DigameXtra No. 3096 Thursday, Sept. 25th, 2025

On September 25, 2025September 24, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Cool & Groovy in Competa this Friday, 26 Sept:
Cool & Groovy will be playing live at Plaza Almijara in Competa this coming Friday from 8.30pm.
Acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin, banjo, harmonica and alto saxophone with 2 part harmonies.
Lots of fun and dancing.
Reservations: Casa Paco; 952 516 077. Pericos; 608 864 464. Taperia; 655 432 660.
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Feria Ganadera- Vélez-Málaga: Sat-Mon, 27-29 Sept.
[Livestock Fair] 3 days with stalls, demos, animal displays, and more.
– Saturday, 26 September
Bottle-feeding young goats – 12:00 and 17:00
– Sunday, 27 September
Bottle-feeding young goats – 12:00 and 17:00
Horseback ribbon race – 18:30
Prizes awarded to the three top participants and the youngest ‘ribbon-catcher’
– Monday, 28 September
Harness competition – 13:00–18:30, Paseo Andalucía

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International Tourism Day: Sat, 27 Sept, Malaga celebrates world tourism day, when all museums and monuments have free entry. Some are also organising guided tours and themed events.

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XXI edición de la Fiesta del Monfí– Cútar: Programme
[Festival of Andalusian Music, Crafts and Heritage in Cútar]
Sat & Sun, 4 & 5 Oct.
Cútar is transformed into a medieval town to revive the Arab, Jewish and Christian culture that left such a good legacy to the Axarquía. It is a festival that awakens all the senses because its streets are filled with colour, music, dance, smells and rich gastronomy.
Saturday 4th
10:00 – Provincial Chess Circuit, Villa de Cútar Chess Open & Children’s Tournament
12:00 – Soap workshop
13:00 – Concert: Sephardica Music in an Andalusian Garden
17:00 – Dramatized route Calamus and Lime with Ignacio Rey
18:00 – Ceramics workshop
19:30 – Lecture: Amin Chaachoo Semantic Meaning in Andalusian Music
20:00 – Concert: Al-Haiek Orchestra (Tetouan) A Tariqa of Spiritual Contemplation
22:00 – Concert: Banda Morisca
Sunday 5th
12:00 – Children’s cheese workshop
13:30 – Cheese-tasting workshop for adults
16:00 – Cookery workshop
17:00 – Dramatized route Calamus and Lime with Ignacio Rey
18:00 – Ceramics workshop
20:00 – Concert: Al-Haiek Orchestra with Amin Chaachoo Andalusian Music, Emotion and Imagination
Both Days
11:00–21:00 – Interpretation Centre open
Guided tours: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 20:00
Ongoing: Esparto grass, wood carving, leather and macramé workshops; falconry displays; exhibitions on rural tools, ancient trades and al-Andalus curiosities
Source: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-xxi-edicion-de-la-fiesta-del-monfi-transforma-a-cutar-en-un-pueblo-medieval-para-mostrar-su-amplio-legado-andalusi/ & Video Link

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For Sale: Chest of drawers, three bedside units (two shown), and vanity stool. Buyer collects. Price 90 Euros, ono. Contact Beth, Maro (Nerja) on WhatsApp 658642525.
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SPAIN

The EC squeezes Sánchez for corruption the day his brother is sent to trial: {Translation, summary}
– European Commissioner Michael McGrath {pic}, speaking at the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE), reminded Pedro Sánchez’s Government of persistent failures in Rule of Law obligations, coinciding with the Spanish courts’ decision to prosecute Sánchez’s brother for perversion of justice and influence peddling. McGrath highlighted unfulfilled EU mandates, including the creation of an anti-corruption agency, regulation of lobbying, and greater independence in conflict-of-interest cases, citing the ongoing case of Sánchez’s wife, Begoña Gómez.
– In a LIBE committee debate, the European People’s Party Secretary General Dolors Montserrat (MEP Spain) accused the Spanish Government of authoritarian drift, repeated attacks on judges and prosecutors, and ignoring EU recommendations. She charged Sánchez with slandering critics and using coordinated ministerial propaganda to protect his administration, party, and family from corruption claims. Montserrat further pointed to GRECO’s report (Group of States against Corruption), which found Spain in breach of 19 anti-corruption recommendations that they continue to flaunt. McGrath pledged that the Commission would use every tool to enforce compliance and stressed that defending Rule of Law in Spain is essential to protecting it across Europe. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2025-09-24/la-ce-aprieta-a-sanchez-por-la-corrupcion-el-dia-que-sientan-a-su-hermano-en-el-banquillo-7299307/

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Socialists ramp up amnesty negotiations to satisfy blackmailing Junts: {Translation, summaru}
– Spain faces yet another scandal in its institutions. Constitutional Court President Cándido Conde-Pumpido (progressive) has accelerated the processing of Carles Puigdemont’s appeal to extend the amnesty law to the crime of embezzlement committed during the illegal 1-O referendum. This sudden haste followed a discreet meeting in Brussels between Catalan President Salvador Illa (socialist) and the fugitive Puigdemont (leader of Junts), exposing how judicial decisions now follow political bargains.
– Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez openly confirmed in Congress that his government is fulfilling the “Brussels agreements” with Puigdemont in exchange for continued parliamentary support, which the right sees as blackmail.
– Court sources revealed that resources previously stalled were revived after the Illa-Puigdemont encounter. The plan is clear: by spring, Puigdemont will be absolved of embezzlement, despite pending European Court of Justice challenges. Even if the EU rules against amnesty, Conde-Pumpido is expected to find legal tricks to guarantee Sánchez’s deal. The scandal deepens as Conde-Pumpido nears the end of his mandate. Socialists rush to deliver impunity while they still have control, before the Court can be renewed with “possibly less cooperative” officials. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/2025-09-17/conde-pumpido-acelera-la-amnistia-de-la-malversacion-del-1-o-en-el-tc-tras-la-reunion-de-illa-con-puigdemont-7296981/

ANDALUCÍA

Andalusians will be able to deduct up to 100 euros from gym fees in the Income Tax return: {Translation, summary}
– The package of tax reductions that the Junta de Andalucía will include in its budgets for 2026 will include tax deductions for the expenses generated by the Sport. The measure will affect both gym fees and those that taxpayers pay to sports centres, clubs, federations or other entities.
– Specifically, it will apply to gym fees or other sports centres in the personal income tax return. The measure consists of a deduction of 15 percent of the expenses associated with sports practice with a limit of 100 euros per taxpayer. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/andaluces-podran-deducirse-100-euros-cuotas-gimnasio-20250924133514-nt.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Supermarkets Ranked By Price Of Typical Food Basket:
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– Alcampo Markets prices have risen the least (0.5%); Hipercor prices have increased the most (7%), see chart below. As the Organization of Consumers and Users (OCU) assures, all the large chains have increased their prices in the basic basket in 2025 and the main culprits are fresh foods, precisely the most recommended for a healthy diet. To reach this conclusion, the organisation has visited hundreds of establishments, which has allowed it to calculate the price level for 183 large and medium-sized Spanish cities. Online supermarkets from the main chains are also included.
– Of the individual products included in the so-called ‘OCU Basket’, 146 have registered increases and 90 have decreased. Foods such as coffee, chocolate, fruit and eggs have soared the most this year, a rise that, added to the previous ones, has led them to double in price in the last four years. The decreases, on the other hand, are more pronounced in olive oil (-53%), “but they are decreases that do not manage to compensate for the prices it reached last year, so they are still 57% above what it cost in 2021,” they clarify. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/supermercados-caros-baratos-malaga-ocu-ahorro-comparativa-20250924143740-nt.html

MALAGA CITY

The equipment for the new chemotherapy area of the Clínico de Málaga has begun arriving, mid-to-late November opening anticipated: {Translation, summary}
– The Onco-Haematology Day Hospital at Málaga’s Hospital Clínico, completed since January, is finally nearing its opening. The last obstacle, the delivery of essential equipment such as infusion pumps, treatment chairs and adjustable beds, is now being resolved, with Health Delegate Carlos Bautista confirming that the inauguration will certainly take place between mid and late November. The project has cost 4 million euros, plus over 600,000 euros in equipment.
– Despite this investment, patients remain crowded into outdated provisional facilities, sparking frustration among users, professionals and families. Critics in the Andalusian Parliament have condemned the nine-month delay, while Bautista pointed to procurement procedures, legal appeals and even environmental permits, such as for removing swallow nests, as causes of delay. He acknowledged patients are well cared for but uncomfortable, and stressed that the new premises will be modern, spacious and far superior to the 30-year-old facilities inherited from the past. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/equipamiento-nueva-area-quimioterapias-quimios-hospital-clinico-malaga_0_2004860902.html

NERJA

Nerja celebrates the 19th Tourist Day 2025 with awards and an extensive program of events from September 26 to 28: {Translation}
– Mayor José Alberto Armijo, together with the Councilor for Tourism, Ana María Muñoz, the Vice President of AEHCOS, Damián Toboso, and the President of the Open Shopping Centre, Enrique López Cuenca, have presented the program for the 19th edition of Nerja Tourist Day 2025.
– The main event will take place on Saturday, September 27, at 11:00 a.m. in the Gardens of the Nerja Cave, where the Tourist of Honor award and the 2025 Tourism Distinctions will be presented.
– Malaga model and presenter Eva Ruiz will receive the title of Tourist of Honour. In addition, six awards will be presented: in the field of sports to Jesús Capitán Prada “Capi”; in active tourism to the companies Life Adventure SL and Educare Aventura SL; in communication to the COPE program Andalucía en tu sombrilla; and, posthumously, to Antonio Som Cerezo, in the category of tourism promotion, and to Miguel Ángel Lozano Lorenzo, manager of the Hotel Perla Marina since 1990.
– Muñoz stressed that these appointments have the institutional support of all municipal groups and the Tourism and Beaches Sector Council, underlining the importance of tourism as an economic and social driver for the municipality.
– The program of activities will run until Sunday, September 28, with something for everyone. A Flavors Market with food and live music will be set up in the Plaza de España. Highlights include performances by Decai (Friday, September 26, 10:00 p.m.), Melón Diesel (Saturday, September 27, 10:30 p.m.), and La Guardia (Sunday, September 28, 10:00 p.m.).
– In addition, there will be free guided tours of the historic centre on Saturday and Sunday, with prior registration at the Tourist Office. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nerja-dia-del-turista-2025-programacion/

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

New app offers real-time info on Vélez-Málaga buses:
– Vélez-Málaga town hall, along with bus company Alsa, has launched a mobile phone application which will allow bus users to check real-time information on the municipality’s bus service. Thanks to the Alsa Vélez-Málaga app users will be able to find out information about lines, routes and timetables, as well as incidents and bus locations through the Street View system, 24 hours a day.
– Councillor for transport, Celestino Rivas, said: “It is an intuitive, accessible and easy-to-navigate application, as well as being free for iOS and Android, adapting in this case to the operating systems commonly used by people. It can be downloaded from Google Play or the App Store.” Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/new-app-offers-realtime-info-eastern-costa-20250923124457-nt.html

WORLD

The UN staff try to sabotage Trump appearance so he takes revenge with a one-hour ‘teleprompter free’ rant dressing down the EU and Russia, then says Ukraine can defeat and recover the occupied land from “paper tiger” Russia: {Translation}
– The United States President Donald Trump was the protagonist of the day at the opening of the session period at the United Nations General Assembly after what seemed an infantile attempt by some UN employees to annoy him and sabotage his speech. After the London Times pointed out in a report this Sunday that several UN employees joked about stopping the escalators when Trump arrived, the escalators stopped the moment the President and the First Lady set foot on them. “If the First Lady were not in good shape, she would have fallen, but she is in very good shape. We both are,” said Trump.
– But in addition the teleprompter failed just as Trump was about to begin his speech and, during his address, the volume at which the other leaders listened to his words was lower than that of his predecessor at the podium, Lula da Silva. Too much of a coincidence not to seem intentional.
– Yet if anyone at the UN thought Donald Trump was Joe Biden and that without a teleprompter he could not string two words together, they were mistaken. On the contrary, his speech lasted nearly an hour instead of the quarter of an hour written and planned. “I have stopped seven wars and never received a call from the UN. The only two things the UN has given me are some bad broken escalators and a broken teleprompter,” said the President of the United States in the improvised part of his speech, before they restarted the device so he could read what the White House staff had written.
– In his long address, which at times seemed more a rally than anything else, the President again made clear his position on the operation in Gaza with firm support for Benjamin Netanyahu and criticism of the new recognitions of the Palestinian state. For Trump, anyone who truly wants peace in Gaza should be demanding the release of the hostages. But the main focus was on immigration and climate change.
– Donald Trump used the platform to advise Europe to adopt his immigration and energy policies, which focus on promoting fossil fuels and nuclear rather than green energies. “Immigration and the high cost of so called green energy are destroying much of the free world,” proclaimed the American President, for whom “the countries that value freedom are fading rapidly because of their policies in these two fields”. “You need strong borders and traditional energies if you want to be great again,” he said, using his slogan.
– Climate change “is the greatest swindle ever perpetrated against the world”. According to him, “the carbon footprint is a fraud invented by people with bad intentions, and they are driving the world towards total destruction”.
– On Europe, he warned that, in his view, it has “a long way to go”, with “many countries heading for destruction because of their green agenda”. “Both immigration and suicidal energy ideas will be the death of Western Europe,” he proclaimed. “Your countries are going to hell” if they do not imitate the United States with immigration, he insisted.
– Shortly after finishing his speech, Trump made a new turn regarding the war in Ukraine through social media. He now believes that the Ukrainian government can defeat Russia and even recover all the occupied territory. “With time, patience and financial support from Europe, and in particular from NATO, regaining the original borders from where this war began is a viable option. Why not?” he stated in a message published on Truth Social.
– Trump explained that “Russia has been fighting aimlessly for three and a half years in a war that a true military power should have won in less than a week”. That led him to describe Russia as a “paper tiger”, a definition that will hardly be well received in Moscow. His drastic change of position came after a new meeting with the Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, held on the margins of the General Assembly. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/internacional/estados-unidos/2025-09-24/incendiario-discurso-de-trump-en-la-onu-vuestros-paises-se-van-a-ir-al-infierno-7299543/ & Video Link to full speech.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Google Says Users Banned Over COVID-19 & US Election 2020 “mis-info” Can Re-join YouTube:
– YouTube creators who were removed over their views concerning COVID-19 or the 2020 election can re-join the service, YouTube’s owner Google and its parent company, Alphabet, said in a Sept. 23 letter.
– Rules in place prohibiting some discussion of COVID-19 and the election were lifted in 2023 or 2024, Google said through its lawyers. “Today, YouTube’s Community Guidelines allow for a wider range of content regarding COVID-19 and elections integrity,” it stated. “Reflecting the Company’s commitment to free expression, YouTube will provide an opportunity for all creators to re-join the platform if the Company terminated their channels for repeated violations of COVID-19 and elections integrity policies that are no longer in effect.” People whose channels were suspended or taken down included Dan Bongino, the current deputy director of the FBI.
– Google described the COVID-19 pandemic as an unprecedented time that forced online platforms to “balance freedom of expression” with moderation of content “that could result in real-world harm.” The situation was complicated by top officials in the Biden administration pressuring the company to take action against certain COVID-19 content “that did not violate its policies,” it said. “It is unacceptable and wrong when any government, including the Biden Administration, attempts to dictate how the Company moderates content, and the Company has consistently fought against those efforts on First Amendment grounds,” the company stated.
– Documents released in a court case filed by states against the federal government showed that White House lawyer Dana Remus, among others, were involved in the effort to pressure large technology companies to crack down on “alleged misinformation” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/google-says-users-removed-over-covid-19-views-can-rejoin-youtube

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Disneyland Paris Recruiters Looking For French Speaking Staff In Andalucia:
{Note: I have had friends who did this. They report it is a good experience if you get the right job, working with visitors, or cooking/bartending if you are dedicated to those careers; but working in the laundry or washing dishes sucks. You will have a much easier time, you will get along way better with your bosses, and you’ll get faster promotions, if you are conversational in French; for some positions you can get by with “tourist level” French. You probably will not be able to save much money. Paris is an expensive area. Rents are high even for rooms in a shared flat, and an occasional night out will drain your paycheck significantly. They tell me the Disney residences can be overcrowded and they not cheap— my friends preferred to move out of them and share a nearby flat once they were settled into their jobs. But it is one of the best job references you’ll ever have. -Ed}
– Job Details: Work at Disneyland Paris!
Come to our recruitment event in Seville, on October 14, 2025, or in Valence, on 16 October 2025 and discover the opportunities in the tourism and catering sectors.
We are looking for talent for our Parks, Hotels, Restaurants and Disney Village. We have 75 cafes & restaurants on site, see them here [https://www.disneylandparis.com/en-gb/dining].
Positions: Wait Staff / Cooks / Bartenders / Barmaids / Restaurant workers / Front desk & ticket office agents. And many more!
Temporary contracts (35h/week) of 2 to 8 months between March and October 2026. Availability mandatory in July and August. Permanent contracts available from December 2025.
Some candidates may receive a contract offer on the same day.
Whether it’s your first job or a new career challenge, we’re looking for motivated and enthusiastic people.
Accommodation available (limited places).
Interviews in French, some positions also require English assessment.
Where: Hotel Meliá Lebreros, C. Luis de Morales, 2, Sevilla or SH Valencia Palace Hotel, Pg. de l’Albereda, 32, El Pla del Real, 46023 València, Valencia, Spain
Apply online or apply directly on the day of the event.
Info, in Spanish: https://empleos.disneycareers.com/trabajo/chessy/jornadas-de-seleccion-en-sevilla-o-valencia-14-o-16-de-octubre-2025/391/85191719616

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DigameXtra No. 3095 Wednesday, Sept. 24th, 2025

On September 24, 2025September 23, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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***Editor Recommended For Blues Aficionados***
Fuengirola Big Blues Event- The Blues Room Show:
Fri, 26 Sept 7:30pm
Salon Varietes Theater, C/ Emancipacion, Fuengirola
(Just off Church Square). Tel 952 474 542
Hosted by the Blue Stompers Jump Review
Featuring: Mama Paula Band, Richard Ray Farrell, Tina Bednoff (Video Link) + 8 more.
Info & tix (€20): https://www.salonvarietestheatre.com/live/show-details.php?id_show=766

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Nerja Blues Concert- Richard Ray Farrell, acoustic:
Fri, 3 Oct, 8pm, €15
Villa de Nerja Cultural Center, C/ Granada 45, Nerja
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Nerja Argentino Tango Show- La Porteña Tango Nights:
Wed, 15 Oct, 8pm, €20
Villa de Nerja Cultural Center, C/ Granada 45, Nerja
La Porteña returns with a modern and renewed show that intertwines music and dance. A show that invites us to walk the path that traces the history of a music that was born in the suburbs and ports of the Río de la Plata and transcended the world by its own force. The poetry of Buenos Aires, tangos, waltzes, milongas, candombes, and old country tangos are adorned with this quintessentially Argentine dance that captivates the world and beautiful choreographies created by a dance group with two dance partners, luxurious costumes, and colourful audiovisuals, generating a unique and engaging staging.
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SPAIN

The National Court is investigating a new leak of “sensitive” data about Sánchez and his entourage: {Translation, summary}
– The head of Central Court No. 6 of the National Court, Antonio Piña, has opened a ‘secret’ investigation into a new leak of ‘sensitive’ and personal data belonging to Pedro Sánchez and his family (such as ID numbers and home addresses), which have been published on forums on the so-called dark web and on a Telegram channel belonging to the alleged hacker N4T0X, who has claimed responsibility for this action.
– The report from the General Information Police (CGI) that served as the basis for Judge Piña to open proceedings – according to sources close to the investigation – also certifies that the data leak also affects the personal information of the ministers of Defence and Foreign Affairs, Margarita Robles and José Manuel Albares, as well as the directors of the National Police and the Civil Guard, Francisco Pardo and Mercedes González, and members of the National Intelligence Centre (CNI), including its director, Esperanza Casteleiro. The leak, according to these same sources, also affects politicians from the PSOE, PP, Vox, Sumar, EH Bildu, and Podemos parties.
– According to documents accessed by this newspaper, the hackers claim to have carried out a “mega leak” of “personal data of the vast majority of Spanish politicians” using a proprietary tool they call “SpainData.” The alleged hackers, who claim to have information on all kinds of relatives of senior officials and boast of being able to access the personal data of “100% of the Spanish population,” say that this leak is a form of protest against ‘fatigue’ in the face of “corruption, mismanagement, and lack of transparency.” Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/audiencia-nacional-investiga-nueva-filtracion-datos-sensibles-20250922155244-ntrc_amp.html

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The Badajoz Court sends Sánchez’s brother to trial for influence peddling and prevarication: {Translation, summary}
– The Provincial Court of Badajoz has confirmed the decision to send David Sánchez {pic}, brother of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, and Miguel Ángel Gallardo, leader of PSOE in Extremadura, to trial, together with nine others. The court endorsed Judge Beatriz Biedma’s order, ruling that there are sufficient indications of wrongdoing to proceed. The case centres on the allegedly irregular hiring of David Sánchez by the Provincial Council of Badajoz and the creation of a job tailored specifically for him.
– The Provincial Court outlines three areas of concern: first, the creation of a post for Sánchez in the conservatories of Badajoz; second, the renaming of that position into a directorship within the Office of Performing Arts, which he later held, but he could not define the responsibilities of the position when asked by the judge; and third, the creation of another position for a close associate. The tribunal rejected all appeals, stating that the investigating judge’s reasoning was adequate and procedurally correct. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/audiencia-badajoz-rechaza-recurso-hermano-sanchez-deja-un-paso-banquillo_6371364_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

Almond Orchard Threat: {Translation, summary}
– Almond orchards in Almería and Granada are threatened by the rapid spread of large-headed borers (Capnodis tenebrionis), prompting urgent action from the Junta de Andalucía. The pest has been officially declared under Law 43/2002, allowing the regional government to enforce compulsory measures to prevent major economic damage. Farmers must carry out regular inspections, notify Plant Health authorities of suspected cases, and thoroughly clean harvesting and transport equipment, as specified in the BOJA resolution.
– Several factors have intensified the outbreak: prolonged drought, which has weakened plantations; the prohibition of formerly effective chemical treatments; and the abandonment of orchards, reducing maintenance and control. The official declaration underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for coordinated action across affected areas. By implementing strict monitoring and containment, the authorities aim to protect one of Andalusia’s key agricultural sectors and curb the potential for further spread of the pest. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/granada/gusanos-cabezudos-almendros-obliga-tomar-medidas-fitosanitarias-almeria-granada/202509231037343142002.html

TORROX

Tamara Jerez, Morochos, OBK and Demarco will perform at the Torrox Fair 2025: {Translation, summary}
– Wednesday 1 Oct: Eve Night. The fair will start on Wednesday, October 1 with the traditional “Night of the Eve” in the Plaza de la Constitución. The program will include:
Children’s Day with children’s activities; Election of Mister and Queens of the fair;
Official proclamation by Juan José Martín; Inauguration of the festive lighting
Fireworks; Stellar performance by Tamara Jerez
– Thursday 2 Oct, the Caseta del Mayor will open its doors in the Picasso Gardens, which will become one of the epicentres of the fair with numerous performances throughout the days. There will also be activities in the Plaza de la Constitución during the “tardeos” and at night in the Caseta Taytantos and the Zona Joven. Thursday’s stellar performance will be given by the group Morochos. In addition, the traditional chocolate party will be held in the Caseta del Mayor.
– Friday 3rd Oct: OBK. On Friday, October 3, the program will include a horse carousel in the afternoon and the great concert of OBK in the Plaza de la Constitución. In the Caseta del Mayor the popular popular paella will take place and the performances of local artists and choirs will continue.
– Saturday 4 Oct. One of the most intense days with an equestrian show by Paco Martos and the stellar performance of Demarco. The day will combine tradition and modernity with activities for all audiences throughout the different time slots.
– Sunday 5 Oct: Closing
***Spaces and schedules***
The fair will take place in several spaces in the town:
– Plaza de la Constitución: Stellar performances and official events
– Caseta del Mayor (Picasso Gardens): Family shows, chocolate and paella
– Caseta Taytantos: Nightlife
– Zona Joven: Activities for young people during nights and early mornings
Salvador Escudero has highlighted the “enormous variety of activities for all audiences and ages that make up the program throughout all time slots”, ensuring fun throughout the day and night. Source, Spanish: https://www.101tv.es/tamara-jerez-morochos-obk-y-demarco-actuaran-en-la-feria-de-torrox-2025/

EUROPE

Copenhagen and Oslo airports close temporarily due to drone sightings:
– Denmark and Norway were forced to close their main airports on Monday night due to sightings of several large drones. Danish police were unable to confirm the type or the number of drones seen around Copenhagen Airport, but told reporters on Tuesday morning that they were likely flown by a “capable operator” who wanted to “show off”.
– Police confirmed that armed forces were activated in response to the sighting, but said there was nothing to indicate that the drones were intended to cause harm.
– Operations at Copenhagen airport resumed at 00:30 local time (23:30 GMT) after flights were suspended for almost four hours following a drone sighting. Oslo airport also reopened after four hours of airspace closure.
– Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused it to shut down constituted the “most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure” to date, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Tuesday.
– The governments of Poland, Estonia and Romania have pointed the finger at Moscow, which has brushed off the allegations. Frederiksen told Danish broadcaster DR she could “not rule out” that Russia was behind the drone activity.
Moscow denied involvement, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticising her remarks as “unfounded accusations”.
Refs:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4lj1yvgvgo &
https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250922-unidentified-drones-copenhagen-airport

GASTRONOMIA

The olive tree of Casabermeja that was planted in ancient Al-Andalus with which a very exclusive EVOO is made:
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– The Arroyo Carniceros olive tree in Casabermeja, Malaga, is the province’s only officially certified millennial olive tree, confirmed to be at least 1,000 years old. Identified through a University of Cordoba thesis by Concepción Muñoz, it won Spain’s Best Monumental Olive Tree award in 2013, the first in Andalusia to do so.
– Although on private land, it can still be visited by following the MA-3404 road. The tree is notable for its three trunks, each over seven metres in circumference, which share the same root. Originally a wild olive, it was later grafted with Aloreña of Malaga and Picuda of the Axarquía, illustrating medieval Andalusi cultivation methods. Each year, a limited-edition extra virgin olive oil is produced from this and other monumental trees in the area, bottled at Molino del Hortelano. While the region has many ancient olive trees, none equal its confirmed millennial age, reflecting the agricultural legacy of historic Campo de Cámara.
– More info & sales: https://molinodelhortelano.com/
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/olivo-casabermeja-planto-antiguo-alandalus-aove-exclusivo-malaga-20250918173104-nt_amp.html

HEALTH

Donald Trump’s Health Announcements Monday Shock the World- Suggests Autism Causes, Denounces Tylenol (Paracetamol) & Vax Schedules:
– Note: Paracetamol = Acetaminophen = Tylenol, all the same active medicine. Tylenol is simply a brand name used in North America.
– HHS (under Trump and RFK Jr.) announced Monday that Tylenol use during pregnancy is associated with a “very increased risk of autism.” On its face, that’s a huge story in itself. But Donald Trump went even further today — extending his remarks to the entire childhood vaccine schedule. He went out on a limb for all the mothers who swear their child’s health declined after taking vaccines. His words today change everything.
– Trump opened the announcement by saying the quiet part out loud about why autism rates have surged for decades, while doctors claim to be baffled by the cause. “It’s turning out that we [Bobby and I] understood a lot more than a lot of people who studied it [autism]. We think. And I say we think because I don’t think they [medical establishment] were really letting the public know what they knew.” That’s Trump essentially suggesting there’s been a COVER-UP for decades.
– He brought up a shocking health pattern among the Amish — and he didn’t just mention it once, he said it twice for emphasis. “I think I can say that there are certain groups of people [Amish] that don’t take vaccines and don’t take any pills that have NO AUTISM — that have NO AUTISM.”
– When it came to Tylenol, Trump bluntly declared taking it as “not good,” echoing HHS’s finding that Tylenol is associated with a “very increased risk of autism.” “For this reason, they are strongly recommending that women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless medically necessary,” he explained. Trump stressed that only rare situations — such as a dangerously high fever — should justify its use. Otherwise, he said, expectant mothers should avoid it altogether.
– But the warning didn’t stop there. Trump went further, adding that “you shouldn’t give the child a Tylenol.” This is what the “conspiracy theorists” have been saying for decades. Now, it’s official government guidance.
– Trump saved his best words for last in a three-minute rebuke of the existing childhood schedule. “They pump so much stuff into those beautiful little babies, it’s a DISGRACE,” he lamented. Trump advocated that instead of injecting babies with 76 jabs over a short period of time, parents should consider spacing them out, saying there is “no downside” in doing so.
– Trump also took aim at the hepatitis B vaccine, saying, “There’s no reason to give a baby that,” when it’s a sexually transmitted disease. Instead, he argued it should be given when a child is “12 years old and formed.”
– Trump’s full statement is below, and I urge you to read every word. Nothing will be the same after this:
“I’ll say that they will maybe say at a little bit later date, but I think when you go for the shot, you do it over a five-time period— take it over five times or four times, but you take it in smaller doses and you spread it out over a period of years. And they pump so much stuff into those beautiful little babies. It’s a DISGRACE… I think it’s very bad. They’re pumping, it looks like they’re pumping into a horse.
“You have a little child, a little fragile child, and you get a vat of 80 different vaccines. I guess 80 different blends, and they pump it in. So ideally, a woman won’t take Tylenol, and on the vaccines, it would be good [practice that] instead of one visit where they pump the baby, load it up with stuff, you’ll do it over a period of four times or five times.”
“I’ve been so into this issue for so many years just because I couldn’t understand how a thing like this could happen.”
“And you know, it [autism] is artificially induced. It’s not like something that when you go from all of those healthy babies to a point where I don’t even know structurally if a country can afford it, and that’s the least of the problems.”
“To have families destroyed over this is just so, so terrible. I also — and we’ve already done this — we want no mercury in the vaccine. We want no aluminium in the vaccine. The MMR, I think, should be taken separately.
“This is based on what I feel. The mumps, measles and [rubella], the three, should be taken separately. And it seems to be that when you mix them there could be a problem.”
“So there’s no downside in taking them separately. In fact, they think it’s better. So let it be separate. The chickenpox is already separate because when that got mixed in [with other things], it really was bad.”
“So there’s no downside in doing it [spacing vaccines]. It’s not like, oh, if you do it — bad things. No, it’s only good. And it may not have that much of an impact, but it may have a big impact. So let those be taken separately.”
“And then hepatitis B is sexually transmitted. There’s no reason to give a baby that’s almost just born hepatitis B.”
“So I would say wait till the baby is 12 years old and formed, and take hepatitis B. And I think if you do those things, it’s going to be a whole different. It’s going to be a revolution in a positive sense in the country.”
Full article: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/09/donald-trumps-vaccine-statements-shock-world/
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A spike in care at the Regional University Hospital of Malaga causes waits of up to 3 days to access a bed: {Translation, summary}
– Over the weekend of 20–21 September, the Regional University Hospital of Malaga experienced severe congestion in its Emergency Department, with patients waiting up to 48 hours for a bed. UGT reported 40 people waiting on Monday morning, including cases dating back to 16 September, while SATSE later stated that 17 were still without beds, 11 of them for over 72 hours.
– Unions attributed the collapse to closed wards, a shortage of nurses, and lack of replacement staff during holidays, leaving more than 100–150 beds unavailable. Patients from multiple specialities were affected, including oncology, surgery, and haematology.
– Testimony from relatives described elderly patients left for two days in chairs or on stretchers, even suffering heart complications while awaiting surgery, without access to monitoring equipment. Despite these difficulties, families highlighted the professionalism of the medical and nursing teams. By Monday, conditions were gradually easing, and the hospital promised ongoing efforts to guarantee safety and quality of care. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/pico-asistencial-urgencias-regional-provoca-esperas-horas-malaga-20250922173746-nt_amp.html

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Latest Figures Released- More than 108,000 patients on the waiting list in Malaga have exceeded their deadlines: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) sets maximum waiting times for surgery, consultations and diagnostic tests, but in Malaga province over 108,000 patients exceeded those limits by June 2025. This equals 43.5% of nearly 250,000 patients awaiting either an operation or a specialist consultation. The figure excludes diagnostic tests, despite complaints that these often take months instead of the legal 30 days, delaying access to surgical lists.
– In December 2024, 111,104 patients were over deadline: 4,674 waiting too long for surgery and 106,430 for consultations. By June 2025, the totals were slightly lower at 108,171, though the number of surgical patients waiting over a year rose to 5,070. Overall demand grew, with 37,030 people on surgical waiting lists and 211,554 awaiting consultations. However, average delays decreased: from 161 to 152 days for surgery, and from 132 to 114 days for consultations. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/pacientes-lista-espera-excedidos-plazos_0_2004849318.html

TECH

How to use Windows 10 ESU to extend your security updates for a year after it goes obsolete on 14 October, 2025:
– Visit this website for a full step by step tutorial, with pics of each step, to enroll in the Windows 10 Extended Service Updates program (ESU). https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-10/how-to-use-windows-10-esu-to-keep-getting-updates-after-october-2025
– It’s a basic process most people will be able to do. Be aware your computer must be fully updated before it can be enrolled in the Win 10 ESU program. Otherwise you will probably get denied. If your computer is very old, pre-2016, having been upgraded to Win 10 from the originally installed Win 7 or Win 8, it may be denied. Also, do not use the free option where you back up your settings to the OneDrive cloud, unless you are happy to let MS see EVERYTHING on your hard drive, and allow them to constantly monitor every action taken on the device. I strongly advise against going this route, but some people don’t care about privacy, or are on a tight budget, so it works for them.

NATURE

Goodbye to summer- autumn 2025 begins: {Translation, summary}
– The Meteorological autumn season begins on September 1 yearly. However, the September Equinox marks the beginning of the Astronomical autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and the beginning of spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
– In the year 2025, autumn in the Northern Hemisphere will start the Monday, September 22 at 18:19 UTC, which is equivalent to 20:19 Spanish peninsular official time, according to the calculations of the National Astronomical Observatory. This season will last approximately 89 days and 21 hours, concluding on December 21 with the arrival of winter. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/adios-verano-otono-2025-comienza-lunes/202509220928023141423.html

PETS

Andalucians who acquire pets will be able to deduct up to €100 on their tax returns: {Translation, summary}
– From 2026, Andalusians who acquire pets such as dogs, cats, or other animals will be able to claim a new tax deduction. The main benefit allows owners to deduct 30 per cent of veterinary expenses during the first year, up to a maximum of 100 euros. If the animal is adopted from a shelter, this right may be extended for up to three years. The scheme is expected to support around 182,000 people and deliver a total impact of 12 million euros.
– Additional advantages are foreseen for assistance dogs serving blind people, victims of gender violence, or diabetics. In these cases, the 100-euro deduction will apply throughout the animal’s life, without limitation and regardless of when it entered the household. With 2.4 million registered pets in Andalusia, including 2 million dogs and 327,000 cats, the measure highlights the government’s intention to integrate pet ownership into its broader social tax policy.
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2025/09/23/andaluces-nueva-rebaja-fiscal-animales-andalucia-121877049.html

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ARCHGROVE TRANSPORT SERVICES

Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and Cambridgeshire.
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SPW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
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– 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.
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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. REMINDER: Windows 10 goes obsolete in 3 weeks (14 Oct.). Your computer won’t quit working after 14 Oct., 2025, but it will no longer receive the security updates necessary to remain safe for use on the Internet. Supposedly you will soon receive a notice on your Windows 10 updates page, Settings>Updates, explaining how you may extend Windows 10 support for an additional year for about €30. If you waited till the last minute to do the upgrade, then there is a good chance you have also not been keeping your computer maintained properly. To do the Win 11 upgrade successfully, your device should already be fully updated. It is also a good idea to have all your hard disk bad sectors, and your operating system errors, patched and repaired. Building a new version of Windows on top of a damaged foundation system is just begging for future problems. Or let DoctorLaptop sort it out for you. OFFER: I will do a full maintenance service and then install and setup the Win 11 Upgrade, on your Win 11 eligible laptop or miniPC, for €70. Full size PCs add €15. Get it back in 2 to 3 days. Offer expires Thursday, 9 October. Some of you have already received messages that you are eligible for the upgrade, others will need to check if your hardware is Win 11 compatible. You must meet some minimum requirements. Many computers, especially those made before 2019, can’t install Win 11 (unreliable hacking tricks to force the install do exist, but are not recommended for the average user as you won’t receive security updates— you may as well stay on Win 10!). You can see if your device is Win 11 compatible by going to Settings>Windows Updates and clicking on “Check to see if this computer is Win 11 compatible” (or similar notice), and following the prompts that will direct you to download, install & run the Health Check Tool app; if you see no such message you may alternatively download the MS Health Check tool directly from this official MS link [https://aka.ms/GetPCHealthCheckApp]. Install it and run it, it will provide a summary and verdict. A step by step tutorial can be seen here [https://www.windowsmode.com/pc-health-check-app/]. A video tutorial can be seen here: [https://youtu.be/Qg-xIcjDHCw]

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{ Translations by www.DeepL.com/Translator }

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SPAIN

Almost 40% of motorbikes on the roads in Spain don’t have valid ITV and nearly 30% are being ridden without insurance:
– According to the association of technical vehicle inspection test stations (AECA-ITV), some 37 per cent of the motorcycles on the roads in Spain do not have a valid vehicle certificate. In other words, out of the 4,369,990 registered motorcycles, at least 1,606,377 do not have an up-to-date ITV.
– But the figure is even more worrying when the data for mopeds is analysed. Of the 1,618,349 mopeds registered with the DGT, at least 1,231,397 do not have a valid ITV certificate.
– The data provided by the DGT also shows a high level of non-compliance in terms of insurance, although somewhat lower than in the case of the ITV. The official information shows that 27 per cent of motorbikes circulate without having the compulsory insurance in force and, in the case of mopeds, the figure reaches 69 per cent.
– {Editor’s note: In Spain, in the case of a vehicle with insurance causing an accident while having an expired ITV, third-party liability insurance (the minimum legal requirement in Spain) may still cover the damage to third parties, as this insurance is mandatory and focuses on covering the other party’s damages. However, there are cases where insurance companies have disputed coverage arguing that the vehicle must be legally compliant with all regulations (including a valid ITV) for the policy to remain in effect, or insurers might later try to recoup costs from you if they show your expired ITV was a contributory factor. Ref: https://parrillaabogados.es/accidentes-con-la-itv-caducada/}
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/alert-the-twowheeler-sector-almost-motorbikes-circulate-20250918073818-nt.html

ANDALUCÍA

Andalusia welcomes autumn this week with up & down temperatures and minimums below 20 degrees: {Translation}
– With the arrival of autumn, Andalusia is experiencing a “slow” drop in temperatures until mid-week, with highs ranging between 29 and 33 degrees Celsius and lows below 20 degrees. This was stated by the regional representative of the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), Juan de Dios del Pino, to Europa Press, adding that this is “a significant change,” as the anticyclone is moving north-south, transporting a mass of cold air from the north, which on Monday “also reached Andalusia.”
– As Del Pino assured, the minimum temperatures have fallen to 14 degrees in municipalities such as Écija, Montoro, and Andújar compared to the previous day, and “will continue to fall,” although more moderately, over the next few days.
– Maximum temperatures in the Guadalquivir Valley will range between 29 and 33 degrees until Saturday, maintaining a “very gradual rise of temperatures after mid-week.” Minimum temperatures will be below 20 degrees, and will even reach 15-17 degrees in large areas, especially in inland and mountainous regions.
– The Almeria coast is under warning for heavy rain and storms on Monday and Tuesday, while occasional showers are not ruled out on Thursday on the Mediterranean coast, mainly in Almeria, Granada, and the Malaga coast. In addition, as confirmed by the delegate, rainfall could extend to the Campo de Gibraltar area.
– As for the wind, it will be from the north at the start of the week, shifting to the east in Alborán and the Strait from the middle of the week. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia…

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The Regional Government “hopes” that the electricity grid will be improved in light of Andalusia’s progress in renewable energy: {Translation followed by rebuttal}
– The Regional Government of Andalusia expects that its large-scale electricity production, with a very significant contribution from renewable energies to the national targets for the energy transition, will be matched by an improvement in the transmission network within the region. This was underlined yesterday by the Regional Minister for Industry, Energy and Mines, Jorge Paradela, after a meeting in Madrid with the Secretary of State for Energy, Joan Groyzard. The encounter was aimed at addressing the investments planned in the 2025–2030 electricity planning process, within the round of contacts that this department is holding with the autonomous communities.
– Paradela highlighted Andalusia’s energy growth driven by renewables, with the addition of seven new gigawatts of clean energy installed in the last three years in the region, “with a very strong progression” in the last year, stressing that it would be very difficult to meet the objectives of the National Plan without Andalusia’s contribution. According to the minister, “without Andalusia’s clean generation, the price of energy would be very different, while the region’s electricity transmission infrastructure is much weaker, as it is 40 per cent lower per inhabitant than the Spanish average.”
– For his part, the Secretary of State for Energy noted the growing interest in investing in Andalusia, especially in new industrial projects, thanks to the competitive electricity prices provided by the renewable energies being deployed in the territory. The Government’s proposal foresees growth in the capacity of Andalusia’s networks, making possible the realisation of large hydrogen projects, new railway projects and the electrification of ports, among other productive activities, alongside new housing and residential developments. It will also promote territorial cohesion, with new lines and meshed grids, such as in Jaén, from Baza to Manzanares, actions that will attract investment, businesses and employment to rural areas. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/junta-espera-mejore-red-electrica-avance-renovables-20250919071937-nt_amp.html

Editor’s Analysis- Andalusia’s Renewable Energy Expansion and the Reliability Challenge for AI & EV Demand, in Light of the Current Barely Sufficient Power Supply:
– While Andalusia’s rapid growth in renewable energy capacity is commendable, it faces significant challenges in meeting the reliability demands of emerging sectors like AI data centres, widespread electric vehicle (EV) charging, and proposed new train lines.
– Intermittency of Renewable Energy –
Renewable sources such as solar and wind are inherently intermittent. AI data centres require a consistent and high-quality power supply to operate effectively. The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that electricity demand from AI-optimised data centres will more than quadruple by 2030, underscoring the need for reliable power sources. [1]
– Transmission Infrastructure Deficits –
Andalusia’s electricity transmission infrastructure is notably underdeveloped. The region has approximately 742 kilometres of grid per million inhabitants, compared to the Spanish average of 1,242 kilometres. This disparity hampers the ability to efficiently distribute electricity from renewable sources to areas with high demand, such as AI data centres and EV charging stations. [2]
– Increasing Demand from AI and EVs –
The energy demands from AI data centres and EV charging are escalating. Goldman Sachs reports that global AI data centres will surge electricity consumption by 165%, driven by firms like AWS and Microsoft Azure. [3] Additionally, the IEA notes that the growth of EVs and the adoption of AI rely heavily on the availability of electric power. [5]
– Reliability Concerns with EV Charging –
EV charging infrastructure also faces reliability challenges. A study highlighted by Nature Communications indicates that charging reliability significantly influences user experience and is critical for the adoption and sustained use of EVs.
Without a reliable power supply, the effectiveness of EV charging stations diminishes, potentially deterring users. [4]
– Conclusion –
While Andalusia’s renewable energy initiatives are a step towards sustainability, the region must address its transmission infrastructure deficits and ensure a reliable power supply to meet the growing demands of AI data centres and EV charging, not to mention maintaining supplies to all the other users of the power supply. Without these enhancements, the full potential of renewable energy may not be realised, and the reliability of critical services could be compromised.
Refs:
1. https://www.iea.org/news/ai-is-set-to-drive-surging-electricity-demand-from-data-centres-while-offering-the-potential-to-transform-how-the-energy-sector-works
2. https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/the-transmission-electricity-andalucia-requires-investments-more-20250505081608-nt.html
3. https://aimagazine.com/news/ai-data-centres-will-drive-a-165-power-demand-explained
4. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-60091-y
5. https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-insights/how-data-centers-and-the-energy-sector-can-sate-ais-hunger-for-power

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Juanma Moreno announces a “revolution” of regions and cities against EU budget disbursement focused on the state level: {Translation, summary}
– Juanma Moreno, president of Andalusia and co-president of the European Committee of the Regions alongside socialist Hungarian Kata Tutto, is spearheading a political initiative to block EU budgets for 2028-2034 that centralise cohesion funds at the state level, excluding regional governments from their design and execution. At a conference in Copenhagen, Moreno highlighted unanimous support among autonomous community leaders from both major parties against this centralisation, which threatens the direct link between the EU and its regions and cities. He expressed concern over proposed cuts to the Common Agricultural Policy, which could undermine rural development and food security across Europe.
– Moreno warned this shift would damage the fundamental principle of cohesion, crucial for advancing solidarity and convergence between wealthier and poorer regions. He and Tutto are mobilising mayors and regional presidents to rally citizen and national government backing to obstruct and suspend these budgets. The European Committee of the Regions and Cities will adopt a firm stance defending these essential EU principles. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/juanma-moreno-anuncia-revolucion-regiones-ciudades-centralizacion-20250919191124-nt_amp.html

AXARQUÍA

Record-sized mangoes in the Axarquía: {Translation, summary}
– The Axarquía region is witnessing historic mango harvests, with record-breaking sizes mainly from Keitt and Osteen varieties. Social media posts by locals show Osteen mangos weighing up to 2,253 grams and Keitt mangos as heavy as 2,823.5 grams, far above their usual averages of 400 to 700 grams and 450 to 1,000 grams respectively. These impressive sizes have sparked excitement, with suggestions for official contests to reward the largest mangoes, similar to the tomato auctions in the Guadalhorce Valley.
– The Guinness World Record for the heaviest mango is 4,250 grams, set in Colombia in 2020.
– Despite this remarkable production, farmers face economic difficulties as they receive only around 80 cents per kilo at source, while supermarket prices reach two euros or more. This price gap threatens the viability of small producers, who struggle to cover costs even with a larger and better-quality harvest. The generous size and yield demonstrate the region’s fertile conditions and farmers’ care, but economic challenges remain a serious issue. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/mangos-tamano-record-axarquia-20250918134919-nt_amp.html

MALAGA CITY

Albanian burglars specialized in thefts while the occupants sleep:
– Officers from the robbery unit of the National Police force in Malaga have arrested two Albanians, aged 22 and 23, who, despite their young ages, are regarded as specialists in breaking into homes. The suspects had been caught on security cameras with a curious feature in their disguise: striking white gloves instead of the usual black ones favoured by burglars.
– The burglaries always took place in the early hours of the morning, in a very specific area, taking advantage of the fact that the residents were asleep, which generated even more alarm among the victims.
– The thieves’ modus operandi involved scaling the perimeter fences of the properties to gain access to the interior. They would walk along the roofline to evade security cameras and to find the weakest point of the house’s doors or windows, which they forced open with screwdrivers and even with their bare hands. Finally, once inside the house, they would creep around using torches and without the inhabitants realising that, while they slept, their homes were being burgled. In fact, most of the victims discovered the burglary the next morning when they saw the interior in disarray and saw on the security cameras that they had been visited by intruders.
– Police investigations have so far attributed 11 burglaries from villas in the areas of El Candado, Guadalmar and Cortijo de Mazas, in Churriana to them. However, the sources consulted said that many other reports are still being analysed in the belief that they have committed more crimes in other parts of Malaga city and probably in the province. The case remains open. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/the-white-glove-thieves-fall-they-robbed-20250919074344-nt.html

TORROX

Torrox is looking for its elders over 90 years of age to pay tribute to them: {Translation, summary}
– The City Council of Torrox is looking for its seniors aged 90 or over, that is, those who were born before 1935, to pay tribute to them. The mayor, Óscar Medina, and the councillor of the area and provincial deputy Sandra Extremera, have advanced that these residents of the municipality will be protagonists in the month of November of the next Gala del Mayor 2025 as recognition “to those who represent the living memory of our people”. Registration for people or families interested in participating will be open until October 17. Thus, the councillor and deputy encourages “all families to register their parents, grandparents and great-grandparents so that they can be the protagonists of an unforgettable day full of affection and recognition”.
– Registrations can be made at the Mayor’s Office of the City of Torrox, the Deputy Mayor’s Office of El Morche, and the Multipurpose building of Torrox Costa, explained Extremera. In the form prepared for this purpose, all the data of the elderly person to be honoured, as well as their personal circumstances, must be completed to facilitate public recognition, in case they need special accompaniment, if they can attend the gala in person or if they have any type of pathology related to mobility, sight or hearing. It will also be necessary to fill in the details of the responsible family member as the main contact, as well as the relevant authorisations and confirmations for the celebration of the Senior’s Gala. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torrox-busca-a-sus-mayores-de-mas-de-90-anos-para-rendirles-homenaje/

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The Local Police of Torrox increases its staff, 150 applicants for six positions: {Translation, summary}
– Torrox is significantly increasing its Local Police force in response to a population now exceeding 22,000, aiming to reach a total of 36 officers soon. This week marked the first of five examination processes to fill six new police positions, with over 150 applicants, double previous numbers.
– The mayor, Óscar Medina, emphasised that this growth reflects Torrox’s expansion and its rise as a notable medium-sized city in Andalusia. Alongside these six new posts, a seventh position will be filled through mobility transfers from officers across Andalusia, assessed by their professional merit. The recruitment responds to the growing demands for effective responses to security and traffic issues linked to the population boom. Training for the current candidates is taking place in Seville at the Andalusian Emergency and Public Security Institute, while a further recruitment phase will start in January 2026. This sustained increase forms part of the local government’s firm commitment to reinforce and enhance the police presence in Torrox. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/policia-local-detorrox-aumenta-plantilla-150-aspirantes-20250921180823-nt_amp.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

“We were scammed almost 25,000 euros in 2021 for the down payment on a house in Almayate and we have not yet recovered the money”: {Translation, summary}
– A Málaga couple, Vanesa Guerrero and Raúl Díaz, invested nearly 45,000 euros in 2021 to buy a house in a new development in Los Toscanos, Almayate (Vélez-Málaga), when Guerrero was pregnant with their first child. Initially, they paid 24,800 euros as a deposit, followed by another 20,000 in 2022.
– While they later recovered the second payment, the original deposit remains unpaid. Promises by developers and agents were broken, and after four years they still lack both the home and 24,800 euros. The housing project consists of about 55 units, of which 30 have been finished and occupied, while others remain under construction or halted.
– Guerrero, now living with her mother and two daughters, has taken the case to the courts of Vélez-Málaga, represented by lawyer Patricia Cid. The court opened proceedings in March 2024, but recovery of funds remains uncertain. Another family has reported similar problems.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/estafaron-25000-euros-2021-entrada-casa-recuperado-20250918145706-nt_amp.html

BENAJARAFE

A man evacuated to the Regional Hospital of Malaga after suffering an accident with a powered paraglider on the beach of Benajarafe: {Translation}
– A 48-year-old man had to be evacuated late Sunday afternoon to Malaga Regional Hospital after suffering an accident while attempting to take off with a powered paraglider on Benajarafe beach in Vélez-Málaga. The incident took place at 7:20 p.m. when witnesses reported that the man had suffered an accident while attempting to take off with his powered paraglider from the sand, colliding with some boats on the beach.
– He suffered serious injuries to one leg, so the medical services dispatched to the scene proceeded to transfer him immediately to the Regional Hospital in the capital of Malaga. No further details have been released about the injured man’s condition. Local and national police officers also arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area to attend to the injured paraglider. The incident caused quite a stir in this area of the western coast of Vélez-Málaga, which was still very busy with people at that time of day. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/evacuado-hospital-regional-malaga-hombre-tras-sufrir-accidente-paramotor-benajarafe-20250922100857-nt_amp.html

EUROPE

France will only recognise Palestine if Hamas ceases to rule the Strip and says that it will be The Hague that decides if there is a “genocide”: {Translation, summary}
– The recognition of Palestine as a State by the United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Canada and Australia has dealt a blow to Israel, which has warned that it will take reprisals and has insisted that a Palestinian State will never exist.
– In any case, France has conditioned recognition on Hamas disarming and ceasing to control Gaza, and its Foreign Minister, Jean-Noel Barrot, has stated that it is not the French Government’s role to use the term genocide to describe Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip, but “that this falls to the international jurisdictions, to the International Court of Justice, to the International Criminal Court”. This Monday marks the beginning of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in which President Emmanuel Macron {pic} plans to specify details of the French recognition of Palestine. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/guerra-israel-gaza-directo-francia-reconocimiento-palestina-hamas-franja-haya-genocidio-onu_6370075_6.html

TRAVEL

EU cybersecurity agency says European airports targeted with ransomware:
– As a cyberattack that plunged European air passengers into chaos stretched into a third day, the European Union said Monday that it wasn’t an isolated incident and criminal gangs were using ransomware to disrupt airport IT around the world. Malicious ransomware was used to infect software used in airport automatic check-in and boarding systems, the EU Agency for Cybersecurity told the BBC, although it made no mention of any ransom being demanded in exchange for unfreezing the systems.
– The gang behind the attack is, as yet, unidentified.
– European airports, including Brussels, Berlin, and Dublin were continuing efforts to return to normal, with London Heathrow requesting airlines continue to check in and board their passengers manually, leaked international communications showed. Full article: https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/09/22/EU-ransomware-blamed-for-European-flight-chaos/5851758537924/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Carlos Alcaraz misses out on Laver Cup final, Taylor Fritz topples Zverev and the Rest of the World beats Europe: {Translation}
– Carlos Alcaraz’s win over Francisco Cerúndolo gave Team Europe hope in the Laver Cup, but Alexander Zverev failed to capitalise, losing the final match to Taylor Fritz (6-3, 7-6(4)). Fritz, who had beaten Alcaraz two days earlier, secured the Rest of the World’s victory (15-9), their third Laver Cup title. Fritz’s powerful play overwhelmed Zverev, who had also lost to Alex De Miñaur earlier, despite fighting back to force a tiebreak. Fritz dominated the event, losing only once in doubles. Alcaraz contributed six points for Europe, winning singles and doubles matches, including a strong win over Cerúndolo (6-2, 6-1). However, Zverev’s defeat meant Europe could not force a decisive doubles set. The Rest of the World team, led by Andre Agassi, reclaimed the trophy after losing to Europe in 2023, marking their third win in the last four tournaments. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/deportes/tenis/carlos-alcaraz-se-queda-sin-laver-cup-taylor-fritz-tumba-zverev-resto-mundo-se-impone-europa_6369941_0.html

HEALTH

The Next Step In Making All Your Healthcare Data Public- The Ministry of Health prepares a digital health law to make medical records available in the rest of the EU and extend to the private sector: {Translation, summary}
– The Ministry of Health is preparing a digital health law to ensure clinical records are accessible across all Spanish provinces, autonomous communities and European Union countries. Published for public consultation, the law aims to guarantee healthcare access regardless of location or whether care is public or private. It aligns with European Regulation 2025/327 on the European Health Data Space, providing a common legal framework for secure, ethical interoperability of health data.
– The law will share responsibility between Spain’s autonomous communities and the Ministry of Health, integrating private providers to address current inequality in access to patient records. It will regulate use of big data for research, innovation and public health, while introducing clear rules on digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and biometrics, governing patient and professional rights. The law also sets conditions for financing digital health products like apps and monitoring systems. The consultation period runs until 20 October, inviting public input on the regulation’s development.
– {This proposed law centralises and shares sensitive health data across multiple regions and private providers, significantly increasing the attack surface for cybercriminals, especially given the involvement of digital tools and big data. If the data is managed by a group with a poor history of safeguarding data confidentiality, as has been the case in Spain, this could lead to large-scale breaches, exposing personal medical information and undermining public trust in the healthcare system. The period for public remarks is open until 20 Oct., let them know what you think. For this specific law, comments would likely be submitted via the Ministry of Health’s official website or the Spanish government’s central public consultation platform at [https://digital.gob.es/ministerio/participacion-proyectos-normativos/consulta-publica-previa]. However, I looked and couldn’t find a way to submit an opinion on this controversial topic, the website does not appear to be recently updated. So typical of this administration. -Ed.}
EU comment link, as part of the Digital Fairness Act, registration required and no VPNs allowed: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14622-Digital-Fairness-Act/public-consultation_en
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/sanidad-prepara-una-ley-salud-digital-para-que-historial-clinico-este-disponible-resto-ue-se-extienda-privada_6370091_0.html

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Andalusia starts the flu vaccination campaign next week + other vax info: {Translation}
– Andalusia’s vaccination campaign will start on Tuesday 30 September, beginning with children aged 6 to 59 months, pregnant women, and teachers of children under 5 to protect the most vulnerable and their contacts. A new feature this year permits household members of children under 5, those over 60, pregnant women, and people with chronic illnesses to vaccinate together, enhancing family protection. For the fourth consecutive year, children under 5 will be vaccinated against flu. The nasal flu vaccine will again be administered in schools to 3 and 4-year-olds, reaching 65 per cent of this group last year.
– From 6 October, vaccination will extend to nursing homes, disability centres, healthcare and social care workers. From 14 October, people aged 80 and over and highly dependent individuals at home will be vaccinated. On 20 October, those over 70 and children aged 5 or older with chronic illnesses will receive doses. The campaign opens 27 October for those 60 and over, key professionals including police, firefighters, civil protection, those exposed to animals, and prison workers.
– Regarding Covid vaccination, the recommendation has been raised to 70 years and over, with younger people at risk also eligible. The goal is to prevent serious illness in high-risk groups.
– Also beginning this Monday is the third campaign to immunise children under six months against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), with 73,000 doses purchased. Newborns from 22 September to 31 March 2026 will be immunised in hospital. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/andalucia-inicia-proxima-semana-campana-vacunacion-contra-gripe-estos-seran-los-primeros-grupos-recibir-dosis_6370131_0.html

TECH

DoctorLaptop’s Tips #118
What is the difference between a Hyphen (-), the double long En dash (–), and the triple long Em dash (—)?
– The difference in the length of these dashes reflects a difference in meaning. The hyphen (-) joins words, the en dash (–) shows ranges or connections, and the em dash or long dash (—) adds emphasis or separates ideas. Using the wrong one while typing can affect clarity or even change the meaning of your sentence. That’s why it’s important to know how to insert each dash correctly when working on documents. However, you won’t find these longer dashes on most keyboards.
– You can use the classic Alt Codes to type these dashes. This method requires a full keyboard with the numeric keypad on the right side. Alt Codes let you insert special characters by holding the Alt key and typing a specific number code on the numeric keypad (but not the numbers along the top row of keys). It works in most Windows applications that support text input.
– Place the cursor where you want to insert the dash. Hold down the Alt key. On the numeric keypad, press:
For hyphen: 45
For en dash: 0150
For em dash: 0151
Release the Alt key, and the character will appear.
– If your keyboard has no separate number pad, there are 2 main options.
1. Copy and paste the em dash and en dash from a webpage into a text file and save it. When you need them, copy/paste them from this file.
2. Use the Emoji menu to insert the em dash and en dash characters.
Place the cursor where you want to insert the dash.
Press the 2 key combination of “Windows key + . (period)” or “Windows key + ; (semicolon)” to open the emoji panel.
Click the Symbols tab in the upper toolbar, see red square in image.

Select the symbol you want to insert from the General Punctuation tab, see yellow circles below. Info on this method: https://pureinfotech.com/insert-symbols-windows-11/

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DigameXtra No. 3093 Monday, Sept. 22nd, 2025

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We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
***Trips/Events***
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October
– 7th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 24th – Trip to Yunquera for their Chestnut and Wine Festival. €22pp
November
– 4th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 20th – Craft Fair and Bake Sale
– 21st – A visit to an Olive Oil Plantation, Lunch at the WOK and IKEA/Plaza Mayor. €28 pp includes entry to the plantation with tasters, coach fare but excludes lunch at the Wok.
– 28th – Black Friday shopping at La Canada, Marbella with a dash around Iceland. €20pp
December
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 11th – Presentation to La Cruz Roja of children’s Christmas gifts. Call for gifting details.
– 12th – Malaga Christmas Lights €10pp.
– 23rd – 27th December – We still have availability for Christmas at Hotel Angela in Fuengirola, €420 pp based on 2 sharing a double room. Call for details.
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***October etc. events & excursions***
– Tuesday – Axarquia Business Networking group 7.00 – 9.00.
– Monday– Monday Club. Please contact the Centre. 11.00.
– Wednesday– Art group, with the crochet & craft group 10.00 – 13.00.
– Shop Wednesdays and Fridays 10.00 – 13.00.
– Thursday – NA English 19.00 to 20.30.
– Friday – Conversation group 10.00 – 11.00.
– Friday – Coffee Morning 10.00- 13.00.
– Saturday – Catholic Mass in English at the Centre 17.00.
Coming Excursions
– Thursday 27th November – Coach Excursion to Guzmán Nurseries, Mijas Pueblo and the Miramar shopping center/ Iceland in Fuengirola.
– Thursday 18th December – Coach Excursion to see the Malaga Christmas Lights.

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The Night of the Bats in the Nerja Cave: Fri, 26 Sept.
Observe & learn about the bats of the Caves.
From 5:30 p.m., with a total duration of 3 hours. It is a free meeting, aimed at all audiences, for which prior registration must be made, we offer below all the information about it.
This activity, which will take place in the Nerja Cave, is part of the International Bat Night, a global event promoted by the UN. The objective of this initiative is the conservation of European bats. Full info and registration: https://cuevadenerja.es/la-noche-de-los-murcielagos-en-la-cueva-de-nerja/

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Taste of Competa [Sabor a Cómpeta]: Sat, 27 Sept, 14:00
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This special day combines gastronomy, culture, music and community spirit, transforming the town into a vibrant global stage where residents and visitors can savour dishes and rhythms from all over the world. The event is part of the Day of the Tourist and Residents.
But the most important thing is that El Sabor a Cómpeta is the biggest charity event of the year for our town. Every euro raised goes to local charities, making this day a day of joy, generosity and commitment to the community.
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SPAIN

Time change in Spain 2025- this is the day we say goodbye to summer and winter time arrives: {Translation, summary}
– The new schedule will start the early morning of Saturday, October 25 to Sunday, October 26, 2025. At 03:00 hours in the Peninsula, the clocks will be set back to 02:00 hours. For its part, in the Canary Islands, at 02.00 hours it will be 01.00 hours. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/dia-cambio-hora-horario-invierno-espana_6240668_0.html

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Blackmailers are never satisfied- Junts reiterates to the PSOE that it will not support the budget if they do not comply with its previous agreements: {Translation, summary}
– Junts has warned the PSOE that it will not support the 2026 General State Budget unless Pedro Sánchez fulfils agreements made earlier in the legislature. The warning follows a discreet meeting in Brussels between Junts leader Carles Puigdemont {pic} and former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Government figures responded cautiously: Economy Minister María Jesús Montero stressed the importance of discretion, while Sánchez himself declined to comment, claiming ignorance of the encounter. Minister Ángel Víctor Torres acknowledged it in the context of budget talks, though no party officially confirmed the meeting.
– The seven Junts votes are vital for the Government to pass its budget in Congress. Yet frustration persists within Puigdemont’s ranks over unresolved commitments, including the full application of the amnesty law, the transfer of immigration powers, and recognition of Catalan as an official EU language. This growing tension places negotiations between PSOE and Junts at a critical juncture. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/junts-reitera-psoe-tras-reunion-zapatero-puigdemont-que-no-apoyara-los-presupuestos-si-no-cumple-los-acuerdos_6369240_0.html

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Unsustainable Retirement System- Spain’s Pensioners receive 62% more than they contributed to the system, the struggling youth are paying for pensions that are larger than their own salaries!:
– Risk management experts state that retirees currently receive 62% more than what they contributed to the system throughout their working lives.
– According to a report by the Juan de Mariana institute, the wealth of those born in the 1980s is currently 46% less than that of those born in the 1960s when they reached the same age bracket.
– The statistics are devastating. Young people under 35 have gone from owning 7.5% of the country’s wealth to 2% in just two decades. In contrast, the over-75s have doubled their wealth, from 8% to over 20%. The reasons behind this gap are varied. The Juan de Mariana institute points out that while the real income of workers between 18 and 29 years of age has dropped by 3% between 2008 and 2024, that of the over-65s has risen by 18%. What is more, new pensioners already earn more than those under 35 years, with an average of 1,760 euros compared to 1,670 euros. {Since the contributions of current workers significantly fund the pensions of the retired, and these pensions are larger than the salaries supporting them, more money is going out than coming in. It is not being sufficiently offset by a growing “working age” population. The progressives promised to solve this problem with increased migration, higher minimum wages and improved reporting of working hours, but it’s not working. A growing population, both young residents and new migrants, heavily reliant on welfare rather than contributing to pension funds, will not fill the wage vs pension gap, it exacerbates the problem. -Ed.}
– The authors of the report, who use statistics from the Bank of Spain and the national institute of statistics, state that what greatly contributes to this imbalance is the fact that the tax burden on young people to cover the pension hole is increasing. “The income dedicated to paying personal income tax and social security contributions now accounts for 39.5% of the labour cost of an average wage, compared to 31.8% observed in the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development),” the study states. The figure rises to 55% when other taxes are included: the Spanish IVA, property tax, etc.
– According to the report, 81% of those born between 1945 and 1965 were already homeowners by the age of 42. This figure has fallen below 50% for those born after 1985. Today, the proportion of young people with mortgages barely reaches 20%, with prices already exceeding those of the housing bubble. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/new-retirees-already-earn-more-than-workers-20250919073659-nt.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Long Delays in Disability Assessments Block Access to Rights in Málaga: {Translation, summary}
– In Málaga, people seeking official disability recognition face severe delays of up to three years, preventing access to key rights such as tax relief, grants, social electricity discounts, and reserved employment posts.
– While the problem is most visible locally, it stems from the way the assessment system is managed by the Junta de Andalucía. The regional government has increased the number of assessment teams in Málaga from eight to thirteen, making it one of the provinces with the highest reinforcement. Yet bottlenecks remain due to incomplete staffing, especially the shortage of doctors, frequent IT failures and the complexity of the new national disability scale (Baredi), introduced in 2023 to replace the simpler regional framework. {What? More IT failures in the highly touted Andalucian tech sector, that can’t be, can it? Or are they lying to us about all the supposed progress they made with the billions they spent on IT improvements that continue to experience failures regularly- in health, transport, gov’t agencies, etc. I wonder if the same ineptitude applies to our medical procedures? Yikes! -Ed.},
– Although urgent cases, such as children under six, elderly people over 75, or patients with degenerative diseases, are prioritised, most applicants face long waits. Some benefits can later be claimed retroactively, but others – including grants or recognition as a large family, which provides electricity discounts – are lost if delayed. Union UGT has proposed allowing other health professionals to perform assessments and warns that staff turnover and poor working conditions further slow the process. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/demoras-anos-valoracion-discapacidad-malaga_0_2004824327.html

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The hospitality industry loses up to five euros per person during the summer despite (or because of) rising prices: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga’s hospitality sector is closing the summer with disappointing results, despite optimistic forecasts at the start of the season. Visitor numbers remained steady, yet average customer spending fell, with businesses earning around five euros less per person during the peak months of July and August. Overall turnover is estimated to have declined by 5–10%, depending on the area. Consumption rose in Málaga city but fell inland and in zones reliant on Spanish tourism, which has weakened this year.
– Industry leaders highlight two key factors: fewer domestic clients and the effect of repeated heatwaves that discouraged outdoor dining and terrace use. Coastal establishments report a 7% drop in turnover, noting that while foreign tourists still visit, they consume less throughout the day compared to Spaniards, who typically spend from morning to night.
– The fall in spending contrasts with rising prices: restaurant costs increased by over 4% in both July and August, with some dishes, such as sardine skewers in Marbella, reaching 14 euros. Breakfast has become particularly expensive, rising 8% in a year due to sharp increases in coffee, chocolate and eggs. In total, breakfast prices have climbed almost 14% in just two years. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/hosteleria-pierde-cinco-euros-persona-verano-pese-20250919002124-nt_amp.html

DigameXtra Editorial on previous article- Andalucia’s reputation as a fun, bargain destination is increasingly under threat…which is damaging the local economy:
– Andalucia is no longer an option for those looking for a quick, cheap, weekend getaway, as it once was.
– You can find points of interest almost anywhere, as well as curious cultural events, these are not exclusive to Andalucia. Most tourists were attracted to Andalucia by the year round comfortable climate and the affordability, you could find cheap room deals, fill up on free tapas & €1.50 glasses of tinto, stock up on cheap smokes, and splurge €15 on a very fine dinner or settle for a €6 menu del dia. You could just grab a cheap, last minute flight to Malaga, and with a couple of hundred £ in pocket, have your quick getaway. Now you have to plan in advance, search for deals & bargains, and expect to burn thru a lot more money. A fun, spontaneous treat has become an ordeal.
– Buzz killers. Local restrictions on hen parties, drinking in the street, bar crawls, live music in bars & terraces, buskers & street artists, closing hours, fireworks, the ladies of the night…all dampen the excitement that once attracted the crowds.
– Many travellers now complain that transport, particularly trains and buses, is unreliable: frequent delays, breakdowns, even copper thefts have disrupted rail services, especially outside major high-speed routes, undermining confidence in mobility across regions.
– Housing and rental prices have soared for visitors and locals, pushed up by short-term holiday lettings (such as Airbnb), making previously affordable neighbourhoods almost inaccessible to residents or budget conscious tourists, turning “cheap holidays” into expensive luxury stays.
– Protests against over-tourism are spreading in places like Barcelona, Mallorca and Málaga, with locals demanding regulation on rentals, better public services, and more sustainable tourism policies. Not what your typical tourist wants to see when there are other destinations waiting to greet you with open arms and lower prices.
– All this suggests that Spain risks becoming just another overpriced destination- still beautiful, still culturally rich, sill with exceptionally good weather, but no longer promising the value that made it so appealing, especially for those on modest budgets. The rich will still come and spend at high end Costa del Sol destinations, owned by multi-nationals that enjoy tax-breaks while they funnel their profits to off-shore accounts. But the locally owned average hospitality operations, the foundations of our local communities, who never fully recovered from the Covid lockdowns, now face the added challenges of raging inflation, new gov’t labour regulations and a decrease in customer traffic and spending.
– Is Andalucia’s coast destined to become another exclusive, generic playground for the rich, while the commoners and pensioners get pushed inland in search of an affordable life? Could the exodus from the coast drive a repopulation of inland villages and stimulate a revitalization of village life and rural culture? Sorry, now I am desperately grasping for straws of hope…-Ed.

MALAGA CITY

Here Come The Traffic Light Cams: {Translation, summary}
– The Malaga City Council will launch on Monday, September 22, the six ‘photo-red’ devices that have been installed to increase road safety.
– Photo-red systems consist of the installation of cameras in the vicinity of traffic light crossings in order to check that vehicles do not skip the traffic light or, once stopped, start before it turns green. The system is designed to be connected directly to the regulator and take pictures when the traffic light is in the red phase and a vehicle passes the stop line of the traffic light. If the traffic light is green or amber, the equipment does not activate.
– The detection devices consist of two high-performance cameras that, synchronously with the traffic light regulator at the intersection of the metro with that road, detect when a vehicle has crossed the stop line with the red light. When this happens, the license plate of the vehicle or motorcycle is captured, and several photos, before, during and after the infraction, and a short video of verification of the event to support the sanctioning body. {If they are capturing your image before you run the red light, that infers that every vehicle get photographed, basically monitoring all traffic that gets stopped at a given light. Monitoring the behaviour of law abiding citizens poses major privacy concerns. -Ed} The device works both day and night as it has additional infrared lighting and is capable of detecting violations in both lanes. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga-capital/cuidado-malaga-saltarse-tres-semaforos-rojo-empiezan-multar-radares-20250919123908-nt_amp.html

TORRE DEL MAR

Weekend Beach Festival of Torre del Mar 2026: {Translation, summary}
– The event will be held on July 9, 10 and 11, 2026.
– Next Tuesday, September 23 from 7 p.m., the sale of early purchase discount tickets will be activated. Info on the official website: www.weekendbeach.es
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-weekend-beach-festival-de-torre-del-mar-se-celebrara-los-dias-9-10-y-11-de-julio/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria celebrates International Tourism Day: {Translation, summary}
– Extensive programme of free activities from 26 to 28 September.
– The Cueva del Tesoro, the Cueva de la Victoria and Villa Antiopa will open their doors free of charge on the 27th.
– Villa Antiopa, one of the best-preserved Roman villas in Andalusia from the third century AD, will offer an immersive experience in Roman aristocratic life. Reservations for these free visits will open on Monday, September 22 at 12:00 p.m. through the https://entradas.turismoenrincon.es/ web portal. Given the limited capacity, it is recommended to make a reservation as soon as possible.
– 300 free train rides and gamified routes with prizes. The Department of Tourism of Rincón de lah Victoria has prepared a special mobility program that will allow residents and visitors to discover the municipality in a comfortable and fun way. Thus, on Saturday, September 27, the tourist train will offer 300 completely free trips departing from the historic Casa Fuerte Bezmiliana. The established schedules are in the morning session: 10:45, 11:45 and 12:45 hours (150 places); and afternoon session: 4:45 p.m., 5:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. (150 places). Tickets will be delivered on a first-come, first-served basis until full capacity is reached. Each tour will last approximately one hour, allowing you to get to know the main attractions of the municipality: beaches, promenade, cliffs of El Cantal and historical monuments. On 26 and 28 September, the tourist train will maintain a special reduced rate of 3.50 euros per person at its usual timetable.
– Oktoberfest. Three days of festivities in Plaza Al-Andalus. The Al-Andalus Square will be transformed from 26 to 28 September in the festive epicentre with the Oktoberfest celebration, which will feature a first-class musical program. On Friday 26, the evening will begin at 8:30 p.m. with Dance & Dreams performing traditional German dance, followed at 10:00 p.m. by Queen of Magic, one of the best tributes to Queen on the scene. On Saturday 27 at 10:00 p.m. it will be the turn of Maika La Vega Band with their pop-rock show, while on Sunday 28 the festival will close BANDido (3:00 p.m.), also with their pop-rock repertoire that promises to make all the audience vibrate. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-dia-internacional-del-turismo-con-un-amplio-programa-de-actividades-gratuitas-del-26-28-de-septiembre/

GRANADA

Low Emission Zone in Granada takes effect on October 1. The warning that affects thousands of drivers & bus users: {Translation, summary}
– The start of the university year has put Granada’s public transport system in check. The spokeswoman for the Municipal Socialist Group, Raquel Ruz, has denounced the “collapse” and “insufficiency” of urban bus lines, a situation that has resulted in long queues at stops and saturated vehicles, mainly affecting thousands of students. For this reason, the socialists have demanded from the government of Mayor Marifrán Carazo an “immediate reinforcement” of the service.
– The main concern, however, is set on the immediate future. Ruz has warned that the current chaos is only a prelude to what may happen in a few weeks, since the situation “it will worsen in a few days with the implementation of the Low Emission Zone”, scheduled for October 1. The socialist spokeswoman wonders what will happen when thousands of private vehicles cannot access the capital and their occupants have to resort to a transport system that, in her opinion, is not prepared. The warning is clear: “As of October 1, public transport may collapse if vehicles are not incorporated and frequencies are added”.
Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/granada/que-va-pasar-granada-1-octubre-advertencia-que-afecta-miles-usuarios-autobus/202509211003503140895.html

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A Naked Twist To Green Beer, and it’s not St. Patrick’s Day- Spencer Tunick pays tribute to Andalucian beer ‘Alhambra 1925’, with a massive green nude in Granada: {Translation, summary}
– Around a thousand volunteers from 25 countries took part in an art installation by American photographer Spencer Tunick in Granada on Saturday, posing naked in an olive grove, completely covered in green paint. The installation, the renowned artist’s first in Andalusia, was created to mark the centenary of Cervezas Alhambra under the title ‘Retrato Alhambra 1925’ (Alhambra Portrait 1925), and was conceived as a tribute to Andalusia, the natural environment, and the aesthetics of the brewery, which presents its bottle ‘naked’, without a label. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/granada/spencer-tunick-homenajea-andalucia-con-un-desnudo-masivo-verde-granada_6369743_0.html

SEVILLA

QuesArte Tomarse Feria del Queso Artesano- the largest cheese fair in Spain arrives in Seville: {Translation, summary}
– The event will take place in the Jardines del Conde Park and admission is free, or buy a ticket (seven euros) to taste eight different tapas.
– Spain’s celebrated gastronomy extends beyond paella and ham to its rich cheese tradition, and from 3 to 5 October the town of Tomares, near Seville, will showcase this heritage with the QuesArte Tomarse Artisan Cheese Fair. The event will host Spanish and international exhibitors in the Conde Gardens, offering free entry to encourage wide participation.
– Visitors will be able to buy cheeses directly from stalls or purchase a seven-euro ticket to sample up to eight tapas portions, accompanied by wine, beer, or soft drinks. While the focus is on Spanish cheese, particularly Andalusian producers, the fair also broadens the experience with additional artisan products. These include ice creams by Piamonte D’Ambrosio, recognised as Spain’s top ice-cream maker, as well as Portuguese pastries and pork scratchings from Artesanos del Chicharrón. The event seeks to highlight the importance of the cheese industry while offering an accessible and festive culinary experience. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/sevilla/feria-quesos-espana-sevilla_6369574_0.html

EUROPE

United Kingdom, Portugal, Canada and Australia recognise the State of Palestine: {Translation, summary}
– UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer {pic} announced on Sunday the formal recognition of the State of Palestine with the aim of “reviving the hope of peace” for Palestinians and Israelis under a two-state solution. Canada, Australia and Portugal also confirmed on Sunday that they recognise the Palestinian state.
– In his speech, which lasted about 6 minutes, Starmer made it clear that this recognition is not a “reward” for the Islamist paramilitary group Hamas, as claimed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or US President Donald Trump, and announced more sanctions on its components in the coming weeks. “Hamas is a brutal terrorist organisation. Our call for a genuine two-State solution is the exact opposite of their hateful vision. So let’s be clear. This solution is not a reward for Hamas, because Hamas cannot have a future and cannot have any role in the government or in the security (of Gaza),” he said. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/mundo/reino-unido-une-portugal-reconocera_0_2004835716.html

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Estonia invokes NATO Article 4 after Russian jets breach airspace:
– Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace on Friday, remaining inside the country’s airspace for 12 minutes in what Estonian officials described as the most serious incursion since joining NATO in 2004. {Russia denies the accusation claiming they remained within their own airspace by several kilometres.}
– The incident occurred near the island of Naissaar, off the coast of Tallinn, and prompted Estonia to request consultations under Article 4 of the NATO treaty. The alliance confirmed that its North Atlantic Council would convene early next week to discuss the matter.
– According to the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this was the fourth such violation by Russian aircraft in 2025. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna described the latest breach as “unprecedentedly brazen”.
– NATO aircraft from Finland, Sweden, and Italy were scrambled in response. Finnish fighters were the first to intercept the jets before handing over to Italian F-35s operating out of Ämari Air Base in Estonia. The Italian aircraft escorted the Russian fighters back towards Kaliningrad airspace. Sweden’s armed forces confirmed participation and published photographs of the MiG-31s.
– The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas, a former Estonian Prime Minister, also condemned the event, calling it “an extremely dangerous provocation”. She warned that Russia was testing Western resolve. Full article: https://www.helsinkitimes.fi/world-int/27957-estonia-invokes-nato-article-4-after-russian-jets-breach-airspace.html

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Greek sheep farmers devastated by sheeppox outbreak as flocks culled:
– Greek sheep farmers are in despair in central Greece as sheeppox destroys their flocks, while the Greek authorities are warning of a possible nationwide ban on the movement of animals. The outbreak of the highly infectious virus in the country is threatening to drive up food prices and affect the production of feta, Greece’s famous crumbly cheese.
– Across Thessaly, Greece’s agricultural heartland, sheeppox is wiping out flocks. More than 260,000 sheep and goats — roughly 2% of the national herd — have been culled in the last 12 months, forcing 1,100 farms to shut down, based on government figures. Authorities have launched a 10-day emergency plan, sending veterinarians to farms and setting up disinfection zones. But this came too late for many farmers. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/greek-sheep-farmers-devastated-by-sheeppox-outbreak-flocks-culled-2025-09-19/

MIDDLE EAST

Netanyahu warns that “there will be no Palestinian state” and announces that he will promote colonisation: {Translation, summary}
– Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that “there will not be a Palestinian state” in response to the recognition announced on Sunday by the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia and stressed that they will continue with colonisation projects in Palestinian territory.
– “I have a clear message for leaders who recognise a Palestinian state after the terrible massacre of October 7: you are giving a huge reward to terrorism,” Netanyahu said in a video posted on social networks. “It’s not going to happen. There will be no Palestinian state west of the Jordan,” the Israeli leader added in his first response to the announcement by London, Ottawa and Canberra.
– In addition, he stressed that with him as prime minister Israel has “doubled Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria (West Bank) and we are going to continue on this path”. “The answer to this recent attempt to impose a terrorist state on us in the heart of our land will come when I return from the United States. Wait,” he added.
– Israeli President Isaac Herzog also reacted to the announcement by London and its allies, who also mentioned October 7, 2023. “After the atrocities of October 7 and while Hamas continues its campaign of terror, while cruelly holding 48 hostages in the tunnels and dungeons of Gaza, today’s recognition of a Palestinian state by some countries has been applauded by Hamas, to no one’s surprise,” he said in an official statement. “It’s not going to help a single Palestinian. It’s not going to help free a single hostage. And it is not going to help us reach any agreement between Israelis and Palestinians. It only emboldens the forces of darkness. It is a sad day for those who seek true peace,” Herzog said. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-netanyahu-advierte-no-habra-estado-palestino-anuncia-impulsara-colonizacion-20250921183636.html

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Benagalbón will celebrate this Saturday the 30th edition of the Traditional Verdiales Contest with the clash of pandas in the Montes style, which will feature 20 groups. The contest will begin at 18:00, when the pandas will make their entrance to the rhythm of the paseo until reaching the little square by the church, where the “clash of pandas” will take place – a kind of duel between two pandas who quicken the tempo until one of them loses the beat.
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The largest bienmesabe in the world {pic} will be tasted in Antequera this Saturday, 20 Sept, from noon:
– The Paseo Real will host the fourth edition of this initiative, which will also offer, as a new feature, a giant paella and a traditional Spanish dish called porra.
– From 12:00 midday the bar service will open, serving, as a new feature, a giant paella and porra antequerana. At 17:30 comes the most anticipated moment: the distribution of the world’s largest bienmesabe, prepared by Piobiem, measuring more than 25 metres and cut into 5,000 portions.
– The donation per portion remains unchanged from previous years: €3 in advance or €4 on the day. Each ticket includes a serving of bienmesabe and a drink (water, coffee, flavored milk-drink or wine). Special tickets for coeliacs will also be available, to be purchased beforehand at Piobiem, guaranteeing food safety. In addition, as a novelty, individual gluten-free servings and products will be offered so that everyone can enjoy the occasion.
– According to the Town Council, the giant bienmesabe dessert requires 3,200 eggs, 125 kilos of cabello de ángel (pumpkin preserve), 100 kilos of sugar, 65 litres of syrup, 30 kilos of icing sugar and 85 sponge bases.
– After the distribution of the bienmesabe, local groups such as Funky Monster Band, Dr. Jones and Los Pacos will perform, with additional entertainment from DJ DoubleP.
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SPAIN

Electricity companies insist on pointing to REE as “solely responsible” for the blackout due to its lack of foresight: {Translation}
– The Director of Regulation of the Association of Electricity Companies (Aelec), Marta Castro, has insisted on placing all blame for the power blackout of 28 April on Red Eléctrica (REE) “as the sole party responsible”, since, in her opinion, the cause of the incident was a failure in voltage control due to “not having sufficient synchronous capacity coupled into the system”. “And here, unfortunately, there is only one responsible party, and that party is the one that must guarantee the security of supply in this country, and also guarantee that there are no failures in voltage control, and that is Red Eléctrica,” Castro stated in her appearance before the Senate Investigation Committee on the blackout.
– The Aelec executive, whose members include Iberdrola, Endesa, and EDP España, considered that Red Eléctrica has all the technical and legal tools to carry out its functions, and that on 27 and 28 April it erred by “not foreseeing the need for synchronous capacity” in the system, which led to the zero-power event. “Red Eléctrica faced a problem as big as an elephant that day, and it had only an ant to solve it. That is the reality. And this is not about how many megawatts came out or were lost, or which plant tripped first or second. The lack of foresight is also a failure,” she asserted.
– “A death foretold”. In fact, she recalled that in the days before the blackout “what amounted to a death foretold” was already being foreshadowed, noting that on 16, 22, and 24 April there had already been “significant” increases in voltage in the electricity transmission network, with warnings and incidents reported by companies such as FCC, Repsol, and Adif. She also stressed that historical data from recent years already indicated that April is a month which “structurally, and not circumstantially” presents problems in voltage levels. “The blackout on the 28th was a death foretold that everyone could see coming,” she highlighted, adding that Red Eléctrica had already stated in previous years that it did not have sufficient tools to guarantee voltage control.
– In this regard, she estimated that on that day the electricity system “was held together by pins”, which caused it to collapse at the first contingency, and she defended the tripping of protections at some plants as a response to the irregular level of voltage fluctuation.
– The plants operated “with complete normality”. She further defended that all the plants of Aelec’s members “operated that day with complete normality” and complied with all required protocols, thereby responding to the accusations made a week earlier in the Senate by the President of Redeia, Beatriz Corredor, who also blamed the electricity companies for their “poor management” on the day of the blackout. “In the face of possible breaches or possible improper trips, the CNMC has already requested the data and it has been verified that both voltage control and other aspects were fulfilled. Therefore, I can say that the plants operated with complete normality,” Castro indicated.
– Likewise, responding to Corredor’s specific claim that the plant where the blackout originated had failed in 2024 because of an “experiment”, the Aelec Director of Regulation replied: “Experiments belong in the laboratory.”
“The disconnection of a plant in Badajoz, Cuenca, or Seville cannot be the reason for a blackout of an entire electricity system,” she stressed. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/energia-00341/noticia-electricas-insisten-senalar-ree-unico-responsable-apagon-falta-prevision-20250918111221.html

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Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia is ready to raise its highest tower and become Europe’s tallest church:
– After well over a century under construction, Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia basilica is ready to raise its immense central tower and become the tallest Christian church in Europe. The basilica’s General Director Xavier Martínez said Thursday that “the tower will be finished at the end of this year or the beginning of 2026.” “This is an important moment in the history of the building of the Sagrada Familia because it will reach its maximum height,” Martínez told The Associated Press. “We are used to seeing skyscrapers like those in the United States (go up), but it is remarkable that in the 21st century we are building a cathedral.”
– Once the gigantic Tower of Jesus Christ is up, the masterpiece of architect Antoni Gaudí will rise to 172 meters (564 feet). That will make it taller than the Ulmer Münster church in southern Germany, which tops out at 162 meters (531.5 feet). The first pieces are already in place and the rest will be added in phases over the coming months. Once complete, the structure will be crowned by a cross and tightly surrounded by five other towers, one dedicated to Mary and four slightly shorter ones for the four evangelists.
– Work on the facades and interior will continue for several years, the church’s head of construction Esteve Camps said, but the goal is to finish building work in approximately a decade from now. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/sagrada-familia-spain-tower-barcelona-church-gaudi-ad0b8bdaf75a31a1db9b50385946c9b9

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The UCO certifies the authenticity of the audios of Koldo García that incriminate Cerdán and Ábalos: {Translation}
– The Central Operational Unit (UCO) has knocked down a pillar of the defence strategies of José Luis Ábalos and Santos Cerdán by concluding that the incriminating audios found in Koldo García’s house are authentic. “No traces have been found that show alterations, manipulations or anomalous behaviour,” says the report recently delivered to the Supreme Court.
– These eight audio files have an enormous weight in the investigation led by Judge Leopoldo Puente, since they contain conversations with the two former secretaries of Organization of the PSOE about the rigging of public works for which they are being investigated. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/uco-certifica-autenticidad-los-audios-koldo-garcia-que-incriminan-cerdan-abalos_6341437_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Junta de Andalucía cancels almost 10,600 irregular tourist homes: {Translation, summary}
– The cancellation of nearly 10,600 Tourist Use Dwellings (VUT) in Andalusia since February 2024 has had serious implications for accommodation landlords. Property owners whose registrations were revoked can no longer legally market their homes as tourist lodgings. This entails direct revenue loss, alongside exposure to penalties if they attempt to continue operations outside the legal framework. The enforcement is reinforced by police collaboration and stricter digital oversight, increasing the risk of sanctions for non-compliant landlords.
– At the same time, the upgraded Tourism Register introduces automatic alerts when registering dwellings in restricted urban areas, which may deter owners from entering the market in key tourist municipalities. Future regulation being considered – including temporary licences, tougher requirements, and heavier fines – points to a progressively restrictive environment for small landlords reliant on tourism.
– Opposition parties underline that cancellations have not stopped VUT growth, while thousands still operate illegally. This creates uncertainty for legitimate landlords, who face stricter controls while competitors may evade regulation. Moreover, growing political conflict between the Junta and central Government increases instability in the sector. Overall, landlords confront mounting compliance burdens, reduced security of tenure for licences, and the prospect of shrinking profitability in Andalusian tourist rentals. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/junta-andalucia-cancela-10-600_0_2004809163.html

AXARQUÍA

III International Gastronomic Festival comes to five municipalities in the Axarquía: {Translation, summary}
– This year it will take place from Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 September in Almáchar, Benamocarra, Comares, Cómpeta and El Borge. The objective of this event is for chefs from different countries to share the recipes and traditions of their country for six days.
– The opening day, Thursday, September 25, will be given by the well-known Malaga chef Víctor Hierrezuelo from ‘El Chiringuito’ in Sedella. Hierrezuelo will prepare in Almáchar an ajoblanco with marcona almonds from the Axarquía with a white prawn tart from Caleta de Vélez, “in this way we will unite the coast and the fields of our Axarquía in one dish”.
– The September 26 will take place at Redondo’s in Almáchar during midday, and in Cerro La Jaula de Benamocarra for dinner.
– The September 27, the group will travel in the morning to Cómpeta. The dinner will be prepared at the Posada del Bandolero in El Borge and will be attended by the members of the Martín Fierro de Alhaurín de la Torre Argentine Foundation.
– The Sunday, September 28, the conference will take place in Comares also coinciding with the Intercultural Day of the municipality. Specifically, lunch will be held at the Verde Oliva restaurant. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-asociacion-cultural-antonio-montes-lleva-el-iii-festival-internacional-gastronomico-a-cinco-municipios-de-la-axarquia/

TORROX

Oktoberfest returns to Torrox Costa with more beers and music: {Translation, summary}
– The event will take place this year from Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 at the Llano de Ferrara, next to the Iberostar Hotel, and alongside gastronomy it will offer live music.
– The programme begins on Thursday at 18:00 with DJ Nando El Alemán, followed by Oktober Music Band and Killer Rockets at 23:15.
– On Friday, opening from 12:00 midday, German music will set the festival atmosphere, with a performance by the dance group Aires de la Axarquía at 13:30. From 16:00 until midnight there will be performances by Bandido, DJ Nando El Alemán, Dance & Dreams, DJ Moosi, New Tricks and DJ Worzel.
– Saturday’s session will once again open with German music, continuing with Hallownest at 13:00; Bandido at 15:30; Sara at 18:00; DJ Nando El Alemán at 19:30; DJ Moosi at 21:00; Money Makers at 22:15; and DJ Worzel closing the fair from midnight into the early hours.
– On Sunday, the final day of the Torrox Oktoberfest, the German music atmosphere will return from the opening of the site at midday. Afterwards, performances will include El Pequeño Grupo at 13:00; Bandido at 14:30; Lemon Pie at 16:30; DJ Moosi at 18:00; DJ Nando El Alemán at 19:30; a Queen tribute by Queen of Magic at 21:00; and DJ Worzel will bring the musical finale. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/planes/oktoberfest-torrox-cervezas-musica-20250917133112-nt_amp.html

UKRAINE WAR

The only building damaged in last week’s Russian drone incursion into Poland was not hit by Russia… but by a NATO missile: {Translation, summary}
– Polish intelligence services suspect that the damage sustained by a house during last week’s massive Russian drone incursion did not result directly from these unmanned aircraft, but rather from the impact of a missile fired by a Western fighter deployed for interception duties. The damage to the roof of a house in the town of Wyryki, 15 kilometres from the Belarusian border, was the most visible image of the risk posed to the local population by the entry into Polish airspace of nearly twenty Russian drones, which Warsaw claims was deliberate.
– However, experts now believe it may not have been caused by a drone. “Everything indicates that it was a missile fired by our aircraft in the defence of Poland,” explained the coordinator of the intelligence agency, Tomasz Siemoniak, who avoided reaching final conclusions pending the completion of ongoing investigations. The Polish Armed Forces deployed F-16 and F-35 fighters to contain the incursion, in operations that also involved other NATO countries. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/polonia-atribuye-un-misil-otan-los-danos-una-vivienda-durante-incursion-drones-rusos-su-territorio_6341342_0.html

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Public health service in Andalucia reminds the public ‘if this phone number calls you, please pick up’:
– The Servicio Andaluz de Salud (SAS) public health service for the Andalucía region has warned on numerous occasions that, if people receive a call from the 955 800 008 number, they should pick it up as this could be their doctor or nurse. This number is a single telephone number established by the regional ministry of health for outgoing calls from primary care centres.
– For some time, Andalusian public health users received calls from different numbers, “which made it difficult to identify the caller”, as the regional government stated. This is why, this single number was established. The caller on the other side of the line will always be either your GP, a locum doctor or a nurse. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/sas-warning-this-number-calls-you-pick-20250916082016-nt.html

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Lecanemab, a drug that slows down the progression of Alzheimer’s, will be available in private healthcare in Spain by the end of the year, should be available thru public health next year: {Translation, summary}
– Lecanemab, a new treatment shown to slow Alzheimer’s progression by 27%, has been approved by the EMA and will reach Spain’s private healthcare system by the end of 2025. According to Dr Juan Fortea, only a handful of patients who can afford the high costs will initially access it, since in the United States it costs 26,000 dollars a year, and in Europe, even at lower prices, it will still involve tens of thousands of euros once hospital administration and tests are included.
– Spain’s drug regulator (Aemps) is negotiating the price, a process considered among the slowest in Europe. Fortea estimates that public healthcare may not cover the treatment until 2026, once the autonomous regions accept funding. Doctors argue that without public reimbursement, the drug will remain inaccessible to the majority of patients, leaving early access limited to private hospitals. Pressure is mounting for rapid integration into the public system. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/sociedad/2025/09/18/lecanemab-farmaco-ralentiza-progresion-alzheimer-estara-sanidad-privada-espana-este-ano-121723034.html

RELIGION

Leo XIV closes the door to the ordination of women priests and the blessing of gay marriages: {Translation, summary}
– In the first excerpts of the book-interview conducted by Elise Ann Allen the Pope closes the door “for the moment” to allowing the ordination of women priests, although he will continue to appoint women to positions of responsibility.
“The issue becomes a contentious issue when the specific question about ordination is asked. The synod had spoken specifically of the ordination, perhaps, of women deaconesses, which has been a question that has been studied for many years. There have been different commissions appointed by different popes to say: what can we do about it? I think it will continue to be a problem. I, for the moment, do not intend to change the Church’s teaching on the subject,” says Prevost, who regrets that some are calling for this reform to “invite women to become clerical.”
– There will also be no changes in the doctrine regarding the recognition of equal marriage, or the recognition of trans people. “The teaching of the Church will continue as it is, and that is what I have to say about it for now,” the pope said, asking for support for the traditional family. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/sociedad/leon-xiv-cierra-puerta-ordenacion-mujeres-sacerdotes-bendicion-matrimonios-gay_1_12612121.html

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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)
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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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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
– Stella, 8 years, 18kg, a very friendly, sociable dog, loves everyone she meets. Stella will need a new home or foster home by mid October.
– Wolfie, 4 years, 32kg, stunning GSD and in need of a new home asap.
Both dogs are in need of new homes due to health conditions of their owners, good with other dogs and children, but not lived with cats.
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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DigameXtra No. 3091 Thursday, Sept. 18th, 2025

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25th edition of the Day of Music in Benamocarra:
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Fiesta de la Quema 2025 (Burning Festival) in Algarrobo: 19-21 Sept
This Festival of the Burning of Algarrobo commemorates a historical event: the rebellion of the inhabitants against Napoleon’s troops. “There will be historical recreations that will be interspersed with other types of cultural and recreational activities, such as the poetic historical tour that will introduce illustrious characters of the municipality and will visit places of interest such as the church, the hermitages, the Phoenician tombs or the coastal landscapes”. This route, which is one of the novelties of this year, is scheduled to be held on Saturday at 10:00 am, after which a conference and a historical exhibition will be held and the competition of riders and horsewomen, which will take place on the river. Also on the river, in the afternoon, there will be a dance show with horses. The finale of this day will be the performance of the Triana band at 11:00 p.m. in the Parque de lah Escalerilla. Meanwhile, on Sunday, at 1:00 p.m., there will be a tasting of carob cakes and subtropical fruits, and during the three days a tapas route will be held and you can visit the gastronomic market with products from the province. Source: https://cadenaser.com/andalucia/2025/09/16/algarrobo-rememorara-uno-de-sus-episodios-historicos-mas-importantes-en-la-xi-fiesta-de-la-quema-ser-malaga/

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International Tourism Day: Sat, 27 Sept, Malaga celebrates world tourism day, when all museums and monuments have free entry. Some are also organising guided tours and themed events.

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EUROPE

Christian Brückner, the main suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, is released from prison in Germany: {Translation, summary}
– Christian Brückner, identified by German prosecutors as the main suspect in the 2007 disappearance of Madeleine McCann, has been released from prison in Germany after serving a sentence for an unrelated sexual assault. He will remain under geolocation surveillance. Despite his release, prosecutors have not gathered sufficient evidence to bring formal charges against him in the McCann case, though they emphasise that his mobile phone placed him near the Algarve apartment at the time of the child’s disappearance.
– Brückner had previously been sentenced to seven years for the rape of an American woman in Portugal in 2005. In 2020 the Braunschweig Prosecutor’s Office named him as the prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case, suggesting he kidnapped and murdered the British child, yet no indictment has followed. His former cellmate claims Brückner confessed to abducting a girl during a robbery, but the lack of concrete proof continues to delay formal legal action. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/principal-sospechoso-desaparicion-madeleine-mccann-sale-prision-alemania_6327154_0.html

UK

Trump calls UK state dinner with King Charles ‘one of the highest honors of my life’— as Melania stuns in brilliant yellow gown:
– President Trump thanked King Charles III for “one of the highest honours of my life” Wednesday night as he was feted at an ornate state dinner in Windsor Castle — before calling for the US and UK to continue to defend “the values of the English-speaking world.”
– Trump, 79, spoke beneath heraldic shields and knights’ armour in St. George’s Hall, where he was positioned at the centre of a banquet table between Charles, 76, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, who is recovering from cancer treatment. First lady Melania Trump, glowing in a bold yellow Carolina Herrera dress with a lilac belt, was seated nearby between Prince William, his father’s heir, and Queen Camilla.
– Trump noted that a recently resurfaced 1993 letter written by the future king “described the patriotism that guided his many projects” and expressed a desire “to put the ‘great’ back into Great Britain” — a forerunner of Trump’s own “Make America Great Again” campaign mantra.
– Despite the display of personal warmth, Trump concluded his speech with an exhortation to his hosts to “defend the exceptional heritage that makes us who we are. “We must continue to stand for the values of the people of the English speaking world, and we do indeed stand for that,” said the president, in an apparent reference to ongoing controversies over freedom of speech in Britain. Full article and 21 image photo gallery: https://nypost.com/2025/09/17/world-news/president-trump-and-melania-arrive-for-king-charles-state-dinner/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Spain will play the Czech Republic in the Davis Cup quarterfinals and avoids Italy until the final: {Translation, summary}
– Spain will play the Czech Republic in the quarter-finals of the Davis Cup Finals 2025, avoiding Italy until a possible final. The draw, held in Bologna, was considered favourable for David Ferrer’s side, as they dodged strong seeds such as Italy, France and Germany. The Czech Republic earned their place by defeating the United States, with Jakub Mensik overcoming Frances Tiafoe in the decisive match. Spain hope to count on Carlos Alcaraz and Marcel Granollers, both absent against Denmark, who had been instrumental in last year’s victory over the Czechs. Alcaraz and Roberto Bautista then secured crucial singles wins. Other quarter-finals feature Italy against Austria, France versus Belgium, and Germany against Argentina. If Spain progress, they would meet the winner of Germany-Argentina. The ‘Final 8’ will be played at Bologna’s Unipol Arena between 18 and 23 November, using a best-of-three format with two singles, and a doubles if required. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/deportes/espana-jugara-chequia-cuartos-final-copa-davis-evita-italia-final/202509171127252218650.html

GASTRONOMIA

No, €12 beefburgers are not the norm, you can eat for less in Malaga City than in any of the beach towns:
– Exploiting tourists at the cost of alienating locals- a stupid business model.

HEALTH

The Socialists get one right- The Andalusian PSOE demands a commission of inquiry in Parliament on health waiting lists: “It is a lie that the waiting lists go down”: {Translation, summary}
– María Márquez, socialist spokesperson, criticizes “the operation promoted by the president of the regional government’s marketing, propaganda, and lies team.”
– The Socialist Group in Andalusia has announced it will demand a commission of investigation into the management of healthcare waiting lists, accusing president Juanma Moreno and his PP-A Government of deceiving the public with manipulated figures. Spokeswoman María Márquez said the Government claims that waiting lists have fallen, when in fact specialist consultations have increased by 3,502 patients in the past year, with more than 10,000 now outside guaranteed deadlines. She explained that surgical waiting lists only appear shorter because many patients are stuck waiting for a specialist appointment and never make it onto the surgery list at all.
– The PSOE denounced this as a deliberate “trick” and a serious breach of trust, pointing out that oncology waiting lists have grown by 48 per cent, with those waiting beyond two months rising by 110 per cent. Márquez accused Moreno of covering up privatisation policies that are worsening care and putting lives at risk. She argued that public money is being diverted into private healthcare and pharmaceuticals under false pretences, serving political allies while ordinary Andalusians suffer. For the PSOE, these manipulated numbers demonstrate that the Government is using propaganda to mask failure, making a full investigation essential. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/psoe-exige-comision-investigacion-parlamento-listas-espera-sanitarias_0_2004798711.html

TECH

Windows 11’s September update is borked, won’t install for some users:
– Last week, Microsoft released an important Windows 11 patch known as update KB5065426. Unfortunately, it didn’t take long for error reports to start pouring in from users who have been running into all kinds of error codes during installation of the update. With it being a mandatory update, the Windows Update system will periodically keep trying to install the update even if users have declined. According to Windows Latest, the only workaround for this issue right now is to use the Media Creation Tool or Update Assistant Tool {…to do a full reinstall with the latest Win 11, including this buggy update}.
– Windows Latest has compiled a list of the various error codes that can crop up during installation of the September update, including 0x800F0991, 0x800F0922, 0x80071A2D, 0x800F081F, 0x80070302, 0x80070306, and 0x8000FFFF.
– In addition, some users are saying the update takes a lot longer to download than these monthly updates usually take, although that could just be due to the fact that this particular update is larger. Full article: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2910772/windows-11s-september-update-is-borked-wont-install-for-some-users.html

SCIENCE

World’s oldest mummies were smoke-dried 10,000 years ago in China and Southeast Asia, researchers find:
– The world’s oldest known human mummies were created by smoke-drying corpses 10,000 years ago in Southeast Asia and China, long before mummification became commonplace in Chile and Egypt, new research shows. A study of dozens of ancient graves found in China, the Philippines, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia revealed that many skeletons that were found in a tight fetal position were treated by an extended period of smoke-drying over fire before being buried.
– Many of the skeletons revealed evidence of low-intensity heating and discoloration from soot, rather than evidence of direct combustion such as a cremation. This suggests that a specialized mortuary practice involving the smoking of a corpse was likely practiced widely in pre-farming communities across southern China and Southeast Asia, the researchers wrote.
– Smoke-dried mummies are still being made today in parts of Southeast Asia, according to the researchers. They travelled to Papua, a province of Indonesia, in 2019 and observed the Dani and Pumo people creating mummies of their deceased ancestors by tightly binding the corpses, setting them over a fire, and smoking them until they turned entirely black. Drawing on these examples, the researchers concluded that ancient individuals were tightly bound after death and smoked for long periods over low-temperature fires. Full article: https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/worlds-oldest-mummies-were-smoke-dried-10-000-years-ago-in-china-and-southeast-asia-researchers-find

TRAVEL

Train delays become a daily occurrence for Andalucia: I have given up on following all the train delays. These have become a daily occurrence in Andalucia. If travelling by train I suggest you check the official websites for delay announcements, and always be prepared for unexpected delays once you leave for the station. -Ed.

OTHER

New Jersey is 14th state to legalize human composting as eco-friendly burial alternative:
– The Garden State approved a bill that legalizes human composting, an alternative to traditional burials in which a corpse is transformed into nutrient-rich soil that loved ones can use to feed their favourite houseplant or scatter like ashes. Human composting, more formally known as natural organic reduction, has skyrocketed in popularity after the COVID-19 pandemic left more than a million Americans dead.
– New Jersey is the 14th state to have legalized the practice over the last six years. The human composting process, though, isn’t nearly as speedy as commonly accepted methods like cremation. The entire ordeal takes a staggering 45 days as the “body is gently transformed into nutrient-rich soil,” according to Earth Funeral’s website. Earth Funeral has been at the heart of human composting since Washington, where the company is based, became the first state to legalize the practice in 2019.
– Human composting doesn’t vary much from regular composting. The person’s corpse is placed in a “vessel” with organic materials like straw and alfalfa before being sealed inside and attached to an HVAC system. From there, it’s left to decompose. Exactly how long the body is allowed to break down in the cradle varies from state to state. While human composting may be legally allowed in some places such as Washington & Colorado, Spain has not yet implemented legislation to explicitly permit or regulate this practice. {The practice itself is not explicitly addressed in Spanish law, so technically, it could be seen as illegal under current regulations, which primarily focus on traditional burial and cremation. As with many things in Spain, if it ain’t regulated, it’s probably illegal. -Ed.}
– With one processor, Earth Funeral, the deceased’s loved ones are in control even from across the country and can decide how much soil they’d like returned to them, ranging from a smidgeon to scatter similarly to cremated ashes, or enough to comfortably house a potted plant.
Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/09/16/us-news/new-jersey-legalizes-human-composting-as-eco-friendly-burial-alternative/

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Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

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DigameXtra No. 3090 Wednesday, Sept. 17th, 2025

On September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Historical Reenactment “La Duda”- Casarabonela: Sat, 20 Sept.
The day will begin at 12:00 p.m. with a Inaugural Parade from the library car park to the Villa de Casarabonela, which will officially open its doors half an hour later. Among the planned activities are Vintage Games, exhibitions of falconry with birds of prey, a free bean stew tasting, guided tours of emblematic places, family workshops and children’s activities such as the “Treasure Hunt 1560”. There will also be shows of contemporary and aerial dance with fire and lectures on local history. At 9:00 p.m. the Historical Reenactment “La Duda”, inspired by the events that occurred in the mid-sixteenth century.

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“Las Noches del Cerro” [The Nights of the Hill] – Vélez-Málaga: Fri & Sat, 19 & 20 Sept.
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SPAIN

Empty Promises, Again- Sánchez announces €30,000 grants to buy subsidised housing but there are only 350 homes available out of the 184,000 he promised: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez, President of the Government, has launched a series of new measures to improve access to housing for young people. One of them consists of a 30,000 euros for Rent-to-own for young people, which would apply in the case of flats of Official protection. However, the low construction of social housing is one of the great challenges of the Sánchez government, as well as the shortage of this type of housing. Specifically, Sánchez has only delivered 350 homes of official protection in two years of the 184,000 he promised. It is unclear if these “grants” will need to be repaid as loans or not. Many of the COVID relief “grants” Sanchez boasted of were actually loans of EU funds Spain received as outright handouts, thus loaning out money they received for free. These grant-loans were often rejected by businesses who didn’t want additional debt at a time when they were already struggling.
– In this way, despite the fact that 184,000 homes have been in limbo for almost 2 years, with hardly any knowledge of how their evolution is going, the Government is once again promising in a few months that it will launch aid of 30,000 euros for a rental with an option to buy in social housing. Although all the details of this measure are not yet known, taking into account the availability of affordable housing that currently exists, it seems that it will be very difficult to carry out. Source, Spanish: https://okdiario.com/economia/sanchez-anuncia-30-000-comprar-vpo-pero-solo-hay-350-viviendas-184-000-que-prometio-15414798

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Supreme Court Rejects Santos Cerdán’s Defence in the Koldo Case: {Translation, summary}
– The Supreme Court has rejected all attempts by Santos Cerdán’s defence to annul the Koldo investigation. Judge Leopoldo Puente dismissed requests for new testimony and evidence, including questioning Civil Guard officers, ruling that they were neither relevant nor necessary. He ridiculed Cerdán’s lawyers for presenting him as a “champion” of parliamentary rights when no member of parliament has been implicated apart from José Luis Ábalos, whose case proceeded only after the required authorisation from Congress.
– The court also rejected claims of a conspiracy involving Civil Guard members and Koldo García, calling them vague and unsupported. Much of the case rests on recordings of Koldo, which the judge confirmed were legitimately obtained, though their authenticity may still be contested through expert review. The magistrate further dismissed arguments portraying Koldo as an agent provocateur or Víctor de Aldama’s cooperation as coerced, stressing that other possible crimes by Aldama do not negate the evidence of irregular public contracts. Source, Spanish: https://www.laprovincia.es/espana/2025/09/15/juez-puente-rechaza-diligencias-solicitadas-santos-cerdan-anular-caso-koldo-121590877.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Tickets to visit Caminito del Rey from December 2 to March 22, 2026, will go on sale today: {Translation, summary}
– This Wednesday, September 17, tickets will go on sale to visit El Caminito del Rey on dates between December 2 of this year and March 22, 2026. They can be purchased starting at 10:00 a.m. at www.caminitodelrey.info for €10 for general admission or €18 for guided tours. Sales will open simultaneously for the general public and travel agencies. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/las-entradas-para-visitar-el-caminito-del-rey-del-2-de-diciembre-al-22-de-marzo-de-2026-saldran-a-la-venta-este-miercoles/

MIDDLE EAST

Israel begins its all-out offensive on Gaza City and enters the area with tanks- “It’s burning”:
– Israel launched the main stage of its long-awaited ground offensive on Gaza City on Tuesday, declaring “Gaza is burning” as Palestinians in the area described the most intense bombardment they had experienced in two years of war. An Israel Defence Forces official said ground troops were moving deeper into the city, towards its centre, and that the number of soldiers would rise in coming days to confront up to 3,000 Hamas combatants the IDF believes are still in the city.
– “Gaza is burning,” Defence Minister Israel Katz posted on X. “The IDF strikes with an iron fist at the terrorist infrastructure and IDF soldiers are fighting bravely to create the conditions for the release of the hostages and the defeat of Hamas.” Gaza health officials reported at least 40 people killed, most of them in Gaza City, in the early hours of the assault, as air strikes swept across the city and tank incursions were reported by residents in several areas.
Israel renewed its calls on civilians to leave, and long columns of Palestinians were streaming towards the south and west in donkey carts, rickshaws, heavily laden vehicles or on foot. “They are destroying residential towers, the pillars of the city, mosques, schools and roads,” Abu Tamer, a 70-year-old man who was making the gruelling journey south with his family, told Reuters in a text message. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-says-gaza-is-burning-it-launches-huge-ground-assault-2025-09-16/

SPANISH ROYALS

Infanta Sofía, happy and fully adapted to her new university life in Lisbon: {Translation, summary}
– On September 8th, just a week ago, Infanta Sofía began her university studies in Political Science and International Relations at the Lisbon campus of Forward College. It was precisely the exclusive private college, part of the University of London, that shared the first images of the youngest daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia on social media during this exciting new stage, during the activities and group dynamics with which they welcomed their new students. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/chance/realeza/noticia-infanta-sofia-feliz-totalmente-adaptada-nueva-vida-universitaria-lisboa-20250915140617.html

CONSUMER INFO

Is it legal to have your backpack or bag searched in a supermarket? What you need to know before you say no: {Translation}
– In Spain, some supermarkets request customers to show handbags, rucksacks or even baby bags at the checkout. A legal expert clarifies that no cashier or supermarket worker can oblige a customer to open a bag, as there is no legal duty to comply. Only licensed security guards, under specific conditions, may request inspection.
– According to the Ministry of the Interior, guards are permitted to ask for the contents of a bag if there are concrete indications of theft or another offence. Even then, the action must be exceptional, not generalised. If the customer refuses, the guard cannot force inspection but must call the police, who alone can proceed formally. Consumer organisations emphasise that bag checks should not be routine but limited to justified suspicion of wrongdoing. Ultimately, showing the bag remains voluntary unless genuine evidence of crime exists, in which case intervention is restricted to security staff and authorities. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/como/2025/09/16/68c824a4e9cf4aaf778b4590.html

CULTURAL REVOLUTION

Spain will not participate in Eurovision for the first time in history if Israel is not expelled: {Translation, summary}
– After a heated debate, the president of the Corporation and a majority of like-minded board members (10 of the 15 who make up the board) have made the decision: Spain will not participate in Eurovision 2026 if Israel is not expelled, following approval by the Board of Directors with 10 votes in favour, four against, and one abstention. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/television/2025/09/16/68c934af21efa0f1768b457e.html

TRAVEL

Third day of strike by security guards in Barajas airport with waits at controls of up to an hour: {Translation, summary}
– Those who have to fly from the Madrid airport are advised to arrive well in advance. Yesterday 1,900 passengers missed their flights. Most delays were in terminal T4.
– The passengers who arrived this Tuesday early in the morning at Barajas airport have had to wait at least an hour to be able to pass the security controls on the third day of the indefinite strike called by a group of security guards from the Trabllisa company.
– It is advised to those who have to fly from the Madrid airport that arrive well in advance and that they check in their hand luggage to speed up the passage through the security filter, where there are long queues of passengers from 7:00 in the morning. Lines were back to normal by noon. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/madrid/un-completo-absoluto-caos-nueva-jornada-aglomeraciones-barajas-por-paro-vigilantes-que-deja-1-500-pasajeros-tierra_6326215_0.html

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The Sierra Nevada Endless Route, 300 km of circular trail through 60 villages, peaks, and unforgettable landscapes: {Translation, summary}
– The Sulayr route, known as the “eternal path”, is the longest circular trail in Spain and a jewel of Sierra Nevada. Its name, derived from Arabic as the “mountain of the sun”, reflects both heritage and natural grandeur. Spread across 19 stages, it covers around 300 kilometres at an altitude of 1,800 to 2,000 metres, surrounding the massif with landscapes of forests, meadows, rivers, and ravines. It also highlights the agricultural and livestock traditions of Granada’s mountain culture.
– The route passes through 60 municipalities and six districts, including the Alpujarra, Trevélez, Capileira, the Marquesado, Dílar Valley, and Lecrín. These villages provide both logistical support and a wealth of gastronomy and tradition. Marked as GR-240, Sulayr is well signposted, with red and white markers and information panels. Though demanding, it is accessible and can be tackled in sections.
– The Provincial Council of Granada calls it the “king” of Sierra Nevada trails and a symbol of unity between two provinces, six districts, and sixty villages. The best time to walk is summer or early autumn, when snow recedes, though winter stages require preparation. Authorities advise carrying water, sun protection, proper clothing, and mountain footwear.
– See maps & photos of all the stages at the official website: https://www.andalucia.org/listing/sendero-sulayr-gr-240/21496102/
Source, Spanish: https://www.granadahoy.com/vivir/ruta-sulayr-sierra-nevada-300-km-pueblos_0_2004782405.html

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– Aemet activates high temperature alerts for next three days with up to 40C forecast in south of Spain
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/aemet-activates-high-temperature-alerts-for-next-20250916155254-nt.html
– Ryanair threatens to slash another million seats on Spain flights next summer in row over airport taxes
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/ryanair-threatens-slash-another-million-seats-spain-summer-20250915131415-nt.html
– National leader of Spain’s main opposition PP party makes five pledges to Andalucía region during rally in Malaga
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/the-pp-lights-the-fires-for-the-20250915080143-nt.html
– Malaga’s Historic Alcazaba-Gibralfaro fortress {pic} to stay open later and offer night tours once new lighting is installed
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/the-alcazaba-will-open-night-2026-with-20250912075315-nt.html
– US accuses Spain of ’emboldening Hamas terrorists’ with its measures against Israel
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/accuses-spain-encouraging-terrorists-hamas-over-antiisrael-20250911073826-nt.html

OBITUARIES

RIP- Robert Redford Dies at Age 89:
– Robert Redford, a two-time Oscar winner who charmed audiences with “The Way We Were” and “Barefoot in the Park,” directed the complex dramas “Ordinary People” and “Quiz Show,” and founded the Sundance Institute to promote independent storytelling, has died. He was 89.
– The Hollywood icon passed away early Tuesday at his home in Utah, Rogers & Cowan PMK chief executive Cindi Berger told the New York Times. Berger said Redford died in his sleep. No cause of death was given.
– His most memorable acting work includes roles in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” (1969), “The Sting” (1973), “All the President’s Men” (1976), “The Natural” (1984) and “Out of Africa” (1985). Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/09/16/entertainment/robert-redford-dead-oscar-winner-dies-at-89/

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Torrox Oktoberfest: Thur-Sun, 18-21 Sept.
At Parking Ferrara, next to Iberostar Hotel, Torrox Costa
The party will open its doors on Thursday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m. while the rest of the days will start from noon. The End of party will take place on Sunday night.

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Veladilla de San Miguel- Nerja: Fri-Sun, 19-21 Sept.
There are conflicting promos circulating, some post this as a 2 day event, others as a 3 day event. See dates on posters. Info on FB & IG.
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Roali Wine Fair in Las Lagunas de Mijas: Fri, 19 Sept, Free
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Goat Festival of Casabermeja: Sat & Sun, 20 & 21 Sept.
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El Borge Raisin Day (Dia de la Pasa): Sun, 21 Sept
During this day, demonstrations of the raisin production process will be carried out, from the treatment of the grapes to their final transformation, as well as gastronomic stalls, tastings and musical performances that will liven up the atmosphere. There will be distribution of crumbs, cateta salad and plates of cured meats at a symbolic price of €1.

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The Mediterranean Chamber Orchestra returns to Almuñécar with a program of Film & TV series music: Sun, 21 Sept, 7pm.
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Butane prices fall by 5% and a gas cylinder will cost €16.27 this Tuesday: {Translation, summary}
– The maximum retail price of butane gas cylinders will be reduced by 5% starting this Tuesday, settling at €16.27. This adjustment represents the second consecutive price decrease, as stipulated in a resolution published in the Official State Gazette (BOE).
– The latest price revision responds to a 1.6% drop in raw material prices and a 2.3% appreciation of the euro against the dollar. These factors offset the increase in freight costs, which have risen by 14.9%, according to sources from the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/butano-abarata-5-bombona-costara-1627-euros-martes/202509151024313138321.html

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The police denounce that there were “political orders not to act” in the Vuelta and ask for the resignation of Sánchez and Marlaska: {Translation, summary}
– Spain’s National Police unions have clashed with the Government over security at the final stage of the Vuelta a España, disrupted by pro-Palestinian protests. JUPOL claimed officers received “political orders” not to intervene, alleging the strategy aimed to allow the boycott rather than protect public order. The union condemned footage of police withdrawing as demonstrators overturned barriers and argued that anti-riot equipment was deliberately withheld, leaving officers “tied hand and foot.”
– JUPOL demanded the resignations of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska, and Madrid’s Government delegate Francisco Martín, accusing them of encouraging protests.
The majority police union SUP echoed these criticisms, saying the deployment was deliberately insufficient and compromised the safety of athletes, citizens and officers “for political convenience.” Both unions demanded accountability and identification of the senior official responsible for the operation, a post currently vacant in Madrid.
– In response, despite 22 injured officers, Marlaska defended the plan as “absolutely sufficient,” likening it to NATO summit security measures, and praised officers for managing a complex situation while respecting rights to protest. Martín highlighted the demonstrations as an expression of Spanish solidarity with peace, stressing incidents were isolated and quickly resolved. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-policias-denuncian-que-hubo-ordenes-no-actuar-vuelta-piden-dimision-sanchez-marlaska-delegado-gobierno_6326005_0.html & Video Link

ANDALUCÍA

A week or more of summer heat begins- a warm air mass will bring temperatures close to 40C: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusia faces an intense and prolonged heatwave in mid-September, with temperatures more typical of August. According to Aemet, a mass of very warm air will keep the region under anticyclonic conditions for the entire week, bringing anomalies of up to 6–10 degrees above average. Maximums will remain above 35C across much of the region, and the Guadalquivir valley is forecast to exceed 38C for several consecutive days. Between Wednesday and Friday, Seville, Cordoba and Jaén could even surpass 40C in the shade.
– Nights will also be unusually hot. Minimums in Jaén, Seville and Cordoba may not fall below 25C, creating torrid nights that prevent relief from the daytime heat. Even coastal areas like Huelva will see elevated temperatures, though with some moderation compared to the interior.
– The episode is expected to continue through the week and possibly into late September. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/semana-calor-verano-masa-aire-calida-temperaturas-pais_6325922_0.html

UK

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Elon Musk sparks outrage with ‘fight back or die’ video-speech at Tommy Robinson rally:
– An estimated 110,000 to 150,000 people gathered in London on Saturday (13 September) for the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally, organised by far-right figure Tommy Robinson. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that 25 people were arrested during the demonstration, where 26 officers were injured – four of them seriously – in what the force described as “unacceptable violence.”
– Elon Musk made a surprise video appearance at the rally, telling Robinson that “a change of government” was needed in the UK and even calling for a “dissolution of parliament.”
– The Tesla owner told protesters they must “either fight back or you die,” framing his message as an appeal to “British common sense.”
– He went on to address what he called “the reasonable centre” – people who “ordinarily wouldn’t get involved in politics, who just want to live their lives (At 10 min. mark in video). They don’t want that, they’re quiet, they just go about their business.” My message is to them: if this continues, that violence is going to come to you, you will have no choice,” he said. “You’re in a fundamental situation here. Whether you choose violence or not, violence is coming to you. You either fight back or you die, that’s the truth, I think.” Full article: https://www.indy100.com/news/elon-musk-tommy-robinson-london-protest-2673994078 & Video Link

HEALTH

Multidrug-Resistant Fungus Spreading Rapidly In Europe, with the most in Spain:
– Candidozyma auris (formerly Candida auris) poses a risk for patients in healthcare facilities across Europe due to its ability to cause severe infections in critically ill patients, its potential resistance to several antifungal agents, which makes infections difficult to treat, and its propensity for transmission and outbreaks in healthcare settings. The C. auris survey 2024 shows that spread of C. auris continues to occur at a rapid pace.
– The top five European nations with the highest C. auris case numbers during this period were Spain with 1,807 incidents, Greece with 852, Italy with 712, Romania with 404, and Germany with 120 cases, according to the report. In total, 4,012 cases of C. auris colonisation or infection were reported by European Union (EU) / European Economic Area (EEA) countries between 2013 and 2023.
– Since 2020, case numbers have been increasing rapidly until 2023 when 1,346 yearly cases were reported by 18 EU/EEA countries. Despite this increase, the recorded case numbers only reflect the tip of the iceberg as systematic surveillance is not in place in many countries.
– In Greece, Spain, and Italy, the time period between the first documented C. auris incident and the infection becoming endemic in the region has been five to seven years, “showing how rapidly C. auris can spread through hospital networks.”
– Spain was the first EU/EEA country to report a C. auris outbreak in 2016. The initial outbreak in Spain started in a tertiary care hospital in Valencia and spread onwards to other hospitals in the same region. C. auris cases still mainly occur in the same hospitals and region but case numbers have been declining as outbreaks are now better controlled due to increased awareness, introduction of specific surveillance protocols in centres that have been most affected and earlier implementation of control measures.
– A national surveillance system for C. auris is not in place in Spain. Spain had been assigned the epidemiological stage of 5 ‘regional endemicity’ (the highest alert stage) since the
previous survey in 2022.
Full article: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/candidozyma-auris-survey-epidemiological-situation-laboratory-capacity-2024.pdf
Additional ref: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/news-events/drug-resistant-fungus-candidozyma-auris-confirmed-spread-rapidly-european-hospitals

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Even doctors suffer malpractice and fight nonsensical SAS defences! SAS must pay €67,000 after fighting case 11 years for a doctor to be compensated for a botched surgery she endured- SAS defence statements ruled “insult to intelligence…and an absolute lack of respect for patients”: {Translation, summary}
– A Malaga woman, now 63 and herself a doctor, has won a legal battle against the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) after part of a surgical needle was left in her wrist following an operation in 2014 at the Virgen de la Victoria Hospital. She had undergone surgery to stabilise her left wrist after earlier trauma, during which a Kirschner wire (K-wire) was implanted. Although the cast and wire were supposedly removed two months later, she soon experienced persistent pain. An MRI scan seven months later revealed a metallic fragment still lodged in her wrist, which had caused joint damage including ligament rupture, capsule tearing and bone erosion.
– In 2015 she required further private surgery to extract the fragment. The SAS argued the injuries stemmed from her pre-existing polyarthritis, not malpractice. SAS even presented a witness doctor “super-specialist” who described the retained fragment as “super-information”- which released surgeon, so he claimed, from the obligation to inform the patient- rather than essential information the patient should receive. The court dismissed this as an insult to patients’ intelligence and an absolute lack of respect towards patients. The judge confirmed that malpractice had occurred through either surgical error or failure to inform.
– Both the first-instance judge and the High Court of Justice of Andalusia found a direct causal link between the treatment and the patient’s injuries, ordering the SAS to pay her 67,000 euros plus interest. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/condenan-sas-paciente-malaga-aguja-olvidada-20250912065702-nt_amp.html

TECH

iOS 26/iPadOS 26/watchOS 26/ macOS 26 Tahoe are now available:
– After a summer of beta updates, iOS 26 is here. As long as you have a compatible device, you can install the new software right now. Head to Settings > General > Software Update, and get ready for a Liquid Glass makeover.
– This year’s Apple Intelligence additions include live translation in messages, FaceTime, and Phone. Visual Intelligence also expands beyond the camera and into screenshots. Full article: https://www.engadget.com/preview-ios-26-is-now-available-heres-how-to-install-it-on-your-iphone-173212562.html

FINANCIAL

High Court Decision Strengthens Legal Certainty in Wills and Succession Disputes: {Translation, summary}
– A recent Spanish Supreme Court ruling has clarified a long-standing source of confusion in inheritance law: the distinction between computation and collation.
– Computation is a mandatory calculation that adds the value of all donations made by the deceased during his lifetime to the estate total. Its purpose is to safeguard the legítima, the portion of the inheritance that must go by law to forced heirs, and it cannot be avoided by the testator.
– Collation, by contrast, is a mechanism among forced heirs in which lifetime gifts are treated as advances on inheritance. Unlike computation, the testator may exempt heirs from collation, allowing them to retain such advances without adjustment in the distribution.
– In ruling 457/2025, the Supreme Court held that even when collation is waived, donations must still be computed to protect the legítima. This ensures fairness among heirs and provides greater legal certainty in drafting wills and resolving inheritance disputes. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/regalo-envenenado-herencias-advertencia-supremo-donaciones-vida/202509140944123137581.html

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On September 15, 2025September 15, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English.
We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
***Trips/Events***
~All trips/events include a driver’s gratuity~
October
– 7th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 17th – Trip by train to El Chorro and then lunch at the Lakes. €25pp includes train & coach fare but excludes lunch at the famous El Kiosko restaurant
– 24th – Trip to Yunquera for their Chestnut and Wine Festival. €22pp
November
– 4th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 16th – Remembrance Lunch at Lews in Torrox
– 20th – Craft Fair and Bake Sale
– 21st – A visit to an Olive Oil Plantation, Lunch at the WOK and IKEA/Plaza Mayor. €28 pp includes entry to the plantation with tasters, coach fare but excludes lunch at the Wok.
– 28th – Black Friday shopping at La Canada, Marbella with a dash around Iceland. €20pp
December
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 11th – Presentation to La Cruz Roja of children’s Christmas gifts. Call for gifting details.
– 12th – Malaga Christmas Lights €10pp.
For information call Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) email: phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk
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Ciclo de Jazz – Almunecar: Tues-Thurs, 16-18 Sept, 8pm
– Tuesday 16 Sept. Cristopher Pérez Quartet
Cristopher Pérez Quartet is made up of the double bass player David Muñoz Pérez, the pianist Guillaume Coulbois Bernardo, the drummer Daniel Pimenta Martín and Cristopher Pérez himself on saxophone.
– Wednesday, 17 Sept. Victor Carrascosa Quintet (Video Link)
Víctor Carrascosa, leader of the group, accompanied by Fernando Brox on flute, Toni Saigi on piano and keyboard, Ton felices on double bass and Christian Smith on drums.
– Thursday, 18 Sept. Ron Quartet
Info & tix (€11.50): https://bravoentradas.es/

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Salares’ XXIII Festival Árabe Andalusí: Fri-Sun, 19-21 Sept
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SPAIN

Inflation on food items is out of control- coffee, eggs, chocolate & beef prices soar: {Translation}
– In the 8 months, January through August 2025, coffee, eggs, chocolate and cocoa saw the largest price rises in Spain, all exceeding double digits. Coffee rose 17.5%, eggs 15.7%, chocolate 13.1%, and cocoa and powdered chocolate 10%, according to the August Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the National Statistics Institute (INE). Other notable increases included beef (+9.3%), nuts (+5.7%), frozen fish (+5.2%), whole milk (+4%), pulses and vegetables (+4%), and canned fruit (+4%).
– In contrast, olive oil fell 34.5%, sugar and fresh fish dropped 6.3%, yoghurt decreased 2.3%, pasta and couscous 1%, and pizza 0.8%.
– On an annual basis from August 2024 to August 2025, coffee was the most expensive, up 20.2%, followed by non-olive oils (+18.9%), chocolate (+18.8%) and eggs (+17.8%). Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/macroeconomia-00338/noticia-cafe-huevos-chocolate-carne-vacuno-disparan-precios-va-ano-alzas-mas-10-20250914112752.html

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PP Turns Up The Heat- PP leader Feijóo accuses Sánchez of “kidnapping” the nation and calls for “rebellion” against the government: {Translation, summary}
– At the opening of the Andalusian PP’s political year in Málaga, Alberto Núñez Feijóo accused Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of “kidnapping the nation” by ruling without budgets, without a parliamentary majority and by “attacking the judges”. He declared: “One must rebel when a Government commits anomalies,” insisting that governing in this way “kidnaps the democracy of the Spanish nation” and undermines nearly fifty years of the Rule of Law.
– Feijóo warned against normalising corruption scandals linked to the PSOE, the Government and Sánchez’s wife, Begoña Gómez. He cited examples, saying the Attorney General is “under bail”, former PSOE secretary Santos Cerdán is “in prison”, ex-minister José Luis Ábalos is “before the Supreme Court”, and that Moncloa has become a place “where business is done”. He urged Spaniards not to “get used to” such situations and called on the PP to “prepare Spain for change”, affirming: “If we change the government, we begin with the solution.”
– Andalusian president Juanma Moreno declared “no more injustices” and “no more abuses”, stressing that Sánchez’s policies always “harm Andalusia”. He denounced underfunding compared with other regions and vowed not to accept Andalusia being treated unequally, criticising Sánchez’s “propaganda machinery” and pacts with separatists. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/malaga/20250912/feijoo-acusa-sanchez-secuestrar-nacion-llama-rebelarse-contra-gobierno_334010.html

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The Judiciary Fights Back- Judge Peinado sues journalists and politicians for libel and slander: {Translation, summary}
– The constant criticism of Judge Juan Carlos Peinado’s investigation into the Prime Minister’s wife, Begoña Gómez, has exasperated the magistrate and led him to file several lawsuits against journalists and politicians for libel and slander.
– The judge has acted now to prevent the possible statute of limitations on what he considers intolerable insults that attack his judicial work and independence. The lawsuits, already formalised, constitute a first step towards potential civil or criminal action in the future.
– Public announcements have accused the judge of acting with bias or pursuing a political and improper agenda. Peinado intends to take legal action against, among others, Minister of Transport Óscar Puente, former Second Deputy Prime Minister of Spain Pablo Iglesias, and journalists Antón Losada and Ernesto Ekaizer, according to sources cited by El Confidencial. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2025-09-13/el-juez-peinado-demanda-a-periodistas-y-politicos-por-injurias-y-calumnias-7295194/

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Second Deputy Prime Minister Díaz Weakened After Her Working Hours Bill Fails as Sánchez Courts the Junts Who Doomed It: {Translation, summary}
– Yolanda Díaz has suffered a serious setback after her flagship bill to reduce working hours was rejected in Congress, with Junts voting against it. The defeat exposed a deep rift between the Second Deputy Prime Minister and Catalan separatist Junts, leaving her politically weakened and fuelling doubts about her leadership within Sumar.
– Pedro Sánchez’s absence added to the blow: he went to the cinema with his wife instead of attending the vote. The gesture echoed April 2023, when he skipped the reform vote of Irene Montero’s “only yes means yes” law by visiting Doñana National Park, a decision that foreshadowed Montero’s fall. The parallel now raises questions over Díaz’s survival.
– To limit the damage, Díaz is promoting a decree to tighten the recording of working hours in companies, a measure that can be approved directly by the Cabinet without Congress. The idea is that if companies are forced to keep more accurate and transparent records, inspectors can better detect unpaid overtime or breaches of limits, indirectly improving work–life balance. Yet this salvages only a fraction of her project.
– The contradiction is clear: while Junts torpedoed Díaz’s reform, Sánchez and his ministers are actively courting them for budgets and judicial reform. This pursuit highlights the tension between coalition partners within the administration, and Junts’ pivotal role in parliamentary arithmetic. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/20250913/yolanda-diaz-paga-primeras-consecuencias-mayor-fracaso-gestion_333966.html

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The “exceptional favours” done for Begoña Gómez were 230 emails: {Translation, summary}
– The Prime Minister’s wife, Begoña Gómez, stated in her most recent testimony before Judge Peinado that the work of her adviser, Cristina Álvarez, was limited to “favours” carried out “exceptionally.” However, former Vice-Rector Juan Carlos Doadrio has provided more than 230 emails exchanged with the adviser—a volume hardly describable as an exceptional favour.
– Gómez testified with little inclination to provide further information regarding the allegation of embezzlement of public funds linked to her use of her husband’s office for private business matters. In reality, Cristina Álvarez is not formally an adviser to Begoña Gómez; she serves as Director of Programmes in the Secretariat General of the Prime Minister’s Office. Her involvement with Gómez appears to have been supplementary to her official duties, assisting with tasks related to Gómez’s academic and social projects.
– The large number of communications between Álvarez and Doadrio raises questions about the extent of her activity on behalf of Gómez, contrasting with the characterisation of her assistance as merely “exceptional favours.” Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/2025-09-13/los-favores-excepcionales-a-begona-gomez-230-mails-entre-su-asesora-y-el-vicerrector-de-la-complutense-7294745/

ANDALUCÍA

The Junta de Andalucía confirms the existence of nine outbreaks of avian flu and asks citizens to respect the protocols: {Translation}
– The Andalusian Government confirmed on Friday the presence of nine outbreaks of avian influenza in the region and sent a message of reassurance to the public, urging caution and adherence to official recommendations. “At present, there are outbreaks that we can say are confirmed by the health-veterinary alert network of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food,” stated the Minister for Sustainability and Environment, Catalina García.
– According to the minister, three of the outbreaks are in wild birds, two in urban or peri-urban parks, two in agricultural farms, and another in a non-agricultural type of farm. “All people who have had contact are also under surveillance,” added García, noting that the various departments of the Andalusian Government are “carrying out all this monitoring thoroughly.”
– García called for calm, highlighting “perfect collaboration between the Spanish Government through the Ministry of Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Sustainability and Environment, the Department of Health, and, of course, all local administrations.”
– Avian influenza in Spain mainly affects wild birds. Experts emphasise that it is unlikely to spread to humans, describing it as “an animal health problem.” She reminded citizens of the importance of following established protocols with municipalities and in parks, such as “not approaching the birds at present and not feeding them.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/junta-andalucia-confirma-existencia-nueve-focos-gripe-aviar-pide-ciudadania-respetar-los-protocolos_6325695_0.html

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Sanchez Proudly Announces 8,000+ Unregistered Tourist Accommodations in Malaga Province to be Eliminated Monday From Online Platforms such as Booking or Airbnb: {Translation, summary}
– The President of the Government {pic} has indicated that the Ministry of Housing will remove 8,014 flats from the single registry this Monday for not complying with the requirements, mandatory since last July 1.
– Now it must be the platforms that proceed to remove them, so if they continue to rent, they must do so without advertising online. The President of the Government has announced that they will withdraw them “so that they become social rents”, although there is no guarantee that these will go on to the long-term market. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/gobierno-baja-pisos-turisticos-malaga_0_2004761530.html

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Vox Captures Andalusian ‘Under-45’ Vote, Shaking Political Balance as Dissatisfaction with Failed Socialist Policies Spikes: {Translation, summary}
– Vox is rapidly expanding its support in Andalusia, driven above all by younger voters who feel disconnected from traditional politics after watching the failure of socialist policies. Polling shows Vox is now the preferred party among Spanish men under 44, with the latest CIS survey revealing that 13.2% of all PP voters have shifted to Vox. PSOE is also losing ground. A July survey by the Andalusian Study Centre (Centra) found Vox benefitting both from PP defections and a parallel decline in socialist backing. That trend was reinforced by a later 40dB poll for Cadena Ser, which projected Vox as the leading party in Andalusia in a general election, ahead of both PSOE and PP!
– In Andalusia, Vox’s surge is strongest along the coast, from Almería to Huelva and the Costa del Sol, where it increasingly challenges the PP’s hold. While the PP President of the Andalusian Government Juanma Moreno’s personal popularity still provides a buffer in regional contests, the combined losses of PP and PSOE mean Vox could become the dominant party in Andalusia in national elections.
– The party’s rise is amplified by its commanding presence on TikTok, where it has 735,900 followers compared with 148,700 for PSOE and just 68,700 for the PP. The under-45 vote, fuelled by housing pressures, weak job prospects and identity politics, has become the engine of Vox’s advance. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/vox-aprieta-costa-andaluza_0_2004757478.html

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Organic Farming in Andalusia Surges Over 30% in Four Years: {Translation, summary}
– Organic farming in Andalusia has surged over 30 per cent in four years, now covering 1.4 million hectares across more than 22,000 operations. Over 66 per cent of farms specialise in permanent crops, mainly nuts and olives, contributing 41 per cent of total organic output, while extensive herbivore farms, especially beef cattle, account for the largest areas.
– Economically, smaller farms under 50,000 euros represent 67 per cent of operations but only 16 per cent of output, whereas larger farms over 100,000 euros contribute more than 67 per cent. Nineteen per cent of farms are owned by legal entities, producing over half of all organic output, while 81 per cent are individually owned. Among these, 29 per cent are women’s holdings and 52 per cent men’s, with women’s farms generally smaller. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-aumenta-mas-30-explotaciones-produccion-ecologica-andalucia-ultimos-cuatro-anos-20250914120053.html

MALAGA CITY

Authorities blame Newcastle Disease, not avian flu, for recent birds deaths: {Translation}
– The Andalusian Wildlife Analysis and Diagnosis Centre has confirmed that the death of the specimens collected in Malaga’s Huelin Park was caused by the Newcastle disease virus, thus ruling out a possible outbreak of avian flu in this area.
– The Regional Ministry of Sustainability and Environment has provided SUR with the results of the analyses carried out on these specimens at the Central Veterinary Laboratory in Algete, determining that this is a common mild disease, which has already affected other urban parks in Andalusia.
– In previous years, the Newcastle disease virus has affected wild birds throughout Andalusia, although in most cases it has affected Eurasian collared doves. On this occasion, four specimens were analysed, specifically two yellow-legged gulls, a Eurasian collared dove, and a mallard. This disease is a highly contagious infection caused by a virus of the Paramyxoviridae family and can affect all birds, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Not surprisingly, as it is a disease that is naturally endemic in wild birds, it can affect domestic birds anywhere in the world, which is why most countries have decided to implement a vaccination policy for them.
– The Regional Ministry of Sustainability and Environment assures that the risk to humans from handling a dead bird with this disease is minimal. For example, it can cause keratoconjunctivitis if a person rubs their eyes after touching the bird. Therefore, the public is advised not to touch any dead or dying birds they find.
– Once the results of the tests were known, Malaga City Council, through its Department of Environmental Sustainability, announced that Huelin Park would reopen this Saturday after being closed on September 3 as a preventive measure. The City Council emphasizes that no new suspected cases have been reported in Huelin Park or any other public park with lakes or ponds, but municipal sources stress that precautions will continue to be maintained and surveillance will be reinforced in all wetlands. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga-capital/descartan-foco-gripe-aviar-parque-huelin-malaga-20250912150035-nt_amp.html

TORROX

Yes, Friday, October 3rd, 2025, is a local public holiday in Torrox:
– It is a local public holiday (festivo local) as part of the Feria de Torrox, a traditional annual festival honouring the town’s patrons, the Virgen de las Nieves and San Roque. This fair typically takes place in the first week of October; this year it is October 1st thru 5th.
– According to Spain’s labour calendar regulations, each municipality like Torrox can designate up to two local holidays per year, in addition to national and regional ones. The official 2025 calendar for Torrox, published by the Andalusian regional government, lists October 3rd as one of these 2 local festival days. The other was August 5th
– On this day, public offices, schools, and many businesses close, with festivities including music, parades, and cultural events centered around folklore and local traditions. The fair’s timing aligns with the end of the grape harvest season, allowing residents to participate after agricultural work.
– This is distinct from national holidays (like Spain’s National Day on October 12th) or regional ones in Andalusia, and it’s specific to Torrox.
Refs: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/todos-festivos-locales-municipios-provincia-malaga_0_2002863547.html &
https://www.facebook.com/fiestastorrox/posts/feria-de-torrox-2025-del-1-al-5-de-octubre/1198931128946076/

RIOGORDO

An accident in Riogordo claims the life of Iván, a 41-year-old motorcyclist and resident of Los Romanes: {Translation}
– The village of Los Romanes, in the Axarquía municipality of La Viñuela, is in mourning this Sunday following the death of one of its residents, Iván López Gallego, aged 41, in a traffic accident at midday on the A-356 highway, near the municipality of Riogordo. The accident occurred at kilometer 23 of the aforementioned road, when the motorcycle he was riding collided with a car driven by a resident of Riogordo.
– Iván lived in rented accommodation in the El Puente de Don Manuel area of Alcaucín and leaves behind an eight-year-old daughter. He had worked as a heavy machinery operator in the region and was passionate about motorcycles. The tragedy adds to a painful family history, as a few years ago one of his brothers lost his life in an accident involving a quad bike. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/un-accidente-en-riogordo-se-cobra-la-vida-de-ivan-motorista-de-41-anos-y-vecino-de-los-romanes/

UK

Tommy Robinson Shocks UK With Record-Breaking London March Against Immigration:
– Central London on Saturday witnessed one of the biggest right-wing demonstrations in recent UK history, led by anti-immigration activist Tommy Robinson. Branded as the “Unite the Kingdom” march, police estimated the turnout at around 110,000 participants, while Robinson claimed the crowd numbered in the millions. A counter-demonstration by “Stand Up to Racism” drew about 5,000 people nearby.
– Authorities reported several incidents of disorder, including assaults on police officers. Reinforcements were called in, with mounted units and officers in protective gear deployed to manage the situation. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that demonstrators attempted to breach cordons, enter restricted areas, and approach rival groups, prompting multiple interventions.
– On Saturday, an estimated 110,000 people attended a right-wing demonstration in Central London, led by Tommy Robinson and branded as the Unite the Kingdom march, while a counter-demonstration by Stand Up to Racism drew about 5,000 people; the Metropolitan Police reported various incidents of disorder, including assaults on police officers. No reports of burning cars nor businesses looted.
Aerial visuals showed long stretches of Central London roads filled with protesters, sparking suggestions that police figures might underestimate the actual turnout. Full article: https://www.oneindia.com/international/tommy-robinson-shocks-uk-with-record-breaking-london-march-against-immigration-7859507.html & Video Link

UKRAINE WAR

Rutte reveals that Russian drones flew over up to five countries and points to Spain as a possible target: {Translation}
– NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has raised the tone against Moscow by confirming that Russian drones not only violated Polish airspace this week, but also that of Romania, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. “This is not an isolated incident,” the Dutch leader stressed from Brussels, accompanied by the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Alexus Grynkewich.
– The revelation comes after several drones were shot down in Poland, whose alleged target was a key logistics base for supplying aid to Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk went so far as to describe the episode as “the greatest risk of conflict since World War II.”
– In response, the Atlantic Alliance has launched a new air defence system called Eastern Sentinel, which will include assets from countries such as Denmark, France, the United Kingdom, and Germany. According to Rutte, its deployment will be immediate and seeks to reinforce the eastern flank in the face of “increasingly frequent and unacceptable recklessness” on the part of Russia.
– But the secretary general’s warning was not limited to countries bordering Russia. In a direct reference, he mentioned Spain and the United Kingdom as examples of states that cannot rely on geographical distance to feel safer. “It gives the impression that if I live in Madrid or London, I am safer than if I live in Tallinn. And that is not true, because the latest Russian missiles descend at five times the speed of sound and take only five or ten minutes longer to reach Madrid or London than they do to reach Tallinn or Vilnius,” he said.
– The reference to Madrid did not go unnoticed. Spain, despite being the fourth largest economy in the European Union, is one of the countries that has made the least progress in increasing defence spending as required by the Alliance. Pedro Sánchez’s government remains committed to reaching 2% of GDP in 2029, but has rejected pressure from the United States and other allies to go further. The contrast was also visible in the handling of the incident itself, as while leaders such as Emmanuel Macron, Giorgia Meloni, and Friedrich Merz participated in high-level talks after the attack on Poland, Sánchez was not present.
– Furthermore, Rutte is aware of the political sensitivity in Spain, where part of the executive, the Sumar (communist) 2nd Vice President, openly questions NATO membership.
Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/internacional/20250912/otan-crea-sistema-centinela-oriental-blindar-flanco-este-invasion-drones-rusos-polonia_334083.html

TRAVEL

IMSERSO Update:
– Retirees in Málaga who applied for trips under the Imserso 2025-2026 Tourism Programme will gradually receive confirmation so they can enjoy their trips. On Wednesday, 8 October, residents of Málaga, as well as all pensioners across Andalusia, will be able to book their destinations. One of the new features is a fixed rate of 50 euros for pensioners with limited resources, with 7,400 places reserved. Other retirees can consult the updated price table for these trips, which vary depending on the destination, the number of days, and the months selected for the getaway:
https://imserso.es/espacio-mayores/envejecimiento-activo/programa-turismo-imserso/prevision-precios-temporada
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/viajes-imserso-fecha-reserva-compras-comunidad-20250914201456-nt_amp.html

FASHION

Emmys 2025 red carpet- see all the celebrity looks:
– Full photo gallery at: https://pagesix.com/2025/09/14/style/emmys-2025-red-carpet-live-updates-see-all-the-celebrity-looks/

SPORTS

Golf News- John Daly suffers epic meltdown for worst hole of his career with embarrassing score:
– John Daly really outdid himself this time – no, he really did.
The former major winner bested his personal record for worst score on a single hole while competing in the first round of the Sanford International at Minnehaha Country Club in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
– It took the 59-year-old Daly 19 strokes to finish the par-5 12th hole on the Champions Tour after already being four-over par for the round on Friday. The 12th is not an easy hole, as the players must clear a significantly long creek running along the fairway. But it was not just the water that did Daly. After sending his tee shot into the rough, the former PGA and British Open champion hit his ball out of bounds and astounding seven times in a row. That included shots into the water and surrounding woods.
– Even more amazingly, he needed just one putt to close out the hole after finally putting his ball on the green. He finished 18-over for the round and 24 strokes off the lead heading into Day 2. Angel Cabrera leads the tournament at 6-under.
– The meltdown bested Daly’s previous single-hole high score of 18 strokes on the sixth hole at the 1998 Bay Hill Invitational in 1998.
– Scores like this are nothing new to Daly. He needed 14 strokes to complete the 18th hole at the 2000 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach and 13 for the fourth hole at the 2011 John Deer Classic at TPC Dear Run in 2011.
– His 19 strokes, however, would not come close to breaking the PGA Tour’s futility mark. Tommy Armour, a three-time major winner, used a whopping 23 strokes to finish the 17th hole at the Shawnee Open in 1927. He hit 10 shots out of bounds during his effort. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/09/13/sports/john-daly-suffers-epic-single-hole-meltdown-with-embarrassing-score/

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Tennis News- Spain reach Davis Cup Final 8 with dramatic fightback, Belgium edge Australia:
– Spain fought back from a 2-0 deficit to qualify for the Davis Cup Final 8 with a 3-2 win over Denmark in their qualifying tie, while Australia’s comeback attempt fell short as Belgium took victory in the decisive match on Sunday. Spain and Belgium joined Argentina, Austria, France, Germany, Czech Republic and defending champions Italy in the Final 8, which will take place in Bologna in November.
– Denmark, who won both the matches on Saturday in Marbella, were one win away from winning the tie, but the pair of Pedro Martinez and Jaume Munar won the doubles tie to keep the hosts in contention.
– Martinez, in singles, then saved a match point and forced a tiebreak in the third set to beat world number 11 Holger Rune 6-1 4-6 7-6(3) to level the tie for Spain in front of a loud home crowd.
– Spain’s Pablo Carreno Busta dominated Elmer Moller in the decisive match, winning 6-2 6-3.
– It was the first time Spain won a Davis Cup tie from 2-0 down.
– Australia, however, failed to complete a comeback after losing their first two matches the previous day, with Belgium’s Raphael Collignon beating Aleksandar Vukic in the decisive fifth match to win the tie in Sydney.
Official Davis Cup Updates & Scores: https://www.daviscup.com/en/news.aspx
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sports/tennis/spain-reach-davis-cup-final-8-with-dramatic-fightback-belgium-edge-australia-2025-09-14/

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Bicycle Racing News- The last stage of the Vuelta a España and the podium cancelled due to pro-Palestinian demonstrations in the centre of Madrid: {Translation, summary}
– The 2025 Vuelta a España ended unexpectedly due to pro-Palestinian protests and opposition to Israel-Premier Tech’s participation. Demonstrators disrupted central Madrid, particularly near the final stage, forcing police intervention and the diversion of the race to the Royal Palace Gardens. The peloton was halted 56 km from the finish, and the race was ultimately stopped after safety concerns. Cyclists were escorted to team vehicles or hotels, meaning there was no traditional podium or celebration in Madrid.
– Despite the abrupt ending, the classification results are final. Jonas Vingegaard of Denmark (Visma-Lease a bike) claimed the overall victory and final red jersey, with Mads Pedersen (Lid-Trek) winning the green jersey, Jay Vine (UAE) the mountain classification, Matthew Riccitello (Israel-Premier Tech) the best young rider, and UAE Emirates securing the team classification. The podium celebration that would have featured Vingegaard alongside Joao Almeida (UAE) and Tom Pidcock (Q36.5) did not take place due to the disruptions. The incident marked a dramatic conclusion to the 80th edition of Spain’s grand tour, highlighting tensions spilling into sport. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/deportes/manifestantes-propalestinos-ocupan-recorrido-vuelta_0_2004763150.html

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Bicycle Racing News- Sánchez’s Admiration for pro-Palestinian Protesters Draws International Condemnation After Violent End to La Vuelta: {Translation}
– The international press has reported on the violent protests by pro-Palestinian demonstrators that forced the cancellation of the final stage of the Vuelta a España as it reached Madrid.
– For example, the British public broadcaster BBC headlined: “Final Stage of the Vuelta Suspended Due to Protests”. Inside, the report noted that “the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, said he admired the demonstrators”.
– The progressive newspaper The Guardian headlined: “Vingegaard Wins Vuelta After Final Stage Cancelled Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests in Madrid” and highlighted that “Demonstrators threw barricades into the streets on the Gran Vía”. The London paper also stated that “the clashes occurred hours after the Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, expressed his admiration for the pro-Palestinian protesters”.
– Italy’s main sports daily, La Gazzetta Dello Sport, heavily involved in cycling, headlined: “Vuelta: the ‘Pro-Pal’ Invade the Course, Final Stage Cancelled. Vingegaard’s Victory a Sure Bet”. Inside it said: “The Vuelta a España ended in the worst possible way, with no finish” and described it as “an absurd, violent, sad and scandalous end for the Vuelta”.
– The Parisian paper Le Figaro wrote: “In a country where the Palestinian cause is very popular, these demonstrations occur at a time of high tension between the government of socialist Pedro Sánchez and that of Benjamin Netanyahu” and reminded readers that Sánchez “expressed his admiration for the protesters”.
– French sports daily L’Equipe noted: “The Dane Jonas Vingegaard officially won his first Vuelta; however, there was no stage winner, as it was stopped 60 km from the finish due to a new pro-Palestinian demonstration”. It described the conclusion as “unprecedented in the history of the grand tours”.
– “L’Equipe” added: “Police charges, rubber bullets, barriers transformed into instruments of violence, the centre of Madrid collapsed like the end of this frantic Vuelta a España 2025. The Vuelta ended in the worst possible way, without a finish.”
– Belgian sports portal Sporza reported: “The Vuelta ends on a sombre note: mass protests in Madrid forced organisers to cancel the final stage and the podium ceremony”. “The chaos reigned in the streets of Madrid, where the barriers were reduced to rubble. The Vuelta organisation tried everything to allow Vingegaard to don the red jersey in Madrid, but the numerous demonstrators decided otherwise,” it added.
– In the United States, coverage was limited, but CNN reported: “Sunday’s clashes occurred hours after the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, said he applauded the pro-Palestinian protesters who had interrupted the race”.
– In Israel, The Jerusalem Post wrote: “The clashes occurred hours after the socialist Prime Minister of the country, Pedro Sánchez, said he admired the pro-Palestinian demonstrators”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/reacciones-prensa-internacional-protestas-propalestinas_6325949_0.html

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Blackout Update- Corredor insists on absolving herself of blame for the blackout and points the finger at the government, the CNMC, the electricity companies, and the “experiment” at a photovoltaic plant: {Translation, summary}
– Redeia is the parent company of Red Eléctrica de España (REE), which operates Spain’s main electricity transmission network. Beatriz Corredor {pic}, president of Redeia, defended Red Eléctrica’s operation during the 28 April blackout, asserting that the company followed regulations and that responsibility lies with electricity generators for failing to control voltage. She identified a high-power photovoltaic plant in Extremadura, involved in an operational “experiment,” as the initial source of disturbances.
– Corredor criticised the Government and Parliament for approving, before 2020, a network development plan that mandated a minimum of ten synchronous generation plants, noting that Red Eléctrica had scheduled only nine for 28 April. She also faulted CNMC for delaying, until two months after the blackout, an operational procedure update enabling renewable plants to manage voltage.
– She rejected claims that previous voltage fluctuations on 22 and 24 April were precedents and insisted that Red Eléctrica’s minute-by-minute measures prevented earlier incidents from escalating. Corredor stressed that even scheduling more plants could not have avoided the blackout due to non-compliance by generators. The blackout involved only nine active groups instead of the minimum ten, including nuclear and combined-cycle plants, following the unavailability of one plant the day before. Corredor noted that private operators declaring plants offline cannot be offset by Red Eléctrica, which relies on others absorbing reactive energy.
– She highlighted the company’s increasing investment, emphasising that technical planning and works are not Red Eléctrica’s responsibility. CNMC’s delayed procedure update, originally requested by Red Eléctrica in 2020, will allow renewables to participate in voltage control in future. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/corredor-senala-gobierno-congreso-cnmc-apagon-insiste-acusar-electricas-planta-iberdrola_6282330_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

Are they prepping us for the next blackout with all these “doom” articles regarding the electricity supply? Everyday, every news outlet. The electricity system in Andalusia is close to its limit, Málaga and Almería announce they can no longer cope with new demand: {Translation, summary}
– Newly published grid capacity maps show that Andalusia is near collapse in terms of meeting new electricity demand. Of 819 network nodes in the region, 760 cannot absorb any further load, leaving only 9.61% of capacity available. In Málaga and Almería the situation is most severe, with every node fully saturated, the entire 2,078 megawatts of access capacity in Málaga is already occupied. Prospective high-consumption industries would need to wait for new investments or for unused allocations to be released.
– Granada is the least constrained province, with 470 megawatts (47.4%) free, thanks partly to the new Caparacena-Baza-La Ribina transmission axis. Córdoba also retains some capacity, with 19.3% of megawatts free in just two nodes. By contrast, Jaén has only 1.49% available, while Huelva, Cádiz and Seville each show less than 10% of free megawatt capacity. Only four nodes in the entire region can take more than 50 megawatts.
– Industry group Aelec blames regulatory and investment shortcomings for the shortage, while Endesa’s chief warns that grid overload is blocking strategic projects. The Government counters that national capacity has expanded greatly since 2020. Source, Spanish: https://www.elconciso.es/energia/sistema-electrico-andalucia-cerca-tope_0_2004737461.html

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Forget the hype about great tourist numbers, price gouging is killing the domestic market- CCOO asks the Board and employers for “an urgent change” in Andalusia’s tourism model in the face of “the fall” in national tourism: {Translation, summary}
– CCOO-A has called on the Andalusian Government to reform the region’s tourism model after INE data revealed a 3.6% drop in visitors, representing 354,657 fewer tourists than the previous year. The union warned that rising costs are discouraging domestic tourism: hotel room rates in July 2025 increased by 6.4%, surpassing the national average, and have risen 15.7% over three years, while tourist packages have surged 44% since 2023. Wages, however, have not kept pace, making holidays increasingly unaffordable for many families. CCOO stressed that the fall in domestic tourists is a deep-seated problem that threatens Andalusia’s traditional role as a key destination for Spanish travellers. The union criticised the regional government for ignoring these trends and argued that record visitor numbers alone are insufficient. It called for urgent social dialogue to create a sustainable, equitable tourism model that benefits citizens and supports long-term growth. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/turismo-00476/noticia-ccoo-pide-junta-patronal-cambio-urgente-modelo-turistico-andalucia-caida-turismo-nacional-20250901141643.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga’s hospitality industry, against the ban on smoking on terraces- “It is disproportionate and will confuse tourists”:
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– The hospitality sector in Malaga has reacted negatively to the draft anti-tobacco law, which would forbid smoking on bar and restaurant terraces. The president of Mahos (Malaga Association of Hospitality Businesses), Javier Frutos, argues that the measure is disproportionate, displaces consumption to other areas, and could confuse tourists who highly value terraces as year-round open-air spaces. He warns that it may lead to groups of smokers gathering in public streets, disturbing pedestrians, and reducing the appeal of Malaga compared with Mediterranean competitors such as Portugal, Italy, Croatia and Greece, where smoking on open terraces remains popular.
– Frutos also points out that Spain already has restrictive rules on smoke-free areas and that previous European initiatives banning outdoor smoking failed to gain social support. He stresses that terraces in Spain are particularly attractive for tourists, since they allow almost continuous outdoor leisure thanks to the climate, which contrasts with the seasonal use of such spaces in many other European countries. Moreover, it so happens that “there is no measure in force” like this “in practically any destination in Europe.” “In Luxembourg, you cannot smoke on an outdoor restaurant terrace, but you can still do so on a bar terrace. Nor in Sweden, which has climatic conditions entirely different to Spain,” states Frutos
– The new law, if passed as is, also strengthens sanctions: parents will be fined €100 if their children, under 18, smoke or vape, while companies distributing electronic cigarettes to minors face penalties of up to €600,000. Smoke-free areas will be expanded to commercial vehicles, pools, university campuses, transport stations and terraces. Restrictions applied to tobacco will also extend to related products, with consumption by minors banned for the first time. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/hosteleria-malaga-prohibicion-fumar-terrazas_0_2004735567.html

FASHION

The best and worst looks from the Latin Grammy Awards red carpet in Seville:
– See the full photo gallery at: https://www.europapress.es/chance/principal-noticia-mejores-peores-looks-alfombra-roja-grammy-latinos-sevilla-20250911100133-30068/

HEALTH

Ministry of Health has chosen to declare cupping therapy as a “pseudo-therapy”: {Translation, summary}
– Cupping, also known as ventosa or vacuum therapy, is an alternative treatment with roots in traditional Chinese medicine, using suction cups on the skin to relieve inflammation and muscular pain. It may improve circulation, reduce inflammation, remove toxins, and leave visible marks on the body. There are dry and wet techniques, the latter involving small incisions.
– However, cupping is not suitable for everyone. It is contraindicated for individuals with wounds, varicose veins, oedemas, fractures, fever, thrombosis, heart failure, widespread skin conditions, pulmonary tuberculosis, cancer, or pregnancies beyond four months. Risks include infection, bruising, scarring, and worsening of certain pre-existing conditions.
– The Spanish Ministry of Health has classified cupping as a pseudotherapy due to insufficient high-quality evidence of efficacy. Studies show only minimal reductions in osteomuscular pain and report occasional health problems, so its benefits are not proven to exceed those of other techniques. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/salud/actualidad/cupping-terapia-advierte-sanidad-pocas-evidencias_6240433_0.html

NATURE

Twenty dead birds found next to the Guadalquivir as it passes through Cordoba, no H5N1 cases confirmed yet in Malaga: {Translation, summary of several articles}
– Around twenty birds were found dead on Thursday along the Guadalquivir River as it passes through the capital of Córdoba, and environmental technicians from the Andalusian Regional Government have already traveled to the area to collect the remains and analyze whether this is due to the presence of avian flu in the area.
– The recent avian influenza (H5N1) outbreaks in southern Spain, particularly in Huelva, have heightened concerns for poultry farms in Málaga. While Málaga has not reported confirmed cases, the proximity to affected areas and the movement of migratory birds increase the risk of the virus spreading.
– In response, the Andalusian government has activated Level 2 of its avian flu prevention protocol. This includes enhanced monitoring of live and dead birds arriving from provinces with recorded outbreaks, such as Huelva and Seville. Additionally, there is a system for collecting and temporarily storing carcasses under strict sanitary regulations before they are handed over to specialized companies for disposal.
– Poultry farms in Málaga are advised to implement stringent biosecurity measures, including:
*Keeping poultry indoors to minimize contact with wild birds.
*Regular disinfection of equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
*Monitoring for any signs of illness among birds.
*Restricting access to farm personnel and visitors.
– While the risk to humans remains low, authorities are closely monitoring individuals who have been in contact with infected birds, though no human cases have been reported to date. For the latest updates and specific guidance, poultry farmers in Málaga should consult the Andalusian Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Livestock, and Rural Development.
Sources:
https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/veintena-aves-muertas-guadalquivir-gripe-aviar_0_2004741031.html
https://russpain.com/en/news-3/andalusia-tightens-measures-due-to-new-bird-flu-cases-in-donana-279257/
https://www.euronews.com/health/2025/09/09/spain-tightens-measures-due-to-h5n1-bird-flu-cases-spotted-in-andalusia

{Update: 5 more ducks found dead of Avian flu Thursday, in Maria Luisa Park, Seville. Ref: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/sevilla/cierra-parque-maria-luisa-sevilla-patos-muertos-brote-gripe-aviar_6244158_0.html}

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Egyptian mussel, an invasive species of the Red Sea, detected for the first time in Andalusia: {Translation, summary}
– The Junta of Andalusia has confirmed the presence of the Egyptian mussel (Brachidontes pharaonis) on the coast of Almeria, specifically at San Andrés Island and San Pedro Islet. Native to the Red Sea and introduced into the Mediterranean in the nineteenth century through the Suez Canal, it is a so-called Lessepsian species. Since its first record in Egypt in 1876, it has spread widely, becoming common in the eastern and central Mediterranean and reaching Spain in 2020, where it was first noted in Murcia and Valencia. Small, dark brown and distinct from the common mussel by its fine radial shell ribs, it thrives among algae below the tide line. It can form dense colonies exceeding 15,000 individuals per square metre, often displacing native mussels such as Mytilaster minimus. Although not a direct threat to vulnerable Dendropoma reefs, its presence is almost impossible to control, and further expansion is expected. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/detectan-primera-vez-andalucia-mejillon-egipcio-especie-invasora-mar-rojo/

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