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Next Editor’s Holiday: Monday, 16 March.
Next Public Holidays:
2 April, Maundy Thursday
3 April, Good Friday
5 April, Easter Sunday
Thus, in April 2026, there is a long weekend break for Easter: Thursday thru Sunday, 2 thru 5 April.

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41 CLUB NERJA

41 Club Nerja Going From Strength to Strength:
– 41 Club Nerja is delighted to report that we really are going from strength to strength, our membership continues to grow and our doors are open for more new members to join our vibrant Club.
– Do you remember in your local communities all the events that the Round Table and 41 Club organised? Yes! that’s us!
– Do you love getting out and about in our beautiful Axarquia area and also like the idea of being with people who enjoy life and help the local community too? Well, that’s also us! So please come along, meet us, see how we do things, and you don’t even need to have been a member previously.
– We enjoy a wide variety of exciting activities, interesting meetings and tasty meals in many of the lovely restaurants we have in our local area. Our get togethers are attended by our members (who hail from ten different countries) as well as our partners, guests, friends and family too. We’re a very friendly bunch.
To get in touch you can
Email us: briankaret@sky.com
Phone Brian on +34 643510605
You can connect with 41 Club Nerja via Facebook.
Or visit our website to find out more at: https://41clubnerja.org/ 
We’d love to hear from you and we’d also love for you to come along and join in the fun!

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Spring Gastronomic Days in Casabermeja:
Fri – Sun, 6 – 8 Mar
Participating restaurants and establishments offer tasting menus for 18 euros made with seasonal and local ingredients, or you can also choose between tapas and portions.
In addition, you can visit a product market with oils, cheeses, honey and handicrafts, among other items from producers in the region from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Likewise, the Casa de la Cabra Malagueña will hold open days, with visiting hours from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the morning and from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the afternoon.
Among the various activities planned are tastings of Malaga cheeses, ceramic workshops offered by the ceramics museum or a visit to the Molino de Hortelano museum/oil mill. For the little ones there will be face painting and crafts in Llanete de Arriba, where there will also be traditional games.
Info: https://www.casabermejaturismo.es/es/

 

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Warning Note: Possible high winds on Malaga & Granada Coasts until 1pm Friday. Alerts shown below.

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TONY ROAM TRANSPORT & REMOVALS

Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain:
Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK.
18 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Man & Van, Local & Long Distance Removals
No subcontracting, all collection and delivery in house.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 60 cubic meters up to 5.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request.
Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
This and a current Operators licence are a legal requirement.
Our International Operators Licence No UKGB / OG2043664
We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander or Bilbao / Portsmouth or Plymouth Ferry.
For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website http://www.tonyroamremovals.com
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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GREEK CASITA RESTAURANT & BAR

The Greek House – Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar –Torrox Costa: Now with Sunday Lunch!
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Moussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert… HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet and exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 6:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/ We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

   

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ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES & JUBILEE HOUSE

ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES IN THE AXARQUIA REGION:
Do you have health or mobility issues?
Would support enable you to remain independent in your own home?
Liz Brown, probably the only nurse registered to practice in Andalucia to hold the ENB 941 (Specialist qualification in care of the older person), together with her fully insured and police checked home care support team offers one-on-one support and companionship in the comfort of your own home. COE Malaga reg. 17425
HOME CARE/NURSE SUPPORT
Palliative care / Companionship / Health monitoring English Nurse / Hospital sitting / Respite at home / 24 hr live in care / Housekeeping / Correspondence & Communication / Medication collection & dispensing systems / Dressing, bathing & daily hygiene / Shopping & meal preparation / Fast response Falls Team / Provision of medical equipment such as wheelchairs and hoists
Email: info@englishnurse.care ; Website: https://englishnurse.live-website.com/
Tel: 951550581 or 692419548
JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox
5 ground floor individual units all en-suite
24-hour care at all stages from the English Nurse Care Team
Main language- English / Extensive sea views / Wheelchair accessible / Garden / Home cooking / Wifi / Air conditioning / Visiting physiotherapist, hairdresser, chiropodist and nutritionist
And we welcome guests for the day. Email: jubileehousetorrox@gmail.com
VACANCY- We are now able to accept a couple in spacious accommodation with en-suite facilities. Unique nurse-led facility, offering 1st class personalised care packages, tailored to individual needs. We support independent living. We have a dedicated, compassionate team of English speaking staff, visiting physio, chiropodist, hairdresser. 
To discuss your requirements or to arrange to view our beautiful accommodation on Torrox Costa please call Liz (RGN/Enferma-Malaga College) on ‪+34 692419548
We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

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DOCTORLAPTOP’S COMPUTER REPAIRS & SALES

DoctorLaptop’s Full Maintenance Clean & TuneUp: Common consumer level anti-virus programs are ineffective against today’s AI generated malware! Identity theft & home title theft are on the rise in Malaga– Every week I see a few clients with hacked computers who thought, “Well, it seemed to be running ok”. Take responsibility for your digital security or you’ll only have yourself to blame when your accounts get hijacked.
If you rely on your computer and want it running at peak performance, free of malware, password stealers, data collectors and trackers, an annual professional servicing is necessary. You wouldn’t drive your car till it runs out of oil before servicing it, would you? I do the most comprehensive cleaning and tune-up possible: verify all System files replacing any found to be corrupt, test all hardware and do hard disk sector repairs if needed, use 5 tool malware/adware/spyware/tracker removal protocol, clean out junk files/logs/history/etc., update Windows+all drivers+programs and finally optimize your settings and registry for fastest overall performance.
Heavily infected comps, computers taking more than 2 minutes to startup or shutdown, or showing error messages– those need a repair, not a maintenance service, ask for rates. HDD hard disks of 1000Gb or more add €10.
DoctorLaptop’s Computer Repairs- Torrox Costa
Windows & Linux computers only. No tablets or phones.
I don’t work on computers made before 2019 unless I have been servicing then annually.
Contact: doctorlaptop AT protonmail DOT com
or call 675 993 069 (no calls before 12noon, missed calls returned asap). Always include the make & model number of the device when requesting assistance.

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BUY / SELL / TRADE / RENT / WANTED

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For Sale: 9x Danish 2030Box Single Beds.
Central sprung area. No need for additional mattress. Mattress topper included. Very clean.
Translation of label in photo: “Double spring box mattress with quilted sides. Bottom spring layer consists of 150 pcs.
Bonnell springs (1.9) per m2 and top spring layer consists of 114 pcs. Bonnell springs (2.2) per m2. 25 mm foam padding.”
Reason for sale – don’t need – they came with the house and I need the space.
Will sell individually 20€ or 160€ for all 9. Buyer collects.
Nick, La Herradura
keelsway at yahoo dot co dot uk 

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NEWS & ARTICLES

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SPAIN

The Latest Spanish Train Scandal– Adamuz Derailment Evidence Tampering: {Translation, summary}
– Mario Samper, spokesman for the platform representing those affected by the Adamuz railway accident, has called for an end to any further contamination, concealment of evidence, or falsification of data relating to the disaster. He expressed his confidence in the justice system to ensure a thorough, transparent, and impartial investigation. Samper was speaking on the same day that the black boxes from the two trains involved were opened in Madrid. The crash, which occurred on Sunday, 18 January, killed 46 people and injured over 120.
– Samper stated that while the black box data would provide technical details, the broad outline of what happened was already known. He criticised the Administrator of Railway Infrastructures for removing material from the site without judicial authorisation, an act he described as illegal and damaging to the investigation’s integrity. He expressed outrage that a company could interfere with evidence in this way.
– The spokesman also noted that a week after the platform’s formation, which now has over 180 members, there has been no official contact with any administration beyond the provincial level. However, he welcomed the Andalusian regional government’s decision to join the legal proceedings, hoping it would increase pressure to uncover the truth. While the victims understand the legal process will be lengthy, their primary concern is preventing any further interference with the evidence. Samper concluded by expressing scepticism that anyone would ultimately assume political responsibility for the accident, but confirmed the platform would continue to demand it. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-victimas-adamuz-piden-no-haya-mas-contaminacion-falsificacion-pruebas-confiamos-justicia-20260305091000.html 

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The Financial Times wonders if Sánchez “is about to suffer Trump’s wrath” for having gone “too far” against the US: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Prime Minister’s escalating confrontation with Donald Trump over the Iran war has raised questions about whether he has overreached. Beyond blocking US use of Spanish military bases for strikes on Iran, Sanchez has issued harsh condemnations of American and Israeli actions, comparing them to the 2003 Iraq invasion. Most audaciously, he has insinuated that some leaders use war to distract from domestic failures, a charge of breath-taking hypocrisy from a politician who habitually invents external conflicts to conceal his own difficulties at home.
– After years of latent tension, Sanchez now stands as the only EU leader openly defying Trump, a stance that has made him a convenient symbol for the MAGA movement’s critique of a European left perceived as soft on defence, China and migration. The confrontation has attracted criticism from figures like Elon Musk.
– Yet domestically, the calculation appears cynically effective. Picking a fight with Trump has proven popular with Sanchez’s left-wing base and even with some otherwise unsympathetic Spanish voters. Whether this short-term political gain justifies provoking a sitting American president, potentially jeopardising a long-standing military alliance while causing economic chaos, remains the unanswered question.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/financial-times-se-pregunta-si-sanchez-esta-punto-sufrir-ira-trump-por-haber-ido-demasiado-lejos-contra-eeuu_6942165_0.html 

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Sanchez proclaims “No to war!”… Then Spain sends a military frigate to Cyprus, after denying its involvement in the war against Iran, already has 1000 troops in war zone: {Translation, summary}
– Spain is deploying its most advanced frigate, the ‘Cristóbal Colón’, to Cyprus alongside the French carrier ‘Charles de Gaulle’ and Greek naval vessels. The ship, which recently completed Baltic exercises, will provide air defence and support potential evacuations, complementing Spanish Patriot batteries in Turkey. Defence Minister Margarita Robles confirmed the mission, framing it as Spain’s commitment to EU defence and its eastern border. – The deployment coincidently follows a diplomatic clash in which the White House claimed Spain had agreed to cooperate with the US military, a statement both the Foreign Minister and Defence Minister later publicly denied. However, Robles also noted that in addition to the frigate deployment, Spain’s other military contributions to the Iran war effort include 1,000 troops stationed in Lebanon and Iraq. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/espana-envia-fragata-militar-chipre-negar-participacion-guerra-iran_2026030569a94ea66cf703292f62313d.html 

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Sanchez makes unwise statements for political gain and citizens pay the price– did he forget more than 44% of gas delivered to Spain comes from the US?: {Translation, summary}
– A diplomatic dispute between Spain and the US, triggered by Spain’s refusal to let US forces use its bases in the Iran conflict, threatens nearly €47 billion in bilateral trade. While exports like wine and machinery are at risk, Spain’s greater vulnerability lies in energy, as the US is now its primary gas supplier.
– In January, US gas imports jumped to 44.4% of the total, surpassing Algeria. Experts warn that the US could pressure companies to halt energy exports to Spain, forcing it into costly competition with Asian buyers for alternative supplies from Algeria or Nigeria, particularly dangerous amid the Middle East war and potential Strait of Hormuz disruption.
– Although EU trade deals offer some protection, Spain’s limited gas connection with France heightens its exposure. A Spanish law caps any single supplier at 50%, mitigating dominance risk. However, major firms like Naturgy, with significant US supply contracts, are directly exposed to the worsening diplomatic rift.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/mayor-riesgo-para-espana-amenaza-trump-esta-energia-mas-44-gas-viene-eeuu_6941977_0.html 

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The war in Iran drives up electricity prices by another 60% in just 24 hours: {Translation}
– The average price of electricity in the wholesale market reflects the increase in the price of gas caused by the United States intervention in Iran. It rises this Thursday by 59.5%, standing at 90.14 euros per megawatt hour (MWh) compared to 56.51 euros on Wednesday. It thus reaches its highest level since last 20 January, the last day it was above 100 euros per MWh.
– According to the latest data from the Operator of the Iberian Electricity Market (OMIE), the 90.14 euros per MWh represents an increase of 230% compared to the 27.38 euros of Thursday last week. It also represents a rise of 1,300% on the 6.30 euros of a month ago, on 5 February. Furthermore, in the year-on-year comparison, this Thursday sees a price increase of 14.3%. On 5 March last year the price was 78.88 euros per MWh. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/guerra-iran-dispara-precio-luz-sube-otro-60-apenas-24-horas_6942179_0.html 

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga is the province where rent delinquencies are rising the most- “Tenants’ ability to pay has reached its limit”:
{Translation, summary}
– Malaga is the Spanish province with the sharpest rise in rent arrears, increasing by 21.5% in the last year, according to a study by the Rental Observatory. The report concludes that the escalation of rents is exhausting tenant solvency, placing Malaga among the most unbalanced markets leading the country in non-payment.
– Average debt per defaulting tenant in Malaga is around 10,000 euros. Rent consumes 38% of household income in the province, well above the 30% considered safe; and the average of 2.1 contributors per flat indicates many people share housing out of necessity. A separate Foessa Foundation report reveals 200,000 people in Malaga live in households that fall below the poverty line after paying housing costs {Hey, a club that will accept me! -Ed.}. The study warns that wage growth has not kept pace with rising rents, increasing default risk. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/malaga-provincia-sube-morosidad-alquiler-capacidad-pago-llega-limite-20260304122222-nt_amp.html 

TORROX

The historic El Morche football field faces its demolition after more than sixty years on the beach: {Translation, summary}
– Coastal authorities have ordered the demolition of the 60-year-old El Morche football pitch in Torrox Costa {pic}, as it sits on public maritime-terrestrial domain. The historic earth pitch, built before the 1988 Coastal Law, will be removed following the inauguration of the ‘nearly finished’ new sports complex nearby in November 2025. The restoration aims to return the area to its natural beach characteristics, improving public use and landscape values. Work is scheduled to begin from 9 March. Torrox Council plans to file objections, not to contest the demolition but to seek guarantees that the El Morche Fair, traditionally held on the site each August, can continue there. The new ‘Antonio Gonzalez’ complex, costing nine million euros, ended a decades-long anomaly of a permanent sports facility on the beach, though its stands and complementary areas remain unfinished. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/historico-campo-futbol-morche-afronta-derribo-tras-20260302125040-nt_amp.html 

MIDDLE EAST

France authorises US aircraft to use its bases in the Middle East: {Translation}
– France announced on Thursday that it has authorised US aircraft to use its bases in the Middle East, in the midst of a campaign of attacks on Iran, justifying this move as a contribution to the protection of its partners in the region, according to sources from the Army General Staff. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/internacional/francia-autoriza-que-aviones-utilicen-sus-bases-oriente-medio_2026030569a96308d489bf782e0bfafc.html 

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Rutte says there is ‘massive’ NATO support for Trump’s war and highlights Spain’s role: {Translation, summary}
– NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has confirmed that allied nations are providing “massive” and “key enabling support” to the US and Israeli operation to dismantle Iran’s nuclear programme, exposing a contradiction in the Spanish government’s position.
– While Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez publicly maintains a “no to war” stance and has refused use of the Rota and Morón bases, Rutte emphasised that Spain, as a full NATO member, cannot shirk its responsibilities and is already providing crucial logistical support, including the Patriot system in Turkey. The tension with the Trump administration has escalated, with US officials threatening trade consequences and accusing Sánchez of putting American lives at risk. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/internacional/oriente-medio/2026-03-05/rutte-dice-que-hay-un-apoyo-masivo-de-la-otan-a-la-guerra-de-trump-y-destaca-el-papel-de-espana-7369376/ 

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How Israel killed Ayatollah Khamenei with a missile from space:
– Israel used a powerful ballistic missile that flew to the edge of space before plummeting to Earth and blasting Iran’s supreme leader and dozens of his top henchmen last Saturday. The Blue Sparrow, a missile that can fly for 1,240 miles and leaves the Earth’s atmosphere before crashing down, was used by Israel during Operation Epic Fury, killing Khamenei and his cohorts on Saturday. So intense was the impact of the missile that debris was found in western Iraq, according to Israeli sources.
– The missile’s ability to exit and re-enter the Earth’s atmosphere make them nearly impossible to intercept, allowing the bombs to clear Iran’s defense systems. Blue Sparrows are typically launched from fighter jets, with their booster rockets taking them to space so the bombs may hover over their intended target. The Blue Sparrow was originally designed to evade air defense systems given their high speed, with Israel believed to have used them during the 2024 assault on Iran. Full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/world-news/how-israel-killed-ayatollah-khamenei-with-a-missile-from-space/

 

HEALTH

Antonio Sanz has no answers- links the collapse of the Clínico’s emergency department to a period of high demand for healthcare services: {Translation, summary}
– Unions at Malaga’s Virgen de la Victoria Clinical Hospital have declared a state of “extreme gravity and overcrowding” in the A&E department, reporting 22 patients awaiting ward beds on Tuesday, including cases of myocardial infarction, cerebral haemorrhage, pancreatitis and traumatic brain injury. Three patients had waited over 48 hours, far exceeding reasonable time limits.
– Health Councillor Antonio Sanz {pic} attributed the collapse to winter demand peaks, stating that reinforcement measures and reorganisation are implemented during these periods. {Dude, that’s the whole point– those measures have failed miserably. -Ed.}
– However, hospital professionals contradict this, asserting that patient numbers are now high all year round, not limited to summer or winter. The Clinical Hospital serves over one million people in Malaga’s expansion zone without any expansion since 1989, making it the only hospital in the province without an expansion project. Staff report that bed shortages have led to suspended operations and tests of all kinds.
– Despite clear evidence to the contrary, including testimonies of the workers and patients, Sanz maintains that a high attendance plan exists to address such situations with rapid organisational decisions and reinforcements. {So what? An old, ineffective plan exists. That is not a solution to a problem that the plan obviously failed to solve. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga-capital/antonio-sanz-vincula-colapso-urgencias-clinico-periodo-alta-demanda-malaga-20260305134251-nt_amp.html 

 

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Dr. Manuel Viso warns about the invisible effects of tattoos on your body- “They don’t just stay on the skin.”: {Translation, summary}
– Health educator Manuel Viso warns that tattoos are not merely cosmetic but permanently interact with the immune system. When ink is injected, it travels through the lymphatic system to lymph nodes, where immune cells called macrophages attempt to digest the foreign particles but cannot, leading to chronic inflammation as the cells continuously die and regenerate. Some studies suggest possible links to melanoma and lymphoma, though more research is needed. Viso notes that red ink appears particularly problematic and that in large tattoos, ink particles may reach organs like the liver or kidneys. He highlights that until 2022, inks lacked unified regulation, and the EU’s REACH programme now controls potentially carcinogenic heavy metals in pigments. Despite these risks, Viso emphasises the importance of informed decision-making and precautions, as the long-term effects of ink reaching vital organs remain unknown. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/salud/bienestar/medico-manuel-viso-alerta-efectos-invisibles-tatuajes-organismo-quedan-solo-piel-b50m_2026030569a96ed86cf703292f626352.html 

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– Malaga weather: storm Regina eases on Thursday but rain returns on Friday
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/storm-regina-gives-malaga-respite-thursday-but-20260305090702-nt.html
– Roman Malaga rises: Thyssen Museum opens long-awaited ‘buried city’ to public– offers an immersive journey into the 1st-century salt-fish industry and domestic life of ancient Malaca {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/roman-malaga-rises-thyssen-museum-opens-longawaited-20260304172420-nt.html
– Sinatra, the ‘Gestapo’ and Fidel Castro in Malaga – the 1964 Pez Espada arrest and declassified files
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/sinatra-the-gestapo-and-fidel-castro-malaga-20260304112723-nt.html
– Andalucía train crash: Guardia Civil suspect document manipulation in fatality probe
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/the-guardia-civil-detects-possible-manipulations-key-20260303142839-nt.html

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CHURCHES & WORSHIP

Churches: Please submit your posts on Thursdays only, before 6pm.

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DOG ADOPTIONS

Axarquia Animal Rescue – Voluntary Charity – non profit organisation:
CIF G93245116 ; Charity Number 10567 (Spain)
Email: axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com
Website: www.axarquiaanimalrescue.com
– 2 Beautiful female dogs looking for their own homes. Both medium in size.
– Willow is 5 years old, great with other dogs and children, you can take her anywhere and she will love all the attention. 
– Nina 1 year old, good with other dogs, full of fun and energy.
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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HUMOUR & DIVERSIONS SECTION

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Andalucia- The Stone Villages of Spain Most Travelers Never See- 4K Travel Documentary:
Discover limestone villages tucked beneath overhanging rock, UNESCO-recognized cities rich in architecture, hidden reservoirs shimmering like glass, and mountain landscapes that remain untouched by mass tourism. This is Andalucia beyond the postcards — quieter, older, and profoundly connected to the land. Video Link

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Cinesur El Ingenio Films schedule: You can find the film schedule at this link. Films tagged as (VOSE) are in the original language with Spanish subtitles. 
https://www.cinesur.com/es/cine/mk2-cinesur-el-ingenio

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

2025 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view: (Will be updated to 2026 when the town halls get around to posting them)
Algarrobo 
Competa 
Malaga 
Nerja 
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‘ 2026 “, 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

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)

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
Bus Info: https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/our-destinations/regional
Currency Converter: https://www.x-rates.com/calculator/?from=EUR&to=GBP&amount=1
Internet Speed Test: http://beta.speedtest.net/
Local Bank Holidays: http://www.officeholidays.com/countries/spain/index.php  UK Newspaper Front Pages and Worldwide Newspapers All On One Site: https://www.thepaperboy.com/uk/front-pages.cfm

Check All Lottery Results Here: Updated daily. 
https://www.20minutos.es/loterias/

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/

DoctorLaptop’s Homepage: https://doctorlaptop-repairs.webnode.com/

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