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Concert- Alberto Fer ‘acoustic’, a tribute to the 80s & 90s:
Friday, 13 March, 8pm. Auditorio Villa de Salobrena. €8.
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Andalusia Extreme 4×4 Championship– Torrox:
Starts: March 14, 2026 at 09:30 AM
Ends: March 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Torrox will host the 7th edition of Extreme 4×4, a spectacular motorsport event where off-road vehicles will test their power and skill on a circuit full of obstacles, impossible ramps, and jumps. This event combines adrenaline, technical skill, and excitement, transforming the town into a meeting point for motorsport and extreme sports enthusiasts. Tel: 675957257. Info: https://www.campeonatoextremo4x4.com/extreme-4×4-torrox-2026/ & Video Link
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SPAIN
Shameless Electioneering By Using Imaginary Taxpayer Funds To Buy An Election– How Can Sanchez Continue To Give Away Millions In New Subsidies Every Month When He Has No Budget? New Student Grants Announced: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish government led by Pedro Sanchez has announced the creation of the new Luisa Medrano Grants, reviving the Seneca programme abolished in 2013. These grants aim to promote student mobility between Spanish universities functioning as a domestic Erasmus scheme. Worth €8100 per student paid as a single sum the grants cover relocation costs for studying a full academic year in a different province with additional supplements for moves to or from the Balearic and Canary Islands.
– The programme has a dedicated budget of €18.8 million and is expected to benefit around 2300 students in its first year. However these funds do not exist in an administration without a budget, meaning the programme cannot proceed until a national budget is approved unless ‘alternate funding’, usually more public debt or EU recovery funds, can be allocated {Robbing Peter to pay Pedro? -Ed.}.
– Eligibility requires being an undergraduate who has completed 60 credits and awards are based primarily on academic grades with 5 per cent of places reserved for students with disabilities. Sanchez framed the initiative as investing in opportunities for all young people regardless of their birthplace. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanchez-anuncia-becas-900-euros-mes-para-universitarios-que-quieran-estudiar-otra-provincia-espanola_6943664_0.html
ANDALUCÍA
Flawed SAS Doctor Recruitment Endangers Rural Patients: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) has received a total of 134 applications to fill 125 family doctor positions in underserved areas, as part of the first merit-based competition launched by the Andalusian Regional Government for this purpose. This initiative, focused on strengthening healthcare in rural areas and those with structural challenges, responds to the need to guarantee equitable access to health services in the autonomous community. The offer included a total of 364 positions for underserved areas. Of these, 187 were for Primary Care , divided between 125 positions for family doctors and 62 for pediatricians. The selection process, based on a merit-based competition without an examination phase, primarily valued professional experience—which accounted for 60% of the score—in addition to other merits, which made up the remaining 40%. Special consideration was given to prior experience in positions considered hard to fill.
– The Andalusian Health Service’s plan to fill 125 family doctor posts via a merit-based competition, with no opposition phase, is a deeply flawed and dangerous approach to medical recruitment. By valuing professional experience as 60 per cent of the score, the system prioritises longevity over demonstrable current competence, allowing complacent or outdated practitioners, often with inferior third world training, to secure permanent positions without rigorous testing.
– The absence of competitive examinations means there is no guarantee of up-to-date clinical knowledge or skills, potentially endangering patients in these rural areas.
– This process, designed to quickly cover hard-to-fill vacancies, sacrifices quality control for administrative convenience. With only 134 applications for 125 posts, barely more than one applicant per position, the figures expose a desperate shortage of interested candidates rather than healthy demand. Patients in remote communities deserve better than a system that lowers standards to fill posts, rather than ensuring only the most capable doctors treat them.
– {Minister Sanz {pic} misrepresented the situation in his public statement: ‘We have made great progress, but we are committed to achieving greater equality, so that all Andalusians, wherever they live, have the best healthcare,’ said Minister Sanz. This recruitment was a dismal failure, not nearly the “great progress” he claims. Having only 1.07 applicants for each position is a disasterous response. In addition, history shows most of those medical workers who are selected by the SAS decline the offer. They typically apply to several positions throughout Spain, public & private, and usually accept jobs elsewhere, with better pay and working conditions than the SAS offers. Minister Sanz, a lawyer with absolutely no medical training, is proving to be no better, and quite possible worse, than the failed Health minister he replaced! No wonder we see both the rapid growth of the private healthcare systems in Andalucia, and the constant medical worker strikes. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/sanidad-recibe-134-solicitudes-125-plazas-medico-familia-zonas-dificil-cobertura/202603091249033225191.html
MALAGA CITY
36-year-old man in a coma after surprising a thief who was stealing from his car: {Translation, summary}
– A 36-year-old man remains in a coma and in critical condition after suffering a brutal attack in the Guadalmar area of Malaga, after surprising a thief who was allegedly stealing from his car. The victim is hospitalized at the Regional Hospital of Málaga after suffering a severe head injury caused by numerous blows with brass knuckles. Medical reports indicate that he remains on a ventilator due to the severity of his injuries.
– During the emergency room visit, doctors also discovered that he had a knife blade about seven centimetres long embedded in his skull, so he had to undergo surgery to remove it.
– The incident occurred in the early afternoon of Friday, March 6 , when the man went to retrieve his vehicle and caught an individual stealing from inside . When he confronted the suspect, the suspect reacted by attacking him with extreme violence. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/hombre-queda-coma-tras-sorprender-ladron-robando-en-su-coche-malaga/
TORROX
The mayor of Torrox demands urgent measures from the Spanish Government in response to the continuous power cuts in the municipality: {Translation, summary}
– The Mayor of Torrox has demanded urgent government action to stabilise the electricity supply after persistent power cuts caused public anger and damaged local businesses, with some firms losing up to 1,500 euros. He noted that provincial business groups have already warned the Prime Minister about the saturated power grid in Malaga, which threatens new commercial and industrial projects.
– The Mayor insisted residents and entrepreneurs cannot endure this instability, which disrupts daily life and the local economy, particularly in tourism and services. He called for immediate investment to reinforce the grid and prevent further occurrences. The Town Hall will keep pressing the authorities to secure proper infrastructure for the town’s economic and social development.
– {In Torrox Costa this past Saturday morning I experienced a 2hr power outage, followed by another 20min outage. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-alcalde-de-torrox-exige-al-gobierno-de-espana-medidas-urgentes-ante-los-continuos-cortes-de-luz-en-el-municipio/
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
Vélez-Málaga will hold the second edition of the Mule Stone Dragging Competition: {Translation, summary}
– The Second Stone Dragging with Mules Contest will take place on 21 March in Velez-Malaga, organised by the Horse Association with the Town Hall’s support, following last year’s success. Participants will demonstrate their skill in this traditional equine discipline. The event, featuring three mule size categories, will award prizes totalling 1,800 euros, with 300 euros for first place in each category.
– Festivities begin at 10:30 am at Santo Chiquito, including a lunch break, with the awards at 6:15 pm. Entry is 20 euros per animal. Councillor Jesus Maria Claros and association president Juan Carlos Marin highlighted the event’s role in celebrating local agricultural traditions and fostering community spirit, inviting families and horse enthusiasts to enjoy a day of competition and coexistence.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/velez-malaga-celebra-sabado-21-marzo-segunda-edicion-concurso-arrastre-piedras-con-mulos-en-santo-chiquito/
MIDDLE EAST
NATO defences with Spanish support intercept another Iranian missile in Turkish airspace: {Translation, summary}
– The conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate, with Nato intercepting a second Iranian ballistic missile over Turkey in a week, causing no casualties but prompting strong warnings from Ankara.
– Spanish forces deployed in Turkey participated in monitoring the device. Spain maintains a Patriot anti-missile defence system at the Incirlik air base, used by several Nato countries. The latest interception occurred amidst ongoing cross-border attacks between Israel and Iran, following a US-led offensive. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/las-defensas-otan-interceptan-otro-misil-irani-espacio-aereo-turquia_6943661_0.html
ENERGY CRISIS
Fears of an energy crisis due to the war in Iran send oil prices soaring above $100 and catapult gas prices higher: {Translation, summary}
– The escalating conflict involving Iran has triggered extreme volatility in commodity markets, with Brent crude oil surging well above $100 per barrel, spiking at $120 before a small retreat, for the first time since 2022, confirming analyst fears of a deepening energy crisis.
– This price spike stems from the effective closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil shipments, compounded by major producers including Iraq, the UAE, and Kuwait halting output due to storage constraints. The potential succession of Mojtaba Khamenei in Iran threatens to prolong regional instability. In response, G7 finance ministers, alongside Spain’s European partners, are considering an emergency release of strategic oil reserves coordinated by the International Energy Agency.
– US President Trump dismissed the price surge as a necessary cost for security, while his Energy Secretary confirmed no plans to target Iranian energy infrastructure despite repeated Israeli strikes on Iranian facilities. Spanish consumers face immediate consequences, with petrol prices approaching two euros per litre as crude’s near-40% rebound since the conflict’s onset filters through to the pumps. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/precio-petroleo-supera-los-100-dolares-por-barril-por-guerra-contra-iran_6943376_0.html
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Putin offers Europe to resume energy supplies if there is long-term cooperation: {Translation, summary}
– Russian President Vladimir Putin offered Europe a resumption of hydrocarbon supplies on Monday, expressing Moscow’s readiness for long-term energy cooperation free from political pressure. Speaking at a meeting with executives from Gazprom, Rosneft and Transneft, Putin framed the offer as a response to growing uncertainty over Middle Eastern energy supplies following US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
– However, the Kremlin leader struck a defiant note, warning that Russia may pre-emptively suspend energy deliveries to Europe rather than wait for planned EU restrictions to take effect. Brussels intends to introduce additional curbs on Russian hydrocarbons, including liquefied natural gas, from April, with a possible full ban by 2027.
– Putin instructed the government to assess redirecting supplies to more attractive markets where demand is stable and relationships are solid. He cautioned that reorganising Middle Eastern oil flows to Europe without using the Strait of Hormuz is unrealistic, requiring significant time and infrastructure investment, and warned that lost volumes cannot be compensated quickly.
– The European Commission dismissed fears of shortages but expressed concern over potential price rises. G7 nations are considering coordinated releases from strategic reserves to monitor the situation closely. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-putin-ofrece-europa-retomar-suministro-energetico-si-hay-cooperacion-largo-plazo-20260309175137.html
TECH
This is why you should restart your mobile phone every week: {Translation, summary}
– Restarting your mobile phone at least once a week is a simple but effective measure recommended by the US National Security Agency (NSA) to prevent certain cyberattacks. Sophisticated threats like zero-click exploits, used by spyware such as Pegasus, can infect devices without any user interaction, simply by being powered on and connected. Rebooting interrupts malicious processes running in the background, clears temporary memory access, and forces attackers to re-establish their foothold, making persistent surveillance more difficult. This practice is part of broader digital hygiene, including regular software updates, strong passwords, and disabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use. Some experts, including the Australian Prime Minister, advocate for daily restarts to further reduce vulnerability. For high-risk individuals like journalists, additional precautions are advised. Instructions for properly restarting both iPhones and Android devices involve powering off completely and waiting at least 30 seconds before turning on again. {Do not use ‘restart’, shut down fully, then after a break you can restart it. Some sources suggest a 5min off time is better. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/ciberseguridad/motivo-debes-reiniciar-movil-cada-semana-segun-agencia-seguridad-eeuu_5724355_0.html
FINANCIAL
Euribor hits 11-month high amid fears of inflation spike due to war in Iran: {Translation, summary}
– Escalating conflict in the Middle East, involving US and Iranian actions, is driving up the Euribor due to fears of a prolonged energy crisis and renewed inflation. The 12-month Euribor has reached its highest level in nearly a year, rising consistently since late February. This increase threatens to raise mortgage costs for households, many of which have recently enjoyed stable or falling payments. Potential borrowers also face higher interest rates, which could cool the property market. The outlook depends on the conflict’s duration and its impact on energy prices. While some analysts predict a short conflict, sustained high energy costs could force the ECB to raise interest rates further, a possibility already being priced in by financial markets. Spanish households with mortgages could be directly affected by these Euribor-linked increases. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/euribor-alcanza-maximos-11-meses-por-miedo-un-repunte-inflacion-por-guerra-iran_6943635_0.html
OTHER
SPECIAL FEATURED ARTICLE – EU Takes Another Step Towards Communism- Von der Leyen believes the EU “can no longer rely” on a rules-based system and questions whether it is “an obstacle”: {Translation in full}
– The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has stated that the European Union “can no longer rely” on an international system based on rules as “the only way” to defend its interests against threats, and has even questioned whether it is “more of a help or a hindrance” to the credibility of the Community bloc as a geopolitical actor. In an address at the annual conference of EU ambassadors held this Monday in Brussels, the head of the Community Executive argued that Europe “can no longer be the guardian of the old world order” and of a world “that is already gone and will not return,” despite always supporting the rules-based system built after the Second World War. “We will always defend and support the rules-based system we helped build with our allies, but we can no longer rely on it as the only way to defend our interests, nor assume that its rules will protect us from the complex threats we face,” the German conservative maintained.
– Von der Leyen called for an “urgent” reflection on whether the doctrine and the “decision-making processes” designed “in a post-war world characterised by stability and multilateralism” have kept pace “with the changes around us” and whether the international rules-based order “is more of a help or a hindrance to the EU’s credibility as a geopolitical actor.”
– After admitting that her message “is tough” and that behind it lies “a difficult conversation,” she called for “building” a European path of “its own” and finding “new ways to cooperate” with its partners, on the basis that the EU needs “a more realistic foreign policy guided by interests.”
SHE SEES DEBATE OVER THE ORIGIN OF THE WAR AS STERILE
– The Community president called for not entering into debate over whether the open war in the Middle East following the attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran was “necessary” or “chosen,” while also arguing that “no tears should be shed” for the Tehran regime, which has inflicted “death” and “repression” on its own people. “You will hear different opinions on whether the conflict in Iran is a chosen war or a necessary war. But I believe this debate partly misses the central point. Because Europe must focus on the reality of the situation, see the world as it is today,” she argued.
– That being so, she recalled that “many Iranians, inside the country and across Europe and the world,” have celebrated the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, just as many other people throughout the region “hope that this moment could open a path towards a free Iran.” “The people of Iran deserve freedom, dignity and the right to decide their own future, even if we know that this process will be full of danger and instability during and after the war,” the German politician continued during her speech.
– However, Von der Leyen warned of the “unintended” consequences of the conflict initiated by the United States and Israel on 28 February, an event which in her view raises “existential questions” about the future of the international rules-based order or about how Europe “finds unity in these situations.” “The ripple effect is already a reality today, whether in energy and finance, trade and transport, or the displacement of people,” she observed, also recalling the attack on a British military base in Cyprus or citizens caught in the crossfire in the region. And since Europe “will be affected by what happens in the world,” she rejected the idea of “simply retreating and withdrawing from this chaotic world” as it seems to her “a fallacy.” “I believe it is vital that we understand this as we shape our foreign policy for the next year,” she addressed the ambassadors.
DEBATE ON UNANIMITY AND SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE
– On another matter, the head of the Community Executive referred to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, warning that “Europe will always stand with Ukraine, no matter what happens elsewhere,” and will focus its efforts on ensuring “this horror and this bloodshed end.” But the war, in her opinion, “must end in a way that does not sow the seeds of future conflicts,” so they will continue working to achieve a peace agreement that guarantees “true long-term security” for Kyiv.
– What Ukraine needs now, she added, is “sustained financial support,” and in this context she referred to the 90 billion euro loan blocked by Budapest to finance the financial needs of Ukraine, with Hungary justifying it as a response to Kyiv blocking the passage of Russian crude oil to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline.
– “You have seen the difficulties we have faced in getting it through, even after the 27 leaders gave their approval. This brings us back to the point of whether our system is still capable of delivering results efficiently,” she stated in this regard, assuring that the EU “will meet its commitments” because its credibility and security depend on it. After questioning the unanimity system governing EU foreign policy decision-making, she applied “the same logic” to the enlargement of the Community bloc, stressing that despite the debate on how this process should be merit-based, it is of “paramount importance” to treat it as “a matter of common interest and security for Europe.” Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-von-der-leyen-cree-ue-ya-no-puede-confiar-sistema-basado-reglas-cuestiona-si-obstaculo-20260309111037.html
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2025 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view: (Will be updated to 2026 when the town halls get around to posting them)
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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.
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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:
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/
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