DigameXtra No. 3075 Tuesday, August 26th, 2025

On August 26, 2025August 25, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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National Collectors’ Fair will be in Villanueva del Trabuco:
Fri-Sun, 29 to 31 August
– Friday 29: From 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
– Saturday 30: From 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
– Sunday 31: From 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The epicentre of the fair will be in Plaza del Prado, while Plaza de la Libertad will host a classic car exhibition on Saturday 30 August. After the exhibition, there will be a parade of vehicles through the streets of the municipality.
The event offers a space to discover all kinds of items: stamps, coins, comics, trading cards, antique toys, minerals, fossils, vinyl records, handicrafts, and contemporary collectibles related to manga, anime, and pop culture. The programme also includes the annual Nancy doll collectors’ convention, which brings together enthusiasts from all over the peninsula.

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Algarrobo Noche Flamenca 2025: Fri, 29 Aug, 10pm
Parque de la Escalerilla. Line-up: Manuel David “Chori”; Reyes Carrasco; La Tana

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Flamenco Show: Sat, 30 Aug, 10pm
La Bamba, C/ Cruzada de los Caminos, Vinuela
Feat: Eli Cordoba, Tati & Jose Roman (Video Link)
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Comic-Con Malaga 2025: From September 25 to 28, the Exhibition and Congress Center will host this convention, which is coming to Europe for the first time.
The event schedule and program have not yet been announced. However, the organizers have revealed that there will be more than “300 hours of exclusive content, premieres, panels, cosplay, and immersive experiences.”
Attendees under 16 years old must be accompanied by someone at least 18 years old. Photo: Javier Albiñana.
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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 2 months (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.

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MALAGA PROVINCE

The oriental hornet is spreading across Andalusia and terrorising beekeepers- ‘It’s a killing machine’: {Translation, summary}
– The oriental hornet (Vespa orientalis), first detected in Algeciras in 2018, has now spread across all provinces of Andalusia, with Cádiz, Málaga and Seville most severely affected. Native to Asia and the Middle East, the species has grown by 30 per cent in a single year, causing grave concern among beekeepers. This carnivorous hornet attacks honeybees for protein, decimating hives and paralysing the beekeeping sector, which has already lost 9 per cent of its operations nationally in three years.
– Its impact extends beyond apiculture. The hornet damages grapes, mangoes and figs, making harvests unfit for sale, and poses risks to people, as nests in the ground trigger painful group stings when disturbed. Experts confirm it is impossible to eradicate, as authorities failed to act when first alerted. Since it has not been classified as an invasive species, no effective control measures or authorised chemical solutions exist, leaving only limited nest removal as a response. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/avispon-oriental-expande-andalucia-aterroriza-apicultores-maquina-matar_5728071_0.html & Video Link

TORROX

Torrox’s conservative PP bans tents and tents on beaches after it claims to have received complaints from bathers, ignoring opposition from virtually every other group & party: {Translation, summary}
– Torrox Town Council has extended its measures regulating beach use, now prohibiting the installation of tents, marquees and similar structures. The ruling Partido Popular, which approved the change against opposition from PSOE, IU and Vox, argues that these installations occupy excessive space, generate noise and obstruct lifeguards’ visibility, thereby reducing safety.
– The ban, initially without fines and of an informative nature, excludes celebrations for the Night of San Juan and authorised group activities, such as school or disability visits. Authorities highlight improved cleanliness, more free public space and better emergency access as expected benefits. Mayor Óscar Medina stressed that, unlike neighbouring Nerja where tents are permitted in some beaches, Torrox’s beaches are close to housing, making restrictions necessary {???}.
– The PSOE criticised the measure, claiming it unfairly limits family enjoyment, and instead proposed designated zones. They accused the PP of inconsistency, noting it had opposed earlier restrictions on parasols, which it later promoted as its own policy. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/torrox-prohibe-carpas-jaimas-playas-tras-quejas-banistas-20250825134342-nt_amp.html

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The mayor of Torrox announces in plenary session the start of “historic new investments” of €12 million for the last four months of the year: {Translation, summary}
– At the August council meeting, Torrox mayor Óscar Medina announced new investments exceeding 12 million euros for the final quarter of the year. Projects include the Palace of Justice, the second phase of the Santa Rosa leisure complex, the continuation of the Coastal Path, improvements to the María Peláez indoor pool and the expansion of SAE offices. The governing Partido Popular also approved adjustments to water supply and sewerage bylaws, updating fees, deposits and price tables to reflect current costs, with PP and VOX support.
– Opposition objections to restrictions on marquees and canvas structures on beaches were dismissed, with the Government insisting the rule preserves public space {while encouraging sunburn & heatstroke?}. A socialist proposal on animal welfare was passed {no details provided}, but their initiatives for shaded parks and gardens, and a left-wing motion on municipal radio, failed. Officials highlighted ongoing investment in green spaces since 2015 and defended recent modernisation of radio facilities. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-alcalde-de-torrox-anuncia-en-pleno-el-inicio-de-nuevas-inversiones-historicas-de-12-millones-para-el-ultimo-cuatrimestre/

MARBELLA

Caricaturists to return to Marbella’s seafront promenade after two-year ban:
– Marbella town hall has finally given in and caricaturists will once again be able to return to the town’s seafront promenade. The last time they could carry out their profession in the public area was in 2023, which was when the town hall banned the activity. The publicity generated when the Spanish association of caricaturists (AEC), which denounced the ban a few weeks ago, seems to have had an impact on the town hall. Municipal authorities have reconsidered their position, which until now they justified on the grounds of security and overcrowding of spaces.
– The town hall offered caricaturists three locations and the artists have finally accepted one of them – the promenade, which is “the ideal place in any coastal town”. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/marbella-san-pedro/cartoonists-return-two-years-later-marbellas-seafront-20250825091607-nt.html

FUENGIROLA

Local Council & Socialists In Madrid Push Agenda 2030- Two Hundred Surveillance Cams Installed In Fuengirola To “Reinforce Public Safety”: {Translation, summary}
– Fuengirola Town Hall has installed a network of almost 200 surveillance cameras across the city, including 37 on the Promenade, to enhance public safety, traffic control and emergency response. Mayor Ana Mula described the project as part of continuous efforts to maintain security in a growing, diverse municipality. The system monitors nightlife areas, flood-prone zones, and river mouths, providing immediate information in emergencies. Linked to a central control hub, the cameras allow real-time monitoring and direct collaboration with the National Police. They detect traffic offences, study mobility patterns, identify congestion, and recognise number plates to flag uninsured, untested or stolen vehicles.
– Although presented as a neutral public-safety initiative, this scheme fits into the wider socialist agenda aligned with Agenda 2030, under which mass surveillance, climate monitoring and mobility control are central objectives. Importantly, the installation required the authorisation of the Ministry of the Interior, led by the hard-core socialist minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska, who has championed such measures nationwide. Authorities insist the system is “responsible and respectful of rights,” yet its expansion reflects the broader push towards Agenda 2030 policies, combining environmental, social and digital governance tools under the guise of public safety and wellbeing.
– {Critics warn that such systems pose serious threats to the public. Real-time facial recognition can easily be abused for mass tracking of citizens, undermining freedoms. Furthermore, large surveillance databases are frequent targets of data breaches, exposing private information to misuse by criminals or unauthorised actors. Though promoted as “responsible and respectful,” this agenda risks eroding privacy under the guise of safety, embedding Agenda 2030’s model of total oversight into everyday civic life. Once a freedom is surrendered it is never returned! You can’t vote your way out of tyranny. In the UK there is a strong movement to destroy these public spy-cams. Will we see that here? -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/fuengirola-instala-200-camaras-videovigilancia_0_2004624488.html

GIBRALTAR

Spain and the United Kingdom set the date for the demolition of the Gibraltar fence for January 2026: {Translation, summary}
– Spain and the United Kingdom plan to demolish the Gibraltar Fence by January 2026 under a treaty with the European Union, finalised after an agreement in June and expected to be ratified in December. The deal will remove the physical border, with controls transferred to Gibraltar’s port and airport, supervised jointly by Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities. Meanwhile, the Spanish Government prepares to implement Schengen Entry and Exit System controls from October.
– Local leaders voice mixed reactions. Juan Franco, mayor of La Línea, welcomes the project but demands official details, stressing its direct impact on his municipality. José Ignacio Landaluce, mayor of Algeciras, criticises a lack of transparency, arguing the Campo de Gibraltar gains nothing while Gibraltar secures advantages, including in port operations and housing markets. In contrast, Juan Carlos Ruiz Boix, mayor of San Roque, celebrates the agreement, urging the Partido Popular to support the treaty and adopt a genuine vision of state.
– So while there will still be border checks, they will move away from the land crossing and be integrated into Gibraltar’s ports of entry. The idea is that people moving freely between La Línea and Gibraltar on foot or by road would no longer pass through a visible fence or checkpoint at the frontier, although controls would apply to travellers arriving from outside Schengen. Source, Spanish: https://www.europasur.es/gibraltar/espana-reino-unido-fechan-derribo-verja-enero-2026_0_2004621546.html

UK

In Scotland, you can be arrested for some words on a tee-shirt: {Translation, summary}
– Scottish screenwriter Paul Laverty, long-time collaborator of Ken Loach and Palme d’Or winner, was arrested in Edinburgh under the Terrorism Act 2000 for wearing a T-shirt reading “Genocide in Palestine, time to act”. Authorities deemed it support for Palestine Action, a group banned as terrorist by the Scottish Government. Released but ordered to appear in court on 18 September, Laverty denounced the charges as absurd and insisted the real issue is genocide and the arms trade that fuels it. He declared that the true court is public opinion, not a “sham court” enforcing censorship of protest. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/cultura/cine-00128/noticia-detenido-guionista-paul-laverty-escocia-acusado-terrorismo-apoyo-grupo-palestine-action-20250825180011.html

RECALLS

A batch of Fontaneda Pim’s Orange cookies has been recalled due to the possible presence of metal particles: {Translation, summary}
– Mondelēz International has informed FACUA-Consumidores en Acción of the preventive recall of batch OHT1153212 of Fontaneda Pim’s Orange cookies after identifying the possibility that a small number of units may contain metal particles.
– The affected cookies have a best-before date of April 30, 2026, and barcode 7622201639815. The manufacturer has indicated that this situation only affects this specific batch. The rest of Mondelēz Spain’s Fontaneda product portfolio is not affected.
– People who have Fontaneda Pim’s Orange cookies from the affected batch in their homes are advised to avoid consuming them and to dispose of them. Likewise, any consumer who has the affected product and wishes to return it or request any clarification in this regard, the company has made its Customer Service available at 900 963 248 (900 number charges apply), Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or through the contact form on its website. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/retiran-un-lote-de-galletas-fontaneda-pims-naranja-por-la-posible-presencia-de-particulas-metalicas/

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Several batches of a moisturizing face cream from a well-known Korean brand ‘Erborian’ are recalled: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (Aemps) has reported that some batches of Erborian’s Centella Cème facial moisturizer must be withdrawn from the market. The problem lies in the fact that microorganisms have been detected in these batches that can cause infections in people with health problems or weakened immune systems.
– Specifically, Micrococcus luteus and Microbacterium oxydans bacteria and Candida parapsilosis yeast have been detected. The affected batches are those with the following numbers: KM05363, KM06363, KM06343, and KM07343, in 50 ml and 20 ml containers.
– Erborian’s Centella Crème is sold in Spain through pharmacies, drugstores, perfumeries, and online retailers. The Aemps has already asked retailers to check their stocks of this product, remove it from sale, and contact the manufacturer. Aemps recommends that users who have any units from the affected batches stop using them and return them to the store where they were purchased. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/salud/retiran-varios-lotes-crema-facial-hidratante-conocida-20250822003235-nt_amp.html

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Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html

Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria.
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Nerja Car Boot

Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Services.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
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DigameXtra No. 3074 Monday, August 25th, 2025

On August 25, 2025August 25, 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~
September
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 6th – Artisan Market in the Alpujarras. Features a number of artisan product stalls, craft beers, lots of food trucks and live music. Price 22€pp
– 19th – Trip to Mini Hollywood, Almeria, price includes coach fare, entry and buffet lunch €65
October
– 7th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 17th – Trip by train to El Chorro and then lunch at the Lakes. €25pp include train & coach fare but excludes lunch at the famous El Kiosko restaurant
November
– 4th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 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.
– 28th – Black Friday shopping at La Canada. €20pp
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Craft Market & Live Music: Torrox Pueblo Plaza
Saturday 30th August, 10 – 3pm. Live music at noon.

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55th Fiesta del Ajoblanco de Almáchar: Sat, 6 Sep.
Attendees will be able to taste this typical and characteristic dish of Almáchar, taste wines made with grapes and muscatel raisins from Alejandría and of course delight themselves with the flavour of the unbeatable raisins of Alejandría that the neighbours take care of and make year after year. It is the oldest festival in the province
This year the free shuttle bus will depart from the Torre del Mar bus station, with a stop in Vélez-Málaga.

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HANNINGTONS KITCHENS & BATHROOMS

Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
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MANDY’S PAINTBOX

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My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” (left) and “after” (right) pics from my latest job.

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SPAIN

In response to criticism, General Director of Civil Protection, Virginia Barcones, pushes back on claims of her weak response to wildfires with wordplay- excuses her slow response saying “no autonomous community has asked the government to decree the national emergency for fires”, then gets defensive: {Translation}
– The Director General of Civil Protection, Virginia Barcones, tried to divert responsibility by saying that the National Centre for Alerts and Emergencies has not received any request from any autonomous community to elevate any of the fires to operational situation three and, therefore, to the state of national emergency.
– She shared this on Saturday during a press conference in which she provided the latest information on the fires and avoided commenting on criticisms from leaders of the Popular Party, who accused her of “failing” in the fight against the fire.
– Barcones affirmed that she is focused on doing her work “until the fires are over” and, afterwards, on continuing to respond to natural disasters which are increasingly severe and frequent. “If I had to respond to all the matters that have been raised with me over these days, I would not be able to do anything else for many days. I am focused on my work,” she said during the press conference, where she also defended the work of her team. “They can say whatever they like. I will continue doing my work. The only thing I will keep saying is that I will not allow the work of those magnificent professionals to be called into question,” she added.
– The Civil Protection head has ruled out lowering the pre-emergency status for now because there are still three autonomous communities that require reinforcements. “We continue to have 13 active level-two forest fires in three autonomous communities and, therefore, we will continue this monitoring, with permanent 24-hour tracking of the progress of each of them,” she emphasised.
Source: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-barcones-afirma-ninguna-comunidad-autonoma-pedido-gobierno-decretar-emergencia-nacional-incendios-20250823134715.html
– {Editor’s Note: Barcones is disingenuous. Perhaps the exact words “decree the national emergency” were not used, but the criticism remains valid. The government had already activated the European Civil Protection Mechanism three days earlier, on August 12. On August 15, 2025, several autonomous communities governed by the People’s Party (PP)—Castilla y León, Galicia, and Extremadura—urgently requested the central government to deploy extraordinary resources, including the military, due to a severe wave of wildfires. Castilla y León, with over 51,000 hectares affected that day, requested 1,000 soldiers, heavy military machinery, and aerial support with military planes fitted for firefighting purposes. Galicia, facing major fires in Ourense, sought machinery, additional brigades, helicopters, and military support through the BRILAT (7th Airborne Light Infantry Brigade “Galicia” / Brigada de Infantería Ligera Aerotransportable Galicia VII). Extremadura, dealing with a historic fire in Jarilla, requested state and European resources, including 100 trucks, helicopters, and amphibious planes. These requests were made between 13:42 and 23:32 on August 15. Thus, requests for federal level emergency military response resources were certainly made. On August 17, 2025, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced an additional deployment of only 500 soldiers total, but, adding insult to injury, there would be a week delay in them arriving. -Ed.}
Ref: https://elpais.com/espana/2025-08-20/15-de-agosto-entre-las-1814-y-las-2252-asi-fue-la-solicitud-de-medios-de-las-comunidades-del-pp-al-gobierno-ante-la-oleada-de-incendios.html

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Judge Peinado Accelerates Prosecution of Begoña Gómez: {Translation, summary}
– The judicial case against Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s Prime Minister, involves five alleged offences across four active lines of investigation after 17 months of inquiry. Madrid judge Juan Carlos Peinado, who’s term received a one-year extension in January 2025 with retirement expected in January 2026, is accelerating the indictment process hoping to conclude before his retirement.
– The probe centres on allegations that Gómez used her official Moncloa adviser, Cristina Álvarez, paid with public funds, for private purposes related to Gómez’s work at Madrid’s Complutense University. They have both been formally charged with embezzlement of public funds, despite neither holding official public office, based on Penal Code provisions applicable due to Gómez’s leadership of a publicly funded academic chair. Judge Peinado’s legal argument is that, despite this lack of official public office, both women can be legally treated as public officials for criminal liability purposes. This interpretation is based on Gómez’s leadership of a publicly funded academic chair at Complutense University, and the nature of Álvarez’s work as an assistant on the public payroll. reportedly exceeding typical assistance roles, possibly involving misuse or diversion of public resources for private purposes.
– Other allegations include influence peddling, mismanagement of Complutense University programmes, misappropriation of software developed there, and issues surrounding Álvarez’s hiring in 2018. The Supreme Court rejected a request to investigate Félix Bolaños, the Minister of the Presidency, which was part of the wider inquiry.
– Gómez and her adviser are expected to testify in September. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/peinado-acelera-procesar-begona-gomez-tras-portazo-20250823184343-ntrc_amp.html

ANDALUCÍA

The SMA criticizes the €500million to the private hospitals to reduce surgical waiting lists while the public suffers “deficiencies” as staff recruitment efforts fail: {Translation, summary}
– Rafael Ojeda {pic}, president of the Andalusian Medical Union, criticised the Andalusian Government’s plan to invest 500 million euros in private healthcare for surgical operations, arguing that public funds should strengthen the public healthcare system, which faces severe staff and resource shortages.
– He highlighted deficiencies across primary care and hospital services, emphasising that summer staff reductions exacerbate pressures, particularly in coastal towns with population surges.
– Emergency services experienced significant overload, and recruitment efforts for new medical residents failed, leaving many positions vacant due to unappealing incentives. Ojeda warned that without a focused strategy to attract and retain doctors in public healthcare, staff shortages will worsen, creating unmanageable workloads during peak periods such as summer and Christmas. {No money for competitive incentives to attract new doctors, but half a billion for private, expensive, temporary fixes? What kind of ass-backwards logic is that? -Ed.}
– Despite government claims of a 14 per cent reduction in surgical waiting lists and assurances that summer closures would not worsen the situation, Ojeda maintains that waiting lists remain historically high. He urged decisive measures to improve working conditions, resources, and recruitment, stressing that public healthcare risks entering an irrecoverable crisis if these issues are not addressed.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-sma-critica-500-millones-privada-reducir-listas-quirurgicas-mientras-publica-sufre-carencias-20250824182309.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Police avoid murder in Malaga with the arrest of six people related to a Swedish criminal organization: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish and Swedish police, in cooperation with Europol, prevented a planned murder in Málaga and arrested six people linked to a Swedish criminal group. Two suspects, including a minor, arrived from Gothenburg to allegedly carry out the attack. They were connected to a larger organisation involved in cocaine and marijuana trafficking, which supplied accommodation, weapons, and transport for the operation.
– Within 48 hours, authorities located the two suspected assassins on an electric scooter, wearing dark clothing, hoods, balaclavas, and masks. Searches of their Fuengirola and Málaga residences uncovered loaded firearms, concealment materials, 15 mobile phones, 16 SIM cards, cash, IT equipment, documents, and other items. The adult was remanded in custody, and the minor was placed in a juvenile centre.
– Investigations revealed the suspects advertised murder services online and handled logistics to ensure execution.
– Four additional members, including the alleged leader, were arrested. Charges include conspiracy to commit murder, illegal possession of firearms, and membership of a criminal organisation.
– {Note: The arrested, as can be seen in the pic, and in the video clip at the source article, do not appear to be your typical Swedes. There are missing pieces to this story. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/policia-evita-asesinato-malaga-detencion_0_2004609671.html

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VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

The mayor of Vélez unveils an “exciting” program for Noche en Vela (Night in Vélez): {Translation, summary}
– Vélez-Málaga prepares to celebrate the “Noche en Vela” on Saturday, 30 August 2025, extending from 8 pm until 4 am.
– The event will transform the Historic Centre into a cultural and artistic stage illuminated by 10,000 candles. Ten emblematic locations, including plazas, churches, gardens and museums, will host more than twenty concerts, tributes to Maná, Fito y los Fitipaldis and Mecano, flamenco, opera, and choral groups. Over fifty craft and gastronomy stalls, twenty food and drink stands, and interactive spaces for photography will enhance the festive spirit. The programme also features guided tours, theatre, a night chess tournament, and the special “Remembering Chanquete” event with actor Miguel Joven.
– A coordinated plan with security forces, 2,000 parking spaces, and shuttle buses will ensure safe, convenient participation. Described as a night of creativity, tradition and community, the Noche en Vela promises to be a landmark cultural occasion for residents and visitors alike. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-alcalde-veleno-jesus-lupianez-desvela-una-ilusionante-programacion-para-la-noche-en-vela/

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The Vélez Town Council & local group are promoting a series of conferences, theatre performances, and activities to mark the centenary of the historic landing at Alhucemas: {Translation, summary}
– The Town Council of Vélez-Málaga and the association “Los del 21” are organising a programme to mark the centenary of the Alhucemas landing of 1925, a decisive event that hastened the end of the War of Morocco. The commemorations will take place on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 September at the Contemporary Art Centre “Francisco Hernández”, featuring lectures, round tables, theatre, exhibitions and tributes.
– The programme will bring together military professionals, historians and experts in the African war. Highlights include the inaugural lecture by Fernando Caballero Echevarría, a performance by Benito Gallardo Sierra, and interventions by leading scholars such as Pedro Luis Pérez Frías and Francisco Moreno Lara. A central moment will be the remembrance of soldiers from the Axarquía who died in the Rif campaign.
– Saturday’s events will include further lectures, a tribute to the Royal Spanish Naval League, a round table, and a theatrical performance by Ceres Machado. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento…

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

The Rincón de la Victoria Town Council promotes the “Dress in White Against Forgetfulness” gala to benefit Asalbez: {Translation, summary}
– The Town Council of Rincón de la Victoria, through its Departments for the Elderly and for Social Welfare, is promoting the gala “Dress in White Against Forgetfulness” in aid of Asalbez, the Association of Carers and Alzheimer’s Patients of Bezmiliana. The event, linked to the International Day of Alzheimer’s, will be held on Friday 19 September at 8 p.m. at the Asalbez premises.
– Mayor Francisco Salado highlighted Asalbez’s role in caring for patients and raising awareness. Councillors Belén Gutiérrez and Nacho Cuadra underlined community solidarity and the importance of community collaboration.
– The gala donation is 20 euros per person, including cocktail-style dinner and live music, with proceeds directed to Asalbez projects. A raffle, supported by local businesses and neighbouring councils, will close the evening. Organised annually since 2018 with a chosen theme, this year’s request is for all attendees to dress in white, creating an Ibizan-style celebration. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento-de-rincon-de-la-victoria-impulsa-la-gala-ponte-de-blanco-contra-el-olvido-a-beneficio-de-asalbez/

MURCIA

The curious rural accommodations where you can sleep in old train carriages from the 1950s: {Translation, summary}
– Vagón Rural Accommodation in the Region of Murcia offers a distinctive style of rural tourism: instead of a conventional house, the lodging consists of fully restored 1950s train carriages converted into cosy apartments. Set in the Murcian countryside, only ten minutes from the city centre and near the Monastery of Los Jerónimos, it provides both tranquillity and easy access.
– Each carriage is adapted as a small rural house, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable dining areas inside and outside, and a bathroom fitted with modern taps, thermostatic shower, and towels. Guests can enjoy a 200m² terrace with striking views, a shaded porch with pergola, barbecue, garden, and fruit trees, all within a private enclosed plot. Extra beds are available on request. By combining originality, comfort, and a natural setting, Vagón Rural transforms old railway carriages into unique rural houses, creating an ideal escape for families, couples, or friends seeking peace and novelty.
Facility website: http://vagonrural.es/vagonrural.html
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/viajes/hoteles/curiosa-casa-rural-dormir-antiguos-vagones-tren-anos-50_6235149_0.html

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Patients overcrowded in chemo therapy at the Clinic of Malaga, while the new day hospital is still closed: {Translation, summary}
– The new area of the Clínico Hospital for administering chemotherapy, one of the most important projects since the hospital opened nearly four decades ago, with 4 million euros invested by the Health Ministry, is finished but unused since last January. Health delegate Carlos Bautista stated at the end of May that its opening was a matter of “a few days.” Yet almost three months have passed without a confirmed launch date.
– The Oncohaematology Day Hospital remains blocked because it lacks furniture. Although construction finished at the beginning of the year, the area still does not have chairs for patients, machines for administering chemotherapy, or computers for staff. According to the health administration, they did not wish to open with “old chairs.” Staff report that the tender for equipment has not even been issued.
– Due to limited space, some chairs cannot recline. Patients and relatives endure overcrowding in temporary facilities, often waiting in corridors. While care and attention are praised, there is no privacy, and patients spend hours in cramped conditions.
– Hospital staff themselves, including Juan Antonio Martos, president of the hospital staff board, complain that patients are crammed together while completed facilities remain closed. The new area could double chemotherapy capacity but also requires more staff. José Aldecoa, representing a cancer patient support foundation, also calls for its immediate opening. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/pacientes-quimio-clinico-malaga-hospital-dia-oncohematologico_0_2004612116.html

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Pure propaganda from the SAS: {Translation, summary of several articles}
– The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) claims in a press release this weekend to have formalized 99% of the 35,032 contracts planned for summer 2025, touting this as proof of its commitment to maintaining healthcare quality during peak demand. By its own figures, specialist doctors exceeded targets (119%), nursing reached 98%, and in some provinces hires even surpassed forecasts. On paper, this suggests a nearly flawless execution.
– But independent reports reveal a very different picture. The Medical Union of Seville states that only 20 doctors were actually hired across all Andalusia to cover the summer, compared with the 1,091 physician posts SAS claims to have filled. In Málaga, the situation is described as “chaotic,” with 56 fewer specialists than last year, the closure of beds, operating rooms, and consultations, and exhausted doctors facing up to 80 patients a day. Rural zones like the Serranía de Ronda also saw drastic cuts in nurse and physiotherapist coverage.
– It should be clarified that these percentages the SAS claim do not refer to the coverage of the workforce, but allude to the “planned recruitment”. The deception lies in SAS’s accounting: contracts are counted as “fulfilled” even when they are short-term, precarious, or in categories where demand is lower, even counting positions where the new hire has not yet reported for duty, masking the fact that critical doctor positions remain largely uncovered. In practice, patients and professionals face a deteriorating healthcare system, despite the self-congratulatory statistics. {And these are the unscrupulous con-artists we are supposed trust with our health? -Ed.}
Refs:
The lies:
https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/sas-asegura-formalizado-99-contratos_0_2004610416.html &
https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/sas-malaga-contratos-plan-verano_0_2004609941.html
The truth:
https://cadenaser.com/andalucia/2025/07/11/sindicato-medico-de-sevilla-en-toda-andalucia-se-han-contratado-para-las-vacaciones-a-tan-solo-20-medicos-radio-sevilla/ &
https://www.diariodesevilla.es/andalucia/sas-rechaza-criticas-colapso-zonas_0_2004600912.html &
https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/sevilla/psoe-exige-moreno-que-ponga-trabajar-corregir-critica-situacion-sanidad-zonas-costeras/202508241017302200726.html

SPANISH ROYALS

Reveille at 6:30 a.m., classes until 6 p.m., and flight simulators- this is how Princess Leonor will train to become a military pilot: {Translation}
– Princess Leonor will join the General Air Academy in San Javier, Murcia, on the 1st of September, attending as an ordinary pupil, thereby subject to strict rules of conduct and a substantial academic load which will include simulator instruction hours before she may pilot the Pilatus training aircraft alongside an instructor.
– The day begins at 6.30 with reveille, and classes start at 7.40 following breakfast. Morning sessions continue until 15.00, with a brief mid-morning break, resuming at 16.00 until 18.00. After that, pupils may walk or study until 22.15. Dinner is at 20.30 and lights out is at 22.30. Military-style schedules are familiar to the Princess, who has previously trained at the General Army Academy in Zaragoza and the Naval Military School in Marín. She joins San Javier as a fourth-year pupil, having already achieved the rank of ensign.
– There is no fixed timeline for solo flight. The principal challenge this year will be her pilot training. Colonel Luis González Asenjo, director of the academy, has not set a date for her first flight with an instructor in the Pilatus PC-21, nor for solo flight. Initial training involves theoretical lessons followed by hours in a CBT (Computer Based Training) simulator with three screens for familiarisation.
– Advanced instruction continues in the FTD (Full Flight Training Device) simulator, replicating the Pilatus cockpit with a 180-degree view. Pupils train with all onboard equipment prior to actual flights. New training aircraft have replaced the C-101s used for forty years. The high-fidelity simulator improves confidence during first flights with instructors, typically lasting one to one and a half hours, including emergency scenarios to hone decision-making.
– Early flights focus on familiarisation and confidence. Subsequently, pupils learn all instrument systems, and eventually conduct formation flights and manoeuvres with other aircraft under instructor supervision. Solo flight, or ‘release’, occurs when the instructor deems the pupil ready, though no timeline is given for Princess Leonor.
– The Air Force emphasises that flying is demanding; some pupils have completed training but could not fly.
– Princess Leonor follows her father and grandfather in military instruction. Felipe VI piloted an Eurofighter, while Juan Carlos I flew the A400M. She must consider crucial factors, including carrying seven kilos of flight gear and staying well-fed and hydrated. Signs in simulator buildings instruct pupils on hydration: an 80-kilo pilot should drink over a litre of water two hours before flight, 560–800 millilitres in the air, and 4.5 litres in the six hours post-landing, accounting for an expected three-kilo weight loss.
– From the 1st of September, she will be ‘an ordinary pupil’, as confirmed during a visit by Defence Minister Margarita Robles. She will share a dormitory with three female classmates. Rooms generally lack bathrooms; shared facilities are at the end of the corridor, including toilets, showers, sinks, and a changing area. Each pupil has a bed, wardrobe, desk with drawers, and a small shelf. Pupils are provided with the uniform, but must supply underwear and sports shoes. Recommended items include sunscreen, insect repellent, a headtorch with red light, basic sewing and first aid kits, among others. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-toque-diana-630-clases-18-simuladores-asi-formara-princesa-leonor-piloto-militar-20250824122950.html

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– More than 13,000 electric vehicle charging points in Spain are not working
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/there-are-13072-charging-points-installed-spain-20250822063058-nt.html
– More than 100 suspected arsonists face justice after wave of summer wildfires in Spain- Some are the result of the 14-day heatwave or lightning strikes, but most are caused by people
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/summer-fire-wave-brings-110-suspected-arsonists-20250818075625-nt.html
– Seven pubs and supermarket hit by major early-morning blaze in Costa del Sol resort {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/benalmadena-torremolinos/seven-pubs-and-supermarket-hit-major-earlymorning-20250824135837-nt.html
– Two young hitmen, one Swedish, arrested as they were about to commit murder in Malaga
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/young-hitmen-arrested-they-were-about-commit-20250822182356-nt.html
– Aemet reveals what temperatures are expected in south of Spain until the end of August
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/aemet-warns-what-temperatures-are-expected-south-20250823104721-nt.html

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SPAIN

Firefighters demand political resignations and denounce the “lack of coordination” in firefighting strategies – “reckless patches and genuine absurdities”: {Translation}
– The United Coordinating Body of Professional Firefighters (CUBP) has regretted the “lack of coordination” in response to fires and is calling for the “immediate dismissal” of technicians and politicians responsible for “reckless strategies”. In their view, “the dramatic situation is not only a consequence of climate change, but often the result of poor planning and flawed extinguishing plans”. Firefighters have warned that the “political blockade” of the Coordination Framework Law “threatens citizen safety in these disasters and other climate emergencies that require rapid and unified responses”.
– According to the association, one example of this lack of coordination is that each administration uses communication systems that are not integrated, “so at times mobile phones are the only means for commanding officers to communicate, with the resulting risk of saturation”.
– On other occasions, “personnel deployed to incidents must wait a long time for instructions from the fire director due to miscoordination, which also hinders the deployment of specialised equipment and vehicles”. In response, firefighters report that “solidarity strategies” between autonomous communities “have been reckless patches and genuine absurdities”. For instance, in the Community of Madrid, it was decided, amid the “collapse” in Castile and León due to “lack of resources”, to cover all incidents of any type in Ávila and Segovia provinces by deploying from Madrid, “delaying arrival times and favouring initial fire spread”. They therefore demand “the immediate dismissal of the responsible technicians and politicians”.
– The firefighters also call for the unlocking of the Framework Law. In response to the Government’s proposal for a Climate Change State Pact, they recalled that there exists “a perfect tool to improve the operability of over 20,000 personnel protecting citizens against fires”, referring to the Coordination Framework Law first registered in 2018, “which was part of the current Government’s programme and is inexplicably blocked in the Ministry of the Interior”.
– According to CUBP president Israel Naveso, “the dramatic situation we face is not solely a result of climate change, but also due to poor planning, absence of human and material resources, and inadequate extinguishing strategies”. In his view, a framework law “would provide direct support to citizens, politicians, and all firefighting bodies without exception: forest, municipal, consortia, regional, and aerial. It would dignify the public service and end the improvisation that repeats every summer”. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/bomberos-exigen-ceses-politicos-denuncian-descoordinacion-estrategias-incendios-han-sido-parches-temerarios_6237815_0.html

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Political tension rises- the PP calls the director of Civil Protection a “pyromaniac” and she tells them to “step aside” if they do not “contribute”: {Translation}
– Although the fire situation does not appear to be worsening, political tension is rising. The Deputy Secretary for Regional Coordination of the PP, Elías Bendodo, on Thursday called the Director General of Civil Protection, Virginia Barcones {pic}, a “pyromaniac” for suggesting that some regional governments had overreacted in order to attack the Executive. In response, Barcones told Bendodo that if he was not going to “contribute” he should “step aside”, while both the Government and the PSOE demand an apology from the Popular Party.
– “The Director General of Civil Protection is another pyromaniac, she has dedicated her statements to insulting regional governments, it is impossible to find solutions like this,” said Bendodo outside the PP headquarters in Madrid. He escalated his rhetoric and questioned how a Director General of Civil Protection could claim that there had been overreaction.
– He stated that regional governments had exhausted all resources before turning to the Central Government for support, which “should not happen” because the Executive “should offer them before the regional governments ask”. He added that this occurs because “the DNA of this Government” is “arrogance”.
– Barcones expressed strong indignation at Bendodo’s words, calling for “a little restraint, calm and responsibility”. “Calling any official a pyromaniac… he is accusing me of a crime, he is saying I am a criminal. How far are we going to go,” she emphasised. She urged “those who do not contribute to step aside” and assured she will continue “working” to prevent fires from reigniting. “I would ask that they stop insulting me. But if they think they must insult me, they will not prevent me from doing my job and defending the truth,” she insisted. Regarding the recent political clashes, Barcones added that “there is a point” that even makes her “weary” to think that people with “institutional responsibility” instead of supporting Civil Protection, are attempting “to undermine it”. “They can continue seeking the point, the comma or the hyphen to divert attention,” she said.
– Indignation in the Government is high. Sources at Moncloa (President’s residence) consider Bendodo’s words “disrespectful” and “indecorous”. They believe the PP is showing that its sole aim is to oppose the Government, as evidenced by other statements from the same Deputy Secretary.
– From Ferraz (location in Madrid of the PSOE- Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party- headquarters), they demand Bendodo’s “immediate retraction” for his insults “in the midst of the wildfire wave”. They criticise the “incendiary rhetoric” of the Popular Party and assert that “Feijóo is the dirtiest politician in this country, and his team is not far behind”. Socialist sources accuse the PP of launching a political and media “hunt” and urge them to decide whether they want to be “a small appendage of the far right” or “a state-worthy right-wing party compatible with Europe”, adding that they are “heading towards the former”.
– Bendodo stated that the Director, “who is supposed to be a professional addressing technical issues and how she could assist in extinguishing the fires, is another pyromaniac who has insulted the regional governments”. He also accused the Government of “disloyalty” in managing the forest fires and seeing each “crisis” as an “opportunity” to politically “harm” the PP. “And they are wrong because what they do harms the citizens,” he added. He once again dismissed the climate change State Pact proposed by the Prime Minister. “The State Pact needed in our country is a State Pact against Pedro Sánchez that should go as soon as possible for the good of all Spaniards,” he concluded. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/tension-politica-aumenta-pp-llama-piromana-directora-proteccion-civil-pide-aparten-aportan_6237843_0.html

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A PSOE deputy argues that Spain needs immigrants, asking, “Who is going to clean the elderly’s asses?”: {Translation}
– On Wednesday, PP spokesperson in Congress Ester Muñoz demanded that the PSOE “immediately rectify” the comments made by Víctor Gutiérrez, LGBTI secretary of the Federal Executive and member of Congress, who said that Spain needs immigrants to “wipe the asses of the elderly.”
– In a message posted on social network X, Ester Muñoz commented on a video showing part of Gutiérrez’s appearance on Cuatro’s program “En boca de todos,” in which he is heard asking, “Who is going to wipe the grandparents’ asses?”
– Specifically, in a debate with Vox’s security chief, Samuel Vázquez, the socialist leader denies the viability of the mass deportations of migrants promised by Vox: “Who is going to wipe the grandparents’ asses? Who is going to pick the fruit in the fields? Who is going to do all those things that you don’t want to do?“ says Víctor Gutiérrez, emphasizing that ”foreigners often come to do the jobs that Spaniards don’t want to do.”
– Muñoz has described the comment as “embarrassing” and has called on the PSOE to take action: “The Socialist Party argues that we need immigrants to wipe our grandparents’ bottoms,” wrote the PP leader, referring to Gutiérrez as a “national socialist deputy.” “That is their humanity and their progressivism. I hope they rectify this immediately,” she demanded. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/diputado-psoe-defiende-espana-necesita-inmigrantes-limpiar-culo-abuelos_6237828_0.html

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Petrol prices continue to fall in the middle of summer and filling up the tank is up to 5.7 euros cheaper: {Translation, summary}
– Petrol and diesel prices in Spain continue to decline during the summer, reaching new lows. Filling an average diesel tank now costs 77.77 euros, 2.14 euros less than last year, while petrol costs 81.34 euros, saving 5.7 euros.
– The EU Oil Bulletin confirms a further weekly fall in August, with diesel down 0.7 per cent and petrol 0.27 per cent. Diesel has now been priced below petrol for 129 weeks, returning to pre-Russian invasion patterns.
– Compared with summer 2022 peaks, both fuels remain substantially cheaper, with petrol at 1.479 euros per litre and diesel at 1.414 euros. Fuel prices depend on several factors, including crude oil costs, taxes, logistics, and margins, with changes in crude not immediately reflected in pump prices. Currently, Spain’s petrol and diesel prices remain below EU and eurozone averages, providing relief for drivers. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/gasolina-sigue-baja-pleno-verano-llenar-deposito-5-7-euros-barato_6237799_0.html

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Judge Peinado amends his ruling to expand the case against Begoña Gómez: {Translation, summary}
– Judge Juan Carlos Peinado {pic} has widened the criminal investigation into Begoña Gómez {pic}, wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, by adding embezzlement to the existing list of charges that already included corruption, influence peddling, misappropriation, and professional intrusion. Her Moncloa adviser is also being investigated. This move comes after months of contradictions, as Peinado had previously dismissed the same charge. The new decision follows pressure from the Provincial Court, which considered that public resources may have been diverted for Gómez’s private benefit.
– Central to the case are two emails sent in 2021 by the adviser to executives of Reale, a company financing the university chair directed by Gómez. In those communications, the adviser, on behalf of Gómez, sought continued sponsorship for her academic activities. According to Vox, which filed the original complaint, this demonstrates the use of public office to promote private projects, and it implicates not only Gómez but also her adviser and former Moncloa official Francisco Martín.
– Although witnesses argued her adviser’s appointment was legally valid, the evidence points to a blurred line between Gómez’s private academic interests and state resources. The Provincial Court stressed that the prime minister’s wife may have exercised influence through her position in Moncloa and benefitted from an “aura of power” tied to her role.
– Despite initial reluctance, Peinado has now summoned both Gómez and her adviser to testify. The case raises broader concerns about whether Gómez systematically used public structures and staff to secure personal or professional advantages. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/juez-peinado-enmienda-si-expandir-causa-begona-gomez_1_12544434.html

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Koldo Case Update- Tragsatec and Ineco detail to the National Court that they paid 44,000 euros to Ábalos’ ex-girlfriend: {Translation}
– Tragsatec and Ineco have informed the judge of the National Court who is investigating the Koldo case that they paid Jessica Rodríguez [pic], former partner of the former Minister of Transport José Luis Ábalos {pic}, a total of 43,978.40 euros during the period she was employed in both public companies. This is recorded in the documentation provided by both public companies to Central Court of Instruction Number 2 after the examining magistrate requested the Central Operational Unit (UCO) of the Civil Guard to obtain such information.
– Specifically, Tragsatec has confirmed that it paid 9,500.54 euros gross to Rodríguez between March and September 2021 for her work in that company. Ineco, for its part, has specified that it paid 34,477.86 euros between March 2019 and December 2021.
– It should be recalled that last February Rodríguez herself admitted before the Supreme Court in her statement as a witness that she never carried out any work in those companies, although she did receive the salary during the time she was employed.
– The disclosure that Tragsatec and Ineco paid Jessica Rodríguez—a woman who acknowledged she carried out no actual work—the sum of €43,978.40 during her employment in both public companies underscores a severe breach of public trust and internal controls. Her hiring, widely seen as politically motivated due to her connection with former minister José Luis Ábalos—and apparently orchestrated through figures like Koldo García and possibly enabled by officials such as Isabel Pardo de Vera—has become a pivotal element in the broader Koldo Case, which involves allegations of corruption, misuse of public funds, and abuse of influence within the Ministry of Transport. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/espana/tragsatec-e-ineco-detallan-audiencia_0_2004602575.html

MALAGA CITY

Malaga Fair Photo Gallery:
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RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de lah Victoria manages 77 feline colonies with the CER method: {Translation}
– The Rincón de la Victoria Town Council, through its Department of Health, is continuing with the cat colony management program approved in 2023, in compliance with Law 7/2023 on the Protection of Animal Rights and Welfare.
– Since its launch, a total of 77 colonies have been registered in the municipal census, accounting for 1,079 cats. Of these, 673 have been sterilized and 148 have been microchipped, thanks to the rigorous application of the CER method (capture, sterilization, and return).
– The procedure, which guarantees the welfare of the animals and health control, consists of capturing the cats in the colony, subjecting them to a veterinary examination, sterilizing them, identifying them with microchips, administering mandatory vaccinations and deworming, and finally returning them to their colony of origin.
– The City Council reminds residents that any lack of control in these colonies usually occurs only when food is provided indiscriminately.
– The program is being developed in collaboration with the Official College of Veterinarians of Malaga and five local clinics that are members of the CER.2 agreement. Since 2023, four training sessions have been held with 108 participants, including workshops for volunteer catchers, who now have the necessary accreditation to carry out these tasks. Rincón de la Victoria was a pioneer in 2022 when it signed the CER.1 agreement and was the second municipality in the province to join CER.2, after Torremolinos.
Source, Spanish: https://axarquia-news.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-gestiona-77-colonias-felinas-con-el-metodo-cer/

SEVILLA

A man is arrested after setting fire to a bar for not putting mayonnaise in his sandwich: {Translation, summary}
– The Civil Guard has arrested a resident of Córdoba who set fire to a bar in Los Palacios and Villafranca (Seville). The man had asked for mayonnaise for the sandwich he was eating and, after receiving a refusal, doused the establishment with gasoline and set it on fire.
– As confirmed by the Civil Guard, the detainee, who is charged with crimes of damage and fire with danger to people, entered the establishment at around 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. There, he ordered, among other drinks, a montadito, requesting at that moment that they give him mayonnaise, although the waiter told him that they did not have at the bar.
– Once on the terrace, he asked the same question to a waitress, who gave him the same answer, at which point he asked the same question. The man got up from his chair, went to a nearby gas station and returned with a bottle of gasoline, which he sprayed on the bar counter, which he set on fire. Agents of the Local Police of Los Palacios immediately arrived at the premises and, helped by a waitress who followed the perpetrator, were able to arrest him.
– José Antonio Caballero, the owner of the bar, called Las Postas, has assured that what the workers and customers of the establishment experienced “It was kind of surreal.” He has specified that the first waiter who served the now arrested informed him that the bar did not have a kitchen “so that the montaditos are already made”. Source, with video, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/sevilla/detienen-hombre-prender-fuego-bar-ponerle-mayonesa-bocadillo-surrealista_6237883_0.html

EUROPE

Italy arrests Ukrainian suspected of involvement in Nord Stream pipeline blasts:
– Italian police said Thursday they had arrested a Ukrainian man suspected of being one of the coordinators of the 2022 attacks on the Nord Stream gas pipelines, which were built to carry gas from Russia to Germany. Prosecutors believe the suspect was one of a group of people who placed undersea explosives on the pipelines.
– The suspect, identified only as Serhii K. in line with German privacy rules, was arrested overnight by officers from a police station in Misano Adriatrico, near the Italian city of Rimini, federal prosecutors said.
– In a statement Thursday, prosecutors said Serhii K. was one of a group of people who placed explosives on the pipelines and is believed to have been one of the coordinators. They said he is suspected of causing explosions, anti-constitutional sabotage and the destruction of structures. He was arrested on a European arrest warrant that was issued on Monday.
– The suspect and others used a yacht that set off from the German port of Rostock, which had been hired from a German company using forged IDs and with the help of intermediaries, prosecutors said. They didn’t give any information on the other people aboard the yacht or say anything about who else might have been involved in coordinating the suspected sabotage, or about a possible motive.
Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250821-italy-arrests-ukrainian-suspected-of-involvement-in-nord-stream-pipeline-blasts

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MIDDLE EAST

Israel approves controversial West Bank settlement project as IDF begins Gaza City assault:
– Israel gave final approval Wednesday for a controversial settlement project in the occupied West Bank that would effectively cut the territory in two. Meanwhile, the IDF said it had begun the first stages of its planned assault to seize Gaza City. Full article: https://www.euronews.com/2025/08/21/israel-approves-controversial-west-bank-settlement-project-as-its-military-begins-gaza-cit

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NEW LIFE CHURCH

New Life Church:
– Sunday Service:
Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us on Sundays at 11.00am. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards.
– Prayer Meeting:
You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship.
– Jesus said: “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. (John 14:6)
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, 29780. Directions: Click Here
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
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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
* Dexter – 9 weeks old and full of fun, one of a litter of 10, expected to be medium in size. Vaccinations started.
* Coco – 10 year old Spanish Water Dog, fully vaccinated and neutered, loves people, but not so keen on other dogs.
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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Cool & the Cat in Canillas de Albaida: Cool & the Cat will be playing live Jazz and Blues in La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida this coming Friday 22nd August from 8.30pm.
Mitch France and Ian Thompson on electric guitar, alto sax, aerophone, keyboards and vocals.
Herbie Hancock, BB King, Eric Clapton, American Songbook, JJ Cale, Blues Brothers and much more…
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El Morche’s Festival de los Fandangos de Güi: Sat, 23 Aug, 9pm
El Morche is already preparing to celebrate one of its most deeply rooted and popular traditions at the Festival de los Fandangos de Güi. The Panda San Isidro de Periana, the Panda del Coto Tres Hermanas, the Coro Agua Salá, and the Fandangos de Güi group itself will participate.There will be a special free bus service. With regard to the special buses, the first will depart at 8:00 p.m. from Torrox and arrive at the Río Güi esplanade, stopping first at the Ford dealership in El Morche. The free return trip will take place at the end of the festival at around 1:00 a.m.
The show will be held on the stage set up for this purpose on the Río Güi, in a natural setting close to many of the houses and farmhouses in the area, where these fandangos originated during farm work.

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Feria de Mezquitilla 2025: Thurs-Sun, 21-24 Aug.
Info & interactive map: https://axarquiacostadelsol.es/evento/feria-de-mezquitilla-2025/

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XIV Sierra Nevada por Todo lo Alto Festival: FREE
August 22 and 23, 2025. Plaza de Andalucía in Pradollano.
Acts include The Limboos, Guadalupe Plata, Mateo Ortega & The Sugar Daddies and The Sastres (Friday 22). The Briefs, Los Tiki Phantoms and Zutaten (Saturday 23). Info: https://sierranevada.es/es/verano/eventos/deportivos-culturales/xv-festival-sierra-nevada-por-todo-lo-alto/

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Fairs and festivals in the towns of Malaga in August:
– Feria de Málaga, 16 to 23 August
– Real Feria de August de Antequera, 20 to 24 August
– Feria de Guaro, 28 to 31 August
Source, with more details, in Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/ferias-fiestas-pueblos-malaga-agosto_0_2004431298.html

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Algarroba Rock Festival 2025: Sat, 30 Aug
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– Shop – Wednesdays and Fridays 10.00 – 13.00.
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– Friday – Conversation group 10.00 – 11.00.
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– Friday 5th September – Coach excursion to Carratraca to join in the Embrujo Andalusí de Carratraca.

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Sánchez’s wife will have to explain the emails from her advisor asking companies for money…or will she? Judge’s manditory retirement may let her off the hook!: {Translation, summary}
– Judge Peinado’s recent order exposes the deep rot at the heart of Pedro Sánchez’s administration, shattering the façade of competence and integrity that the Prime Minister and his allies try to project. What Sánchez and Bolaños celebrated as a triumph – the Supreme Court’s temporary halt to the Minister of Justice’s indictment – has crumbled, revealing a brazen exploitation of public office for personal and political gain. Cristina Álvarez, officially a public servant, allegedly performed private errands for Begoña Gómez {pic}, Sánchez’s spouse, and even solicited corporate sponsorship for a university chair awarded to her, despite Gómez lacking any formal academic qualifications.
– The evidence, including emails and witness testimonies, points to a network where public resources are diverted to serve private interests, facilitated by positions of trust within the presidency. The Madrid Provincial Court stresses that the investigation must determine whether Álvarez exceeded her duties, highlighting the clear abuse of office. Ties with Barrabés Group companies, the privileged access granted to Gómez, and the orchestration of influence through institutional channels reveal a systematic pattern of nepotism and cronyism.
– Peinado’s assessment leaves no doubt: these actions may constitute criminal misconduct under Article 24.2 of the Penal Code. This scandal reveals how political elites can weaponize government structures for personal enrichment, corroding the principles of accountability and public trust.
– {This situation is now complicated by the fact that Judge Juan Carlos Peinado has his mandatory retirement due in January 2026, after a 1 year extension was granted him in January 2025. This extension was granted just three months before Peinado became involved in the high-profile “Begoña Gómez case, which in hindsight is a bit suspicious. With Peinado’s retirement, the future of the case may be uncertain. A new judge will need to review the evidence and determine whether to continue the investigation or dismiss the charges. This transition could lead to delays or shifts in the legal proceedings, depending on the new judge’s interpretation of the case and the existing evidence. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2025-08-20/peinado-cerca-a-begona-gomez-la-mujer-de-sanchez-tendra-que-explicar-los-mails-de-su-asesora-pidiendo-dinero-a-empresas-7287259/

ANDALUCÍA

The number of dependent Andalusians receiving care is increasing, although waiting times are the longest in Spain: {Translation}
– The number of people receiving support under the dependency system has increased in Andalusia while the average waiting time has decreased, although the region once again records the worst figure in Spain: 570 days, around a year and a half. The average across the autonomous communities in the same study was 344 days.
– Imserso has published the monthly report on dependency in Spain, whose results at the end of July show a slight improvement in the general functioning of the Andalusian system. The Junta of Andalusia highlighted in a note sent to the media on Wednesday the figures for people attended to and benefits processed compared with the previous month, numbers it described as a “record”. This slight improvement is generally reflected in other autonomous communities.
– The Andalusian government also notes the reduction in average waiting days compared with the previous month: 570 days at the end of July compared with 574 in June. Although the official note emphasises progress compared with 2015 and 2016, analysis of earlier years reveals a flaw in management. The 570 days in July, from the moment a resident requests a benefit until it is granted, represents a decrease from 602 days at the end of 2024, but worsens the situation compared with 557 days at the end of 2023 and 544 days at the end of 2022.
– The government also stresses its goal to transform the dependency care system. Its intention, it says, is “to create a more effective model” through measures such as “simplifying the procedure to a single visit and single resolution”, “using a single software application”, and implementing a “technological revolution” in the Telecare Service.
– The Andalusian government has recently approved a “new increase in funding for places in day centres and residences for older people and people with disabilities”, according to the note. A further 4.5 per cent rise in the price per place has been authorised, retroactive from 1 January 2025. Since 2019, there has been a 26 per cent increase for care of older people and an average 32 per cent increase for people with disabilities.
– The Junta insists that the central government co-finances 50 per cent of the dependency system, as it has expressly committed to in the Basque Country. The latest data indicates that Andalusia finances 69.1 per cent of the system, with the General State Administration contributing 30.9 per cent.
– Regarding co-payment, the Spanish Committee of Representatives of People with Disabilities (Cermi) has requested that the State and autonomous communities regulate co-payment in dependency as a fiscal charge, following a ruling by the Supreme Court on 23 June. Cermi believes this ruling requires a complete revision of user cost participation under the Law on Promotion of Personal Autonomy and Care for People in Situations of Dependency. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/aumentan-andaluces-dependientes-atendidos-tiempo-espera_0_2004597946.html

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The reservoirs of Andalusia chain 14 weeks in a row losing water: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian reservoirs have suffered fourteen consecutive weeks of water loss, with the 49 facilities holding just under 6,000 cubic hectometres. Since mid-May, no gains have been recorded. Fourteen weeks ago, the Confederation-managed reservoirs reached nearly 5,000 cubic hectometres, but now hold only 3,826, 47.42 per cent of total capacity. Basins under the Junta of Andalusia hold just over 2,000 cubic hectometres, slightly below 48 per cent.
– Some areas fare better, such as the Mediterranean Basins at 51.6 per cent and the Tinto-Odiel-Piedras system at 63 per cent.
– Summer water consumption in the Guadalquivir system has increased, with over 12 cubic hectometres released daily, leaving storage below the 25-year average of 4,084 cubic hectometres. Despite this, the basin retains sufficient reserves for the next three years. Beginning the dry season at nearly 48 per cent capacity is considered a hopeful position for upcoming inflows and recovery. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/embalses-andalucia-encadenan-14-semanas_0_2004588559.html

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High speed trains between Madrid and Andalusia, again blocked by a fire: {Translation, summary}
– The high -speed trains between Madrid and Andalusia were delayed on Tuesday because of a fire declared in the province of Toledo, between Yeles and La Sagra. Twelve high-speed trains of the Madrid route, Castilla La-Mancha and Andalusia were held in stations; and seven other trains have been cancelled. The incidence was resolved at approximately 10:00 p.m. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/alta-velocidad-madrid-andalucia-nuevo_0_2004591296.html

AXARQUÍA

Farmers foresee 80% less grape harvesting in Malaga due to drought and Mildew: {Translation}
– The raisin grape harvest is not experiencing its best period. Production will fall by 80 per cent this year in the Axarquía region of Málaga, one of the main producing areas of this product, as a consequence of drought and the mildew disease affecting it, according to the Union of Small Farmers (UPA). “The rains brought by the DANA had raised expectations of a good harvest, but the lack of precipitation since then has been very damaging,” stated Francisco Moscoso, Secretary General of UPA Málaga, in a statement on Tuesday.
– He affirmed that producers in the Axarquía “will find it very difficult to maintain their operations” due to rising production costs, “which continue to increase,” and the “ruinous farm-gate prices” they receive, making cultivation “unviable in a region that depends on vineyards.” Moscoso urged the relevant authorities “to be aware” of the harsh reality facing the sector and to assist producers “so that they may continue to live decently” from this crop and in their villages.
– The UPA observes “with great concern” that producers “receive no compensation from the supposed publicity that the authorities wish to grant the raisin grape through meetings and membership in the SIPAM (Important Agricultural Heritage System of the World).” “It is unacceptable that the farmer gains no benefit from the raisin grape being catalogued in the SIPAM. This is unprecedented and does not occur with other crops with various certifications such as a PGI or a designation of origin, for example in the case of olive oil,” Moscoso emphasised.
– Productions with such protective labels “enjoy benefits not considered for the raisin grape,” for which the administration “should adopt measures aimed at genuine promotion that positively impact farmers so they may continue to live decently from their crops.” Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/preven-cosecha-uva-pasa-malaga-sequia_0_2004590147.html

ANTEQUERA

The Roman Villa of La Estación in Antequera opens, featuring the largest mosaic in the Iberian Peninsula: {Translation, summary}
– The city of Antequera in Málaga has inaugurated the Roman Villa of La Estación, a major suburban archaeological complex of great cultural value. The villa, built around 250 by the Licinii family and inhabited until the early sixth century, was an aristocratic residence that combined domestic, agricultural and social functions. It is distinguished by elaborate architecture, mosaics including the largest in the Iberian Peninsula with fine marbles, sculptural pieces and sophisticated engineering such as a subterranean spring system for natural air conditioning.
– The site covers more than 20,000 square metres, yet only 20 per cent has been excavated, leaving a vast area for future research. Discovered in 1998 during road works, its study has revealed treasures including the “Venus of Antikaria,” a bust of Nero, a second-century Venus and mosaics with unique motifs. Between 2019 and 2023, conservation works added walkways, protective structures and lighting, allowing public visits managed through the Antequera City Museum.
– Declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 2006, the project has cost nearly one million euros, funded jointly by the Spanish Government and the local council. The villa now enriches Antequera’s heritage and tourism while preserving an exceptional Roman legacy. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/cultura/2025-08-18/se-abre-la-villa-romana-de-la-estacion-en-antequera-con-el-mayor-mosaico-de-la-peninsula-iberica-7286109/

PRODUCT ALERT

Radioactive Prawns Alert: {Translation, summary}
– Consumers are advised to avoid eating frozen prawns from the Indonesia PT Bahari Sejati company (doing business as BMS Foods) or Walmart’s Great Value brand.
– The government of USA issued this Tuesday an alert for the possible presence in the country of frozen prawns from Indonesia contaminated with cancer causing radioactive cesium. {While the US is their concern, since Walmart, the distributor of these prawns, is a multinational, it is possible some of these prawns were provided to other regions; or that an EU distributor also sources prawns from the Indonesia PT Bahari Sejati company, BMS Foods or Walmart. -Ed.}
– Walmart confirmed that the type of prawn under investigation is sold under the Great Value brand label. They confirmed distribution to the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia.
Official FDA Alert: https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/fda-advises-public-not-eat-sell-or-serve-certain-imported-frozen-shrimp-indonesian-firm#ProductDesc
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/eeuu-desaconseja-consumir-gambas-congeladas-temor-sean-radioactivas_6237362_0.html

TECH

Beware Of Scam VPN “FreeVPN one”:
– [Freevpn.one] is a free VPN available as a Chrome extension. This VPN has been exposed as spyware. For years, FreeVPN.One sat quietly in the Chrome Web Store, doing what it claimed to do. A basic VPN tool. Nothing in its behaviour hinted at what was coming. Then one day, the developer likely decided he wanted to capture users’ screens.
– Most people turn to a VPN for one reason: privacy. And with its verified badge, featured placement, and 100k+ installs, FreeVPN.One looked like a safe choice at the Chrome Store. But once it’s in your browser, it’s not working to keep you safe, it’s continuously watching you.
– According to KOI Security, the extension, once installed in Chrome, activates a trigger in the background that makes screenshots of what users are doing, whether to see a website, open a spreadsheet or enter your bank account.
– {I suggest if you have this installed on your Chrome based browser that you uninstall it asap, restart, then run a “full system” security/malware scan from whatever anti-virus you use. The Win 11 built-in anti-virus scanner is sufficient, but be sure to do a “Full System Scan”, and not the “Quick Scan”. -Ed.}
Full details in English: https://koi-security.webflow.io/blog/spyvpn-the-vpn-that-secretly-captures-your-screen

FROM THE “WHAT THE HELL ARE THEY THINKING” DEPARTMENT

Whatever Happened To Common Sense? A worker leaves a coffin in a rubbish bin near the cemetery in Castilblanco de los Arroyos (Sevilla): {Translation}
– A worker from a company contracted by Castilblanco de los Arroyos Town Council for burial services left a coffin in a rubbish container near the municipal cemetery. The Council promptly arranged for its removal and transfer.
– Mayor José Manuel Carballar described the action as irresponsible and emphasised that the cemetery is not privatised; only burial services are outsourced due to the absence of a municipal gravedigger, while cleaning and maintenance remain Council-managed.
– The Council met with the company to stress that the incident was unacceptable, must not recur, and to enforce accountability and any necessary measures. The affected family {?} has expressed deep distress over images circulating on social media and may pursue action against their dissemination. Residents have been urged to inform the Council before sharing images that could infringe privacy or sensitivity, allowing immediate response. The company had been performing its duties professionally until the incident occurred. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/sevilla/operario-deja-feretro-contenedor-basura-cerca-cementerio-castilblanco-arroyos_6237585_0.html

NATURE

Spain has more forests and relatively fewer fires- reality debunks the government’s climate propaganda: {Translation}
– The official narrative insists on the alleged deterioration of Spain’s forests. The Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, urgently calls for a major climate pact, while the supposed need for further green regulations to “save the planet” is repeatedly emphasised. Yet the Ministry of Agriculture’s own data contradicts this account. According to the Survey on Crop Areas and Yields (ESYRCE), forested land in Spain has not diminished but has, in fact, expanded over the last ten years.
– In 2014, ESYRCE recorded 19,013,972 hectares of forested land. A decade later, the same survey shows net growth, with 19,447,892 hectares now registered. That represents an increase of more than 430,000 hectares in just ten years. Of these, 1,837,669 hectares correspond to conifers and broadleaf trees in 2024.
– This positive trend is neither accidental nor a statistical fluke. The National Forest Inventory (IFN) confirms that Spain has been steadily increasing both forest mass and biomass for decades. Today, about 55 per cent of the national territory is classified as forested land, including wooded areas, scrubland and other natural formations. This is largely due to agricultural abandonment, state-driven reforestation programmes, and natural regeneration since the mid-twentieth century. These factors have made Spain one of the European countries with the fastest growth in forest cover.
– Spanish forests are now larger and contain 40 per cent more timber than fifty years ago. Between 1990 and 2020, timber volume rose from roughly 600 million cubic metres to more than 950 million. This increase highlights both the benefits of greater carbon capture and the challenge of managing forests to prevent fires. In short, there is not only more forested land, but also more biomass and greater carbon absorption than three decades ago.
– Growth is not limited to forests. ESYRCE also records the steady expansion of woody crops such as olive groves, almond orchards, vineyards, walnut trees and pistachios. Olive groves alone now exceed 2.7 million hectares, having expanded consistently over recent decades. Almond plantations have also spread rapidly, driven by international demand.
– These figures reveal that Spanish farmers, often criticised and heavily regulated in their use of pesticides, pruning, and stubble management, have in fact played a key role in the reforestation seen in recent years.
– The numbers say it all: Spain has more forested land and more woody crops than it did a decade ago. {Larger forests naturally have more exposure to wildfires, so an increase is to be expected some years. We have had worse years in terms of forest fires, and that was back when the forests were considerably smaller. See chart. -Ed.} Nevertheless, the Government persists in a catastrophic and misleading narrative to justify further climate pacts, new supervisory bodies and additional restrictions on economic activity in order to achieve their {globalist Agenda 2030} goals. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2025-08-20/espana-tiene-mas-bosques-y-menos-incendios-la-realidad-desmonta-la-propaganda-climatica-del-gobierno-7287201/

OTHER

Epirus Leonidas, this is the anti-aircraft battery that deactivates drone swarms: {Translation, summary}
– The war in Ukraine has lasted 42 months, with Russia’s invasion ongoing. The conflict has popularised the use of drones as weapons, leading armies to develop specific countermeasures. Small drones, especially when deployed in swarms, are difficult to neutralise with traditional defences.
– One key innovation is the Leonidas system, developed by American company Epirus and introduced in 2020. It is an electronic warfare device that uses high-power microwaves to disable drones in flight by severing their electronic connections, causing them to fall. The system employs gallium nitride solid-state amplifiers, which allow high power without the need for cooling, and it can be mounted on vehicles for mobility. Leonidas can counter drone swarms, halt vehicles at ground checkpoints, and disable boat engines. The United States has supplied units to Ukraine, where they are being used successfully to neutralise Russian drone attacks. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/epirus-leonidas-asi-bateria-antiaerea-desactiva-enjambres-drones-putin-lanza-asolar-ucrania_5732188_0.html

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Teba remembers its ‘Malaga Braveheart’ with the Scottish Douglas Days:
August 21 – 24, with a program full of cultural and recreational activities, a medieval market, as well as a historical reenactment through the streets of Teba and La Estrella Castle, the main setting for the story of Malaga’s Braveheart as he passed through the municipality.
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Flamenco Show featuring Farruquito: Sat, 23 Aug, 10pm
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– Thursday, 28 Aug, 9:30pm. The Hungarian. Sonia María Priego Bárbara, artistically known as La Húngara, is one of the most charismatic and beloved voices of flamenco and pop-flamenco in Spain. Info & tix: https://entradium.com/es/events/la-hungara-en-concierto

– Friday, 29 Aug, 9:30pm. Cradle Flamingo. Juana Carmona Heredia, Juan El Coquillo, Nono Heredia and Curro Heredia give us the soul in “Flamenco de Cuna”, a show that shows that the duende has no age. Info & tix: https://entradium.com/es/events/flamenco-de-cuna

– Sat, 30 Aug, 9:30pm. Cherimoya Sound Closing Party – Free: Featuring Doble King, Tony Martín, Los Gintonic, MVP Boyi, DJ Roberto García. Info: https:agendaculturalalmuecar.com

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Flamenco Concert with Lombo: Sun 24 Aug, 10pm. La Caña Flamenca, La Herradura. Castillo de La Herradura. Info & tix: https://www.redentradas.com/?entradas=manuel-lombo-una-voz-y-un-piano&provincia=granada&cpro=18&eid=3339

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The Government will declare catastrophic zone the areas affected by fires: {Translation}
– The Prime Minister has announced that next Tuesday the Council of Ministers will declare a state of disaster for the regions most affected by the devastating wave of forest fires currently ravaging northwestern Spain, with particular failure in the provinces of Orense, Zamora, León, and the community of Extremadura. From the command post in Jarilla (Cáceres), where the response in this region is being coordinated, Pedro Sánchez stressed that in a crisis of this nature, “institutional loyalty, a willingness to collaborate and regional and international solidarity are essential.”
– Accompanied by the president of the Regional Government of Extremadura, María Guardiola, the head of the executive announced that he is preparing aid for the fires once the “economic impact” of the crisis and the state resources that will accompany “the task of reconstruction” have been quantified.
– Sánchez also took advantage of his appearance to defend the need for a state pact to mitigate the effects of climate change, as he has put on the table and which the PP has dismissed as a “smokescreen.” “Science and common sense tell us that the climate is changing, that the climate emergency is changing and that it is having an increasing impact,” he argued. “There is only one valid response: institutional unity.” Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/gobierno-declarara-zona-catastrofica-areas-afectadas-incendios-20250819133138-ntrc_amp.html

By the way, they are going to wait a week before declaring the emergency mentioned in the previous article! – The Council of Ministers will recognize the emergency in areas with fires and there will be help for reconstruction, but not until after August 26!: {Translation}
– The president of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, announced on Tuesday that within a week, on August 26, the Council of Ministers will proceed to the declaration of areas affected by an emergency of civil protection to the areas that are suffering forest fires and has committed to collaborate from the Executive to the reconstruction of them.
– This has been said in statements to the media in the farm (Cáceres) after the visit he has made to the advanced command post of Jarilla, accompanied by the president of Extremadura, the ‘popular’ María Guardiola; Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska, and the Government delegate in the community, José Luis Quintana.
– This official statement of “areas affected by an emergency of civil protection,” said Sánchez, implies the “commitment” of the government to also face the task of reconstruction, once “the economic impact is extinguished and known in each and every one of the pockets of the neighbors of the affected municipalities.” In this context, the chief of the Executive has stressed that this reconstruction work will also “logically” resources of the General State Administration. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-consejo-ministros-reconocera-emergencia-zonas-incendios-habra-ayudas-reconstruccion-20250819133428.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Around 400 people over the age of 100 live in Malaga, most of them women: {Translation, summary}
– There are 378 people aged 100 or over living in the province of Malaga. Of these, the majority, 289, are women, compared to 89 men. This means that 75%, or three out of every four centenarians, are women. The situation on the Costa del Sol is not very different—although there are some differences—from that in Spain as a whole. In total, as of July 1, 2025, according to figures from the latest Continuous Population Survey published by the National Statistics Institute (INE) a few days ago, there were 19,190 people aged 100 or over living in the country, of whom 15,625 were women, i.e., just over 81%. And this is precisely what happens in Andalusia, with 1,574 women out of the 1,940 individuals aged 100 or over residing in the region, meaning that women also represent just over 80% of the longest-lived people in the community.
– So what happens in the province is somewhat—albeit very slightly—different from what happens in Spain and Andalusia as a whole, because in Malaga, centenarians account for a slightly lower percentage of the total number of people over 100 years old (81% nationally and regionally, compared to 75% provincially). In any case, all the figures show that women live longer than men in all regions. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/malaga-viven-cerca-400-personas-cien-anos-20250818002014-nt_amp.html

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The Provincial Council promotes forest cleaning to prevent fires and expands the use of forest biomass with an investment of almost €16 million: {Translation, summary}
– The Provincial Council of Malaga is firmly committed to the use of biomass as an energy source, which also serves to clean up mountains and forest areas, thus contributing to fire prevention. The investments that have already been made and those planned for this year amount to almost €16 million, both in the installation of boilers and biomass and heating networks and in the construction of a centre for the storage of plant waste in Yunquera and Algatocín. The actions have been carried out and are being implemented in the nine municipalities of the Sierra de las Nieves and will be extended to a dozen towns in the Serranía de Ronda, in the Genal and Guadiaro valleys.
– The president of the Malaga Provincial Council, Francisco Salado, explained that the serious forest fires that Spain is suffering this summer highlight the importance of cleaning and silvicultural (science of forest management) treatments in mountains and forests so that the risks or effects of fire can be reduced. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-diputacion-fomenta-la-limpieza-de-los-montes-para-evitar-incendios-y-extiende-el-aprovechamiento-de-la-biomasa-forestal-con-una-inversion-de-casi-16-millones-de-euros/

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Focus on security guarantees as Ukraine summit leaves path to peace unclear:
– Ukraine and its European allies have been buoyed by Donald Trump’s promise of security guarantees for Kyiv to help end the war in Ukraine but face many unanswered questions, including how willing Russia will be to play ball.
– Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hailed Monday’s extraordinary summit at the White House with the U.S. president as a “major step forward” towards ending Europe’s deadliest conflict in 80 years and towards setting up a trilateral meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin and Trump in the coming weeks.
– But beyond the optics, the path to peace remains deeply uncertain and Zelenskiy may be forced to make painful compromises to end the war. While the Washington talks allowed for a temporary sense of relief in Kyiv, there was no let-up in the fighting. Russia launched 270 drones and 10 missiles in an overnight attack on Ukraine, the Ukrainian air force said, the largest this month. The energy ministry said Russia had targeted energy facilities in the central Poltava region, home to Ukraine’s only oil refinery, causing big fires. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/focus-security-guarantees-ukraine-summit-leaves-path-peace-unclear-2025-08-19/

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Zelenski offers Trump deal to buy weapons for 77,000 million euros (EU funds, of course) in exchange for security guarantees: {Translation}
– The president of Ukraine, Volodimir Zelenski, has confirmed that he has proposed this Monday to his American counterpart, Donald Trump, the purchase of 90,000 million dollars (just over 77,200 million euros) in weapons of the American country through the financing of European allies, in exchange for Washington’s security guarantees.
– This has been said in a press conference in which it has influenced that the proposal remains low discussion and that no agreement has been reached, although it could be formalized in next week or ten days, according to the American television network CNN. Kyiv’s approach also includes the manufacture of drones, for which he also hopes to reach an agreement with Washington.
– For his part, President Trump explained that security guarantees to Ukraine are still negotiating with NATO allies, but that Washington “will be involved” in the process. “We are going to discuss it today, but we will give you very good protection and security,” he argued.
– Trump announced last month the sending of Patriot Antialea Defense systems to Ukraine, ensuring that it will be the European Union who will pay for them through NATO, who has assumed the coordination of the armament supply to Kyiv.
– {Editor’s Note: EU pop. = 450.4 million. €77,000,000,000 / 450,400,000 = €170.96 per person of our money will go to US for weapons sent to Ukraine. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-zelenski-ofrece-trump-comprar-armas-77000-millones-euros-cambio-garantias-seguridad-20250819055033.html

HEALTH

SAS calls for blood donors to increase the reserve of Andalucian hospitals, which they have for “less than four days”: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalucian Health Service (SAS), under the Ministry of Health and Consumption of the Junta de Andalucía, has reiterated its call for blood donations since reserves in Andalucian hospitals are “less than four days, when the ideal is seven.” “They are 50%” of their capacity, they alert from the SAS.”
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TECH

EU Apple Users Have Trump To Thank For Preserving Their Privacy- Gabbard says UK scraps demand for Apple to give backdoor access to data:
– Britain abandoned its demand that Apple provide so-called backdoor access to any encrypted user data stored in the cloud, U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said Monday. Gabbard indicated London and Washington had resolved their high-stakes dispute over electronic privacy, writing on X that she and President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance spent the “past few months” working with the U.K. government. “As a result, the UK agreed to drop its mandate for Apple to provide a ‘back door’ that would have enabled access to the protected encrypted data of American citizens and encroached on our civil liberties,” she said.
– The dispute surfaced at the start of the year with a news report that British security officials had issued the U.S. tech giant with a secret order requiring the creation of backdoor access to view fully encrypted material. Apple challenged the order, which raised fears of electronic spying by national security officials. The British government reportedly served Apple with what is known as a “technical capability notice” ordering it to provide the access under a sweeping law called the Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, which has been dubbed the snoopers’ charter.
– The U.K. Home Office did not respond directly to Gabbard’s statement, saying it “does not comment on operational matters, including confirming or denying the existence of such notices.” Full article: https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/apple-tulsi-gabbard-washington-director-of-national-intelligence-home-office-b2810240.html

RELIGION

Christian Revival- Belief in God Triples Among 18-24 Year Old Britons:
– Christianity is experiencing a revival among young people in Britain, with the number of 18-24 year olds believing in God increasing by nearly 200 per cent since 2021. After decades of Christianity declining in Britain — falling to such an extent that the 2021 census found that Christians had become a minority in England and Wales amid the rise of atheism and Islam — there appears to be an indication of a trend reversal and possible revival of the faith in the United Kingdom.
– According to YouGov’s tracker of religious belief, conducted twice per year, the number of 18 to 24-year-olds professing belief in God rose from 16 per cent in August of 2021 to 45 per cent as of January of this year, representing a 181 per cent increase in just three and a half years, GB News reported. A smaller, but still significant, increase was also registered among those aged between 25 and 49 years old, with the tracker recording a jump from 21 per cent in 2021 to 33 per cent in 2025. This has coincided with a 56 per cent rise in those who attend church at least once a month between 2018 and 2024, with the number of regular churchgoers increasing from 3.7 million to 5.8 million. Full article: https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/08/19/christian-revival-belief-in-god-triples-among-18-24-year-old-britons/

SPORTS

Football News- The Return of the Vélez-Málaga vs Torre del Mar Derby for the City of Vélez-Málaga Trophy on Friday, August 29: {Translation, summary}
– The Councillor for Sports of Vélez-Málaga Town Hall, Manuel Gutiérrez, has appeared to present “one of the most popular and renowned football events in the Axarquía region.” The Vivar Téllez stadium will host, on Friday the 29th of August from 8.30 p.m., the prestigious Ciudad de Vélez-Málaga Football Trophy, which will see A. S. Vélez F. C. face Unión Deportiva Torre del Mar. This local football match, forming part of a league that is now celebrating its 51st edition, more than half a century during which it has brought together clubs from across the whole of Andalusia.
– The Ciudad de Vélez-Málaga Trophy has been, for more than 50 years, “a footballing standard for the city,” in which clubs from all over Andalusia have taken part, so that “with the revival of this initiative, we are restoring a match that, I am convinced, will draw fans in large numbers to support our athletes.”
– Next Friday, the 29th of August, from 8.30 p.m., “there will be a true clash of titans between two distinguished teams of our locality, who will face each other at the Vivar Téllez to honour the prolific and notable history of the Ciudad de Vélez-Málaga Trophy, a treasure of our land.”
– Their only previous match, August 11, 2021, was a pre-season friendly that ended in a 1-1 draw.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-concejalia-de-deportes-recupera-para-el-proximo-viernes-29-de-agosto-el-trofeo-ciudad-de-velez-malaga/

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He was late to respond to the DANA, the blackout and now the wildfires- The PP considers Sanchez’s climate pact a “smokescreen” and demands “extraordinary” means: {Translation, summary}
– The Popular Party criticises Pedro Sánchez for delaying promised resources amid widespread fires, dismissing his proposed State pact on the climate emergency as a distraction. Parliamentary spokesperson Ester Muñoz {pic} condemned the Government’s lack of coordination and contradictory statements by ministers, stressing the need for increased military involvement as UME forces (military firefighting crews) are fully deployed.
– She reproached Sánchez for not cutting short his holiday during the crisis and accused political opponents of exploiting the situation. Muñoz highlighted that 90% of fires result from human action, with simultaneous outbreaks and adverse weather complicating firefighting, worsened by rural abandonment. She reproached the central Government for focusing on blaming the Popular Party rather than providing aid and demanded an end to political opportunism. Muñoz asserted that an effective General State Budget would be the best State pact to properly address these emergencies.
– Asked about the political confrontation over responsibility for fire fighting between autonomous and state competencies, Muñoz reproached the central Government for focusing on blaming the PP without doing anything to help Spaniards. “I understand why people are fed up,” she criticised, “There is no tragedy in which the Government does not resort to political opportunism,” she said. “State pacts do not extinguish flames,” she emphasised. “What he intends is to politicise, confront and clash to talk about this instead of discussing more resources,” she criticised, recalling that we are facing an exceptional situation requiring greater military intervention. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/politica/2025-08-18/el-pp-considera-el-pacto-por-el-clima-una-cortina-de-humo-y-exige-medios-extraordinarios-a-sanchez-7286794/

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Sánchez burns the truth- fires are not caused by climate change as he claims, but by forest neglect: {Translation}
– The President, Pedro Sánchez, repeated the term “climate emergency” up to ten times to blame climate change for the wildfires, while science and official data point to forest abandonment, biomass accumulation, and poor management as the true causes.
– During his visit to the Firefighting Operations Coordination Centre in Orense {pic}, Sánchez asserted that “the climate emergency ravages the world,” becoming increasingly severe, rapid, and frequent, particularly in places like the Iberian Peninsula. In just five minutes, he mentioned climate change as the cause of the fires nearly a dozen times. However, technical data and experts’ reports contradict this narrative, which sounds more like propaganda than science, despite his repeated claims.
– This political narrative conflicts with evidence. Sánchez recalled that the government declared a nationwide climate emergency in 2018 and now promises a “grand State pact” to mitigate and adapt to the climate emergency. Yet geologists Enrique Ortega Gironés and José Antonio Sáenz de Santa María Benedet, with over forty years’ experience, argue that fires are due to poor land management, not climate.
– The uncomfortable reality for the government is that 95% of fires in Spain result from human causes, neglect, carelessness, or intent, while only 5% have natural causes like lightning. There is no clear correlation between rising temperatures and fire frequency, but there is with rural depopulation, extensive livestock abandonment, and vegetation fuel build-up. Forests, abandoned and unmaintained, accumulate up to 40 tonnes of biomass per hectare in some areas, creating a powder keg. While this does not cause more fires, it results in more intense blazes in an increasingly dense, fuel-laden landscape. Economically, as Castilla-La Mancha’s Sustainable Development Minister Mercedes Gómez remarked, extinguishing one hectare costs 20,000 euros, money spent on suppression rather than prevention.
– If Sánchez heeded the scientists he cites, resources would be better used for forest management, generating rural jobs and reducing fire risk before ignition occurs. The government’s selective use of data disregards history. In 2022, Spain faced a severe fire season blamed on “evil climate change.” Yet geologists showed that during the last third of the previous century, before global warming was prominent, fires were more numerous and severe. In the 1980s and 1990s, over 25,000 fires occurred annually, compared to 9,000 to 10,000 now. In 1994, an early heatwave burned 335,000 hectares, much more than recent summers.
– Official statistics confirm that 2025 fires are not unusual, despite propaganda framing them as evidence of climatic apocalypse. The historical record shows no sustained fire increase attributable to climate.
– When Sánchez says “we must anticipate a better response to the worsening and acceleration of the climate emergency,” he conceals the real acceleration: forest abandonment. Rural depopulation has left forests unpastured, unmanaged, and with undergrowth unchecked. As Dr Antonio Pulido notes, forests were easier to protect when fragmented; now they have spread over abandoned fields becoming vast continuous thickets.
– Geologists Ortega Gironés and Sáenz de Santa María already warned in 2022 that poorly conceived and executed forestry policies have led to the current crisis, hiding political incapacity behind the climate excuse.
– The government, more accurately Sánchez, promises climate pacts but avoids essential, uncomfortable measures experts have long demanded: promoting extensive livestock grazing as natural firebreaks; encouraging sustainable forestry and wood use; reducing bureaucratic barriers to preventive actions in parks and protected areas; and redirecting firefighting funds towards rural employment and prevention.
– As Dr Pulido reminds, “there is no effective forestry policy without persistence,” meaning prevention requires constant planning and continuity, not transient fixes or grand paper pacts. Instead, the official discourse repeats that “the climate emergency ravages the world,” as if mere repetition could obscure the smoke suffocating Galicia, Castilla y León, and Orense. These summer fires do not prove a climate emergency but rather the failure of forestry policy that has abandoned the forests.
– Sánchez prefers to frame the debate on climate alone because it is easier to blame a global phenomenon than assume responsibility. But the facts are clear: it is not the climate burning, it is political neglect. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/opinion/2025-08-18/ana-hernandez-sanchez-quema-la-verdad-los-incendios-no-los-provoca-el-clima-sino-la-dejadez-forestal-7286744/

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TORROX

The City Council of Torrox completes the installation of the grass in the sports venue of Santa Rosa: {Translation, summary}
– The Torrox City Council has already completed the work of artificial grass installation within the first phase of the works of the Sports complex which is built on the grounds of the Cortijo Sevilla, in the urbanisation Santa Rosa. The venue is expected to open its doors in September, for the start of the new sports season of the El Morche Recreational Club. The works, with an investment of 5.5 million euros in this first phase, include the construction of the new ‘Antonio González’ football field, which will replace the current pitch where Club Recreativo El Morche plays its matches.
– The playing field sits directly above the hundred underground parking spaces that have been built in the new Santa Rosa sports complex, in addition to the other facilities included in this first phase, as Eugenio Cabezas recalls in Diario SUR. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento-de-torrox-completa-la-instalacion-del-cesped-en-el-recinto-deportivo-de-santa-rosa/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Four arrested in Rincón de la Victoria for several violent robberies: {Translation}
– The Civil Guard, in Operation Alcamsol, has arrested four people for the crimes of burglary, theft of mopeds, and counterfeiting currency in the town of Rincón de la Victoria.
The investigation began at the end of May following an operation by the Rincón de la Victoria Local Police, in which a vehicle was seized and various materials were apprehended, such as wiring of different thicknesses and lengths, as well as valuable tools.
– Following this intervention, the Civil Guard launched an investigation to clarify the facts, confirming that a robbery had taken place that same night at the municipal warehouse of the Rincón de la Victoria Town Council’s operational services, with the stolen items matching the materials being transported in this vehicle. After the investigations carried out, and with the collaboration of the Local Police of Rincón de la Victoria, four individuals were identified as the alleged perpetrators of the crimes. The officers also detected that these same individuals were involved in several crimes that had occurred in the municipality and in the city of Málaga.
– Among other crimes, these individuals had put counterfeit banknotes into circulation through cash payments to fast food delivery drivers. These incidents were reported by the employees of the delivery companies who received the counterfeit banknotes. In addition, two of them have also been accused of stealing three mopeds, which have been recovered and returned to their rightful owners.
– As a result, last June, these four individuals were located and arrested for the crimes of robbery, moped theft, and counterfeiting, and were brought before the judicial authorities. This operation was carried out by officers from the Rincón de la Victoria Civil Guard Headquarters with the collaboration of the local police. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/detenidas-4-personas-por-la-comision-de-varios-delitos-en-rincon-de-la-victoria/

MOTRIL

What is a thermal blowout, the strange phenomenon that took place this Sunday in Motril?: {Translation}
– What seemed a calm summer afternoon on the beaches of Motril, Salobreña, Carchuna and Torrenueva in Granada turned into an episode of unexpected meteorological risk. At 19:50, a thermal burst caused a sudden rise in temperature to 40.1 ºC and wind gusts reaching 86.8 km/h, according to official records.
– The phenomenon surprised bathers and lifeguards, causing the uncontrolled flight of umbrellas, inflatables and paddleboards, and necessitating the immediate evacuation of the beaches. The Civil Guard rescued three people in the sea, while two young men had to be assisted by a motorboat after experiencing difficulties in navigation. Furthermore, a waterspout formed off Torrenueva, which prompted the activation of an emergency operation involving Maritime Rescue, lifeguards and security forces.
– Shortly before 19:20, the sky over the Costa Tropical began to darken and the atmosphere became increasingly hot and stifling. The Andalusian Emergencies Coordination Centre 112 received a report at 19:45 from the Torrenueva Costa beach service alerting of “two tornadoes and a waterspout” and subsequently more than twenty fires were reported.
– What is a thermal burst? The phenomenon that struck the Costa Tropical was a thermal burst, also called a warm burst, a type of descending air gust that originates in storm clouds such as cumulus or cumulonimbus. It occurs when a current of air descends through a very dry and warm layer, evaporating moisture and heating by adiabatic compression until it reaches the ground as a sudden, dry and extremely warm gust. The process follows several phases: it begins in the decaying storm cloud, the air descends and cools, compresses and finally bursts at the surface, spreading forcefully in all directions. However, there are two types: the dry burst, when precipitation evaporates before touching the ground, and the wet burst, when rain arrives accompanying the gust of air. Although it usually lasts between five and thirty minutes, its intensity can be very high; when its horizontal extension is less than four kilometres, it is called a microburst.
– Differences from a tornado explained. Although the effects may resemble those of a tornado, the phenomena are different. A thermal burst causes damage in a line or radially from the impact point, whereas a tornado leaves curved traces and a path of destruction due to its swirling flow. In Anglo-Saxon meteorology, there is a similar phenomenon known as a heat burst, which also combines intense wind and abrupt temperature rises in the final phases of nocturnal storms.
– The episode in Motril highlighted how sudden and dangerous these events can be. Although exceptional, the thermal burst is a documented phenomenon in various parts of the world, characterised by its intensity and the difficulty of anticipating it. Within minutes, what seemed a normal summer afternoon transformed into an emergency scene that left bathers and locals with a scare difficult to forget.
Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/servicios/eltiempo/2025-08-18/que-es-un-reventon-termico-el-extrano-fenomeno-que-tuvo-lugar-esta-semana-en-motril-7286678/ & X Link

GRANADA

Man arrested for arson of a church in Albuñol (Granada) – “If we hadn’t acted, the whole church would have burned down.”: {Translation, summary}
– On Sunday, the Civil Guard arrested a 21-year-old Moroccan man for starting a serious fire in the church of Santiago, in El Pozuelo, a district of the municipality of Albuñol (Granada). The attack was carried out at around 3:00 p.m. and caused significant material damage. The quick action of the neighbours, some of whom were injured, prevented the church from being reduced to ashes.
– A neighbour told the newspaper Ideal how those tragic minutes unfolded: “We kept hearing banging, so we called the Civil Guard. The door was blocked because the individual had destroyed the lock. We had to use everything we could find to break it down and get in, but it was impossible. Even more so with all the smoke coming out, because he had set it on fire.“ He added that, ”in the end, nine neighbours managed to open the church and the young man ran out into the street. He was arrested, and we proceeded to extinguish the flames with hoses from our own homes. If we hadn’t done so, the entire church would have burned down. Nothing would have been left.” Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/sucesos/2025-08-18/detenido-un-marroqui-por-quemar-una-iglesia-en-albunol-granada-si-no-llegamos-a-actuar-la-iglesia-arde-entera-7286691/

UK

‘Make Our Streets Safe Again!’ – Thousands Protest Migrant Hotels Across England as Movement Grows:
– Protests against migrant hotels continue across England as native Britons rage over the government putting local women and children at risk by placing unvetted young male asylum seekers in their midst.
– Multiple towns and cities in England saw locals pour out onto the streets again over the weekend, in a continuation of the protest movement that was sparked in June in the town of Epping in Essex after a hotel migrant from Ethiopia, Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, was accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl just days after arriving in Britain illegally by boat across the English Channel.
– Hundreds gathered outside the Bell Hotel on Sunday, which was used to house the Ethiopian migrant, among others. Essex Police said that the protest was held peacefully and did not result in any arrests.
– Hundreds more gathered on Sunday in the Norwich town of Bowthorpe outside of the Brook Hotel, again, in response to the government commandeering the facility to house supposed asylum seekers. As with other similar protests, the demonstration saw mothers and other women dressed in pink to highlight the threat that young military age male migrants being dumped into their communities pose to women and girls. According to the Norwich Evening News, participants carried placards reading “Starmer I am not far right! Just a concerned grandmother” and “make our streets safe again”.
– Meanwhile, in addition to organised street protests, others have been engaging in another form of civil disobedience, with natives hoisting British and English flags — which have become symbols, remarkably, of resistance within their own country — in their locales on street fixtures such as lamp posts. The trend appears to have begun in the multicultural city of Birmingham, where the left-wing Labour council has come under fire for taking down UK flags while refusing to remove Palestinian flags without police escort for fear of reprisals. Full article: https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/08/18/make-our-streets-safe-again-thousands-protest-migrant-hotels-across-england/

WORLD

Bolivia dumps the extreme left and will have an unprecedented second round between two right-wing candidates: {Translation, summary}
– Bolivia held a long-awaited election day on Sunday to elect Luis Arce’s successor as president of the country. The most notable news is the enormous failure of the Movement to Socialism, the MAS of the former president Evo Morales, and the confirmation that there will be a second round for the first time in the highland country between two right-wing candidates far from the trends of the last two decades with an extreme left that has left Bolivia in a very serious social and economic crisis. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/internacional/latinoamerica/2025-08-18/bolivia-se-libra-de-la-izquierda-extrema-y-tendra-una-inedita-segunda-vuelta-7286663/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Sinner retires at 5-0 down in first set, Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open:
– The world No 1 Sinner was seen telling the umpire: “I feel like I can collapse at any moment” as he retired.
– The Spaniard got his revenge for the the Wimbledon final, with the world No 1 unable to complete the clash.
– The Cincinnati Open final has come to a disappointing end, as reigning champion Jannik Sinner was forced to retire just 23 minutes into his highly-anticipated meeting with Carlos Alcaraz. The world No. 1 looked out of sorts from the word go – he was broken to love in the first game, and things went from bad to worse.
– Sinner sprayed errors across the court and walked gingerly in between points. He was broken for the third time to go 5-0 down and called the trainer to the court. After having a chat with them, Sinner apologised and said he could not continue. The Italian looked devastated as he buried his head in his hands, while the umpire announced that he had retired due to “illness”. Full article: https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/2097018/Jannik-Sinner-Carlos-Alcaraz-Cincinnati-Open-retirement

FINANCIAL

The reality that Sánchez will deny- bankruptcies are up 6.7%: {Translation, summary}
– Sánchez’s economic rocket has long been showing signs of significant structural problems. One of these indicators is the number of business bankruptcies and insolvency proceedings, which have risen sharply so far this year. This is according to the latest report by Informa D&B on insolvency proceedings and dissolutions, which shows that up to July, insolvency proceedings had increased by 6.7% compared to the same period last year. Is it coincidence that the number of multiple job-holding individuals has grown by almost 50% since 2020?
– The report shows that “during the first seven months, there was an increase in the number of insolvencies in most of the autonomous communities.” Specifically, Catalonia and the Balearic Islands stand out, with increases of 92% and 34%, respectively, during this period. On the other hand, it also notes that “bankruptcies are increasing in most sectors.” In this regard, the main increases occurred in the construction and real estate sector, with a 59% increase, and in industry, where they grew by 48%.
– {Editor’s Note: The above article forgot about Andalucia! Here is some related info to fill in the blanks. The total number of insolvency proceedings filed in the first quarter of 2025 in Spain amounted to 18,017. Catalonia was the autonomous community with the highest number of insolvency proceedings, with 4,493 proceedings. This was followed by Madrid with 3,116, Andalucia with 2,549 and the autonomous community of Valencia with 2,129 insolvency proceedings. Personal Insolvency proceedings amounted to 15,833, thus recording an increase of 44% compared to the same quarter in 2024. Catalonia tops the list with 3,656 private insolvencies filed, accounting for 23.09% of the total. It is followed by Madrid with 2,839, Andalusia with 2,338 and Valencia with 1,866. Ref: https://www.mmmm.es/en/blogs-lawyers/business-tax-spain/insolvency-proceedings-in-spain-continue-to-rise-according-to-the-report-by-the-spanish-judicial-council/ }
Source, Spanish: https://www.libremercado.com/2025-08-18/lu-la-realidad-de-las-empresas-que-sanchez-negara-aumentan-las-quiebras-un-6-7-por-ciento-7284142/

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– More than 100 suspected arsonists face justice after wave of summer wildfires in Spain
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/summer-fire-wave-brings-110-suspected-arsonists-20250818075625-nt.html
– Wildfire declared in Malaga: two helicopters mobilised after more than 100 emergency calls received
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/wildfire-declared-malaga-two-helicopters-moboilised-after-20250818202050-nt.html
– Videos capture the moment freak weather caused chaos on the beaches of Spain’s Costa Tropical forcing them to be evacuated
https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/costa-tropical/videos-capture-the-moment-freak-weather-caused-20250818185429-nt.html
– Spain burns for ninth consecutive day with more than 40 active forest fires, four dead and thousands evacuated from their homes
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/spain-faces-its-eighth-day-fires-firefighting-20250818075632-nt.html
– The extraordinary tale of Spain’s first female bullfighter, a nun from Malaga province
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/ronda/extraordinary-women-from-malaga-the-bullfighting-nun-20250818075544-nt.html

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Mezquitilla Fair 2025: Thurs-Sun, 21-24 Aug
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– Thursday 21st August
22:00–00:00 – Blue Hour at the fairground, discounts on all attractions.
22:00 – Flamenco dress parade and election of Miss and Mister Faralae (Promenade Pergola).
23:00 – Opening address by Francisco Pastor Ruiz, followed by Son del Puerto (Promenade Pergola).
– Friday 22nd August
11:00 – Children’s activities in Velero Street: bouncy castles, archery, workshops.
14:00 – Popular paella (€3).
16:30 – Bicycle races, balloon games, sack races, ribbon races on motorcycles.
21:00 – Show ‘Pinky Peke Clan’ and election of Queen, Ladies of Honour, Mister, Gentlemen, Miss and Mister Youth, and young gentlemen.
01:00 – Joke Show.
– Saturday 23rd August
12:00 – Day fair with DJ Worzel and Lugy.
20:00 – Tribute to senior citizens, election of Grandparents of the Year, snack, and performances by Macarena Soto and the Women’s Association Nuevo Horizonte del Litoral.
00:00 – Election of Miss Visitor, Miss Congeniality, and the Most Talkative Couple.
01:00 – Mecamela (tribute to Camela) concert at the official marquee (free entry).
– Sunday 24th August
Daytime – Mass and procession of Our Lady of Fatima with choir and band.
01:00 – Rockopop concert.
Afterwards – Grand firework display.
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– Friday 22nd August
10:00 – Traditional floral reveille and parade by the Municipal Band of Music of Periana.
12:00 – Workshops, games, and entertainment for children.
14:00 – Tasting of zoque and beer, offered by the Town Council of Periana. Music by the Charanga X.
19:00 – Ribbon race on the Paseo Bellavista, accompanied by the Municipal Band of Periana.
21:30 – Performance by the Dance Group of Abraham Ortiz in the official marquee.
23:00 – Performance by the Stylo Orchestra and the Dance Group of Abraham Ortiz.
00:00 – Fireworks in the school courtyard.
01:00 – Tribute concert to Manuel Carrasco, followed by DJs.
– Saturday 23rd August
13:00 – Performance by Rumbiki.
14:00 – Tasting of beer and cold meats, offered by the Town Council. Music by the Charanga X.
17:30 – Foam Party.
23:00 – Performance by the New Velada Orchestra.
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– Sunday 24th August
12:30 – Performance by the Panda de Verdiales San Isidro of Periana.
13:30 – Tasting of sangria, beer, and cold meats, offered by the Town Council. Music by the Charanga X.
19:00 – Seniors’ Party in the official marquee, with performances by Macarena Soto (copla) and the Rociero Choir Camino de Olivares of Periana. Selection of the Grandfather and Grandmother of the Fair 2025.
23:00 – Performance by the Stylo Orchestra in the municipal marquee.
01:00 – Performance by the group Alejados, followed by DJs.

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“And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the ~~666~~ Veri*Factu app…” Every Invoice Must Be Registered When Issued! Verifactu, the ‘fiscal big brother’ that will be mandatory for companies and the self-employed from 2026: {Translation}
– It is already popularly known as the ‘Big Brother tax system’, and it is not even fully operational yet. But everything that is known about Verifactu, the Spanish Tax Agency’s new system to combat tax fraud, points to exhaustive control of every transaction or invoice issued or received, which is unprecedented.
– According to the Tax Agency, the terms Veri*Factu or Verifactu regulation are colloquial ways of referring to the regulation that establishes the requirements that must be adopted by computer or electronic systems and programs that support the invoicing processes of entrepreneurs and professionals. In other words, an electronic invoicing system that has been created with the aim of digitizing and controlling the process of issuing invoices in real time. This system will also be mandatory throughout 2026 for all taxpayers who issue invoices, whether they are self-employed, SMEs, or large companies.
– Verifactu aims to control the invoice issuance process in real time. Business owners are therefore required to register their invoices and send them automatically to the Tax Agency as soon as they are issued. Hence the term “exhaustive control.” The Tax Agency wants all transactions to be perfectly identified, thus generating a container of invoices where it can consult those of each business at any time and detect any anomalies almost instantly.
– Each invoice issued will provide data such as the date, the identification of the issuer and the recipient, the description of the services, and the tax base and tax rate. For the Treasury, this system will allow greater control over invoicing, reduce tax fraud, and save business owners time.
– The implementation of Verifactu is expected to mark a radical turning point in tax management in Spain, with the adaptation process starting next year. The new system will require computer or mobile devices capable of running these new apps, so your devices will have to comply with Verifactu specifications. In addition, the Treasury will provide a free application for SMEs and the self-employed.
– {You can assume there will be data breaches, and much of this data will sold off, allowing data brokers and their clients access to the exposed data. Another huge blow to confidentiality and privacy. This is another reason not to allow them to take away cash money. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/economia/fiscalidad/verifactu-gran-hermano-fiscal-obligatorio-empresas-autonomos-20250813001904-nt.html
Official Spanish Tax Agency info page for this topic, in English: https://sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es/Sede/en_gb/iva/sistemas-informaticos-facturacion-verifactu/preguntas-frecuentes/sistemas-verifactu.html

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North begins to cool, South remains on heat alert: {Translation, summary}
– The entry of an Atlantic air will begin this Monday, August 18, the end of the Heat wave in Spain, with a “remarkable” drop in temperatures in the northwestern half of the peninsula.
– However, temps will retain “Significantly High” values in the southeastern half, as well as in areas of the Balearic and Canary Islands, even 40 degrees in the Guadalquivir and depressions in the southeast.
– The high temperatures will trigger alerts in 17 provinces. Specifically, Murcia and Alicante will be at red level. Meanwhile, the orange warnings will be registered in Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and Seville (Andalusia); Huesca (Aragon); Mallorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Mallorca (Balearic Islands); Albacete; and Lleida (Catalonia). Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/acerca-ola-calor-proximas-horas-son-zonas-seguiran-alerta-altas-temperaturas_6236834_0.html

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Highest temperature in Spain during the heatwave this weekend: {Translation, summary}
– The municipality of Montoro (Córdoba) recorded the highest temperature in Spain on Saturday, reaching 44.7ºC, in the context of a new heatwave that has been affecting much of Spain since August 3. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), the temperature of 44.7ºC was recorded in the aforementioned municipality at 6:00 p.m.
– In addition, five other locations in Andalusia are among the ten hottest places in Spain this Saturday.
– The Seville province of Fuentes de Andalucía reached 44.4ºC at 4:20 p.m., ranking third nationally, a high that was almost reached by the Seville municipality of Carmona, which recorded 44.2ºC at 5:10 p.m.
– Returning to the province of Córdoba, La Rambla reached 44°C at 5:00 p.m. Meanwhile, the Córdoba Airport station recorded 43.9°C at 5:50 p.m. The last of the Andalucian towns among the ten with the highest temperatures in Spain was Fuente Palmera, where the thermometer read 43.8°C at 6:10 p.m. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/cordoba/lugar-espana-registrado-mayor-temperatura-ola-calor-semana_6236774_0.html

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The PP of Malaga calls it “ridiculous” that the Sánchez administration has executed this year only 5.3% of the national housing budget. Nevertheless, Sánchez makes baseless claims of great progress on housing in recent speeches: {Translation, summary}
– The spokesperson for the PP in Malaga, Elisa Pérez de Siles {pic}, has described the execution of the budget of Pedro Sánchez’s Ministry of Housing as “ridiculous.” According to data from the General State Comptroller’s Office, it was the department with the lowest level of execution of all those that make up the Executive in 2024, at 32%. a fact that, in her opinion, is being repeated this year, with a “derisory” 5.3% executed up to June. This was reported by the Popular Party in a statement, in which the spokesperson said that, in Andalucia, also in terms of housing, “Sánchez has a zero record despite it being the biggest concern for Spaniards at the moment.”
– “All the Sánchez government does is sell smoke and mirrors and not invest or build,” Pérez said, urging the implementation of “effective and real” measures, as the Andalusian Regional Government and the municipalities of the province of Malaga are doing to increase the public housing stock. “Sánchez and Montero have to react once and for all and follow the example of the administrations governed by the PP, which are working on issues that affect citizens with facts and not with lies and smoke, as the Prime Minister is doing, who has promised thousands of homes and has not built any,” she said. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-pp-malaga-tacha-ridiculo-gobierno-haya-ejecutado-ano-solo-53-presupuesto-vivienda-20250817165031.html

ANDALUCÍA

The outlook for fires in Andalucía over the next few days is “very serious”: {Translation, summary}
– Andalucia faces extreme wildfire risk, with its risk index map mostly red except for the far east, which is orange. Counsellor Antonio Sanz of the Andalucian Emergencies Agency closely monitors daily fires, averaging 20, mostly contained flare-ups.
– The reasons for the extreme danger this summer lie in a very extensive heatwave, even this Sunday, the Seville countryside will suffer temperatures of 44C, the existence of a lot of seasonal vegetation due to heavy rains this winter, and the coincidence with Levante winds that cause extreme dryness. Under these conditions, any spark can turn into a major fire, the kind that burns more than 500 hectares.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/perspectivas-incendios-andalucia-proximos-dias_0_2004578628.html & Video Link 1 & Video Link 2

NERJA

The Nerja City Council creates a Working Group to address the situation of the Burriana shipyard and fishermen’s hut: {Translation}
– The Corporation’s Plenary Session has approved, on an institutional basis, the creation of a Working Group whose purpose will be to draw up a consensus proposal to be presented to the Regional Delegation of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Sustainable Development of the Andalusian Regional Government in Malaga with the aim of obtaining the relevant authorization for fishermen with boats currently stranded on the sand of Burriana beach to make regulated use of the space.
– This group will be made up of the mayor, the councillors for Beaches, Agriculture and Fisheries, and Tourism, the spokespersons of the Municipal Groups represented in the Corporation, and a representation of the fishermen affected, appointed by the interested parties themselves.
– During her speech at the plenary session, the councillor for Beaches, María del Carmen López, explained that “this initiative aims to reach a consensus between municipal representatives and the fishermen’s collective in order to regularize the situation of the dry dock and fishermen’s hut on Burriana beach. At the same time, it seeks to guarantee respect for our traditions, recognizing the deep historical and emotional roots that the use of this space has for the people of the sea.” Photo: Expedia. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento-de-nerja-crea-un-grupo-de-trabajo-para-abordar-la-situacion-del-varadero-y-la-caseta-de-pescadores-de-burriana/

CANILLAS DE ACEITUNO

Jewels stolen from several statues in the church of Canillas de Aceituno: {Translation, summary}
– The looting of churches and their displays, unfortunately, continues to be a common practice. On this occasion, it happened in Canillas de Aceituno, at the church of Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Leo the Great. On the night of Thursday, August 14, several religious statues, which are the object of great popular devotion, were attacked in order to steal the jewels they wore. This was not the only image to suffer the consequences of the thieves’ unwanted visit.
– The Brotherhood of El Cautivo y Dolorosa Canillas de Aceituno has also informed us that various pieces of jewelry were stolen from other statues. “These pieces not only have economic value, but also immense sentimental, religious, and heritage value, as they are offerings, promises, and devotions from many of our brothers,” they emphasize in their statement. And, although the theft has been reported to the authorities, who are working on the case, they insist on the collaboration of citizens in case any neighbours have any information. “We are fully confident that justice will be done and that we will be able to recover what has been taken from us,” they conclude. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/roban-joyas-de-la-virgen-de-la-cabeza-en-canillas-de-aceituno/

MIDDLE EAST

Zamir says IDF approving plans for war’s next stage ahead of Gaza City offensive:
– During a visit to the Gaza Strip on Sunday morning, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the military will approve “the plan for the next stage of the war” later in the day, as Israel gears up to expand its ongoing offensive against Hamas by conquering Gaza City.
– His comments came after the security cabinet voted earlier this month to approve a military offensive in the northern Gaza Strip with the aim of defeating and capturing what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called “the last Hamas stronghold,” which is the Palestinian enclave’s largest city.
– As part of the plan to conquer Gaza City, the military is gearing up to “relocate” the city’s residents, which some estimates put at over one million, to refugee areas in southern Gaza. Full article: https://www.timesofisrael.com/zamir-says-idf-approving-plans-for-wars-next-stage-ahead-of-gaza-city-offensive/

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– ‘Bull’s balls’ reign supreme at Coín’s tomato festival
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/bulls-balls-reign-supreme-coins-tomato-festival-20250815192134-nt.html
– Arsonist behind six forest fires in Teba: former municipal plumber who ‘hates’ local government
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/antequera/the-perpetrator-six-forest-fires-teba-former-20250815084712-nt.html
– Rincón de la Victoria town hall to remove stray cats from residential areas around Calle Conchitina
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/rincon-victoria-town-hall-remove-cats-from-20250815112430-nt.html
– ‘Cooped up at home’ by an ‘out of control’ cat colony in Rincón de la Victoria
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/locked-up-their-homes-an-uncontrolled-colony-20250814095302-nt.html
– Eleven months, two ‘danas’ and one storm later, Almogía central streets reopen to traffic
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/eleven-months-two-droughts-and-squall-later-20250815085921-nt.html

HEALTH

Five health workers at the Regional Hospital of Malaga test positive for tuberculosis: {Translation, summary}
– The Regional University Hospital of Malaga has confirmed five positive results in tuberculosis screening tests among 45 professionals in the Intensive Care and Hemodynamics units. The study was activated after identifying a patient with tuberculosis who died after a week of hospitalization and who, during his care, was in close contact with staff in these areas.
– The centre emphasizes to EFE that these are preliminary results. In other words, a positive screening result does not necessarily mean that the person has the disease, but may reflect an old infection controlled by the immune system, the influence of the BCG vaccine, or cross-reactions with non-tuberculous mycobacteria. These cases remain under clinical monitoring and will undergo additional tests. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/malaga/cinco-sanitarios-hospital-regional-malaga-dan-positivos-tuberculosis-contacto-enfermo_6236578_0.html

TECH

Boiled Frogs- AI Slop, Phishing, Deep-Fakes, & Spam, Spam, Spam. The Internet needs a “do-over”:
– We’re frogs in a pot that’s being heated so gradually that we no longer notice the sewage is extinguishing the utility of the Web.
– Let’s take “Show me the incentives, and I’ll show you the outcome” and direct it on the Internet, the digital realm that is now central to modern life The incentives are making money from attention, i.e. clicks, engagement, etc. by any means available, and a burgeoning universe of cons, deception, extortion and fraud.
– And with those incentives, the outcome is an ever-expanding river of toxic sewage, a river of AI slop, deep-fakes, phishing, clickbait and spam, spam, spam on every device, every platform, every screen.
– This is not inconsequential. A physician-correspondent recently reported that he was researching a cardiovascular condition online and realized the article he was reviewing was AI slop, a conglomeration of inaccurate diagrams and plausible-sounding nonsense slapped together to get whatever meager income would be generated by a modest number of views.
– That’s the incentive the Big Tech platforms set up: since it’s a low-odds gamble that any post will go viral on a large enough scale to make serious income, the incentive is to post 1,000 AI slop posts which each collect 1,000 views. In other words, make it up on volume.
– Since the Internet is global, people in low-income nations have an incentive to generate AI slop to earn what is a pittance in developed nations. The barrier to entry is low, anyone can produce veritable mountains of AI slop with free tools and low-cost bandwidth, and the gains, however modest, are welcome if paid work is scarce.
– The same “make it up on volume” approach incentivizes churning out millions of phishing and spam SMS, emails and posts on every platform under the sun. If there’s only one sucker per 10,000 entreaties, then send out 10 million. Since views and engagement generate income, the more outrageous the clickbait, the better. And of course, the greater the volume of clickbait, the greater the income stream flowing to platforms hosting the clickbait. AI tools incentivize creating deep-fakes of celebrities’ voices and personas which can then be deployed to con older Internet users who are often credulous enough to believe that yes, Owen Wilson is talking to me, see, it’s him. Every legitimate institution is now a tripwire for phishing and spam. Your USPS package can’t be delivered, here’s your Social Security Statement, and so on.
– The burden of shadow work required to delete, unsubscribe and purge our lives of all this sewage is growing heavier by the day. This calls to mind the boiled-frog analogy: we’re frogs in a pot that’s being heated so gradually that we no longer notice the sewage is extinguishing the utility of the Web.
– And the reason is…drum roll…that’s how everyone makes money: views, engagement, scams, cons, fraud and above all, sheer volume. And who makes money from volume? The Big Tech platforms. So what if it’s misleading AI slop, deep-fake scams or clickbait, the more “engagement” we get, the more money we make.
– So where’s the incentive to staunch the flood of sewage? There isn’t one. If we want a different outcome, we have to change the incentives {…which would require ditching the entire rotten Internet business financing model now in use; a good thing to aspire to, but not going to happen in the short/middle term. While ‘alternate’ Internets are in development, they are suppressed and underfunded. Don’t expect to see Internet 2.0 anytime soon. -Ed.} Full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/ai/boiled-frogs-ai-slop-phishing-deep-fakes-spam-spam-spam

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– Feria y Fiestas de Benahavís, 14 to 17 August.
– Feria de Málaga, 16 to 23 August
– Real Feria de August de Antequera, 20 to 24 August
– Feria de Guaro, 28 to 31 August
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ANDALUCÍA

The Andalusian reservoirs chain 13 weeks of losses and are located at 55.21%, 12 points more than the average of the decade: {Translation, summary:
– Andalusian reservoirs have decreased to 55.21% of capacity after losing 202 cubic hectometres in a week, storing 11,385 hm3, marking thirteen consecutive weeks of decline. Despite this, current reserves exceed last year’s 38.9% and the decade average of 43.1%.
– All river basins in Andalusia remain above their ten-year averages. The Guadalquivir basin, the largest, accounts for most of the loss with a 99 hm3 decrease, now at 48.7%, but surpasses last year’s storage by 957 hm3. The Andalusian Mediterranean basin fell to 50.8%, losing nine hm3 but remains well above last year and decade averages. The Tinto, Odiel and Piedras basins in Huelva hold 180 hm3, slightly below last year’s volume but above the decade average. Guadalete-Barbate in Cádiz dropped to 46.6%, yet is 367 hm3 above last year’s level. The Guadiana reservoirs lost 162 hm3 but still exceed last year and decade figures.
– Overall, Spain’s water reserves stand at 63.9% capacity, 9.9 points higher than in 2024.
Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/andalucia/embalses-andaluces-encadenan-13-semanas-perdidas-situan-55-21-12-puntos-media-decada_1_12530496.html
Malaga reservoirs data image: https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/parte/diario/embalses

MALAGA PROVINCE

Getting a driver’s license in Malaga is becoming increasingly difficult- five fewer examiners and 15,000 applicants on the waiting list: {Translation}
– “We are worse than ever,” asserts Antonio Martín, president of the Provincial Association of Driving Schools of Málaga (Apae), referring to the shortage of Traffic examiners plaguing the province. This deficit, although longstanding in the sector, has worsened in recent months with five of these professionals moving to other offices through a transfer competition. “Five have gone, but to positions such as window administrators because there are no examiner posts; then we also have a long-term absence and only one has come to replace them all,” laments the Apae leader. As a result, the number of candidates who have passed the theory test and are awaiting their chance to take the practical exam has risen to nearly 15,000. This is 1,000 more than three months ago and 3,000 more than a year ago.
– The long waiting list to take this test is a constant that fluctuates depending on the time of year. The worst period, with the highest numbers, is occurring right now, during the summer months, alongside Christmas and Easter, when candidates, mostly young people, are not in school and enrol at driving schools to obtain their licences. However, what is happening now, though it has a structural background, is worsened by the fact that there have never been so few examiners actually working, barely 25 for the whole province. That is without counting those on holiday.
– “They have every right to be on holiday, but the students also have their right to be examined. The fault lies with the administration,” adds Martín, who insists they are “moving heaven and earth,” holding meetings with the Directorate General of Traffic (Dgt) and the National Confederation of Driving Schools (Cnae), “so that Madrid gives the go-ahead to increase the number of examiners.” At present, according to him, someone prepared to take the practical test has to wait “up to three months,” and the same applies if they fail and must wait their turn to retake it.
– It is also notable that the number of examiners in Málaga has remained fairly steady, close to 30, for a decade, during which the examination system has changed. “Previously, each examiner conducted 16 tests daily, whereas now they do 12 because they are longer,” resulting in a “29% loss in testing capacity.” Nevertheless, filling some positions or even restoring numbers to 30 to replace those transferred would still be “insufficient” due to the “constant population growth.” This shortage, Martín adds, is widespread throughout Spain, although he believes it is even more acute in Málaga, as fewer personnel arrive there compared to other provinces. “The department makes an effort to optimise, but where there is none, there is none. It cannot continue like this,” he warns.
– In fact, Apae says they do not understand why new examiner positions are not announced, since they consider it a “very profitable” role. “With more examiners, more fees would be paid, more cars bought, more insurance covered, more maintenance done in workshops… Wealth would be generated. Many people obtain their licences to get a job or aspire to a better one,” assures Martín, who estimates the monthly benefit for the administration per professional to be 3,000 euros, once the job-related costs have been paid.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/carne-conducir-malaga-vez-dificil_0_2004555628.html

MALAGA CITY

All the free concerts at the Auditorium during the Malaga Fair 2025- artists, dates, and times: {Translation, summary}
– Except for Monday the 18th, every other day will feature one or two concerts, mainly from local artists from Málaga, though some longstanding favourites from recent years of the Feria will also perform.
– Among nearly 200 musical and artistic free shows planned throughout Feria de Málaga 2025, there are twelve concerts at the Municipal Auditorium Cortijo de Torres, which opens its doors every night to concerts by well-established national acts such as Mojinos Escozíos, Camela and Chambao.
– It is noteworthy that on the first Saturday and Sunday, as well as Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, there will be displays of traditional Málaga and flamenco dances before the concerts at 9:30 p.m.
– Saturday 16th
9:30 p.m. – Málaga and flamenco dance showcase
10:00 p.m. – Señor Mirinda
Followed by Mojinos Escozíos
– Sunday 17th
9:30 p.m. – Málaga and flamenco dance showcase
10:00 p.m. – Aurora Guirado
Followed by Paco Candela
– Tuesday 19th
9:30 p.m. – Málaga and flamenco dance showcase
10:00 p.m. – Encarni Navarro
Followed by Camela
– Wednesday 20th
9:30 p.m. – Málaga and flamenco dance showcase
10:00 p.m. – Ginés González {Video Link 1}
Followed by Chambao
– Thursday 21st
9:30 p.m. – Málaga and flamenco dance showcase
10:00 p.m. – Hoffman
Followed by Entre Coplas y Suspiros: Joana Jiménez and Tamara Jerez {Video Link 2}
– Friday 22nd
10:30 p.m. – Toreros con Chanclas
– Saturday 23rd
10:30 p.m. – Merche
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/feria_de_malaga/conciertos-gratuitos-auditorio-feria-malaga-artistas-fechas-horarios_0_2004556977.html

NERJA

Firefighters rescue a cat trapped in a tree in Nerja: {Translation, summary}
– In Nerja, the Provincial Fire Brigade of Málaga rescued a stray cat trapped atop a palm tree on Puente del Miso street. Alerted by the local police, firefighters used an aerial ladder vehicle to reach and safely retrieve the frightened animal. Despite the rescue, the cat tried to escape afterwards and refused to be caught again, behaviour common with strays. The rescue demonstrates the firefighters’ role in helping animals in distress, responding promptly to such calls from authorities or residents. Source, Spanish, with video clip: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/bomberos-rescatan-gato-atrapado-arbol-nerja_0_2004559085.html

CÓMPETA

Half a century of history for one of Malaga’s most unique festivals- this Friday, Cómpeta’s Night of Wine: {Translation}
– Next Friday, 15th August, Cómpeta will celebrate a very special day with the Noche del Vino, one of the most emblematic festivals of the Axarquía region in Málaga, which this year reaches its 50th anniversary. Declared of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga, this celebration pays tribute to a centuries-old tradition in which the town bade farewell to the grape harvesters before they set off to the farms to pick the grapes. The event combines culture, music, gastronomy and, naturally, the unmistakable Moscatel wine of the locality.
– The programme will begin at 11 a.m. with the Solemn Mass in Honour of Our Lady of the Assumption, followed by a parade to the rhythm of the fandangos of Cómpeta. At 12 noon, the Plaza de la Vendimia will host one of the most symbolic moments: the traditional grape treading, which this year will feature Mrs Patricia Navarro Pérez and Mr Francisco Salado as Honorary Treaders.
– At midday, at 1 p.m., the Vendimiadores de Honor 2025 awards will be presented to Mrs Rosario Requena Cabra, Mr José Rojo López and Mr Samuel Rodríguez Navas. Then, at 2.30 p.m., gastronomy will take centre stage with a traditional lunch based on flour migas, salad, cod, local grapes and wine from Cómpeta. This moment will be accompanied by live music from the fandangos group of Cómpeta, the flamenco troupe of Daniel Romero, Miguel Botana and a session by DJs Les Castizos, who will fill the Plaza de la Vendimia with rhythm well into the afternoon.
– The night will move to Plaza Almijara, where at 10 p.m. the fandangos of Cómpeta will be heard once more. At 10.30 p.m., Leovigildo López López will deliver the official opening speech, during which the Silver Grapes 2025 awards will also be presented. The grand finale will begin at 11 p.m. with the Flamenco Night, gathering two top-tier artists on stage: Estrella Morente and Paco Candela. Alongside them, the flamenco troupe of Sandra Cisneros will bring the power and art of dance to close what promises to be a historic evening.
– The celebration will even have a special prelude: on Thursday, 14th August, Plaza Almijara will host the festival preview with a performance by the Musarmonía Dance Group and a meeting of Rociero choirs featuring groups from Málaga, Cajiz, Torrox and Cómpeta, in homage to local roots and traditions.
~Full programme of the Noche del Vino in Cómpeta~
11 a.m. – Solemn Mass in Honour of Our Lady of the Assumption at the Parish Church and parade with the Fandangos of Cómpeta.
12 noon – Traditional grape treading from the local fields with Mrs Patricia Navarro Pérez and Mr Francisco Salado as Honorary Treaders, accompanied by the fandangos of Cómpeta in the Plaza de la Vendimia.
1 p.m. – Presentation of the Vendimiadores de Honor 2025 awards to Mrs Rosario Requena Cabra, Mr José Rojo López and Mr Samuel Rodríguez Navas in the Plaza de la Vendimia.
2.30 p.m. – Traditional lunch of flour migas with salad, cod, local grapes and wine from Cómpeta in the Plaza de la Vendimia.
2.30 p.m. – Evening entertainment by the fandangos group of Cómpeta, the flamenco troupe of Daniel Romero, Miguel Botana and DJs Les Castizos in the Plaza de la Vendimia.
10 p.m. – Performance by the fandangos group of Cómpeta in Plaza Almijara.
10.30 p.m. – Opening speech by Mr Leovigildo López López and presentation of the Silver Grapes 2025 awards.
11 p.m. – Flamenco festival with Estrella Morente and Paco Candela singing, and the flamenco troupe of Sandra Cisneros dancing.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/fiestas-singulares-malaga-viernes-noche-vino-competa_0_2004548179.html

ALMUÑÉCAR

Two dead after collision between a car and a motorcycle in Almuñécar: {Translation, summary}
– Two people have lost their lives in a traffic accident that occurred early Wednesday morning on the N-340 highway, near the town of Almuñécar in Granada.
– The accident took place at kilometre 321 of the aforementioned road around midnight, when emergency services received the first calls alerting them to a head-on collision between a car and a motorcycle, indicating that the occupants of the motorcycle had been seriously injured.
Personnel from the 061 Health Emergency Centre were dispatched to the scene, mobilizing two medical teams and a mobile ICU, as well as the Traffic Civil Guard and road maintenance personnel.
– Sources from the police have confirmed the death of a 48-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman, the riders of the motorcycle, in the accident.
– The accident caused the road to be closed at that kilometre point, although the situation returned to normal once the damaged vehicles were removed. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/dos-fallecidos-tras-la-colision-entre-un-turismo-y-una-moto-en-almunecar/

ANTEQUERA

“They have metal in their eyes,” say the parents of the children affected by the attraction in Valle de Abdalajís: {Translation, summary}
– At least fifteen children suffered eye irritations, discomfort, and injuries after visiting the bumper car attraction at the Valle de Abdalajís fair. The injuries were caused by small metal particles or grease from the ride’s electrical roof system.
– One affected boy, Daniel, struggled to sleep due to eye pain. After medical examination, a particle was removed from his cornea, but the special eye drops prescribed for treatment were sold out at the local pharmacy because so many children required them. Other cases involved children with multiple metal particles lodged in their eyes, leading to ulcers and significant discomfort. Many were referred to a specialist hospital in Málaga for treatment.
– Families expressed great indignation that the attraction continued operating despite early reports of incidents, believing many injuries could have been avoided if it had been closed sooner. Though reporting the situation to authorities, no prompt closure occurred. The families seek solutions to prevent future harm without harming anyone’s livelihood. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/interior/metal-ojo-afirman-padres-menores-afectados-atraccion-20250812002545-nt_amp.html

BENAJARAFE

Vélez-Málaga town hall promises 1.2 million euros for improvements in Benajarafe after years of complaints:
– After years of complaints and protests from residents, Vélez-Málaga town hall on the eastern Costa del Sol has announced it will allocate more than 1.2 million euros to various improvements in several of the residential areas of the coastal village of Benajarafe. The town hall will undertake work on lighting, sanitation and asphalting in Las Biznagas, La Esperanza, Paraíso del Sol, Condemar and Avenida Andalucía.
– Mayor of Vélez-Málaga, Jesús Lupiáñez, accompanied by the councillor for Infrastructure, Jesús María Claros, held a meeting with residents of the La Sirena residential area to inform them of the start of work to modernise the electrical installation in the area, which is already being carried out by Endesa. This is a priority for residents, who had expressed in various meetings the urgent need for a definitive solution to the continuous power cuts they had been suffering. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/eastern-costa-sol-town-hall-promises-million-20250812100254-nt.html

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When will the UK heatwave end? Temperatures to soar again but thunderstorms forecast:
– Temperatures could reach as high as 34C in parts of the country Wednesday as the fourth heatwave of the summer continues, while thunderstorms are also set to hit the UK this week.
– An amber heat health alert remains in place for the West Midlands, East Midlands, South East, London, and East of England until 6pm on Wednesday, while much of the rest of England is already under yellow alerts. Now, a thunderstorm warning has also been issued by the Met Office.
– The yellow weather alert will be in place across most of Scotland and Northern Ireland from midnight until 10pm on Thursday, with the forecaster predicting “heavy showers and thunderstorms”.
– Forecasters expect cooler but still warm conditions on Thursday, and a return to very hot weather in the south and South East by Friday. Met Office meteorologist Greg Dewhurst told The Independent: “The heatwave is looking likely to last the rest of the week.” He added: “Beyond that, it should be a bit cooler.” Full article: https://www.independent.co.uk/weather/uk-weather-heatwave-met-office-forecast-temperature-thunderstorm-b2806681.html

GASTRONOMIA

The restaurant in Malaga that has around 400 different dishes and up to 32 different types of croquettes- “It has a range of prices to suit all budgets.”: {Translation}
– “The restaurant with the most dishes in Spain,” thus defines the fashionable duo in gastronomic recommendations on social media, Clara and Jose, known as @malagadictos. They speak of the restaurant Selvática, in Torremolinos, one of those establishments offering much more than a culinary experience, but a life experience. If you glance at the menu, there is no doubt it is one of the restaurants with the most options to choose from in all of Málaga, with offerings to suit all tastes: from the most traditional to the most exotic, including top-quality meats, fresh seafood, rice dishes, and a list of up to thirty-two different types of croquettes, yes, thirty-two.
– “At least four hundred, three hundred and something,” Selvática replies when asked about the number of dishes on their extensive menu, which is certainly not for the impatient or indecisive: there is everything, and it is hard to settle on any one option. Salads, tartares, croquettes, sushi, starters of all kinds, pasta, gourmet eggs, caviar, seafood, cuts of bluefin tuna, oven-cooked meats, fried dishes, skewers, and aged meats that you can see in the fridges inside the restaurant.
– Selvática offers a spacious dining room, with capacity for around 400 diners, ensuring a pleasant gastronomic experience, fun if you catch one of their shows. “Imagine if Tarzan opened a restaurant in the very jungle of Málaga, with hundreds of hams hanging, thousands of bottles throughout the restaurant from which these original cocktails come. Fresh fish and seafood of every kind,” note the content creators, who are always on the lookout for the best options in Málaga and its province, this time in Torremolinos.
– Special mention must go to their thirty-two types of croquettes, all distinct, from their father and their mother. Here they are: Minhota ox croquettes, seafood, oxtail – the first three are the chef’s recommendations – mushroom, cocido stew, pringá, ham, cider chistorra sausage, Ardales chorizo, matured beef skewer, Rubia Gallega, tuna and red peppers, aubergines with honey and goat cheese, goat cheese with vegetables, squid in its ink, black cod and shellfish, blue cheese with caramelised onion, Black Angus, octopus, carabinero prawn, prawns in pil pil sauce, salmon with gorgonzola, blood sausage, Galician lacón ham with a touch of smoked paprika from La Vera, crab meat (txangurro), chicken with curry, suckling pig with apple, enchilada, Bolognese, carbonara, foie gras with ham, and pork loin in lard.
– “And the speciality of the Selva, aging chambers full of matured meats with a great quantity and variety of different cuts,” they finally add about Selvática, noting that despite its lavish decoration, spectacle, and vast menu, it offers “a price range to suit all budgets, ideal whether you come with friends or on a more special date.” Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/restaurante-malaga-platos-distintos-croquetas-precio_0_2004552512.html

OTHER

“Pedro Sánchez, Son Of A B*tch”, The “Summer Song” That Sweeps Thru Spain: {Translation, summary}
– The angry crowds are no longer bothering with the “code” slur of “I like fruit” when Sanchez appears. This was used ironically or playfully alongside the slur “Pedro Sánchez, hijo de puta” with the rhyming “Me gusta la fruta”. Now they go straight to the naughty version.
– From the Velada del Año organised by the influencer Ibai Llanos to the latest gig of Juan Magán in Marbella last week, the chant against the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, calling him “hijo de puta” {“son of a bitch”} has spread to every corner of the country, showing the discontent, especially among the young, with the current course of the Government led by the socialist leader.
– One of the most notable incidents was that of the guitarist of the group Mägo de Oz, Víctor de Andrés, who, after hearing the audience shouting “Pedro Sánchez, son of a bitch!” took the microphone and said, “¡Sánchez, me cago en tus muertos!” {“Sánchez, I sh*t on your dead relatives!”}. He added, referring to the Koldo, Ábalos and Cerdán scandal: “Stop stealing from us, especially the cocaine and the whores.” Following this, the group was cancelled in a town governed by the PSOE.
– The chant first gained viral attention this summer, notably among Spaniards in Stuttgart before a Nations League football match against France and again before the final against Portugal. Sporting events such as an MMA event in Alicante and the influencer boxing event in the Velada de Ibai also saw the chant. More than 80,000 spectators at La Cartuja stadium echoed the call, reaching over nine million viewers online.
– The insult has spread to other venues including bullfights in Pontevedra, where a prominent bullfighter was injured. It has even interrupted live TV broadcasts.
– Attacks on Socialist headquarters are similarly growing. The “song of the summer” has also transformed into several attacks on Casas del Pueblo (political offices) which the socialists have scattered throughout Spain. One of the latest was the socialist headquarters in Vera (Almería), which was found on Monday morning with graffiti insulting such as “corrupt,” “prostitutes,” “cocaine addicts” or “traitors.” This vandalism, according to the PSOE, would be the 180th incident at socialist headquarters all over Spain in the last two years.
Source, with a collection of videos all showing large crowds doing the chant, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/cultura/musica/2025-08-11/pedro-sanchez-hijo-de-puta-la-cancion-del-verano-que-arrasa-en-toda-espana-7285000/
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Feria de El Morche 2025: 5 Days, Wed-Sun, 13-17 August
– “The fair has even more bands playing in the official tent this year, so there will be dancing until dawn. This is the first year that there will be five stellar performances from Wednesday to Sunday,“ said the mayor, who added that as a new feature, ”we have customized some nautical lights for El Morche’s seafaring past, and I invite everyone to come to this fair.”
– The fair will feature great free musical performances. On Thursday, August 14, María Peláe will perform; on Friday, August 15, Decai; on Saturday, August 16, Joana Jiménez; and on Sunday, August 17, Seguridad Social. In addition, on Wednesday, August 13, the first Reggaeton Dawn will take place with the group ‘Con Más Flow’.
Furthermore, every night there will be dance music with the D’Vértigo Orchestra, Infinity Show Orchestra, and José A. Cortés, keeping the party going until dawn.
Full article, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-morche-se-prepara-para-vivir-su-gran-feria-con-maria-pelae-decai-joana-jimenez-y-seguridad-social/

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The White Party returns to El Salón beach in Nerja: {Translation}
– On August 14, Nerja will be decked out in white to celebrate the 16th edition of the White Party, declared a Festival of Local Tourist Interest. This summer event, now established as one of the most eagerly awaited in the municipality, will take place at its usual location on El Salón Beach, starting at 9:00 p.m.
– The event will feature performances by DJs Elías Moreno, Manuel Moreno, and Marblack, who will set the rhythm for the night with a carefully curated musical selection for all audiences. In addition, there will be live performances and the traditional surprises typical of this Ibiza-inspired celebration.
– As in previous editions, attendees will be able to enjoy the photocall service and receive exclusive gifts, provided they come dressed entirely in white, as dictated by the party’s aesthetic. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/regresa-la-fiesta-blanca-de-la-playa-el-salon-en-nerja/

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SPAIN

The Ministry of the Interior declares a pre-emergency phase of the state plan in response to the numerous fires ravaging Spain, including the one in Tarifa: {Translation, summary}
– The Ministry of the Interior has declared the pre-emergency phase, operational situation 1, of the State General Emergency Plan (Plegem) due to active forest fires across several autonomous communities, including Madrid, Andalusia, Castilla-León, Castilla-La Mancha, Galicia, and Extremadura.
– This declaration does not imply state intervention in regional emergency management, which remains the competence of the autonomous communities.
– The fires have forced thousands of evacuations and caused one fatality in Tres Cantos (Madrid). Consequently, the National Centre for Emergency Monitoring and Coordination has enhanced communication with regional emergency centres and mobilised state resources such as the Military Emergency Unit (UME).
– A meeting of the State Coordination and Direction Committee (Cecod) will be held shortly to assess and coordinate further actions. This plan defines the organisation and resource mobilisation for emergencies, activating the pre-emergency phase when regional emergencies may require additional support from other regions or the State.
– Operational situation 1 indicates the emergency can be managed with local resources and occasional external aid, without centralised coordination.
– Andalusia is currently battling multiple severe wildfires, with one of the largest blazes centred around Tarifa in Cádiz province {video}. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/sociedad/interior-declara-fase-preemergencia-plan_0_2004554940.html & Video Link

ANDALUCÍA

Heat Alerts For Wednesday & Thursday in Andalucia:
– The Med coast is saved from the worst of the heat, with no alerts, but torrid nights remain. Inland extreme temps linger for a few more days.
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Source: https://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos

MALAGA PROVINCE

No heat warnings for the next few days in Malaga:
– For the next few days there are no active notices due to high temperatures in the province of Malaga. Although Tuesday Aemet has announced that the heat wave in the Peninsula extends until the next Monday, August 18.
– For this Wednesday, August 13, maximums of 36 degrees are expected in Antequera, and 35 in Ronda, territories that are on alert for high temperatures. On the coast the thermometers will continue to be above 30 degrees, Malaga City expects 32, Marbella 34 and Vélez-Málaga 35 (on Tuesday it registered a maximum of 34.1 degrees).
– Looking ahead to the second half of the week, the maximum temperatures will continue to fall, albeit slightly. Inland, maximums remain around 35 degrees, while the coast will remain above 30 degrees. A situation that, according to the first forecasts of the Aemet, will change from Saturday, when temperatures rise again in the interior (Ronda expects you to return to 38 and Antequera to 37) until Monday of next week. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-roza-grados-aviso-amarillo-calor_0_2004556997.html

MALAGA CITY

Malaga Fair Parking & Transport Info:
– Malaga Fair runs for 7 days between 16 and 23 August in 2025.
– Public transportation will be one of the options available to the public for getting around Malaga during the days of the Fair. However, some people will choose to use their cars or motorcycles to visit one of the two main venues for this celebration: the Real Cortijo de Torres and the Historic Center. For the area around the Real, the Mobility Department has set up a total of 3,535 parking spaces for cars. These spaces are identified by their name and color.
– See map with parking spaces below.
– In Huerta de Correo there will be 870 spaces, marked in blue (between Padre Andrés Llorden Avenue and Rosamunda Street); in Teatinos, another 640 in white (on Blas Infante Avenue, at the intersection with DR. Manuel Rodríguez); in Los Prados, there will be a total of 350 spaces marked in orange (on Paquiro Street); and in other locations in the surrounding area, there will be 1,600 spaces. The City Council recommends that drivers use the ring roads to access these.
– In addition to these, there are 2,990 parking spaces for motorcycles at the Palacio de Ferias. A total of 75 spaces will also be reserved for the exclusive use of people with reduced mobility at this location.
– The map also shows the streets that will be closed to traffic during the Fair, which is essential information for drivers traveling to Cortijo de Torres and the surrounding area.
– The municipal car parks located in the city center and its surroundings (Plaza de la Marina, San Juan de la Cruz, Tejón y Rodríguez, Alcazaba, Camas, Andalucía, Cervantes, and Salitre), which have a total of 5,066 spaces, will remain available during the Fair. Those in Carlos Haya, Cruz del Humilladero, Pío Baroja, and El Palo will be open 24 hours a day.
– As for regulated parking spaces (S.A.RE.), they will remain active between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on all streets in the city with S.A.RE. regulation. On Saturdays 16 and 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/mapa-zonas-aparcar-cerca-real-feria-malaga_0_2004552994.html

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What is driving the prostitution explosion in Malaga? The Guadalhorce Industrial Park calls for an “urgent” police plan to tackle the alarming growth in prostitution: {Translation, summary}
– A “historical problem that is growing again.” This is how the Association of Industrial Parks of Malaga (Apoma) describes the resurgence of prostitution that is taking place, “especially in 2025,” in the Guadalhorce business park, the largest in the city, with more than 1,500 companies and an area of 2.5 million square meters. According to this group, it is a “social issue” that is nevertheless “affecting coexistence, the business image, and security in the area.” They are calling for an “urgent plan” to reinforce police presence.
– According to estimates by the Guadalhorce Urban Conservation Entity (Eucc), visible prostitution on public streets “has grown significantly,” spreading to main streets such as Concepción Arenal, the area around the train station, and the recycling centre. Thousands of people go there every day to work, shop, or run errands, and it is also a transit area for schools, shopping centers, and residential neighbourhoods. This new expansion of the prostitution areas makes the current problem even more serious, as we are not just talking about an industrial area,“ argues Apoma. ”Urban growth and housing construction in the surrounding area have brought this reality closer to inhabited areas, reinforcing the need for definitive action,” they insist.
– “The National Police only acts in cases involving foreigners, and the Local Police only if they detect a pimp at the time.” Today, they say, “a patrol passes by once a day,” a deployment with which “it is impossible to curb this problem.”
– {Background info: Prostitution in Malaga, Spain, exists in a legal grey area. It is not illegal per se, but it is also not formally regulated as a legal job. Prostitution itself is decriminalized in all of Spain, meaning selling sex is not a crime. However, activities like pimping and profiting by exploiting prostitutes are illegal. Additionally, municipal regulations in Malaga prohibit activities linked to prostitution such as the offer, negotiation, and acceptance of sexual services on public streets if they disturb public coexistence, and these can lead to fines ranging from 750 to 1,500 euros. Malaga’s local laws also prohibit street prostitution near schools, homes, and businesses; sex work is moved to industrial estates where brothels operate.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/poligono-guadalhorce-pide-plan-policial-urgente-prostitucion_0_2004552305.html
Comment refs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prostitution_in_Spain#:~:text=Prostitution%20was%20decriminalized%20in%201995 & https://expatmadrid.com/prostitution-spain/

USA

The United States excludes Spain from a strategic maritime trade route: {Translation, summary}
– Spain has been excluded from a 2025 maritime agreement with the United States involving shipping routes between the US coasts and Asian ports, notably removing the port of Algeciras following a Federal Maritime Commission investigation. The probe centres on refusals in November 2024 for two US container ships destined for Israel at Algeciras. This exclusion redirects traffic to ports like Tangier-Med in Morocco. The original agreement included American President Lines and Maersk Line Limited, part of the US Maritime Security Program supporting Pentagon logistics.
– Spain’s government responded legally, citing national sovereignty but did not explain the denials. Washington interprets the move politically due to broader tensions involving Huawei data contracts and Spain’s reversal of its plans to buy US F-35 jets. Potential sanctions include fines of up to two million euros per voyage and port entry restrictions for Spanish vessels. The removal of Algeciras may harm bilateral trade, as Spain handles about 750,000 TEU annually with the US, involving valuable and strategic goods. This shift could diminish Spanish ports’ role in transatlantic commerce. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/internacional/estados-unidos/2025-08-12/eeuu-excluye-a-espana-de-una-ruta-de-comercio-maritimo-estrategico-7285389/

GASTRONOMIA

The Champions Burger comes to Mijas from August 21 to 31 – in search of the best smash burger in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Mijas will host The Champions Burger ‘Smash Edition’ from 21 to 31 August at the Recinto Ferial Las Lagunas de Mijas. The event features 17 gourmet burger restaurants from across Spain, including local champion Dak Burger, competing with exclusive smash burger creations. Attendees can vote by scanning a QR code on purchase tickets, rating the bun, meat, ingredient combinations, presentation, and originality. This event marks the ninth stop of a national gastronomic tour that has attracted over 600,000 visitors.
– A smash burger is a type of burger made by pressing a ball of beef onto a hot griddle or pan to form a thin patty. This smashing technique creates a crispy, caramelised crust while keeping the inside juicy, enhancing both texture and flavour. Unlike a regular thick burger, the smash burger cooks quickly with crunchy edges, delivering a bold, unique eating experience.
– Gastronomic celebrities such as Gottan Grill, Best Burger in Spain and Europe 2024, and Faakin Smash by YouTuber Joe Burger, will offer special dishes. The event runs Monday to Thursday 6 pm–midnight, Friday to Sunday noon–midnight, opening on 21 August at 7 pm. The tour concludes in 2025 with a final contest among the top 20 rated restaurants nationwide. Sustainability efforts include reusable cups and recycling bins. Photo: MalagaHoy. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/the-champions-burger-mijas-agosto-mejor-smash-malaga_0_2004552505.html

TECH

WinRAR Zero-Day Vulnerability Under Active Exploitation – Update to Latest Version Immediately:
– The maintainers of the WinRAR file archiving utility have released an update to address an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability. “The vulnerability affects WinRAR versions up to and including 7.12. Starting with version 7.13, this vulnerability is no longer reproduced.”
– “User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability, which could cause files to be written outside the intended directory. This flaw could be exploited to place files in sensitive locations – such as the Windows Startup folder – potentially leading to unintended code execution on the next system login.” Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2025/08/winrar-zero-day-under-active.html

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– Malaga province escapes Spain’s second official heatwave of the summer, although minimum temperatures are high. Nights will be ‘torrid’ or ‘equatorial’ most days this week, with 25C or more:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-escapes-the-second-part-the-heatwave-20250812090101-nt.html
– The fearless mountain goat that’s spending the summer in the Malaga village of Canillas de Aceituno, arrives 3:30am daily to munch ornamental plants and drink water from bowls left for cats:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/the-spectacular-male-wild-boar-that-roaming-20250811115830-nt.html
– Malaga province close to 40C but no heat warning issued this Monday:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-will-close-degrees-but-will-not-20250811105320-nt.html
– 67-year-old cyclist dies after fall on road in Alhaurín el Grande:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/67yearold-cyclist-dies-after-fall-alhaurin-grande-20250811115435-nt.html
– New beach bar opens after almost a decade since noise complaints forced predecessor to close- Lamalaka has replaced Papagayo on Nerja’s Calahonda beach:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/new-beach-bar-opens-eastern-costa-sol-20250811185215-nt.html

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SPAIN

The Government warns that it will never recognize “the occupation of the city of Gaza for Israel”: {Translation}
– On Monday, Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares in an interview on TVE, commented on Israel’s decision to occupy Gaza City and stressed that the Spanish government “will never recognize” this occupation. “This escalation in Israel’s military occupation of Gaza will only bring more death and suffering,” he said.
– Albares believes that what the Middle East needs right now is to “break the blockade” that Israel is imposing on Gaza, an “induced famine” in the minister’s words, and therefore called for the “immediate release” of all hostages and for the two-state solution to be put “back on track” with a “realistic and viable” Palestinian state. “Gaza is part of the State of Palestine. Gaza must remain under the control of a single Palestinian national authority, just like the West Bank, connected by a corridor that gives them territorial continuity with a port and access to the sea in Gaza and with their capital in East Jerusalem,” he explained. Albares also reproached Israel for “not respecting” its obligations to the occupied territories, something he considers “a mistake” and therefore “condemns in the strongest terms.”
– When asked if Spain is considering imposing sanctions on Israel, Albares replied that it is “absolutely” and that “there already are.” He has called for the “immediate suspension” of the association agreement between Israel and the European Union, both the economic part and the Horizon program. In his opinion, “no one in their right mind” can think that “Europeans and Israel can have a normal relationship as if nothing were happening” and therefore, he believes that “the rest of the EU countries” should also apply the arms embargo to Israel, as Spain has done.
– “These measures are nothing more than strict compliance with European legislation itself,” he said, before going on to condemn Israel’s “flagrant violation” of human rights in Gaza.
“Our own European legislation tells us that we should not sell arms to third parties at war, which is common sense. We are not going to add fuel to the fire. Israel and the Middle East do not need more arms; what they need is peace, just like the Palestinian people,” he concluded. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-gobierno-avisa-no-reconocera-nunca-ocupacion-ciudad-gaza-israel-traera-mas-muerte-20250811104423.html

NERJA

Nerja and Maro to be connected by bike lanes: {Translation}
– The Nerja Town Council is pushing ahead with plans to connect Nerja and Maro by bike lane. The Local Government Board has approved the project for the construction of a new section, approximately 1,200 meters long, with a base tender budget of €449,248.80. The project is part of the “Sustainable Nerja” Tourism Sustainability Plan (PSTD), included in the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, and financed by the European Union through NextGenerationEU funds.
– The mayor, José Alberto Armijo, stressed that this new project, the fourth promoted by the City Council, will definitively connect Nerja and Maro by means of a bike lane between the roundabout at the entrance to Burriana beach and the roundabout located at the western entrance to Maro. The 3.2-kilometer route will promote sustainable mobility and also contribute to boosting active tourism.
– For his part, the Councilor for Infrastructure, Alberto Tomé, explained that the route will run along the Barranco de Maro bridge and parallel to the old N-340 road to the entrance of Maro. Following the approval of the project, the City Council will continue with the necessary administrative procedures to approve the specifications and put the works out to tender, with the aim of starting their execution. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nerja-y-maro-conectados-por-carril-bici/

FRIGILIANA

Update- 87 year old male ex-pat dies in house fire in Fuente del Conejo residential area of Frigiliana, identity released:
– The victim has been identified as Michael Tomas Stevenitt. {A long time DigameXtra supporter who often posted in this newsletter. RIP Michael. -Ed.}
– Emergency services were called at around 5.30pm on Friday 8 August when local residents spotted a large amount of smoke coming from a rural farmhouse. Local Police officers, rural guards, firefighters, Guardia Civil officers and emergency medical services were called to the scene, where there are numerous rural properties.
– Firefighters smothered the flames in the building, which was completely burnt down and treated a 34-year-old resident for smoke inhalation, although he didn’t need to be taken to hospital for further treatment.
– The owner of the property, Michael Tomas Stevenitt, who had lived in the town for twenty years, died in the fire. His body was found inside the house. The Guardia Civil has taken charge of the investigation to clarify the cause of the fire. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/an-87yearold-man-dies-fire-rural-house-20250811091330-nt.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Spectacular fire in a house in La Cala del Moral, in Rincón de la Victoria: {Translation}
– A spectacular fire broke out early this morning in the El Cantal area of La Cala del Moral, in the municipality of Rincón de la Victoria. Firefighters began extinguishing the flames at around 8:00 a.m., according to the local police, who reported that some residents had to be evacuated from their homes.
– The 112 Emergency Service reported that the first calls were received at around 7:30 a.m. on Monday, alerting them to heavy smoke coming from a house. The coordination centre activated the Malaga Provincial Fire Department, the Civil Guard, the health services, and the local police.
– At the moment, the flames have affected the three floors of the house where the fire started, according to the Civil Guard’s report to 112. The Fire Department reported that the fire had been brought under control at around 11:00 a.m. and that crews were still working in the area until it was completely extinguished. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/rincon-de-la-victoria/aparatoso-incendio-cala-moral-rincon-victoria_0_2004550585.html

UK

Fire breaks out on Edinburgh landmark Arthur’s Seat:
– A wildfire broke out on Arthur’s Seat, the extinct volcano overlooking Scotland’s capital Edinburgh, on Sunday, spreading extensively across the landmark which is popular with walkers and tourists and producing smoke visible from miles around.
– “Crews are in attendance at a fire in the open at Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh,” the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said on X. Police advised motorists and pedestrians to avoid the area. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/fire-breaks-out-edinburgh-landmark-arthurs-seat-2025-08-10/

HEALTH

Health authorities warn of a possible major failure in some glucose monitoring applications: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Medicines Agency (AEMPS) has received notice from Dexcom regarding a fault in the Dexcom G7 apps for iOS/Android (version 2.8 and earlier), where a failure in the transmitter causes the app to end the sensor session unexpectedly without a “sensor failed” warning. This risks undetected hyperglycaemia or hypoglycaemia episodes since glucose data and alerts cease.
– The Dexcom G7 system measures glucose continuously via a sensor on the skin, intended as a substitute for finger-prick blood tests in people over two years old, including pregnant women. The app’s readings are based on glucose trends over time and assist therapy adjustments. Users can also access glucose information on compatible Apple Watches through a companion app that requires the main Dexcom G7 app installed.
– Dexcom is notifying users via app alerts and recommends updating the app to avoid this issue. Both apps are available for download on Apple and Android stores. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/fallo-apps-control-glucosa-20250808211340-nt_amp.html

TECH

Windows 10’s Extended Updates Just Got Cheaper- But You’ll Need to Sign In With a Microsoft Account- Full details:
– Microsoft has confirmed that paying $30 to enroll a Windows 10 PC into the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will also require a Microsoft Account to complete the transaction. The good news is that one ESU license will cover up to 10 devices signed into the same account, meaning you don’t need to pay $30 per device like originally thought. Strangely, this was not made clear in Microsoft’s original announcement.
– The company has confirmed that all enrollment options require a Microsoft Account, regardless of if you’re paying $30 or not. A Microsoft support document makes it abundantly clear: “All enrollment options provide extended security updates through October 13, 2026. You will need to sign into your Microsoft account in order to enroll in ESU.
You’ll be given these options to choose from when you enroll in the ESU program.
*One-time purchase of $30 USD
*1,000 Microsoft Reward points
*Free if you sync your PC settings to OneDrive
– The option for enrolling Windows 10 PCs into the ESU program opened in July, and it’s now slowly rolling out to all users on Windows 10 that are running the latest updates. You can enroll your PC into the ESU program by heading to Windows Update and clicking the “Enroll now” button that will appear there.
– If you don’t see the button just yet, don’t worry. The enrollment process is rolling out in waves and so it might not have reached you just yet.
– Here are the steps to enroll your PC:
*Go to Settings > Update & Security >Windows Update. If your device meets the prerequisites, you’ll see a link to enroll in ESU.
*Once you select Enroll now you’ll start the ESU enrollment. If you are signed into Windows with a local account, you will be prompted to sign into your Microsoft account. If you are already backing up your PC Settings, you will see a prompt to enroll your device.
*You can choose if you want to begin backing up your settings to OneDrive (some techs advise against this method as the OneDrive storage is not very secure), redeem Rewards (which few casual users have), or make a one-time purchase to enroll in ESU and pay €30. Full article: https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-10/microsoft-just-made-windows-10s-usd30-extended-support-program-an-even-better-deal-but-you-now-need-a-microsoft-account-to-pay-for-it

HIGH SOCIETY

Rafa Nadal and Mery Perelló welcome their second child: {Translation}
– Former tennis player Rafa Nadal and his wife, Mery Perelló, welcomed their second child, named Miquel, at a hospital in Palma de Mallorca (Balearic Islands). The birth took place last Thursday at Quirónsalud Palmaplanas, where their first child, Rafael, was born in October 2022, according to reports in the Última Hora and Diario de Mallorca newspapers on Saturday.
– The parents and baby left the hospital on Saturday, where the couple’s families had been visiting since Thursday to see the newborn and congratulate them. The name Miquel is a tribute to Mery’s father, who died in April 2023 at the age of 63 after a long illness. Rafa Nadal married Mery Perelló on October 19, 2019, in a ceremony held at Sa Fortalesa, an estate located in the Mallorcan municipality of Pollença. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/gente/nace-segundo-hijo-rafa-nadal_0_2004544993.html

SPACE

Spectacular “artificial” fireball crosses Malaga and Andalusia sky: {Translation, summary}
– Apparently it was not a meteorite but the effect of users was equally shocking: that of a spectacular and bright fireball crossing the sky. The phenomenon surprised many Malaga, Andalusians and Spanish this Sunday, August 10. It happened around 23:49, Spanish local peninsular time, and there were many witnesses who saw and recorded it throughout its path through Andalusia, Murcia and southern Alicante until then went to the Balearic Islands. But what exactly was that light event?
– According to José María Madiedo, researcher at the Institute of Astrophysics of Andalusia (IAA-CSIC) and director of the Smart project, was the “re-entry of an artificial object in the earth’s atmosphere.” The object, “probably a satellite, entered the atmosphere about 29 thousand km/h on the Atlantic side of the Iberian Peninsula, then flew over and continued towards the Mediterranean. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/sorpresa-cielo-espectacular-bola-fuego-artificial-ilumina-malaga-20250811082146-nt_amp.html & Video Link

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Getting high-schoolers onto the fast track to a good paying job, without attending university or joining the army, Spanish language requirements vary from minimal to proficient : {DigameXtra Exclusive}
– High school graduates in Spain have excellent opportunities to rapidly secure well-paying positions in the skilled trades, thanks to continued demand in several sectors. Here are the top trades jobs to consider
1. Construction Trades:
Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Welders
These roles are among the most sought after in 2025, driven by infrastructure projects, urban renewal, and increased housing construction. Salaries typically start at €20,000–€24,000 per year for entry-level positions, rising to €30,000 or more with specialization and experience. Shortage of skilled labour ensures continuous demand, especially in Spain’s large cities and tourist regions.
2. Renewable Energy & Solar Installation:
Solar Panel Installers, Renewable Energy Technicians
Spain’s transition to renewables has generated high demand for solar and wind energy experts. Solar installers typically earn €25,000–€35,000 per year, with opportunities for advancement as investment in green energy grows. The sector is projected to maintain double-digit job growth rates.
3. Logistics and Maintenance:
Logistics Operators, Vehicle Technicians & Drivers, HVAC Installers (HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning).
Logistics roles remain crucial as e-commerce and supply chain modernization expand. Salaries range from €18,000–€27,000 annually for logistics and drivers, while maintenance/HVAC technicians command €22,000–€32,000 with additional certifications in automation or refrigeration.
– Vocational Pathways and Regional Trends:
Most skilled trades jobs are accessible through vocational training programs (Formación Profesional, FP), which last about two years. These programs feature practical learning and direct ties with employers, helping new graduates secure rapid job placement. Salaries are typically higher than average in Madrid, the Basque Country, and Catalonia.
**Why Choose Trades in Spain?**
– Consistent job openings due to demographic shifts (retiring workers).
– Stable, above-average starting salaries with fast advancement possible.
– Strong job security even during economic fluctuations, supported by ongoing investments in infrastructure and energy. Many trades have trade unions, which negotiate contracts, negotiate for regular pay and benefits raises, and defend worker’s rights, among other things. Union jobs tend be more stable, and unions get all the largest private and publicly funded project contracts.
– For graduates ready to enter the workforce directly, trades like construction, renewable energy installation, logistics, and technical maintenance stand out as the fastest routes to stable, well-paying employment in Spain’s dynamic economy.
**Getting Started**
– To get started on a trades career in Spain, students follow the country’s respected vocational training system called Formación Profesional (FP). As early as 16, after completing compulsory secondary education (ESO), a student can enroll in a “Grado Medio” (Intermediate Level) FP cycle, which covers fields such as electricity, plumbing, carpentry, mechanics, and renewable energies. Those completing upper secondary education (Bachillerato) can access even higher-level “Grado Superior” (Advanced Level) programs.
– The typical path involves applying between May and June, with final enrollment decided in July and classes beginning in September. Vocational FP courses last around two years and combine classroom study with hands-on company internships. These programs are designed around labour market needs, ensuring a direct pipeline from training into real jobs. Key requirements generally include an ESO diploma for Grado Medio or a Bachillerato for Grado Superior, though there are also entrance exams for those without the standard qualifications.
– In some regions, students may also need to demonstrate basic Spanish proficiency for admission. Many FP institutions offer support courses, and those who complete FP programs gain both professional certification and the practical experience needed to secure well-paid, in-demand employment as soon as they graduate.
– This system makes it possible for students in Spain to move directly into construction, renewable energy, logistics, and technical roles- providing a stable, well-compensated career path without university study. Taking advantage of advanced training programs can provide opportunities for advancement in position and wages.
Refs & more info on enrolments:
– https://www.sublimespain.com/most-in-demand-jobs-in-spain-in-2025-with-salaries/
– https://www.planetaformacion.com/en/blog/most-in-demand-careers-spain
– https://vocationalspain.com/faq/
– https://www.todofp.es/como-cuando-y-donde-estudiar/acceso-fp-desde-fp/como-accedo-a-fp.html
– https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/files/4214_en.pdf
– https://academialallibreta.es/higher-vocational-training-cycle-in-spain-for-international-students/?lang=en

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