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Mitch´s Greatest Hits- this weekend:
Mitch (France) has 2 gigs this weekend when I will be playing all my favourite songs and tunes from playing in and around Competa for the last 20 years.
– Friday July 4: Restaurante Posada La Plaza, La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida from 8.30pm. I also have a couple of musicians joining me for a set of Irish Music. Call 952 553 254 or 609 167 127 for your table.
– Sunday July 6: Siddhartha on the Rock, Competa from 6.00pm. Lovely garden setting with Pamela, New York Jazz Singer joining me for a few songs.
Call 952 516 748 or 628 177 424 for your table or just come along for a drink.
Hope to see you at one of these great venues.

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Feria de Corumbela: Fri 4 July – Sun 4 July
List of Events
***Friday 4 July 2025***
09:00 AM: Traditional rocket launch to start the festival
04:00 PM: Ribbon collection begins, accompanied by the brass band ‘Llena que nos vamos’
06:00 PM: Children’s entertainment with traditional games, ribbon races, and tastings of mini hamburgers and sweets
10:30 PM: Official marquee opens with music by Golden and trio Alboreá (performing all three nights)
12:00 AM: Photo booth and 360º spin open for attendees
12:30 AM: Opening speech by Rosa Luz Fernández, Mayor of Cómpeta. Election of Queen, Ladies, and Mister (children, youth, and visitors)
***Saturday 5 July 2025***
01:00 PM: Day Fair begins with music by Miguel Botana, paella, and drinks for attendees
04:00 PM: Children’s water party with inflatable mattress
07:30 PM: Mass and pilgrimage in honour of Saint Anthony, accompanied by Blanca Paloma Rociero Choir and oxen of Zailo
09:00 PM: Tastings of ham and cheese
10:00 PM: Fireworks display on Calle la Iglesia in front of Saint Anthony’s image
01:00 AM: ‘Stand glitter bar’ opens for festival-goers to get glammed up
02:00 AM: Main performance by Kike and Manu
***Sunday 6 July 2025***
Daytime: Music by Miguel Botana at the Day Fair
Lunch: Free tasting of meat and potatoes
Afternoon snack: Free
07:30 PM: Ribbon races on horseback and motorcycles, accompanied by brass band ‘Y quienes somos’
11:30 PM: Dance performances by groups ‘Amanecer’ (Sayalonga and Corumbela) and ‘Los Arenales’
01:00 AM: Award ceremony for trophies and prizes of activities
01:30 AM: Performance by ‘El Tributo’ with covers of Decai, Rebujitos, Andy & Lucas, and Fondo Flamenco
04:00 AM: Chocolate and churros served
05:00 AM: Broom dance with prize for winning couple
08:00 AM: Grand finale firecracker display signalling the end of the festival

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“Se Llama Copla: El Reencuentro”
(“It’s called Copla: The Reunion”): Sun, 6 July
Municipal Auditorium in Rincón de la Victoria
A show that is part of the Rincón de la Victoria Summer Nights series and will bring together some of the most beloved voices from the successful Canal Sur Televisión programme on stage.
Tickets are on sale from just €12 and are available at El Corte Inglés or online at https://www.malagaentradas.com/?entradas…

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34th edition of the prestigious ‘Ciudad de Vélez-Málaga’ International Guitar Festival: 10 – 13 July
All events begin 21:30.
– Thursday 10 July 2025. Inaugural concert by the Elipsis Duo (Alessandro Deiana, guitar, and Alberto Cesaraccio, oboe) at Palacio del Marqués de Beniel
– Friday 11 July 2025. Flamenco show “Dedos con Duende” by Pedro Navarro and Toni Porcar at Palacio del Marqués de Beniel
– Saturday 12 July 2025. ‘Dances of the World for Flute and Guitar’ by LABohème Duo (Annamaria Carroni and Giuseppe Zinchiri) at Palacio del Marqués de Beniel
– Sunday 13 July 2025. Festival closing concert featuring the Young Provincial Orchestra of Málaga (JOPMA) with solo guitarist Javier García Moreno performing the Concierto de Aranjuez and Spanish music at Teatro del Carmen.

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CasaCamino343: Our New B&B In Now Open!
Special 3 night break in the lovely mountains of Andalucia
– Casacamino343 (formerly Casa Magel) are once again offering our popular 3 night breaks, including breakfast and on one night, TBA, a delicious home made 3 course meal with wine or beer.
– We have moved across the village and now offer a fully licenced self contained 4 bedroom, 2 en-suite and 2 private bathrooms. The house has a fully equipped kitchen, dinning room, large living room. terrace with views to the mountains, set in an ancient olive grove on the outskirts of Valle De Abdalajis. From June our pool will be open.
– We are a 5 minute drive in to the pueblo of Valle De Abdalajis with supermarkets and bars. A very good restaurant is 10 minute walk away. The lakes of Ardales and the Caminito Del Rey are 30 minutes drive. Antequera and El Torcal are 30 minute drive and the Wolf park is 15 minute drive. Lots to do in the area, lovely walks and scenery.
– We can offer the whole house to a group of friends, ideal for birthdays and anniversaries or just a good time away. Or, come on your own and meet other people. We have a honesty bar or bring your own. No hard tracks to drive, very easy to find..
– The cost for 3 night B&B with 1 night 3 course meal with wine is €275.00 per room with 2 sharing.
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SPAIN

Socialist Sanchez’s response to USA cutting aid to Spain- Invite in the globalists and “profoundly transform the architecture of global governance”: {Translation}
– The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, announced on Tuesday a new plan to strengthen Spanish cooperation in response to cuts in development aid by the United States, which until this year was the world’s largest donor. “In the face of some countries’ retreat, Spain offers refuge,” he emphasised on the second day of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, held in Seville (Andalusia). He called for a renewed multilateralism that can withstand the challenges of the current moment.
– This strategy- named the ‘Seville Plan for Multilateralism’- will be implemented over the coming years around three pillars: refuge, reinforcement, and reform. It will also serve as a roadmap to ensure that by 2030, 0.7% of Gross National Income (GNI) is allocated to humanitarian aid. This goal will be reached through gradual increases starting next year and by redirecting contributions to sectors most affected by funding withdrawals from other donors, following the freezing of international aid funds by the Trump administration.
– To “protect and preserve multilateralism amid budget cuts,” Spain will open a United Nations House in Madrid to host UN agencies wishing to be based there. The country will also increase the number of international meetings like this week’s and promote a stronger Spanish presence in international organisations. “Spain opens its doors, extends its hand, and does so when it is most needed,” the Prime Minister asserted. “The best investment in security and defence is the one that creates wellbeing, development, and opportunities,” he defended, days after controversy at the NATO summit where he rejected increasing military spending beyond 2% of GDP.
– Ultimately, the aim is to reform the multilateral system by creating a “platform for the transformation of multilateralism” in Spain, which will coordinate leaders, institutions, and key civil society actors to profoundly transform the architecture of global governance. This new system, without any public referendum to seek approval, will be “more inclusive and representative,” ensuring that all voices- including those of countries from the Global South, youth, science, and civil society- “have a seat at the table.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5727126/0/sanchez-anuncia-un-plan-cooperacion-ante-modelo-trump-frente-repliegue-algunos-espana-ofrece-refugio/

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Here come the new road signs:
– There are dozens of updated or new traffic signs, see the full catalogue here: https://www.malagahoy.es/sociedad/nuevas-senales-trafico-entran-vigor_0_2004266527.html

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Left Infighting Again, Commies rebuke the Socialists- Díaz criticises the PSOE for its lack of response to corruption: ‘Seeing its former number three go to prison is a disgrace’: {Translation, summary}
– Sumar, the communist political platform led by Yolanda Díaz {in pic, with Sanchez}, the Second Vice President of Spain, and the PSOE (progressive left), the ruling centre-left party led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, will hold a closed-door meeting amid a coalition crisis. The crisis was triggered by the imprisonment of Santos Cerdán, former number two of the PSOE, linked to the “Koldo plot.”
– Yolanda Díaz sharply criticised Sánchez, calling the scandal a national problem and condemning the government’s lack of action, stating, “Seeing the former number two of the PSOE enter prison is a disgrace.” Sumar demands stronger anti-corruption measures, including the creation of an anti-corruption agency and the revival of a stalled social agenda covering housing, taxation, and parental policies.
– The meeting, part of the coalition pact’s monitoring commission, will be led by María Jesús Montero, First Vice President and PSOE member, and Ernest Urtasun, Minister of Culture and Sumar spokesperson. Although Díaz and Sánchez recently met at a UN summit in Seville, they will not attend this Congress meeting due to scheduling conflicts. Sumar views the crisis as an opportunity to push forward key government reforms and restore confidence among progressive supporters frustrated by what they see as PSOE’s insufficient response to corruption allegations. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/sumar-psoe-citan-congreso-intentar-savar-coalicion-20250701103935-ntrc.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Passengers trapped for 12 hours in a AVE Madrid-Malaga by a fault- the growing outrage at continued train disruptions: {Translation, summary}
– A new fault in the high-speed rail line between Madrid and Málaga caused massive delays, train stoppages, and passengers trapped without information for over twelve hours.
– The incident began Monday evening around 8:30 p.m. near La Sagra in Toledo due to a power failure in the overhead catenary system, halting all AVE and Avant services along the affected stretch. Dozens of trains were immobilised, with one Madrid-Málaga train stranded for over 12 hours in stifling heat, lacking air conditioning and sufficient information.
– Emergency services provided food and water, and an elderly passenger required medical evacuation. The railway infrastructure manager ADIF restored power shortly after 10 p.m., allowing gradual resumption of service, but delays persisted due to single-track operation.
– The mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, criticised the situation as a “degradation of the system” and called for government responsibility. Consumer groups and local politicians condemned historic underinvestment in Andalusian rail infrastructure and demanded urgent improvements. Passengers were advised to keep tickets and receipts and seek compensation through official channels. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1907394/pasajeros-atrapados-12-horas-en-un-ave-madrid-malaga-por-una-averia-crece-la-indignacion/

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How to claim compensation from Renfe for delays or failures affecting trains in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Train delays between Madrid and Andalusia due to a power failure have affected hundreds of passengers. Renfe offers refunds based on delay duration and train type. For AVE trains, delays over 15 minutes receive a 50% refund; over 30 minutes, a full refund. Compensation can be a direct refund, a refund plus a 20% discount code valid for 6 months, or for Más Renfe members, points plus 30% extra redeemable within 3 years. AVLO trains offer 50% refund for delays over 60 minutes, 100% over 90 minutes. Avant and medium-distance trains have scaled refunds starting at 25% for 15-minute delays. Claims must be made within 3 months, either online or in person, and can be requested 24 hours after arrival. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/reclamar-renfe-retrasos-incidencias-trenes-afectados-malaga_0_2004265906.html

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NERJA

The Nerja Cave Festival 2025 has been cancelled. Organizers, desperate to put a positive spin on it, claim their mismanagement is opportunity to “clarify and strengthen fundamental aspects of the process”: {Translation}
– The plenary board of the Nerja Cave Foundation, with representation from the Nerja Town Council, the Málaga Provincial Council, and the Málaga Government Sub-delegation, unanimously agreed at its session on 30 June to definitively suspend the Nerja Cave Festival 2025 due to “the impossibility of meeting the necessary deadlines for its proper staging.”
– The tender process initiated for the organisation of the festival was suspended following the filing of an appeal by one of the bidding companies. The subsequent ruling by the Central Administrative Tribunal of Contractual Appeals has helped to “clarify and strengthen fundamental aspects of the process, laying the groundwork for its future improvement.”
– Nonetheless, while recognising the legitimacy of the procedure followed by the Foundation, “the impact of the appeal has made it impossible, due to timing, to hold the festival this summer,” the Nerja Cave Foundation stated in a press release. “The Foundation sincerely regrets the consequences arising from this situation, and thanks all those involved for their understanding, especially the loyal festival audience and the cultural community of the region,” they added.
– Far from halting, the organisers have already begun work to “ensure the continuity of the Nerja Cave Festival with a new tender for the period 2026–2030.” They aim to “consolidate a phase of greater stability, quality, and national and international projection for this historic musical event,” as “our commitment to Nerja, the Axarquía region, and culture remains steadfast,” the statement concluded. {In the real world, ongoing annual events like this typically have insurance against mishaps. Surely a scaled back series of concerts could have been preserved even if the heavy equipment suppliers backed out. Several local sound companies can provide sound & staging gear on short notice. I wonder how many cancellation fees they will have to pay the performers that were booked? -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/suspendido-de-forma-definitiva-el-festival-cueva-de-nerja-2025/

MOTRIL

Motril (Granada) will become the epicentre of amateur golf with the 8th round of the Albatros Circuit: {Translation, summary}
– With the participation, for the second time, of the provincial institution and Granagolf, the tournament will be held on 5 July at the Los Moriscos Golf Club in Motril.
– This qualifying round is part of the fifth edition of a circuit that includes 15 events spread across Andalusia, Madrid and Portugal, reaffirming its position as the best amateur golf circuit in Andalusia, according to a statement issued by the Provincial Council.
– Eric Escobedo, Provincial Council of Granada’s Deputy for Sports, said that ‘it is a perfect showcase to display the richness and diversity of our province in a sport that is not only competitive, but also attractive to those seeking quality tourist destinations. Motril is an ideal location to host this phase, with first-class facilities and an unbeatable climate that reinforce Granada’s commitment to sport’. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-motril-granada-convertira-epicentro-golf-amateur-prueba-circuito-albatros-20250701175500.html & Video Link

EUROPE

Slovenia follows Spain’s lead and distances itself from the 5% defence spending agreed by NATO, asserting that it is not binding: {Translation, summary}
– At the NATO summit in The Hague, all member states, including Spain, signed the agreement to increase defence spending targets to 5% of GDP by 2035. However, Spain secured an exemption and publicly announced it would limit its contribution to a “sufficient” 2.1% of GDP, arguing that this level is enough to meet its NATO commitments.
– Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez opposed the 5% target as “disproportionate and unnecessary” but ultimately accepted the agreement after negotiations adjusted the wording to accommodate Spain’s position.
– Similarly, Slovenia’s Prime Minister Robert Golob {pic} has now stated his country will cap defence spending at 3% of GDP, aligning with national parliamentary commitments and focusing on capabilities rather than spending levels. Both countries emphasise meeting NATO requirements through capability development rather than strict expenditure targets.
– The defence spending debate has caused internal political tensions in both Spain and Slovenia. NATO will review the overall 5% spending plan in 2029, with member states reporting regularly on progress. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/eslovenia-sigue-linea-espana-se-desmarca-5-otan-asegurando-que-no-es-vinculante-5727220/

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Poland will temporarily reinstate border controls with Germany and Lithuania:
– Poland will temporarily reinstate border controls with neighbouring Germany and Lithuania, in response to border restriction taken by Germany to discourage asylum-seekers, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/poland-border-controls-migrants-germany-d655e3db47e088433b9892f4835d6b0c

UKRAINE WAR

Ukrainian drone hits a plant deep inside Russia after record Russian drone attacks in June:
– A Ukrainian drone struck a Russian industrial plant some 1,300 kilometers (800 miles) from Ukraine, a local official said Tuesday, after Russia pounded Ukraine with a monthly record of drones in June. The drone struck the Kupol Electromechanical Plant, which produces air defense systems and drones for the Russian military, according to an official with Ukraine’s Security Service, the SBU.
– At least two direct hits were recorded on the plant’s buildings, the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly.
– Russia last month launched 5,438 drones at Ukraine, a new monthly record, according to official data collated by The Associated Press. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-drones-c1aa7c5ce5deb89a4654cd41af6a5ec9

UK

Temperatures could soar to 35C as Britons swelter in heatwave:
– The UK is set for another day of sweltering conditions, with temperatures due to hit 35C as an amber heat health alert has been extended across the country. Much of England will enter a fifth day of a heatwave on Tuesday, forecast to be hotter than holiday spots in Barbados, Jamaica and Mexico.
– Sunday reached 31C in parts of southeast England, but Tuesday will be even hotter, with highs of 35C in London and the south east, according to the Met Office. It comes as Monday saw scorching highs of 34C across central and eastern England.
– An amber heat health alert, covering London, the East Midlands, South East, South West, Yorkshire and Humber, the West Midlands and East of England, is in place until 9am on Wednesday. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) also issued a yellow alert for the North West for the same time period, with the agency warning of significant impacts across health and social care services.
Full article: https://www.independent.co.uk/weather/uk-weather-heatwave-temperatures-b2780074.html

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

Click link to read the English language articles.
– Three hundred passengers ‘trapped’ for 12 hours in stifling heat inside halted Malaga-bound high-speed train
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/have-been-trapped-an-ave-train-malaga-20250701095333-nt.html
– National tourist property register goes live in Spain today with only a third of rental properties in Andalucía listed
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/the-single-register-tourist-dwellings-comes-into-20250701081259-nt.html
– Spain orders Booking.com to remove more than 4,000 illegal holiday flat listings from website
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/consumer-affairs-forces-booking-remove-more-than-20250630070357-nt.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- Wimbledon Results: See all the official results here, https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/results/index.html

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Football News- Saudi’s Al Hilal knock Manchester City out of Club World Cup in huge shock:
– Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal sent English giants Manchester City crashing out of the Club World Cup on Monday, snatching a shock 4-3 victory in extra time in the biggest upset of the tournament so far.
– The match finished 2-2 at full-time but at the end of an eventful extra-time Marcos Leonardo grabbed the winner and pulled off one of the greatest wins in Middle Eastern football history.
– The Saudi club advance to the quarter-finals where they will face Brazilian club Fluminense, ensuring a non-European team will reach the last four. Full article: https://www.newarab.com/news/saudis-al-hilal-knock-man-city-out-club-world-cup-shock

TECH

Not Even The EU Regulator Can Keep Its Websites Secure:
– The European Commission’s Eurostat website has been exploited by third parties who used it to advertise shady IPTV services. The straightforward SEO ‘hack’ aimed to rank well for various IPTV-related searches, including the top position for “best IPTV providers of 2025”. To make matters worse, it confused AI, leading it to suggest that the EU was offering IPTV advice
– Last month, the EU published the fourth edition of its ‘Counterfeit and Piracy Watch List’, providing a detailed overview of piracy-linked sites and services located outside the EU. The report covered many unlicensed IPTV services, including VolkaIPTV, GenIPTV, and King365TV, noting that these are merely the tip of the iceberg. The EU is not wrong; it has been aware of the pirate IPTV problem for a while and actively supports research and enforcement actions to counter the threat.
– Yet, despite these efforts to identify and curb illegal services, a significant vulnerability emerged closer to home. The European Commission’s own technical infrastructure was exploited to boost shady IPTV sales (with adverts for pirate IPTV services posted on their website and search results {pic} that suggested the illegal service was EU sponsored!). That’s a serious problem. The service promises access to a wide variety of live sports, +18,000 channels, and +98,000 VOD titles for less than $60 per year. This includes Netflix content, Disney, the Premier League, NFL, and much more. Needless to say, it sounds too good to be true. Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/official-eu-website-exploited-to-advertise-shady-iptv-services-250701/

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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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On July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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International Guitar Festival for the City of Málaga:
30 June – 9 July. Full schedule, info & tix: https://festivalguitarramalaga.com/

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Arroyo de la Miel – Día de la Independencia, 4 July:
The Casa de la Cultura in Benalmádena, Arroyo de la Miel, will host the U.S. Independence Day Parade on Friday, July 4th at 7:00 PM, honoring Bernardo de Gálvez, a hero of U.S. independence born in Macharaviaya. The event was presented by the mayors of Benalmádena and Macharaviaya and the tourism councilor, highlighting the shared history and cultural ties between Spain and the U.S. The parade will feature about 100 participants, including flag bearers from both countries and people dressed in period costumes as grenadiers and ladies of Gálvez.

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La Térmica Village in Benalmádena: Schedule of events
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A programme packed with art, live music, workshops, gastronomy and local creativity.
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Theater- Mamma Mia, The Musical: Cervantes Theatre
From 5 July to 10 August
Performances take place every day except Monday and tickets start at €22.
C/ Ramos Marín, s/n 29012 Málaga
Info, programme & tix: https://www.teatrocervantes.com/en/genero/teatro/temporada-2024-25/mamma-mia-el-musical-1869

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Tango Malaga: Two nights with different shows
Teatro Echegaray, Malaga. 8:30pm start both nights.
– Sat, 5 July. “Loca”. Info & tix:
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– Sun, 6 July. “Siempre Buenos Aires”. Info & tix:
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Almuñécar Blues Fest 2025: Thurs & Fri, 10 & 11 July.
Auditorio Parque El Majuelo, Almuñécar
The first edition of the Almuñécar Blues Fest will feature legendary stars Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple bassist who replaced Roger Glover in 1973), who will be performing for the first time in Andalusia, Rick Estrin & the Nightcats, DK Harrell, and Kitty, Daisy & Lewis.
It will take place on the weekend of July 10 and 11, outdoors in El Majuelo Park, starting at 9 p.m.
The first night is American electric blues, the second night is English blues-rock.
Info & tix (Day 1 €35, Day 2 €42, Both €72): https://www.ticketmaster.es/event/1867360496

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SPAIN

Spanish judge orders Santos Cerdan, ex-senior ruling PSOE official, and close ally of Sanchez for 10+yrs, to be remanded in custody in graft probe. Sanchez responds with bizarre claim that this somehow demonstrates the strength of the socialist organization:
– A Spanish Supreme Court’s investigating judge ordered ex-senior ruling Socialist Party official Santos Cerdan to be remanded in custody on Monday in a corruption inquiry that could destabilise Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s fragile minority government. The court denied bail for Cerdan, but did not immediately release any additional information.
– The Cerdan case was the latest and most serious in a series of scandals that have left Sanchez having to apologise and fend off calls from opponents for a snap election.
– Judge Leopoldo Puente is investigating allegations against Cerdan, former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos and the latter’s aide Koldo Garcia that they received kickbacks for awarding public works contracts. Cerdan, who resigned earlier this month from his position as the Socialist Party’s third-ranking official and lawmaker, denies the allegations. Both Abalos and Garcia say they are innocent.
Cerdan’s resignation followed Puente’s statement citing “strong evidence” of Cerdan’s possible involvement in the “improper awarding” of contracts.
– Sanchez on Monday defended his Socialist Party’s handling of the corruption allegations against Cerdan, saying that it had acted decisively by asking him to resign.
“Justice must determine the responsibilities that Santos Cerdan may have,” Sanchez told reporters during a summit in Seville.
– {So Pedro had no idea of what his right-hand man for the last 10 years was up to? Pedro claims he was oblivious to an awful lot of corruption by his closest associates- his wife, his brother and his closest assistant. Personally I don’t believe he is that stupid. -Ed} Photo: Emporda. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/spanish-judge-orders-remand-jail-pms-ex-ally-graft-probe-2025-06-30/

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The PP demands Sánchez “immediately abandon” La Moncloa (the Presidental Residence): {Translation}
– The Secretary-General of the PP, Cuca Gamarra {pic}, emphasised on Monday that the Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, “must immediately leave Moncloa,” following the Supreme Court’s decision to send the former Socialist Party Organisation Secretary Santos Cerdán to prison.
“Sanchismo is in prison without bail,” Gamarra said at a press conference at the PP headquarters, highlighting the connection between the head of government and the former PSOE Organisation Secretary.
– She stressed that Sánchez “is and has been Prime Minister” thanks to Cerdán, who, in turn, “has done everything he has done thanks to Pedro Sánchez.” “If one falls judicially, the other must fall politically,” she concluded.
– Meanwhile, the President of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, stated that today “the whole UN” knows about Sánchez’s “corruption.” The regional leader expressed this on social media, noting that Spaniards already knew the Prime Minister was “cornered by scandals,” but now the UN, meeting in Seville “amid this shame,” also knows.
“Corruption keeps Sánchez in power. It has him tied to his chair,” the regional leader asserted.
– Additionally, Vox spokesperson José Antonio Fúster warned on Monday that “number 2 has fallen” and now they are “going for number 1.” “Cerdán is going to jail as he should; number 2 has fallen, now number 1 and all those around him will fall,” Fúster stressed minutes after the court decision. “There will be no impunity, no pardons, no amnesty, we will not tolerate political corruption. Vox will go to the end,” Fúster insisted, adding that although “nothing is to be expected when the Prosecutor’s Office is controlled by Pedro Sánchez, it is also true that there are still honest judges and prosecutors.” Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/espana/pp-exige-sanchez-abandonar-inmediatamente_0_2004254692.html

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Has first vice president of the government, María Jesús Montero, lost her mind? She states of the jailing of Cerdán, formerly Secretary of the PSOE and Sanchez’s right-hand man: “It is a matter of a person who has nothing to do with the PSOE”: {Translation, summary}
– The First Vice President of the Government, María Jesús Montero {pic}, expressed on Monday her “respect” for the judicial decision made by the Supreme Court to order the provisional imprisonment of the former PSOE Organisation Secretary Santos Cerdán and assured that this is “a matter concerning a person who has nothing to do with the PSOE.”
– Montero highlighted this in statements to journalists at an event in Seville, where she also said that the Socialist Party “acted very decisively when it became aware of the solid evidence accompanying this case.”
– In addition to rejecting calls for an election following the Supreme Court’s decision, she stated that both the Prosecutor’s Office and the High Court “will have their reasons and motives” for ordering Cerdán’s provisional imprisonment. She defended that justice “must go all the way to find out everything that has happened around this case.”
– It was Supreme Court judge Leopoldo Puente who ordered Santos Cerdán’s imprisonment, to be served in custody without bail, due to his alleged role in a scheme involving kickbacks from supposed irregular public works contracts. The magistrate, responding to requests from the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office and the accusers, considers that the former third-in-command of the PSOE may have committed crimes of participation in a criminal organisation, bribery, and influence peddling. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5726856/0/montero-tras-prision-provisional-cerdan-es-un-asunto-una-persona-que-no-tiene-nada-que-ver-con-psoe/

ANDALUCÍA

Tourist and temporary rentals will have to be registered to legally place offers on the Internet from Tuesday: {Translation, summary}
– UGT (General Union of Workers) highlights the importance of the new mandatory registration system for tourist rentals, which will require all short-term rental properties advertised online to be registered with a unique identification number starting July 1, 2025.
– This national digital “One-Stop Shop” registry, launched by the Ministry of Housing, aims to regulate and monitor tourist accommodations across Spain, ensuring legality and compliance with safety and tax obligations.
– Platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com must verify that listings display this registration number and remove unregistered properties promptly.
– In Andalusia, this national registration complements the existing regional VFT licence, meaning properties must comply with both systems. UGT supports including employment and contractual data in the registry to improve labour oversight.
– The union also stresses that limiting tourist rental licences in high-pressure housing areas is urgent to protect residential rental supply and address the housing crisis. Overall, the registry is seen as a key tool to professionalise the sector, combat illegal rentals, and ensure fair competition and consumer protection. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5726206/0/los-alquileres-turisticos-temporales-tendran-que-estar-registrados-ventanilla-estatal-para-ofertarse-internet-desde-este-martes/

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga dodges high temperature warnings during the first heatwave of the summer: {Translation, summary}
– The first heatwave of this summer has passed its midpoint without any meteorological warnings for high temperatures in the province of Málaga. While El Granado, in Huelva, recorded Spain’s highest temperature on Sunday at 46°C—the highest June reading on record—temperatures in Málaga’s inland areas exceeded 37°C, showing a 10-degree difference compared to Huelva.
– The week begins in Málaga with maximum temperatures of 35°C in interior locations such as Antequera and Ronda, and 32°C along the coast. The state meteorological agency Aemet forecasts little change on Tuesday, the first of July, with slightly lower highs of 33°C in Ronda and 31°C in Málaga city. Nighttime lows on the coast are expected to be “torrid”, 25°C in Marbella and Vélez-Málaga. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-esquiva-avisos-altas-temperaturas-ola-calor-verano_0_2004252288.html

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The Provincial Council launches a beach recycling campaign from Nerja to Rincón and broadens its focus to include vapes: {Translation, summary}
– The initiative “From container to container, recycle yourself”, which will be implemented in the municipalities of Nerja, Vélez-Málaga, Rincón de la Victoria, Torrox and Algarrobo, aims to raise awareness about the prevention of packaging waste, as well as its correct separation and recycling.
– On Monday, the Malaga Provincial Council launched its annual summer beach recycling campaign in Nerja. As a new feature this year, the campaign has expanded its focus to include vaping devices, which are highly polluting electronic devices.
– Regarding the beach campaign, it will run until August 1st in the municipalities of Vélez-Málaga, Rincón de la Victoria, Torrox, and Algarrobo, as well as Nerja. Among the educational and participatory workshops organized are “The Waste Sorting Wheel,” “Party & Co Recycler,” “Interactive Wall,” and “Recycling with Pictograms.” Additionally, group activities animated by a mascot will be offered, such as “Environmental Plogging” and “Assessment of Abandoned Waste.”
– Participants will also be invited, through the QR code reader on their electronic devices, to take home all the information displayed on the informative banners, so they can share the message with their families and close circles. These workshops aim to teach citizens, in a dynamic and fun way, how to properly manage waste to collectively achieve a more sustainable world.
Schedule:
*June 2025*
– Monday 30: Nerja (Burriana Beach)
*July 2025*
– Tuesday 1: Vélez Málaga (Biblioplaya Torre del Mar)
– Wednesday 2: Vélez Málaga (Biblioplaya Torre del Mar)
– Thursday 3: Vélez Málaga (Biblioplaya Torre del Mar)
– Friday 4: Vélez Málaga (Biblioplaya Torre del Mar)
– Monday 7: Nerja (Torrecilla Beach)
– Tuesday 8: Algarrobo (Algarrobo Costa, Plaza Tarta)
– Wednesday 9: Vélez Málaga (Faro Torre del Mar)
– Thursday 10: Vélez Málaga (Faro Torre del Mar)
– Friday 11: Vélez Málaga (Faro Torre del Mar)
– Monday 14: Nerja (Burriana Beach)
– Tuesday 15: Torrox (El Peñoncillo Beach)
– Wednesday 16: Torrox (Ferrara Beach)
– Thursday 17: Torrox (Sports Area Beach)
– Friday 18: Torrox (El Morche Beach)
– Monday 21: Nerja (Torrecilla Beach)
– Tuesday 22: Algarrobo (Mezquitilla, Pergola)
– Wednesday 23: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
– Thursday 24: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
– Friday 25: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
– Monday 28: Nerja (Burriana Beach)
– Tuesday 29: Algarrobo (Algarrobo Costa, Playa Tarta)
– Wednesday 30: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
– Thursday 31: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
*August 2025*
-Friday 1: Rincón de la Victoria (José Domínguez Galdón Plaza)
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-diputacion-inicia-en-nerja-la-campana-de-reciclaje-en-playas-y-amplia-el-foco-a-los-vapeadores/

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The Regional Government calls for acceleration of the expansion of Malaga Airport and for the Government to allocate the necessary budget immediately: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government urges faster progress and budget allocation before 2027 for Málaga Airport’s expansion, criticising the Transport Ministry for announcing the design without funding. Tourism Minister Arturo Bernal warned that delaying investment risks infrastructure collapse as passenger numbers approach capacity. He highlighted that exceptions for urgent projects exist in current investment plans, as seen with Barcelona’s El Prat Airport, and questioned why Málaga cannot receive similar support. Bernal also sent a letter demanding urgent action from the Transport Minister.
– In response, the PSOE defended the Spanish Government’s commitment by deflecting to other issues, accusing the Andalusian Government of failing electoral promises. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/junta-pide-acelerar-ampliacion-aeropuerto-malaga-presupuesto_0_2004254402.html

TORROX

Today, Tuesday 1/7, the blue zone parking enters into force on the coast of the municipality of Torrox: {Translation}
– From 1 July until 31 August, the blue zone will be in operation along the coast of the municipality of Torrox. This involves a parking restriction limiting stays to a maximum of two hours, free of charge, in effect from Monday to Friday between 10:00 and 22:00, and on Saturdays from 10:00 to 14:00, except on public holidays. Bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles are not permitted to use these areas, as there are other specific designated places available for them.
– The Torrox Local Police also point out that people with reduced mobility, if they find their designated spaces occupied, may use the blue zone without the need for a device or time limit until their specific space becomes free, provided they display the authorised card. They have also emphasised that although parking in the blue zone is free for two hours, there is still the possibility of a fine. This would apply if parking time is exceeded, if the vehicle is moved but a few metres in an attempt to begin a 2 hour period, or if the parking disc is adjusted to simulate a later parking time. Offenders could face fines of 50 euros and even vehicle removal by the municipal tow truck.
– Furthermore, they remind that in the historic centre of Torrox, a blue zone operates throughout the year, but in that case, the parking limit is only one hour.
– The Local Police have announced that any device or similar item to the official parking disc that allows verification of parking time will be accepted. If necessary and you do not have an alternative at that moment, a handwritten note will be accepted until you can obtain a free disc.
– This initiative aims to promote dynamic turnover of parking spaces in the zones, days, and times indicated by the vertical signage. In the provided link, you can view the usage rules and participating establishments: https://ftp.torrox.es/urls/p/iza
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/este-martes-entra-en-vigor-la-zona-azul-en-la-costa-del-municipio-de-torrox/

NERJA

The Nerja Theatre Festival begins: {Translation}
– From 1 to 6 July, the 9th edition of the Nerja Theatre Festival will be held in two venues, the Balcón de Europa and the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre, as announced by Deputy Mayor Ángela Díaz and Councillor for Culture Ana María Muñoz.
– From 1 to 3 July, the Amateur Theatre Festival will take place at the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre, with the participation of local groups Pies Sucios, Teatrés and the Frigiliana theatre group.
– The professional programme will begin from 4 to 6 July. At the Balcón de Europa, there will be family theatre at 6 p.m. and classical theatre at 10 p.m., with titles such as Hansel and Gretel, La Celestina and Tuyo Cid.
– At the Cultural Centre, performances will be at 8 p.m. and include De lentejas y garbanzos, with Nerja actress Alejandra Cid, Don Juan Tenorio, with Guillermo Serrano, and the monologue Volando voy, by Juanma Lara. The Councillor for Culture in Nerja invites residents and visitors to enjoy a varied programme in the town’s most emblematic venues. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/muestra-teatro-nerja-2024/

UK

UK police investigate Bob Vylan, Kneecap’s Glastonbury performances:
– British police on Monday launched a criminal investigation into musician Bob Vylan {photo left} and Irish rap band Kneecap’s performances {photo right} at Glastonbury music festival after they led derogatory chanting about the Israeli military and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. {Bob Vylan also taunted Brits by singing a song where the only lyrics were: “Heard you want your country back- shut the f*ck up!” Of course progressive Reuters left out that part. See videos of the offensive performances in yesterday’s DigameXtra. -Ed.} Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/uk-police-investigate-bob-vylan-kneecaps-glastonbury-performances-2025-06-30/

UPDATE- US State Department pulls visas issued to British punk-rappers Bob Vylan after antisemitic ‘hateful tirade’ at Glastonbury, putting planned US tour in doubt.:
– English punk-rap duo Bob Vylan are facing significant backlash to their “death to the IDF” chant from Glastonbury over the weekend, with the State Department confirming Monday that it has revoked the the group’s U.S. visas. Meanwhile, a source confirms to The Hollywood Reporter that United Talent Agency has dropped Bob Vylan following the controversy.
– “The @StateDept has revoked the US visas for the members of the Bob Vylan band in light of their hateful tirade at Glastonbury, including leading the crowd in death chants,” Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau wrote on X on Monday morning. “Foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to our country.”
– Bob Vylan’s visas have been revoked months before the duo was slated to begin a 16-date North American tour this fall, starting in Spokane, Washington in October. It’s currently unclear what will happen with those shows, but assuming the visa issue still stands by then, they’ll most likely be canceled. Full article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/bob-vylan-visas-revoked-dropped-uta-glastonbury-1236302748/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Wimbledon Results: See all the official results here, https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/results/index.html

Day 1, Monday. Summary: Alcaraz, Norrie, Fokina, Sabalenka, Raducanu, Keys & Paolini win. Medvedev, Tsitsipas & Ostapenko crash out. Sinner and Djokovic have their first round matches on Day 2, Tuesday.

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