DigameXtra No. 3060 Thursday, July 31st, 2025

On July 31, 2025July 30, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the Soundtrack Concert on Saturday with iconic pieces: Sat, 2 Aug, 9pm
At CEIP Manuel Laza Palacio with free admission until full capacity is reached.
The Music-Cultural Association of the Rincón de lah Victoria Music Band will perform A complete repertoire of themes from renowned animation, adventure, comedy, action and film classics, in a show designed for the whole family.
The concert will have an approximate duration of two hours, with a brief intermission. The music band is currently made up of about 90 members, aged between eight and 60 years, mostly young people, and based in the Municipal Youth Center, located on the ground floor of the Municipal Covered Pavilion of Torre de Benagalbón. Info: https://www.bandarincon.es/

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Starlite Occident Marbella- Upcoming Major Concerts, tickets still available:
– Santana: Sunday, August 3
– Gipsy Kings: Monday, August 4th
– Tom Jones: Tuesday, August 5th & Tom Jones live at Cardiff Castle Video Link
Info & tix: https://starlitefestival.com/en/home/

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Verano en los Cangrejos de Nerja
(Summer at the Crabs in Cangrejos Plaza, Nerja):
All performances are at Plaza de los Cangrejos, and will begin at 10 p.m., except for the children’s festivals on Sundays, which will start at 9 p.m.

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Feria de Benamargosa 2025: Fri – Sun, 1-3 August:
– Friday, 1 August
12:00 – Traditional ringing of bells begins.
12:00 to 14:30 – ACAE Hospital Clowns show for children.
22:00 – Inauguration of Feria lights and Official Caseta; Orquesta Metrópolis performance.
23:00 – Dance group Azahar performance. After Azahar – Trophy presentation.
00:30 (Saturday early morning) – Selection of Misses, Mister, and Veteran Couple of the fair.
01:00 – Concert by Malamanera. After Malamanera – Continuation with Orquesta Metrópolis.
03:00 – DJ set by Dj. Pastore.
– Saturday, 2 August
16:00 to 20:00 – Water slide (with ring) and bouncy castle on Blas Infante street.
21:30 – Musical session with Orquesta Metrópolis.
01:00 (Sunday early morning) – Performances by Rasel and Dj. Monchi.
03:00 – DJ set by Dj. Baste (“Festivaleando en Benamargosa” atmosphere).
– Sunday, 3 August
12:30 – Day Fair begins with horseback rides.
13:00 – Animation by Nicolás Quintana and CONTRAMISMO.
17:00 to 20:00 – Children’s area at “the little stairs”.
20:15 – Traditional ribbon race on horseback in the river of Benamargosa.
21:30 – Orquesta Metrópolis returns to Official Caseta.
22:30 – Performance by singer Julia Garrido.
00:00 (Monday early morning) – Concert by OBK.
01:30 – Festival ends with fireworks display. After fireworks music continues at Official Caseta into the early hours.

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Antonio Beltran Quartet at Jazz at Sidds in Competa, Saturday August 2nd: Antonio Beltran Quartet featuring Juan Maria Villa on keyboards. Supported by Cool & the Cat & Pamela.
Live at Siddhartha on the Rock, Competa, music starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets €30 to include dinner and the concert, tickets direct from Siddhartha, call 952516748 or 628177424 or email: mitchbanjo@hotmail.com

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XLII Noche Flamenca de Canillas de Aceituno 2025:
– Thursday, August 7, 2025
10:00 AM: Ringing of bells and fireworks announce the start of the Fair
Evening: XLII Flamenco Night with:
Dance groups ‘Aires de la Maroma’ (dir. Antonio Guerra)
Performances by Luis Perdiguero and Ana Peña
Flamenco troupe of Antonio de Verónica
– Friday, August 8, 2025
11:00 AM: Purchase of flowers for the offering to the Virgin and perpetual mayor of Canillas
7:00 PM: Floral offering
8:00 PM: Mass and procession of the Holy Virgin of the Head
10:30 PM: Dance begins with Tejedas Orchestra (Francisco Gallero Badillo Plaza)
11:30 PM: Performance by Fran James (Constitution Plaza)
1:00 AM: Performance by La Llave
2:00 AM: Star performance by Hugo Salazar
3:30 AM: DJ BlackMamba
– Saturday, August 9, 2025
2:00 PM: Day Fair begins with meat tasting and music by Leo (Francisco Gallero Badillo Plaza)
7:00 PM: Traditional games (ribbon race, sack race, egg race, etc.)
10:00 PM: Dance with Tejedas Orchestra (Francisco Gallero Badillo Plaza)
11:00 PM: Beauty contest of the 2025 Fair
12:00 AM (midnight): Performance by David DeMaría
2:00 AM: Performance by DJ Óscar Fuego
4:30 AM: Performance by Antonio Hierro DJ
– Sunday, August 10, 2025
2:00 PM: Day Fair with paella and beer, music by Leo (Francisco Gallero Badillo Plaza)
8:00 PM: Holy Mass and procession of the Virgin of the Head
10:00 PM: Dance with Tejedas Orchestra (Francisco Gallero Badillo Plaza)
11:00 PM: Concert of Ana de Caro
12:30 AM: Performance by Lady Rock
4:00 AM: Performance by Antonio Hierro DJ
6:00 AM: Grand fireworks finale
– Monday, August 11, 2025
Children’s Day: free fair attractions for kids Water Party at municipal pool with splashes, games, and fun.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/david-de-maria-hugo-salazar-la-llave-y-ana-de-caro-actuaciones-destacadas-de-la-feria-de-canillas-de-aceituno/

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43 Festival Folclórico Ciudad de Vélez-Málaga 2025
(43rd Vélez-Málaga Folk Festival 2025):
Friday, August 8 at 9:30 p.m. Plaza de la Constitución
Parade at 9 pm from Canalejas Street to the Plaza de la Constitución
Participants: Raíces Huertanas Folk Group (Peña El Pimiento, Murcia); Choirs and Dances of Alcázar de San Juan (Ciudad Real); Choirs and Dances of Vélez-Málaga
Free admission until full capacity is reached.

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Benarock 2025: Sat, 9 Aug, 9pm. €5 entry.
Recinto de lah Azucarera (Sugar Factory Enclosure), Benalúa, Granada
3 Bands: Capsule, TŌ YŌ and Space Traveller Beirut
Plus gastro and drink options.
Info, map & tix: https://www.conciertosengranada.es/conciertos/100731-capsula-t-y-viajes-espaciales-beirut

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Vélez-Málaga’s XLVIII Festival Flamenco “Juan Breva” 2025: Constitution Square. Sat, 16 Aug at 9:30 p.m.
Arcángel with the show “Abecedario flamenco” (Flamenco Alphabet)
Free admission until full capacity is reached.

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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 Algarrobo, 31 July to 3 August
– Feria de Casabermeja, 31 July to 3 August
– Feria de August de Alcaucín, 1 to 3 August.
– Feria de Benamargosa, 1 to 3 August.
– Feria de Canillas de Albaida, 1 to 3 August
– Feria de August de Manilva, 6 to 10 August.
– Feria de Alameda, 7 to 10 August.
– Feria del Emigrante de Villanueva del Rosario, 7 to 10 August.
– Feria Villanueva de la Concepción, 15 August.
– Feria de Chilches, 7 to 10 August.
– Feria de El Morche (Torrox), 13 to 17 August.
– Real Feria de Pizarra,14 to 18 August.
– 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
Source, with more details, in Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/ferias-fiestas-pueblos-malaga-agosto_0_2004431298.html

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SPAIN

Sánchez’s work nightmare- hours worked plummet: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez, with unfaltering pride, portrays Spain’s economic and employment situation as a grand success, dubbing it the “Spanish dream.” He lauds achievements across various sectors and notably celebrates surpassing 22 million employed for the first time.
– However, a closer inspection paints a less flattering picture. The average effective weekly hours worked have steadily declined since late 2024, now standing at 35.8 hours, well below the Government’s target of 37.5 hours. This metric, representing actual working time, reveals a troubling decline in job quality.
– Furthermore, absenteeism is at record highs, and many of those counted as employed barely work sufficient hours, pointing to the rise of precarious jobs. Thus, Sánchez’s triumphal narrative obscures the underlying frailty and deterioration within Spain’s labour market, where quantity overshadows the essential quality of employment. Source, Spanish: https://www.libremercado.com/2025-07-30/mier-la-pesadilla-laboral-de-sanchez-las-horas-trabajadas-se-hunden-7281378/

ANDALUCÍA

Minister of Housing, Isabel Rodríguez, has appealed for Andalucia’s congested communities to declare themselves ‘stressed areas’ or ‘tension zones’, opening the door to rent control: {Translation}
– The Official State Gazette (BOE) gave the green light this Tuesday to the declaration of new tensioned zones aimed at curbing rent increases. This measure, envisaged in the Housing Act, comes into effect today in cities such as San Sebastián, Pamplona and La Coruña. Málaga is not included in this list, despite the fact that rental prices there have also become a major obstacle for access to housing. In this regard, the Housing Minister, Isabel Rodríguez, has urged Andalucia to make use of this tool and join the communities that have already declared tensioned zones. She stated in a video posted to her social media that “Málaga is one of the most impossible cities in the country”.
– In theory, the declaration of a tensioned zone is a mechanism to restrain rental prices. It is established in the Housing Act, approved by the central Government in May 2023. In any case, it is for the autonomous communities to decide whether to apply this mechanism.
– How does it work in practice? The autonomous communities select municipalities where they consider the rental situation threatens access to housing. Then, the declaration of tensioned zone is processed, and once published in the BOE, a regulatory framework comes into force that directly intervenes in rental prices. This means that small landlords formalising new rental contracts must maintain the previous contract’s price, aside from the annual rent update (see current update rate here, today it’s 2.10%: https://www.ine.es/dyngs/INEbase/es/operacion.htm?c=Estadistica_C&cid=1254736177110&menu=ultiDatos&idp=1254735976607). For new contracts, the Housing Ministry provides a range of rental price values that vary depending on the city.
– Rent may only be increased, up to a maximum of 10%, if landlords carry out certain rehabilitation or accessibility works. Another option is that landlords commit to the tenant remaining in the property for ten years or more.
– Furthermore, in cities declared tensioned zones, landlords who reduce the rent by at least 5% may deduct up to 90% of the taxes paid on the income from that rent.
– Catalonia was the first territory to declare tensioned zones, followed by the Basque Country, Navarre, and now Galicia. Cities such as La Coruña and Santiago de Compostela have been declared tensioned zones. The Ministry of Housing usually recommends considering a zone tensioned when the average cost of rent or mortgage exceeds 30% of average income.
– Rodríguez highlighted that the application of tensioned zones has had positive effects on rent prices in Catalonia, citing Barcelona as an example. In the aforementioned video, she stated that “prices have been reduced between 4.8% and 8.9%”. She also denied that the application of the tensioned zone in Barcelona has led to a reduction in housing supply, noting “11,000 new contracts have been signed”. “With this law, it is possible to lower rental prices without this affecting supply,” assured Rodríguez.
– The Mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, has opposed declaring Málaga a tensioned zone, believing it would reduce the rental market’s supply. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga-capital/ministra-vivienda-apela-malaga-declare-zona-tensionada-20250729173605-nt_amp.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

The great Vélez-Málaga pyramid scheme could exceed 5 million euros- I told you the €300mil claims in yesterday’s article about “Paco El Bueno” were suspect: {Translation, summary}
– National Police officers continue to investigate the financial scope of a mass fraud that has already reached more than €5 million {not €300million as the El Mundo article claimed}. The main suspect, a manager from the town of Vélez-Málaga, who under the guise of being an excellent investor, received large amounts of cash from individuals and businesspeople with the aim of investing it in profitable businesses. He and his partner were located in Logroño, the city to which they had fled after the first complaints were filed by those affected.
– At present, 80 victims have reported the incidents {not 200 victims as the El Mundo article claimed}, although investigators are aware that this number could increase considerably due to the scale of the scam. To facilitate and centralize all the information that those affected can provide, the National Police has set up the following email address: velez.judicial@policia.es, which they can use to contact the police and receive instructions on how to proceed. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-gran-estafa-de-velez-malaga-podria-superar-los-5-millones-de-euros/

EUROPE

EU/US trade deal a ‘dark day’ for Europe, analysis by DW News (Germany)- Video in English:
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UK

UK plans to recognise Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes action:
– Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Tuesday Britain was prepared to recognise a Palestinian state in September at the United Nations General Assembly in response to growing public anger over the images of starving children in Gaza. Starmer spoke a day after talks in Scotland with U.S. President Donald Trump, who said he did “not mind” if Britain recognised a Palestinian state, though Washington – Israel’s closest ally – has long declined to do so.
– Britain, if it acts, would become the second Western power on the U.N. Security Council to do so after France last week, reflecting Israel’s deepening isolation over its conduct in its war against Hamas in Gaza, where a humanitarian disaster has set in and the Palestinian death toll has risen above 60,000. Starmer said Britain would make the move unless Israel took substantive steps to allow more aid to enter Gaza, made clear there will be no annexation of the West Bank and committed to a long-term peace process that delivers a “two-state solution” – a Palestinian state co-existing in peace alongside Israel.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/uk-plans-recognise-palestinian-state-september-unless-israel-takes-action-2025-07-29/

GASTRONOMIA

This delicacy, Iberian abanico, is one of the best meats in Spain, but most people have never heard of it: {Translation, summary}
– A barbecue remains one of the most delightful meals, whether midweek or a Saturday night with friends, with the smoky aroma and tender yet slightly charred meat making for an unmatched experience. Among the many varieties of meat—loin, secreto, sirloin—there exists a lesser-known cut that captivates all who taste it: the Iberian abanico.
– Named for its fan-like shape, this cut comes from the Iberian pig and wraps around the ribs with fine streaks of fat that render into juicy, crisp delight when grilled. Its irregular shape means no two cuts are alike, adding to its charm.
– Preparation involves marinating a one-kilo piece with olive oil, soy sauce, chilli flakes, black pepper, salt, and fresh chives for 24 hours. Cooked over a hot grill without added oil, its own fat protects against sticking and ensures a perfect cook: four minutes per side for a browned exterior and succulent interior. Sliced thinly, this meat pairs excellently with salad, roasted potatoes, purée or grilled vegetables, or a light chimichurri sauce. Though few know of the Iberian abanico, and not every butcher has it, it is a cut well worth seeking, promising a distinctive and memorable barbecue experience.
Source, Spanish: https://okdiario.com/gastronomia/este-manjar-dioses-mejores-carnes-espana-pero-mayoria-no-oido-nunca-nombre-15038729

RECALLS

Batches of Fucidine, a popular drug for treating infections, withdrawn: {Translation}
– The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) has reported on Tuesday the withdrawal of a popular drug used to treat bacterial infections. These are several batches of Fucidine tablets, an antibiotic drug from Laboratorio Leo Pharma that is used to treat skin infections, such as impetigo and infected eczema.
– Fucidine contains fusidic acid, which acts against sensitive bacteria, especially staphylococci. There are different presentations as cream, ointment or tablets. The alert launched today by the AEMPS refers to this last 10-tablet format.
– In the context, the affected batches with their expiry dates are:
– Batch: C97093, expiry date 31/01/2026
– Batch: C97323, expiry date 31/01/2026
– The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products warns of “out-of-specification results in impurities detected in stability studies”. As a result, all distributed units of the affected batches have been withdrawn from the market and returned to the laboratory through the usual channels. However, the agency recalls that it is a quality defect “that does not pose a vital risk to the patient”. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/salud/alerta-sanitaria-retiran-popular-medicamento-tratamiento-infecciones-20250729171908-nt_amp.html

SPACE

4 Solar Eclipses in Spain – 2026, 2027 and 2028:
– 12 August 2026 (total solar eclipse); 6 February 2027 (partial solar eclipse); 2 August 2027 (total solar eclipse); 26 January 2028 (annular solar eclipse). An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, but is too far from Earth to completely block the Sun’s disk. This alignment leaves a bright ring of sunlight visible around the Moon, creating a “Ring of Fire” effect. Unlike total solar eclipses, annular eclipses do not block out all of the Sun’s light, and totality is not achieved.
– Read the details, see the maps and get camera advice.
Full articles: https://www.baader-planetarium.com/en/blog/solar-eclipses-in-spain-2026-2027-and-2028/ &
https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/advice/spain-eclipses

TRAVEL

Spending the summer outside Spain is cheaper- prices prevent many Spaniards from traveling within their own country: {Translation, summary}
– Holidaying in Spain is increasingly unaffordable, compelling many Spaniards to seek cheaper foreign alternatives, not for adventure but economic compulsion. In 2025, a week’s stay in popular Spanish coastal destinations, including flights and hotels, can cost upwards of 2,600 euros per couple, rivalling Caribbean trips. Accommodation costs have surged, notably in tourist hotspots like the Balearic Islands, pushing average nightly rates to 160 euros, an increase of 13% yearly. Airfare hikes of 22%, partly due to sustainable fuel mandates in the European Union, further inflate travel expenses domestically.
– Consequently, destinations such as Turkey, Portugal, and Croatia offer more economical options, attracting Spanish holidaymakers. This shift is reflected in a 17% fall in domestic holiday bookings during early 2025, evidencing financial strain among households. Eurostat data underscores this hardship, revealing that over a third of Spanish families with children cannot afford a week’s holiday, positioning Spain among the EU’s most affected nations in this regard. The economic crisis thus severely restricts Spanish families’ holiday opportunities at home. Source, Spanish: https://www.libremercado.com/2025-07-30/mi-veranear-fuera-de-espana-sale-mas-barato-los-precios-impiden-a-muchos-espanoles-viajar-dentro-de-su-propio-pais-7281183/

NATURE

Danger in a small package, pests to be aware of (and avoid): {DigameXtra}
– Southern Spain faces challenges from several dangerous pest species including scalapendras (centipedes), scorpions, spiders, processionary caterpillars, and invasive hornets.
– Asian hornets (Vespa velutina), invasive since 2010 in Spain, are widespread, especially in northern regions. They also prey on honeybees, causing significant damage to beekeeping industries and local ecosystems.

– Scalapendras (giant centipedes), present in dry, rocky habitats, although also found in houses occasionally, deliver painful but rarely dangerous bites.

– Scorpions, such as the Mediterranean species, have painful stings requiring caution.

– Spiders, notably the Mediterranean Black Widow, can inflict bites needing medical attention.

– Processionary pine caterpillars possess irritating hairs that cause severe allergic reactions to humans and pets.

– Murder hornets (Southern giant hornet, Vespa soror) have been recently spotted in northern Spain, marking their first appearance in Europe. These large, aggressive hornets can devastate bee populations by attacking hives and hunting native insects. Their painful stings also pose a human risk, though attacks are rare. Scientists are actively searching for their underground nests in Asturias province to control their spread.

– Taken together, these pests represent a significant threat to health, agriculture, and biodiversity in southern Spain, warranting awareness and careful handling. When in doubt how to deal with these pests should they become a recurring problem, especially hornet nests, it is best to first consult the Town Hall. They can refer you to the local municipal control services.

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DigameXtra No. 3059 Wednesday, July 30th, 2025

On July 30, 2025July 29, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Canillas de Albaida 2025 Fair in honour of the Virgin of the Rosary: Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3.
– Friday, a floral reveille at 8:30 a.m. with the Municipal Band. At 7:30 p.m., there will be the traditional horse ribbon race, a custom that involves young and old alike. At 11:00 p.m., the dancing begins with the Premium Orchestra, followed by the election of Queens, Ladies, and Mister and a performance by DJ Juni until late into the night (morning).
– Saturday, at 12:00 p.m., it’s time for “Los Pucheros,” with traditional games in the square. There will be a charity lunch for two euros and a foam party. In the evening, the Premium and Odysseus orchestras will perform, and at 1:30 a.m., there will be a big concert by Juanlu Montoya.
– Sunday, there will be a tasting of meat with potatoes and a performance by Leo Música en Vivo. In the morning, the elderly and sick will receive a visit from the Mises and Mister, accompanied by the band, which will dedicate a pasodoble to them. At 7:00 p.m., mass will be celebrated in honor of the Virgin of the Rosary, with the Coro Romeros del Rosario choir. In the evening, the fair will close with performances by La Rebelión and Tentación, two of the most powerful orchestras in Andalusia. At 7 a.m., a final fireworks display will bring three days of intense celebration to a close.

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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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SPAIN

Cheeky Buggers- Spain requests EU loans to increase military spending despite claiming to be the fastest growing EU economy while contributing the least to EU Defence funds: {Translation, summary}
– The European Commission confirmed this Tuesday that Spain is among the Member States of the European Union which have requested access to European loans to increase Defence spending.
– Brussels proposed last March an instrument of 150 billion euros in loans for military expenditure as part of the plan to rearm Europe over the next decade. The leaders gave their approval to this initiative at a summit held later that same month.
– These loans will allow capitals to subsidise, on the one hand, munitions, missiles, and artillery systems, as well as protection of critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, military mobility, and air and missile defence systems, among others. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/eseuropa/noticia-comision-europea-amp-espana-solicita-prestamos-europeos-elevar-gasto-militar-20250729140826.html

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Feijóo calls for the resignation of the Attorney General: “He cannot continue for one more minute”: {Translation}
– The president of the PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo {pic}, has called for the resignation of Álvaro García Ortiz, after the Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the decision of high court judge Ángel Hurtado to prosecute the attorney general for allegedly participating in the leak of confidential information from the case against Alberto González Amador, the partner of Madrid president Isabel Díaz Ayuso, for a double tax offense.
– “It’s simple. Someone who is in the dock cannot prosecute crimes. The attorney general must resign immediately. He cannot continue for another minute,” wrote the PP leader on social media platform X.
– The PP spokesperson in Congress, Ester Muñoz, expressed a similar view. “Spain does not deserve the shame of having its attorney general prosecuted and investigated,” insisted Muñoz, who assured that this situation “does not happen in any democratic country.” Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/feijoo-pide-dimision-fiscal-general-puede-seguir-20250729151352-ntrc_amp.html

ANDALUCÍA

“The Regional Government of Andalusia will be fully digital by 2030 at a cost of 2,600 million euros”- Absolute BS, if you can’t run buses on time, can’t manage Health without 18 month waiting lists and your secured digital data bases get hacked regularly, what make them think digitizing everything securely within 4 years is possible?: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government has pledged nearly two thousand six hundred million euros to fully digitise its administration by 2030, aiming to modernise social services, judicial systems, and key economic sectors through advanced digital platforms. The Multiannual Action Plan 2025-2030 proposes automating aid distribution, creating a blockchain-based sovereign digital identity, expanding connectivity via initiatives such as the Andalucía Vuela wifi network, the largest in Europe, and establishing digital entrepreneurship centres in strategic industries.
– However, while the plan is ambitious and well-funded, the sheer scale and complexity of digitising every facet of public administration across a diverse and expansive autonomous community raise questions about feasibility. Challenges such as technological integration, digital literacy among citizens, infrastructure deployment delays, and cyber-security threats may impede timely and complete implementation. Past experience in large-scale digital transformations suggests that while progress is likely, full digital coverage and seamless service delivery by 2030 remain uncertain. Therefore, cautious optimism is warranted when assessing the government’s ability to meet all stated objectives within the proposed timeframe.
– {Blockchain is not secure for storing private data because vulnerabilities exist at multiple levels, including endpoint security where users’ private keys can be stolen through phishing attacks, and also during data transmission, which can be compromised by routing attacks that intercept sensitive information without detection. Additionally, poor key management, insider threats, and potential breaches in smart contracts or misconfigurations can expose private data, and the immutable nature of blockchain can hinder correction or deletion of erroneous or sensitive information once recorded, thereby risking irreversible privacy violations,
Blockchain is decentralized, so by definition copies of all contents are distributed to thousands of depositories; blockchain is the opposite of privacy! DefiLlama, an aggregator of decentralized financial information, reports that blockchain hacks have resulted in losses exceeding US$200 million in just June 2024 alone. See image. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/administracion-andaluza-sera-totalmente-digital_0_2004476003.html
Blockchain dangers ref: https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/us/security/news/cybercrime-and-digital-threats/unchaining-blockchain-security-part-3-exploring-the-threats-associated-with-private-blockchain-adoption

TORROX

Torrox raises its water bill by 63 cents more per month per 15,000 litres: {Translation, summary}
– The Torrox City Council has approved the modification of the tax ordinance regulating the rate for water supply and the sewerage service. This is due to the application of the year-on-year CPI and the additional update due to the economic increase produced in the purchase of water. Specifically, the Torrox City Council will apply an update of the water rate of 0.63 cents per month per 15,000 liters of water consumption. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/torrox-sube-recibo-agua-centimos-mes-15000-20250728164756-nt_amp.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Paco El Bueno, an insurance agent accused of defrauding 200 people out of €300 million, has been arrested: {Translation, summary}
– Paco El Bueno became renowned for making the economy flourish for all who approached him. Small investors who entrusted him with a few thousand euros saw these sums increase by as much as 300 per cent, and they devoted themselves to spreading the word far and wide, albeit always in secret, throughout the town of Vélez Málaga.
– Francisco Gutiérrez Ortega, known as Paco El Bueno, gained fame by promising high returns to small investors. He attracted over 200 people, including police officers, lawyers, and even lottery winners, who entrusted him with large sums, believing in his reputed financial skill.
– The scheme allegedly operated as a pyramid fraud, with investors given handwritten documents or papers bearing the insurance company Occident’s letterhead, where Gutiérrez was once an agent. In mid-July, Gutiérrez and his Ukrainian wife disappeared, leaving victims with estimated losses of up to 300 million euros. {200 small investors lost €300Mil? The small investments averaged €1.5mil, all from 200 people in the Velez Malaga area? That many locals, dumb enough to fall for this kind of scam, got that kind of money laying around? There is something fishy with these numbers. -Ed.} Contrary to rumours of fleeing abroad, he was arrested in Logroño.
– The investigation revealed family involvement, including his wife, brother-in-law, and sister, all owning properties disproportionate to their incomes. The insurance firm terminated its relationship with him and is cooperating with authorities. Affected investors have formed a group planning protests against Gutiérrez and Occident, tying into the high-profile Starlite Marbella festival. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/cronica/2025/07/29/6888a206fdddff6e3b8b4587.html

HEALTH

An illegal aesthetic medicine centre with thousands of followers on social networks dismantled in Granada: {Translation, summary}
– A 29-year-old Russian woman was arrested by the National Police for alleged offences against public health and illegal professional practice. She ran an unlicensed aesthetic medicine centre in Granada, performing lip augmentations using hyaluronic acid without medical guarantees or supervision.
– Such treatments are legally restricted to qualified doctors and cannot be carried out by nurses or other health professionals.
– The centre was promoted on social media and attracted nearly 15,000 followers.
– During a joint inspection with regional health authorities, police found hundreds of client consent forms, unsecured vials of hyaluronic acid, some opened and improperly stored, and a large amount of cash. This operation, named ‘For Quality’, followed warnings from the Granada Aesthetic Medicine Association about the proliferation of illegal clinics posing health risks.
– The detained woman was presented to the Granada Investigating Court. Investigations continue to determine the full scope of the illicit activity and any further liabilities. The case highlights significant public health concerns linked to clandestine cosmetic clinics. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-desarticulado-importante-centro-medicina-estetica-ilegal-granada-miles-seguidores-redes-20250729113517.html

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ICU nurses at Malaga Regional Hospital respond to staff shortages- “We cannot guarantee safe care”: {Translation, summary}
– The nurses at the Regional Hospital have long reported a shortage of around 300 staff, claiming the summer staffing plan is inadequate. Recently, ICU nurses formally protested, declaring it impossible to ensure safe and appropriate care with current staffing, and warning that the situation is “unsustainable.”
– Due to staffing shortages, eight ICU beds have been closed, and critical patients have been transferred from ICU to wards overnight to free space. A highly severe patient required urgent transfer on artificial heart support, exacerbating the pressure amid insufficient personnel. The Nursing Union warned that insufficient staffing risks negligence and condemned reliance on double shifts and forced early discharges.
– The hospital described the incident as an exceptional one-off event, handled with necessary safety measures, and reaffirmed its commitment to quality care and its staff, noting ongoing efforts to improve complex patient transfer protocols. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/enfermeros-uci-hospital-regional-malaga-falta-personal_0_2004475997.html

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DigameXtra No. 3058 Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

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Pueblos Blancos Music Festival #8: July 31 – Aug 3, 2025
The beautiful main scenarios will be outside in the beautiful towns:
– Ronda (Auditorio Blas Infante): Friday – Saturday (August 1-2, 2025)
– Montejaque (Plaza Constitucion): Thursday – Sunday (July 31 – August 3, 2025)
– Jimera de Libar: Thursday – Friday, July 31 – August 1, 2025)
– Olvera: Saturday (August 2, 2025)
– Cortes de la Frontera: Friday – Saturday (August 1-2, 2025)
Returning to this festival again this year is Joe King Carrasco, a legendary musician whose music is a cross-cultural blend of rock and Latin rhythms fused with salsa, reggae and blues. Others who are no strangers to this festival are Donovan Keith, one of Texas’ most promising young soul singers, and Joao Cossa, a reggae artiste who fuses his music with southern African sounds and rhythms.
Other bands include Slim Jim and the Redeemers, a Barcelona country-rock outfit who offer a mix of original songs and traditional American roots music; Debra Watson and the Smoking Aces, an Austin band described as a “force of energy” and who perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Blues, Swing, Jazz and Rockabilly; The Maddening Flames, one of the most acclaimed Spanish indie-rock groups of the 1990s; and Zinger, considered one of Belgium’s top bands due to their original mix of brass infused rock and roll.
– For more information, schedules, locations and times, see the Pueblos Blancos Music Festival Facebook page, or www.pueblosblancosmusicfestival.com & Video Link

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Parque El Majuelo, Almunecar: Coming Concerts & Plays
– Fri, 1 Aug, 10pm. ‘Noche en La Habana’ with Bernáldez Latin Jazz Orquesta.
– Sat, 2 Aug, 10pm. David Barrul ‘La Caña Flamenca’.
– Sun, 3 Aug, 8:30pm. Kiki Morente with Estrella Morente & Soleá Morente.
– Mon, 4 Aug, 10:30pm. Theater Night- El Barbero de Sevilla by Teatro Lírico Andaluz.
– Tues, 5 Aug, 10pm. Tribute concert to Joaquín Sabina with Malas Compañías.
– Wed, 6 Aug, 10:30pm. ‘Noche de Boleros’ with Cuarteto Amaranto
– Thurs, 7 Aug, 10pm. ‘Radio Macandé’ with Bordon 4.
– Fri, 8 Aug, 10pm. ‘Viaje con Nosotros’ (Travel with us) with Commander Lara & Co.
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XXXVII Festival de Cante Flamenco de Alcaucín:
August 1, at 11:00 p.m., in the Plaza de la Constitución, Alcaucín.
The event offers the following program:
The singer is Sandra Carrasco with the guitar of David de Arahal.
The singer El Turri with the guitar of Miguel Ángel Cortés.
The singer Raúl Montesinos with the guitar of Ángel Mata.
The singer Paqui Ríos with the guitar of Julio Romero.
Pepe Calayo with the guitar of José Román.
And, on dance, Marías Campos and Lucía Benavides with the guitar of Rubén Campos, the singing of Fernando Rey and Aaron Barrul “El Cigarra” and the percussion of Robert Peralta.
Info & map: https://www.juntadeandalucia.es/cultura/agendaculturaldeandalucia/evento/xxxvii-festival-de-cante-flamenco-de-alcaucin

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Concert- Banda de Musica of Frigiliana presents ‘La Noche del Rock’: Sat, 2 Aug, 9:30pm
Plaza de Las Tres Culturas, Frigiliana
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XXXVI Folklore Festival of the Choirs and Dances of Torre del Mar: Sat, 2 Aug, 10pm
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Antequera’s XXXVIII Flamenco Night of Santa María: Sat, 2 Aug, 10:30pm
Plaza de Santa María, Antequera.
Singers, guitarists & a dancer.
Free admission until full capacity is reached.
Info & map: https://www.juntadeandalucia.es/cultura/agendaculturaldeandalucia/evento/xxxviii-noche-flamenca-de-santa-maria

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SPAIN

Sánchez’s inner circle faces accusations of embezzlement of EU funds:
– The Spanish government faces serious allegations of misusing €21 million in EU funds through corrupt contracts linked to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s close allies, currently under judicial investigation. Senior PSOE figures including Santos Cerdán, former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos, and aide Koldo García allegedly arranged rigged public contracts for preferred companies in exchange for kickbacks.
– These contracts were financed through the EU’s Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, part of the Next Generation EU programme. Companies such as Obras Públicas y Regadíos and Servinabar are implicated, alongside Spain’s largest EU fund recipient, the railway operator ADIF. While investigations continue, it is unclear whether EU funds were directly diverted.
– The European Commission monitors the case closely and warns that proven misallocation will prompt corrective action under EU anti-corruption rules. Spain is the second-largest beneficiary of post-pandemic recovery funding, having received nearly €48 billion in grants and loans, making these allegations a significant threat to its economic recovery and the credibility of the government. Any losses would be devastating. Full article: https://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/sanchezs-inner-circle-faces-accusations-of-embezzlement-of-eu-funds/

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Sánchez promises to present Budget this year and relies on EU recovery funds to compensate for 2 years of delayed budgets, and even these are being lost due to his mismanagement: {DigameXtra exclusive}
– Since the July 2023 election, the Spanish coalition Government under Pedro Sánchez, formed by PSOE and Sumar, has suffered significant mismanagement, notably failing to present a single budget proposal in two years, a critical lapse unprecedented in recent legislatures. Sánchez now promises to fulfil this constitutional duty in 2026 by producing a new budget, yet the Government remains deeply weakened by political fragmentation and instability. He has blatantly ruled out early elections, even though failure to pass the Budget traditionally signals the end of a government’s mandate, a precedent Sánchez himself accepted in 2019.
– The administration’s weakness is further exposed by its dependency on separatist parties, whose demands and opposition have effectively blackmailed the Government, forcing Sánchez into concessions and political compromises just to secure minimal legislative progress. His readiness to meet figures like Carles Puigdemont to negotiate underlines this precarious reliance.
– Key legislation, including measures such as the anti-blackout royal decree law, has been blocked by separatist allies alongside opposition parties, highlighting fragmentation and dysfunction. The Government has also failed to advance major reforms, resulting in serious financial consequences; the European Commission withheld over a billion euros in Recovery Plan funds due to unmet conditions related to taxation and public sector employment reforms.
– Meanwhile, Sánchez’s administration is mired in corruption scandals implicating senior party members, which have been conspicuously omitted from official evaluations. The ongoing political deadlock and concessions to separatists undermine the coalition’s credibility and cast doubt on its capacity to govern effectively or win a new election without ever more concessions to the blackmailers.
– Furthermore, Sánchez’s government has mismanaged the crucial Next Generation EU Recovery funds intended to revive Spain’s economy post-pandemic. Allegations persist that some of these vital funds have been diverted or misused to prop up Sánchez’s faltering administration rather than support genuine recovery efforts. This strategic misappropriation coupled with political compromises to separatist parties has not only deepened Spain’s economic challenges but also weakened the government’s credibility domestically and within the EU.
– Sánchez, in his socialist dreamland, left no room for defeatism in his speech. He presented Spain as “one of the best-functioning countries in Europe and the world” and his government as a guarantee that the “double regression” that, he argued, the PP and Vox coalition represents in various areas, such as historical memory, the advancement of rights, and the environment, will not be imposed. “We have to earn trust every day, but the most important thing is the attitude of humility, openness, ability to negotiate, and putting oneself in the other’s shoes that the government has had,” he argued, “and that the opposition does not have, as it can only reach agreements with one group, which is Vox.” – {PP + VOX is a majority of the voters, thus Sanchez admits he caters to a minority special interest and ignores the majority. This is commonly known as a failed gov’t, or even socialist tyranny. -Ed.}
Refs: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/sanchez-feijoo-libran-duelo-balances-hoy-pulso-20250728000235-ntrc_amp.html &
https://thecorner.eu/news-spain/brussels-freezes-over-e1-1-billion-from-spains-fifth-next-gen-payment-due-to-unmet-tax-reform/121106/ &
https://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/sanchezs-inner-circle-faces-accusations-of-embezzlement-of-eu-funds/

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Abascal charges Sánchez for boasting about security- He is the “one responsible” for the “horror” in the streets: {Translation}
– On Monday, Vox leader Santiago Abascal pointed to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as the “main person responsible” for the ‘horror’ that, in his opinion, is experienced “every day” on the streets of Spain. He did so after the head of the executive boasted about the country’s security levels.
– During his review of the political year on Monday in Moncloa, Sánchez highlighted Spain’s situation in various areas. “We have a first-class healthcare system, a vibrant productive fabric that offers unique public services and public goods, and the safest streets, I’m not going to say in the world, but almost,” Sánchez fantasized out loud.
– “He is primarily responsible for the horror that is repeated on every street in Spain. Every day,” Abascal replied via his ‘X’ account, where he once again linked immigration and insecurity. He complained that the president “has not said a single word about the women who have been raped in recent weeks” and has not even mentioned “the girl burned alive by a savage who recently arrived on a boat.” Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-abascal-carga-contra-sanchez-presumir-seguridad-principal-responsable-horror-calles-20250728163811.html

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The Government approves on Tuesday to extend parental leave to 17 weeks and pay part of the care leave: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Government will approve an historic extension to parental leave, increasing childbirth leave from 16 to 17 weeks and introducing two fully paid weeks of child care leave until the child turns eight, with retroactive application from August 2024. Single-parent families, mostly mother-headed, will benefit from 32 weeks of leave, with four weeks flexible until the child is eight years old. This reform results from an agreement between PSOE and Sumar within the coalition Government, pressed by legal obligations and to avoid escalating fines from the European Union, which currently charges Spain 9,000 euros daily, rising to 43,000 euros from 1 August. The measures aim to strengthen the Welfare State and support families, particularly recognising unpaid leaves and lactation rights. Vice-President Yolanda Díaz emphasised that delaying approval would waste public funds and be irresponsible, while reaffirming the Government’s commitment to expanding social rights amidst ongoing challenges. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/epsocial/igualdad/noticia-gobierno-aprueba-martes-ampliar-permiso-nacimiento-17-semanas-retribuir-parte-permiso-cuidado-20250728124551.html

ANDALUCÍA

Temperatures rise in Andalusia with maximums of up to 40 degrees: {Translation}
– Andalucía will once again experience a rise in temperatures this week, though only a mild and moderate increase. Temperatures will be the main factor to monitor. In the Guadalquivir Valley, highs are expected between 38 and 40 degrees throughout the week, with yellow and even occasional orange heat warnings in the area.
– Night-time lows will offer no relief, according to Juan de Dios del Pino, the regional delegate of the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), as they will not fall below 20ºC. Between Wednesday and Friday, temperatures could reach 23ºC, promising tropical nights over wide areas of the community.
– Del Pino told Europa Press that although the week will be warm and somewhat hotter than the previous one, no extreme temperatures are anticipated. The heat will be significant, especially in southern and western Andalucía, yet within the usual range for this time of year.
– Andalucía faces a week marked by atmospheric stability under the influence of the Atlantic anticyclone. Predominantly clear or lightly clouded skies will be the norm, although towards the end of the week—especially Friday—cloud build-up may occur over the eastern sierras, with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms as the anticyclone’s influence lessens there.
– Winds will mainly be from the east (levante) for most of the week, generally light except around the Strait of Gibraltar and the Almeria coast, where they may blow strongly on Wednesday and Thursday, easing from Friday.
– On Monday and Tuesday, westerly winds (poniente) will prevail, causing a temporary dip in temperatures in the Guadalquivir Valley, except along the Málaga coast, where a local hot wind (terral) today will briefly raise temperatures. From Tuesday onward, as the levante returns, Málaga will see a temperature drop while inland Andalucía may experience a rise or sustained high temperatures. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1912973/suben-las-temperaturas-en-andalucia-con-maximas-de-hasta-40-grados/

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The increase in defence spending in Europe puts the future of the countryside in Andalucia in check: {Translation, summary}
– The European Commission’s draft budget for 2028-2034 proposes to quintuple military spending, offset by a 20-22% cut to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), reducing its funds from 378 billion to 300 billion euros. This cut heavily threatens Andalucia, the Spanish region most reliant on CAP, receiving 25% of Spain’s aid, supporting about 250,000 farms with annual average payments of 6,050 euros.
– The reduction would render many holdings unviable, accelerating rural abandonment already worsened by rising production costs, inflation, war in Ukraine, price volatility, and climate change. The CAP has been instrumental since 1962 in safeguarding European agricultural sovereignty and preventing rural depopulation, especially in Andalucia since Spain’s EU accession in 1986. Now, European, national, and regional agriculture leaders unite to oppose the cuts, warning of renewed protests and tractor demonstrations across Spain and Brussels. The timing, mid-summer after harvest, adds urgency to a sector already facing an existential crisis due to economic and environmental pressures. Source, Spanish: https://cordopolis.eldiario.es/cordoba-hoy/sociedad/aumento-gasto-defensa-europa-pone-jaque-futuro-campo-andalucia_1_12491738.html

AXARQUÍA

Free gazpacho and party until dawn in Alfarnatejo this Saturday: {Update, translation}
– The municipality of Alfarnatejo is preparing for one of the most eagerly awaited events of the summer: Gazpacho Day, a festival that pays tribute to one of the most iconic dishes of local cuisine, Gazpacho de los Tres Golpes, combining culture, tradition, and fun. The festivities will begin on Thursday, July 31, and continue until Saturday, August 2, with activities for all ages, concerts, shows, and the eagerly awaited free distribution of gazpacho.
**Full programme for the Día del Gazpacho de Alfarnatejo**
– Thursday 31 July
8:00 pm – Alpaca throwing contest “Salta al Tejón” under the stone arch of the Miguel Alba municipal park
10:00 pm – Gastronomic contest in Miguel Alba municipal park (pintxos)
11:30 pm – Night bingo
– Friday 1 August
5:00 – 7:00 pm – Water party at the municipal swimming pool (the pool will be closed to the public)
10:00 pm – Musical El gran showman performed by the youths of the Lorena Díaz Musical Theatre School
11:30 pm – Performance by the trio Elektra
1:30 am – Neon party with the girls from La Farándula
3:00 am – Performance by the trio Elektra
– Saturday 2 August
12:00 noon – Parade by the Alfarnate-Alfarnatejo Music School
12:00 noon – Opening of the Sabor a Málaga market, the lavender market, and workshops and activities around the municipality
12:30 pm – Institutional event for the Fiesta del Gazpacho de los 3 Golpes at the Arroyos botanical garden: opening of José Luis Puche’s exhibition at the Casa de la Cultura; presentation of the book Lágrimas de papel by Miguel Alba; tribute to local ceramic women and the futsal champions; and showcooking by the cooking school “La Fábrica” with Samuel Perea at the Casa de la Cultura
1:30 pm – Sale of gazpacho bowls for 2025 and start of the free distribution of the gazpacho de los 3 golpes
3:00 pm – Performance by the Kalima orchestra
6:00 pm – Performance by the Olivetti cover band
11:00 pm – Performance by the Showelectra orchestra
1:00 am – Performance by the Rocking Retro cover band
3:00 am – Performance by the Showelectra orchestra
4:00 am – After party by DJ Javi Domínguez
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/gazpacho-gratis-fiesta-amanecer-pueblo-malaga-sabado_0_2004450005.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

The heat melts Malaga, which marks the highest temperatures in Spain: Alora with 42.4 degrees and Coín with 41.6: {Translation, first 2 paragraphs}
– The heat has returned with a vengeance to the province of Málaga, as can be confirmed in the Guadalhorce Valley, where temperatures have exceeded 42 degrees. In Álora and Coín, residents may have thought about trying to fry an egg on the street—a classic summer scene on Andalusian television—because these towns recorded the two highest temperatures of the day in all of Spain. In Álora, thermometers reached 42.4 degrees at 5:50 p.m., after already passing 42 degrees at 4 p.m. Meanwhile, in Coín, temperatures reached 41.6 degrees at 4:30 p.m. Melting, and unable to blame the terral wind.
– Estepona didn’t have an easy day either, with 40.3 degrees reached at 6:00 p.m. The fourth highest temperature in the country on Monday, under a yellow warning in effect from noon until 9:00 p.m. in the Guadalhorce Valley, the western Costa del Sol, and the Antequera region, where the municipality of Antequera itself recorded 37.5 degrees. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/calor-derrite-malaga-temperaturas-altas-alora-coin_0_2004473012.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria will host the closing ceremony of the Malaga Flamenco Art Biennial with the premiere of ‘Soy gitano’ (I am a gypsy): {Translation, summary}
– The 9th Málaga Flamenco Art Biennial, organised by the Provincial Council through Turismo Costa del Sol, will conclude on Saturday, 2nd August at 10:00 pm at the Rincón de la Victoria auditorium with an in-house production.
– ‘Soy gitano’ brings together two of the most Camarón-inspired voices today, Duquende and Pedro El Granaíno, with dancer Farruquito and the Málaga Symphony Orchestra, led by Rubén Díez. Also performing are guitarists Manuel Valencia and Paco Cruzado; percussionist Paco Vega; and choirs and clapping by Bolita, Manuel de la Nina, and Gema and Rocío Monje Montoya, daughters of Camarón de la Isla. Music direction is by composer and arranger Jesús Bola.
– The show is based on songs Camarón de la Isla recorded and popularised, such as ‘Nana del caballo grande,’ ‘La tarara’ (taranta), ‘Calle Real’ (fandangos), ‘La leyenda del tiempo’ (jaleos), and ‘Soy gitano’ (tangos), celebrating the legendary artist’s best moments.
– Lasting 80 minutes, ‘Soy gitano’ is an original idea by the Biennial director Antonio Roche González, with technical coordination by Patricia Gea and hosted by flamenco expert Manuel Curao. Tickets are available at mientrada.net and the auditorium box office from one hour before the show.
Ticket link (€35): https://www.mientrada.net/evento/ix-bienal-flamenco-malaga-soy-gitano/
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-acogera-el-cierre-de-la-bienal-de-arte-flamenco-de-malaga-con-el-estreno-de-soy-gitano/

UKRAINE WAR

Trump says he’s no longer interested in speaking with Putin:
– U.S. President Donald Trump said he is no longer interested in speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “I’m not so interested in talking anymore. […] We have such nice conversations, such respectful and nice conversations, and then people die the following night, with a missile going into a town and hitting — recently, I guess, the nursing home, but they hit other things,” Trump said on Monday.
– Trump also said he would shorten the deadline he had previously set for the Russian president to agree to a ceasefire. “I’m going to make a new deadline of about 10 or 12 days from today,” he said. Trump had earlier demanded that Putin halt hostilities by the beginning of September.
– If Moscow fails to implement a ceasefire, Trump threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on imports to the United States from any country that continues trading with Russia.
– The two leaders last spoke by phone on July 3. Following the call, Trump voiced dissatisfaction, saying he doubted Putin was genuinely committed to achieving a swift peace.
Full article: https://meduza.io/en/news/2025/07/28/trump-says-he-s-no-longer-interested-in-speaking-with-putin

UK

The ‘Golf Force One’: this is the armoured buggy with which Donald Trump has surprised in Scotland: {Translation, summary}
– It seems that Donald Trump spares no expense in terms of security, especially after the attack he suffered last year at a rally in Pennsylvania. During his recent visit to the Trump Turnberry golf course the U.S. president used a custom armoured buggy that has not gone unnoticed.
– Informally nicknamed as Golf Force One, the small vehicle is a modified version of the Polaris Ranger XP NorthStar Edition, a utility SUV commonly used by police forces in rural areas. The unit has been transformed with a level of armour unusual for a golf environment, as part of a reinforcement in security protocols around the president.
– The buggy has several visible modifications: a dark strip on the windscreen that indicates the presence of bulletproof glass, reinforced side panels and an armoured rear structure, possibly used for storage of equipment or security personnel. The vehicle is equipped with all-terrain tires designed to support the extra weight of armour so as not to compromise mobility on the soft ground of golf courses. The vehicle has an estimated top speed of 105 km/h and capacity for six occupants, as well as enough space to transport clubs and sports equipment. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/sociedad/golf-force-one-buggy-blindado_0_2004473257.html

FASHION

Queen Letizia sweeps Tenerife with her most flattering summer dress: {Translation, summary}
– On Monday, July 28, 2025, Queen Letizia concluded her institutional agenda in Tenerife by presiding over the annual meeting of directors of the Cervantes Institute at the University of La Laguna.
– For the occasion, Queen Letizia opted for one of her most recognizable summer outfits: a floral-print chiffon dress by Adolfo Domínguez, which she has worn on previous occasions and has become a classic in her wardrobe. The crossover design features lantern sleeves, a V-neckline, and a flattering belt, all in shades of pink and coral that enhance her summer tan. The Queen completed the look with nude slingback shoes by Magrit and diamond earrings, maintaining the sobriety and elegance that characterize her recent public appearances. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/chance/realeza/noticia-reina-letizia-arrasa-tenerife-vestido-veraniego-mas-favorecedor-20250728160430.html

RECALLS

Ketamine drug for dog, cat and horse anaesthesia is recalled due to a defect: {Translation}
– The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) has detected a quality defect in batches of the veterinary drug Anesketin 100 mg/ml (Ketamine), which is an injectable solution for dogs, cats and horses (registration number 2834 ESP). The problem is related to the presence of silicone particles in several vials of this drug, specifically in batches 149366, 150950 and 152290.
– The non-compliance has been notified by the representative of the marketing owner of the article, Dechra Veterinary Products. The AEMPS, after receiving an update on the status of the investigations and not being able to clarify the origin of the quality defect, has decided to initiate the withdrawal of all affected batches up to the veterinary level, as indicated in a statement. These measures are agreed with the owner of the medicine and are in accordance with the measures taken in other countries.
– For this reason, the AEMPS has decreed Alert VDC 8/2025 ordering the withdrawal from the market of the aforementioned batches of the veterinary medicine by Eurovet Animal Health B.V. as responsible for marketing. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/retiran-medicamento-perros-gatos-caballos-defecto-20250727184107-nt_amp.html

TECH

Usually new versions of Windows are the problem, but now as Win 11 approaches its Oct ’27 retirement it is more buggy than ever! Microsoft quietly fixed Windows 11 24H2 issues caused by past update:
– Microsoft has tacitly confirmed that the mandatory Windows 11 24H2 updates from past months negatively impacted the operating system’s stability, which is bad timing for the company who recently claimed that Windows 11 is the “most reliable” version of Windows ever.
– The issues continued with mandatory updates KB5060842 and KB5063060 in June, which brought their own problems. Windows 11 users might’ve seen error messages such as 0x800f0922, 0x80070002, 0x80070306 or 0x800f0991 when they tried to install the updates.
– According to Windows Latest, system stability issues include: games randomly restarting, Windows taskbar freezes, incorrect Windows Firewall events, among other reported issues. Microsoft has now quietly confirmed these problems.
– Microsoft has recently committed to improving Windows 11 performance and made moves to improve Windows 11 stability with stricter driver standards. Hopefully the company will hold true to its words and these sorts of issue-laden Windows 11 updates will become a thing of the past. Full article: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2860675/microsoft-quietly-fixed-windows-11-24h2-issues-caused-by-past-update.html

SPACE

Smithsonian Magazine- How to Watch This Week’s Stunning Dual Meteor Shower and More Upcoming Celestial Events:
– The night sky has a lot in store this summer. And this week, you can catch a double meteor shower when the Southern Delta Aquariids and the Alpha Capricornids peak at the same time. The famous Perseids will peak in mid-August, though experts say you could actually get a better view of the highly anticipated shower this month.
– Here’s everything you need to know about the celestial events lighting up the sky. Full article: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/how-to-watch-this-weeks-stunning-dual-meteor-shower-and-more-upcoming-celestial-events-180987063/

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Feria de Álora 2025: Wed-Sun, 30 July – 3 August
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Feria de Torre de Benagalbón: 1 thru 3 August
The fair attractions will be located this year on a new plot next to the Campomar Street and Avenida de lah Torre, offering a spacious and comfortable space for the enjoyment of the whole family.
Children’s days are July 30 and 31, with reduced prices at all attractions. In addition, an innovative “hour without sound” has been implemented from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., designed especially for people with hearing sensitivity.
BENAGALBÓN FAIR PROGRAM 2025
THURSDAY, JULY 31
2:00 p.m. Lunch for our seniors.
4:00 p.m. Children’s and Cadet Indoor Soccer Championship at the Rubén Ruzafa Pavilion.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1
9:00 p.m. Opening speech by Claudio Gallardo Navarrete
10:00 p.m. Election of Mises Torre de Benagalbón.
11:30 p.m. Performance by La Otra Oreja (Oreja de Van Gogh tribute band).
1:30 a.m. Performance by Stereo Versiones.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2
2:00 p.m. Indoor soccer trophy presentation.
3:00 p.m. Paella for everyone.
Members: pick up your invitations at the association headquarters.
Non-members: €2 per plate.
3:00 p.m. Musical show by Miguel Botana.
11:30 p.m. Performance by Ana de Caro.
1:30 a.m. Performance by Indiana.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3
9:00 p.m. Performance by Ana Celia Pérez’s Torresol dance group.
11:00 p.m. Performance by Malamanera.
1:00 a.m. Fireworks
Info: https://www.turismoenrincon.es/feria-torre-de-benagalbon-2025/

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El Morche hosts ‘La Noche del Loona’: Sat, 2 Aug. Free.
From the 11:30 p.m. in the El Morche Promenade.
A very special edition that is committed to an open, free and family format, designed for all audiences and with a powerful musical and leisure programme.

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Alfarnatejo Gazpacho Festival 2025: Sat, 2 Aug.
Info & map: https://www.andaluciamia.com/es/tours/feria-del-gazpacho-en-alfarnatejo-pueblo-bonito-de-la-axarquia/

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XXX Rocksario Festival: Villanueva del Rosario, Sat, 2 Aug
The heart of rock beats strong in Villanueva del Rosario with the celebration of the Rocksario Festival, an event that brings together well-known bands from the national scene for a night of live outdoor music. Featuring a lineup mixing rock, fusion, and alternative sounds, along with bar services on site, this event has become one of the most anticipated musical gatherings of the summer in the northeastern Málaga region. Info & map: https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/culture-and-museums/fairs-and-festivals/xxx-rocksario-festival-p109093

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Flamenco Concert, VIII Concurso de Cante Flamenco ‘Antonio de Canillas’: Canillas de Aceituno, Thurs, 7 Aug
Paying tribute to one of its great figures with the celebration of the VIII Concurso de Cante Flamenco ‘Antonio de Canillas’. The grand final will take place during the XLII Noche Flamenca, an emblematic event that combines emotion, talent, and deep respect for the roots. A unique opportunity to enjoy the most authentic flamenco in the land that saw the birth of this great singer.
The final of the contest, which will be attended by four of the singers who have participated in the qualifying phases, will be held in the will be held in the Plaza de lah Constitución in Canillas de Aceituno, at a time yet to be determined. Info: FB
https://www.facebook.com/AytoCanillas/posts/cante-flamenco-convocado-el-viii-concurso-de-cante-flamenco-antonio-de-canillas-/1511693599962816/

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SPAIN

Police alert for “Tik Tok jihadism”- Alarming number of radicalised minors arrested in Spain: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish police and intelligence agencies have expressed deep concern over the sharp rise in minors involved in jihadist activities. Official data from the Memorial Centre for Victims of Terrorism reveals a dramatic increase since 2023: fifteen minors were arrested in 2024, more than double the six in 2023, amounting to a 150% rise, with seven more detained in the first half of 2025 alone. This contrasts starkly with only eight arrests between 2017 and 2022.
– Social media platforms, especially Tik Tok and Telegram, play a crucial role in spreading jihadist propaganda targeting youth—a phenomenon dubbed “Tik Tok jihadism” by expert Lorenzo Vidino. Arrests last year included minors in possession of explosive materials and weapons, exemplified by a 17-year-old from Seville sentenced for attempting a bombing using triacetone triperoxide (TATP), the explosive linked to the 2017 Barcelona attacks. Authorities note that juvenile radicalisation often begins early, fuelled largely by online environments, and that many youths show unclear or shifting ideological beliefs.
– Jihadist propaganda has grown more sophisticated, employing artificial intelligence to produce multimedia content, much of it translated into Spanish by dedicated groups like Daesh’s ‘Voice of Al Andalus’. The explicit nature of this propaganda—including graphic videos—has deeply affected minors. Judicial proceedings against radicalised juveniles are rising significantly, signalling an urgent need for enhanced prevention and policing to counter this escalating threat.
– While the official totals may seem low, the combination of investigative secrecy, gaps in reporting, and the scale of unreported radicalisation suggest authorities may indeed be understating the true scope of the problem. Experts and international law enforcement bodies consistently warn that the real number of minors involved in extremist networks and activities is likely much higher than arrest figures show. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5733729/0/alerta-policial-yihadismo-tik-tok-dispara-numero-menores-radicalizados-detenidos-espana/
Last paragraph ref: https://ctc.westpoint.edu/generation-jihad-the-profile-and-modus-operandi-of-minors-involved-in-recent-islamist-terror-plots-in-europe/

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‘DegreeGate’ Continues– The mayor of Madrid , José Luis Martínez-Almeida, published this Saturday a photo of what he described as a “master fraud” of the Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Óscar Puente: {Translation}
– Through his social network X, the Madrid councillor, on paternity leave, uploaded the photo underlining the word ‘course’ to question his qualifications. According to the image published by Almeida, it is simply a certificate of completion of a single course deceptively named “Master in Political Management”, granted by the Jaime Vera Study Center, not a degree for completion of a Master’s program in Political Management.
– {The Instituto Jaime Vera (IES Jaime Vera) does not appear to offer, or have ever offered, Masters programs. Its educational offerings focus mainly on secondary and pre-university education levels. The official information on their website and related admission materials for 2025-2026 indicate regular schooling rather than postgraduate degrees. -Ed. Ref: https://iesjaimevera.org/index.php/informacion-a-las-familias/proceso-de-admision-2025-2026}
– It should be remembered that Minister Puente was the first to question the academic training of the PP deputy Noelia Núñez , who finally ended up resigning for having falsified it. Subsequently, there have been many officials, both from the PP and the PSOE, who have demanded the resignations of political rivals for, supposedly, boasting of university degrees that they lacked. Full article: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5734686/0/almeida-publica-una-foto-master-cum-fraude-puente/ & X Link

AXARQUÍA

The Axarquía desalination plant continues to be delayed- the preliminary draft will not be ready until September, construction will begin 2027 at the earliest, not up and running till early 2030’s at best: {Translation, summary of article by Eugenio Cabezas/DiarioSur}
– The Axarquía still clamours for a desalination plant. Although the hydrological year was much wetter than the previous three, the eastern Málaga region continues to demand that the project pledged by the central Government since May 2023 be advanced, a project that it declared of general State interest. More than two years later, the project is still progressing, albeit within the slow bureaucratic labyrinth, although signs are beginning to emerge that there is a determined will to push it forward.
– After the Ministry for Ecological Transition awarded the contract last March for the supervision of the preliminary project, those who will be the final users of the water resources — the farmers and Axaragua, the public company of the Eastern Consortium — continue striving to successfully complete the preliminary design, which they commissioned last year to an engineering firm based in Málaga. Although it was originally expected that this work would conclude by the end of 2024, the deadline has been delayed first to February, then to May, and now it is anticipated for September this year.
– “The deadline was initially March, then May, now we speak of September… and we shall see if it is ready then,” stated Jorge Martín (PP), president of the Consortium of Municipalities of the Eastern Costa del Sol–Axarquía, in remarks to Cadena Ser in the Axarquía, stressing that, in any case, “the important thing is that when the location is defined, it has all the necessary services and channels for its operation.” Jaime Zaldúa, the spokesman for the Central Junta of Users of the Axarquía and a lawyer, expressed a similar view to SUR, expressing hope that the documentation may be submitted to the Ministry after the summer.
– The purpose of these delays is to ensure that the documentation submitted has all the necessary technical, bureaucratic, and administrative endorsements so that no further setbacks arise. Thus, once the principal obstacle — the location — was resolved, which will finally be near the Seco river, to the north of the Mediterranean Motorway A-7, in the area between Las Campiñuelas and Camino del Higueral, in the sector known as VM-23 of the current General Urban Development Plan (PGOU) of Vélez-Málaga, work is underway to ensure the project possesses all the basic services required by an infrastructure of this nature and magnitude.
– The land chosen for the future public desalination plant of the Axarquía, designated as equipment land, covers some 60,000 square metres, mostly owned by the Vélez town council, although a small portion is privately owned. Celestino Rivas (PP), the Urban Planning councillor, informed SUR that bureaucratic procedures for eminent domain acquisition of the private properties have already begun.
– Accordingly, it will be necessary to build a new electrical substation in the area, to lay collectors and connection infrastructures with the irrigation and supply networks of the eastern region, and to create water storage tanks. The preliminary project will be sent to “Acuamed”, the State public company under the Ministry for Ecological Transition, which will be charged with its supervision, as a preliminary step to tendering the detailed project and construction works, which will cost approximately one hundred million euros. Since last March, the consultancy firm TPF Getinsa Euroestudios S.L. has been responsible for supervising these technical review works of the document prepared by the future users, with a deadline of eighteen months and a cost of 80,626 euros.
– The new location of the desalination plant has been agreed about two kilometres east of the initial site, which was near the El Ingenio shopping centre and the Vélez-Málaga treatment plant. It will also be about two kilometres from the coast, in an area known as Las Campiñuelas, on the Camino de Torrox, close to the Seco riverbed. These are the lands proposed by the Vélez-Málaga town council, which, together with the Agriculture Department of the Andalusian Government, is responsible for facilitating this process to the State company Acuamed. The location at Las Campiñuelas reduces investment and cuts operational costs by roughly 30 per cent
– Projections thus indicate late 2026 as the date for the next major bureaucratic milestone, the tendering of the detailed project’s drafting and the construction of the future public desalination plant in the Axarquía. The estimated cost of the works is around one hundred million euros, to be advanced by the Government and later repaid by the users over a period of up to fifty years with a grace period to be determined. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/desaladora-axarquia-retraso-anteproyecto-redactado-septiembre-20250721164004-nt.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

The Aemet activates a yellow heat warning in Malaga this Monday- up to 43 degrees in Pizarra: {Translation, summary}
– The heat returns to the province. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has activated a yellow warning for high temperatures this Monday in several areas, focused on the interior and the western coast. The alerts will be activated at different times depending on the region affected.
– In Antequera, the warning will be in effect from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with maximum temperatures expected to reach 38 degrees Celsius.
– Meanwhile, on the western Costa del Sol—from Manilva to the city of Malaga—and in the Guadalhorce Valley, the yellow alert will be active from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Particularly high temperatures are expected in these areas. In Coín, temperatures could reach 41 degrees, in Alhaurín el Grande 40 degrees, and in Pizarra the highest temperature of the day is expected, with up to 43 degrees Celsius. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/aemet-activa-aviso-amarillo-calor-malaga_0_2004459012.html

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Three forest fires in one afternoon in Malaga- Ojén, Mijas and Almáchar: {Translation, summary}
– Three forest fires were declared in the province of Malaga on Friday afternoon. Ojén, Mijas, and Almáchar were the municipalities affected.
– The fire in the town of Almáchar was the third in just five hours, forcing the Infoca Plan to take action. It started at around 8:53 p.m., according to information posted on the service’s social media accounts.
Infoca deployed a heavy helicopter, a fire engine, two Brica brigades, and an environmental agent to the area. The flames affected an area near the highway, according to the images released.
– The fire in Ojén, in the El Juanar area, was the first forest fire to break out on Friday afternoon. The fire broke out at 4:04 p.m., was brought under control at 5:30 p.m. and extinguished at 8:20 p.m. In this case, Infoca mobilized a medium-heavy helicopter and another heavy helicopter to the site, as well as eight groups of forest firefighters, two operations technicians, two environmental agents, and three fire engines. The Marbella fire department also collaborated.
– The second forest fire that was declared on Friday, in the municipality of Mijas, was stabilized at 8:20 p.m. The fire started around 6:00 p.m. in the Valtocado area. Four aerial resources and three groups of forest firefighters were initially deployed, but shortly afterwards these forces were expanded to six groups of forest firefighters, two Brica brigades, five aerial resources (two ground cargo planes, one heavy helicopter, one medium-heavy, and one light), three operations technicians, a Forest Fire Investigation Brigade, an environmental agent, and the Medical Unit.
Infoca reported at around 7:00 p.m. that the fire was progressing favourably, stabilizing at 8:55 p.m. and later being brought under control. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/incendio-forestal-almachar-malaga_0_2004451673.html & X Link

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Status of the reservoirs in the province of Malaga on Sunday 27/7/25: https://www.redhidrosurmedioambiente.es/saih/parte/diario/embalses

NERJA

Large rockslide next to the Maro Waterfall on Sunday: {Translation}
– Hundreds of beachgoers were given a monumental scare on Sunday afternoon between the Cascada Grande de Maro waterfall and Mareña beach in Nerja when a large rock and earth slide occurred along a 30-meter stretch of the cliffs. No injuries were reported. The incident took place at around 5 p.m., when a loud noise was heard in the area, followed by a large cloud of dust.
– A section of the cliffs, between the busy waterfall and the Mareña beach, collapsed for reasons that are unknown and are currently being investigated. The phenomenon caused quite a stir in the area. However, despite the spectacular nature of the huge landslide, no injuries were reported.
– Sources consulted by SUR have pointed out that the fall of rocks and earth may have been caused by a landslide in an area where there are numerous farms, located right on the edge of the cliffs. The heavy rains so far this hydrological year, combined with the extreme temperatures of recent weeks, may have been the cause of this natural phenomenon.
– Civil Protection and the Nerja Local Police, together with beach lifeguards, immediately cordoned off the area where the landslide occurred to prevent swimmers and paddlers from approaching. However, the rocks and earth fell on a stretch of rocks and cliffs. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/desprendimiento-rocas-cascada-maro-20250727214033-nt_amp.html

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VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

The explosion of a butane cylinder forces a man to be evacuated to hospital with burns in Vélez-Málaga: {Translation}
– A man has been injured this Sunday when a fire broke out in a house in Vélez Málaga, according to the 112, belonging to the Agency of Emergencies of Andalusia. Several witnesses called around 10.30 a.m. to report a fire in a house on Avenida de Las Naciones, indicating that there was a lot of smoke and that there could be injured people.
– The coordination centre reported the facts to the Firefighters of the Provincial Consortium, the Local Police, the National Police and the Health Emergency Center (CES) 061, which mobilised an ICU to the scene.
– Health and fire sources have confirmed that a 64-year-old man has been injured with burns and evacuated to the Axarquía Hospital. In addition, the firefighters have explained that everything points to the origin of the deflagration could be in a butane cylinder. Full article: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/estallido-bombona-butano-obliga-evacuar-hospital-quemaduras-20250727135054-nt.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Tickets Available Now! ‘La del Manojo de Rosas’ and ‘La Tabernera del Puerto’, highlights of the Rincón de la Victoria Zarzuela Festival:
{Translation, summary}
– Rincón de la Victoria will host a new edition of the Zarzuela Festival on August 29 and 30, with performances of two classics from the Spanish opera repertoire: ‘La del Manojo de Rosas’ and ‘La Tabernera del Puerto’. Both shows will be performed by the prestigious Teatro Lírico Andaluz company and will take place at the Manuel Laza Palacio school starting at 10:00 p.m.
– The Councillor for Culture, Paz Couto, emphasized that, in her words, “this is a great opportunity to enjoy two gems of Spanish zarzuela outdoors and in a unique setting such as our municipality.” “There will be a great technical and artistic display. More than 50 professionals will participate in the staging, including the orchestra, choir, performers, production staff, costumes, and lighting, with the presence of nationally and internationally renowned artists,” explained the councillor.
– ‘La del Manojo de Rosas’, with music by maestro Pablo Sorozábal and libretto by Anselmo C. Carreño and Francisco Ramos de Castro, is a zarzuela in two acts divided into six scenes.
– ‘La Tabernera del Puerto’, also with music by Pablo Sorozábal, has a libretto by Federico Romero and Guillermo Fernández Shaw, and is structured in three acts.
– Each show will last approximately one and a half hours.
– Tickets can be purchased in advance for €16 at Calasur Travel (Calle Granada, 10 – Rincón de la Victoria) or at the box office for €18 on the day of the event. For more information, please call: 951 501 097 and 951 501 098.
– Teatro Lírico Andaluz is currently the professional opera company with the largest number of productions and zarzuela titles performed in Spain. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/rincon/manojo-rosas-tabernera-puerto-reclamos-festival-zarzuela-20250725160320-nt.html

EUROPE

US and EU clinch deal with 15% US tariff on most EU exports to avert trade war:
– The United States struck a framework trade deal with the European Union on Sunday, imposing a 15% import tariff on most EU goods, but averting a spiralling battle between two allies which account for almost a third of global trade. The announcement came after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen travelled for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump at his golf course in western Scotland to push a hard-fought deal over the line.
– “We have a trade deal between the two largest economies in the world, and it’s a big deal. It’s a huge deal. It will bring stability. It will bring predictability,” she said.
The deal, which also includes $600 billion of EU investments in the United States and $750 billion of EU purchases of U.S. energy over Trump’s second term, will indeed bring clarity for EU companies.
– Even so, the baseline 15% tariff will be seen by many in Europe as a poor outcome compared with the initial European ambition of a zero-for-zero tariff deal, although it is better than the threatened 30% rate. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/us-eu-clinch-deal-with-15-us-tariff-most-eu-exports-avert-trade-war-2025-07-27/

UK

UK cracks down on underage viewing of adult content, new controls now in effect:
– Many adult sites currently have simple boxes for users to tick and say they’re over 18 – that’s no longer good enough, according to Ofcom. Instead, they’ll have to properly verify their users’ ages before allowing them to see adult content.
– Users visiting adult websites should be presented with a screen that offers them a few different ways to verify their age. {This includes, in addition to porn, sites with self-harm, graphic violence, animal abuse or other age-restricted content. -Ed.} That could be by checking credit card details, checking ID or by using “AI facial age estimation”. This is different to AI facial recognition; whereas facial recognition “recognises” a face by comparing it to an ID or to a database, facial age estimation doesn’t attempt to identify the individual. Instead, it judges faces based on the positions of their features and other ageing traits to estimate how old a user is. “Facial age estimation is effectively taking a selfie in front of your mobile phone or your laptop, and we capture that image […] on behalf of the business,” Robin Tombs, the chief executive of age estimation company Yoti, told Sky News. “[The AI] checks ‘liveness’ to ensure it isn’t a photo of somebody older and then estimates the age from that selfie, and then returns an over-18 or under-18 message to the business. “It then deletes the image.”
– Every company with adult content on its site is obliged to put these rules into place and Ofcom is willing to “be tough” with non-compliers, according to Jessica Smith, the regulator’s online safety principal. It can impose fines of up to £18m or 10% of revenue and, in very serious cases, stop sites operating in the UK. Full article: https://news.sky.com/story/new-internet-rules-come-into-force-this-week-heres-what-will-change-13400034

SPORTS

Football News- Women’s Euro 2025 result, England beats Spain 1-1 (3-1 on pens):
– England are the champions of Europe, defeating world champions Spain in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 final.
After 120 minutes of tense football on Sunday (27 July), Chloe Kelly scored the decisive spot kick in the penalty shootout, as England won 3-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in normal time at St. Jakob-Park.
– Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses are the first nation to defend their women’s European title in 12 years, while Montse Tomé’s Spanish side miss out on the chance to add a third major honour in three years. Full article: https://www.olympics.com/en/news/uefa-womens-euro-2025-final-england-vs-spain-live-updates

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F1 News- Oscar Piastri wins, teammate Lando Norris 2nd:
– Oscar Piastri widened his gap at the top of the Formula 1 2025 drivers’ championship by beating McLaren teammate Lando Norris to the line at the Belgian Grand Prix.
– In a race that started almost an hour and a half later than planned due to rain reducing the drivers’ visibility, the first corner proved to be the major difference between the McLaren‘s as pole-sitter Norris lost time and allowed his teammate to construct an overtake.
– After moving on to the slick tyres, Norris couldn’t quite eat into Piastri‘s margin with enough ferocity and had to settle for second, with Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen and George Russell rounding out the top five. Full article: https://www.total-motorsport.com/oscar-piastri-wins-f1-2025-belgian-grand-prix-mclaren/

SCAMS

Fraud alert in Malaga- fake fines that impersonate the DGT with QR codes: {Translation, summary}
– The Local Police of Malaga has warned this Saturday of a fraud that has been detected this week and that uses the image of the Ministry of the Interior and the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) to scam with false fines.
– They use QR codes that direct to a fraudulent page. In addition, they do not include basic information that is contained in the actual complaint bulletins, such as the officer’s identification number, the place where the alleged violation was committed, or vehicle details. The amount that appears in the false report does not correspond to the official amount established for infractions.
– In case of detecting fines that may be false, citizens have the telephone numbers 951 926 010 and 010 to report this situation or check if the alleged sanction is real. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/alerta-fraude-malaga-multas-falsas-dgt_0_2004459299.html

TRAVEL

A fire affects nine long-distance trains between Andalusia and Madrid: {Translation}
– A fire near the railway tracks has forced the suspension of traffic between Hornachuelos (Córdoba) and Guadajoz (Seville) on Sunday afternoon, which has affected the high-speed connection between Madrid and Andalusia , although it has already been restored. Adif has reported the events after 7:00 p.m . on its X account, formerly Twitter, and by 8:10 p.m. the fire has already been extinguished.
– With this, it has impacted the circulation of nine long-distance trains, with an average delay of 45 minutes. It has also affected three other medium-distance trains that operate at high speed, with an average delay of 35 minutes.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5734776/0/un-incendio-afecta-nueve-trenes-larga-distancia-entre-andalucia-madrid/

SOCIAL MEDIA

EU Digital Regulations Have Unexpected Positive Results- No More Political ads:
– Facebook and Instagram owner Meta said Friday that it will stop all political advertising in the European Union by October, blaming legal uncertainty over new rules designed to increase transparency in election campaigns. The social media giant said in a blog post that it will no longer allow ads for political, electoral and social issues on its platforms, which also include Threads, starting in early October.
– The company said it was making the decision because of the 27-nation EU’s “unworkable” Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising regulations. The rules introduce “significant operational challenges and legal uncertainties,” Meta said. {Yea! Chalk up one for the good guys! -Ed.}
– It’s not the first Big Tech company to make such a move. Google said last year that it would stop serving EU users political ads before the rules take effect, in an announcement that cited similar reasons. Under the regulations, which are set to take effect on Oct. 10, platforms will have to label political ads, disclosing who paid for them, and what campaign, referendum or legislative process they’re connected to. Ads will have to be preserved in a database, and they can only be targeted to users under strict conditions. Violations can be hit with fines worth up to 6% of a company’s annual global revenue.
– The rules are part of Brussels’ wider efforts to counter foreign influence and manipulation in elections, and dovetail with the bloc’s other regulations designed to protect citizens’ privacy and hold platforms more accountable for internet users’ online safety. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/meta-instagram-facebook-eu-european-union-political-89efeac96723308d2a0469740d24d433

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XXXIII Festival Flamenco ‘Puerta de la Axarquía’ in Rincón de la Victoria: Sat, 26 July 10pm. FREE
At Casa Fuerte Bezmiliana.
The festival of singing, guitar and dance welcomes in this edition established artists from different Andalusian provinces.
The public will be able to enjoy the voice of Capullo de Jerez, Pedro Carmona (Video Link), Mari Carmen Lastre and Curro González.
Ramón Trujillo, Chaparro de Málaga, José Reina and José María Jiménez will be present on guitar.
Also performing, the clapping of José Rubichi and Jesús Flores and Antonio El Mole and Juan José. Fátima Navarro (on dance), Rubén Lara (on guitar), Luis de Mateo and Antonio Navarro (singing) and on clapping, Saray Navarro and Amara Navarro.
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Torrox presents its XLIV edición del Festival Internacional de Coros y Danzas
(44th edition of the International Choir and Dance Festival):
Saturday, August 2, at 10pm, the municipality of Torrox will host this event in Plaza de la Almedina, one of the longest-running and most beloved cultural events on Torrox’s summer calendar. 700 seats will be available. This year, the festival will feature the Ballet Folklórico ‘Nuevas Raíces’ from Argentina, plus 2 other dance companies.

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Feria de Coín 2025: Fri – Fri, 8 to 15 August.
More than 15 artists!
– The Fairground attractions run daily, with Children’s Day on Wednesday, 13 August, and a Noise-Free Fair on Friday, 8 August.
– Friday, 8 August, a grand parade from Montesol to Alameda, including a proclamation reading by the Club Ciclista Coín and a pop concert by Ana Guerra at 11:00 p.m.
– Saturday, 9 August, Macarena Albarracín performs at 8:00 p.m., followed by Macarena de la Torre at 9:30 p.m. in Parque San Agustín; Alejados and DJs continue the night at Plaza Alameda.
– Sunday, 10 August features Las Nancys Rubias with Mario Vaquerizo and performances by Macarena Albarracín and Justo Gómez.
– Monday, 11 August, sees Javi Medina at 11:00 p.m., alongside others in Parque San Agustín.
– On 13 and 14 August, Los Caracoles and Omar González perform at the solidarity night for Tomate Huevo de Toro.
– The festival ends Friday, 15 August, with the famous Tomate Huevo de Toro auction where some of the world’s finest tomatoes in 2025 will be displayed, horticultural contests, a solemn mass at 8:00 p.m., and a procession honouring the Virgin of Fuensanta.
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Triana’s 8th Perseids Night Trail: Tuesday, August 12
Registration is now open
A beautiful experience under the meteor shower
The route brings together around 200 people, covering a distance of 13 kilometres, departing at 7:30 p.m. and returning at 2:30 a.m. It will allow participants to contemplate this astronomical phenomenon from the incomparable setting of the Torre de la Atalaya, after passing by the Kalachakra Buddhist Stupa.
The registration fee is ten euros, of which six euros will go to the AFADAX association, which supports elderly people with Alzheimer’s, and four euros will go toward organizational expenses. There will also be a ‘kilometre 0 station’ for residents who want to collaborate with the association but do not want to walk the route. To register for the walk or the ‘0 Km station gathering’, phone 620 000 613, or send a message via WhatsApp on the Triana Corazón de la Axarquía Facebook page.

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The Spanish Governments, National & Regional, Are Full of Frauds- Officers On Both Sides Left & Right Present False Credentials: {Translation, summary & rewrite of 2 combined articles}
– The accusation of inflating curricula affects politicians across the Spanish political spectrum, often met with denial, partial excuses, and occasional apologies, but rarely with resignations. This week Noelia Núñez (conservative PP), a rising star under Isabel Díaz Ayuso, resigned after admitting to false academic claims across several official sites, apologising but acknowledging that was insufficient.
– Among early and prominent cases are Luis Roldán (Socialist PSOE), who fabricated multiple degrees; Cristina Cifuentes (conservative PP), who falsified master’s notes and resigned amid scandal; Pablo Casado (conservative PP), who completed his law degree under dubious circumstances, earned a master’s without attending or merit, and falsely claimed a Harvard postgraduate course; Carmen Montón (Socialist PSOE), who resigned after plagiarising her master’s thesis; Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla (conservative PP), whose CV mysteriously lost a business degree; Tomás Burgos (conservative PP), who claimed an unearned medical degree; and José Manuel Franco (Socialist PSOE), who falsely claimed a mathematics degree and teaching credentials.
– Additional Socialists with inflated qualifications include Pedro Sánchez, who inflated his credentials and concealed his doctorate thesis later documented to be partially plagiarised; Pilar Bernabé, who claimed two unearned licentiates; Cristina Narbona, who asserted doctorateness without qualification; Patxi López, who falsely claimed engineering; Pepe Blanco, who presented an incomplete law degree as finished; Elena Valenciano, who listed two unfinished degrees; Leire Pajín, who claimed unverified university representation; Alfonso Gil, who claimed an unearned law degree; Bernat Soria, who lied about academic posts; Carme Chacón, who misrepresented doctoral studies; Bibiana Aído, whose rapid completion of two degrees raised doubts; Óscar Puente, who misrepresented a political leadership course as a master’s; Isabel Ambrosio, who falsely claimed a teaching degree; Antonio Quintana, who claimed topography qualifications without proper degrees; José Montilla, who faked law and economics degrees; Ximo Puig, who claimed an uncompleted journalism degree; and Mamen Sánchez, who asserted a nonexistent tourism diploma.
– Luis Roldán (Socialist PSOE) never completed secondary education yet fabricated engineering and economic qualifications. Ana Belén Fernández Casero (Socialist PSOE) falsely claimed a diploma in Labour Relations.
– Only Montón and Cifuentes resigned over their cases; most others retained their positions despite exposure. Sociologist Sergio García Magariño attributes this phenomenon to a culture where image and social media recognition eclipse truth, fueled by expanding formal education that dilutes degree value.
– Unlike other countries, where plagiarising politicians resign, such academic inflation in Spain faces comparatively little social sanction, reflecting a broader societal tolerance for falsified political curricula.
Refs: https://www.eldiario.es/sociedad/noelia-nunez-ultima-exdirigente-pp-suma-interminable-lista-politicos-inflaron-curriculums_1_12485804.html & https://okdiario.com/espana/estos-son-20-socialistas-mintieron-curriculum-no-han-dimitido-como-noelia-nunez-15159527

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Tourism Troubles- Spain Is Just Too Darn Expensive These Days- Vox calls on the Gov’t to do something with tourism because summering in Spain now costs as much as going to the Caribbean: {Translation, summary, last paragraph from other source}
– Vox (conservative right) has criticised the high cost of an average holiday in Spain, claiming it is now comparable to staying in five-star hotels in the Caribbean or Morocco {…where locals often speak English AND French, rather than forcing tourists to struggle with one of the many Spanish dialects favoured by locals along Spain’s coasts}.
– The party is urging the Government to grant fiscal relief and intensify promotion to revive domestic tourism and local commerce, both affected by inflation and recent economic policies. Many Spaniards are unable to afford rising accommodation costs, which forces them to shorten holidays or travel abroad. Vox further warns that this decline in national tourism undermines the sense of national belonging and limits citizens’ access to leisure, culture, and the nation’s own natural heritage.
– Vox highlights that local commerce, responsible for 5% of GDP, has lost 120,000 jobs since 2016, with nearly 9,000 businesses closing each year, attributing this erosion to tax increases and regulatory burdens. The party proposes a national tourism plan including:
*Fiscal incentives to establishments offering discounts to Spaniards, especially young people and large families.
*Enhanced promotion of Spain’s cultural, natural, and gastronomic richness.
*Social tourism programmes for the over-sixties.
*Support for local commerce, encouragement for consumption of national products, regulatory simplification, and local product and festival promotion to revive regional economies.
~Impact of Delayed EU Recovery Funds~
– Compounding these difficulties, tourism’s recovery is being held back in part because only about 32% of EU Recovery and Resilience Facility funds have been distributed halfway through the allotted period, leaving nearly 70% undisbursed. This significant underutilisation of funds has limited the capacity of many sectors, including tourism, to fully rebound from recent crises. Delays make it harder to implement vital projects and investments intended to support and modernise tourism infrastructure and services, further weakening the sector’s growth and competitiveness.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/noticia-vox-pide-gobierno-hacer-algo-turismo-porque-veranear-espana-ya-cuesta-mismo-irse-caribe-20250724173733.html
Last paragraph and image: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Statistics_related_to_the_Recovery_and_Resilience_Facility

ANDALUCÍA

Health Crisis- Doctors do not want to work in Andalucia after completing their residencies here- The SAS only covers 22% of permanent positions for MIRs in Andalucia.: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalucian Health Service (SAS) has filled only 181 out of 837 extraordinary posts offered to newly specialised Medical Interns (MIR), representing merely 22 per cent of available positions. According to official figures from the Andalucian Health Ministry, 90 places were filled by area specialists, 84 by family medicine doctors, and just seven by paediatricians.
– Authorities acknowledge a persistent reluctance among residents to accept posts in certain locations, describing it as a social trend that also affects other professions and requires comprehensive institutional collaboration. Despite government efforts to stabilise employment and expand healthcare staff, most vacancies remain unfilled. Some sources suggest the low wages with a disproportionately high cost-of-living in Andalucia are not competitive; they can work elsewhere in more modern facilities with far better management, at a higher wage, with a similar or even lower cost-of-living.
– Coverage varies widely by specialty, with full occupancy in nine specialties such as clinical analysis and neurophysiology, but over three quarters of posts remain vacant overall. Family medicine coverage differs regionally, with some areas, like southern Seville, reaching 86%. The selection process to offer graduates local positions was based on weighted evaluations and MIR exam scores.
– SAS remains cautiously optimistic about final retention, noting 2024’s initial retention rate exceeded 70%, although some were lost thereafter. The difficulty in filling positions, especially in rural areas, is a structural issue influenced by work conditions and professional prospects they claim. They must now deal with the fact that Andalucia is failing in its strategic planning to ensure adequate healthcare throughout Andalusia. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/sas-cubre-22-plazas-estables_0_2004435239.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Weather in Malaga this weekend: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga began the week under a yellow warning due to high temperatures and the terral wind. A Dana low pressure system moving across north western Spain has brought rain to eastern Andalusia, with showers forecast in Málaga’s inland areas on Thursday afternoon and Friday morning, though nothing significant region-wide.
– Coastal high temps will hover around 30 degrees Celsius, with minima above 20, while inland areas like Antequera and Ronda will have maxima near 33 degrees. Rain chances will increase on Friday but remain limited and mainly affect mountainous zones. By the weekend, stable weather and typical temperatures will return, with coastal maxima around 28 to 29 degrees, and inland temperatures rising from Sunday, reaching 36 degrees in Antequera and 34 in Ronda, these are expected to persist into Monday. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/terral-prevision-chubascos-cambio-tiempo-malaga_0_2004441723.html

MALAGA CITY

Final of the 11th Costa del Sol Skewer Competition will be held on August 2: {Translation, summary}
– The final of the 11th Costa del Sol Espetos Competition will be held on August 2 at Costa Lago beach in Torremolinos (Malaga), where this year’s best espetero will be chosen.
– 14 municipalities of the Eastern and Western Costa del Sol participated, including Málaga, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, Estepona, Manilva, Casares, Rincón de la Victoria, Vélez-Málaga, Algarrobo, Torrox, and Nerja.
– The 12 finalists will compete on August 2 for the title of best espetero of 2025 and a prize of €1,000. In addition, the jury will award a second and third prize of €500 and €300, respectively. Each contestant will cook two pieces: one skewer of sardines and another of a fish of their choice. To choose the winners, the jury will take into account criteria such as working time, the evenness of the fish cooking, texture, flavor, saltiness, and presentation.
– The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. The contest will start at 7:15 p.m., and at 9:00 p.m., there will be a popular espetada (skewered fish) for all attendees. The awards ceremony will take place at 10:00 p.m., and from 10:30 p.m. until dawn, there will be musical performances by Los Papitos and DJ Toulalan. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-final-xi-concurso-espetos-costa-sol-malaga-celebrara-agosto-impulso-diputacion-20250724175237.html

TORROX

Torrox gets set for a new edition of its iconic 3×3 basketball tournament: {Translation, summary}
– To be held at the Ferrara Sports Area on Saturday, August 2, starting at 5:30 p.m.
– The tournament will feature eight courts set up in the Ferrara Sports Area. Registration is now open and can be done through the Deportes Torrox website (under the Activities Calendar section). To enter your team in the tournament the price is €4 if you register in advance, to register on the day of the tournament is €5. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1912366/torrox-calienta-motores-para-una-nueva-edicion-de-su-emblematico-torneo-3×3-de-baloncesto/

NERJA

The Museum of Nerja is debuting a new visiting exhibition with photographs of Sophia Loren, Ava Gardner and Elizabeth Taylor: {Translation, summary}
– The Museo de Nerja presents a new visiting exhibition, “The Looks of Cinema” (“Miradas de Cine”), composed by 80 photos with actors and directors photographed by Italian photographer Angelo Frontoni. The nearly one hundred works that belong to the private collection of the Spanish artist Enrique del Pozo.
– The opening will take place on Wednesday 23 July at 20:00 hours in the living Room Ana Maria Marquez of the building. The exhibition can be visited for free from this Wednesday until Sunday, September 14.
– “The Looks of Cinema” collects the best-known faces of the century international of the twentieth century, with portraits Sophia Loren, Marlene Dietrich, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ava Gardner, Ingrid Bergman, Luchino Visconti, Ursula Andress, Brigitte Bardot or Elizabeth Taylor. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/museo-nerja-estrena-nueva-exposicion-temporal-fotografias_0_2004432136.html

USA

Trump signs executive order forcing homeless off America’s streets:
– President Trump signed an executive order Thursday calling on states and cities to end “endemic vagrancy” — and rehouse homeless people including drug addicts and those suffering from mental problems in “treatment centers.”
– The order redirects federal funding to prioritize “shifting homeless individuals into long-term institutional settings for humane treatment through the appropriate use of civil commitment.”
– “The overwhelming majority of these individuals are addicted to drugs, have a mental health disorder, or both,” the document says. On average, more than 274,000 people were sleeping on the streets each night last year under then-President Joe Biden it claims.
– It was not immediately clear how much funding would be steered toward the new initiative, or whether there would be a parallel effort to reopen long-shuttered institutions as a public safety strategy. The order identifies “assisted outpatient treatment” as an option in addition to “institutional treatment.” States and municipalities that already crackdown on open illicit drug use and urban camping, loitering or squatting, and tracking sex offenders, will be prioritized for grants. “President Trump is delivering on his commitment to Make America Safe Again and end homelessness across America,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement.
– The Supreme Court ruled last year in a 6-3 decision that localities have a right to impose fines on homeless people who camp without permission on public property. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/07/24/us-news/trump-to-sign-executive-order-forcing-homeless-off-americas-streets/

HEALTH

Andalusia already has cases of Covid with the new variant- no greater severity: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Health Service has identified cases of a new Covid 19 variant, XFG, in Andalusia. While this variant shows a selective advantage against prior immunity, its mutations are not associated with increased clinical severity. Despite a recent rise in Covid incidence in both primary care and hospitals, current figures remain low compared to the previous year’s epidemic wave.
– The XFG variant, a BA.2.75 plus JN.1 recombination, shares a similar mutational profile with other circulating lineages. In mid July 2025, Andalusia’s Covid rate was 25.2 cases per 100,000, displaying an endemic pattern without an epidemic surge. The World Health Organisation recently highlighted a global increase in Covid 19 cases due to a new variant, now under surveillance, but considers the public health risk to be low. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1912430/andalucia-ya-registra-casos-de-covid-con-la-nueva-variante-sin-mayor-gravedad/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Malaga’s Davidovich defeats Munar and advances to the round of 16 at the DC Open: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish tennis player Alejandro Davidovich defeated his compatriot Jaume Munar 6-4, 6-2 on Wednesday at the DC Open and qualified for the round of 16, where he will face American Learner Tien. Davidovich, ranked 26th in the ATP, needed only one hour and 27 minutes to defeat Munar, ranked 50th in the world. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1912405/davidovich-se-impone-a-munar-y-avanza-a-octavos-en-el-dc-open/

OBITUARIES

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Jazz legend Chuck Mangione, known for ‘Feels So Good,’ dies at 84:
– Two-time Grammy Award-winning musician Chuck Mangione, who achieved international success in 1977 with his jazz-flavored single “Feels So Good” and later became a voice actor on the animated TV comedy “King of the Hill,” has died. He was 84. Mangione died at his home in Rochester, New York, on Tuesday in his sleep, said his attorney, Peter S. Matorin of Beldock Levine & Hoffman LLP. The musician had been retired since 2015.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/chuck-mangione-dies-a795d6fbc77cab5c8e85124dc3dffd1d & Video Link

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Hulk Hogan, icon in professional wrestling, dies at age 71:
– Hulk Hogan, the moustachioed, headscarf-wearing, bicep-busting icon of professional wrestling who turned the sport into a massive business and stretched his cultural influence far beyond the ring, died Thursday in Florida at age 71. Hogan was pronounced dead at a hospital less than 90 minutes after medics in Clearwater arrived at his home to answer a morning call about a cardiac arrest, police said.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/hulk-hogan-obit-wrestling-professional-wwe-fame-cc767794b616e155079b9f374c769ad0 & Video Link

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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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The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700.
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– Late-nineteenth century Ireland was a country of tiny farmsteads and nasty urban tenements. It was an era when some Irish people still lived in mud cabins. Partial failure of the potato crop, which happened a number of times during the 1890s, was still capable of generating what late-Victorian administrators coyly called ‘distress’.
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09:30 h. Exhibition of Gastronomy of the Axarquia with a traditional breakfast.
13:30 h: Opening of the Fair with a parade from the Paseo de Larios to the tent of the Boardwalk.
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– Friday, July 25
Fair Day with performances of Hakuna Matata and the fanfare “And who we are”.
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– Saturday 26 July
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18:30 h: Procession maritime-terrestrial.
00:00 h. Concert of Carlos Baute in the booth official.
– Sunday 27 July
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Today’s political scandal sees Deputy Secretary for Mobilization and Digital Strategy of the PP resign in disgrace: {Translation, summary}
– Noelia Núñez, former Deputy Secretary for Mobilisation and Digital Strategy of Spain’s Popular Party, resigned from all her positions after it was uncovered that she had fraudulently claimed university degrees she had not completed, thereby misrepresenting her qualifications to obtain political roles.
– Despite holding offices in Fuenlabrada Town Hall, the Madrid Assembly, and the national Congress, Núñez lacked the academic credentials she professed on official platforms. She admitted to supplying false information but asserted her political duties had prevented her from completing her studies, although she intended to resume them in future. {How is that any kind of excuse? She claimed false credentials to get these jobs, she can’t then claim she is still pursuing degrees she already claimed to possess. I guess she didn’t progress far enough in her incomplete studies program to attend any “critical thinking, logic or ethics” classes. -Ed.}
– The Socialist Party, spearheaded by Minister Óscar Puente, demanded her resignation, condemning her deception as a deliberate breach of trust. The issue sparked intense political fallout, with Popular Party leader Feijóo accepting her resignation as a responsible measure, while criticising the Socialist Party for tolerating graver misconduct. This scandal underscores the paramount importance of integrity and transparency in public office, especially regarding credentials required for employment.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/noelia-nunez-admite-haber-acabado-estudios-nunca-20250723112845-ntrc.html

USA

Trump says Obama ‘guilty’ of ‘treason’ for ordering 2016 Russia investigation- ‘Time to go after people’:
– President Trump called for criminal charges Tuesday against Barack Obama for allegedly ordering an assessment that Russia meddled to help Trump with the 2016 election.
– “If you look at those papers, they have them stone cold, and it was President Obama… the leader of the gang was President Obama, Barack Hussein Obama. Have you heard of him?” This Trump said referring to a document declassified last week indicating that Obama, now 63, ordered an intelligence report damaging to Trump after his surprise election win. “It’s criminal at the highest level. It would be President Obama, he started it. And [Joe] Biden was there with him, and [then-FBI Director James] Comey was there, and [then-Director of National Intelligence] James] Clapper — the whole group was there, and [then-CIA Director John] Brennan.”
– Trump added: “He’s guilty…This was treason…they tried to steal the election. They tried to obfuscate the election.”
– Current DNI Tulsi Gabbard sent a criminal referral to Attorney General Pam Bondi Friday raising the possibility the 44th president broke the law by undermining Trump’s victory in 2016. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/07/22/us-news/trump-says-obama-guilty-of-treason-for-ordering-2016-russia-investigation-they-tried-to-steal-the-election/

WORLD

Japan Moving to the Right- Sanseito, the new pro-sovereignty and anti-globalization party that has burst onto the scene in the Japanese Parliament and left the government without a majority: {Translation, summary}
– On Sunday, Japan’s political landscape was dramatically reshaped as the Sanseito party, a young sovereigntist group opposing globalism, increased its Upper House parliamentary seats sevenfold, denying the ruling coalition its majority. Led by Sohei Kamiya, a former supermarket manager turned social media figure, the party champions “Japan first,” economic patriotism, strict immigration controls, and constitutional reform to revive Japan’s identity, rejecting post-World War II imposed provisions.
– Sanseito also opposes same-sex marriage, gender ideology, and foreign values, advocating education that fosters independent thought and national pride. In addition to its political platform, Sanseito has attracted considerable support from certain female demographics, drawn by the party’s advocacy for healthy, pesticide-free diets and its connection to rural traditions, reflecting broader public concerns about health and cultural roots amid rapid social change.
– The governing Liberal Democratic Party and its coalition partner, Komeito, together won only 47 of 125 seats, losing control of both parliamentary chambers, and leaving Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba weakened but not yet resigned. Sanseito is now the third largest opposition force, aiming to steer Japan back to what it sees as its rightful course. Source, Spanish: https://gaceta.es/mundo/sanseito-el-nuevo-partido-soberanista-y-antiglobalista-que-ha-irrumpido-en-el-parlamento-japones-y-ha-dejado-al-gobierno-sin-mayoria-20250723-0200/

HEALTH

Weight regain observed in patients after ending obesity drug treatment:
– Patients prescribed drugs to help them lose weight may experience a rebound in weight gain after halting their prescription, finds a meta-analysis published in BMC Medicine. The study, which analyses data for patients receiving weight loss drugs across 11 randomised trials, suggests that while the amount of weight regain varies depending on the specific drug, there is a broad trend in associated weight regain after the course of medication concluded.
– Their analysis found that AOMs (anti-obesity medications) were associated with significant weight loss while being used, followed by weight regain starting eight weeks after AOM discontinuation, with weight regain then continuing for an average of 20 weeks before plateauing. Weight regain varied with follow-up, with study participants experiencing significant periods of weight regain at eight, 12, and 20 weeks after AOM discontinuation. The amount of weight regained depended on several factors, including the type of medication taken by participants and the consistency of their lifestyle change. For example, participants who completed a 36-week treatment of tirzepatide, a commercially available GLP-1 RA, regained almost half the weight previously lost after switching to a placebo.
– They also note that weight regain has been reported with other weight loss methods, such as gastric bypass and vertical banded gastroplasty. Full article: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20250722/Weight-regain-observed-in-patients-after-ending-obesity-drug-treatment.aspx

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Amazon buys Bee AI wearable that listens to everything you say:
– Amazon is acquiring Bee, a startup that puts AI on your wrist. Bee CEO Maria de Lourdes Zollo says on LinkedIn that the company is joining Amazon to help “bring truly personal, agentic AI to even more customers.”
– Bee makes a $49.99 Fitbit-like device that listens in on your conversations while using AI to transcribe everything that you and the people around you say, allowing it to generate personalized summaries of your days, reminders, and suggestions from within the Bee app. You can also give the device permission to access your emails, contacts, location, reminders, photos, and calendar events to help inform its AI-generated insights, as well as create a searchable history of your activities.
– {So now users of this device will get Amazon pushing items on them that were mentioned in any conversation. In addition, Amazon’s data bases get hacked and leaked on a regular basis, so all this data may as well be public knowledge. This is the end of any last remaining privacy you once thought you had, as well as the death of confidentiality. Paired with some “smart-glasses” you will soon become nothing but an open-source data input collector for AI. AI already stole all the data from the Internet, now it is coming for your very lives. AI does not need arms, legs or eyes to conquer the world when it has you doing its work, and you’ll even pay for that “privilege”. The Devil doesn’t need a Hell, we are building one for him right here. -Ed.}
Full article: https://www.theverge.com/news/711621/amazon-bee-ai-wearable-acquisition

SPACE

Something strange is orbiting Neptune, and it’s not a moon:
– Way out past Neptune, astronomers have spotted a rare space traveler, a trans-Neptunian object named 2020 VN40. Using the LiDO survey, led by the Center for Astrophysics, Harvard\Smithsonian, the team discovered that this icy wanderer isn’t just drifting, it’s moving in sync with Neptune, completing one orbit around the Sun for every ten Neptune makes.
– 2020 VN40 is far away. On average, it’s about 140 times farther from the Sun than Earth, and it travels on a steeply tilted path through the solar system. What makes it truly intriguing is how it dances with Neptune. Most objects that orbit in sync with Neptune tend to keep their distance; they swing closest to the Sun when Neptune is on the opposite side. But 2020 VN40 breaks the pattern. From a top-down view of the solar system, it looks like it comes closest to the Sun right when Neptune does, too.
– But here’s the twist: they only appear close. In reality, the 2020 VN40 is far below the solar system’s central plane, akin to a cosmic sneak attack from the depths. No other known object with this kind of orbital rhythm behaves this way, even when you flatten the solar system into a map. Full article: https://www.techexplorist.com/something-strange-orbiting-neptune-moon/100345/

PETS

The fine of the DGT of up to 200,000 euros for failure to properly transport your dog in the car: {Translation, summary}
– In Spain, it is common, though hazardous and unlawful, to transport dogs in vehicles without proper restraint, often with their heads out the window. Despite appearances of joy, such conduct poses significant dangers and is prohibited under Traffic Laws and the Animal Welfare Act.
– Authorities demand that pets travel securely, employing suitable restraint devices like double-anchored harnesses, approved barriers, or carriers, to safeguard both animals and passengers. Attempts to introduce ‘animal seats’ were rejected due to concerns over their ineffectiveness in crash scenarios. Drivers must ensure pets do not interfere with vehicle control, failure of which incurs fines from 80 to 200 euros.
– More severe penalties arise from breaches of the Animal Welfare Law, which sanctions range from 500 to 200,000 euros depending on the harm caused. The gravest offence involves leaving an animal confined in a vehicle, risking death from heatstroke, attracting the maximum fines. Compliance protects both pets and people alike during journeys. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/motor/movilidad/multa-dgt-200-000-euros-llevar-perro-coche-5732543/

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– Broad daylight supermarket car park shooting in Estepona. Some 27 shots were fired!
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– Why are these pretty oleander shrubs so common on motorways and dual carriageways in Spain?
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/oleanders-the-plant-that-almost-driver-knows-20250722081108-nt.html
– Average mortgage in Malaga is close to 210,000 euros and it’s the third largest in Spain, only behind Balearic Islands and Madrid
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/the-average-mortgage-malaga-around-210000-euros-20250721081459-nt.html
– What are the rules for foraging for mushrooms in the mountains and forests of Malaga province this year?
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– Want to get married in Malaga Cathedral? This is how to go about it
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– Friday the 25th of July at 9am the traditional ringing of bells and the firing of rockets to announce the festival. From 5pm until 8.30pm there shall be a Children’s Day Fair, featuring free mattresses and inflatable amusements for water play. The ‘afternoon for the elders’ shall be devoted to sport, with the final of the petanque tournament and the ribbon race on horseback, organised by the Friends of the Horse Association. At 10pm, the illumination of the fairground, during which the Metropolis Orchestra shall perform (also on Saturday and Sunday). At 1am, the Málaga pop group Sótano Sur shall play.
– Saturday at 1pm, the Day Fair shall begin with the opening of refreshment bars. At 4pm, Pilar Blanco shall give a Zumba masterclass for all ages. At 4.45pm, the flamenco and rumba group ‘Aire Flamenco’ shall perform. At 6.15pm there shall be a Foam Party alongside music by DJ Fernán at the ‘Youth Party’. The Day Fair shall conclude at 8pm. At night, from 11.30pm, the Metropolis Orchestra shall play, and at 1am, the band Los Morochos shall perform.
– Sunday the 27th at the Day Fair there shall be a paella tasting, and the Almáchar Folkloric Choir Luz de Luna shall perform at 4pm. Afterwards, the ballet groups Alegría, Revuelo, Alboroto, and the Pastora Group from Málaga, all directed by María Santiago, shall take the stage. Mayka Romero shall perform at 5.30pm. At 7pm, Mass in honour of the patroness, the Virgin of Amparo, shall be held, and at 8pm, the procession shall proceed, accompanied by the Nuestra Señora del Rosario Music Band from El Borge. At midnight, in the official marquee, Rosario Mohedano shall give a performance, followed by music from the Metropolis Orchestra.

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Most vegetarians in Spain are women, have careers, and live alone: {Translation, first 4 paragraphs}
– A study conducted by the Hospital Clínic of Barcelona—August Pi i Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute (Idibaps) and the Barcelona Esquerra Primary Health Care Consortium (Capsbe) hath revealed that the majority of vegetarians in Spain are young women with university education and who do not share their household with another person.
– Drawing upon data from more than 22,000 individuals, it reveals that 0.56 per cent of the adult population in Spain is vegetarian, adhering to a diet notably healthier than persons of similar sociodemographic profile who are not vegetarians, reports Idibaps in a statement this Monday.
– Published in ‘Public Health Nutrition,’ the study shows that the regions with the highest prevalence of vegetarians are Catalonia, the Valencian Community, the Basque Country, Navarre, and the Canary Islands, with up to twelve point two vegetarians per thousand inhabitants, compared to southern Spain with fewer than two per thousand.
– The profile of those who affirm never to consume meat nor animal-derived products presents a “very characteristic” pattern: sixty-nine per cent are women, forty-two per cent possess university education, and seventy-one per cent live alone. These findings concur with trends observed in other European countries, where vegetarian diets are likewise more common among young women with a high level of education. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1911774/la-mayoria-de-vegetarianos-en-espana-son-mujeres-con-carrera-y-viven-solas/

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The PP speaks of a “total defeat” for the government after the anti-blackout decree was defeated in a watered-down plenary session: {Translation, summary}
– The Popular Party regards the Government’s defeat on Tuesday’s with the rejection of the anti-blackout decree law as a complete political failure. Though the Government passed other votes, the crucial decree to reinforce the electrical system was struck down by the opposition and dissenting partners, signalling cracks in governmental support on a subject of universal interest. The PP criticised the decree as inadequate and refused to “rescue” Prime Minister Sánchez, highlighting other failures such as stalled debates on work hours reduction, and judicial reform as well.
– They contend Sánchez lacks the parliamentary backing to govern and call for immediate elections, citing corruption scandals and judicial inquiries involving top PSOE figures and related officials. This parliamentary setback, the PP states, marks the end of the Government’s grace period and a crisis of legitimacy requiring urgent resolution. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-pp-habla-derrota-total-gobierno-caer-decreto-antiapagones-descafeinado-pleno-escoba-20250722211126.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Temperatures rise again in Malaga this Wednesday: {Translation}
– On the coast, temperatures shall surpass 30 degrees, and in parts of the interior, they shall reach 36. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has forecast intervals of low cloud along the coast, with westerly winds prevailing across the inland areas.
– On Monday, the province recorded the highest temperature in the country: 39.1 degrees in Álora. Other localities in Málaga were not far behind: Coín reached 38.1, the capital registered 37.7 at the Meteorological Centre, and the airport 37.4.
– On Tuesday, maximum temperatures fell to 32.2 in Álora, with coastal points approaching 30, showing a difference.
– Wednesday. Maximum temperatures on the coast shall exceed 30 degrees; Málaga city is expected to reach 33 degrees, and Vélez-Málaga 31. At the other end, Estepona may see 35 degrees, and Manilva 34. Night temperatures shall remain steady, around 20 degrees. Inland, temperatures of up to 36 degrees are forecast in Antequera. Around the Guadalhorce Valley, at Álora, the expectation is for 38 degrees. Other nearby areas anticipate 36 degrees in Tolox and Cártama, and 37 in Coín. In the Ronda region, maxima remain at 34 degrees, with minima about 20.
– From Thursday onwards, maximum temperatures shall fall again within the province, although the minima shall rise. Along the coast, maxima shall hover around 30 degrees, whilst inland they shall drop below 35, with 33 in Antequera and Ronda. Coastal minima shall rise above 20 degrees, reaching 23 in Marbella.
**Aemet’s forecast for the weekend**
– Looking towards the weekend, maximum temperatures shall continue to decline. Low clouds shall move in, and Aemet does not exclude the possibility of light rain in some inland spots.
– By Saturday, the clouds shall have cleared, with skies expected to be clear. Temperatures shall remain steady, with maxima generally around 30 degrees across the province. Inland, minima shall fall below 20, with 18 anticipated in Antequera and 19 in Ronda.
– On Sunday, thermometers are expected to rise again, reaching up to 35 in some inland places such as Antequera and Ronda. Along the coast, maxima shall remain around 30 degrees. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/vuelven-subir-temperaturas-malaga-miercoles_0_2004424825.html

MALAGA CITY

Homeless man sleeping on the street in Malaga set on fire in brutal attack: {Translation}
– A 44-year-old Lithuanian man had to be taken to Malaga Clinical Hospital early Tuesday morning after suffering serious injuries when two young men threw a flammable liquid on him and set him on fire while he was on the street.
The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Chapi Street, at the corner of Héroe de Sostoa, in the Carretera de Cádiz district, about 500 meters from the María Zambrano train station, an area where vulnerable people who sleep on the street often gather.
– Apparently, it was pedestrians and drivers passing through the area at that time who alerted the authorities to this attack, and after an ambulance arrived, the victim was quickly taken to the capital’s Clinical Hospital, where he was admitted to the Critical Care Unit. He is out of danger, although he has injuries to his back as a result of the flames.
– Night patrols from the National Police and Local Police went to the area to gather information to identify the two perpetrators, who, in addition to being charged with assault, with the aggravating circumstance that the victim was in a vulnerable situation, may also be prosecuted for another hate crime for this physical assault based on the victim’s origin or nationality, which carries a sentence of up to four years in prison. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1911766/prenden-fuego-a-un-indigente-que-dormia-en-la-calle-en-malaga-y-se-dan-a-la-fuga/

NERJA

The application period for the 2025 White Party bars in Nerja is now open: {Translation}
– The Nerja Youth Council has opened the application period for two bars for the 2025 White Party, which will be held on August 14 at El Salón beach. Applications can be submitted until July 28 via the Registry Office. The rules are available on the municipal website and at the Electronic Headquarters.
– Councilor Daniel Rivas indicated that the bars may be awarded to associations and clubs that are registered in the Municipal Registry, as well as to hospitality entrepreneurs.
Once the application period closes on July 29 at 12:00 noon, a public event will be held on the third floor of City Hall, where the bids will be opened and the bars will be awarded. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/adjudicacion-barras-fiesta-blanca-2025-nerja/

ANTEQUERA

A fire in a rural area of Antequera forces the closure of the road leading to Archidona: {Translation, summary}
– A fire that broke out on Tuesday afternoon in the Cortijo Guerrero area, in the municipality of Antequera, has forced the closure of the A-7282 road connecting with Archidona between kilometers 0 and 7, according to the 112 Andalusia Emergency Service and the General Directorate of Traffic.
– The fire was detected at 5:35 p.m. and has triggered the activation of the Local Forest Fire Emergency Plan in operational phase 1, according to the Antequera City Council. The flames are affecting an area near the old La Peña station and have prompted a large-scale operation by the Infoca Plan. At 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, the fire was still active and extinguishing efforts were continuing in the area. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/antequera/declarado-nuevo-incendio-forestal-paraje-antequera_0_2004425755.html

UK

UK Grocery Inflation Rises By 5.2% In Latest Four Weeks says Worldpanel:
– Grocery price inflation in the UK increased by 5.2%, year on year, in the latest four weeks to 13 July, reaching its highest level since January 2024, according to the latest data from Worldpanel by Numerator (formerly Kantar Worldpanel). Full article: https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/uk-grocery-inflation-rises-5-2-in-latest-four-weeks-worldpanel-292795

GASTRONOMIA

Where to eat in Cómpeta, and where can you get some garlic wild boar accompanied by chocolate sauce?: {Translation, summary}
– Among the most typical dishes of this village are fennel stew, fried pumpkin, soupy rice with cod, meat (either chicken or pork) in the wine of Cómpeta, and ‘migas’ with ‘arriera’ salad, all accompanied by a small glass of local wine.
– Casa Paco offers one of the best options for lunching whilst sampling various dishes, boasting a spacious terrace located upon the emblematic Plaza de Almijara. At Taberna Casa Paco, one may savour products of the land, such as fried aubergines with cane honey from Frigiliana or avocado salad with guacamole. Exotic dishes include Argentine empanadas and red tuna with sesame and chilli sauce. Also on offer are savoury toasts combining fine ingredients, such as the ‘Bracamonte’, comprising Iberian pork shoulder and caramelised onion, or one with chicken, Brie cheese, and tomato jam.
Where: Plaza de Almijara, 6, 29754 Cómpeta
Telephone: +34 952 516 077

– El Pámpano presents cuisine with local touches and many exotic influences. Among starters are homemade ‘migas’ and fried aubergines with cane honey, as well as exotic choices like veal carpaccio with Grana Padano or chicken ‘tears’ in Thai sauce. Its eclectic menu also features veal sirloin with duck foie gras and Oporto sauce, pork ribs with American sauce, and oxtail in red wine sauce. Seafood dishes include confit cod and curry prawns with basmati rice. Dining is possible both indoors and on the terrace with panoramic views.
Where: Calle Nerja, 52, 29754 Cómpeta
Telephone: +34 951 832 810

– El Pilón, like Cómpeta itself, is a confluence of cultures reflected in its cuisine. Duck breast with Pedro Ximénez wine and prawns in almond, garlic and cream sauce with puff pastry highlight a fusion of global gastronomy. Meat dishes include hearty veal steaks and roasted lamb chops served with honey and herb sauce. Paellas, available by prior order, and salads are further highlights. The terrace commands beautiful views.
Where: Calle Laberinto, 1, 29754 Cómpeta
Telephone: +34 952 553 512

– María, located within the Hotel and Bungalows Balcón de Cómpeta complex, features one of the best terraces in the area for enjoying meals with comforting panoramic views. Its varied menu pays homage to local cuisine, offering traditional dishes such as chicken ‘a la competeña’ cooked with sweet Moscatel wine and a range of rice dishes. It also presents more exotic and avant-garde offerings, always striving to use local or regional ingredients when possible.
Where: Calle San Antonio, 75, 29754 Cómpeta
Telephone: +34 952 553 535

– El Acebuchal, situated in the village of the same name revived by the García family for rural tourism, began as a bar and has evolved into a restaurant where creativity and tradition harmonise. The menu features dishes such as garlic wild boar accompanied by chocolate sauce, showcasing a versatile cuisine based on quality ingredients with original proposals, yet respectful of tradition. They produce their own bread, served with most dishes and ideal for mopping up sauces.
Where: Aldea de El Acebuchal, s/n, 29754 Cómpeta
Telephone: +34 951 480 808

– Honourable mention: Other options for eating well in Cómpeta are El Recreo, Lorena, La Tapería, La Esquina de Miguel, Bistro 6, Venta de Palma, Siddhartha on the Rock, Marcos, Hierbabuena, Cómpeta, Café David, El Chico, Pavo Real, Casa Perico, and Cortijo de Paco. {Apologies to any locations not mentioned, I didn’t write the article. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malagaenlamesa/donde-comer-malaga/comer-competa-restaurantes-bares-destacados-20250509003419-nt.html

HEALTH

Stratus, the new, more contagious variant of COVID-19 being monitored by the WHO, is spreading throughout Spain and the world: {Translation, summary}
– The WHO has been monitoring the XFG or Stratus subvariant of SARS-CoV-2 since June. Though it does not appear to cause more severe illness than other strains, it is more transmissible and rapidly spreading, especially in India and Spain. Stratus is a recombinant variant containing genetic material from two other strains and possesses four significant mutations in its spike protein, aiding immune evasion and possibly reducing antibody effectiveness by up to fifty per cent. The variant’s expanding presence suggests it may soon supplant the previously dominant Nimbus variant. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/salud/actualidad/variante-stratus-xfg-covid-mas-contagiosa-vigila-oms-propaga-espana-mundo-5733562/

SPACE

See up to 25 ‘shooting stars’ an hour as Southern Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers peak:
– Two meteor showers will peak together on the night of July 29-30, with the moon out of the way just in time for about 25 shooting stars per hour to be seen in dark skies.
– The highlight will be the Southern Delta Aquariids, the stronger of the two showers, with expected rates of up to 20 meteors per hour at the shower’s peak. Active from July 18 to Aug. 12, the Southern Delta Aquariids are known for their faint, lingering trails. However, the peak of the Southern Delta Aquariids is broad. According to the American Meteor Society, the meteor shower produces good rates for a week centered on the peak night, so it will be worth looking between July 24 and July 31. As the name suggests, the Southern Delta Aquariids are best seen from the Southern Hemisphere. That’s because the meteors appear to come from the constellation Aquarius, which is low on the southern horizon as viewed from the Northern Hemisphere.
– The second meteor shower to peak overnight on July 29-30 is the Alpha Capricornids, which will add about five to 10 meteors per hour. Active from July 7 to Aug. 15, the shower’s radiant point is the constellation Capricornus, which is alongside Aquarius in the night sky. That will make shooting stars from the two meteor showers hard to tell apart, but the Alpha Capricornids tend to be particularly bright, slow-moving and colourful. Full article: https://www.livescience.com/space/meteoroids/see-up-to-25-shooting-stars-an-hour-as-southern-delta-aquariid-and-alpha-capricornid-meteor-showers-peak

TRAVEL

Spain Train Crisis, this time flooded tunnels on Malaga-Madrid line: {Translation, summary}
– A recent water leakage in the tunnel near Valle de Abdalajís on the Málaga–Madrid high-speed rail line flooded one track, forcing all trains to use a single line and causing minor delays affecting Renfe and private operators. The leak stems from long-standing aquifer damage dating back to 2005, when tunnel construction pierced the water source, leaving the village reliant on water delivered by tankers. Adif attributes the problem to hydrostatic pressure and a rockfall that does not endanger the tunnel’s structure but has yet to detail repair plans.
– The mayor voices concern over apparent maintenance failings resulting in submersed tracks. Engineers suggest the issue arises partly from recent rains after drought, as fluctuating aquifer levels exert pressure on weakened tunnel walls. This incident forms part of a series of recent faults on the line, including signal and power failures causing delays, prompting Adif to undertake reinforcement works. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/retrasos-tren-malaga-madrid-filtracion-valle-abdalajis_0_2004424212.html

NATURE

Groups of wild boars cool off on the beaches of Malaga to escape the heat: {Translation}
– It is increasingly common to see wild boars in urban areas, whether in shopping centers, on roads or paths, or in gardens. The truth is that these animals no longer live in the mountains and, with no natural predators, they have expanded their usual habitats. Added to this is the fact that drought is making it increasingly difficult for them to find water and food.
– As a result, it is becoming more and more common to see them walking around like any other animal. This is precisely what happened on one of the beaches in Malaga, where a herd of wild boars was seen in the water taking a dip to escape the heat.
– The incident took place on Cala de Mijas beach, where, under the watchful gaze of bathers, two wild boars and their two young decided to stroll freely along the sand.
– In addition to this scene, what is striking is that exactly the same thing happened about six kilometres away, on Calahonda beach. There, two wild boars also surprised bathers after they dug their snouts into the shore in search of food. Fortunately, in neither case were any injuries or damage reported.
– According to estimates by the Andalusian Regional Government’s Department of Sustainability, there are around 22,000 wild boars in the entire province of Malaga, and their overpopulation is due to the fact that there are no wolves in the province. It should also be noted that hunting is not sufficient to balance the population of this animal, which reproduces rapidly. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5733642/0/un-grupo-jabalies-se-refresca-una-playa-malaga-para-huir-calor/

FINANCIAL

A lawyer warns about a method used by squatters in Spain to capture houses- “The police can’t evict them.”: {Translation, summary}
– Illegal occupation is a pressing issue in Spain, complicated by lenient laws and protracted judicial processes. Lawyer Miguel Ángel Mejías highlights a tactic called ‘the pizza trick’. Squatters place food orders to be delivered to the intended target property prior to actual entry, collecting the delivery and keeping receipts as false proof of residence, even taking selfies with the delivery people. When owners contact police, these documents and photos, combined with forged leases, prevent immediate eviction, forcing lengthy legal action. To combat this, Mejías advises installing security cameras, acting swiftly on suspicion, and maintaining proof that the property was not rented {I have no idea how you are supposed to prove this last item. Proving a negative is tricky business. -Ed.}. Such measures aim to reduce opportunities for squatters to exploit legal loopholes, assisting homeowners in safeguarding their properties against unlawful occupation.
Source, Spanish:
https://www.abc.es/recreo/abogado-alerta-sobre-metodo-usan-okupas-espana-20250722162903-nt.html

RELIGION

World gone mad- In an attempt to intimidate Catholics, Muslims held a “prayer service” in front of the Cathedral in Montreal:
– This was the Cathedral’s response. An ancient tool is employed. X Link

OTHER

RIP- Ozzy Osbourne, Godfather of Heavy Metal, Dies at 76:
– Ozzy Osbourne, the pioneering heavy metal singer who rose to prominence in the early ‘70s with Black Sabbath before establishing a successful solo career and later played himself on reality TV, has died. He was 76 years old.
– “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning,” Osbourne’s family confirmed in statement. “He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
– His death comes just weeks after he played his final show in Birmingham, England earlier this month, reuniting with Black Sabbath and joined by star-studded roster including Metallica, Guns n’ Roses and Steven Tyler among others.
– Osbourne is known as one of the most influential artists of his generation, an instrumental force in establishing metal music. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006, then for a second time as a solo artist in 2024. He has sold more than 100 million records worldwide in total, and was inducted into the U.K. Music Hall of Fame as both a solo artist and for his work in the band. Full article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/ozzy-osbourne-dies-at-76-1236325859/ & Video Link

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Malaga City Organic Market: Saturday 26 July in Huelin Park. 10am to 2pm.

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Arts & Crafts Market Malaga: Sunday 27 July from 11am to 7pm. Calle Tomás Heredia is the location for this arts and crafts market.

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Malaga Municipal Band: Sun, 27 July
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Free buses will run up the hill to this concert 7 to 8.30pm from the Plaza del General Torrijos outside the Hospital Noble. There will also be free buses back down again after the concert has finished.

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Almáchar Feria de Dia: 25th to the 27th of July
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– Friday, 25 July, a Children’s Fair, designed for a fun family afternoon where swimsuits are a must to enjoy splashing around on the water mattresses.
– Saturday 26th, the party continues with the Youth Fair. The day begins with the music of Aire Flamenco, next Pilar Blanco’s zumba class, after which a Foam Party with DJ Fernan playing music until the end of the day.
– Sunday 27th, is reserved for the older generation, with the Senior Fair, featuring a paella for all, a performance by the Luz de Luna choir, dance schools with María Santiago and the grand finale with the great Maika Romero.

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SPAIN

Sánchez is not representing the majority of the people, he is pushing an agenda, and he’s proud of it- Sánchez defends a progressive front in Chile against a right wing that has ‘succumbed to the discourse of the far right’: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez, speaking at a summit hosted by Chilean President Gabriel Boric, urged progressive leaders to unite against the rising tide of far-right reactionaries, noting that the traditional right has surrendered to their rhetoric. He declared, “It falls to us, to governments led by progressive forces, to spearhead that response,” stressing the need to stand firm even if alone.
– The gathering, including leaders from Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay, committed to defending democracy which they see under threat from “a coalition of hatred and lies.” Sánchez outlined three priorities: strengthening democratic institutions and multilateralism; combating disinformation through democratic digital governance; and reducing inequality, which he warned is “the breeding ground where the virus of extremism and polarisation grows.” In this respect, “Spain has proposed promoting democratic digital governance, collaborating to ensure that algorithms neither manipulate our opinions nor weaken social cohesion and coexistence.” {Referring to the program the Spanish socialists want to pass regarding censoring the Internet and blocking funding for news sources they do not approve of. -Ed.}
– He warned that the far right “feeds on nostalgia for a past that never existed,” and urged advancing policies that furnish certainty and hope for future generations. Spain plans to host a similar meeting next year to continue this collaborative effort. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-sanchez-defiende-chile-frente-progresista-derecha-sucumbido-discurso-ultraderecha-20250721191636.html

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AXARQUÍA

New delay in the preliminary design of the desalination plant of the Axarquia, now scheduled for September: {Translation, summary}
– The preliminary project for the desalination plant in Axarquía, essential for ensuring water supply, faces further delay until at least September, with planning progressing amid disagreements between the Junta of Andalusia and the State regarding overdue investments. The plant will be located at Río Seco, north of the motorway, and is designed initially to deliver 25 cubic hectometres of water annually for both human and agricultural use, potentially doubling if needed.
– The Mancomunidad and irrigation bodies concentrate on technical preparations, including energy supply and water storage infrastructure. Following completion, the plan will be submitted to the State Society ACUAMED for development. Meanwhile, Andalusian Government’s delegate for Málaga calls upon the State to honour outstanding investments in hydraulic works, noting that projects worth two billion euros remain unexecuted locally, despite regional spending exceeding four hundred million euros combating drought.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/retraso-desaladora-axarquia-septiembre/

COSTA DEL SOL

Active wildfire forces closure of A-377 between Casares and Manilva on the Costa del Sol:
UPDATE 18:22- traffic on all the roads has already been restored.
– Earlier this Monday afternoon a wildfire broke out in the municipality of Casares, which is still active, specifically in the area of La Gamona, affecting the A-377 towards Manilva on the Costa del Sol, forcing it to be closed as the fire is burning on both sides of the road.
– The fire broke out at around 3.20pm on one side of the A-7056 road, although the strong wind blowing in the area caused the flames to engulf the road itself and the smoke made driving conditions difficult.
Full articles, English: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/estepona-manilva/active-wildfire-forces-closure-a377-between-casares-20250721153246-nt.html
With video: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/video-major-wildfire-outskirts-malaga-forces-access-20250721171047-nt.html

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Why is the Costa del Sol experiencing its first decline in tourism since the Covid-19 pandemic? Simple answer. It’s no longer a “budget” destination. Tourists, especially from northern Spain, reject wild price hikes:
– It’s a fact: the Costa del Sol is receiving fewer tourists this year. The figures collated until May are red and this is the last month for which official data has been made available so far. Even international tourism has not been able to combat the cooling of the national sector and the pace of arrivals to this popular destination has slowed down.
– The holiday rental sector has experienced a drop of 2.2% in the first half of the year, more pronounced and consistent since March, when the lowest figure was recorded – 57%. Given that this is tourism’s first decline since the Covid-19 pandemic, the current situation is causing concern.
– The strong summer months do not offer relief, as the downward trend continues to appear in forecasts. This July, bookings have dropped by 11.7% compared to the same month last year. Full article, English: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/tourism-falls-the-costa-sol-for-first-20250721090517-nt.html

NERJA

Two years and still no public access to River Chíllar hiking route in Nerja:
– Nerja town hall says that the resolution of August 2023 prohibiting access to hikers will remain in force for now and the Junta de Andalucía, which is responsible for the area, is still waiting for a private company to manage access to the site. August 8 will mark the second anniversary of the municipal decree closing access to the middle and upper areas of the River Chíllar after years of overcrowding, accidents, fires and uncontrolled access to the beauty spot.
– The Junta de Andalucía has been looking for bids from private companies to take over control of the access and general management of the site. However, it rejected all three bids submitted in March by different companies. Full article, English: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/popular-costa-sol-river-walk-remains-closed-20250721100940-nt.html

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Verano en Burriana (Nerja) 2025:
– The Councillor for Culture, Ana María Muñoz, has announced the programme for “Summer in Burriana”, which will take place next to the Beach Library and will consist of two performances: one in July and one in August.
– Specifically, on Friday, 25th July, the artist Toñi Miranda will perform, offering a concert of Spanish song.
– On Thursday, 7th August, it will be the turn of Hi Lo Colorao, with acoustic pop and rock covers. The performances will be at 10:00 p.m.
– The councillor highlighted the importance of providing such emblematic places in our town, such as Burriana, with these types of activities, and invited everyone to participate in them. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-ayuntamiento-de-nerja-presenta-la-programacion-de-verano-en-burriana/

BENALMÁDENA

At an altitude exceeding eight hundred metres, above the horizon of Benalmádena, Monte Calamorro once again becomes a privileged site to admire the heavens: {Translation, summary}
– At over eight hundred metres above sea level on Monte Calamorro, near Benalmádena, the much-celebrated summer Open-Air Planetarium returns, offering a unique astronomical experience under the clear Malagueño skies.
– From 21st July to 31st August, visitors ascending via the Benalmádena Cable Car may attend night-time astronomy sessions for a small fee, learning to identify stars, constellations, and celestial bodies through expert guidance paired with mythological insights. Monte Calamorro’s exceptional altitude and minimal light pollution make it an ideal vantage point for stargazing, complemented by panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast and mountainous landscapes.
– Since opening in 2000, the cable car has provided spectacular ascents from Arroyo de la Miel to the summit, offering vistas stretching even to the African coast on clear days. This summer programme blends natural beauty with scientific education, enriching visitors’ cultural and sensory experience on the Costa del Sol. Info: https://www.telefericobenalmadena.com/ Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/universo-altura-planetario-espectacular-verano-malaga_0_2004415307.html

UKRAINE WAR

Russia attacks a metro station in Kiev, where they took refuge hundreds of people, and other sites: {Translation, summary}
– Russia launched its largest drone and missile assault on Ukraine since the war’s inception, striking Kiev’s Lukianivska metro station where civilians sheltered. The attack caused fires, injuries, and at least one death, with significant damage to public and commercial properties. Residents described the scene as infernal due to smoke and destruction beneath the city.
– The western city of Ivano-Frankivsk also endured its most severe bombardment since the 2022 invasion, with casualties reported in nearby villages, while explosions occurred in Kharkiv.
– This escalation followed Ukrainian President Zelensky’s call for renewed peace talks with Moscow; yet, previous negotiations in Istanbul have yielded little progress beyond prisoner swaps and body repatriations. Despite US pressure for a settlement, Kremlin spokesmen insisted that Moscow’s territorial and political demands remain steadfast. Concurrently, the European Union imposed fresh sanctions aimed at Russian financial and energy sectors, seeking to curtail the Kremlin’s war funding. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/internacional/theguardian/rusia-ataca-estacion-metro-kiev-refugiaban-cientos-personas_1_12479743.html

UK & IRELAND

American refugees- Ellen DeGeneres says Donald Trump is the reason she moved to U.K., Rosie O’Donnell already relocated to Ireland:
– Ellen DeGeneres confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump is the reason she left the United States and moved to the U.K.
– In her first public appearance since leaving the U.S. last year, DeGeneres {pic, left}, 67, was asked at a conversation event if the reports that she moved to the U.K. because of Trump, 79, were correct and she simply said, “Yes.” “We got here the day before the election and woke up to lots of texts from our friends with crying emojis, and I was like, ‘He got in,’” DeGeneres told broadcaster Richard Bacon in Cheltenham, England, on Sunday. “And we’re like, ‘We’re staying here.’”
– DeGeneres had nothing but good things to say about her new home in the aristocratic Cotswolds region, telling Bacon that life “is just better” in the U.K.
– In March, comedian and actor Rosie O’Donnell {pic, right} revealed that she’s no longer living in the United States and confirmed that she moved to Ireland. “Moved here on January 15 and it’s been pretty wonderful, I have to say. The people are so loving and so kind, so welcoming. And I’m very grateful,” O’Donnell said. O’Donnell, 63, said she’s currently in the process of getting her Irish citizenship, and that she has Irish grandparents. Full article: https://globalnews.ca/news/11296488/ellen-degeneres-left-us-donald-trump-uk/

RECALLS

Mercedes-Benz issues a recall for 223,000 vehicles due to an airbag fault, these models affected: {Translation}
– The German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for 223,000 vehicles worldwide owing to a problem with the airbag, German media reported on Monday.
– Mercedes-Benz stated that the recall concerns the Viano multi-purpose vehicle and the Vito van, produced between December 2002 and February 2006. The German car maker has found that, upon airbag deployment in the event of an accident, the gas generator may explode. In such circumstances, the airbag fails to provide any restraint effect and there is a risk of injury to passengers from fragments of the gas generator that detach. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/motor/mercedes-benz-llama-revision-223-airbag-modelo_0_2004419532.html

SPACE

Chinese Scientists Invent System for Extracting Oxygen, Water and Rocket Fuel From Moon Dust:
– As detailed in a new paper published today in the journal Joule, the team found that their proposed “photothermal strategy” – essentially converting light into heat – could effectively convert carbon dioxide from extracted water into carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and oxygen gas, a “potential route for sustaining human life on the Moon and enabling long-term extra-terrestrial exploration.”
– “The sustainable utilization of local resources is essential for long-term human survival on the Moon and beyond,” the researchers write, pointing out that bringing water from Earth is cost-prohibitive at roughly $83,000 per gallon.
– “We never fully imagined the ‘magic’ that the lunar soil possessed,” said Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen professor and co-author Lu Wang in a statement.
While plenty of questions remain about our future efforts to harness local resources on the surface of the Moon, it’s a glimmer of hope that humanity could indeed establish a more permanent and potentially sustainable presence there.
– While their lab-based experiments turned out to be a success, the actual lunar surface will likely prove a far more challenging place to extract and convert lunar water. As the paper points out, radiation, low gravity, and extreme temperature fluctuations could complicate matters significantly. Full article: https://futurism.com/china-extracting-oxygen-water-moon-dust

TRAVEL

LAST DAYS TO APPLY- Seniors of Andalusia have until 23rd July to apply for places in the Imserso programme: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian pensioners with incomes not exceeding 565 euros have until 23rd July to apply for 7,447 subsidised places through the Imserso travel programme, permitting travel at a fixed cost of 50 euros, irrespective of destination, with Imserso covering the balance.
– The Spanish Government emphasises this measure as part of its commitment to widening access to active ageing for lower-income seniors on equal terms with their peers.
– This season also introduces the ability to travel with pets on selected coastal routes, a welcome concession recognising the companionship these animals provide.
– In 2025, the programme marks its fortieth year, having expanded from 16,000 to nearly 880,000 places, serving over 4.6 million participants. Trips encompass peninsular and island coastal destinations, cultural sites, provincial capitals, and autonomous cities, with durations from four to ten days, ensuring diverse opportunities for leisure and socialisation among the elderly. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/andalucia/1911566/los-mayores-andaluces-tienen-hasta-el-23-de-julio-para-solicitar-plazas-del-imserso/
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– 26 July every year there is a procession of the Virgen del Carmen, Patron Saint of fishermen. It is special because this procession is by land through Torre de Mar, but it is also by sea. The procession will begin on 26 July at 6.30 p.m. and will continue at sea on a fishing boat until around 11 p.m. Poster below. Video Link is of Carlos Baute 27Aug22.

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SPAIN

The government increases the defence budget by 5.5 billion, but it is still far from the 2% of GDP Sanchez promised the EU for the end of the year, and why do they continue holding back the EU Recovery Funds desperately needed in the economy?: {Translation, summary}
– The government’s plan to increase defence spending is beginning to show up in the budget accounts. However, judging by the figures, it is still far from reaching the 2% of GDP spending that the government has committed to achieving by the end of the year. To achieve this, the government has rolled out a plan to increase spending by 10.471 billion before the end of 2025.
– Regulators point out that the traceability of spending is limited, especially when it comes to allocating expenditures to each fiscal year. They consider state provided numbers inaccurate. These figures imply a ‘significant’ increase in disbursements of between three and four tenths of GDP compared to last year. However, this estimate presents, in the words of the Fiscal Authority, ‘a high degree of uncertainty’ because it depends on the final amount of military deliveries.
– In its defence plan, the government itself estimates defence spending in 2024 at 1.43% of GDP and believes that an increase in expenditure of €10.471 billion will be sufficient, figures doubted by analysts. The plan document itself states that the funds will come from savings generated by the economic upturn, the reallocation of unspent European funds from the recovery plan and other reallocations of unspent items.
– {Another EU Recovery Funds outrage by Sanchez! How dare he take EU relief funds provided to aid in the society’s recovery from the Covid disaster and redirect them to other, totally unrelated, purposes? And just as bad, why exactly are there “remaining” funds? It’s been 5 years since the pandemic damage, why have these funds not been distributed to all the suffering small businesses that are still struggling to recover yet have not received any aid. While Spain has received about €48.3 billion of RRF resources as of mid-2025, only a fraction has been spent; less than 20% of the grant funding had been used, according to recent updates. The remaining, unspent amounts are thus held in government custody, not yet transferred to final recipients such as businesses, individuals, or local governments. -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5732732/0/gobierno-eleva-presupuesto-defensa-5-500-millones-pero-todavia-queda-lejos-2-pib-firmado-para-final-ano/
Comment ref: https://www.bbvaresearch.com/en/publicaciones/spain-european-funds-unfinished-story/

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The Supreme Court backs the judge and accuses Ábalos and Koldo García of trying to ‘cast doubt’ on the investigation: {Translation, summary}
– The Supreme Court’s Criminal Chamber has upheld Judge Leopoldo Puente’s handling of the Koldo case, dismissing appeals by José Luis Ábalos and his former advisor, Koldo García. The Court rejected claims that Puente was conducting a forbidden “prospective investigation,” which seeks potential crimes without a clear target, reaffirming that Puente’s inquiry concerns specific allegations supported by credible testimony from intermediary Víctor de Aldama about rigged public contracts.
– The Court emphasised that investigations need not start with strong proof of criminality, but rather to seek evidence confirming or denying suspicion.
– The Chamber also supported Puente’s refusal to authorise certain investigative measures sought by Ábalos and García, such as summoning senior Interior Ministry officials and certain experts, labelling those requests as pointless, delaying, or irrelevant. The Supreme Court cautioned against tactics aimed merely at casting doubt during this investigative stage, asserting that Puente’s actions are properly focused on concrete facts, not an unfounded search for incriminating evidence. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5732217/0/supremo-respalda-juez-caso-koldo-acusa-abalos-su-exasesor-intentar-sembrar-dudas-sobre-investigacion/

MALAGA PROVINCE

The terral wind will keep Malaga on yellow alert this Monday: {Translation, summary}
– On Monday, the province of Málaga will experience high temperatures, with a yellow warning in place everywhere except in the Axarquía, where no alert has been issued. This means that while much of Málaga, including the capital, the Costa del Sol, and the Guadalhorce Valley, will endure daytime highs reaching around 36 degrees Celsius due to the persistent terral wind, the Axarquía will be comparatively spared from this heat alert.
– On Sunday, the hottest place in the province was Coín with 39.5 degrees Celsius, and Málaga city also recorded temperatures near 39 degrees Celsius. The sea temperature along the Málaga coast stands steady between 17.8 and 18.5 degrees Celsius.
– The Axarquía’s exemption from the heat warning suggests milder conditions relative to the surrounding areas. Meanwhile, the forecast points to generally stable weather, with warm, but not extreme, temperatures extending through Málaga province. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/terral-mantiene-aviso-amarillo-malaga-lunes-20250720203920-nt.html

{I felt the terral arrive in Torrox Costa: I was standing in my doorway at 12:30am enjoying the cool breeze. In an instant the direction of the wind changes from this weekend’s mild Atlantic source; this new wind felt like a hot blast from directly above! Five minutes later the wind again changed, still hot, but now coming from the Sahara direction. I put this in the same category as seeing it rain on one side of the street but not the other. Seen that one a few times in TC & Nerja. -Ed.}

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

One person killed after collision between car and motorbike on the N-340 in Vélez-Málaga: {Translation, summary}
– A 30-year-old man has died in a traffic accident early this morning in the municipality of Vélez-Málaga. According to a statement issued by 112, the accident took place at around 3.15 a.m. at kilometre 268 of the N-340 road. Several reports were received alerting that a car and a motorcycle had collided and that there was a seriously injured person on the road. The coordination centre then activated the 061 Health Emergency Centre, which mobilised a mobile intensive care unit, the Traffic Civil Guard, Road Maintenance and the Local Police.
– Paramedics confirmed the death of a 30-year-old man at the scene of the accident. During the intervention of the emergency services, the N-340 remained closed to traffic. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-fallecido-colision-coche-moto-340-velez-malaga-20250720102757.html

IZNATE

Iznate reports that it has been without doctors at the health centre for four days: {Translation, summary}
– PSOE provincial deputy Isabel Ruiz and Iznate mayor Gregorio Campos have raised concerns about the absence of a doctor at the health centre in the Axarquía municipality. ‘The residents of Iznate have been without a doctor at the health centre for no less than four days. It is completely incomprehensible. We do not understand this lack of sensitivity on the part of the Popular Party when it comes to healthcare,’ said Isabel Ruiz. ‘We are at a critical juncture. The Moreno Bonilla government, led by the Popular Party, is bringing public health to a state of total collapse,’ said the provincial deputy.
– “Let’s not fool ourselves. This is not a lack of resources, it is not a lack of means on the part of the central government, but rather an ideological model that is becoming more entrenched every year and is leading to the total and absolute destruction of Andalusia’s public healthcare model,‘ she said. ’Here, those who can afford it have private healthcare,” she added.
– Ruiz criticised the summer plan approved by the Regional Government. ‘There are fewer doctors, fewer health centres open in the afternoons and an increase of up to almost 12 days on average in the time it takes to see a GP at your health centre,’ she said. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/iznate-medicos-centro-salud/

USA

GOP Erupts After Gabbard Exposes Obama Admin’s ‘Treasonous’ Intel Plot Framing Trump: ‘Makes Watergate Look Like Amateur Hour’:
– Republican lawmakers delivered a thunderous response following Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s explosive declassification of documents proving the Obama administration deliberately manufactured intelligence to create the false Trump-Russia collusion narrative, with revelations that expose what one Republican described as a disinformation campaign against the American people that “makes Watergate look like amateur hour.”
– The declassified documents reveal that a December 8, 2016 Presidential Daily Brief stated that Russian actors “did not impact recent US election results by conducting malicious cyber activities against election infrastructure,” but Obama administration officials suppressed this assessment and ordered intelligence agencies to create a new narrative that “directly contradicted” their original findings. The bombshell revelations prompted an immediate and furious response from Republican leaders on Friday.
– House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) framed the document release as vindication of long-standing conservative suspicions about deep state corruption and called for immediate accountability.
– Representative Tom Tiffany (R-WI) delivered perhaps the most comprehensive indictment of the conspiracy, systematically naming key figures across the Obama administration while detailing each player’s role in manufacturing and promoting the Russia collusion hoax. “Joe Biden and Barack Obama knew about it. Hillary Clinton fabricated it. The FBI orchestrated it. And the mainstream media sold it,” Tiffany wrote. “Trump-Russia collusion was all a made-up HOAX. We NEED accountability,” he added.
Full article: https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/18/gop-erupts-after-gabbard-exposes-obama-admins-treasonous-intel-plot-framing-trump-makes-watergate-look-like-amateur-hour/ & X Link 1 & X Link 2 & X Link 3 & X Link 4 & X Link 5 & X Link 6

GASTRONOMIA

Tired of awful cheesecake? Chain offering more than 20 varieties opens new outlet in Malaga shopping centre:
– The popular La Cheesequería chain offering a variety of cheesecakes had a humble beginning on Avenida del Mayorazgo, where it opened its first establishment in the middle of the pandemic. Four years later, it has four establishments in Malaga and Granada. The intention is to keep growing and the latest opening in the Plaza Mayor shopping centre on the outskirts of Malaga city is one more step on the ladder.
– The other three outlets in Malaga are located in the city centre (Calle Carretería, 44), Teatinos (Avenida Plutarco, 83) and El Palo (Avenida Pío Baroja, 6). The newest addition is a kiosk, which you can find right next to the MediaMarkt on the shopping centre premises.
– It opened on Wednesday, 16 July. During the inauguration, the Malaga chain gave out 500 free slices of cheesecake. The cake of the month is the lemon biscuit one, so make sure you visit the kiosk and try it. Every month, the Cheesequería launches a new flavour, despite already having a menu of more than 20 varieties. In addition to cheesecakes, you can buy cookies, specialty coffee, granita and leche merengada. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/the-fifth-cheesequeria-opens-malaga-20250717074914-nt.html

RECALLS

Withdrawal of two hair straightening products: {Translation, summary}
– Specifically, these are the products ‘Happy Anne #Superalisado KIT Alisado Brasileño’ and ‘Kativa. Kit Alisado Brasileño’, marketed by the company Cosmetrade, S.L., based in Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz). The alert affects all batches.
– According to the OCU, following a safety assessment, the safe use of these straightening products cannot be guaranteed because they do not comply with the applicable regulations, Regulation (EC) 1223/2009. For this reason, the Aemps has ordered the cessation of their marketing and the withdrawal from the market of all units distributed.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/alertan-retirada-dos-productos-alisado-capilar-20250720181719-nt.html

TRAVEL

Up to 4,000 euro fine for overloading the car with more luggage than allowed: {Translation, summary}
– During this summer, many Spaniards will travel by car to their holiday destinations, often loading substantial luggage into their vehicles. However, cars have a Maximum Authorised Mass, which includes the vehicle’s own weight plus cargo and passengers, and this limit must not be exceeded.
– The Traffic Civil Guard carries out weight checks using scales, comparing the actual load to the specified maximum in the vehicle’s technical document. Drivers found exceeding the limit face fines ranging from three hundred euros for minor excesses to up to four thousand euros if the load exceeds the limit by more than twenty-five per cent. It is thus crucial to verify the total weight before travel, especially in summer, to ensure vehicle safety and avoid costly penalties that could mar the start of the holiday season.
– Passenger vehicles must not exceed 3,500 kilograms (or 4,250 kilograms for certain motorhomes and electric cars), while trucks and trailers face limits that vary by number of axles and other technical conditions, with a maximum of around 40 tonnes for large articulated vehicles.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/motor/movilidad/hasta-4-000-euros-multa-sobrecargar-coche-mas-equipaje-permitido-verano-5730279/
Limits ref: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/authorised-maximum-dimensions-and-weights-for-trucks-buses-and-coaches.html?fromSummary=32

CANCEL CULTURE / #MeToo

Commie Cancel Culture Crash: {Translation, summary}
– Former politician communist Íñigo Errejón’s defence has formally requested a conciliation meeting with actress Elisa Mouliaá, prior to initiating legal proceedings for slander. Errejón demands that Mouliaá retract her accusations that he extorted a witness involved in the investigation of his alleged sexual assault, and seeks €10,000 in compensation for damages.
– Recently released audio recordings reveal it was Mouliaá pressuring a witness not to disclose information detrimental to her in court. In response, Mouliaá accused Errejón of extortion via social media. However, Errejón’s defence highlights that the witness denied ever speaking to him, and another witness confirmed he reached out to Errejón in support after Mouliaá’s contested complaint. Errejón’s legal representative firmly denies any witness intimidation and urges Mouliaá to recognise the facts, withdraw defamatory statements, abstain from further similar claims, and compensate Errejón before any criminal suit is filed. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5732112/0/errejon-da-primer-paso-para-denunciar-mouliaa-por-injurias-le-pide-10-000-euros/

PETS

Axarquia Dog Parks, Beaches & Paths: {DigameXtra}
– Parque Canino El Tomillar, Torre del Mar – A dedicated dog park offering large off-lead areas and agility equipment near El Ingenio shopping centre. Ideal for dogs to socialise and exercise safely.
– Playa Canina de Torre del Mar – The officially recognised dog beach with year-round access and direct adjacency to the dog park.
– Parque de Perros, Vélez-Málaga – Secure fenced park close to Parque María Zambrano, popular with dog owners for safe, off-lead play and social meetings.
– Parque La Marjal, Vélez-Málaga – Scenic green space with walking trails suitable for leashed dogs, connecting to surrounding natural areas and hillsides.
– Playa Canina de Torrox – A designated dog beach near the lighthouse, allowing dogs to roam freely during specified times; check seasonal restrictions before letting your dog run free, look for signs on location.
– Alcazaba Fortaleza Park, Vélez-Málaga – A historic fortress area providing pleasant walking paths suitable for dogs on leads within culture-rich surroundings.
– Parque María Zambrano, Vélez-Málaga – Spacious park with walking circuits and grass areas, frequented by families and pet owners alike.
– Dog friendly nudist beach? Playas Naturistas near Algarrobo Costa is what you seek. These naturist areas are often dog friendly, though local rules vary so consultation of current municipal guidelines is advised. Check local notices for dog policies on beaches.
– Note: Parks & beaches may have seasonal hours and leash regulations. Always check local signage on arrival, and consider checking municipal websites before visiting to avoid disappointment. {I have found many municipal websites have not been recently updated, some even look abandoned, apparently these are immune to the “digitalization” the Junta says it has heavily invested in! Wonder where all that free EU money goes? Me too. -Ed.}. Some beaches restrict dog access to winter months only. Don’t assume it is ok just because you see others doing it. Ask before taking dogs inside park or beach bars/cafes or onto terraces.

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DigameXtra No. 3051 WEEKEND EDITION Friday, July 18th, 2025

On July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Rincon de la Victoria- Day of the Horse Fair 2025:
Sunday, July 20. Noon – 7pm
The day will bring together around 70 horses, and a dozen carriages from equestrian centres.
As a novelty, the people who come dressed in flamenco attire can take a posed photo with the horses, or even enjoy a ride on a horse.
The official parade will take place between 13.00 and 14.00 hours, with output from the square in Al-Andalus, and extend its usual route up the street Andalusia, passing by the avenue of the Candelaria and the camino Viejo de Vélez.
The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place at 18.00 hours in the square in Al-Andalus.
To be able to participate in the horseback ride will be required to present your access card (tarjeta de acceso ?), and go correctly dressed in flamenco attire, as recalled by the mayor. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/rincon/rincon-victoria-reunira-equinos-decena-carruajes-dia-caballo-20250717175154-nt.html

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Boombastic Costa del Sol 2025- Venue Moved & Extra Day Added:
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– Boombastic Winamax Costa del Sol is moved from Estepona fairground to Málaga fairground, where it was held last year.
– The event will take place from 24 to 27 July, for a total of four days.
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THE RECTIFIER – A NOVEL WITH A LOCAL CONNECTION By Axarquia Resident, Berkeley Fenne
After serving in Afghanistan, Bosnia and for the British Government, ex-SAS Army Captain, Stuart Reece, wanted nothing more than to retire to his villa and enjoy a peaceful life, basking in the beauty of southern Spain and spend some time researching the locations where he served and the ‎drug trade from Afghanistan. On one such fine day, he is shot, he survives the attempt to eliminate ‎him. Reece is now determined to find the hitman. He later discovers that what he had begun to ‎uncover was only the tip of the iceberg. Reece starts chasing an international drug trafficking ‎business and all of its tentacles. Thus begins the race to reach the roots of all evil. Travelling ‎through southern Spain to the Balkans, eastern Europe and into Asia, he realises that the hunt was ‎leading him back to where traumatic memories of war and violence had scarred him, in ‎Afghanistan. With the events unfolding, ‘The Rectifier’ brings light to the underworld drug ‎trafficking business, terrorism, and how greed for power and money can shift even those that are ‎our protectors into traffickers and criminals.
The Rectifier is the first of a Trilogy of Stuart Reece thriller books. ‎
Berkeley Fenne A retired senior company director latterly a business consultant, he had provided ‎guidance and support to a variety and diverse range of companies. He designed and delivered a ‎business improvement programme with accompanying reference manual, which inspired the ‎beginning of fiction novel writing. Fenne is a Spanish resident, appreciating the opportunity to write ‎in the pleasant surroundings of southern Spain.
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SPAIN

What you hiding, Sneaky Pete? Sánchez refuses to reveal hundreds of names of his hand-picked staff to Ethics violation investigators: {Translation, summary}
– Corruption scandals surrounding Pedro Sánchez’s Government and the PSOE expose a government that has exceeded its predecessors in questionable practices, despite promises to end them. However, the information released represents only a fraction of the problem, as nepotism and revolving doors between government and private companies remain extensive but lacking transparency.
– The investigative portal Civio examined hundreds of advisers and temporary personnel who moved between ministries and companies linked to government activity. Civio criticises the Government’s refusal to disclose but a small fraction of the names, citing that several PSOE ministries have provided no information at all, while among disclosed names most are communications advisers, party affiliates, or relatives of politicians.
– According to official statistics, nearly 800 temporary staff worked across various ministries in 2023, yet only around 200 names were released, suggesting more than 570 politically appointed figures remain hidden. Cases such as the daughter of former PSC secretary Pere Navarro, and relatives of former ministers like Alberto Garzón, highlight the problem. Civio stresses that publication of all temporary staff names is absent from Sánchez’s new anti-corruption plan, with over 2,600 appointments since 2010 remaining partially unknown.
– Corruption scandals surrounding Pedro Sánchez’s Government reveal that, despite promises to end such practices, insider favouritism and reward appointments persist, with little personnel transparency. Civio’s investigation shows that many ministries, mainly PSOE-led, refuse to disclose the names of politically appointed temporary staff, obscuring hundreds of appointments since 2010. Source, Spanish: https://www.libremercado.com/2025-07-17/jueves-sanchez-se-niega-a-desvelar-cientos-de-nombres-de-su-personal-contratado-a-dedo-7276856/

ANDALUCÍA

Even the lefty main stream media admits socialist PSOE is sinking in Andalucia, not an easy task considering how the current conservative PP leaders are mucking things up: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Barometer by Centra reveals a historic collapse in PSOE support, largely attributed to corruption scandals involving José Luis Ábalos and Santos Cerdán, while the PP maintains a commanding lead.
– If elections were held now, the conservative PP would secure 41.7% of votes and an absolute majority with 55 to 57 seats, suffering minimal losses since 2022.
– In contrast, the PSOE would record its worst result ever in Andalusia with only 19.8%, translating into 24 to 26 seats, down from 30 in the last election.
– Other parties like Vox, Por Andalucía/Sumar, and Adelante Andalucía would see modest gains. Despite this, Juanma Moreno and María Jesús Montero enjoy higher personal approval ratings than their parties.
– Nationally, Andalusians largely view the political situation pessimistically, favouring Alberto Núñez Feijóo as prime minister. The Barometer also highlights corruption as the top concern in Spain, while unemployment and healthcare are priorities in Andalusia. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/barometro-centra-pp-juanma-montero_0_2004389037.html

AXARQUÍA

The terral arrives this Friday at the Axarquía: yellow alert for temps above 36C, La Viñuela may reach 40C: {Translation, summary}
– From this Friday onwards, the terral, a very dry northwesterly wind responsible for the highest temperatures in the region, will take hold. This warm spell could last until next Monday, the 21st of July, although on some days it might alternate along parts of the coast with sea breezes or westerly winds.
– With the terral comes the first yellow warning for high temperatures this summer in Axarquía. The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a warning for the region on Friday for maximum temperatures of 36 degrees Celsius, in force from 1 pm until 9 pm. Nevertheless, the worst conditions in the province are expected on the Costa del Sol and in the Guadalhorce Valley, areas under an orange warning for maximum temperatures of 39 degrees Celsius.
– Meteorology forecasts for Friday in the province partly cloudy or clear skies, with intervals of high clouds, and some morning low cloud periods along the coast. Minimum temperatures will remain mostly unchanged, while maximum temperatures will rise along the coast. Winds will be light and variable, shifting to the northwest with moderate intervals in the afternoon, and occasionally strong westerly winds along the coast.
**FRIDAY’S PROJECTED HIGH TEMPS**
– The highest temperatures in Axarquía will occur inland, although the terral is expected to reach parts of the coast during the afternoon. Thus, the maximum temperature is anticipated in La Viñuela at 40 degrees Celsius.
– Temperatures of 39 degrees are forecast for Benamargosa, Periana, Alcaucín and Riogordo; 38 degrees in Canillas de Aceituno, Almáchar, El Borge, Cútar and Totalán; 37 degrees in Rincón de la Victoria, Benamocarra, Comares, Iznate, Moclinejo and Colmenar; 36 degrees in Vélez-Málaga and Algarrobo; 35 degrees in Torrox, Cómpeta and Frigiliana; 34 degrees in Alfarnate; and 33 degrees in Nerja.
– The weekend will maintain stable conditions and clear skies. Winds will predominantly come from the northwest or west, with moderate westerly winds along the coast. The terral is likely to cause a drop in sea temperatures. This is because this wind encourages the phenomenon known as upwelling: the warmer surface waters move out to sea, leading to the rise of colder, nutrient-rich currents. It is a kind of natural reset of the water.
**WEEKEND**
– For Saturday, a slight drop in temperatures is expected in Axarquía. For now, AEMET has not issued any warnings for high temperatures in the region on this day. Nonetheless, 39 degrees is still expected in La Viñuela, 38 degrees in Benamargosa, and 37 degrees in Canillas de Aceituno or Alcaucín, among the prominent values.
– On Sunday, temperatures are forecast to rise again, reaching values similar to those predicted for Friday, with even higher maximums at points along the western coast of the region, though lower in the upper Axarquía. Thus, 40 degrees would return to La Viñuela; 39 degrees to Benamargosa and Alcaucín; and 38 degrees to Rincón de la Victoria, Periana, Canillas de Aceituno, Almáchar and El Borge.
– The following week would begin with temperatures very similar to those on Sunday. From Tuesday onwards, a downward trend in temperatures is expected due to the return of the levante and sea breezes, although humidity levels would rise, resulting in a greater sensation of sultriness. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-terral-llega-este-viernes-a-la-axarquia-aviso-amarillo-por-temperaturas-maximas-de-36-grados/

UKRAINE WAR

Zelenskyy appoints a new prime minister for a war-weary nation:
– Fresh off securing a plan to receive more U.S. weaponry, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed a new prime minister – the key negotiator of his country’s deal with the U.S. to partner on the development of minerals.
– By naming Yulia Svyrydenko {pic}, the former economy minister, to become the country’s first new head of government since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, Zelenskyy on Thursday elevated a loyal politician who has experience in diplomacy with the U.S. and other Western nations. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-government-reshuffle-zelenskyy-svyrydenko-c64ec1fd2475ad85c6a54a50c63076eb

UK

16 and 17-year-olds to be able to vote in next general election, government plans:
– Today, the UK government announced its plans to lower the voting age to 16 in time for the next general election. It also pledged other changes to the electoral system, such as expanding forms of voter ID, moving towards automatic voter registration, and tightening rules on political donations to protect against foreign interference. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c93kkg37n3kt

SPORTS

Tennis News- Ons Jabeur announces break from tennis, thanks fans – ‘To breathe, to heal’:
– Ons Jabeur, the 29-year-old Tunisian tennis star and two-time Wimbledon finalist, announced on July 17 that she is taking an indefinite break from tennis to focus on her well-being, citing injuries and emotional strain over the past two years.The announcement follows her emotional first-round exit from Wimbledon, where she was forced to retire hurt against Viktoriya Tomova. Full article: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/tennis/ons-jabeur-announces-break-from-tennis-thanks-fan-to-breathe-to-heal/articleshow/122662011.cms

SPANISH ROYALS

The infanta Sofía will continue her studies outside of Spain: {Translation, summary}
– Infanta Sofía, having recently graduated from UWC Atlantic College in Wales with the International Baccalaureate, will begin a three-year degree in Political Science and International Relations at Forward College, affiliated with the University of London. Her studies will take place successively in Lisbon, Paris and Berlin, commencing this September.
– This choice follows her expressed wish to study abroad, with her parents, the King and Queen of Spain, setting conditions that her education remain close enough to allow her to attend institutional duties and prove useful to the Crown. As Sofía is not heir to the throne, she will have responsibilities different from those of her elder sister, Princess Leonor.
– Founded in 2021, Forward College offers a unique programme, at €18,000 annually, whereby students study in three European capitals and is academically directed by the London School of Economics. The course includes subjects such as Political Science, Philosophy, History and Business. The college is highly selective, admitting one in every eleven applicants, and its student body represents around forty nationalities. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5732405/0/infanta-sofia-estudiara-politica-relaciones-internacionales-forward-college/

TRAVEL

Seville to Málaga Renfe train disruption Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August: {Translation, summary}
– Adif is going to carry out in order to improve the hydraulic capacity of the infrastructure, Renfe will enable alternative service by road from source to destination and the intermediate stations on the route to the services of conventional Mid-range Sevilla-Malaga during Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th August.
– During these three days will run a total of 102 buses in the section affected by the works, to ensure the mobility of the travelers from the 34 Half-Distance conventional Sevilla-Malaga (12 Friday, 10 on Saturday and 12 on Sunday).
– The buses will have as source and/or destination of the stations of Sevilla, San Bernardo and Dos Hermanas, with stops at all intermediate stations on the route, except Bobadilla and El Chorro-Caminito del Rey whose mobility is ensured only by taxi. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/autobus-renfe-tren-sevilla-malaga-agosto-obras-20250716131847-nt.html

RELIGION

A CT scan prior to the restoration of the Virgin of Fatima discovers a capsule inside: {Translation, summary}
– The statue of the Virgin of Fátima venerated in Málaga is to be restored on the occasion of the seventy-fifth anniversary of its arrival in the city. As a preliminary step, a computed axial tomography scan was performed to assess its state of preservation and ensure an intervention respectful of its original structure. The examination revealed an unexpected discovery: a capsule concealed within the image…which may contain a message, document, or or other items of interest and intrigue.
– The study was conducted by the Diagnostic Imaging Unit team at HM Málaga, using high-resolution technology that allows the internal structure to be analysed without the need for physical intervention in the statue. The three-dimensional images are currently being evaluated by experts, and will be essential in planning the restoration process.
– The statue was made in the 1940s by the Portuguese sculptor José Ferreira Thedim, the very artist who created the original statue of the Virgin of Fátima, venerated since 1920 in the Portuguese sanctuary. The Málaga replica bears an official seal of authenticity certifying its provenance and high heritage value.
– During the 1940s, only twelve official replicas of the Virgin of Fátima were made to travel the world on evangelical missions. After fulfilling their purpose, all returned to the Portuguese sanctuary, save for the one that arrived in Málaga. By express wish of the then Bishop Ángel Herrera Oria, the image remained in the city, where it is commonly known as “la Peregrina”. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1910727/un-tac-previo-a-la-restauracion-de-la-virgen-de-fatima-descubre-una-capsula-en-su-interior/

OTHER

RIP- Connie Francis, whose hit songs included ‘Who’s Sorry Now?’ and ‘Pretty Little Baby,’ dies at 87:
– Connie Francis, the wholesome pop star of the 1950s and ‘60s whose hits included “Pretty Little Baby” and “Who’s Sorry Now?” – the latter would serve as an ironic title for a personal life filled with heartbreak and tragedy – has died at age 87.
– Radio DJ Bruce “Cousin Brucie” Morrow, a longtime friend, told The Associated Press that she died Wednesday at a hospital in Florida, the state where she had lived for years. Morrow did not cite a specific cause of death, but Francis had posted on social media earlier this month that she had been hospitalized with “extreme pain.” Full article: https://apnews.com/article/connie-francis-died-87-singer-pretty-little-baby-785646a658c66d61f4263eeb5b5d5d42 & Video Link

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