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New Date- Tocata Generation, the festival of an entire generation: Sat, 12 April. Malaga.
The Tocata Generation 80s Festival has been rescheduled after a delay due to the DANA storms. We are now ready to travel back in time, because on April 12 the 80s will conquer the Martín Carpena Sports Palace, Malaga, with performances by big stars such as Samantha Fox, Boney M or Vicky Larraz.
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SOLD– For Sale: New Lenovo Laptop, €320
– Lenovo V15 G2 laptop with Windows 11 Pro (UK English). Naythan, Torrox Costa.
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SPAIN
Spanish PM Sanchez Now Proposes to Ban Non-EU Nationals From Buying Homes!:
– The Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, is proposing a ban on non-EU 
nationals from buying houses in this country as part of efforts to deal with the housing crisis. He said that non-EU citizens purchased nearly 23,000 houses and apartments in Spain in 2023.
– “The government will propose prohibiting non-EU foreigners from buying houses in our country when neither they nor their families live here and therefore, they are speculating,” said Sanchez. This statement of the Spanish PM, made today, January 20, follows a previous related announcement made by him earlier this month. On January 13, Sanchez said that he plans to impose a tax of up to 100 per cent on the value of properties purchased by nationals from countries outside the European Union in a bid to meet the country’s housing emergency. Full article: https://schengen.news/spanish-pm-proposes-to-ban-non-eu-nationals-from-buying-homes/
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Almost 500 migrants arrive overnight aboard six boats to the islands of Tenerife and El Hierro: {Translation, summary}
– A total of six boats, with 485 migrants on board, have arrived since last night to the islands of Tenerife and El Hierro, Maritime Rescue sources inform Europa Press.
– In the case of Tenerife, one of the canoes has arrived at the port of Los Cristianos accompanied by the Salvamar Alpheratz after being detected by the SIVE about 2.5 miles off the coast of Los Abrigos, in the municipality of Granadilla.
There were 45 men and 12 minors sailing on the boat, in apparent good health.
– Another canoe has arrived on its own at the Los Abrigos dock. The boat, with 48 men on board in good health, made landfall with the coordination of the Civil Guard.
– In the case of El Hierro, Tuesday night one canoe with 67 migrants plus one deceased person, plus four other canoes have arrived with a total of 280 migrants on board. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/islas-canarias/noticia-llegan-otros-casi-500-migrantes-bordo-seis-embarcaciones-islas-tenerife-hierro-20250122135845.html
ANDALUCÍA
Room rental prices in a shared home grow in Andalusia by 21% in 2024, the largest increase in Spain: {Translation, summary}
– The rental of a room in Andalusia has closed 2024 with an annual increase of 21%, the largest increase in Spain. The average prices of rooms in one year went from 323 euros per month in December 2023 to 391 euros in December 2024.
– The order of the Andalusian capitals with the highest room prices is: Málaga capital with 517 euros per month, Cádiz capital with 482 euros, Seville capital with 453 euros, Granada capital with 339, Almería capital with 303, Jerez de la Frontera with 276, Jaén capital with 273, Córdoba capital with 269 and Huelva capital with 264. The most touristy capitals are once again revealed to be the most expensive for residents. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/alquiler-crece-andalucia-mas-espana_0_2003189563.html
MALAGA PROVINCE
The courts of Malaga, paralyzed by the fall of the computer system throughout Andalusia: {Translation, summary}
– Morning of incidents in the courts of Malaga, which are practically paralyzed due to a computer system crash that has affected all of Andalusia, as confirmed to SUR by the various sources consulted. The failure of the program is not affecting the development of the trials, which are currently being held, but it is affecting the rest of the procedures, such as the incorporation of documents, their signing or access to the content of the procedures.
– The Ministry of Justice, Local Administration and Public Function of the Junta de Andalucía assures that work is being done to correct the failure and that it is expected to be resolved throughout the morning.
– It should be noted that from lawyers in the Justice administration to civil servants, magistrates and judicial unions, they have been complaining for some time that these incidents are continuous, which leaves legal workers unable to advance in their tasks, sometimes throughout the day. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/juzgados-malaga-paralizados-caida-sistema-informatico-andalucia-20250122124525-nt.html
NERJA
Two arrested, one hundred motorhomes and more than 30 tents removed from the natural area of Maro: {Translation, summary}
– New action has been taken by the competent authorities against illegal camping in the natural site of the Cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo. More than a hundred motorhomes and more than 30 tents have been evicted this week in the protected environment after the development of a joint operation in which agents have participated Environment of the territorial Delegation of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, the Local Police of the City of Nerja and the Civil Guard.
– The intervention took place this past Monday and has resulted in the arrest of two people for the alleged crimes of disobedience and resistance to authority and the removal with tow truck of five of the vehicles.
– The device for the control of camping activity on the cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo, in which the corresponding complaint has been made to all campers, has been composed of more than 14 patrols: two of the Environment Agents; four patrols of the Local Police of Nerja, with tow trucks; and the Civil Guard, with more than twenty agents. The actions took place on the beaches of Las Alberquillas, Rio de la Miel and Cala del Pino. A good part of those evicted came from the illegal rave party in Ciudad Real last Christmas, as SUR has been able to confirm. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/dos-detenidos-tras-retirar-cien-autocaravanas-tiendas-campana-maro-nerja-malaga-20250122115739-nt.html
GRANADA
Granada Geopark takes flight with the XXV Ballooning Festival and Championship of Andalusia: {Translation, summary}
– The province is preparing to host the XXV Granada Geopark Aerostation Festival and Andalusian Championship, an event that will take place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday and that promises to be a unique spectacle.
– The festival will bring together between ten and fifteen teams, which will carry out four flights in which the tests of the Andalusian Hot Air Balloon Championship will be held. The activities will take place mainly in the Granada Geopark, known for its unique landscapes, and in the Guadix fairgrounds, offering an unforgettable experience for both participants and the attending public.
– On Friday, January 24, it will start with the exciting Granada Geopark Crossing Flight, which will take place first thing in the morning, between 08:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
– On Saturday, January 25, activities will begin again in the morning,between 08:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., with another flight over the Granada Geopark. In the afternoon, between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
– On Sunday, January 26, it will be celebrated the last flight of the festival, which will take place between 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., with takeoff from the Guadix fairgrounds. This will be the best time for those who want to see the balloons in all their splendor.
– The take-off location and flight areas will be subject to weather conditions. To ensure a safe and optimal experience, the organization will update the information on the Glovento Sur Facebook wall. The organization especially recommends attending Sunday’s takeoff at the Guadix fairgrounds, whenever weather conditions permit. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/geoparque-granada-alza-vuelo-xxv-festival-aerostacion-campeonato-andalucia/
UK
Harry Wins- Murdoch’s UK tabloids apologize and pay fine to Prince Harry, and admit intruding on the late Princess Diana:
– Prince Harry claimed a monumental victory Wednesday as Rupert Murdoch’s U.K. tabloids made an unprecedented apology for intruding in his life over decades and agreed to pay substantial damages to settle his privacy invasion lawsuit.
News Group Newspapers offered a “full and unequivocal apology to the Duke of Sussex for the serious intrusion by The Sun between 1996 and 2011 into his private life,” Harry’s attorney, David Sherborne, read from a statement in court.
– The statement even went beyond the scope of the case to acknowledge intruding on the life of Harry’s mother, the late Princess Diana and the impact it had on his family. “We acknowledge and apologize for the distress caused to the duke, and the damage inflicted on relationships, friendships and family, and have agreed to pay him substantial damages,” the settlement statement said. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/prince-harry-hacking-lawsuit-rupert-murdoch-british-tabloid-88c61a08225269014224283c37225bf8
USA
Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico to begin 1 February:
– President Donald Trump said the promised 25% import tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, the US’ biggest trade partners, would begin on 1 February. During his campaign, Trump promised he would apply universal tariffs ranging between 10% and 20%, and increasing to 60% for China.
– “We are thinking in terms of 25% on Mexico and Canada because they are allowing vast numbers of people […] and fentanyl to come in,” he said. When asked by a reporter when he would enact those tariffs, Trump assured the reporter twice: “I think we will do it on 1 February.” While he said he was still considering a universal tariff, he said he was “not ready for that yet”. Full article: https://www.verdict.co.uk/trump-says-25-tariffs-on-canada-and-mexico-to-arrive-1-february/
SPORTS
Tennis News- Australian Open Update- Full results here: https://ausopen.com/results#!All
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F1 News- Hamilton makes track debut for Ferrari:
– Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton had his first outing on the track for Ferrari on a misty Wednesday morning at Maranello, realising his dream of driving in the iconic red of the Italian team.
– Hamilton had announced his decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari in February last year. The 40-year-old, who won six of his world championships at Mercedes, also unveiled a new bright yellow helmet, as he continues his first official week at Ferrari which began at the team’s headquarters on Monday.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sports/formula1/hamilton-makes-track-debut-ferrari-2025-01-22/
TECH
Need to charge or power a portable device outdoors? This invention allows USB charger electricity to pass through windows and costs less than 60 euros: {Translation, summary}
– Power Mole V2, the device that passes electricity through windows. The Power Mole V2 represents the second generation of a charger that works by magnetic induction, since the first was launched back in 2014, and now incorporates several significant improvements in efficiency, size and power. As explained by the company, the system consists of a transmitter and a receiver, designed to be placed one on each side of a window or door pane.
– The output voltage is standard for USB chargers, 5 volts. Its operation is based on the fact that the transmitter, connected to a power outlet via a 2.75-meter cable, sends power wirelessly through the glass. The receiver, which is connected to the device to be powered via a USB cable outside, receives and transmits the necessary power, which avoids opening windows or installing additional outlets outside the home.
– It is available through the Kickstarter crowdfunding platform at a price of €57, which represents a saving of 40% compared to its final cost on the market once this launch phase is over. Info: https://www.acquaindustries.com/
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/moviles-dispositivos/este-invento-permite-pasar-electricidad-traves-ventanas-cuesta-menos-60-euros-5674316/
OTHER
Nine Inch Nails announce long-rumoured world tour with UK, Europe and North American dates:
– Nine Inch Nails have shared details of their 2025 Peel It Back world tour. The pairing of Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross will play the UK and Europe in June and July, then trek across North America in August and September. All tickets go on sale at 12pm local time next Wednesday, January 29.
– Nine Inch Nails haven’t performed live since 2022. Here are the dates of the 2025 European leg of the “Peel It Back Tour”:
Jun 15: Dublin 3Arena, Ireland
jun 17: Manchester Co-op Live, UK
Jun 18: London The O2, UK
Jun 20: Cologne Lanxess Arena, Germany
Jun 21: Dessel Graspop, Belgium
Jun 24: Milan Parco Della Musica, Italy
Jun 26: Zurich Hallenstadion, Switzerland
Jun 27: Vienna Wiener Stadthalle, Austria
Jun 29: Amsterdam Ziggo Dome, Netherlands
Jul 01: Berlin Uber Arena, Germany
Jul 03: Gydnia Open’er Festival, Poland
Jul 07: Paris Accor Arena, France
Jul 10: Madrid Mad Cool Festival, Spain
Jul 12: Oeiras NOS Alive, Portugal
Full article: https://www.loudersound.com/news/nine-inch-nails-announce-2025-world-tour & Video Link
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2025 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view:
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Competa
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Rincon
Torrox
Velez-Málaga
For other towns in Malaga Province, visit this website, click your town, then look for the post named “Calendario Laboral de ‘Your Town‘ 2025 “, click that to see calendar.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga.html
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:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
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
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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/
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