hermanas Alarcón. There will also be music by the Javier Tapias orchestra, the accompaniment of José Lucena’s dance group and the hosting of the event by presenter Paco Conejo. For its part, this edition will feature the artist Pitingo as a guest.

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SPAIN

The extraordinary regularization of migrants faces its end with no news of an extension and with more than a million applications:
– The deadline to apply for the extraordinary regularization of migrants ends this June 30 and, with a few hours to go before its closure, the Government has not announced any extension. Everything points, therefore, to the deadline remaining as approved in the royal decree regulating this measure, already considered the largest extraordinary regularization in recent history of Spain.
– The decision comes in a context of figures much higher than initially foreseen. According to data released this Monday, the telematic platform Mercurio has already received around 1.2-1.3 million applications, more than double the approximately 500,000 that the Executive estimated when it launched the process last April.
– The entities assisting applicants maintain that thousands of people could be left out for reasons beyond their control.
Among the main difficulties, they point to the overcrowding of Immigration offices, the scarcity of in-person appointments, delays in obtaining criminal record certificates issued by some countries of origin, and technical problems recorded at certain times during the telematic processing. Despite these claims, the Government has maintained the planned schedule so far.
– Once the submission period ends, the Administration will continue processing all applications registered within the enabled period. The regulations establish a maximum period of three months to resolve the files, although many have already been admitted for processing and even resolved favorably. During that time, individuals whose applications have been admitted will be able to remain and work legally in Spain until the definitive resolution. Full article: https://www.democrata.es/en/politics/the-extraordinary-regularization-of-migrants-faces-its-end-with-no-news-of-an-extension-and-with-more-than-million-applications/

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Ministry of Housing prepares a new royal decree-law with tax breaks for landlords, contract extensions, and a 21% VAT on tourist apartments:
– The Ministry of Housing announced this Monday that in the coming weeks it will approve a new decree-law to raise the VAT applied to tourist apartments to 21% and undertake the regulation of seasonal and room rentals. It will include both the extension of rental contracts and IRPF bonuses for those owners who decide to lower the rent. Also included, administrative measures to streamline urban planning procedures and the obligation for rental contracts to be reflected in writing. Full article: https://www.democrata.es/en/housing/housing-announces-new-decree-law-with-tax-breaks-for-landlords-contract-extensions-and-21-vat-on-tourist-apartments/

ANDALUCÍA

Summer hours come into effect at Andalusian health centres: {Trans, summary}
– Primary healthcare services across Andalusia are operating reduced summer opening hours from 29 June to 4 September. Most health centres will be open only from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Around 75% of centres will close in the afternoons, so patients needing afternoon care must “attend the alternative health centre designated for their area instead”. This mainly affects family medicine, nursing, patient services, and paediatrics.
– Centres with emergency care units will remain open until 8:00 pm and will also treat patients transferred from centres that close in the afternoon. Hospital services are expected to remain largely unchanged, with more than 85% of beds and 76% of operating theatres remaining available. The SAS has also announced a 14% increase in summer healthcare staff compared with last year. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/lunes-implementa-horario-verano-centros_0_2007235351.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Torre del Mar, Caleta de Vélez and Benajarafe start their yoga and pilates classes on the beach: {Trans, summary}
– The program will feature three activity points along the coastline. The sessions are designed to enjoy physical exercise, relaxation and socializing in a unique environment, consolidating the municipality’s beaches as spaces for health and well-being during the summer months.
– In Torre del Mar, the sessions will take place on Senior Beach, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. Pilates will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, while yoga will be taught on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
– In Caleta de Vélez, Las Palmeras beach will host the activities from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Pilates will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, and yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
– In Benajarafe, Palmeral beach, next to Chiringuito Pedro, will have sessions from Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., adapting the activity to the most favorable conditions for sports practice. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torre-del-mar-caleta-de-velez-y-benajarafe-inician-sus-clases-de-yoga-y-pilates-en-la-playa/

COSTA DEL SOL

A network that manufactured fake British driving licenses has been dismantled on the Costa del Sol: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish National Police have dismantled an international criminal organization based in the Malaga towns of Mijas and Marbella. This gang specialized in the large-scale manufacture and distribution of counterfeit UK driving licences. The operation resulted in the arrest of two people, a British national and a Ukrainian national, considered the alleged ringleaders.
– Thanks to this joint effort, agents dismantled a clandestine laboratory equipped with high-precision industrial machinery, which allowed the criminals to produce up to one hundred fraudulent IDs every day. The criminals demanded around €300 for each document and sent the merchandise mainly to the British market, although shipments to Italy, Germany, France, and Saudi Arabia have also been detected. The main appeal of these ID cards lies in the fact that, in the United Kingdom, they are commonly used as official identification for numerous administrative and financial procedures.
– In total, police have seized 592 counterfeit driver’s licenses, as well as more than €56,000 in cash and nearly $41,000 in cryptocurrency. Among the seized materials were laser printers, heat-sealing die-cutting machines, precision scanners, and advanced security features such as special inks and kinegrams. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/andalucia/2026-06-26/detenidos-dos-hombres…

TORROX

Óscar Medina demands the Government reinforce security this summer in Torrox to “protect the peace of mind of the residents”: {Trans, summary}
– Mayor Óscar Medina said he has formally asked the Government of Spain to introduce an exceptional security plan and increase public security personnel in Torrox, particularly in El Morche and the coastal area, ahead of the busy summer season. He said the request reflects concerns raised by residents and traders about maintaining public order.
– Medina praised the Guardia Civil’s professionalism but argued that the State should provide more officers, better resources, and stronger legal powers. He stressed that responsibility for public security and migration lies with the central Government rather than local councils, adding that citizens simply expect State services to work effectively. He maintained that the request is not politically motivated but is intended to preserve Torrox’s strong community harmony. While describing the municipality as safe, he said officers need sufficient resources to deal promptly with minor offences. He also pledged continued cooperation from the Local Police.
– {This article presents the Mayor’s claims and arguments without providing any independent verification or providing references. His assertions about responsibilities, legalities, resource needs, and motivations should be regarded as political statements rather than established facts. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/oscar-medina-exige-gobierno-reforzar_0_2007237315.html

NERJA

Three people, all lawyers, arrested in Nerja for the alleged misappropriation of a large inheritance from a deceased foreign national: {Trans, summary}
– Spain’s Civil Guard has arrested three people and is investigating eleven others over an alleged criminal scheme involving fraud, forged documents, identity theft, property offences, misappropriation, money laundering, and organised crime. The investigation began after a Spanish bank reported suspicious cash withdrawals from the account of an elderly British customer. Investigators allegedly found that the account had been opened using forged documents and remained active after the account holder had died.
– Two lawyers from Nerja allegedly withdrew funds and were linked to firms specialising in property and inheritance matters involving foreign residents. Investigators also identified a third lawyer, a close relative of one of the arrested suspects, as a direct participant in the alleged scheme.
– The group allegedly used a forged handwritten will and false witnesses to divert a substantial inheritance from a deceased foreign woman living in a local care home. Her lawful heir, a son living in Switzerland, reportedly never received the inheritance despite granting a power of attorney to facilitate the transfer. Police seized €200,000, jewellery, electronic devices, and documents. Two suspects remain in custody while the investigation continues. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-tres-detenidos…

UKRAINE WAR

Zelenskyy condemns ‘horrific attacks’ as Russian strikes continue:
– Russian missiles and drones killed at least 11 civilians and injured 40 others in Ukraine on Monday in what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as “horrific attacks.”
– A Russian missile targeting infrastructure struck the central city of Dnipro, killing five people and wounding 29, Zelenskyy said on social media. Russian drones also hit a passenger minibus in the southern city of Zaporizhzhia, killing three and wounding six, including a child, he said. In addition, Russia drones killed a 69-year-old woman and a 77-year-old man in Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region, National Police said.
Other deadly attacks occurred in at least six other regions of Ukraine, authorities said.
– Some customers in eight Ukrainian regions were left without power Monday after Russian strikes, after hot weather drove up electricity use as people turned on air conditioners, grid operator Ukrenergo said. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war…

THE AMERICAS

Fresh aftershock rocks Venezuela as search for twin quake survivors continues:
– Venezuela’s devastating earthquake disaster deepened on Monday after a fresh 4.6-magnitude aftershock rattled areas north of Caracas, adding to fears among exhausted survivors and rescue teams as the death toll from last week’s twin earthquakes climbed close to 1,500.
– The US Geological Survey said the aftershock struck at a depth of 10 kilometres (6 miles). No damage was immediately reported. Multiple aftershocks have continued to rattle the country since Wednesday’s twin earthquakes.
– National Assembly President Jorge Rodrguez said the official death toll had risen to 1,450 by Sunday, with 3,150 people injured, 12,721 displaced and 774 buildings destroyed. Full article: https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/venezuela-earthquake-aftershock-death-toll-nears-1500-rescuers-search-la-guaira-2936760-2026-06-29

SPORTS

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Wimbledon 2026: Schedules & Results
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Serena and Venus Williams’ next match at Wimbledon 2026:
– Serena and Venus Williams will kick off their Wimbledon doubles campaign on Thurs, July 2, with a matchup against South American duo Camila Osorio and Solana Sierra. A start time for the match has not yet been confirmed.
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NATURE

Scientists discover four new species of blood-sucking flies in Andalusia during Nile virus surveillance: {Trans, summary}
– A scientific team led by the Doñana Biological Station (EBD-CSIC), in collaboration with the University of Milan, has identified four new species of ceratopogonids of the genus Leptoconops, tiny blood-sucking flies, that is, those that feed on blood, barely two millimeters in length that until now were unknown to science. The discovery took place during mosquito sampling carried out by the Doñana Biological Station to detect the presence of West Nile virus in different parts of Andalusia.
– The genus Leptoconops comprises species of tiny hematophagous flies. As with mosquitoes, their females feed on blood by making small cuts in the skin of birds and mammals, including humans, a behavior known as telmophagy. Although they are absent most of the year, during the spring months they can increase their abundance greatly, causing discomfort from their bites.
– Pre-doctoral researcher Dumitru Ionut Paun Tanase, co-author of the study, concluded that “the capture of these insects will allow us to investigate their role in the transmission of parasites, as well as their ecology, helping to fill the knowledge gaps that exist about them”. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/ciencia/laboratorio/noticia-cientificos-descubren-nuevas-especies…

OTHER

Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark:
– Archaeologists have discovered a huge Viking Age textile production site in Denmark that dates back more than 1,000 years and underlines the sophistication of Viking society.
– Experts from the Moesgaard Museum said this week that the sprawling 100,000-square-meter (more than 1 million-square-foot) site features an area for processing flax as well as more than 80 pit houses — semi-buried huts that were used as workshops and dwellings in Viking times. Experts found separate areas for production and crafts, plus a single residential home, which suggests work was overseen by a powerful individual with control over resources and production.
– It’s located in Søften, 10 kilometers (6 miles) north of Denmark’s second-largest city, Aarhus, on the Jutland peninsula. The site dates back to the late Iron Age and early Viking Age, sometime between A.D. 600 and 950.
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– Three dead in Malaga car crash early on Sunday morning were Irish, police confirm {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/three-dead-malaga-car-crash-early-sunday-20260629112210-nt.html
– Trade unions put the number of health centres closing in the afternoons this summer in Malaga province at 43
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/trade-unions-number-20260629093828-nt.html
– Night buses to run between Vélez-Málaga and Torre del Mar throughout the summer
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/velezmalaga-torre-will-20260629101730-nt.html
– Removal of tanker service is forcing Valle de Abdalajís to speed up its water supply solution
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Caleta de Vélez celebrates its 2026 Fair from July 2nd to 5th with a program for all audiences:
– The fair will kick off on Thursday, July 2nd, with the traditional Children’s Day.
– The program will continue on Friday, July 3rd, with the Senior Citizens’ Dinner, starting at 8:45 p.m., featuring performances by local choirs. Following this, the Queen and Mister pageant will be held in the senior, children’s, and adult categories, before the performance by Las Carlotas , scheduled for 11:00 p.m. , and the music of DJ Palomares and Sau DJ .
– On Saturday, July 4th, the Day Fair will take place, featuring the traditional sardine feast. The day will also include performances by local dance groups and choirs.
– Saturday afternoon continues with the Estopa Tribute at 5:00 PM, with DJ Palomares providing music before and after the performance. In the evening, the program continues with DJ Chema Jr., the awards ceremony for the Fair Football Tournament, and performances by Samuel G , Samueliyo Baby, and the Glow party with Juni.
– On Sunday, July 5th, the traditional paella will be served by the Sin Edades Association. The day will be enlivened by local dance groups and choirs, and will feature performances by Dani Márquez, DJ Palomares, and, to close the fair, Elsa and Antonio Guerra.

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XIV Children’s and Youth Dance Festival- Frigiliana:
Sat, 4 July, 9:30pm at Plaza de las Tres Culturas
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Sánchez asks the PSOE to sustain his project until 2031 and downplays corruption: {Trans, summary}
– With a speech very similar to the one he delivered last Wednesday in Congress, the Secretary General of the PSOE, Pedro Sánchez , addressed the members of the Federal Committee this Saturday with a call to close ranks around his leadership. He asked them for “courage” and to “stand together to guarantee the continuity of his political project, not only until the next general elections in 2027, but also with an eye toward 2031.”
– Sánchez tried to downplay the various legal challenges facing the PSOE, which he referred to as a “cloud of cases” that, in his opinion, are now monopolizing “the public debate.”
He argued that the PSOE acted “decisively” in the cases of the party’s alleged dirty tricks and the mask scandal that resulted in the 24-year prison sentence for former minister José Luis Ábalos; that the government has “nothing to hide” regarding its involvement in the investigation affecting former president José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero; and he framed the cases affecting his family as part of a “campaign of lies” driven, he said, to politically weaken the government.
– Sánchez rejected the “apocalyptic rhetoric” that, in his view, the PP and Vox have been employing for the last eight years, and defended the continuation of the progressive coalition government, arguing that Spain in 2027 is better than in 2023 and that Spain in 2031 will be even better “with four more years of progressive government.” He argued that what matters is how one acts against “your own corruption” and that, in the case of the PSOE, they have been “forceful” from the beginning. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez-pide-psoe-ir-todos-una-para-sostener-su-proyecto-hasta-2031-r PICebaja-corrupcion-un-nubarron-causas_7007615_0.html

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Sánchez’s Reality Problem– When Political Survival Meets Cognitive Dissonance: {Trans}
– Pedro Sánchez has survived for years by defying all predictions of his downfall. He did it when he was ousted by his own party, when he regained the Secretary General position, when he won the motion of no confidence, and when he renewed his government in 2023. That history explains why resistance is part of his political DNA.
– But this time, something is starting to change inside the PSOE. The claim that Spain will be much better off in 2031 with a progressive government — made just days after a majority in Congress called for him to face a confidence vote — is no longer interpreted in some socialist sectors as a show of strength, but as proof that the president has stopped incorporating facts that contradict his narrative into his political analysis. They think the same about his Orwellian speech attacking everyone except himself for the serious corruption problem that haunts him.
– “He no longer sees political reality,” summarizes one socialist leader. Another goes further: “The problem is not that he wants to resist. The problem is that he acts as if nothing has changed, when everything has changed.
– ”The derogatory references against Sánchez are repeated again and again” by Socialist leaders and officials inside the PSOE itself. Congress has stopped backing him politically. The PSOE is in an electoral wear-down cycle. Polls show persistent decline. His partners no longer want him, and the party is conditioned by a permanent judicial crisis.
– Faced with this accumulation of facts, the president’s attitude finds a parallel in phenomena widely studied by political psychology. Without turning it into a personal diagnosis directly challenging Sánchez’s mental health, the idea that the president’s behaviour resembles so-called motivated reasoning — that is, the tendency to accept only information that confirms one’s own strategy and downplay what disproves it — is now surfacing in conversations within the socialist organization itself.
– Others speak of confirmation bias. Only data that allows La Moncloa’s narrative to remain intact is counted; everything else is automatically discredited: polls “are wrong,” the parliamentary majority “means nothing,” electoral defeats “do not anticipate any change,” and the internal crisis “is an interested construction.”
– A veteran socialist uses another expression: “It’s as if Sánchez has stopped reading the dashboard. He no longer corrects the strategy with the data; he tries to make the data fit the strategy.”
– This can even be linked to Leon Festinger’s theory of cognitive dissonance: when reality conflicts with a deeply held conviction, the reaction is not always to modify the conviction, but to reinterpret reality so it is no longer incompatible with it. And this, precisely, is what some believe is happening. “He does not respond to the loss of support by trying to recover it. He responds by denying that he has lost it,” summarizes a leader with territorial responsibilities.
– The 2031 remark had an obvious target: the PSOE. Sánchez knows that doubts about the party’s future are beginning to emerge and he intends to shut down any conversation about succession. As long as he proclaims himself the candidate, no one will make a move without appearing disloyal.
– However, this strategy also has a cost because a leadership can survive a defeat or a crisis. But it is much harder to maintain authority when part of your own side starts to think that the problem is no longer the balance of forces, but the way the leader interprets that balance.
– That is why the concern is no longer limited to how long Sánchez can resist and now extends to a much more delicate area: whether the president continues to govern based on political reality or on the narrative he has built to avoid having to accept it. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/que-une-sanchez-sesgo-confirmacion-teoria-psicologica-cognitiva-descrito-socialistas_202606276a3fadef7a154352a3a6547d.html

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Spain would suffer similar devastation in its seismic risk zones with earthquakes like those in Venezuela: “Our regulations are outdated.”: {Trans, summary}
– Amadeo Benavent, Professor of Structures at the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) says, “In Spain, we have completely outdated seismic regulations. They date back to 2002 and were developed using the knowledge available at the time, which largely originated in the last century,” Benavent explained. “This outdated regulatory framework only covers new construction. In Spain, there are no regulations for the seismic retrofitting of existing buildings.” This means that most buildings, homes, and structures in our country are not prepared to withstand earthquakes such as in Venezuela, which measured 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, and therefore, similar devastation could be expected if it were to occur.
– “Historically, very strong earthquakes have occurred in Spain approximately every 100 to 120 years. And we have currently experienced more than 150 years of seismic silence. This means that it is more than likely that another major earthquake will occur, although we don’t know where or when. What we can do is prepare,” he emphasizes. The best proof, the expert points out, is what happened in the Lorca (Murcia) earthquake in 2011. ” That earthquake had a magnitude of 5.3-5.4 and caused enormous damage and even the collapse of buildings that had already been designed according to current regulations.”
– The last major earthquake in Spain was in Granada in 1884 {pic}, on Christmas Day, with more than 1,000 victims, and the strongest on the Peninsula was the Lisbon earthquake of 1775, with a magnitude of 8.5, which was felt throughout the territory. In both cases, the devastation was total.
– Spain’s outdated seismic building regulations still haven’t been adapted to the new European standards: “These regulations should have been updated a long time ago, as has been done in practically all of Europe, by adopting the Eurocodes, which are the European structural standards and establish how to design and verify structures, among other things, against earthquakes. Spain still hasn’t adopted them; that’s the big problem we have,” says Jesús Contreras, a member of the Association of Civil Engineers, Canals and Ports, who considers it “outrageous” that buildings continue to be constructed “with regulations that pose a significant risk to the population, with the Administration’s knowledge,” while there are no regulations in place to adapt existing structures. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/espana-sufriria-sus-zonas-riesgo-sismico-una-devastacion-similar-con-terremotos-como-venezuela-tenemos-norma-desfasada_7007649_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Board warns that online purchases under 150 euros will also be subject to customs duties: {Trans, summary}
– The ending of the EU customs exemption for imports under 150 euros, effective 1 July 2026, will impose a temporary three-euro duty per article category on low-value shipments from outside the bloc. Buyers face higher final prices from the new tariff, added controls, delivery delays and extra clearance costs, especially on cheap online marketplaces. Returns will not normally refund the duty unless goods are proven defective. Sellers outside the EU may see reduced competitiveness and lower sales volumes as prices rise for European customers. EU-based sellers gain from fairer competition and reduced fraud via undervaluation or split shipments, though all parties await full digital infrastructure. The change protects member states’ revenues. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/junta-advierte-compras-linea-150_0_2007211699.html

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Yellow warning this Monday for storms in Almería, Granada and Jaén and for heat in Córdoba, Huelva, Jaén and Seville: {Trans, summary}
– The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has activated for this Monday, June 29, the yellow warning for high temperatures in the provinces of Córdoba, Huelva, Jaén and Seville, where it is estimated that the thermometers will reach maximum temperatures of 39ºC, as well as for rain and storms in Almería, Granada and Jaén.
– As indicated by Aemet on its official website, the Almeria regions of Valle del Almanzora and Los Vélez and Nacimiento and Campo de Tabernas will be under yellow alert for rain and storms from 12:00 to 21:00 hours, with an expected accumulated precipitation of 20 liters per square meter. Likewise, Aemet has specified that storms “can be accompanied by hail and very strong gusts of wind”.
– The Granada areas of Cuenca del Genil; Guadix and Baza and Nevada and Alpujarras de Granada and the Jaén regions of Cazorla and Segura and Capital and Montes de Jaén will be under a yellow level due to rain and storms and have received exactly the same forecast from the Aemet as the Almeria areas mentioned. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/sevilla/aviso-amarillo-lunes-tormentas-almeria-granada-jaen-calor-cordoba-huelva-jaen-sevilla/202606281547232452896.html

AXARQUÍA

The Provincial Council is committed to sustainable mobility with the implementation of ‘electric charging stations’ in 28 towns, including seven municipalities of the Axarquía region: {Trans, summary}
– The Málaga Provincial Council is making a firm commitment to sustainable, more efficient, and cleaner mobility by installing electric vehicle charging points in 28 municipalities across the province.
– In Axarquia: Torrox, Benamocarra, Frigiliana, Arenas, Comares, La Viñuela, and Riogordo.
– The towns benefiting from the project are: Alameda, Almogía, Ardales, Arenas, Archidona, Benamocarra, Benaoján, Campillos, Casabermeja, Casares, Comares, Cortes de la Frontera, Cuevas del Becerro, Cuevas de San Marcos, El Burgo, Frigiliana, Fuente de Piedra, Gaucín, Guaro, Júzcar, La Viñuela, Pizarra, Riogordo, Torrox, Valle de Abdalajís, Villanueva de la Concepción, Villanueva del Trabuco and Yunquera. Of the total number of charging stations installed, 14 already have electricity contracts.
– Each charging point includes a charging station, electrical connection, metering and protection equipment, designated parking spaces, and horizontal and vertical signage. It will also have two charging outlets. The actions have also included the installation, configuration, integration and commissioning of hardware and software to monitor the activity of the charging station at all times. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-diputacion-apuesta-por-la-movilidad-sostenible-con-la-implantacion-de-electrolineras-en-siete-municipios-de-la-axarquia/

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The Hyrcross Game sporting event comes to the Axarquía region: {Trqans, summary}
– Hyrcross Game format is born from the union of its key concepts: HY (hybrid), R (running), Cross (cross training), and Games. It is designed to test the capabilities of the hybrid athlete by combining strength, endurance, and strategy in a comprehensive challenge.
– The competition is a continuous format, in which participants complete a 6-kilometre run interspersed with 6 functional workouts . Every three kilometres of running, the athletes perform a specific exercise. These workouts include: rowing, sandbag lunges, skiing, farmer’s carry, burpee broadjumps, and wall balls.
– The league will start in Algarrobo on September 5, followed by Vélez–Málaga on October 10, continuing in Nerja on November 14 and ending in Benamocarra on December 12.
– More than 2,000 participants are expected in the Axarquía region. Registration opens on July 1st. The links to participate are:
https://www.gedsports.com/
https://hyrcrossgames.net/
Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/el-evento-deportivo-hyrcross-game-llega-a-la-axarquia/

MALAGA PROVINCE

The province of Malaga records seven earthquakes this Saturday: {Trans, summary}
– The province of Malaga has recorded up to seven earthquakes this Saturday, according to information from the National Geographic Institute (IGN). All this seismic activity has been concentrated inland, especially in the northern area of the Guadalhorce Valley and the southeast of the Antequera region, between eight o’clock in the morning and six o’clock in the afternoon. These were minor tremors, with magnitudes between 1.5 and 2 on the Richter scale, so none of them was felt by the population, although some were very shallow.
– The first earthquake was recorded at 08:08 hours, in Campillos, with a magnitude of 1.9 and a depth of 11 kilometres. A few hours later, at 11:25 hours, another occurred in Ardales, to the north of the municipal boundary. It was somewhat deeper and of lower magnitude: 18 kilometres and 1.5.
– The next two again took place in Campillos, with barely ten minutes between them. One at 13:32 hours, in the eastern part of the municipal area, with a magnitude of 1.8 and at a depth of only four kilometres below the surface; the next was at 13:41, further to the southeast, with the same magnitude and at a depth of six kilometres.
– At 14:10 hours the IGN recorded another earthquake in the area, this time in the Valle de Abdalajis. It was at a depth of six kilometres and also had a magnitude of 1.8. The next occurred at 17:33 hours, again in Campillos, at a depth of three kilometres and with a magnitude of 2; and two minutes later, another was recorded in the Valle de Abdalajis, at the surface (zero kilometres) and with a magnitude of 1.7.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-siete-terremotos-sabado_0_2007213315.html

THE AMERICAS

The death toll from the Venezuelan earthquakes has risen to 1,430, according to the latest official figures: {Trans, summary}
– A total of 1,430 people have died and 3,238 have been injured as a result of the double earthquake that shook the Venezuelan coast on Thursday, according to the latest official tally published by the president of the National Assembly, Jorge Rodríguez. Meanwhile, 430 aftershocks have been recorded.
– The area most severely affected by the disaster is the state of La Guaira, which is now under heavy military presence. Authorities have urged residents not to travel to the central coast to avoid blocking access routes. In total, seven states have reported severe damage, although La Guaira has been the hardest hit.
– So far, rescue teams from countries such as the United States, Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, Chile, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Switzerland, France, Italy, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Germany, Qatar, and Jordan have been confirmed to be present. Italy, Qatar, and Argentina are among those expected to join in the coming hours. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-ascienden-1430-muertos-terremotos-venezuela-ultimo-balance-oficial-20260627201257.html & Video Link

MIDDLE EAST

Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks:
– Tensions in the Middle East rose sharply this Sunday when Iran bombed targets in Kuwait and Bahrain in direct response to United States strikes the day before. The actions follow mutual accusations of violating a ceasefire agreed on 17 June regarding control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Iran has restricted shipping to a narrow coastal corridor and warned of attacks on non-compliant vessels.
– United States forces targeted Iranian air defences, drone facilities and mining equipment after an Iranian drone struck a Panamanian-flagged tanker in the strait.
– Iran retaliated, claiming destruction of United States bases in both countries. President Trump condemned the violation and threatened complete military action that could end the Islamic Republic.
– In parallel, Israeli strikes continued in southern Lebanon despite a new framework agreement signed on Friday aimed at lasting peace. Hezbollah leaders rejected the deal as humiliating and unlikely to be implemented, while Lebanese authorities pledged to fulfil responsibilities including disarmament of the group. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/internacional/iran-ataca-kuwait-barein-nuevos-bombardeos-eeuu-territorio_202606286a40ff0095cc61359ce0eceb.html & Video Link

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Renfe strike this Monday will cancel 320 trains- the Malaga Cercanías will maintain 50% of the routes: {Trans, summary}
– Coinciding with him beginning of the operation after the holidays summer, the Railway Union call a strike this Monday what will it entail cancellation of 320 high-speed, long and medium distance trains. This corresponds to the first of the two days of 24-hour strike which Renfe has announced, with one second on July 15.
– Based on the resolution of minimum services decreed by the Ministry for this Monday, of the 360 high-speed and long-distance trains scheduled the circulation of 98 and 642 medium distance, 222 are cancelled so between high speed and long distance and medium distance 320 are suspended.
– With this, they will circulate in minimum services 262 high-speed and long-distance trains and 420 medium-distance trains, which corresponds to a 73% of high-speed trains and 65% of medium-distance trains.
– In the case of the suburban from Madrid, Asturias, Cantabria, Galicia, Castilla y León, Seville, Cádiz, Malaga, Valencia, Murcia and Zaragoza, minimum services will be maintained at 75% during peak hours and 50% during other times. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/06/28/huelga-renfe-lunes-cancelara-320-131897898.html

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– Ryanair to allow parents flying with young children to avoid seat fee
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Nerja’s Pride Parade: Sat, 27 June
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The day will begin at 12:00 noon with the reading of the manifesto in the Town Hall’s Plenary Hall. Following this will be the second annual “Nerja Pride” Award ceremony, an initiative that recognizes individuals committed to defending equality and the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.
At 8:45 p.m. the Pride Parade will begin, a colourful procession that will travel through the main streets of the town and end at Plaza de los Cangrejos, the venue for the Grand Pride Party. The event will feature performances by Star Woman, Lollipop, Elettra, Carmen Soto, King Kokito, Felina, Tigretón, and more. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nerja-celebra-el-orgullo-con-reconocimientos-un-colorido-desfile-y-una-fiesta-en-los-cangrejos/

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– Sunday, July 5, 9:30 p.m., with performances by the Maracena Music Band (Granada), the Fiñana and Valle del Zalabí Music Bands, from Almería and Granada respectively, and the Chauchina Municipal Music Band.

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Congress votes by an absolute majority that Sánchez submit to a vote of confidence & resign, in a non-binding motion: {Trans, summary}
– The Spanish Congress of Deputies approved on Thursday, by absolute majority, a non-binding motion presented by the PP that strongly condemns Pedro Sanchez. The motion urges him to submit himself to a non- confidence vote, and also demands his resignation due to the numerous corruption cases surrounding his government and directly involving political appointees sustained by him. It passed with the support of 178 deputies on the confidence vote and 177 votes on the resignation point, secured through the backing of the opposition together with Junts.
– Although the motion carries no legal obligation or binding force, it delivers a significant political blow. It demonstrates that a clear majority in the Congress, including former supporters, now views the legislature as finished and considers that he should leave office. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/congreso-vota-mayoria-absoluta-que-sanchez-dimita-someta-cuestion-confianza_202606256a3d2146c7a2892f04a30692.html

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Opposition leader Feijóo demands that Sánchez accept the Congress vote and resign– “Continuing to govern is not democratic”: {Trans, summary}
– Alberto Núñez Feijóo has increased the pressure on the Prime Minister after Congress approved a motion from the People’s Party (PP) on Thursday urging Sánchez to submit to a vote of confidence and assume political responsibility by resigning for the corruption cases affecting the PSOE and its associates.
– The leader of the People’s Party (PP) stopped to speak to the media as he left the plenary session and declared the vote “historic.” “It’s an unprecedented vote, because what has been voted on, by an absolute majority of the House, is that the Prime Minister should resign!”
– Along these lines, he stressed that it was the same Chamber that granted him confidence as Prime Minister during the investiture, which “has just formally requested his resignation.”
– “We are therefore facing a very serious decision after a debate on corruption that is personally plaguing the president, as well as his government and his party, and has resulted in an absolute majority calling for the president’s resignation. Any democrat, any European prime minister, must abide by the will and decision of the chamber,” he stated. {Not regarding a non-binding motion they don’t. -Ed.}
– The Popular Party leader concluded his remarks by asserting that “from now on, Sánchez is acting against the absolute majority in Congress.” “Attempting to continue governing with an explicit majority against him is undemocratic,” he declared.
– It should be noted that the vote has no legally binding effect, meaning that Congress cannot force Sánchez to submit to this procedure.
Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/feijoo-exige-sanchez-que-acepte-votacion-congreso-dimita-seguir-gobernando-democratico_202606256a3d3706abcaef0cd1257a6b.html & Video Link

ANDALUCÍA

An alert has been declared in Pulpí (Almería) due to the West Nile virus: {Trans, summary}
– The General Directorate of Public Health of the Andalusian Regional Government has declared the municipality of Pulpí (Almería) an area on alert due to the circulation of West Nile Virus (WNV), after carrier mosquitoes were detected in a trap located less than 1,500 meters from the town centre. According to a statement from the Regional Government, this is the first detection of the virus this year in the Andalusian Autonomous Community.
– The measure activates the Comprehensive Surveillance and Vector Control Program, which requires intensified entomological, animal, and human surveillance in the area for a minimum of four weeks or until further circulation is detected.
– Despite this entomological finding, the weekly Health report confirms that, to date, no cases of West Nile fever have been diagnosed in humans in Andalusia this year, following laboratory tests on 184 individuals and screening of 68 patients with viral meningitis. The virus has also not been detected in equines or in the 142 wild birds analyzed in the region. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/andalucia/almeria/declaran-alerta-pulpi-almeria-virus-nilo_202606256a3d053a95cc61359cdd73da.html

NERJA

UPDATE: Elderly man drowns at La Torrecilla beach, Nerja:
– An 80-year-old man (some sources say he was 70yrs old) drowned at one of the most popular beaches in Nerja and the Axarquía area, La Torrecilla, on Wednesday afternoon. Several bathers reported seeing a person floating very close to the shore in front of a restaurant at 5:15pm. The body remained on the beach until 8:36pm.
– According to eyewitnesses, the man was on the beach accompanied by a caregiver, who had left him on the sand moments before the incident. The victim was found in the water wearing trousers and a shirt, but no shoes or swimming trunks.
– According to sources, the deceased was a resident of Nerja named Manuel U. A. The man had no identification on him, only a pendant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/nerja…

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Vélez-Málaga welcomes some of the best domino players in Andalusia for tournament: {Trans, summary}
– Pairs from across Andalusia will compete next Sunday, June 28th, in one of the most prestigious domino tournaments in the province. Vélez-Málaga will host another high-profile sporting event. The 28th “City of Vélez-Málaga” Domino Tournament will bring together the best players of the sport at the People Food and Drink restaurant on Rafael Alberti Street in the town.
– The tournament will begin at 10am, with registration remaining open until half an hour before the start. “It will be a seven-game Swiss system tournament, with Group B starting from the fifth round,” explained Miguel Pérez. The entry fee is €60 per pair and includes lunch for participants. For more information and registration, please call 609142955. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/velez-malaga-recibe-a-algunos…
Town Hall announcement: https://www.velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=noticias&id=8713#lightbox[item-8713]/0/

ALMUÑÉCAR

Almuñécar health center installs a high-precision three-dimensional mammograph: {Trans, summary}
– It is a 3D digital tomosynthesis device, an advanced imaging diagnostic technique that considerably increases the precision in the early detection of breast cancer, also avoiding the travel of patients to the Santa Ana de Motril Hospital. The incorporation of this mammograph device to the breast pathology consultation at the Almuñécar health center represents a “technological and quality leap” in the care provided in this town on the Costa Tropical, according to the manager of the AGS Sur de Granada, Maximiliano Ocete.
– The new equipment allows three-dimensional images of the mammary gland to be obtained through multiple low-dose projections, a technology that significantly improves the ability to detect lesions, especially in dense breasts. In addition, it reduces the possibility of false positives as well as unnecessary citations for complementary tests. Thanks to digital tomosynthesis or three-dimensional mammography, radiologists can examine the breast ‘layer by layer’, which facilitates the identification of nodules or alterations that in conventional two-dimensional mammography could be hidden by overlapping tissues. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/granada/centro-salud-almunecar…

RONDA

The Fair and Festivals of San Pedro and Corpus in Arriate: {Trans, summary}
– The Fair and Festivals of San Pedro and Corpus in Arriate, Malaga, run from Friday, 26 June thru Monday, 29 June, with attractions, inflatable water castles, concerts and parades. Friday opens with a floats parade at 21.00 from Ermita de las Casas Nuevas, accompanied by music and children’s events, followed by the official inauguration at 22.30 with queen proclamations and Alma Joven Orchestra. Saturday features a free Water Party with inflatable castles at 17.00, a flamenco dress raffle, De Jerez pa Jerez concert, Quinteto Obsesion, Las Carlotas and an Old Reggaeton Night. Sunday includes a daytime fair from 13.30, a snack at the old people’s residence and evening performances. Monday brings the Corpus Christi procession and a copla concert. Tuesday is Children’s Day with attractions at 2.50 euros. See full program at the FB link.
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/06/25/fiesta-agua…
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EUROPE

Britain breaks June temperature record as deadly heatwave grips Europe:
– The temperature in Britain hit a record high for June on Thursday as large parts of Western Europe were in the grip of a deadly early summer heatwave that has killed dozens, disrupted power supplies, and shut schools and cultural landmarks.
– Paris endured another sweltering day after temperatures in the French capital hit a June record of 40.9 degrees Celsius (105.6 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday. The peak on Thursday was just under 40 C at Parc Montsouris in the south of the city.
– Temperatures reached 36.4 C in southwest England on Thursday, provisionally making it the hottest June day recorded in Britain, surpassing a record set just a day earlier, the Met Office said.
– The Met Office extended a red heat alert into Friday for a large area of southern England, the first time such warnings have been issued for three days in a row. A similar warning was issued for the Netherlands for Friday. Germany, Austria, Italy and the Czech Republic face a torrid few days as temperatures are forecast to soar further east and south. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/europeans…

UK

“We’ve actually got to replace the people that are really running things,” says former UK PM Lizz Truss:
– Former UK PM Lizz Truss warns that a “blob” of unelected bureaucrats is running the UK from behind the scenes, above the level of prime minister. She advocates dismantling the current system by building a movement to remove this unaccountable bureaucratic class.
– “We have an elite in this country that believe in open borders. They believe in Net Zero. They believe in woke ideology like transgender ideology. They don’t care what people think.”
– “We need to build a movement that is actually going to change not just the political layer in this country, but the entire bureaucratic class, the BBC, the mainstream media. It all needs to change.”
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THE AMERICAS

Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 164 with many more feared dead:
– Two powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000.
Rescuers are searching through rubble in Caracas and the nearby coastal city of La Guaira. People could be heard calling for help from under the debris of damaged buildings.
– The first 7.2-magnitude quake was followed seconds later by an even stronger 7.5-magnitude one, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS), with both occurring close to the surface, making destruction more severe.
– The first earthquake – centred 20.3km below the surface – struck at 18:04 local time (22:04 GMT) on Wednesday. The second struck close by at a depth of 10km, according to USGS data. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjegdqw5d3yo

WORLD

Venezuela, Japan & US Struck With Earthquakes Within Hours– On Camera:
– Multiple powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, Japan, and the United States within hours. Venezuela was hit hardest with a rare double quake, a 7.2 magnitude foreshock followed just 39 seconds later by a massive 7.5 magnitude mainshock, causing building collapses and widespread damage in Caracas.
– Shortly after, a strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in Japan. Meanwhile, a 5.6 magnitude quake rattled Northern California in the US.
– This video brings you dramatic on-camera footage from all three events, timelines of what happened, and the latest updates on damage and casualties. Video Link

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TECH

Apple raises prices of MacBooks, iPads as memory costs skyrocket:
– Apple raised iPad and MacBook prices on Thursday, saying it could no longer shield customers from soaring memory and storage chip costs driven by the AI industry’s datacenter buildout. The move does not affect Apple’s main cash cow, the iPhone. But it would take starting price of the Neo – ‌its lowest priced laptop aimed at winning marketshare from affordable Windows and Chromebook laptops – from $599 to $699 months after launch.
– Apple hiked the price of a MacBook Air with 512 gigabytes of storage to $1,299 from $1,099, while the MacBook Pro with 1 terabyte of storage rose to $1,999 from $1,699, according to updated prices on its website. The iPad Air with 128 gigabytes of storage rose from $599 to $749, among other changes. Apple also raised prices for both versions of its HomePod smart speaker and Apple TV set-top box.
– Analysts expect Apple to increase iPhone prices in the coming months and said the latest hike could prompt some potential buyers to advance their purchase decisions. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/apple-raises…

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– Enjoy jazz in Vélez-Málaga every Wednesday throughout the summer
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/velezmalaga-brings-best-20260624111006-nt.html
– Spain opens Imserso applications for bargain 50-euro holiday scheme for more than 7,000 retirees. Applicants have until 10 July to submit their documents for the 2026-2027 travel programme
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/spain-opens-applications-for-bargain-50euro-holiday-20260622162605-nt.html
– First Malaga SohoARTE festival brings culture closer. The programme on 27 June includes free workshops, storytelling & exhibitions in the Soho district in Malaga
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/first-malaga-sohoarte…
– Rincón de la Victoria’s annual traditional fishing boat race, the “Gran Premio de la Liga Provincial de Jábegas / Copa Pepe Almoguera” takes place Saturday 27 June
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/head-rincon-victoria-for-its-annual-traditional-20260624161113-nt.html
– Ancient bronze chariot discovered at Tartessian site of Turuñuelo. 6th-century BC vessel featuring the Greek god Achelous has been unearthed in Spain alongside luxury ivory and Egyptian imports {pic}
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SPAIN

Sánchez’s partners are asking him to stop the “whataboutism” tactics, while Junts is demanding his resignation so that Congress can elect a new president: {Trans, summary}
– Pedro Sanchez’s own investiture partners delivered a torrent of sharp rebukes in Congress, demanding he step aside amid mounting corruption scandals engulfing the PSOE.
– Previous allies criticised his refusal to show self-criticism after the Supreme Court’s severe conviction of his former deputy Jose Luis Abalos, accusing him of clinging to “and you more” tactics by deflecting to old Popular Party corruption cases. Junts went furthest, with Miriam Nogueras urging: “Stand aside and let this parliament put in someone who does have the capacity to fulfil with Catalonia and with the Catalans.” She suggested his own side would soon demand the same. The PNV’s Maribel Vaquero declared the investiture majority “has weakened until it has become a negative majority” and reproached Sanchez for failing to assume responsibilities. {The coalition of parties that enabled Sánchez’s investiture has collapsed. While those parties may still not be ready to actively bring him down together (e.g. via a motion of no confidence with the PP), they no longer form a reliable bloc in favour of the government. The government is now surviving only because the opposition is fragmented — a classic fragile “negative majority” situation. -Ed.}
– ERC’s Gabriel Rufian questioned if Sanchez “has sin”, asking: “Did you know something? Have you stolen?” and warned the explanations “arrive late and badly”. Podemos leader Ione Belarra bluntly stated Sanchez’s “cycle has finished” and he must “give way” due to irreparable damage. Partners urged concrete action but signalled his weakened position, with many implying he should resign to unblock the situation. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-socios-sanchez-le-piden-dejar-tu-mas-mientras-junts-reclama-que-dimita-para-que-congreso-elija-un-nuevo-presidente_7006114_0.html

In related news…

Sánchez denies “widespread corruption”, rules out taking responsibility and attacks the opposition declaring “How can we not continue?”:
– Despite his investiture partners demanding he step aside amid the corruption scandals, Pedro Sanchez defiantly refused to resign or call early elections. Instead of showing self-criticism, he denied widespread corruption in the PSOE, attacked political and media actors for creating a false image, and insisted “the question is not if we must continue, but how we are not going to continue”. He trod lightly over the 24-year prison sentence of his former number two, Jose Luis Abalos, while promising to “clean whatever has to be cleaned” yet offering no concrete measures to purge those responsible or hold anyone to account.
– Sanchez spent considerable time defending his wife and brother against what he called a pattern of “harassment and demolition”, and lashed out at the right rather than addressing his allies’ rebukes. His partners, who enabled his investiture, have now signalled the loss of their confidence, yet Sanchez clings to power, claiming only a progressive government can fight corruption. This stubborn refusal to accept accountability further highlights his weakened position and the urgent calls for him to resign. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez-niega-corrupcion-generalizada-descarta-asumir-responsabilidades-como-no-vamos-continuar_7006040_0.html & Video Link

Still more heat on Pedro…

PP president Feijóo accuses Sánchez of being the “corrupting link” in all the schemes and criticizes his “arrogance”– “What is he still doing in his seat?”: {Trans, summary}
– Even as his investiture partners demand he step aside amid relentless corruption scandals, Pedro Sanchez clings desperately to power. Opposition leader Alberto Nunez Feijoo {pic} branded him the “corrupting link” of every plot surrounding the PSOE and asked pointedly: “What is he still doing in the seat of President of the Government?” Feijoo declared that every day Sanchez delays elections is “an aggression to the Spanish nation” and accused him of showing only “arrogance” and a desire to “stretch out the minutes of the rubbish of this legislature”. He warned Sanchez’s former partners that they are now “accomplices” who will become “collateral damage” if they continue supporting him. Feijoo dismissed Sanchez’s lengthy defence as full of “victimhood” and directly confronted his refusal to resign: “Does continuing to commit offences refer to what you mean?” He concluded bluntly that “the corruption is you” and that Sanchez “has no authority, nor credibility nor decency to remain in that seat”. The growing isolation, including from those who enabled his investiture, foretells dark days ahead for Sanchez. Photo: Feijóo holds list of 19 Sanchez related scandals. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/feijoo-acusa-sanchez-ser-nexo-corruptor-todas-las-tramas-critica-su-soberbia-que-hace-todavia-escano_7006062_0.html

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Begoña Gómez hands over her passport at the courthouse by order of Judge Peinado: {Trans, summary}
– Begoña Gómez, wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, surrendered her passport at 6pm this Wednesday at the Plaza de Castilla courthouse in Madrid as part of the precautionary measures related to the jury trial she faces. The decision was made by Judge Juan Carlos Peinado, who ordered this measure for the processing of the legal proceedings against her.
– Begoña Gómez’s defence team has requested that the higher court overturn not only the retention of her passport, but also the other two precautionary measures imposed by Judge Peinado. These measures include a travel ban preventing her from leaving Spain and the obligation to appear in court every two weeks to sign in. As this has yet to be ruled on, Gomez, and her assistant who is also charged in the case, surrendered their passports. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/espana/begona-gomez-entrega-pasaporte-orden-juez-peinado-juzgado/202606241820503412405.html

ANDALUCÍA

The investiture debate for Juanma Moreno will take place on June 29th and 30th: {Trans, summary}
– Juanma Moreno lacks the necessary support to secure victory in his investiture as president of the Andalusian government. With only 53 seats from the May elections he falls short of the 55 votes required for an absolute majority in the first ballot scheduled for 29 June. At present neither Vox nor the left-wing groups offer any backing, even by abstention, despite ongoing talks with Vox that have not yet produced results. This absence of alliances leaves Moreno unable to win on the initial vote.
– A second ballot would follow 48 hours later needing only a simple majority, but failure there would trigger two months of repeated votes. {If all opposition parties vote against him in a second vote, the 53 PP votes would face a clear majority of no votes (likely around 56 votes against, assuming full attendance). In that scenario, Moreno would fall short even on a simple majority. See additional ref. -Ed.}
– After a failure of a second vote, a two-month period begins, counted from the date of the first vote. During these two months further investiture votes can be held repeatedly. Any candidate (not just Moreno) can be proposed and voted on in this window. If, after the full two months have passed, no candidate has managed to win the necessary support and gain the confidence of the Parliament, then the law automatically triggers new regional elections in Andalusia. Parliament would be dissolved and new elections would be called 54 days later.
– The current impasse threatens to delay formation of a stable government well into July or beyond. This would obstruct timely work on the 2027 budget, which needs to be ready for implementation on 1 January, and would prolong political uncertainty and deadlock for Andalusia following the recent elections. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/debate-investidura-juanma-moreno-sera-los-dias-29-30-junio_7006180_0.html
Additional ref: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2026/06/24/juanma-moreno-pone-fecha-limite-131748544.html

MALAGA CITY

Malaga Fair 2026 will be held from August 15 to 22: {Trans, summary}
– The start will take place on the night of August 14 to 15, with the fireworks. Almost all events, street parties, and casetas (party tents) are completely free to enter, with food and drink available for purchase
– How the Feria de Málaga actually works…
DAYS
Feria de Día (Day Fair): Starting at around 1PM in the streets and squares of the historic center (Calle Larios, Plaza de la Constitución, etc.) music, dancing, casetas, and street atmosphere. Official closing time: 6PM. At that hour the music stops in public spaces. This is a municipal rule to respect residents and control noise.
NIGHTS
Feria de Noche (Night Fair / Main Fairground): At the Real de Cortijo de Torres (the big fairground outside the center).
This is where the big rides, most casetas, concerts, and nightlife happen. It stays open much later, usually until 2–4AM depending on the day.
PILGRIMAGE (ROMERÍA)
– The Pilgrimage (Romería): Takes place on the morning of opening day, Saturday, 15 August.
10:00 AM: Pilgrims, traditional horse-drawn carriages (enganches), and horsemen gather at the Paseo del Parque.
11:30 AM: The procession officially sets off, cutting through the historic city center toward the Sanctuary of La Victoria (Basílica Santuario de Santa María de la Victoria).
Arrival: Upon arrival, pilgrims present a traditional floral offering to the Virgin of Victory, the patron saint of Malaga
– This day/night split is traditional in Málaga: people enjoy the center during the day (with horses, flamenco dresses, etc.) and then move to the fairground at night.The 6 PM limit in the center has been in place for several years for noise and resident complaints reasons. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/feria-de-malaga/2026/03/10/fechas-feria-malaga-2026-agosto-127777037.html

TORROX

Socialist Municipal Group of Torrox deeply regrets the outcome of the Extraordinary Plenary Session– “The mayor preferred to talk about everything except the cleanliness of Torrox”: {Trans, summary}
– Torrox faces severe problems with street cleaning and waste collection, including overflowing bins, damaged facilities and accumulated dirt, prompting constant resident complaints. Socialists called an extraordinary council meeting to scrutinise a cleaning contract costing nearly €6 million annually and to demand solutions from the mayor.
– Instead of addressing deficiencies, breaches or unpaid services, the mayor diverted debate to unrelated topics such as goats, suits, friendships, and issues that had nothing to do with the cleanliness of Torrox. The Popular Party rejected a serious evaluation of the service.
– Socialists stressed their focus is not political confrontation but improving this essential service through better monitoring, planning and contract enforcement. “The residents don’t want excuses or distractions. They want to know why they are paying millions of euros for a service that is clearly not delivering the results Torrox deserves,” Socialist spokesperson Mari Nieves Ramírez stated. They recognise workers’ efforts while urging accountability to ensure public money delivers cleaner streets. Torrox, they say, deserves a government that confronts issues directly rather than avoiding them. Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/mari-nieves-ramirez-el-alcalde-prefirio-hablar-de-todo-menos-de-la-limpieza-de-torrox/

NERJA

An elderly man drowns at La Torrecilla beach in Nerja: {Trans}
– An 80-year-old man drowned on Wednesday at La Torrecilla beach in Nerja, one of the town’s most popular beaches during the summer. The alarm was raised around 5:15 p.m. after several bathers spotted a person floating near the shore, according to Eugenio Cabezas in DiarioSUR.
– Lifeguards pulled the man from the water and began CPR on the sand, but were unable to save his life. Paramedics, local police, and the Civil Guard also arrived at the scene. The Civil Guard has taken over the investigation to determine the circumstances of the incident. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/un-anciano-muere-ahogado-en-la-playa-nerjena-de-la-torrecilla/

ALMUÑÉCAR

A young man died in Almuñécar after falling from a balcony early Wednesday morning: {Trans}
– The San Juan festivities had a tragedy in Almuñécar. Around 8am, a young man of about 18 years of age and of foreign origin lost his life after falling from a balcony near the Paseo del Altillo. Local police and Civil Guard officers were immediately dispatched to the scene. The Judicial Police have taken over the investigation, and the body has been removed to determine the cause of death. Source & photo: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/fallece-un-joven-en-almunecar-al-precipitarse-desde-un-balcon-a-primera-hora-de-la-manana/

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A Ritual Killing On The Summer Solstice? Man found dead at stone circle summer solstice event ‘killed in most brutal way’:
– A 26-year-old man has been killed ‘in the most brutal way’ after his body was found at a historic stone circle during a summer solstice event. A murder investigation has been launched after emergency services were called to the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in Stanton Lees in Derbyshire on Monday.
– The man, who was pronounced dead, has not been formally identified but his family have been made aware. Officers have described his killing as ‘brutal’ and have urged anyone who was in the area for summer solstice celebrations to come forward.
– Nine Ladies Stone Circle is considered a sacred site by Pagans, with modern groups conducting rituals at the site, including weddings and the celebration of seasons. It dates back to the early Bronze Age stone circle ‘traditionally believed to depict nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday’.
– Detective Inspector Tony Owen said: “I am urgently appealing for anyone who attended the summer solstice event over the weekend to please speak to officers as soon as they can. A young man’s life has been taken in the most brutal way so it is vital that myself and the team build up a clear picture of the exact circumstances surrounding his death.” Full article: https://metro.co.uk/2026/06/24/man-found-dead-stone-circle-summer-solstice-event-killed-brutal-way-28905617/

THE AMERICAS

Central & South America intensify their shift to the right with the victories of Espriella and Fujimori- “We are in a historic cycle change in the region”: {Trans, summary}
– The Americas have swung sharply to the right, with right-wing victories across Latin America confirming a broad conservative wave. Abelardo de la Espriella’s win in Colombia adds to recent triumphs by Rodrigo Paz in Bolivia, Jose Antonio Kast in Chile, Nasry Asfura in Honduras, Daniel Noboa’s re-election in Ecuador and Javier Milei’s legislative success in Argentina. Keiko Fujimori is also poised to win in Peru.
– These leaders, often echoing Trump, Milei or Bukele, offer tough measures on insecurity and immigration, plus economic policies to shrink the State. The shift responds to failures of prior left-wing governments to tackle key problems, fuelling voter dissatisfaction. Direct US influence under Trump, including financial aid and public endorsements, has boosted several campaigns. From Alaska to Ushuaia, right-wing governments now dominate, leaving only a few centrist or left outliers. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/america-intensifica-su-giro-derecha-con-los-triunfos-espriella-fujimori-estamos-un-cambio-ciclo-historico-region_7005996_0.html

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SPAIN

Last Rat Off The Sinking Ship Attempts To Use Life Preserver He Can’t Pay For, Then Tries To Make It Sound Like A Good Thing: {Trans, summary}
– The Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, stated on Tuesday his intention to remain in office “despite all the difficulties and obstacles along the way “in order to “improve people’s lives”.
– This was stated one day after the Supreme Court sentenced former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos to 24 years in prison, his former advisor Koldo García to 19 years, and businessman Víctor de Aldama to four and a half years for irregularities in the purchase of masks during the pandemic.
– “Today is a day to remember why it’s worthwhile to dedicate oneself to public service. To those who ask why this government wants to continue despite all the difficulties and obstacles, the answer is to improve people’s lives,” Sánchez argued at an event focused on announcing an extra allocation of 2.218 billion euros for long-term care, amidst renewed calls for his resignation from the opposition.
{Sánchez is already in trouble for misappropriating EU recovery funds to pay pensions; Congress is currently debating how to fix that scandal. He simply does not have the funds for this new long-term care plan, unless he redirects money already allotted to other projects, as he has neglected to pass a national budget since 2023. Another ridiculous ‘Royal Decree’ with King Pedro again robbing Peter to pay Paul, and he’s too afraid of failure to let Congress vote on it. -Ed.}
– The Prime Minister has announced that a royal decree-law will be approved at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, representing the “largest investment in long-term care in the country’s democratic history.” He stated that this decision makes Tuesday one of those days that reminds us “why it is worthwhile to dedicate ourselves to public service.”
– However, Podemos leader Ione Belarra asserted on Tuesday that Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is “no longer fit” to govern and described the current situation as unsustainable following the conviction of former Socialist minister José Luis Ábalos. “We cannot continue like this, this situation is absolutely unsustainable,” he said at a press conference in Congress, where he pointed out that the sentence against Ábalos, previously Pedro’s right-hand man, condemned to more than 24 years in prison for bribes in mask contracts, is “final”. {Actually, Ábalos’s lawyer has already stated he may seek to get the conviction overturned in the Constitutional Court or EU courts, a very expensive proposition for Ábalos, who claims he cannot afford his current legal expenses. Wonder who’s going to pay for that? -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez-se-reafirma-seguir-ejecutivo-pese-las-dificultades-las-piedras-camino_7005611_0.html

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The Government sets the minimum age for driving electric scooters at 15 years and mandates the use of helmets: {Trans, summary}
– The Government has approved changes to the General Traffic Regulations aimed at improving protection for vulnerable road users. The reform sets a minimum age of 15 for operating personal mobility vehicles (PMVs), such as electric scooters, and makes helmet use compulsory, bringing them into line with cyclists. The reform also requires moped users to wear approved helmets rather than merely certified ones. Professional motorcycle delivery riders must wear reflective vests at all times.
– The new rules also require motorcycle and moped riders, as well as passengers, to wear protective gloves on interurban roads and closed footwear on all roads.
– The reform was approved by the Council of Ministers on Tuesday and will take effect on 1 October, except for the requirement that moped users wear approved helmets, which will come into force on 1 October 2027.
***Personal Mobility Vehicles***
– PMV users must be at least 15 years old, wear a helmet and use a reflective vest at night or in poor visibility. Delivery riders using scooters must wear both items at all times. Failure to comply may result in a €200 fine. Scooters must keep their lights switched on at all times. Outside urban areas, they may use routes separated from motor traffic, including cycle tracks and cycle lanes.
***Bicycles***
– Cyclists must wear helmets on interurban roads. Professional riders working by bicycle, such as delivery couriers, must always wear both a helmet and a reflective vest in urban areas. Breaching either requirement may result in a serious offence carrying a €200 fine.
– Motorists overtaking cyclists must reduce their speed by at least 20 km/h below the road’s speed limit. On roads with more than one lane in each direction, drivers must move fully into the adjacent lane and maintain a minimum lateral distance of 1.5 metres. In urban areas, cyclists are encouraged to ride near the centre of their lane for greater safety. Drivers travelling behind them in the same lane must leave at least five metres of space.
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– Motorcycle and moped riders and passengers must wear protective gloves on interurban roads and closed footwear on all roads. Non-compliance is classified as a serious offence punishable by a €200 fine. Motorcycles may use the hard shoulder during traffic congestion, provided speeds do not exceed 30 km/h and the section is properly signposted.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/gobierno-fija-15-anos-edad-minima-para-conducir-patinetes-electricos-uso-obligatorio-casco_7005666_0.html

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King Felipe VI calls for continued faith in democracy during “these dark days”: {Trans, summary}
– King Felipe VI on Wednesday launched a strong defence of democracy and international cooperation at a time marked by increasing geopolitical fragmentation, armed conflicts, and a decline in trust in institutions. During his address at the Club of Madrid’s Annual Policy Dialogue, the monarch warned of the risks of abandoning the consensus built after World War II and called for continued faith in the democratic system, “especially in these dark times.”
– The head of state warned that the current international context is testing principles that for decades were considered firmly established. In this regard, he recalled that the international community already knows the consequences of straying “from the path of reason” and appealed to everyone not to forget the lessons learned from the great conflicts of the 20th century. King Felipe VI argued that the world is experiencing an unprecedented paradox. In his view, there has never been such a high level of interdependence between countries, and yet the temptation to isolate oneself with national solutions in the face of challenges with a global dimension has never been so strong.
– The monarch pointed out that problems such as health security, the climate crisis, ocean protection, food security, and technological challenges cannot be solved from a single capital. Therefore, he advocated for strengthening international cooperation mechanisms rather than weakening them.
– Much of his speech focused on defending democracy as a tool for building consensus in a context of increasing political polarization. King Felipe VI warned of the erosion of public trust and the emergence of discourses that prioritize efficiency over democratic legitimacy or private interests over rights and freedoms. In contrast, he reaffirmed the capacity of democratic systems to generate trust, accountability, and institutional stability. “When trust has eroded,” the King noted, “it becomes even more important to preserve those mechanisms that allow for reaching agreements and guaranteeing coexistence.” Source, Spanish: https://www.vozpopuli.com/espana/politica/felipe-vi-hace-un-llamamiento-para-seguir-confiando-en-la-democracia-en-estos-dias-oscuros.html

ANDALUCÍA

Andalusia records the highest and lowest temperatures in the country, with Andújar exceeding 45 degrees: {Trans, summary}
– Andalusia recorded the highest temperatures in all of Spain last Monday, June 23, with readings exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in several locations. This situation is due to a heat wave that particularly affected the province of Jaén, where the municipality of Andújar reached a record high of 45.1 degrees Celsius.
– Andújar (Jaén) recorded the highest temperatures in the country, followed by Bailén, also in Jaén, which registered 44.2 degrees Celsius, while Montoro, in Córdoba, came in third with 43.5 degrees. These temperatures surpassed those of other municipalities in the country, such as Lleida and Quinto (Zaragoza), with 42.9 degrees, and Herrera del Duque (Badajoz), which reached 41.8 degrees.
– Regarding the lowest high temperatures, Cabo de Gata (Almería) led the way with 31.5 degrees, followed by the Almería airport station with 30.3 degrees.
– Andalusian municipalities Cazorla, Jaén city, Carboneras, and Ronda (Málaga), recorded the highest nighttime low-temperatures, with values ranging between 27.3 and 28.7 degrees.
– Nationwide, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) confirmed that the heatwave caused temperatures to exceed 40 degrees Celsius at 101 out of 828 weather stations on Monday, June 22. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/total-101-828-estaciones-aemet-registraron-lunes-40oc-mas-treintena-25oc/202606231137293410522.html

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Moreno’s Huge Flip-Flop, said there was no hurry, now wants investiture hearing ASAP: {Trans, summary}
– Juanma Moreno {pic, left} has urged Parliament President Jesús Aguirre {pic, right} to hold the investiture session as quickly as possible, claiming that Andalucía “does not have a minute to lose” because work on the 2027 budget must begin immediately.
– This marks a notable change in tone. Previously, Moreno argued that there was no rush, political negotiations should be allowed to take all the time necessary, yet he is now pressing for speed and urgency once his own re-election appears secured. The shift raises questions about whether the timetable is being driven more by political convenience than by administrative necessity.
– The urgency comes as the PP’s agreement with Vox is reportedly almost complete. With the PP holding 53 seats and Vox 15, the two parties comfortably exceed the 55-seat threshold needed for an absolute majority. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/juanma-moreno-pide-parlamento-convoque_0_2007159722.html

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Vox says it “still” does not have an agreement with the PP in Andalucia: {Trans, summary}
– PP spokesperson Manuel Gavira has contradicted claims that a PP-Vox agreement is already complete, stating that negotiations continue and that no deal has yet been reached, despite near-daily discussions between the two parties and inaccurate announcements from the PP.
– A central theme is the dispute over timing. Gavira criticised what he described as a sudden change of attitude by the PP. He noted that the PP waited twelve days before contacting Vox after the election and previously insisted on moving slowly. Now, according to Gavira, the same party is pushing for a rapid investiture process and acting with urgency.
– Vox argues that its priority is not speed but securing what it considers a satisfactory agreement. Gavira suggested that pressure linked to the investiture timetable would not influence his party’s negotiating position. Despite the disagreement over pace, he acknowledged that talks remain constructive and indicated that any eventual agreement is likely to resemble PP-Vox arrangements already reached in other Spanish regions. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/vox-asegura-todavia-no-acuerdo_0_2007160503.html

MALAGA CITY

As if having hospital staff living in campers wasn’t bad enough, now they want to charge them €100/mo parking fees!: {Trans, summary}
– CCOO and hospital staff representatives in Málaga protested {pic} against the planned privatisation of parking at the Civil and Maternal and Child hospitals, demanding its immediate suspension. The demonstration, supported by workers and patients, opposes a model that turns a public service into a private business.
– Unions criticise new parking charges exceeding €1 per hour for users and around €100 per month for staff, describing this as a burden affecting both workers and patients. Protest slogans rejected the perceived commercialisation of healthcare. Environmental concerns were also raised, including the felling of 700 trees to build the new car park, replacing green areas with asphalt. CCOO warns of ongoing protests unless the concession is reversed and affordable public parking is ensured. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-local/protesta-cesa-privatizacion-parking-hospital-civil-tarifazo-100-euros-mes/202606221712003410006.html

TORROX

A man is seriously injured after a quad bike accident in El Morche: {Trans, summary}
– A 74-year-old man was seriously injured on Tuesday after suffering an accident with a quad bike in El Morche. The accident occurred around 2:00 p.m. on C/ Santiago, when the driver lost control of the vehicle for reasons that are still unknown and are being investigated by the authorities.
– The quad bike crashed into a vehicle parked on the road. The injured man is a foreign national residing on a farm in Torrox, although no further details about his identity have been released at this time.
– As a result of the accident, the driver suffered multiple injuries and had to be initially treated by the health services that travelled to the scene of the accident. Due to the severity of his injuries, a medical helicopter was dispatched to evacuate him to a hospital. No further information has been released regarding his medical condition. The intervention of the emergency teams forced the temporary closure of the old N-340, at kilometer 280, in order to facilitate the air evacuation of the injured person. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/un-hombre-resulta-herido-grave-tras-sufrir-un-accidente-con-un-quad-en-el-morche/

FRIGILIANA

Car crashes into busy Frigiliana restaurant terrace injuring seven people, article with live video of the crash: {Trans, summary}
– Shock in the tourist heart of Frigiliana after multiple people are run over this Monday afternoon on the terrace of the Virtudes Restaurant and an ice cream parlour, in the surroundings of the old town, which at that time was full of customers, with about twenty tables full of food and drink dishes.
– The event occurred at around 7.30 p.m., when a car ran over several people who were sitting on the terrace next to the road, on a platform, after knocking down two bollards, according to several citizens alerting the emergency service. The health services have confirmed that up to seven people were injured: two minors aged 5 and 14, three women aged 48, 79 and 45 and two men aged 44 and 77. All were transferred to the Axarquía Hospital, except for the 14-year-old who was transferred to the Nerja health center.
– As SUR has learned, the vehicle involved was a white Peugeot driven by a woman, a 47-year-old neighbour who, apparently, had suffered an epileptic seizure and lost control of the car when she was driving on the lower section of San Sebastián Street. Source, with live video of the crash, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/heridos-atropello-terraza-bar-frigiliana-20260622215055-nt.html & Video Link

LA HERRADURA

Construction begins on the DAIA Slow Beach Hotel La Herradura, the first five-star hotel on the Costa Tropica: {Trans, summary}
– Almuñécar mayor Juan José Ruiz Joya attended the foundation stone ceremony for the DAIA Slow Beach Hotel La Herradura, the municipality’s first five-star hotel. The project, valued at more than €14 million, is described as one of the most important tourism developments on the Costa Tropical in recent decades.
– Construction is expected to take 36 months and forecasts indicate the creation of more than 100 direct jobs, together with additional indirect employment in hospitality, retail, services and maintenance.
– The hotel will have 220 beachfront rooms, wellness facilities, gardens, leisure areas, swimming pools, a spa and underground parking. Local officials said the development would strengthen the area’s tourism offer while preserving the character and identity of La Herradura. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/comienzan-las-obras-del-daia-slow-beach-hotel-la-herradura-el-primer-cinco-estrellas-de-la-costa-tropical/

MOTRIL

The central Paseo de las Explanadas in Motril reopens: {Trans, summary}
– The central Paseo de las Explanadas in Motril has reopened to the public after the completion of renovations and the replacement of defective paving stones.
– The Paseo de las Explanadas is one of the city’s most important and emblematic spaces, a meeting place and historic promenade, and one of Motril’s most popular recreational areas. Therefore, the City Council deemed it necessary to carry out a renovation, as the last major work had not been done since the 1980s. The aim was to achieve a significant transformation of the space, maintaining the boulevard’s original structure while introducing important improvements in accessibility, design, paving, street furniture, and landscaping. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/reabre-el-centrico-paseo-de-las-explanadas-de-motril-tras-la-sustitucion-de-las-losetas-defectuosas/

UKRAINE WAR

Russia targets Ukrainian logistics in Zaporizhzhia amid Kyiv’s attacks on Crimea: {Trans, summary}
– Since the weekend, Russia has been carrying out a massive campaign of air strikes against bridges, truck fleets, gas stations and other Ukrainian logistical targets in Zaporizhzhia, a city in southeastern Ukraine located a few dozen kilometres from the front and which is key for the supply and movement of troops of the Kyiv forces in southern Ukraine.
– The intensification of Russian attacks in this area using drones, missiles, and guided aerial bombs coincides with increasingly devastating attacks by Ukrainian medium-range drones against Russian logistics in the occupied territories south of the city of Zaporizhzhia, in the southern part of the Donetsk region, and in Crimea, which aim to isolate the occupied peninsula from mainland Ukraine.
– The governor of the Zaporizhzhia region, Ivan Fedorov, has ordered the installation of nets over bridges to prevent drone strikes on these infrastructures. However, Russia also uses missiles and guided bombs, to which Ukraine is particularly vulnerable due to their launch method—from aircraft tens of kilometers away—and their enormous explosive power. On Saturday alone, Russian aircraft dropped a dozen bombs on Zaporizhzhia. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/internacional/rusia-ceba-logistica-ucraniana-zaporiyia-medio-ataques-kiev-crimea_202606236a3a6ddfc7a2892f04a05d8b.html

HEALTH

The Supreme Court upholds the right of close relatives to appeal the granting of euthanasia: {Trans, summary}
– The Supreme Court has recognized, through a ruling made public this Tuesday, the legitimacy to judicially appeal the granting of euthanasia to people with a “particularly close link with the applicant” for assisted death, provided they are part of their closest living circle, in a decision supported by 23 magistrates of the chamber against nine, who have expressed a dissenting opinion. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/actualidad/noticia-supremo-avala-familiares-cercanos-recurran-concesion-eutanasia-20260623191359.html

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Andalusia urgently needs 114 forest rangers: {Trans, summary}
– The Andalusian Regional Government, through the Andalusian Employment Service, has announced 114 urgent openings for forest rangers. Applications will only be accepted between June 23 and 25, 2026. The tasks, as explained in the announcement, include the surveillance and protection of mountains and natural areas and collaboration in the prevention of forest fires and environmental emergencies.
– The positions are distributed among the eight Andalusian provinces. There are 26 openings in Sevilla, 21 each in Granada and Jaén, 18 in Huelva, 13 in Córdoba, 7 in Almería, 5 in Málaga, and 3 in Cádiz. Those interested must register as job seekers with the Public Employment Services.
– Applicants for this job will need a level of education equal to or equivalent to compulsory secondary education (ESO), in addition to a type B driving license. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/andalucia-demanda-forma-urgente-114_0_2007159249.html

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DigameXtra No. 3270 Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026

On June 23, 2026June 22, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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SPAIN

The Supreme Court sentences Ábalos to 24 years in prison, Koldo to 19 years, and spares Aldama from prison: {Trans, summary}
– The Criminal Chamber of the Supreme Court has sentenced former minister José Luis Ábalos to 24 years and three months in prison for crimes of organized crime, bribery, embezzlement, and influence peddling.
– It also imposed a sentence of 19 years and eight months in prison on Koldo García for the same crimes, committed in the context of the events tried in the “face masks case.”
– Finally, the court established a four-and-a-half-year prison sentence for commission agent Víctor de Aldama, who cooperated with the prosecutors, although it suspended the execution of his sentence, meaning he will not have to serve time. The court stipulated that the maximum effective terms for José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García will be 16 and a half years and 15 years, respectively. Thus, the Criminal Chamber imposed sentences very similar to those requested by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office.
– The Second Chamber, presided over by Andrés Martínez Arrieta, issued an unanimous ruling, finding it proven that Ábalos and García rigged contracts to award the purchase of 13 million face masks to Soluciones de Gestión, a company linked to Víctor de Aldama. The Chamber also accepted as proven the various bribes received by the former Minister of Transport and his former advisor, including a monthly payment of €10,000 to the former minister. Furthermore, the Supreme Court found it proven that Ábalos and Koldo García placed two women, Jésica Rodríguez and Claudia Montes, in positions at the public companies Ineco, Tragsatec, and Logirail. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/supremo-condena-abalos-24-anos-prision-koldo-19-anos-ocho-meses-suspende-pena-aldama_6986254_0.html

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The General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) opens the door to disciplinary proceedings against Judge Peinado for suggesting that Begoña Gómez’s security detail could collaborate in her escape: {Trans, summary}
– The General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) has entrusted the disciplinary action officer with the decision to open disciplinary proceedings against investigating judge Juan Carlos Peinado, who is leading the investigation against Begoña Gómez, for stating in a court order that the National Police officers in charge of the Prime Minister’s wife’s security detail could contribute to her escape.
– Following the extraordinary meeting of the Standing Committee, it will ultimately be Ricardo Conde, the prosecutor in charge of the disciplinary action, who will decide whether Judge Peinado should be disciplined for committing a serious offence.
– In this case, Peinado faces a possible fine as a result of one of the paragraphs in the ruling he issued this Saturday.
In the paragraph that prosecutor Ricardo Conde is to analyze, Peinado suggests that the National Police officers assigned to escort Begoña Gómez could contribute to her escape. He does so in contrast to the arguments of Begoña Gómez’s lawyer, who argued in the session held last Monday that her position as the Prime Minister’s wife mitigated the risk of his client deciding to flee from justice.
– The controversial paragraph reads as follows: “It is alleged, by the lawyer of the accused, María Begoña Gómez Fernández, that being a person, given her status as the wife of the current President of the Government, this implies that at all times she is accompanied, and guarded, by agents or members of the State Security Forces. But what is in doubt, is that, these agents at a certain moment may, either on their own initiative or following orders from their hierarchical superiors, intentionally or unintentionally, be precisely those who assist in the action or actions that are carried out, to facilitate that escape, which makes it impossible for the accused to be at the disposal of justice.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/cgpj-propone-expedientar-juez-peinado-con-voto-favorable-presidenta-isabel-perello_6986183_0.html

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Before you lynch Judge Peinado, explain how the Mossos allowed Puigdemont to escape: {Trans, alertasiete.com editorial}
– The smear campaign against Judge Juan Carlos Peinado has reached levels difficult to justify in a mature democracy. His latest “sin” is having raised the possibility that Begoña Gómez’s bodyguards could facilitate a potential escape. That suggestion alone was enough to unleash a storm of political and media outrage. He is accused of crossing a red line, formulating an absurd hypothesis, and even casting suspicion on public servants who are simply doing their duty.
– But those who are tearing their hair out today should answer a very simple question: is what the judge is proposing really so inconceivable? The outraged reaction stems from a premise as naive as it is false: that belonging to a police or security force automatically renders a person incapable of acting outside the bounds of their duties. Reality proves the exact opposite. Uniforms do not guarantee human infallibility. They never have.
– There is the precedent of Carles Puigdemont {pic}. After years of fleeing Spanish justice, he staged a surreal reappearance in Barcelona in August 2024 and then vanished again before the arrest warrant against him could be executed. Those events led to investigations into the actions of certain members of the Mossos d’Esquadra (Catalan police). In other words, the mere possibility that public officials could contribute, through action or omission, to obstructing justice was not only not a far-fetched fantasy, but a matter serious enough to warrant investigation.
– So why does what was a legitimate hypothesis in one case now become an intolerable heresy in another?
– The answer is obvious: because it’s not the judge’s judgment that’s being judged, but the identity of the person affected (President Sanchez’s wife Begonia Gomez). If the warning had been issued against an opposition leader, many of those now crying “scandal” would be applauding judicial prudence. If the investigated group belonged to another political sphere, the same hypothesis would be presented as a basic precautionary measure. Source, Spanish: https://alertasiete.com/2026/06/21/antes-de-linchar-al-juez-peinado-expliquen-como-los-mossos-permitieron-la-fuga-de-puigdemont/

ALMUÑÉCAR

Almuñécar has a saltwater aqua-park:
– Aquatropic, the sole saltwater amusement park in the region, is located in Almuñécar, Granada, one hour from Málaga. Set on a cliff beside the beach, it offers panoramic Mediterranean views. Opened in 1988, the 33,600-square-metre site features green spaces, picnic areas, shaded zones, bars, restaurants, pools and about fifteen rides for all ages. Its seawater use is unique in Andalusia. Attractions include high-speed slides, a tropical slide complex, a dark ring ride, and children’s water-play areas. Family favourites are a cascade lake, wave pool and jacuzzi. Ticket prices online range from €14 to €25, with free entry under 0.95m; box office sales adds €2. Hire costs €3 for chairs, €5 for sunbeds, €22 for chill-out beds; VIP zones by the wave and infant pools cost €50–€80.
Info & tix: https://www.aqua-tropic.com/
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/06/20/unico-parque-acuatico-agua-salada-andalucia-una-hora-malaga-paraiso-veraniego-toboganes-cascadas-jacuzzi-aquaola-granada-dv-131561591.html

SALOBREÑA

The new health center in Salobreña begins its healthcare activity “at full capacity”: {Trans, summary}
– The Health Management Area (AGS) South of Granada has started this Monday the care activity in the new health center of Salobreña, whose facilities have opened at eight in the morning with all the services available.
– The centre has larger specialised areas such as Emergencies, which also improves accessibility; maternal and child care, which includes a breastfeeding room and maternal education; and admission and citizen care, which is better distributed.
– In addition to general medicine and paediatric consultations, there are consultations for minor surgery and diagnostic tests and treatment and health education rooms.
– Among the most outstanding advances provided by the new health centre, the incorporation of a radiodiagnosis area to avoid the displacement of users to the Motril Centro health center and a physiotherapy room that, to date, was located in another independent and remote building. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/granada/nuevo-centro-salud-salobrena-inicia-actividad-asistencial-pleno-rendimiento/202606221022252447934.html

UK

Rare red warning for extreme heat issued as UK faces record-challenging temperatures:
– The Met Office has issued a rare red warning for extreme heat, indicating a risk to life in parts of central and southern England and Wales on Wednesday and Thursday.
– An amber warning is in place for a smaller part of the UK until midnight Tuesday, with a new amber warning covering a larger area from that point until the end of Thursday.
– The Met Office said temperatures are expected to reach 38C (100F) in London on Wednesday and Thursday, with forecasters expressing “growing confidence” that this week could break the record for the hottest June temperature of 35.6C (96F), set in Southampton in 1976.
– Met Office meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey said: “It’s particularly across central southern regions, where we have an extreme heat warning, an amber extreme heat warning issued, where we could see quite widely amongst the population some heat-related impacts throughout the week. Temperatures climbing towards the mid-30s in places, that is quite exceptional for June.” Full article: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/rare-red-warning-for-extreme-heat-issued-as-uk-faces-record-challenging-temperatures/3974408
Full list of UK areas hit with red ‘extreme heat’ alert:
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/full-list-50-uk-areas-34164020

HEALTH

Transcranial magnetic stimulation achieves a response rate of nearly 50% in treatment-resistant depression: {Trans, summary}
– For patients with major depression unresponsive to drugs, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) gives response rates near 50 per cent and remission around 30 per cent, matching the best available medications.
– A new Spanish clinical guide, from the Spanish Society of Clinical Psychiatry, sets out standards for non-invasive neuromodulation techniques such as TMS and tDCS. It aims to ensure safe, effective, and equitable access, addressing current gaps where protocols and availability vary across regions and centres.
– The guide warns patients against unsupervised treatment outside healthcare settings– ask your treating physician about this therapy, and referral to a specialist if it’s appropriate. It requires that a psychiatrist with proper training must evaluate each case, select suitable patients, follow therapeutic algorithms, and monitor outcomes. The document also considers cost-effectiveness and patient-reported results, seeking to guarantee that all eligible patients receive consistent, high-quality care regardless of where they live. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/viruji/estimulacion-magnetica-transcraneal-logra-respuesta-cercana-50-depresion-resistente/202606200928193404538.html

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Tennis News- Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended four years for refusing doping test:
– Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova {pic} was suspended for four years on Monday for refusing an anti-doping test, even though the Czech player cited “mental stress” and fear when the testing agent “rang my door late at night without properly identifying themselves.” The International Tennis Integrity Agency made the announcement, saying that Vondrousova refused a test in December, and that the decision was reached by an independent tribunal. Full article: https://www.tsn.ca/tennis/article/former-wimbledon-champion-vondrousova-suspended-four-years-for-refusing-doping-test/

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– Andalucía braces for 42C hell this weekend
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/andalucia-braces-for-42c-hell-this-weekend-20260619150711-nt.html
– Malaga province’s over-80s age group has tripled since 2000
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-provinces-over80s-age-group-tripled-since-20260622112619-nt.html
– Axarquía post office La Cala del Moral branch threatened with closure {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/axarquia-post-office-branch-threatened-with-closure-20260622123652-nt.html

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