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DigameXtra Holiday Schedule: DigameXtra will be closed for these holidays. Posts scheduled for 25/12 will be posted the day before, posts scheduled for 26/12 will be posted the following Monday, so time your submissions appropriately.
– Thursday & Friday, 25 & 26 Dec, Christmas break. (25 Dec is a Spanish Public Holiday)
– Thursday & Friday, 1 & 2 Jan 2026, New Years break. (1 Jan, 2026 is a Spanish Public Holiday)
– Tuesday, 6 Jan 2026, Epiphany (Spanish Public Holiday)
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Villa de Nerja Cultural Center- Upcoming Events:
Info: https://www.giglon.com/todos?city=Nerja
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Greek Casita Restaurant, Torrox Costa:
OPEN CHRISTMAS NIGHT, from 7pm, Thursday, 25 Dec.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
Call 642 585 049 to reserve tables.
Block 80, bajo, Paseo Maritimo, Torrox Costa.
Between Safari Bar and Picadero Restaurant.
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Mississippi Gospel Choir: Sat, 10 Jan, 17:30
Fycma – Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga.
Avenida Ortega y Gasset, 201, Malaga 29006
The Mississippi Gospel Choir, made up of 20 passionate artists, offers us an intense journey from 19th-century spiritual songs to a tribute to protest songs and freedom marches, including such well-known songs as Oh Happy Day!
The great voices of black music return to our country for the eighteenth time, this time with a renewed proposal seasoned with the rhythms of funk and blues. Hallelujah!
Info: https://fycma.com/evento/mississippi-gospel-choir/?lang=en
Tix (€48-€54): https://checkoutentradas2.elcorteingles.es/elcorteingles/select/2549754
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Retro Málaga 2026- Classic Car Show: Fri-Sun, 23-25 Jan
The classic, vintage and collectible car show Retro Málaga will be held on 23, 24 and 25 January 2026 at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga (FYCMA).
Once again this year, all lovers of classic and collector vehicles in the south of the country and especially in the Andalusian community have an unmissable date at the Malaga retro show par excellence, where you can find exhibitions, stands of accessories, spare parts, gifts, sale and purchase of classic cars and motorbikes, among many other contents. Info: https://fycma.com/evento/retro-malaga-2026/?lang=en
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ARCHGROVE TRANSPORT SERVICES
Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and Cambridgeshire.
We are part of the ADH Storage and Transportation company and as such have storage available in Competa and Puente Don Manuel. Very reasonable rates.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
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SPW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
Water Deposit Installations: Due to the ongoing drought and current water restrictions SPW Construction are currently offering the following service.
– Supply and installation of new above or below ground water deposits. 1000 litres up to 25000 litres. Delivered and installed, all relevant plumbing. All work warrantied.
– We can also advise you or help to organise water deliveries from local suppliers.
Selling Your House? SPW Construction can offer you a bespoke package to prepare your house for sale.
Through our extensive relationships with Agents, buyers and sellers we understand what is required to present your home to potential purchasers.
Interior & Exterior decoration / Replacement bathrooms and Kitchens
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For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622938440
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Contact Bill, Torrox Pueblo – 643 585 075.
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NEWS & ARTICLES
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SPAIN
Check your Christmas Lottery ticket here:
– Remember that you have up to three months to collect your prize. In other words, the prizes of the draw expire on March 23, 2026.
https://www.20minutos.es/loterias/loteria-navidad/comprobar-numero-loteria-navidad-averigua-decimo-premiado_6902540_0.html
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Elma Saiz, new government spokeswoman and Milagros Tolón will be the Minister of Education in replacement of Pilar Alegría: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez has announced a limited reshuffle of his Government following the departure of Pilar Alegría. Elma Saiz {pic}, who continues as Minister for Inclusion and Social Security, has been appointed Government Spokesperson, while Milagros Tolón takes over the existing ministries of Education, Vocational Training and Sport. Sánchez thanked Alegría for her work over the past four and a half years, describing her record as outstanding, and wished her well in her new responsibilities in Aragón. He said her legacy would continue through Tolón, highlighting her academic background, her experience as the first female mayor of Toledo, her role in the Castilla La Mancha regional parliament, and her experience in education policy and dialogue. Sánchez also praised Saiz, noting Spain’s near 22 million Social Security contributors, and said she will be the voice of the Executive in the second half of the legislature. He ruled out a deep reshuffle, reaffirming confidence in his current Cabinet. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/elma-saiz-nueva-portavoz-gobierno-milagros-tolon-sera-ministra-educacion-sustitucion-pilar-alegria_6913434_0.html
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The PP accuses Sánchez of making appointments marked by corruption and scandals and of working to succeed Page: {Translation, summary}
– The Popular Party accuses Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez {pic} of making senior appointments linked to corruption allegations and PSOE scandals rather than renewing his government. They argue that appointing Milagros Tolón as Minister of Education reflects internal manoeuvring over the future succession of Emiliano García-Page, rather than a clean break from controversy. The PP also attacks the appointment of Elma Sáiz as government spokesperson, highlighting her past role in the Government of Navarre, which they claim awarded contracts to a corrupt network. In Aragón, they criticise the choice of Pilar Alegría as candidate, citing her lunch with former Moncloa adviser Paco Salazar after allegations of sexual harassment were already known. According to the PP, these decisions show Sánchez’s failure to interpret electoral setbacks, particularly in Extremadura, and his persistence in backing figures they describe as tainted by corruption or scandal, reinforcing what they portray as a wider credibility crisis for the PSOE.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-pp-acusa-sanchez-hacer-nombramientos-marcados-corrupcion-escandalos-trabajar-suceder-page-20251222100429.html
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Far-right surge in western Spain shapes outcome of regional election, huge losses for the Socialists as VOX more than doubles:
– Spain’s far-right Vox party doubled its seats in the Extremadura region in Sunday’s election, complicating coalition talks with poll leaders the conservative People’s Party and highlighting its strength ahead of other regional votes next year.
– The PP won 29 seats, one more than in 2023 but four short of a majority, while Vox rose to 11 seats from five, again leaving the conservatives reliant on far-right backing to govern.
– The Socialist Party fell to 18 seats from 28 in one of its historic strongholds. Days earlier, the party had apologised for failures in handling sexual harassment complaints, prompting criticism from coalition partners and the opposition.
Sunday’s election extends a rightward shift in Extremadura that began in 2023, with the combined PP–Vox bloc now taking just over 60% of ballots cast. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/far-right-surge-western-spain-shapes-outcome-regional-election-2025-12-22/
ANDALUCÍA
The Regional Government activates a single platform to manage all business procedures: {Translation, summary}
– The Junta de Andalucía is set to launch a new digital platform, Carpeta Empresas y Autónomos, designed as a single, secure access point for administrative procedures affecting large companies, SMEs and self employed workers. The platform provides access to 420 procedures and introduces tools such as a calendar with deadlines, relevant events and appointment management.
– Available both online and via a mobile app, it also includes a grants search engine and automatic notifications to prevent missed deadlines. A key feature allows companies to check whether they are up to date with obligations to bodies such as the Andalusian and State Tax Agencies and Social Security. According to Raúl Jiménez, head of the Digital Agency of Andalucía, the service prioritises clarity, simplicity and time saving for businesses. Developed through a participatory process with sector representatives, it builds on the earlier Carpeta Ciudadana platform, which facilitates citizens’ dealings with the Junta across hundreds of procedures.
Info & apps: https://www.juntadeandalucia.es/servicios/tramites/servicios-digitales/carpeta-empresas-autonomos.html
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/junta-activa-plataforma-unica-gestionar-tramites-empresariales-20251222000217-nt_amp.html
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European justice rules again against wastewater management in Andalucia: {Translation, summary}
– The Court of Justice of the European Union has again ruled against Spain over failures in wastewater management, with Andalucía accounting for 17 of the more than fifty non compliant urban areas. The court backed the European Commission, opening the possibility of a new fine for repeated breaches of EU discharge rules. This would be the second sanction in eight years, following penalties imposed since 2018 for untreated sewage in areas such as Alhaurín el Grande. Despite accelerated investment by the central government and the Junta de Andalucía in treatment plants, the court found continued non compliance with EU wastewater directives. Since 2018, Spain has paid around 100 million euros in fines, which ultimately fall on regional or local authorities. Since 2018, the Junta de Andalucía has been paying more than 600,000 euros every six months for the lack of sewage treatment in Alhaurín el Grande-Málaga Norte, a sanction for which it must continue to respond until there is a treatment plant in accordance with the standard.
– The ruling itself declares the breaches rather than imposing sanctions, but further penalties may follow if deadlines set by the Commission are missed. Poor wastewater treatment is highlighted as a serious environmental and public health risk. The judgment lists multiple affected municipalities and prompts renewed calls for overdue infrastructure reports and investment execution. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/justicia-europea-vuelve-fallar-gestion-aguas-residuales-andalucia_0_2005493775.html
AXARQUÍA
The eastern area of the Axarquía has benefited the most from the latest rains: {Translation, summary}
– The municipalities of Algarrobo, Nerja, and Torrox in the eastern Axarquía region received the heaviest rainfall last weekend due to a cold front. Algarrobo recorded nearly 43 litres per square metre, while Nerja and Torrox saw close to 40 and 38 litres, respectively. The rains boosted the La Viñuela reservoir by over two hectometres of water, marking significant gains. Snowfall on La Maroma, the highest peak in the Tejeda mountains, also led to a considerable drop in temperatures. Although rainfall in the higher Axarquía areas such as Colmenar and Alfarnatejo was less intense, La Viñuela still received nearly 24 litres over the weekend. The reservoir’s current water level is 44.11% of its total capacity.
– Looking ahead, the forecast predicts more rain in the Axarquía, with the possibility of storms on Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th, Christmas Eve. Precipitation could spread, though not with significant intensity, throughout most of the week. On the coast, maximum temperatures will be around 15°C, with minimums at approximately 7°C. In the inland areas of the region, maximums will be 11°C, with average minimums around 5°C. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-zona-oriental-de-la-axarquia-ha-sido-la-mas-beneficiada-por-las-ultimas-lluvias/
MALAGA PROVINCE
Torre del Mar and El Morche awarded the third prize of the Christmas Lottery with 90693: {Translation}
– The third prize of the Christmas Lottery, number 90693, has been widely distributed across the country and has been sold in Torre del Mar and El Morche, among other places. The lucky winners will receive 50,000 euros for each tenth ticket sold.
– The tickets were validated at the offices on Calle Angustias 10, in Torre del Mar, where four tenth tickets were sold, and at the tobacconist’s in El Morche, where a single tenth ticket was sold.
– In the province, it has also been sold in Málaga, Benalmádena and Estepona. The number has been very widely distributed throughout the country, being sold in municipalities such as Santa Fe, Granada, and in cities such as Madrid and Jaén. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torre-del-mar-y-el-morche-agraciados-con-el-tercer-premio-de-la-loteria-de-navidad-con-el-90693/
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
Dreambeach Festival begins a new chapter in Vélez-Málaga under the name Costa del Sol: {Translation, summary}
– Dreambeach changes from Almeria to the Costa del Sol! The Andalusian electronic music festival begins a new stage by moving to Vélez-Málaga, at the fairgrounds of Avenida Juan Carlos I. The organisation presents this change as an evolutionary step that will allow it to expand its artistic offer and offer a Top-level international line up.
– The comfort of attendees will be a priority in a venue with spectacular structures and four independent stages.
– Attendees will be able to enjoy two intense days, July 31 and August 1, with a line-up that will combine big international names, support for local talents and unique experiences within the new format of Dreambeach Costa del Sol. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-cultura/dreambeach-festival-inicia-nueva-etapa-velez-malaga-denominacion-costa-sol/202512221244433185995.html
MOTRIL
27 people arrested in Motril (Granada) in a macro-operation against illegal immigration: {Translation, summary}
– In Motril, Granada, the National Police arrested 27 people, all Colombian nationals, in a large-scale operation targeting illegal immigration and Social Security law violations. The operation, called ‘Bogotá’, included inspections of four nightlife venues frequented by Colombian residents and led to the identification of 74 individuals, with five administrative sanctions initiated.
– The investigation began following citizen complaints submitted via the police portal, which reported irregularities and alleged drug trafficking that caused public concern. Authorities suspected that these nightlife venues were involved in activities threatening public health and breaching immigration legislation. The coordinated operation involved multiple National Police units, the Labour and Social Security Inspection of Granada, and the Local Police. The 27 detainees are accused of facilitating illegal immigration and violating Social Security regulations. All have been brought before Court Number 4 of Motril, which was on duty at the time. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-detenidas-27-personas-motril-granada-macrooperacion-contra-inmigracion-ilegal-20251222132450.html
GRANADA
The passage of the latest storm leaves 30 centimetres of fresh snow in Sierra Nevada: {Translation}
– The storm that passed through this past weekend left 30 centimetres of fresh snow at the Sierra Nevada Ski Resort, which expects to reach 46 kilometres of skiable terrain on Monday.
– The Granada resort is approaching the start of the Christmas period with an estimated hotel occupancy rate of around 70 per cent and an improvement in snow conditions forecast thanks to the latest snowfall. Sierra Nevada has already finalised its Christmas programme with activities for all audiences, especially families.
– Santa Claus will appear on the slopes of the resort (23rd and 24th December), the best musicians of Sierra Nevada will perform in Borreguiles (27th, 28th and 29th December; 2 and 3 January), a Christmas market will offer traditional products in the Plaza de Andalucía (from 16 to 29 December), children’s films will entertain the little ones in the afternoons (2, 3 and 4 January) and the Three Kings will work their magic on the El Río slope (5 January). However, the most important Christmas event in Sierra Nevada will be the broadcast, for the first time in history, of the New Year’s Eve chimes from Plaza de Andalucía on Canal Sur Televisión.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-paso-ultima-borrasca-deja-30-centimetros-nieve-nueva-sierra-nevada-20251222130319.html
WORLD
Japan prepares to restart world’s biggest nuclear plant, 15 years after Fukushima:
– Japan took the final step to allow the world’s largest nuclear power plant to resume operations with a regional vote on Monday, a watershed moment in the country’s return to nuclear energy nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster. Since then, Japan has restarted 14 of the 33 that remain operable, as it tries to wean itself off imported fossil fuels.
– Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, located about 220 km (136 miles) northwest of Tokyo, was among 54 reactors shut after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami crippled the Fukushima Daiichi plant in the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/japan-prepares-restart-worlds-biggest-nuclear-plant-15-years-after-fukushima-2025-12-21/
FINANCIAL
Gold smashes past $4,400/oz (€3,740), Silver hits record high of $69.44/oz (€59.34):
– Gold crossed the $4,400-per-ounce level for the first time on Monday, propelled by expectations of U.S. rate cuts and continued safe-haven buying, while silver followed suit, soaring to a new record high. Spot gold climbed 1.7% to $4,410.54 per ounce as of 1139 GMT, after hitting a record high of $4,420.01 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures for February delivery rose 1.3% to $4,443.90 per ounce.
– Spot silver climbed 2.9% to $69.05 after hitting a new record high of $69.44 earlier in the session. Silver has risen 139% year-to-date, driven by an ongoing supply deficit, growing industrial needs and strong investment demand.
– Elsewhere, platinum jumped 5% to $2,072.01, hitting its highest in more than 17 years, while palladium climbed 3.7% to $1,776.69, hitting a near three-year high.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/gold-hits-record-high-fed-rate-cut-bets-silver-scales-fresh-peak-2025-12-22/
SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES
*Click links to read the English language articles*
– Fuengirola breaks tasty world record with 2,344 pizzas in a row {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/mijas-fuengirola/pizza-world-record-20251219065907-nt.html
– Bureaucracy costs each self-employed person in Spain some 200 hours in lost time and 3,000 euros per year
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/self-employed-autonomo-costs-20251219064708-nt.html
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CHURCHES & WORSHIP
Churches: Please submit your posts on Thursdays only, before 6pm.
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NEW LIFE CHURCH
New Life Church
– Sunday Service:
Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us on Sundays at 11.00am. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards.
– Prayer Meeting:
You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship.
– Jesus said: “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. (John 14:6)
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, 29780. Directions: Click Here
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: www.nlcnerja.com ; Facebook
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665626342.
For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).
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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:
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‘ 2025 “, click that to see calendar.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga.html
Petrol Prices, updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily:
https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/parte/diario/embalses
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
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