DigameXtra No. 3118 Wednesday, October 29th, 2025

On October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Upcoming Public Holiday: Saturday, 1 Nov.
All Saints’ Day, (Día de todos los Santos’), is a celebration of all Christian saints, particularly those who have no special feast days of their own, in many Roman Catholic, Anglican and Protestant churches. In many western churches it is annually held November 1 and in many eastern churches it is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost. It is also known as All Hallows Tide, All-Hallomas, or All Hallows’ Day.
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Editor’s Siesta Day: Monday, 10 Nov, 2025
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Cool & Groovy: 31 Oct
Hi folks, Cool and Groovy are playing in La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida this coming Friday 31st October from 8.00pm. Call 952553254 or 609167127 for your table.
Hope to see you there, Mitch & Skatz (Cool & Groovy)

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“PASAJE” Flamenco Show: Fri, 31 Oct, 7pm
Casa de Cultura- Almuñécar. Puerta de Granada 19, 18690.
This is what Pasaje sounds like. A range of frequencies that, performed solely with the voices of two singers and the earthly sounds of the most traditional percussion, will create an entire acoustic universe. As simple and as complex as the soundscape created by nature. Info & tix (€15): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/pasaje-espectaculo-flamenco & Video Link

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Ballix Duo Concert (cello and piano): Velez Malaga
Fri, 7 Nov, at 8pm @ Teatro del Carmen
Info & tix (€10): https://www.velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=agendadeactividades&id=2917&year=2025&month=11&day=07 & Video Link
{I was unable to access ticket sales on the link they provide, http://www.giglon.com. -Ed.}

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Upcoming Events at Almuñécar’s J. Martín Recuerda Auditorium:
Puerta de Granada, 19 (18690) Almuñécar
– Sun, 2 Nov, 7pm. OPERA NABUCCO, National Opera Theatre of Moldova. Info & tix (€33): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/nabuco-teatro-nacional-opera-de-moldavia
– Mon, 3 Nov, 7pm. MAESTRO MIYAZAKI Chamber Orchestra. Info & tix (€12): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/maestro-miyazaki-chamber-orchestra
– Fri, 7 Nov, 7pm. FLAMENCO: Requiebro. Info & tix (€15): https://bravoentradas.es/es/events/flamenco-requiebro

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Mercado Moscatel- Almáchar: Sun, 9 Nov
María Zambrano Park will once again be filled with flavours, aromas and traditions on a unique day that pays tribute to wine and Muscat grapes, symbols of the identity of the Axarquía region. The IX Muscat Market will bring together local producers, artisans and lovers of good food in an unmissable event celebrating local cuisine and culture. There will be tastings, show cooking, music and folklore, all in a festive atmosphere that celebrates the essence of the Axarquía. Info: https://www.bandomovil.com/almachar/1436114/0

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The Government gives the green light to the coup against the Judiciary and presents it as “a historic and guaranteeing law”: {Translation, summary}
– It is an undeniable fact that, following the announcement of Junts’ break with the investiture bloc, any initiative approved by the Government in the Council of Ministers and subsequently required to pass parliamentary procedures in the Congress of Deputies is doomed to fail. Among these is the reform of the Criminal Procedure Law promoted by the Minister of the Presidency, Félix Bolaños {pic}.
– The Justice Minister specified that the law, which he described as “historic,” aims for prosecutors to take charge of the investigation of judicial cases, ending a jurisdiction that has, since 1882, belonged to judges. The proposal emerges in an especially delicate context for Sánchez’s Government, besieged by accusations of corruption and various legal scandals. A move that, according to judges’ associations, could be seen as political interference in the judiciary, but which the Government defends under a “guarantee-based,” “modernist,” and “European” rationale. “Questioning the professionalism and impartiality of the Public Prosecutor’s Office pains me, but it will especially pain prosecutors when they hear such criticism,” Bolaños retorted in a press conference after the Council of Ministers.
– If successful, this measure would transfer investigative responsibility to prosecutors who, under a hierarchical model like that of the Public Prosecutor’s Office, report to the Attorney General of the State, closely linked to the Government’s executive office. The law will allow the Attorney General’s mandate to be extended to five years, with the aim of ensuring it does not coincide with the Government’s term.
– According to Bolaños, this law would not come into force until January 2028 and will not affect ongoing judicial cases. “This law improves the criminal process, speeds it up, aligns it with Europe and makes it a more guarantee-based law,” he defended.
– The Government assures it will engage in dialogue with all parliamentary groups to ensure the measure succeeds and is not ignored. However, tensions are no longer limited to Junts: its coalition partner, Sumar, has expressed displeasure with the decision to restrict the figure of popular accusations by excluding political parties. Sources from Sumar reject the reform proposal, see next article. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/espana/…

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Wha cha hidin’ Pedro? Sanchez Admin Tries to Limit Who May Bring Accusations to the Courts: {Translation}
– SUMAR showed its disagreement this Tuesday with the latest reform of the Criminal Procedure Act by the Government, approved by the Council of Ministers. This objection raised by the left-wing coalition focuses specifically on “the limitation of the popular accusation” as incorporated by the Ministry of Justice into a much wider package of very significant changes.
– “We reject the proposed reform of the popular accusation that limits the ability to exercise the accusation by associations, trade unions, and civil society. Over recent years, this instrument has proven essential for civil society’s control over abuses of economic and political power,” sources from Sumar state.
– In this regard, the group has announced that during parliamentary processing, it “will not support” this limitation but instead “will work for the strengthening of the popular accusation as a critical function of law, as well as to introduce more, related guarantees into the courts.”
– The regulation, as proposed by the socialist Government, limits the popular accusation by banning political parties, associations, trade unions, civil society or individuals from using it; also restricting it to certain crimes, corruption offences are included, and requiring a “legitimate link” to the case in question to be able to exercise it. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/ultima-hora-actualidad-politica-directo_6_12720129_1116443.html

Editor’s Note on previous two articles:
– The European Union is closely scrutinising Spain’s newly proposed criminal justice reform package, which dangerously curtails the role of so-called “popular accusations”, third-party legal interventions crucial for ensuring accountability of public officials and government, especially in corruption cases. By slashing civil society’s powers to bring these accusations, the reform recklessly undermines judicial independence and the public’s oversight rights, areas the EU traditionally guards with utmost vigilance.
– By centralising investigative authority in the hands of prosecutors, whose supreme leader, the Prosecutor General, is a political appointee of the executive, this reform effectively hands the ruling government unchecked influence over criminal investigations. This blatant conflict of interest is gravely concerning, especially given that Spain’s current Attorney General is already mired in a corruption trial.
– Parliamentary records and EU reports reveal the European Commission’s growing unease, demanding robust safeguards against government interference and protections for procedural fairness. Based on past EU jurisprudence, these heavy-handed restrictions are likely to be found incompatible with fundamental European democratic and justice standards. Yet, in typical fashion, any EU ruling will probably only materialise after protracted legal battles, leaving these controversial measures in force, potentially for years, before a verdict is reached. The damage to Spain’s judicial autonomy may well be done by then. Refs: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/E-10-2025-000103_EN.html & https://en.ara.cat/politics/the-council…

AXARQUÍA

AEMET activates the yellow warning for heavy rain and storms for this Wednesday in the Axarquía: {Translation, summary}
– The Axarquía region is experiencing initial light rainfall from an approaching storm system on Tuesday evening. Heavier rain is expected on Wednesday, 29 October, especially from midday, with strong showers, storms, and possible hail. The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a yellow alert for intense rain and storms valid from 09:00 to midnight. This includes the likelihood of 25 litres of rain per square metre in one hour or 70 litres over 12 hours, with tornadoes or waterspouts not ruled out. The warning covers Axarquía and also parts of Malaga province such as Ronda and Guadalhorce. Temperatures will remain stable, with southern winds increasing in the afternoon.
– On Thursday, conditions will improve as the storm moves east, with light rain easing by afternoon. From Friday, Axarquía will be outside the storm’s reach, expecting cloudy but mostly dry weather, with some light rain possible on Saturday, and uncertain weather on Sunday due to the arrival of a new frontal system {pic}. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/aemet-activa-aviso-por-fuertes-lluvias-y-tormentas-para-el-miercoles-29-de-octubre-en-la-axarquia/ & X Link

TORROX

Torrox passes next step to be declared a Tourist Municipality: {Translation, summary}
– The province currently has ten officially declared Tourist Municipalities: Álora, Antequera, Ardales , Benalmádena, Estepona, Fuengirola, Frigiliana, Nerja, Ronda and Torremolinos. This is a recognition granted by the Junta de Andalucía “to correct or at least compensate for the negative effects that tourist activity may have on these municipalities, given that the Law Regulating the Local Regime does not provide for any mechanism to compensate for the financial imbalance caused by the overprovision of municipal services caused by the influx of tourists”.
– The Andalusian Tourism Council (CAT), an advisory body of the Junta de Andalucía in tourism matters, held its plenary session this past Monday in which the favorable report for the declaration of Vejer de la Frontera (Cádiz), Torrox and Capileira (Granada) as Tourist Municipalities of Andalusia was approved. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/torrox-undecima-localidad-provincia-consigue-declaracion-municipio-turistico-20251027231018-nt_amp.html

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PP Wants To Industrialize Undeveloped Torrox Land: {Translation, summary}
– Environmental and civic groups have sharply criticised the PP-led Torrox Council’s latest push to convert the La Boticaria area into “showcase industrial” land, arguing that such development damages the town’s natural surroundings and promotes excessive tourism. The plan, hailed by Mayor Óscar Medina as a sign of economic progress, would turn rural terrain near the coastal road into commercial and hotel zones, something opponents say undermines Torrox’s traditional landscape and accelerates urban sprawl.
– Critics accuse the administration of prioritising population growth and business interests over environmental balance, warning that the initiative risks further congestion and the loss of green spaces that once defined the town’s charm.
– They have also warned that Torrox already faces growing pressure on essential services, including water and electricity, which are unlikely to sustain further large-scale development without harming both the environment and residents’ quality of life. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/torrox-modifica-pgou-impulsar-nuevos-suelos-industriales-20251027195938-nt_amp.html

GIBRALTAR

Spanish workers in Gibraltar denounce new kilometre-long queues– “We are still trapped in an obsolete border”: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish workers crossing daily into Gibraltar face renewed hardship with excessively long queues at the border. The Association of Spanish Workers in Gibraltar (Ascteg) reports that on Monday evening, waits exceeded an hour and fifteen minutes, notably near the airport tunnel—a congestion risk zone.
– The main cause is the detailed inspection of all workers’ ID cards and passports, not random checks, which causes immediate traffic jams. The problem is worsened by inexperienced staff, often trainees, slowing controls further. Ascteg highlights that over 10,900 Spanish workers and 16,000 border residents are affected daily, with European calls to Spain and Gibraltar to modernise infrastructure going unheeded. Moreover, the recent introduction of the Entry/Exit System, a biometric-based digital border control system active in many European countries, is not yet in use at the Gibraltar land border but raises concerns about further delays. Both workers and authorities worry that stricter Spanish controls will harm border fluidity, demanding urgent solutions as political agreements remain stalled. Source, Spanish: https://www.europasur.es/campo-de-gibraltar/trabajadores-espanoles-gibraltar-denuncian-nuevas_0_2005112550.html

MIDDLE EAST

Israel launches strikes on Gaza after Netanyahu accuses Hamas of breaching ceasefire:
– Israeli warplanes struck Gaza on Tuesday night shortly after Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, ordered the military to carry out “powerful strikes” in Gaza, in the latest test of the increasingly shaky US-brokered ceasefire. Witnesses reported seeing Israeli planes launch strikes on Gaza city, as well as explosions across the strip shortly after Netanyahu’s announcement.
– Netanyahu ordered the strikes after an emergency meeting to discuss what he called Hamas violations of the ceasefire, amid clamour for a return to the war by far-right figures in the Israeli government. The order prompted Hamas to delay a planned handover of a hostage’s remains which had been scheduled for Tuesday night.
– Hours earlier, Palestinian militants fired at Israeli soldiers in southern Gaza, prompting strikes from the Israeli military. Israeli media said Hamas militants attacked Israeli troops in southern Gaza with an anti-tank missile and guns and Israel retaliated by striking infrastructure associated with the militant group. An Israeli military official told Reuters that the attack violated the ceasefire as it was carried out east of the agreed withdrawal line of Israeli forces. Israel Katz, Israel’s defence minister, said that Hamas would “pay many times over” for attacking Israeli soldiers and for failing to turn over hostages’ remains. “The attack on IDF soldiers in Gaza today by the Hamas terror organisation crosses a glaring red line to which the IDF will respond with great force,” Katz said in a statement. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/28/returned-body-parts-were-of-hostage-recovered-two-years-ago-israel-says

BONEHEAD AWARD

World Class BS Artist, Globalist Bill Gates, makes major climate change reversal after years of spreading climate panic & pushing gov’ts into wasting untold billions in public funds– “People will be able to live and thrive” (Next he’ll try and sell us an antidote to the poison shots he’s distributed around the world):
– Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, who has spent more than a decade warning that the world was on the brink of unimaginable peril due to rising global temperatures, now says climate change “will not lead to humanity’s demise” in a stunning reversal. Gates, 70, who has sunk billions of his vast fortune into initiatives ostensibly meant to combat global warming, penned a lengthy blog post this week urging a shift away from the “doomsday outlook” many climate activists have adopted to terrify nonbelievers into seeing things their way.
– “Although climate change will have serious consequences, particularly for people in the poorest countries, it will not lead to humanity’s demise,” he wrote. “People will be able to live and thrive in most places on Earth for the foreseeable future.” His reversal is a stark departure from his previous assertions that avoiding a climate disaster “will be one of the greatest challenges humans have ever taken on, greater than landing on the moon, greater than eradicating smallpox, even greater than putting a computer on every desk.”
– Astonishingly, Gates goes so far as to point out that cold, not heat, is a far greater threat to humanity, writing, “surprisingly, excessive cold is far deadlier, killing nearly ten times more people every year than heat does.” He even noted some of the ways the obsessive focus on lowering greenhouse gas emissions has negatively impacted the very groups climate alarmists have warned would suffer most due to rising global temperatures. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/10/28/us-news/bill-gates-makes-major-climate-change-reversal-after-years-of-doomerism/

SPORTS

WOW! Spain’s Davidovich Fokina into next round at Paris Masters Tennis Tournament but Carlos Alcaraz is eliminated!

Tennis News- Paris Masters- Spain’s Davidovich Fokina Advances:
– Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, the No 15 seed, reached the second round of Paris Masters by edging out Valentin Royer 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 at the Paris La Défense Arena on Tuesday evening. Davidovich Fokina, ranked No 15, will face French wildcard Arthur Cazaux next. Full article: https://www.tennismajors.com/atp/paris-masters-davidovich-fokina-makes-second-round-838921.html

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Tennis News- Carlos Alcaraz’s tremendous defeat at the Paris Masters 1,000, he says goodbye in his debut against Norrie: {Translation, summary}
– Carlos Alcaraz succumbed once again on Tuesday to the “curse” of the Paris Masters 1000, bowing out early in a poor match against Cameron Norrie (6-4 / 3-6 / 4-6). The Spaniard was unable to find solutions against a tricky opponent, setting the stage for Jannik Sinner to regain the world No. 1 ranking. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/deportes/tenis/carlos-alcaraz-cameron-norrie-masters-1-000-paris-directo-resultado-ultima-hora-los-dieciseisavos-final_6662096_6.html

HEALTH

State of Texas sues Tylenol (acetaminophen) makers, alleging deceptive marketing to pregnant people:
– Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, filed a lawsuit against the makers of Tylenol, claiming they deceptively marketed the pain medication to pregnant people despite alleged risks of autism and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Paxton filed the suit on Tuesday in Texas state court against Johnson & Johnson, the creators of the Tylenol brand of acetaminophen, and Kenvue, a Johnson & Johnson spinoff company which has sold Tylenol since 2023.
– “Big Pharma betrayed America by profiting off of pain and pushing pills regardless of the risks. These corporations lied for decades, knowingly endangering millions to line their pockets,” said Paxton in a press release. (See a mid-2025 study supporting this at: “Mount Sinai Study Supports Evidence That Prenatal Acetaminophen Use May Be Linked to Increased Risk of Autism and ADHD” https://www.mountsinai.org/about/newsroom/2025/mount-sinai-study-supports-evidence-that-prenatal-acetaminophen-use-may-be-linked-to-increased-risk-of-autism-and-adhd)
Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/28/texas-tylenol-lawsuit-deceptive-marketing-allegations

SPACE

The Red Spider Nebula, captured by the Webb telescope:
– This new NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope Picture of the Month features a cosmic creepy-crawly called NGC 6537- the Red Spider Nebula. Using its Near-InfraRed Camera (NIRCam), Webb has revealed never-before-seen details in this picturesque planetary nebula with a rich backdrop of thousands of stars.
– Planetary nebulae like the Red Spider Nebula form when ordinary stars like the sun reach the end of their lives. After ballooning into cool red giants, these stars shed their outer layers and cast them into space, exposing their white-hot cores. Ultraviolet light from the central star ionizes the cast-off material, causing it to glow. The planetary nebula phase of a star’s life is as fleeting as it is beautiful, lasting only a few tens of thousands of years. Full article: https://phys.org/news/2025-10-red-spider-nebula-caught-webb.html

OBITUARIES

UK ‘Fawlty Towers’ actress Prunella Scales dies age 93:
– British actress Prunella Scales {pic, centre}, best known for playing the formidable Sybil Fawlty in comedy show “Fawlty Towers”, has died age 93, her sons said in a statement on Tuesday.
– She was born in Surrey in 1932 and started her acting career at The Old Vic Theatre School in Bristol. Scales was married to actor Timothy West for 61 years. He died last November. She had been suffering from dementia.
– Sybil was the wife of John Cleese’s Basil Fawlty, in the show’s two series made in 1975 and 1979. Set in a dysfunctional hotel in the seaside resort of Torquay, it became one of Britain’s best-known comedies and was shown around the world. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/uk-fawlty-towers-actress-prunella-scales-dies-age-93-bbc-says-2025-10-28/

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Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
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Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
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Emergency Services.: 112
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Halloween Events – Vélez-Málaga Area:
Festivities begin at 17:00 in Valle-Niza, and at 17:30 in Cajiz and Almayate, with costume contests at 18:30 and 20:00 in Benajarafe and Chilches. From these times until midnight, Vélez-Málaga will experience an intense Halloween, full of terror and shared enjoyment among its residents.

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Fiesta de la Castaña- Alcaucín: Sat, 8 Nov
The Chestnut Festival in Alcaucín, Málaga, is celebrated every year on November 8th, bringing together locals and visitors around this autumn tradition. Throughout the day, chestnuts and sweet potatoes are roasted for tasting while enjoying music, workshops, and traditional games. The town square is filled with stalls, pumpkins, and decorations that evoke the season, offering a cultural and gastronomic experience that combines local customs with the festive spirit of autumn. Info: https://www.alcaucin.es/es/4583/fiesta-castana

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Bee Gees “Tribute Band Show”: Sat, 8 Nov, 7pm
Almuñécar House of Culture
Calle Puerta de Granada, Almuñécar
Telephone: (+34) 958 838 623
Info & tix (€15 + 1.50 fee): https://lacocheraentradas.com/shows/details/2083/bee-gees-tribute-band-show

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Feria del Jamón- Campillos: Sun, 9 Nov
The 17th Ham and Pork Products Fair in Campillos is a prestigious gastronomic event. There will be tastings, training sessions on how to cut ham, demonstrations and live music. The central and iconic José María Hinojosa Park becomes a market for traditional products from Campillos and other villages in the area. Some of the most exciting exhibitors are those selling Serrano ham and other cured meats like chorizo, salchichón, morcón or morcilla.
Also, the event includes stands offering other traditional products from the Guadalteba and Antequera regions—goat cheese, homemade pastries and olive oil from the hojiblanca variety. A total of around fifty different stands are installed for visitors to taste and purchase traditional local products. The fair is a typical folk festivity and, as such, it lasts until late in the afternoon while featuring music and dancing performances by “pandas de verdiales”. Various musical performances both on Saturday, November 8 and during the celebration of the event on Sunday, November 9. Info & map: https://www.malaga.es/en/laprovincia/tradiciones/lis_cd-13231/feria-del-jamon-ham-festival-campillos-november-unique-festival
More info: https://www.campillos.es/5037/…

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Feria del Conejo- Parauta (Malaga): Fri-Sun, 7-9 Nov.
Fair of the rabbit. Free tastings of the traditional conejo ajo con arroz, garlic rabbit rice.
Musical and flamenco performances. Let’s dance friends
Stalls selling local crafts and typical products.
Activities for the whole family.
A few steps from the centre of the village is the Enchanted Forest of Parauta, a magical trail full of figures of elves, fairies and animals carved in wood, ideal to enjoy with children or as a couple. This space combines art, nature and fantasy, offering a unique journey through the nature of the Sierra de las Nieves Natural ParkDeclared Biosphere Reserve.

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Swing Dance Party– Sundays Swing at La Cochera Cabaret:
Sun, 16 Nov, 8-11pm
Av. de los Guindos 19, Malaga
Whether you’re a swingout ace or have never danced swing before, the Swing community in Malaga will welcome you with open arms at a show organised by Malaga Swing. This fresh event brings together dancers of all levels and ages, dedicated to spreading swing in Malaga and promoting the culture that comes with it, with values of camaraderie, inclusion and diversity.
Info & tix (€6): https://lacocheraentradas.com/shows/details/2275/los-domingos-al-swing

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Godspell- The Musical, returns to Malaga:
30 Oct – 11 Jan. Teatro del Soho CaixaBank, Malaga
Godspell returns to the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank from 30 October. After taking the stage by storm at its premiere in 2022, with sold-out performances and a successful tour of Spain, the musical that brought together Antonio Banderas and Emilio Aragón returns to Malaga for a magical Christmas season.
Address: C/ Córdoba 13, 29001 Málaga. Tel 952429173
Info & tix (€25): https://teatrodelsoho.com/evento/godspell/ & Video Link

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SPAIN

The Sanchez house of cards begins to crumble…Junts announce break with the Sanchez admin & PSOE, will put this decision to a vote among its members on Wednesday and Thursday: {Translation, summary of 2 articles}
– Carles Puigdemont formalised in an appearance without questions at Perpignan the decision to break the Brussels agreement of November 9, 2023, which allowed the investiture of Pedro Sánchez.
– Puigdemont has certified that his party leaves the Executive in a minority in Congress by going over to the opposition, after breaking down the list of grievances that has led, as he has stressed, to failing to comply with a series of commitments including the right to self-determination for Catalonia. The former Catalan president has stressed that his people will only work for a Spanish Government that helps his community: “If not, see you later”, he concluded.
– Junts, led by Carles Puigdemont {pic, centre}, has unanimously agreed to end relations with Spain’s Socialist Party (PSOE) after accusing it of failing to honour the Brussels Agreements that enabled Pedro Sánchez’s 2024 investiture.
– The decision will be put to a vote among party members this week. Junts claims progress has stalled on key issues such as granting Catalan official status in the EU, applying the Amnesty Law to Puigdemont and others, and advancing laws on repeat offending, squatting, and immigration powers for Catalonia.
– The party also expressed anger over the Supreme Court’s blocking of the amnesty and what it called “late” engagement by Catalan president Salvador Illa. Adding to tensions, Junts cited the imprisonment of former PSOE organiser Santos Cerdán, their former negotiator in Switzerland, now replaced by ex-premier José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Sources, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/cataluna/junts-pacta-romper-con-psoe-trasladara-esta-decision-una-consulta-militancia-este-miercoles-jueves_6661355_0.html & https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/puigdemont-traslada-junts-rompa-sanchez-20251027131944-ntrc_amp.html

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The PSOE response to the previous article– The PSOE in denial over the breakup with the Junts and awaits Puigdemont’s version, offers word-salad reply: {Translation}
– Montse Mínguez {pic}, spokesperson for the Federal Executive Commission of the PSOE, preferred not to issue a judgement on the decision taken unanimously by the leadership of Junts, which entails a break with the PSOE. She indicated that they will take a position once they have heard the explanations offered by Carles Puigdemont, leader of the pro-independence party, at the press conference scheduled for 17:00 hours.
– The Junts Executive agreed on this measure during a meeting held in Perpignan (France) between 10:00 and 13:15 hours on Monday. During the press conference following the PSOE leadership meeting at its federal headquarters, Mínguez was repeatedly asked to comment on this rupture. However, she refrained from making statements until there was an official explanation.
– In her words, she emphasised: “We are not going to make assumptions without an official assessment of what Junts has to say,” while awaiting the details of the scope of the decision that Puigdemont will announce.
*Dialogue and negotiation between investiture partners*
– Even before this announcement, the socialists expressed their respect for the resolutions adopted by their investiture partners. Mínguez reiterated that they maintain an “outstretched hand” to continue dialogue and negotiations with Puigdemont’s party.
– The spokesperson stressed that dialogue and negotiation are elements worth maintaining. In her statements she highlighted: “There is dialogue, there is an outstretched hand, there is negotiation, and it is worthwhile. We will insist on this and continue working because, as I stress, it is worthwhile to dialogue, negotiate and reach agreements, since there you have the economic data of our country and the progress we have achieved over these years, and this Government is the best for Catalonia and for Spain.” Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/espana/psoe-valora-ruptura-junts-espera-version-oficial-puigdemont/202510271423113158361.html

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BREAKING NEWS, 7pm Monday- Puigdemont blames the PSOE for the rupture and asks them to clarify how they will govern: {Translation}
– Carles Puigdemont, former president of the Generalitat and leader of Junts, has placed the blame for the political rupture squarely on the PSOE, accusing the party of failing to honour the Brussels agreement and ignoring repeated warnings over 22 months. “The PSOE is ultimately responsible, not Junts. Junts has none; all we have are seven deputies,” he stressed, highlighting the stark imbalance of power. Puigdemont warned that the loss of Junts’ support effectively breaks the investiture majority that allowed the PSOE to form the government. Without this backing, he argues, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez cannot approve the State Budget or govern effectively: “They may occupy seats but cannot govern. They may have power, but they cannot exercise government.”
– He criticised the PSOE for ignoring parliamentary minorities, delaying execution of critical agreements, and failing on transparency regarding fiscal balances, budget implementation, and airport revenues. Commitments to Catalonia’s international representation, the declassification of documents related to the 17 August attacks, the unfreezing of the multi-recidivism law, and the transfer of competencies remain unfulfilled.
– Puigdemont accused the socialists of tactical opportunism, Spanishising Catalonia, weakening linguistic and institutional rights, and showing passivity toward the Rodalies rail crisis. He also highlighted the PSOE’s opportunistic alliances in municipal politics, contrasting them with Junts’ consistent support. While acknowledging minor compliance, he deemed it insufficient. The former president framed these failures as deliberate breaches, stressing that Junts will not prop up a government that does not act in Catalonia’s interest. He called on the PSOE to reflect and explain to citizens how it intends to govern without a parliamentary majority.
– Later in the day, the president of Junts, Carles Puigdemont, has stated that his party still does not trust the government headed by President Pedro Sánchez: “We are not willing to help a government that does not help Catalonia”. He said this in an appearance from Perpignan (France) after meeting this Monday morning the party’s executive, which has unanimously decided to break with the PSOE. “We have found that there is not enough trust, but rather, that the mutual distrust remains the same. Perhaps there is personal trust, but not at the political level.” He made clear that Junts’ project is not designed to provide political stability in Spain, it’s focused on their own interests.
Full article: https://www.europapress.es/catalunya/noticia-puigdemont-responsabiliza-psoe-ruptura-les-pide-aclarar-gobernaran-20251027174229.html

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…And yet another Minister wants to “Dialogue” his way out of a crisis– Sanz responds to healthcare protests with an offer of “transparent dialogue”: {Translation, summary}
– The Minister for Health, the Presidency and Emergencies, Antonio Sanz {pic}, expressed on Monday his intention to extend “an open hand” to establish a “clear and humble” dialogue with all associations, following the demonstration held the previous day in front of the Palacio de San Telmo, in Seville, in defence of public healthcare and in response to difficulties detected in the breast cancer screening programme.
– He conveyed his “respect, affection and support” to women affected by breast cancer, emphasising collaboration to optimise the system. Sanz assured that the doors are open 24 hours for associations and aims to meet Amama, stressing the importance of considering both suggestions and criticisms. He highlighted the value of association experience in supervising processes and correcting anomalies and clarified that the technical maintenance company only handles services, not patient care. He confirmed 2,317 women were affected, with nearly 1,800 tests now completed, and plans to finish 500 more by 30 November. Regarding radiologist recruitment, he stated, “no one has ruled out that we may face difficulties,” while promoting stable contracts and professional incentives. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/sanz-ofrece-mano-tendida-dialogo-claro-asociaciones-concentracion-sanidad/202510271406563158347.html

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Wealth breaks Spain in two and the gap between north and south widens: {Translation, summary}
– New data from Spain’s National Statistics Institute shows the country split sharply between north and south in income levels. While average income nationwide rose by nearly 7% in 2023 to over 15,000 euros per person, wealth remains concentrated in Madrid, Navarre and Catalonia. Pozuelo de Alarcón leads with 30,524 euros per person, followed by affluent towns around Madrid and Barcelona.
– In contrast, Andalucía emerges as the region with the lowest incomes, with four of Spain’s five poorest municipalities located there: Iznalloz and Albuñol in Granada, El Palmar de Troya in Seville, and Huesa in Jaén. The INE data show that 83% of Andalusian municipalities consist of residents earning under 12,500 euros annually, compared to 91% of high-income towns in the Basque Country. The figures highlight a deep and persistent divide between northern and southern Spain despite overall economic growth. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/economia/riqueza-rompe-espana-dos-amplia-brecha-norte-20251021150410-ntrc_amp.html

ANDALUCÍA

Aemet warns of ‘consistent’ rainfall in Andalusia with the possibility of ‘some tornadoes or waterspouts’– five provinces on alert: {Translation, summary}
– Aemet forecasts a week of unstable weather in Andalucía, with heavy and persistent rain especially in the west. Regional delegate Juan de Dios del Pino warned of accumulations up to 60 litres per square metre in 12 hours and possible tornadoes or waterspouts in parts of Huelva. Warnings are active for Wednesday in Córdoba, Málaga, Seville, Cádiz and Huelva, with Cádiz and Huelva under yellow alerts from Tuesday night. Strong coastal winds of up to 61 km/h are expected in Cádiz. Temperatures may drop by four degrees, though humidity and wind will intensify the chill. According to Meteored, a “train of Atlantic storms” will affect Spain all week as the polar jet stream shifts, creating multiple low-pressure systems. Rain will ease from Thursday to Sunday, with some clear intervals, while further Atlantic fronts may continue to bring showers to the west and centre of the peninsula. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/aemet-aviso-lluvias-consistentes-andalucia-tornado-tromba-20251027135023-nt_amp.html

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The Empty Promises of Projects the Junta Touts– The third hospital and the expansion of Malaga airport have not yet secured electrical power, and there exists no surplus to support them: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian Industry Councillor Jorge Paradela {pic} has issued a sharp warning that Spain’s legal cap on investment in electricity networks is strangling Andalucía’s industrial future. With 100% of the province’s grid already occupied, he warned that no new high-demand projects can connect unless the central government “changes course”.
– Paradela denounced Madrid’s limit of 0.2% of GDP for grid investment, less than half that of other European countries, and accused the coalition government of lacking the courage to lift it. He demanded urgent action to expand capacity using EU Next Generation funds, stressing that Spain’s renewable energy potential is “the oil we never had”. The councillor said failing to upgrade the grid jeopardises Málaga’s new hospital, future data centres and logistics hubs, and broader industrial growth. He also attacked delays in regulating energy storage, training and digital skills, urging reforms to turn Andalucía’s renewable strength into full employment and global competitiveness, warning: “Without networks, there will be no industry.” Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/jorge-paradela-potencia-electrica-tercer-hospital-ampliacion-20251027113423-nt_amp.html

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The Junta asks Minister Marlaska for a meeting after a year of mistakes in Viogén victim protection program: {Translation, summary}
– Loles López, Andalucía’s Minister for Social Inclusion, Youth, Families and Equality, has demanded an urgent meeting with Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska {pic} over repeated failures in the VioGén system for monitoring gender violence cases. By November 2024, following VioGén 2’s implementation, professionals reported being unable to access victims’ phone numbers, severely hindering support and protection.
– López contacted central ministries and the Government Delegation in Andalucía without progress, prompting local professionals to use alternative channels, such as the Andalusian Women’s Information System, to reach victims. She criticised the central government delegate, Pedro Fernández, for denying these communication problems, citing extensive documentation of internal recognition. Around 80% of notifications lack phone numbers, limiting the Junta’s contact capacity. López stressed the seriousness of these failures, particularly as they affect victims’ safety, and emphasised that responsibility to protect lies with the Junta. She maintained that her efforts to support victims have been more loyal than the central government’s own response. Photo: Europa Press. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/junta-pide-marlaska-reunion-urgente-ano-errores-viogen/202510270957103158074.html

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AXARQUÍA

The Provincial Council allocates €540,559 to improve road surfacing in Alcaucín, Salares and Almayate: {Translation, summary}
– Road improvements continue across the Axarquía region. On the MA-4104, the first two kilometres leading to Alcaucín are being upgraded with improved drainage and two layers of asphalt, costing 345,584 euros. The work continues a project started two years ago, with the remainder of the road scheduled for repair under the 2026 plan.
– On the MA-4108 from Salares to Árchez, 600 metres of road are being resurfaced with asphalt and concreting of ditches to improve drainage, also continuing a project begun two years earlier. Repairs are planned to extend to kilometre 6.5 to reach Árchez.
– In Almayate, the MA-3120 is being resurfaced over a 500-metre stretch, with asphalt layers and horizontal signage, costing 83,478 euros. All works focus on increasing road safety, improving driving conditions and drainage, and completing prior projects in a coordinated plan to modernise key access routes in the region. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/diputacion-destina-540000-euros-mejorar-asfaltado-carreteras-20251027130507-nt_amp.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

The government’s debts to Malaga, 15 years of almost nothing: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga’s long list of government debts includes both major and minor projects, from the airport’s broken escalators to the 6.7 billion-euro Coastal Train. Three years without national budgets have paralysed investment, while population growth, 14,400 new residents in 2024, mostly foreign-born, has overwhelmed transport, energy and water systems.
– The province’s “golden age” (2000-2009) came under ministers Álvarez-Cascos and Magdalena Álvarez, when over seven billion euros funded the AVE high-speed rail, airport expansion and the Hiperronda. Since then, six transport ministers have contributed little. The Coastal Train remains a paper project despite new feasibility studies, while commuter services are overcrowded and outdated.
– Aena’s 1.5 billion-euro airport expansion arrives late, and chronic congestion plagues Málaga’s eastern ring road and the AP-7 motorway, which lacks toll relief offered elsewhere. Road projects such as the northern airport access have languished for nearly two decades. Specifically, on some toll roads in northern Spain, such as Galicia’s AP-9, drivers benefit from toll relief schemes — for example, paying only for the outbound journey and getting the return trip free.
– However, the AP-7 motorway along Málaga’s Costa del Sol does not receive the same treatment. Drivers there must pay full tolls in both directions, despite the road suffering from heavy congestion and serving a major economic and tourist area. So, “which lacks toll relief offered elsewhere” means that the AP-7 has no discounts or subsidies, unlike similar motorways in other parts of Spain — a situation seen locally as a comparative grievance or discrimination (“agravio comparativo”).
– Water infrastructure also suffers neglect: only one of nine projects from the old Hydrological Plan was built, and key dams and desalination plants await funding. The power grid is saturated, blocking new industry, while cultural and coastal works like the San Agustín Library and Baños del Carmen regeneration crawl forward. Business leaders sum it up bluntly: Málaga endures an “investment blackout.” Source, Spanish, with far more details: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/deudas-gobierno-malaga-anos-blanco-20251020193551-nt_amp.html

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The Government believes that “dozens of years” are needed to solve the serious mobility problems in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Travelling along the A-7 in the morning between Rincón and Málaga is a veritable odyssey. One knows when they leave but not when they will arrive. Peak-hour traffic jams stretch for kilometres, occurring at least once a week and probably twice. At the slightest accident, the road turns into a trap with no escape. Since 2017, the mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, has independently argued that a new perimeter road between Chilches and Fuengirola must be built. He even commissioned a controversial infrastructure study and another on traffic, despite this not being a municipal responsibility.
– Despite warnings since 2017 from the mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, and repeated infrastructure studies, no concrete measures have been implemented. The Ministry of Transport commissioned another report in 2024, yet results will not be available until spring 2026, leaving commuters to endure years of congestion. Government officials acknowledge that building a new highway or coastal train would take a decade or more, while short-term solutions, such as metropolitan or urban transport, remain underdeveloped. Local authorities propose 14 million euros in junction improvements, including access ramp redesigns, lane duplications, and roundabouts, but implementation is stalled pending central government approval. Population growth has outpaced infrastructure, and current networks are inadequate. Even the new direct rapid bus cannot cut through the chronic congestion, exposing deep planning failures and ongoing government inaction. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga…

TORROX

Torrox Drama…Thin-skinned PP Claims ‘Hate’, Opposition Calls It Political Debate: {Translation, summary}
– In Torrox, the PP councillor Sandra Extremera {pic} has denounced a series of abusive messages posted on the municipal radio station’s Facebook page, including telling her to “go have an abortion somewhere else” and calling her “miserable.” Extremera claims the posts were made by close relatives of local PSOE leaders, and criticises the PSOE for remaining silent rather than condemning them. She highlighted a previous incident where her CV was shared with images of bombs and targets, calling the actions intimidating and politically aggressive. Extremera emphasised that such attacks cross a line (as determined by who?), attempting to silence anyone with differing views, and condemned the blend of personal attacks with threatening symbols as undemocratic. She insists that neither lies nor harassment will distract her from serving Torrox’s elderly, families and future.
– Mari Nieves Ramírez, PSOE spokesperson, responded by urging the PP to stop using the issue to divert attention from losing nine million euros in European funds. She apologised if her group’s comments offended Extremera but stressed that her party does not tolerate disrespect. Extremera has initiated legal action for these “hate and misogyny messages,” citing both their sexist nature and intent to intimidate.
– {Politicians often play the victim card when excusing their own irresponsible behaviour, typically denying the opposition the right to have a differing “hurtful” opinion. Grow up! Free speech does not stop when your “feelings get hurt”, or it’s not free speech. I am not responsible for your “feelings”– people’s feelings change like the wind; I have no obligation to monitor them so as to never hurt your feelings, that’s impossible, and even suggesting it is just plain stupid in a free society. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/edil-pp-torrox-denuncia-mensajes-odio-machismo-20251027102839-nt_amp.html

TORRE DEL MAR

New fire near the shanty town of Torre del Mar (yes, these still exist), the fourth this month: {Translation, summary}
– This is the fourth fire this month near the shanty town of Las Casillas de la Vía, on the western edge of the town of Torre del Mar. This past Sunday at midday, a fire in an uncontrolled rubbish dump containing old furniture and electrical appliances once again startled drivers travelling along the old N-340 road and residents of the area known as El Ensanche in the centre of Torre del Mar. Members of the Provincial Fire Brigade, belonging to the Axarquía regional fire station, and the Vélez Local Police quickly arrived at the scene and proceeded to extinguish the flames and cordon off the area. The National Police are conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the fires. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nuevo-incendio-junto-al-poblado-chabolista-de-torre-del-mar-el-cuarto-este-mes/

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Complaints about the closure of the weight room at the Torre del Mar indoor sports centre: {Translation, summary}
– The PSOE of Vélez-Málaga has criticised the continued closure of the gym room at the Maestro Salvador Sánchez sports hall in Torre del Mar, which has been shut for two years despite a €300,000 PFEA-funded refurbishment. Local Socialist leader Víctor González accused the PP-led government of “neglect and poor management”, noting visible structural defects and the lack of equipment or maintenance. He said over 900 residents are on waiting lists for municipal gyms, calling the facility’s delay a “symbol of abandonment” in local sports policy.
– The project, launched in 2023, was meant to modernise the complex and expand gym access, but remains unfinished. The Socialists demand its immediate reopening and promise broader sports investment by 2027. The PP–GIPMTM government admitted delays but said much of the work is complete and expects the Torre del Mar gym to reopen in early 2026, with services temporarily moved to Vélez-Málaga. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/quejas-cierre-sala-musculacion-pabellon-torre-mar-20251022232209-nt_amp.html

WORLD

US-backed Milei scores surprise midterm win, revives Argentina reform drive:
– Argentine President Javier Milei hailed his party’s runaway victory in Sunday’s midterm elections as a “turning point” for the country and vowed to charge ahead with his agenda of shrinking the state and deregulating the economy. Milei’s small La Libertad Avanza (LLA) party rebounded from a series of setbacks to win 40.84 percent of the votes cast for members of Congress, far outpacing the opposition in an election closely watched by jittery investors. Milei said LLA had more than tripled its seat count, winning 101 seats in the lower house Chamber of Deputies, up from 37, and 20 seats in the Senate, up from six. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20251026-milei-reforms-argentinal-midterm-vote

HEALTH

More than 500 workers of Malaga’s Virgen de lah Victoria University Clinical Hospital gather to denounce the collapse of the hospital: {Translation, summary}
– Over 500 staff at Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Victoria protested on Monday over severe staffing shortages and overstretched services. Workers from all roles, including doctors, nurses, technicians and orderlies, marched with banners reading “SOS Hospital collapsed”, highlighting years of overwork, double shifts and limited resources. Juan Antonio Martos, president of the Staff Board, warned of “very significant physical and emotional exhaustion” and stated that deficits in staffing “endanger the quality of care”.
– Critical issues include ensuring that absences due to sickness or reduced working hours are fully covered so that other staff are not forced to take on extra work, the need for a complete critical care team in Emergencies, and the permanent assignment of a nurse in the outpatient clinic to monitor patients continuously. The Emergency Department faces the most acute problems, with patients reportedly waiting 36 to 40 hours for a bed. Staff ratios are outdated, creating constant overload, while poor management and planning have prompted calls for the resignation of the hospital manager and his executive team. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-sanidad/mas-500-trabajadores-clinico-concentran-denunciar-colapso-hospital/202510271704563158525.html

NATURE

An audio guide to birdsong in Malaga province:
– Beyond the noise of traffic, conversations or aeroplanes, a soundtrack plays on a loop: birdsong. But deciphering which species each sound belongs to is a difficult task for those who are not ornithologists. Since 2005, the website xeno-canto has been compiling bird recordings from all over the world and offers, in addition to audio files, data on the location of the sound, the name of the species, the genus it belongs to… A complete collection of one million records thanks to the generous contributions from 11,000 users all over the world.
– In the province of Malaga, the website locates 654 bird recordings captured over the last 40 years (from 1985 to 2025). This is the map of Malaga with audio clips of the songs of its birds:
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/this-how-malaga-sings-the-sound-map-20251017125854-nt.html

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Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-cycle into fantastic cards.
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Torre del Mar Halloween Party 2025:
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– We begin with a parade through the main streets of Torre del Mar. The procession will set off from C/ Princesa and continue along C/ Infantes, Duque de Ahumada, Antonio Machado, Calle del Río, Plaza Axarquía, Calle del Mar, Avenida de Andalucía and Paseo de Larios. Taking part in the parade will be the theatre company La Carpa, the music group Feel the Music and the urban dance company The New Crew.
– Paseo de Larios will become the central hub of family activities. From 19:00 it will host temporary tattoo workshops, themed make up stands & inflatable play areas.
– The popular Passage of Terror will open at 20:45.
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SPAIN

Spain to abolish the permanent national ‘DNI’ ID card, everyone must have renewable cards: {Translation, summary}
– The European Parliament and the Council have approved Regulation (EU) 2019/1157, requiring Spain to abolish the permanent national ID card and replace it with a renewable version before 3 August 2031. The reform mainly affects citizens over 70 and those with severe disabilities, whose previous documents had no expiry date. The new system will include modern security features such as biometric data and an electronic chip to ensure compliance with EU standards. Renewal can be done without an appointment, and new cards for older citizens will remain valid for over ten years, under Royal Decree 255/2025. The measure aims to improve document security and international recognition after some permanent IDs were rejected abroad. Authorities recommend early renewal to prevent complications. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/boe-confirma-union-europea-obliga-renovar-dni-mayores-70-anos_6660484_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Andalusian self-employed, poorer when they retire– they receive 358 euros less in pension per month than salaried workers, working more hours for lower wages: {Translation, 2 article summary}
– In Andalucía, the divide between salaried and self-employed workers’ pensions remains one of the region’s sharpest inequalities. According to the latest figures, self-employed retirees receive an average of 878 euros per month, 358 euros less than employees, a 31% gap. In Seville and Málaga, the difference is around 30%, with 370 and 386 euros respectively.
– The Junta de Andalucía has demanded equal social and fiscal rights for the self-employed, arguing that they continue to face discrimination in areas such as unemployment benefit, maternity leave, and support for older workers. The regional government’s call coincides with national controversy over the planned rise in self-employed contributions, which the central government has now softened. Andalucía’s figures show how low pensions and limited protection still leave many self-employed workers at risk of poverty in retirement.
– Spain’s self-employed workforce has reached a record 3.4 million, accounting for almost 16% of national GDP. Though resilient and vital to the economy, one in three earns the minimum wage or less after taxes and expenses. Half are over fifty, and only 15% employ others. Most work in the service sector, with higher proportions in agriculture and construction than among employees. Foreign nationals now make up 20% of the self-employed, led by workers from China, Romania and Italy. Despite their contribution, they typically work longer hours than employees, averaging 42 per week, yet often face lower and less stable incomes. Sources, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2025/10/25/autonomos-pensiones-jubilacion-andalucia-123022060.html & https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/economia/2025/10/26/autonomos-cuanto-ganan-evolucion-empleo-123033340.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga extends summer and has five consecutive days with the highest temperature in the country: {Translation, summary}
– According to Aemet records, Manilva reached 35.6 degrees at 2:30 p.m. Friday, while the Meteorological Centre of Málaga recorded 34.2 degrees, the same temperature registered in Jimena de la Frontera (Cádiz). In other parts of the province, temperatures also exceeded 30 degrees: Coín (33.9), Cortes de la Frontera (33.2), Álora (33), Alpandeire (32.9) and the airport (32.4). The westernmost municipality of the Costa del Sol was once again the warmest point in the country for the second consecutive day, after reaching 35.5 degrees on Thursday, a day when Vélez-Málaga recorded 34.9 degrees.
– On Wednesday, 22 October, the highest temperature was recorded in Rincón de la Victoria with 32 degrees, while in El Ejido (Almería) and Salobreña (Granada) the readings were 31.3 and 30.4 respectively. In Estepona, the thermometer reached 30.3 degrees.
– The two previous days also saw Rincón de la Victoria as the main hotspot: on Tuesday, with 33.5 degrees, and on Monday, with 32.1. On those days, other municipalities such as Vélez-Málaga and Algarrobo recorded 31.6 and 31.5 degrees, while Coín reached 30.7. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-prolonga-verano-encadena-cinco-dias-maximas_0_2005090390.html

GRANADA

Squatting up 87% in past 7 years in Granada: {Translation, summary}
– The PP has warned of an “unsustainable” situation with squatting in Granada, noting that the number of cases has increased by nearly 87% in seven years. Andalucía’s overall squatting rate average level remains around 10%.
– PP spokesperson Lourdes Ramírez {pic} called the data alarming and accused the Sánchez Government of abandoning homeowners and protecting squatters. The party proposes evictions within 24 hours of a complaint, tougher penalties for repeat offenders, and empowering residents’ associations to act on behalf of affected owners. Ramírez said the law should defend citizens, not “those who violate their rights with impunity”, blaming “socialist inaction” for creating a “crisis without precedent”. She urged the Government to protect property owners, restore legality, and ensure squatting remains the exception, allowing the people of Granada to live in their homes without fear or threats. {If people were living there it wouldn’t get squatted. Duh! -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-pp-granada-alerta-insostenible-incremento-ocupacion-86-mas-casos-ultimos-siete-anos-20251026105335.html

EUROPE

Croatia reintroduces military conscription as Europe worries about Russia-Ukraine war:
– Croatia’s parliament on Friday voted to reintroduce compulsory military service in the European Union and NATO member country. The move comes amid heightened tensions in Europe following the Russian aggression against Ukraine, as well as an apparent arms race and military build-up in the Balkans, which went through a bloody war in the 1990s.
– Authorities will start calling conscripts born in 2007 for medical check-ups by the end of the year. Conscripts will receive a salary, and conscientious objectors can choose civilian service instead, the HRT report said. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/croatia-compulsory-military-service-ukraine-32c84a8c4afc8790bee82644d8366e46

IRELAND

Left-leaning independent Connolly wins Irish presidential election: {Summary of 2 articles}
– Left-wing independent Catherine Connolly, who secured the backing of Ireland’s left-leaning parties including Sinn Féin, has won the country’s presidential election in a landslide victory against her center-right rival. Official results showed strong voter support for Connolly as president, a largely ceremonial role in Ireland. She won 63% of first-preference votes once spoiled votes were excluded, compared to 29% of her rival Heather Humphreys, of the center-right party Fine Gael. [1]
– While the left celebrated from Dublin Castle to Galway, Ireland’s disgruntled conservatives left their own mark on the election — by vandalizing their ballots in unprecedented numbers. More than 200,000 ballots — or about one of every eight cast — had to be discarded. Many voters had written in the names of their own invalid choices, or drawn disparaging X marks across all three candidates. Others defaced their ballots, often with anti-immigrant messages expressed in nativist or racist terms. Their alienation reflects how the government parties, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, since the 1990s have largely ditched their previous bonds with Catholic conservatism and have become, like Connolly and the wider left, socially progressive and welcoming to immigrants.
– The final week of campaigning coincided with one of the biggest flare-ups of racist sentiment since downtown Dublin was wracked by rioting in November 2023. On Tuesday and Wednesday nights, crowds of up to 2,000 people clashed with riot police protecting Citywest, a hotel and conference center southwest of Dublin that has been turned into the state’s biggest shelter for asylum seekers. That area registered one of the highest rates of spoiled ballots. [2]
Full articles:
[1] https://apnews.com/article/ireland-president-election-connolly-humphreys-1abc441024c914c31214a7c4ff9cc513 &
[2] https://www.politico.eu/article/ireland-elects-a-new-left-wing-president-in-anti-government-landslide/

ENERGY CRISIS

A former Red Eléctrica executive criticises the government and Beatriz Corredor for the blackout– ‘They know what happened.’: {Translation, summary}
– The catastrophic blackout that left Spain without power on 28 April has sparked intense debate over its causes and accountability. During a Senate inquiry, Manuel García Hernández, Director-General for Energy Policy and Mines, denied any government knowledge or involvement, asserting that the Sánchez administration was unaware the blackout could occur and had not instructed Red Eléctrica to operate with more gas. This prompted a sharp exchange with opposition senator Elena Castillo, who suggested officials were not being truthful. “So either the director of operations at Red Eléctrica lied, or someone else is lying about this whole affair,” Castillo snapped.
– In contrast, former Red Eléctrica executive Francisco Ruiz Jiménez {pic} attributed the blackout to systemic failures and poor management, highlighting an imbalance between synchronous generation, such as gas and nuclear, and asynchronous sources like solar and wind. He noted that frequency problems arose due to insufficient inertia and that prior warnings, including a 2020 report, had anticipated the risk. Ruiz Jiménez criticised the saturation of photovoltaic energy and the limits of current technology, asserting that a fully renewable grid is currently unfeasible.
– He called for urgent reforms: a neutral energy policy including nuclear power, proper network remuneration, full access to operational information for REE, clearer electricity billing, and a review of corporate governance. According to Ruiz Jiménez, accountability lies with those who set the generation mix and failed to respect system limits. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2025-10-25/saba-un-exdirectivo-de-red-electrica-desmonta-al-gobierno-y-a-beatriz-corredor-por-el-apagon-saben-lo-que-ha-ocurrido-7311675/

SPANISH ROYALS

Images of the Royal Family in Valdesoto, Asturias:
– See full 18 image gallery: https://www.malagahoy.es/espana/familia-real-valdesoto-pueblo-ejemplar-asturias-2025-imagenes_3_2005093252.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- Swiss Indoors Basel Final: Powerful Joao Fonseca sweeps past Davidovich Fokina and hits the top 30:
– Joao Fonseca {pic} achieves the most important title of his career by becoming champion at the ATP 500 Swiss Indoors Basel, after defeating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3, 6-4. The Brazilian secures his spot in the top-30 for the first time in his career and wins the second title of his young career.
– Fonseca and Davidovich Fokina will quickly travel to the last Masters 1000 of the season, the Paris Masters, which begins this Monday. The Spaniard will end his season in France, while Fonseca will then have one last event at the ATP 250 Hellenic Championships, in Athens, with a draw led by Novak Djokovic. Full article: https://tennisuptodate.com/atp/swiss-indoors-basel-final-powerful-joao-fonseca-sweeps-past-davidovich-fokina-and-hits-the-top-30

PETS

Photos from the world’s largest cat show, as 1,000 felines and their fans gather in Romania:
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially redefined free speech as a biosecurity threat:
– The WHO’s New “AI Health Monitor” is a Global Censorship Tool in Disguise. And you are the target. The World Health Organization has officially redefined free speech as a biosecurity threat. Their new “EIOS 2.0” system is built on a chilling premise: that members of the public repeating “misinformation” are potential health threats. This isn’t just about pandemic preparedness. It’s a centralized, AI-powered censorship grid designed to:
* Monitor your social media posts and online conversations in real-time.
* Classify your speech using a “Misinfo Classifier” that analyses tone and sentiment.
* Flag you and your ideas as a “threat” for holding or sharing dissenting views.
– In partnership with the EU, the WHO has moved beyond tracking viruses to tracking thought. They call it “social listening.” In reality, it’s the architecture for digital thought control, disguised as public health. By deploying this system to over 110 countries, the WHO is building a global panopticon where your speech is the pathogen and their AI is the cure. This is the most alarming consolidation of informational power we have ever seen. Resist. See the official WEF press release where they put lipstick on this pig: https://www.who.int/news/item/13-10-2025-who-upgrades-its-public-health-intelligence-system-to-boost-global-health-security & X Post

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SPAIN

NATO chief disavows Sánchez on military spending– “He is wrong”: {Translation, summary}
– Spain has been singled out once again as NATO’s weak link after Donald Trump publicly denounced it as the only ally failing to meet spending commitments. Speaking beside Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte at the White House, Trump accused Madrid of “not being a team player” and hinted at vague but “easy” ways to “solve” Spain’s problem– a threat that exposes growing irritation in Washington.
– NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte publicly contradicted the Spanish Government on Wednesday, stating at the West Wing of the White House that the Spanish Prime Minister “is wrong” regarding defence spending, and that this discrepancy “will be revealed very soon”.
– The criticism, repeated several times in recent weeks, highlights Spain’s persistent reluctance to raise its defence budget, despite years of warnings from NATO. Rutte’s attempt to project allied unity only reinforced Spain’s isolation, with both the United States and NATO headquarters confirming it remains outside the agreed financial framework. As other members rally to prove discipline and reliability, Spain’s shortfall now symbolises internal weakness within the Alliance and fuels questions about its credibility as a dependable partner. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/internacional/jefe-otan-desautoriza-sanchez-equivoca-20251023011935-nt_amp.html
Spanish News Video of these comments: https://youtu.be/Gz2177_tQDE

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The former PSOE manager who paid Ábalos and Koldo in cash refuses to testify before the investigative committee: {Translation, summary}
– Questions about the existence of a “B Box” (hidden slush fund) within the PSOE remain unresolved. Mariano Moreno Pavón {pic}, who managed Ferraz when the party distributed cash envelopes to José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García, declined to testify before the Senate’s investigative committee on the ‘Koldo case’, citing a forthcoming Supreme Court summons by judge Leopoldo Puente. Moreno’s testimony is considered crucial to clarifying undocumented cash payments highlighted by the Civil Guard. He is willing to return to the Senate after providing explanations to the Supreme Court.
– The hidden payments were uncovered through investigations by the Civil Guard’s Central Operative Unit (UCO). They relied on multiple sources of evidence, including internal messages from Koldo García, which revealed the existence and amounts of cash payments, and bank and financial records, which allowed investigators to trace the flow of funds even when the transactions were not documented in the PSOE’s official accounts. The cash was delivered in envelopes bearing the party’s letterhead, which helped corroborate the claims, and the investigators also examined the timing of the payments in relation to party activities and political events, such as Pedro Sánchez becoming Prime Minister. This combination of evidence enabled the UCO to quantify over €30,000 in payments to José Luis Ábalos and his aide, despite these transactions being absent from the party’s formal accounting books. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/nacional/exgerente-psoe-pagaba-sobres-abalos-koldo-niega-20251023111232-ntrc_amp.html

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Should the local real estate markets be under EU control? Sanchez wants Spain’s housing crisis solved by the EU: {Translation}
– Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish Prime Minister, will propose the creation of a dedicated European fund for social housing and measures to control property prices in pressured areas and tourist accommodation. At the European Council summit in Brussels, the first to address the continent’s housing crisis, Spain will present several initiatives, including legal steps to curb housing speculation for non-residential use. Sánchez also intends to promote European-level mechanisms to intervene in major cities where prices are rising rapidly due to tourism.
– He stressed that access to housing is a European problem affecting both young and older citizens, linking it to the broader social pillar of Europe. Sánchez highlighted a meeting between European Council President António Costa and mayors from cities including Barcelona, Rome, and Paris, who are seeking EU support and legal instruments to tackle the housing crisis. Spain aims to bring these issues to the European stage, advocating coordinated measures to ease pressure on the housing market across the continent. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-sanchez-propone-lideres-ue-crear-fondo-construccion-vivienda-protegida-20251023123401.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Nine municipalities in Malaga are at high risk after detecting mosquitoes with West Nile virus: {Translation, summary}
– Almost a dozen municipalities in Malaga are at high risk after detecting mosquitoes with West Nile virus, according to the Regional Ministry of Health on its website. These are Alhaurín de lah Torre, Alhaurín el Grande, Almargen, Antequera, Cártama, Coín, Guaro, Málaga and Pizarra. In addition, the Andalusian Government points out that Mijas and Alhaurín de lah Torre are affected at a “moderate level”. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/malaga-municipios-alto-riesgo-mosquitos-virus-nilo_0_2005080111.html

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The continuous summer accelerates the massive death of pine trees in the province of Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga is facing a severe forestry crisis as prolonged summer heat and high ultraviolet radiation accelerate the desertification of soils, killing thousands of trees. Experts highlight that diseased pines act as fuel and reservoirs for insects and fungi, prompting urgent removal and reforestation plans. Fast-growing and drought-resistant species, such as the Cartagena cypress and carob, are being considered.
– Field studies show that larger pines suffer first from hydraulic failure, with south-facing slopes particularly vulnerable. Abiotic factors—reduced rainfall, rising temperatures, and prolonged warm periods—combine with ecological competition and wood-boring beetles to weaken forests.
– City and regional authorities are collaborating with universities and public agencies, investing over €1 million in initial interventions including clearing, thinning, and monitoring. Adaptive silviculture, combining density reduction and resilient species introduction, alongside aerial and satellite monitoring, forms the long-term strategy. This marks the third wave of such forestry decline in Andalucía, demanding meticulous planning to restore and protect Málaga’s forested landscapes.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/verano-continuo-acelera-muerte-masiva-pinos-provincia-20251020134422-nt_amp.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

A police chase in Vélez-Málaga ends with the seizure of 77 kilos of marijuana in a car: {Translation, summary}
– The Local Police of Vélez-Málaga struck a significant blow to drug trafficking on 22 October, seizing over 77 kilograms of cannabis buds after a high-speed pursuit in the town centre. A Seat León, spotted with a broken rear light and signalling issues, fled from officers, endangering pedestrians before being abandoned by its occupants. Police recovered the vehicle and discovered 67 hermetically sealed bags of cannabis inside, concealed in one raffia bag and two large suitcases. Both the vehicle and the seized drugs were placed at the judiciary’s disposal. The perps escaped on foot. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/persecucion-policial-velezmalaga-acaba-incautacion-marihuana-20251023123740-nt_amp.html

TORREMOLINOS

UPDATE– The 83-year-old German expat A.V., facing eviction over a €2,600 debt in Torremolinos, asked police for a few minutes to get dressed before he shot himself: {Translation}
– The sequence of events on Tuesday, 21 October, in Torremolinos mirrors that of many other evictions, although in this case it ended unexpectedly. The officers knocked on the door through the bars of the security grille that protects it. On the other side, the octogenarian appeared. He was in his underpants. The local police explained that he had to leave the property, as previously communicated, and asked whether he had packed his belongings.
– According to sources consulted, the man requested a few seconds to dress and leave his home. He closed the door behind him, and the officers remained outside to respect his privacy. While waiting at the door, the agents heard a sound that they interpreted as a knock rather than a gunshot. They thought that A. V. had fallen. In fact, it was not the first time they had gone to his home to lift him from the floor.
– The local police began calling his name but received no response. They looked for a vantage point from which to see inside the flat. They managed to lift a street-facing blind and saw that the man was lying on the bed. Fearing a possible emergency, they forced entry and alerted medical services.
– Upon entering the flat, the officers went to assist him and only when they turned him over did they see the blood. Afterwards, they found the weapon, a small-calibre .22 pistol. The man still had a faint pulse, but the officers were certain the wound was fatal. Although he was quickly evacuated, he died hours later at the Regional Hospital of Málaga.
– A.V. took his own life just before the eviction. Everything suggests it was premeditated, as an hour earlier he had handed a bag containing documents and some belongings to a neighbour, to pass on to his daughter, who lives in Germany.
– A.V.’s first eviction attempt was on 11 July 2023. The reason, according to judicial sources reported to SUR, was 2,066 euros in unpaid community fees since 2014, plus 619 euros in interest and costs. He was sued over this debt, and the property was auctioned off to the current owner. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/octogenario-desahuciado-torremolinos-pidio-minutos-vestirse-suicido-20251022190328-nt_amp.html

MARBELLA

Over two million euros stolen from victims through email attacks recovered in Marbella, most of whom were involved in real estate transactions: {Translation, summary}
– Cyber agents in Marbella have recovered over two million euros stolen from about twenty victims through email-based real estate frauds, primarily using the ‘Man in the Middle’ technique. In this method, criminals intercept legitimate communications between companies, subtly altering emails—such as adding a point or changing a letter—to provide a fraudulent bank account for payment. Victims unknowingly transfer funds to the scammers. In a notable case involving a luxury villa in Marbella, investigators, with help from banks, Interpol, and Europol, recovered 1.445 million euros, blocking transfers to Portugal and Austria. Criminals often use intermediaries, or ‘mules,’ who lend their accounts in return for a fee to launder stolen money. The National Police recommend businesses relying on bank transfers for payments to carefully verify recipient account details and contact information, remain alert to unexplained IBAN changes, and confirm any modifications with the intended recipient to avoid falling victim to such sophisticated cyberfraud. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/recuperan-marbella-dos-millones-estafados-victimas-mediante-ataques-correos-20251023114210-nt_amp.html

UK

England’s resident doctors to strike for six days in November:
– Resident doctors in England will go on strike next month, their trade union said on Thursday, as part of escalating industrial action over job insecurity and pay erosion.
– The strike action, which will take place between November 14 to 19, follows failed talks with the government to produce what the British Medical Association called a “credible plan” to address unemployment among newly qualified doctors and years of real-terms pay erosion.
– “This is not where we wanted to be,” Jack Fletcher, chair of the BMA’s resident doctors committee, said. “This is a situation which cannot go on.” The action in November follows a five-day strike in July, when resident doctors protested the government’s refusal to improve on a 5.4% pay offer. The BMA has been seeking a 29% rise to restore pay to 2008 levels.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/englands-resident-doctors-strike-six-days-november-2025-10-23/

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Northern Ireland Court finds British soldier not guilty in Bloody Sunday killings:
– A Belfast court on Thursday found a British soldier not guilty of murder and attempted murder over the 1972 “Bloody Sunday” killings of 13 unarmed Catholic civil rights marchers in Northern Ireland. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/northern-ireland-court-finds-british-soldier-not-guilty-bloody-sunday-killings-2025-10-23/

SPORTS

Tennis News– Swiss Indoors, Spain’s Davidovich Fokina makes quarter-finals:
– Alejandro Davidovich Fokina {pic} edged out Jenson Brooksby 6-7 (6), 6-4, 7-5 on Wednesday evening and will face the winner of the match between Norwegian Casper Ruud, the No 4 seed, and Swiss wildcard Stan Wawrinka in the next round. Full article: https://www.tennismajors.com/atp/swiss-indoors-davidovich-fokina-makes-quarter-finals-838273.html

HEALTH

Same old song & dance– The opposition rejects Health Minister Antonio Sanz’s offer to “start a new chapter” in healthcare: {Translation, summary}
– One week after assuming office, Antonio Sanz faced his first parliamentary test in the general debate on Andalusian healthcare, convened after errors in breast cancer screening. Sanz presented sixteen measures to improve public healthcare, including expanding staff, enhancing hospital care, and an “unprecedented digital revolution,” inviting “everyone” to participate. He emphasised that the health system “is above all, above ideology and partisan interests” and declared: “Between a banner and a patient, we will choose the patient; between a headline and a life, we will choose life; and between ideology and humanity, we will choose humanity. Andalusian healthcare cannot be an electoral battlefield.”
– Opposition figures criticised President Juanma Moreno for failing to attend Parliament, calling it “cowardice.” Beatriz Jurado (PP) said: “The use they make of women for politics and their pain does not damage Moreno, but the credibility in the health system.” María Márquez (PSOE) called for “Less propaganda and more media; less private insurance and more public health.” José Ignacio García (Adelante) stated the cancer screening crisis is “the tip of the iceberg of the collapse of the Andalusian public health system.” Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/oposicion-desdena-mano-tendida-sanz-sanidad-20251023223423-nt_amp.html

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Andalucía Healthcare Crisis– Opposition Provides Evidence Of Altered Mammogram Images, Andalucian President Moreno called the accusation “absurd”: {Translation, summary}
– During a tense parliamentary session in Andalucía, opposition deputies renewed accusations against the Junta over the breast cancer screening crisis. Central to the controversy is an allegation, promoted by the association Amama and Por Andalucía, that diagnostic images and patient records were altered. Amama reported this to the Andalusian Public Prosecutor’s Office, citing a message on ClicSalud stating tests were temporarily inaccessible. The Junta attributed the access issue to a computer error caused by high demand, but ignored the claim of image manipulation.
– Inma Nieto, spokesperson for Por Andalucía, then presented in Parliament a mammogram showing a potentially tumorous lesion and contrasted it with the image currently displayed on administration portals, in which the lesion is missing. President Moreno {pic} called the accusation “absurd”, emphasising that only SAS healthcare professionals can access patient records and challenging whether any professional had been ordered to manipulate data. He condemned the implication that staff had deliberately altered results, accusing the opposition of exploiting the matter for political advantage ahead of the 2026 elections. {He wouldn’t be so cavalier if it were images of his prostate exam. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/andalucia/2025-10-23/moreno-reprocha-a-la-izquierda-la-acusacion-a-los-trabajadores-del-sas-de-modificar-datos-clinicos-7311709/

TRAVEL

Disability associations– ‘It is unacceptable that the escalators at Malaga Airport train station have been out of order for months’:
– The breakdown of the four escalators at the Cercanías train station at Malaga Airport, which have been out of service for more than six months, has provoked reactions ranging from concern to indignation. The most affected and, therefore, the most vocal are associations representing people with reduced mobility for whom the escalators are “vital”. Representatives of the tourism sector, on the other hand, are concerned about the reputation of the destination.
– Coordinator of Málaga Accesible Alfredo de Pablos says that the lack of working escalators is “unacceptable”. “They know perfectly well the consequences of this, but nobody takes responsibility.” To highlight the irresponsible approach of state railway operator Renfe to this issue, De Pablos noted that any breakdown of this type at Malaga’s metro stations is fixed within a few hours. He said that urgent actions are necessary, because these escalators are essential not only for “people with disabilities or in wheelchairs but also elderly people who have to carry suitcases”. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/malaga-city/disability-groups-unacceptable-that-the-cercanias-stairs-20251020085425-nt.html

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Malaga airport tests the new control of passengers from outside the EU: {Translation, summary}
– A new automated system, the Entry/Exit System (EES), will register non-European travellers entering and leaving the Schengen Area using facial recognition and fingerprints, eliminating passport stamping. Full implementation is expected by 10 April 2026. British travellers in Málaga, the largest visiting group with 2.83 million arrivals last year, are most affected. The tourism sector has engaged with authorities to minimise disruption. Spanish border control, managed by the National Police, will operate the system, which records passport details, photos, fingerprints, entry and exit dates, and refusals of entry. {Expect a large increase in identity theft cases as hackers will gain access to these databases quickly! Once they have your passport info, and photos, and fingerprints, and biometric face scans, there will be no end to the mischief the con-artists will get up to! This is less about protecting borders, and more about forcing globalist “Digital IDs”, and eventually “Digital Money Wallets”, down our throats. Resist! -Ed.} During its six-month phased rollout, the EES will initially operate for only one hour per day, coexisting with manual passport stamping. EU officials emphasise that it provides real-time, accurate data to detect security threats, identity fraud, and irregular migration, including overstayers and illegal entry attempts, thereby significantly enhancing border management and security. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/turismo/aeropuerto-malaga-pone-prueba-nuevo-control-pasajeros-fuera-union-europea-20251023134714-nt_amp.html

RELIGION

King Charles and Pope Leo pray together in a 500-year first:
– Britain’s King Charles and Pope Leo prayed together in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel on Thursday, in the first joint worship including an English monarch and a Catholic pontiff since King Henry VIII broke away from Rome in 1534. Latin chants and English prayers echoed through the chapel, where Leo was elected the first U.S. pope by the world’s Catholic cardinals six months ago in front of frescoes by Michelangelo depicting Christ delivering the Last Judgment.
– The King and Queen Camilla are on a state visit to the Vatican marking the refreshed ties between the Catholic Church and Anglican Communion, five centuries after their turbulent separation. “There is a strong sense that this moment in the extraordinary setting of the Sistine Chapel offers a kind of healing of history,” Anglican Rev. James Hawkey, canon theologian of Westminster Abbey, told Reuters. “This would have been impossible just a generation ago,” he said. “It represents how far our churches have come over the last 60 years of dialogue.” Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/king-charles-pope-leo-pray-together-500-year-first-2025-10-23/

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New Life Church:
– Sunday Service:
Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, you are very welcome to come and join us on Sundays at 11.00am. Join us for a time of Holy Spirit led worship and experience the presence of our God. Our teaching is Bible based as we honour God and obey His Word. During this time of uncertainty, God’s Word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. Our service lasts for about 1 hour and 30 mins. With Tea and Coffee afterwards.
– Prayer Meeting:
You are also welcome to join our prayer meetings on Wednesday mornings at 11.00am for 1 hour, where we meet for prayer and worship.
– Jesus said: “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. (John 14:6)
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, 29780. Directions: Click Here
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El Puente Christian Fellowship (Vélez-Málaga): We are a friendly, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ. We meet each Sunday at 11am to worship the Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by our Pastor, one of our members or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated at: Res: El Olivar 5, 8 Bajo 1, Calle Arbequin, Velez Malaga 29700.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page, or you can contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com or by phone on 665626342.
For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection).

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Axarquia Animal Rescue – Voluntary Charity – non profit organisation:
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Please take a look at our website, where you will find more information and photos, plus details of other dogs and pups that we have in our care. Our adoption costs are 110e for pups that have been fully vaccinated, rabies, chip and passport. 180e for older dogs that have all vaccinations, neutered and passport. This contributes towards their vet and care costs, and helps us to continue rescuing abandoned dogs and cats.

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DigameXtra No. 3114 Thursday, October 23rd, 2025

On October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Night of the Chestnuts / Halloween- Competa:
Fri, 31 Oct., 18:00
We will celebrate our traditional chestnut festival, along with the celebration of Halloween. There will be chestnuts for all attendees, as well as activities for the little ones, music and fun for the whole family. Info: https://turismocompeta.com/es/agenda/eventodetalle/223/-/noche-de-las-castanas

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Maroween: Fri, 31 Oct.
Maroween in Maro (Nerja) combines local traditions and Halloween in a unique celebration. The town square fills with pumpkins, candles, and sweet potato farming tools, while chestnuts and sweet potatoes are roasted and handed out to attendees. Live music, horror parades, and costume contests animate the night, offering a participatory and family-friendly atmosphere. An event that allows you to enjoy typical flavors and an original celebration in the heart of the Costa del Sol.

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Program of activities of the Halloween party in La Caleta de Vélez:
– Friday, October 31, from 5pm in the Plaza de lah Tenencia de Alcaldía.
– The day will kick off at 5pm with Children’s Halloween, which will include a magic show, themed workshops, a traditional hot chocolate party with cake, and a costume parade, which in the previous edition brought together more than 230 children in the streets of the town centre.
– At 7pm, the costume contest. The eagerly awaited Passage of Terror for adults will begin at 10pm, starting at the library, passing through the Plaza de la Tenencia, and ending in the auditorium of the municipal building. As in previous years, the passage will feature several themed rooms to ensure a scary and fun experience.

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Vélez-Málaga Halloween program with a new zombie apocalypse in the María Zambrano Park:
– 30 October (afternoon): Terrorful Storytelling session for seniors, starting at 17:00, at Capuchinos Centre; storytelling with interactive elements and a final dance of terror with costumes.
– 31 October:
17:00–20:00: Children’s activities in Las Carmelitas square, including face painting, tattoos, balloon modeling, hair painting, inflatable area, and other entertainment.
20:00 onward: Villaween in La Villa neighbourhood; street events around Real and Espinar Square.
20:30–23:30: Zombie apocalypse spectacle, María Zambrano Park; macro stage for an interactive zombie scavenger hunt with teams of 15 players across physical, mental, and skill challenges.

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Fiesta de la Castaña (Chestnut Festival)- Pujerra:
Fri & Sat, 31 Oct & 1 Nov
The festival is a true feast for the senses—over 50 chestnut dishes are served, often paired with anise or brandy for that extra touch of local flavour. Visitors can sample traditional tostones (roasted chestnuts) and sip on mistela, a sweet, spiced liqueur made with aguardiente, almonds, and coffee. Beyond the food, there are displays of traditional chestnut-harvesting tools and clothing, offering a fascinating glimpse into the local history. It’s a warm, rustic celebration where the spirit of autumn comes alive, drawing locals and visitors together to savour the best of the season. Info: https://www.pujerra.es/5883/com1_md3_cd-79524/pujerra-presenta-la-xxii-edicion-de-su-fiesta-de-la-castana

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Hiking and Nordic Walking for Equality and Inclusion: Competa
Sun, 2 Nov. There will be two routes available: a short and inclusive route of 11.8 kilometres, and a long route of 13.8 kilometres.
All participants will receive a commemorative gift and will be able to enjoy a nice meal. For event info & registration, consult the Fadmes website: https://fedamononline.com/eventos/inscripciones/index.php/inscribirse/44
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Carlos Vico Quartet: Fri, 7 Nov, 8pm
Ventana Abierta Jazz Club, C/ Granada 3, Nerja
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SPAIN

Junts raises the tone against the gov’t and talks about the “time for change” to issue yet another ultimatum to Sánchez: {Translation, summary}
– Míriam Nogueras {pic}, Junts spokesperson, shook Spain’s Parliament by telling Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, “Perhaps you should stop talking about changing the clocks and start talking about the time for change.” The cryptic remark revived speculation over whether Junts is preparing to withdraw its support for the Government. Nogueras accused Sánchez of betraying commitments and warned that “the elastic has stretched as far as it can,” while Junts insiders hinted at growing frustration but denied an imminent no-confidence motion.
– Shifting its focus from amnesty for Carles Puigdemont, Junts now demands tougher action on repeat offenders, squatters, and immigration powers for Catalonia — a platform overlapping with the far-right Aliança Catalana. Government ministers downplayed the threat as “a play on words,” while observers noted Nogueras’s speech mirrored the tone of opposition attacks from the PP and Vox. Her statement emphasises Junts’s willingness to destabilise Sánchez’s fragile parliamentary majority. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/junts-eleva-tono-gobierno-habla-hora-cambio-lanzar-enesimo-ultimatum-sanchez_1_12704531.html

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Sánchez uses Mammogate to disparage political opponent, how low can you go Pedro?: {Translation}
– Pedro Sánchez (PSOE) used the Government control session to attack Alberto Núñez Feijóo (PP) over the breast cancer screening crisis in Andalucía, a day after the Amama association reported the disappearance of medical records and the Andalusian Government, having first denied it, later blamed it on a computer error.
– “Lies, mismanagement, cutbacks and the abandonment of women — this is your way of governing,” Pedro reproached, referring to what he described as “the greatest crisis of confidence in the National Health System.” He also threw a slew of unrelated accusations at Feijóo to “bring order to your party,” criticising him for having “refused to demand accountability from Moreno Bonilla.” Sánchez further recalled that Carlos Mazón still has nine million euros “in a drawer” meant for the victims of the DANA storm {Meanwhile, Sanchez has sent less than half of national DANA relief funds promised over a year ago. Talk about the pot calling the kettle black! -Ed.}
“You are one step away from giving up being the leader of the opposition and handing your seats over to Mr Abascal (VOX),” he warned. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/politica/ultima-hora-actualidad-politica-directo_6_12703754_1116327.html

COSTA DEL SOL

Another tropical night on the Costa del Sol in the middle of October– how long will the heat last?:
– Malaga has endured another tropical night in which minimum temperatures have not dropped below 22C in many areas of the Costa del Sol throughout the night. Daytime maximum temperatures are also abnormal and about 4C higher than the average for this time of year. Residents keep asking themselves the following question: how long will the heat last in the province?
– An increase to 31C and 34C is forecast for Malaga and Vélez-Málaga, respectively, on Thursday. Values above 30C are expected throughout the province on Friday.
– According to SUR’s weather expert José Luis Escudero, it is likely that “above-average maximum and minimum temperatures” will be maintained at least “until Saturday and even Sunday” throughout the province, especially in Malaga city. More normal October temperatures are expected from Monday, 27 October.
– Escudero verified the tropical night that Malaga residents and visitors experienced in the early hours of 22 October. The three meteorological stations in the city all registered minimum values of at least 22C. Similar was the night in “Torremolinos, Estepona, Nerja, Rincón de la Victoria, Algarrobo, Vélez Málaga, Marbella and Manilva”. In the meantime, the calendar has only a few days remaining until November. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/tropical-night-costa-del-sol-october-20251022121738-nt.html

NERJA

Nerja will have a VIDOC mobile unit for issuing and renewing ID cards and passports: {Translation, summary}
– Residents of Nerja and Maro will be able to apply for and renew their ID cards and passports thanks to the presence of a VIDOC mobile unit on November 24 and 25.
– The unit will be installed in Verano Azul Park, operating from 09:40 to 13:10, providing a nearby and accessible service for all residents. Those neighbours wishing to issue or renew their ID card or passport at the mobile unit first must go to the Municipal Office for Citizen Attention to be enrolled on the list, or send an email with their personal details to [ omac@nerja.es ]. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/nerja-contara-con-una-unidad-movil-vidoc-para-la-expedicion-y-renovacion-del-dni-y-pasaporte/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Hiking trail for seniors from Rincón de la Victoria to Bosque de Cobre: {Translation}
– The Sports Department of the Rincón de la Victoria Town Council has organized a free guided hiking trail to the Bosque de Cobre forest. The activity will take place on November 20 and is aimed at people over 65 who participate in APAL Sports activities, according to the councillor for the Department, Antonio José Martín. “This is an experience with nature, which already had a high turnout last year, in which our seniors enjoyed the autumn landscape in the heart of the Serranía de Ronda.”
– The activity includes bus transportation, medical assistance, and a guide. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. from the Rubén Ruzafa Municipal Indoor Pavilion in Torre de Benagalbón. The registration period will open on Monday, October 27, and applications must be sent to the following email address: [ areadeportes@rincondelavictoria.es ]
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/rincon/ruta-senderismo-mayores-rincon-victoria-bosque-cobre-20251022211621-nt_amp.html

TORREMOLINOS

More Victim Blaming- “He should have asked for assistance”. The German expat octogenarian who committed suicide before being evicted did not ask for help from Torremolinos Social Services, so although the Town Hall knew an elderly expat was being evicted, it was the old man’s fault: {Translation, summary}
– The Town Hall of Torremolinos says it activated an emergency protocol after learning of the suicide of the octogenarian who was being evicted, but the framing of said announcement effectively blames the individual for not communicating his plight or seeking Social Services, despite the Town Hall being the source of the eviction notice. Did they not notice they were evicting a vulnerable 83 year old expat? Did they notify Social Services? The administration presents its own measures — including an alert system and improved coordination — as sufficient safeguards, while offering little evidence that these tools address gaps in outreach, access to help, or eviction protections for seniors.
– Officials express “deep consternation” over the elderly man’s death and proclaim elder care a priority while emphasising that elders or others at risk should contact Social Services, and that housing can be found via public agencies {Good luck with that!}. This is a weak attempt to frame assistance as a universal remedy rather than to provide a candid assessment of whether timely, appropriate intervention and outreach were actually delivered. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-sucesos/octogenario-que-suicido-antes-ser-desahuciado/202510221522493156024.html

MIGRATION IN SPAIN

Migratory avalanche in the Canary Islands– almost 1,000 illegal immigrants arrive in just two weeks from different parts of Africa: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish authorities intercepted two more vessels near El Hierro and Fuerteventura on Sunday, carrying a total of 157 illegal immigrants. A cayuco with 99 Sub-Saharan individuals, including ten women and four minors, reached La Restinga unaided before being escorted by rescue services. Later that morning, an inflatable craft with 58 people, among them 14 women and one child, was found 13 kilometres south of Morro Jable. The group was taken to Gran Tarajal port by midday. These arrivals are part of a sharp rise in irregular migration to the Canary Islands, with around 1,000 people reaching the archipelago within the past week alone. Most migrants attempt the Atlantic crossing from West Africa in overcrowded and unsafe vessels. The increasing volume of arrivals continues to strain local resources, emergency response efforts and accommodation facilities. Authorities are facing mounting pressure to manage this ongoing crisis, which shows no immediate sign of decreasing. Source, Spanish: https://gaceta.es/espana/avalancha-migratoria-en-canarias-llegan-casi-1-000-inmigrantes-ilegales-en-solo-dos-semanas-desde-distintos-puntos-de-africa-20251022-0226/

MIDDLE EAST

Israel’s parliament gives initial nod to occupied West Bank annexation:
– A bill applying Israeli law to the occupied West Bank, a move tantamount to annexation of land which Palestinians want for a state, won preliminary approval from Israel’s parliament on Wednesday. The vote was the first of four needed to pass the law and it coincided with the visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance to Israel, a month after President Donald Trump said, opens new tab that he would not allow Israel to annex the West Bank.
– Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party did not support the legislation, which was put forth by lawmakers outside his ruling coalition and passed by a vote of 25-24 out of 120 lawmakers. A second bill by an opposition party proposing the annexation of the Maale Adumim settlement passed by 31-9.
– Some members in Netanyahu’s coalition – from National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s Jewish Power party and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s Religious Zionism faction – voted in favour of the bill, which would require a lengthy legislative process to ultimately pass. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israels-parliament-gives-initial-nod-occupied-west-bank-annexation-2025-10-22/

HEALTH

Seven out of ten Andalusians wait more than a week to see their family doctor– “We end up going to the emergency room”: {Translation, summary}
– A timely appointment with a family doctor in Andalusia is a difficult mission. According to a random survey carried out by UGT and another data-and-testimony collection conducted by this newspaper, the wait for primary care far exceeds a week and ranges up to twenty days, far from the maximum 72-hour deadline to which the Health Department committed at the end of last year.
– Specifically, according to UGT’s survey figures, seven in ten Andalusians have to wait more than 10 days for their family doctor to see them, which represents 40% of all requested appointments. Meanwhile, 30% of users wait in a window that ranges between 18 and 20 days, and 20% are left without an available appointment, potentially turning to the 72-hour plan that the Junta launched in January through the back-office method by which another doctor, not necessarily the one assigned, must attend. Only 10% obtain appointments with a delay of between 1 and 5 days. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/andalucia/siete-diez-andaluces-esperan-semana-ver-medico-cabecera-acabamos-yendo-urgencias_1_12700459.html

FROM THE “WHAT THE HELL ARE THEY THINKING” DEPARTMENT

Andalucia’s New Health Minister Resorts To Victim Blaming In Response To Tuesday’s Health Computer System Crash: {Translation, summary, followed by editorial response}
– Andalucian Health Minister Antonio Sanz {pic} has blamed the women affected by the breast cancer screening scandal for the collapse of the region’s health computer systems, which occurred on Tuesday, after the association Amama filed its complaint with the Prosecutor’s Office. He accused the victims’ group of spreading “a hoax” and creating “a tremendous social alarm.” Instead of addressing the allegations that mammogram results were altered to remove the term “suspicious,” Sanz dismissed the claims as technically impossible {Guess he never heard of the “find all/replace” function in most word processor apps. -Ed.} and compared the data crash to routine IT failures like those of Amazon.
– He accused Amama of lying, slandering public officials, and damaging the credibility of a health system that “saves lives,” while urging them to “row in the same direction” as the government. Sanz further claimed that the public outcry, not government actions, caused the digital platform’s collapse, portraying the victims’ search for their own records as the problem itself. Critics see his statements as a clear attempt to deflect responsibility and discredit those exposing the scandal by turning the women’s legitimate complaints into a supposed act of sabotage. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/andalucia/consejero-andaluz-salud-acusa-victimas-cribado-crear-alarma-social-bestial-colapso-sistemas_1_12705359.html

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The Mammogate Victims Push Back: {DigameXtra Exclusive}
– Instead of addressing these system crash and document altering allegations, Sanz dismissed them as “a hoax” and “a great lie,” arguing that the IT failure was simply the result of an influx of women checking their own mammogram results and comparing the event to routine crashes “like those suffered by Amazon.” He wrongly insisted that it was “technically impossible” to delete tests from the SAS database and accused Amama of “slander and defamation,” while urging them to “row in the same direction” as the government.
– These statements sparked outrage. Amama publicly condemned the minister’s comments, accusing the Junta de Andalucía of “absolute negligence” and rejecting the claim that the women themselves caused the crash. They also emphasised that the government’s narrative sought to “divert attention from institutional responsibility” and that “women who trusted the public system should never be blamed for seeking answers.”
– Other institutions have echoed these criticisms. The Defensor del Pueblo Andaluz opened an inquiry to clarify the facts and assess whether the data manipulation and communication delays violated patients’ rights.
– Meanwhile, opposition parties in the Andalusian Parliament accused Sanz and the regional government of “victim blaming” and “hiding behind technical excuses to avoid political accountability.” They demanded the resignation of senior health officials and a transparent audit of the screening system.
– The backlash against Sanz underscores a widening perception that the Andalusian Government is deflecting responsibility by blaming victims instead of addressing potential tampering with cancer screening records– an approach that has deepened public mistrust in the region’s health system. Refs: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/asociacion-mujeres-con-cancer-mama-sevilla-denuncia-fiscalia-borrado-historiales-medicos-andalucia_6532200_0.html & https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/sanz-critica-que-alarma-creada-por-denuncia-amama-sobre-borrado-pruebas-provoco-caida-sistema_6537288_0.html & https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/antonio-sanz-ofrece-ampliar-plantilla_0_2005072562.html

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On October 22, 2025October 22, 2025 By naythandoctorlaptop

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The Commies Are Making Sense For A Change- Sumar suggests Isabel Rodríguez resign as Minister of Housing because she does not assume that “serious” measures are required: {Translation, summary}
– Verónica Martínez Barbero, spokesperson for Sumar in Congress, called on Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez {pic} to step aside if she continues to fail in implementing “serious, innovative and courageous” measures to tackle Spain’s housing price crisis. Martínez expressed disappointment at Rodríguez’s recent parliamentary appearance and criticised her for ignoring Sumar’s proposals, which include policies to both reduce housing costs and enable families to make ends meet. These measures advocate the adoption of effective price controls, increased access to affordable housing, and social support for households struggling with rent and mortgage payments.
– Martínez stressed that Sumar is not insisting their proposals be adopted in full but demands they at least be considered, as current ministry measures are insufficient. She also condemned the PSOE for failing to respond to the latest submissions and called for transparency regarding why the Ministry of Housing has not acted.
– Martínez concluded emphatically: if Rodríguez has no ideas, Sumar’s proposals are ready for immediate implementation.
Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/nacional-3/sumar-sugiere-isabel-rodriguez-deje-ser-ministra-vivienda-asumir-que-requieren-medidas-serias/202510210852312247666.html

ANDALUCÍA

Adelante Andalucía dismisses Moreno’s announcement of hiring 4,370 healthcare workers as “fake news”– “Not even he believes it.”: {Translation}
– The spokesperson for Adelante Andalucía, José Ignacio García, has dismissed as “fake news” the announcement made on Tuesday by the President of the Regional Government, Juanma Moreno (PP-A), regarding the hiring of 4,370 additional healthcare professionals in Andalucía – around 1,200 of whom would be doctors, including medical residents – and retorted that “not even” the PP-A leader himself believes it.
– In an audio statement sent to the media, the spokesperson for both Adelante Andalucía and the Mixed Group in the Andalusian Parliament commented on the announcement made by the regional president during his address at an information forum organised by the newspaper ABC in Seville. There, Juanma Moreno revealed that the regional budget for 2026 would reach 51,597 million euros, with up to one third allocated to public healthcare, and that the budget projection included the recruitment of 4,370 more healthcare professionals.
– José Ignacio García argued that this announcement was “yet another fabrication, another lie from the PP in its management of this crisis”. He recalled that, according to the regional government, “on the very first day” of managing the crisis arising from problems in the breast cancer screening programme, “they said they were going to hire 119 professionals”. Then, “a week later”, they announced “an emergency plan to hire 700 professionals”, and “now they are talking about 4,300 professionals” to be recruited.
– The Adelante spokesperson stressed that, so far, the regional government has not hired “a single one” of these professionals, insisting that “announcing is free, but hiring is what matters”. What Juanma Moreno announced on Tuesday, he said, “is nothing more than an announcement of an announcement of an announcement”, once again intended “to clean up his image after the utter disaster in managing this crisis, where very serious issues are at stake” and “the lives of many women are on the line”.
– José Ignacio García {pic} criticised the PP-A government for “doing nothing but making announcements of announcements, knowing full well they are not going to hire anyone”, and questioned where these supposed new hires would come from, given that the Junta “has been telling us for years that they cannot recruit more healthcare staff because there is no money or no doctors available”. “Are they now going to find every doctor in the world in the month of November?” asked García, wondering if this new promise is linked to the approaching regional elections, scheduled for 2026.
– The spokesperson for Adelante Andalucía further noted that “the first Health Minister responsible for this whole disaster, who is now the President of Parliament, Jesús Aguirre, has not been touched either”, adding that “now they are trying to sacrifice an intermediate official to make it look like they are doing something”. He concluded by stating that Juanma Moreno’s government is presiding over “a true management disaster, focused more on electoral results, posturing, and image than on actually solving problems, which is what really matters”. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-adelante-andalucia-tacha-bulo-anuncio-moreno-contratacion-4370-sanitarios-no-cree-20251021135654.html

MALAGA CITY

Sign of the Times– Málaga records almost four evictions a day in the first half of 2025: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga’s housing crisis is deepening as the province records almost four evictions a day in early 2025, the highest figure in Andalucía. Indeed, Málaga is the second Spanish province with the highest increase in the price per square metre, only behind Madrid.
– Most cases result from breaches of the Urban Leases Act, reflecting the sharp rise in rents and the growing dominance of investment funds buying up homes. The city’s shortage of affordable housing has pushed many low-income residents, like pensioners and families, to the brink of eviction. Local social services attempt mediation, but the scale of the problem far exceeds available resources.
– Activists and tenants’ unions accuse authorities of failing to provide real solutions, while new national and European initiatives call for rent control and stronger housing rights. Citizen groups warn that Málaga has become one of Spain’s most speculative property markets, where the boom in tourist rentals and lack of public housing policies are driving a deepening social emergency over access to decent and affordable homes. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-registra-cuatro-desahucios-diarios_0_2005048550.html

TORROX

Public Outrage As Town Hall Ignores Obligations And Begins Operating The New Power Station Without Providing Safety Reports First: {Translation, summary}
– The Citizens’ Platform against the Torrox Electrical Substation has accused the Town Hall of neglecting its duties and ignoring two long-standing requests for environmental reports. The group says the Red Eléctrica installation was allowed to begin operating without the promised electromagnetic and environmental measurements ever being carried out.
– Despite submitting two formally registered petitions seeking detailed information on safety standards and legal compliance, the Town Hall has failed to respond or release any technical findings. The Platform condemns this “administrative silence” as unacceptable, arguing that officials have disregarded legitimate public concerns over a high-impact facility opposed from the outset by residents. It calls for immediate transparency, publication of the pending reports, and a genuine dialogue with the affected community. The controversy has highlighted what the group views as serious neglect of responsibility, a lack of regard for the health of children in the vicinity and a breach of the Town Hall’s earlier environmental commitments. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/provincia-de-malaga/denuncian-que-subestacion-red-electrica-torrox-opera-mediciones-que-prometio-ayuntamiento/202510211248133155275.html

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A new road will connect Mirador de La Dehesa Street with La Rabitilla in Torrox: {Translation, summary}
– Torrox is improving local mobility with a new road connecting Mirador de la Dehesa and La Rabitilla through Fuente Cambil. Mayor Óscar Medina explained that the project, financed with around 200,000 euros by Pink Bay Investments SL, will enhance traffic flow, link residential areas, and provide access to key educational and cultural facilities, including IES Jorge Guillén, CEIP Mare Nostrum, and the Villa de Torrox Theatre.
– The road, to be completed within two months, will include tarmac, pavements, lighting, and essential utilities such as water, drainage, and communications. Medina also announced the completion of a new free surface car park in La Rabitilla, similar to the one in Ferrara, designed to ease congestion. The works form part of a broader municipal campaign to improve roads and car parks in several strategic areas, fulfilling commitments to residents and raising the overall quality of urban life. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/un-nuevo-vial-conectara-en-torrox-la-calle-mirador-de-la-dehesa-con-la-rabitilla/

NERJA

Nerja Cultural Centre will host the First Charity Gala in support of the Axarquía ADHD Association: {Translation, summary}
– Next Saturday, 25 October, at 8:00 p.m., the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre will host a charity festival in support of the TDAH Axarquía Association, organised by the Narixa Choir with the collaboration of the Town Council.
– The Deputy Mayor emphasised that this initiative is very valuable for continuing to raise awareness of ADHD, while at the same time allowing people to see how local artists come together for such an important cause. Attendees will be able to enjoy an evening full of solidarity and local talent, with performances by students from the Nerja School of Music and Dance, directed by Sara del Pino, as well as by the groups Gotelé, Jennifer González’s group, and the Narixa Choir itself.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-centro-cultural-acogera-la-i-gala-benefica-a-favor-de-la-asociacion-tdah-axarquia/

TORREMOLINOS

Eighty-year-old German man dies after shooting himself in the head as he was about to be evicted from his home in Torremolinos: {Translation, summary}
– An 80-year-old man, identified as Albert B. and originally from near Cologne, Germany, shot himself in the head on Tuesday in Torremolinos as a judicial team arrived to evict him from his home following mortgage foreclosure. He was still alive when police entered but died shortly after being taken to hospital. Albert had lived in the building for forty years and was described by neighbours as polite, well-presented, and helpful, often assisting fellow Germans with translation. His wife had died a year earlier and his children live abroad. The property, located near the old orphanage, had been auctioned to settle debts with the bank. The tragedy unfolded as court officers, police, and a locksmith arrived to change the locks and formalise the repossession. The incident highlights the growing eviction crisis in Málaga Province, which has recorded 706 evictions between January and June 2025—nearly four per day—mostly due to mortgage defaults, with additional concerns about rising property occupation rates. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/octogenario-dispara-cabeza-iban-desalojar_0_2005055255.html

ALGECIRAS

The alleged jihadist from Algeciras who killed a priest with a machete is asking for acquittal and to be placed in a mental health centre until he “is no longer a danger.”: {Translation, summary}
– The National Court has concluded the trial of Moroccan-born Yassine Kanjaa, accused of carrying out a brutal jihadist attack in Algeciras on 25 January 2023 that left sacristan Diego Valencia dead and several others injured. Prosecutors allege that Kanjaa acted with religious motivation, declaring his intention to “kill the enemies of Islam” after claiming that “Allah ordered” him to attack Christian clergy.
– According to the prosecution, Kanjaa entered the Church of San Isidro shouting religious phrases, struck a Bible against a pew and then assaulted a passer-by in the street before returning to the church with a machete. During Mass, he attacked the priest, striking him in the neck, and then moved to the nearby Church of Nuestra Señora de la Palma, where he chased and fatally wounded the sacristan in the town square. Witnesses described him repeatedly invoking “Allah” during the assaults.
– The prosecution seeks 50 years in prison for terrorist murder, attempted murder, and injuries, arguing that he was driven by extremist religious motives. His defence, however, claims he was suffering from paranoid schizophrenia and acted in a psychotic state without terrorist intent. Psychiatrists testified that he experienced a “messianic-religious delusion” that deprived him of awareness of his actions.
– The case now awaits sentencing, which will determine whether Kanjaa is held criminally responsible for an Islamist-motivated killing or confined to psychiatric treatment for reasons of insanity. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-presunto-yihadista-algeciras-pide-absolucion-le-internen-centro-no-ser-peligro-20251021125210.html

In related news…are we beginning to see a pattern here? When there is little accountability for the corrupt actions of our leaders, soon the public expects the same treatment. Homicide is now a mental crisis and the criminal is now a victim. Pathetic.

The man accused of killing three in Madrid claims mental disturbance and outburst: {Translation, summary}
– The trial of Dilawar Hussain F.C. began in Madrid for the 2023 murders of three elderly siblings in Morata de Tajuña. The defence acknowledged that he committed the killings but argued for significantly reduced sentences based on three mitigating factors: paranoid personality disorder, sudden rage, and voluntary confession. They detailed that Dilawar says he had lent the siblings 60,000 euros, which he never recovered, leaving him unable to support his terminally ill mother in Pakistan. After her death, under severe economic and emotional pressure, he entered a state of rage and obsession, committing the murders. Forensic reports confirmed mild cognitive and volitional impairment due to his disorder. Dilawar voluntarily surrendered weeks later and explained his actions.
– The prosecution seeks 36 years’ imprisonment, maintaining that he killed the siblings with intent, struck them with a metal rod, and returned days later to burn the bodies. They recognise mild mental impairment but emphasise the premeditated and violent nature of the crimes. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/sucesos/2025/10/21/acusado-matar-hermanos-morata-tajuna-madrid-alteracion-psiquiatrica-122848550.html

WORLD

Takaichi elected Japan’s premier, shattering glass ceiling with hard move to the right:
– Hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi {pic} was elected Japan’s first female prime minister on Tuesday, shattering the political glass ceiling and setting the country up for a decisive turn to the right. An acolyte of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and an admirer of Britain’s Margaret Thatcher, Takaichi is expected to return to Abe-style government stimulus as she attempts to jumpstart an economy saddled with slow growth and rising prices.
– While her victory marks a pivotal moment for a country where men still hold overwhelming sway, she named just two women to her cabinet, far fewer than what she had promised.
– Takaichi is also likely to usher in a sharp move to the right on issues such as immigration and defence, making her the latest leader in tune with the broader rightward shift in global politics. She received 237 votes in the election in parliament’s 465-seat lower house on Tuesday and then won a similar vote in the less powerful upper house. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japans-takaichi-appoint-senior-lawmaker-katayama-finance-minister-fnn-says-2025-10-21/

ENERGY CRISIS

Iberdrola reaffirms its intention to extend the Almaraz nuclear facility and awaits agreement from Endesa and Naturgy to request this from the government “as soon as possible”: {Translation, summary}
– Iberdrola has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping the Almaraz nuclear power plant running beyond its scheduled closure and is pressing Endesa and Naturgy to jointly submit a formal request for an extension to the Ministry for Ecological Transition. The companies agree that Almaraz should remain operational until at least 2030, a period already covered by the existing ten-year licence renewed in 2020.
– Iberdrola insists the plant is in excellent technical condition and capable of continued safe operation, as recognised by international inspectors. The owners are seeking tax relief from the Government in exchange for investing in the extension, while the Ministry of Ecological Transition maintains that the agreement must not impose any cost on citizens. Minister Sara Aagesen has acknowledged no technical barrier to prolonging operations but cited fiscal and European regulatory concerns as the key obstacles to the plant’s continued activity beyond 2027–2028. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/iberdrola-se-reafirma-prorrogar-almaraz-espera-acuerdo-endesa-naturgy-para-pedirlo-gobierno-cuanto-antes_6534894_0.html

HEALTH

“MAMMOGATE”, Breast Cancer Screening Cover-Up Alleged– The Amama association denounces in the Prosecutor’s Office the “erasure of medical records” in Andalucia: {Translation, summary}
– The president of the Seville Association of Women with Breast Cancer (Amama), Ángela Claverol {pic}, has lodged a complaint with the Public Prosecutor’s Office over the alleged deletion of medical records from the Andalusian Health Service’s platforms. Amama claims that mammograms and ultrasounds have disappeared or been renamed on systems such as Clic Salud and Diraya, a situation it considers potentially criminal and linked to the wider breakdown of Andalucía’s breast cancer screening programme.
– The association says several women discovered missing test results after reporting irregularities in the screening system, which has already caused delays or communication failures affecting over 2,000 patients. The Andalusian Government has admitted serious delays in follow-up tests and promised to review all affected cases by 30 November. The scandal has deepened public concern over the reliability of digital medical records and the management of early cancer detection in the region. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/amama-denuncia-fiscalia-borrado-historiales-medicos-andalucia_0_2005053747.html

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The MAMMOGATE plot thickens– Cancer screening failures for decades! Back when Montero was running the Health Department, the Andalusian healthcare system racked up more than a dozen convictions for failures in cancer screening: {Translation, summary}
– Andalusian healthcare faces a severe crisis after errors in communicating breast cancer screening results and unjustified delays, marking the most significant political challenge of Juanma Moreno’s nearly seven-year administration. The president recently demanded the resignation of Health Minister Rocío Hernández, replacing her with Antonio Sanz, and launched an emergency plan to resolve all issues before 30 November.
– Opposition parties, particularly the Andalusian PSOE, have criticised Moreno’s government, yet delays in cancer diagnoses are not new. Between 2004 and 2013, when María Jesús Montero {pic} (now First Deputy Prime Minister of Spain) led the Andalucia Health Ministry, the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) faced over a dozen convictions for late breast cancer diagnoses, several resulting in patient deaths. Court rulings cited inadequate follow-up, poor inter-service communication, and lack of proper protocols, with families claiming relatives were not summoned or informed in time. The convictions required the Junta, then under PSOE-A, to compensate affected families, illustrating a longstanding pattern of systemic failures in breast cancer detection. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/20251021/sanidad-andaluza-acumulo-montero-frente-multiples-condenas-fallos-cribados-cancer_346802.html

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Two executives resign from Virgen del Rocío Hospital over screening crisis: {Translation, summary}
– The resignation of Javier Castell Monsalve {pic}, head of Radiodiagnosis at Seville’s Virgen del Rocío Hospital, intensifies Andalucía’s breast cancer screening crisis. His departure follows the dismissal of Health Minister Rocío Hernández and earlier resignation of Raquel González, coordinator of the Breast Imaging Unit, succeeded by Isabel Olea.
– The SAS inquiry points to two causes of the crisis: failure to inform patients with inconclusive mammograms they were under follow-up, and chronic understaffing in Radiology causing delays and overload. Complaints have also been raised about the obsolete Diraya IT system. Patient associations demand transparency, accountability and measures to restore confidence in public healthcare. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariodesevilla.es/andalucia/dimite-jefe-radiodiagnostico-virgen-rocio-crisis-cribados_0_2005053903.html

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New combination of drugs reduces mortality in recurrent prostate cancer by 40%: {Translation, summary}
– A Cedars-Sinai Cancer study has found that combining enzalutamide with standard hormone therapy reduces the risk of death by more than 40% in men whose prostate cancer returns after surgery or radiotherapy. The international trial, involving over 1,000 patients across 17 countries, marks a major breakthrough in the treatment of high-risk recurrent prostate cancer. Published in The New England Journal of Medicine and presented at ESMO 2025 in Berlin, the findings are expected to establish this combination as the new standard therapy. Researchers say the results significantly improve survival prospects for patients with aggressive, treatment-resistant prostate cancer. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/salud-investigacion/noticia-nueva-combinacion-farmacos-reduce-40-mortalidad-cancer-prostata-recurrente-20251020080046.html

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

El Corte Inglés is looking for inexperienced workers in Malaga, Mijas, and Marbella for the Christmas season: {Translation, summary}
– El Corte Inglés has launched its recruitment drive for the upcoming Christmas campaign, running from November to January, offering temporary positions at its stores in Málaga, Mijas and Marbella. The company is seeking staff for sales, tills, stock, gift wrapping, hospitality and food sections, without requiring prior experience. Applicants must show customer service skills, teamwork ability, and availability throughout the campaign. Employment conditions include pre-arranged schedules, training for each role, and the chance to continue after the season ends. Workers also enjoy staff discounts, financing options, life insurance, continuous training through the corporate university, and aid for studies or family needs. Applications are submitted online via the company’s Employment Portal, where candidates can upload their CV manually or through LinkedIn. The portal also displays other active vacancies across Spain, as El Corte Inglés prepares for one of its busiest retail periods of the year.
Info: https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/es/recruiting/elcorteingles/Ext/job/MLAGA/Campaa-de-Navidad-Mlaga-y-Mijas_JR114309
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/corte-ingles-busca-trabajadores-malaga-mijas-marbella-campana-navidad_0_2005049861.html

OTHER

Eric Clapton to play two gigs in Spain, more than 20 years since his last shows here:
– English rock and blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter Eric Clapton will perform in Madrid and Barcelona in May 2026. These are his first concerns in Spain after more than 20 years, as Live Nation announced on Saturday. The concerts are scheduled for 7 May (Movistar Arena in Madrid) and 10 May (Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona). Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, 22 October. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/eric-clapton-perform-madrid-and-barcelona-gigs-20251020085321-nt.html & Video Link

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SPAIN

The European blackout report “invalidates” the theory that everything caught Red Eléctrica by surprise: {Translation, summary}
– Marta Castro, Director of Regulation at Aelec (the Association of Electricity Companies), criticises Red Eléctrica’s claim that the April 28 blackout came as a surprise, citing the Entso-e report which shows voltage control issues days beforehand. She argues that events on the 16th, 22nd, and 24th of April, especially the 22nd, when large consumers like Adif and the Cartagena refinery were disconnected, point to early warning signs that were ignored. Disconnecting large consumers is usually an emergency response, not a planned or preventive action. It’s a sign that the grid is already under severe stress, and operators are trying to prevent a wider blackout. Aelec insists these incidents show the need for a broader and more rigorous investigation into the days preceding the outage.
– Castro welcomes Entso-e’s (European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity) commitment to including independent experts and other energy sector stakeholders in the final report, expected in early 2026.
– She highlights concerns over Red Eléctrica withholding data and stresses that national voltage averages obscure regional instability. Aelec also questions Red Eléctrica’s response on the day, particularly actions like line closures and reactive power disconnections, which may have worsened the crisis. Lastly, Castro calls for a full review of reactive capacity and quicker deployment of backup generation in future events to ensure supply security. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/informe-europeo-apagon-invalida-teoria-pillo-sorpresa-20251020173220-nt_amp.html

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Blackmailers Puigdemont & the Junts Are Pulling Their Support of Sánchez– The position taken by the EU advocate general on the crime of embezzlement may trigger the end of a relationship that was never one of trust: {Translation, summary}
– This week exposed deepening fractures between Pedro Sánchez’s government and its once-critical ally, Junts. A covert meeting in Geneva between former Prime Minister Zapatero and Carles Puigdemont failed to yield Junts’ support for the national budget. Junts not only rejected the proposal but publicly claimed they were never shown a draft. They demanded €6.5 billion in unfulfilled infrastructure funds for Catalonia merely to begin negotiations.
– This rejection forms part of Junts’ broader strategy to sever ties with the Sánchez administration. Their firm opposition to raising self-employed contributions left the PSOE isolated, even losing Sumar’s backing. Junts leaders have floated support for a no-confidence motion to oust Sánchez, signalling a radical shift.
– The Junts see continued collaboration with Sánchez as politically damaging, especially with delays on the amnesty law, lack of control over immigration, and the EU’s rebuff of Catalan language recognition. Disillusionment grows over empty promises, including nuclear plant guarantees. Within Junts, early elections are favoured.
– A decisive moment looms on 13 November, when an EU legal opinion on the amnesty—particularly concerning misappropriation charges—could determine whether Puigdemont can safely return to Spain. If the report suggests his return remains legally risky, Junts is likely to withdraw support. In that case, Sánchez may remain in office, but more isolated than ever. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/cataluna/20251019/puigdemont-empieza-proceso-alejamiento-definitivo-sanchez_345870.html

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Sanchez’s Mutiny In EU– He defies Defence agreement all other members support, insists he can make up his own rules: {Translation}
– The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, has insisted that he can account for some items of investment against climate change as part of the security and defence spending committed to NATO, which should reach 2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2025. Sánchez made these statements in an appearance before the media in Slovenia, after the Med9 summit together with the rest of the Mediterranean countries of the European Union, when asked if he has obtained support from other states for this purpose.
– Although he did not clarify whether there are more European countries that support him, Sánchez insisted that “some of these policies” to fight climate change “can be counted as policies linked to security and defence”. “And that is what the Government of Spain is doing in line with the European Union and also with NATO,” he said {in total denial of reality}.
– “The government is clear about it,” defends Sánchez, who intends to allocate “13%” to items related to the climate emergency and civil protection, of the more than 10,000 million euros of increased investment to reach 2% of GDP in defence this year.
– At the last NATO summit, the President of the Government agreed to reach only 2.1% of defence spending, despite the fact that the rest of the Allies committed to invest more than twice as much and reach 5%. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-sanchez-insiste-incluir-gasto-contra-cambio-climatico-inversion-defensa-pide-otan-20251020165932.html

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Gov’t Rolls Back The Unpopular Proposed Tax Increases On The Lowest Earning Self-employed: {Translation, summary}
– The Spanish Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration has proposed a new adjustment to self-employed contribution fees for 2026. The plan would freeze the fees of self-employed workers with the lowest declared income, specifically those earning between 670 and 1,166.7 euros a month. These workers, who belong to the reduced contribution table, would continue paying the same amounts as in 2025 without any increase. According to the Government, this measure aims to protect those with the least economic capacity while still maintaining the principle of contributions based on real income.
– For the remaining self-employed workers outside the reduced table, fees would rise between 1 per cent and 2.5 per cent depending on their income bracket. However, unions CCOO and UGT criticised the proposal, arguing that the freeze for low earners may seem positive now but delays the improvement of their future pensions. They believe even a small increase in contributions for the lowest income brackets would help them receive adequate protection later.
– Associations of the self-employed are divided: some say the fee freeze gives low earners short term financial stability, while others argue it is a missed opportunity to improve their future pensions and social protection. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/economia/laboral-00346/noticia-gobierno-plantea-subir-cuota-autonomos-1475-euros-mes-2026-tramos-mayores-ingresos-20251020121346.html

ANDALUCÍA

Andalusian Medical Union advocates for salary improvements as the “only way” to alleviate the “serious deficit” of professionals. (Perhaps they have been reading DigameXtra editorial comments?): {Translation}
– The Medical Union of Andalucía (SMA) conveyed on Monday to the Minister of Health, Presidency and Emergencies of the Junta de Andalucía, Antonio Sanz, the “need for a change in the healthcare model in the region that includes an improvement in the working and remuneration conditions of the medical and professional staff as the sole means to address the severe shortage of doctors in the public healthcare system”. According to the union, Sanz expressed his “willingness to examine” the documentation and proposals submitted.
– This was noted by the union in a press release following the meeting with Sanz, which was attended by the president of the Andalusian Medical Union, Rafael Ojeda, accompanied by the SMA Secretary General, Ángel Tocino, and the SMA Vice President, Carmen Serrano. On behalf of the Ministry of Health, in addition to the aforementioned Minister Sanz, the Vice President of the Ministry of Health, María Luisa del Moral, and the Director General of SAS Personnel, José Luis Sedeño, were also present.
– The meeting, “conducted in a climate of cordiality, active listening and willingness to collaborate”, allowed the union representatives to meet “officially” the new Minister of Health of the Junta de Andalucía as part of a series of contacts the Ministry is promoting with all stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The union representatives presented the minister with the demands of the medical and professional staff and emphasised the importance of establishing a specific regulatory framework and a dedicated negotiation arena for the profession. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-medicos-abogan-mejoras-salariales-unica-via-paliar-grave-deficit-profesionales-publica-20251020135048.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

This is the ‘supercave’ found in Malaga that science cannot explain: {Translation, summary}
– Speleologists from Málaga’s GES group have uncovered a vast cave system in the Sierra de las Nieves, linking two major cavities—the Sima del Nevero and the Sima del Aire—forming the Nevero-Aire Complex. Stretching over 26 kilometres and nearly a kilometre deep, it is now the longest known cave system in Andalusia and among the largest in Europe.
– The interior revealed extraordinary features, including corroded walls and rare “gypsum flowers”, crystalline formations typically found in different environments. These anomalies suggest complex karstic processes shaped the system, likely through ancient underground water networks.
– The discovery is the fruit of decades of meticulous exploration, mapping, and mathematical analysis. Local officials and scientists see this as both a major scientific breakthrough and a cultural asset. However, further exploration now requires significant funding. The cave, part of a national park, is protected, and any caving activity needs authorisation to safeguard both explorers and the fragile subterranean ecosystem. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/malaga/20251019/asi-supercueva-hallada-malaga-ciencia-no-puede-explicar-esto-no-deberia-estar-ahi_345840.html & Video Link

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Warm ‘terral’ wind set to bring autumn temperatures of around 30C to Costa del Sol this week:
– The summer refuses to say goodbye to Malaga province. This week is expected to be another warm one, with temperatures exceeding 30C in Malaga city and parts of the Guadalhorce valley and the Axarquia area. These autumnal records will be caused by the warm ‘terral’ wind. The nights are also expected to remain tropical, with minimum temperatures of at least 20C.
– The wind is expected to decrease in intensity from Wednesday onwards. In the other Andalusian provinces, maximum temperatures are also expected to be well above average. “This is bad news for chestnut farmers,” Escudero said. Roasted chestnuts are more popular in cold weather.
– A change in the forecast from Sunday onwards is possible, although it is still too early to predict anything. However, there is a chance of precipitation on 26 October. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/warm-terral-wind-set-bring-autumn-temperatures-20251020114625-nt.html

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The Malaga Court acquits priests & publisher prosecuted for online criticism of Islam– there was no hate crime: {Translation, summary}
– The Provincial Court of Málaga has acquitted priests Custodio Ballester and Jesús Calvo, along with digital media director Armando Robles, of charges of incitement to hatred for anti-Islamic content. Though the prosecution had sought prison sentences—three years for each priest and four for the director—the court ruled that, while the statements may be extreme or offensive, they do not meet the legal threshold for a hate crime.
– The court noted that Ballester’s remarks were unfortunate and ideologically rigid, but not criminal. Calvo’s were considered “delirious”, stemming from confirmed psychological conditions. The media director’s repeated criticism of Islam and migration came closer to breaching legal limits but still fell within the wide bounds of freedom of expression. The court concluded that, although the publications and social media posts often resorted to insult, and lacked the aim of promoting social harmony, there was insufficient evidence of intent to incite hatred or provoke discriminatory actions. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/malaga/20251017/audiencia-malaga-absuelve-padre-custodio-perseguido-criticar-islam-no-hay-delito-odio_345707.html

NERJA

Body recovered from sea near Maro:
– A body was found floating in the sea between Almuñécar (Granada province) and Maro-Cerro Gordo (Nerja, Malaga) on Sunday, 19 October. The deceased has not been identified yet.
– The 112 Andalucía emergency service operators received a call reporting the discovery around 7.30pm. The body was seen floating in the sea, some 500 metres from the shore. Medical and police teams were mobilised to the scene. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/body-recovered-floating-the-near-cerro-gordo-20251020140552-nt.html

ALGARROBO

The disappearance of a 16-year-old girl in Algarrobo is reported: {Translation}
– New alert of disappearance in the province of Malaga, this time of a minor. Alba G. Z. is 16 years old and was seen by last Wednesday, October 15, in the Axarquia town of Algarrobo, with just 6,900 inhabitants, as reported by the National Center for Missing Persons (CNDES) through social networks. In the description that accompanies the image of the minor, it is indicated that Alba G. Z. is of slim build, 1.6 meters tall, has brown eyes and long brown hair.
– Thus, from the aforementioned CNDES they have called for citizen collaboration, asking that if anyone has any clue about the whereabouts of this minor contact this body immediately. You can also call 062 of the Civil Guard or the ANAR Foundation for Help to Children and Adolescents at Risk telephone 116000.
– For their part, sources from the Civil Guard have explained to SUR that the teenager from Algarrobo has voluntarily escaped from a juvenile centre where she was, so the case is being investigated as a voluntary disappearance. The sources have pointed out that it is not the first time that the minor has disappeared in these circumstances, while they have not been able to specify in which town the juvenile centre from which she would have escaped is located. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/denuncian-desaparacion-menor-algarrobo-20251020131956-nt_amp.html

EUROPE

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico calls European Socialists “the Party of Homosexuals and Warmongers”: {Translation, summary}
– Slovakia’s Prime Minister, the populist Robert Fico, stated on Monday that the Party of European Socialists (PES) should be called the “Party of Homosexuals,” in reaction to the expulsion of his party, the SMER, for allegedly failing to uphold European values. “The PES has abandoned the traditional values of the left and should be called the Party of Homosexuals and Warmongers,” Fico said in a social media post.
– Fico was responding to the PES decision on Friday to expel SMER, whose membership had already been suspended since 2023 after forming a government coalition with an ultranationalist party. “The Brussels-based party of European Socialists has literally destroyed the authentic left-wing agenda in EU member states,” Fico asserted.
– Founded in 1999, SMER was first suspended in 2006 when Fico first formed a coalition with the ultranationalist SNS, although that sanction was later lifted. The PES justified Friday’s decision, stating that Fico’s party exhibits “serious and strong contradictions with the values and principles” of the social democratic family.
– Fico claims the real reason is the recent passing of a constitutional amendment promoted by his party recognising two biological sexes (male and female), banning surrogacy, prohibiting same-sex adoption, and prioritising national over EU law on matters of “cultural and ethical identity.” He also defended his social policies, citing “subsidised trains for pensioners and students,” “free school meals,” “strengthening social dialogue,” and “increases to the minimum wage and pensions.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/primer-ministro-eslovaco-robert-fico-califica-partido-homosexuales-los-socialistas-europeos_6530779_0.html

UKRAINE WAR

Zelensky proposes a new 90-day extension of martial law and general mobilisation in Ukraine, further delaying long overdue elections: {Translation, summary}
– The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, presented to Parliament on Monday two draft laws to extend for a further ninety days the martial law and the general mobilisation decreed after the invasion launched by Russia on 24 February 2022. The draft laws were published during the day by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on its website, for analysis by the relevant committees and later by the full chamber.
– Zelensky last enacted laws in July to extend martial law and general mobilisation after Parliament approved his proposals, which are likewise expected to receive legislative support on this occasion.
– {The renewal of martial law also means that Ukraine will once again postpone national elections, which cannot legally take place while emergency rule is in force. Parliamentary elections scheduled for October 2023 and the presidential election expected in March 2024 have already been delayed. The government argues that free and fair elections are impossible during a full-scale war, with millions displaced and active combat ongoing. However, some political observers and opposition voices warn that repeated extensions risk weakening democratic accountability by keeping the current leadership in power without a fresh electoral mandate. -Ed.} Image: DigameXtra
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-zelenski-propone-nueva-prorroga-90-dias-ley-marcial-movilizacion-general-ucrania-20251020112311.html

UK

Extra 1.1bn barrels of oil found in North Sea: {Summary}
– A recent report by the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) reveals the UK may have an extra 1.1 billion barrels of oil and gas in the North Sea, boosting total potential reserves to 15.8 billion barrels. This 31% increase in prospective resources stems from new data gathered under 2022 licences. If fully proven, UK waters could hold up to 25 billion barrels—enough to meet national demand up to 2050, according to industry experts.
– The discovery has major benefits for the UK: enhancing energy security, supporting domestic supply over imports, and safeguarding thousands of jobs in the oil and gas sector. Analysts argue that with supportive policies, the UK could achieve near self-sufficiency, reducing reliance on countries like Norway. The findings also highlight potential for increased tax revenue and economic growth. However, the discovery has reignited political debate over Labour’s ban on new drilling and the future of UK energy policy. Full article: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/10/17/extra-11bn-barrels-of-oil-found-in-north-sea/

FASHION

Sabrina Carpenter confirms that bras are no longer hidden– now they are even shown off with office outfits: {Translation, summary}
– Sabrina Carpenter showcased the exposed bra as a bold new fashion statement during her debut as host of Saturday Night Live. She brought the traditionally private undergarment into the spotlight, wearing a push-up bra from Victoria’s Secret’s Body by Victoria collection in pewter jacquard stripes. Normally hidden beneath clothing, Carpenter made the bra the centrepiece of her look, demonstrating how lingerie can move from intimate wear to visible fashion.
– During her performance, the trend continued, with the bra featured prominently on stage, proving its versatility and daring appeal. By emphasising the undergarment as a focal point rather than a hidden element, Carpenter highlighted the growing trend of lingerie as outerwear. Her confident styling signals a broader shift in contemporary fashion, where bras are no longer confined to the bedroom but celebrated as statement pieces that can define an outfit and command attention. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/mujer/moda/sabrina-carpenter-confirma-que-sujetador-no-se-esconde-ahora-se-ensena-incluso-con-los-looks-oficina_6530527_0.html

TECH

Amazon’s cloud crash causes failures in Bizum, POS terminals and ATMs– This is just one of many reasons why we can’t go cashless!: {Translation}
– A major global disruption struck the Internet today after Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a serious outage in its US-EAST-1 region, one of its most vital data hubs. The failure began around 09:00 Spanish mainland time and quickly caused widespread problems for thousands of companies and users worldwide. Services dependent on AWS, including Alexa, Prime Video, Snapchat and several online video games, suffered errors and delays, exposing global reliance on Amazon’s cloud infrastructure. The company confirmed that 58 AWS services were affected, with its DynamoDB database among the systems fully interrupted. Engineers are working urgently to restore operations, though instability continues in some areas.
– In Spain, there have also been incidents in banking institutions and telecommunications operators, as well as in messaging platforms. In many cases, the apps and services have taken time to recover or still show instability. The incident highlights a growing concern: although cloud computing has become essential to modern life, it remains a vulnerable single point of failure with far-reaching consequences. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/caida-nube-amazon-provoca-fallos-bizum-datafonos-cajeros/202510201309013154708.html

SOCIAL MEDIA

Londoners Push Back Against Digital ID: {X}
– The post shares authentic video of a large protest on October 18, 2025, where thousands marched from Marble Arch to Whitehall in London, organized by the Mass Non-Compliance group to oppose the UK Labour government’s proposed mandatory digital ID cards.
– Protesters, including figures like David Icke, voiced fears of surveillance and privacy erosion, chanting “No to Digital ID” amid police presence, reflecting widespread civil liberties concerns with turnout estimated in the thousands by outlets like the Daily Mail and Metro.
– This event highlights growing UK resistance to centralized digital systems, potentially linked to World Economic Forum influences, as well as exposing links to globalization, topics rarely seen in mainstream news coverage, other than perhaps Sky News or Breitbart. Video Link

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Six out of ten children in Spain have social media accounts despite it being against the law:
– Various child health specialists, such as paediatricians, psychologists, neurologists and ophthalmologists, are having very little success sounding the alarm about the significant risks of premature, excessive and unsupervised use of mobile phones, tablets and computers by children.
– A recent study indicates that, despite specialist advice to the contrary, most children in Spain use all types of screens daily and that, in fact, a third of them already own a smartphone at such an early age, most often given to them by their parents or close relatives. In line with previous studies, two out of three primary school pupils use screens excessively, far exceeding the limit recommended by paediatricians to avoid health risks at this age (a maximum of one hour per day). Some 50% of them watch one to three or more hours of television, 30% spend more than an hour on their mobile phones and up to 12% spend more than three hours glued to their smartphones.
– However, perhaps the most shocking fact is that all children aged 8-12 regularly use social media and up to six out of ten of them have their own account on one or more of these channels. This fact violates Spanish law (account registration is prohibited for the under-14s) and the rules of use of the digital platforms themselves.
– “The inappropriate and excessive use of screens at key ages for children’s cognitive, emotional and social development, as well as the lack of rules and adult supervision, reinforces the need for educational programmes and public policies that promote safe digital environments”, says Alejandro Martínez, director of the Eroski Foundation, in light of the main findings of this study. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/six-out-ten-children-have-banned-social-media-accounts-20251017080224-nt.html

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Daniel Amat / Francis Posé Trio: Fri, 24 Oct, 8pm
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A musical journey through the different styles and eras of Latin jazz and Cuban music. The trio’s music ranges from traditional to avant-garde; bolero, rumba, son, danzón, guajira, etc. are all part of their repertoire, as well as original .
Daniel Amat (piano); Francis Posé (double bass); Jessie Valdés (drums). All of them are highly experienced musicians with extensive résumés, having participated in major projects, collaborations, and recordings, and performed at major festivals and clubs around the world.
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Nico Bones- CBGBs Style American Rock: Tues, 21 Oct, 10pm
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C/ Convalecientes 11, Malaga 29008
Straight out of LA, their musical influences range from punk rock to glam, pub rock, and garage rock, with artists such as The Rolling Stones, New York Dolls, Ramones, Stooges, Eddie Cochran, Hanoi Rocks, Thin Lizzy, and Alice Cooper.
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XIII Nerja Sports Gala: Friday, October 24, at 9pm.
At the Villa de Nerja Cultural Center. Info: https://www.infonerja.com/la-xiii-gala-del-deporte-local-de-nerja-ya-tiene-fecha/

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Torre del Mar Halloween Party 2025:
Friday, October 31 from 7pm
A family event for all audiences that will once again fill the streets of our town with colour, costumes and a spectacular atmosphere.
– The programme will begin with a grand parade that will travel through the main streets of Torre del Mar. The procession will set off from Calle Princesa and continue along Calle Infantes, Duque de Ahumada, Antonio Machado, Calle del Río, Plaza Axarquía, Calle del Mar, Avenida de Andalucía and Paseo de Larios. Taking part in the parade will be the theatre company La Carpa, the music group Feel the Music and the urban dance company The New Crew, guaranteeing an evening filled with rhythm and entertainment.
– Paseo de Larios will become the central hub of family activities. From 19:00 onwards, it will host temporary tattoo workshops, themed make up stands and inflatable play areas, creating a lively space designed especially for the enjoyment of children.
– One of the highlights of the event will once again be the popular Passage of Terror, which will open at 20:45. As in previous years, it promises an unforgettable experience filled with surprises, thrills and fun for visitors of all ages.
Info: https://www.velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=noticias&id=8267

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Nerja Annual Almijara Trail Run: Sat, 1 Nov
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ANDALUCÍA

It’s not only doctors & nurses– Andalusian Health Service have big problems hiring maintenance staff, only 59% bother showing up for the exams: {Translation, summary}
– This Saturday’s call for 1,441 positions for labourers, washing staff, various technicians and tradesmen, gardeners and telephone operators has resulted in 58.8% attendance of those initially registered. The exams have been carried out simultaneously in 16 venues in Seville and Granada.
– In total, according to the data provided by the Ministry of Health, 18,230 registrations have been admitted but of these only 16,562 formalised their intention to attend the test. Of these only 10,764 have attended the call, 7,500 less than those initially registered in the call. In relation to the people who have actually signed up for the test, the percentage of attendance has been 58.8%. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2025/10/18/mitad-aspirantes-plaza-oposiciones-servicio-andaluz-salud-122761071.html

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Antonio Sanz makes his debut this week in the Andalusian Parliament as Minister of Health with a general debate on the sector: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Parliament will hold a general debate on the state of public healthcare on 22 October, marking the first appearance of Antonio Sanz as Health Minister. The session begins with the total review of the Heritage Law project, followed by the healthcare debate, which will dominate the rest of the day. Sanz will open with a twenty-minute address, after which parliamentary groups will respond in order of representation. The Government Council and the parliamentary groups will have additional speaking turns, and the day will conclude with a one-hour period for presenting and voting on resolution proposals.
– The debate follows the recent crisis in the breast cancer early detection programme, which led to the resignation of former Health Minister Rocío Hernández and a government reshuffle.
– The Plenary will continue on 23 October focused on mental health and healthcare transparency, oral questions to President Juanma Moreno, and the debate of four non-legislative motions addressing vocational training, privatisation, regional infrastructure, and water management.
Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-antonio-sanz-debuta-semana-parlamento-andaluz-consejero-sanidad-debate-general-sector-20251019100013.html

MALAGA CITY

Mutant Rats Invade Malaga: {Translation, summary}
– Málaga is confronting a shocking surge in rat infestations, with reports of the resilient rodents invading parks, gardens, abandoned lots, building entrances, and even private homes across districts including Santa Paula, La Malagueta and Girón-Delicias. Residents warn the problem is escalating at an alarming pace.
– Sergio Monge, president of the National Association of Environmental Health Companies (ANECPLA), warns that these “next-generation sewer rats” are no ordinary pests. Thanks to a genetic mutation, many have become immune to traditional anticoagulant rodenticides, rendering standard control measures increasingly ineffective. Coupled with strict new European regulations limiting rodenticide use, the city faces a growing public health threat. With diseases such as leptospirosis, hantavirus and toxoplasmosis at stake, Málaga’s mutant rat crisis is a clear and present danger. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2025/10/19/ratas-invaden-barrios-malaga-122768753.html

TORROX

Falete, José Luis Calero, Flamenco In Progress, The Phantom of the Opera, and a tribute to the K-Pop Warriors at the Villa de Torrox Municipal Theater: {Translation, summary}
– The municipal theatre will open its season on November 1 with the show Flamenco In Progress, presented by Estévez / Paños y Compañía under the title “La juerga que no fue” (The Party That Never Was), an innovative proposal that blends the purest flamenco with a contemporary take on tradition.
– On November 8, the stage will welcome singer Falete, who will offer an evening of song, emotion, and artistry with his unmistakable voice and charisma on stage.
– Humor will arrive on December 12 with José Luis Calero and his show “Humorista de guardia” (Comedian on Call), an event eagerly awaited by lovers of Andalusian comedy that promises guaranteed laughs.
– On December 13, the theatre will be filled with excitement with one of the most beloved musical productions: “El Fantasma de la Ópera” (The Phantom of the Opera), a staging adapted for the whole family, with live voices, spectacular scenery, and an advanced technical production.
– Finally, the following day, December 14 at 5:00 p.m., there will be a tribute to Las Guerreras K-Pop, based on an American animated musical fantasy film of Korean origin.
– Tickets for all shows are now available on the website [ https://www.mientrada.net/eventos/categoria/teatro-municipal-villa-de-torrox/ ], and can also be purchased at the box office on performance days. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/falete-jose…

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A motorcyclist has had to be evacuated by helicopter after an accident in El Morche Friday afternoon: {Translation, summary}
– The old N-340 was closed in both directions for almost two hours.
– Shortly before seven o’clock Friday evening, the old N-340 as it passes through El Morche was paralysed. A motorbike and a van had collided, requiring a helicopter to evacuate the motorcyclist, a 31-year-old man, to the Regional Hospital of Malaga, where he arrived in very serious condition with several open fractures, in elbow and wrist, with serious bleeding. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/motorista-evacuado-helicoptero-accidente-el-morche/

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria hosts the Peña El Piyayo Autumn Recitals with renowned flamenco artists: {Translation, summary}
– The Town Council of Rincón de la Victoria and the Flamenco Association El Piyayo have presented the 2025 Autumn Recitals, a traditional cultural series dedicated to flamenco singing, guitar and dance. The cycle, held at the Peña El Piyayo in Las Pedrizas, will run from 18 October to 29 November and includes performances by both established and emerging flamenco artists.
Programme of events, all Saturdays:
– 18 October (Members’ Day): Tribute to Pepe Soto, singer from Málaga, who will receive the gold badge of the association.
– 25 October: Flamenco Ensemble José María Jiménez, with Tania Ortega (vocals), Lorena Gavilán and José Roa (dance).
– 1 November: Recital by singer Luis Ortega López with guitarist Juan Carlos Fernández.
– 8 November: Pedro Carmona (vocals), Juan Carlos Fernández (guitar), Raquel Ariza (dance).
– 15 November: José Parra (vocals) with guitarist Andrés Carmona Silva, known as Camarón de Pitita.
– 22 November: Chato de Vélez (vocals), Curro de María (guitar), and the dance group of José Lucena.
– 29 November: Ensemble Diquela led by José Satorre, featuring Amparo Reyes (vocals) and dancers Luisa Chicano and José Ruiz. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-acoge-los-recitales-de-otono-de-la-pena-el-piyayo-con-artistas-consagrados-del-flamenco/

GRANADA

Sierra Nevada 2025-2026 ski season announced: {Translation, summary}
– Sierra Nevada ski and mountain resort in Monachil, Granada, will open the 2025/26 season on 29 November, 2025, weather permitting, and is scheduled to close on 26 April, 2026. The resort will offer an extended season, giving visitors more time on the slopes and the opportunity to enjoy winter and spring skiing.
– Skiers and snowboarders can expect well-prepared slopes, modern facilities and a full range of seasonal services. Cetursa, the public company managing the resort, notes that opening and closing dates depend on snow conditions to ensure optimal experiences. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/noticia-sierra-nevada-preve-abrir-29-noviembre-si-hay-condiciones-nieve-cierre-previsto-26-abril-20251017110342.html

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Granada turns illusion into art with the XXIV edition of the Hocus Pocus International Magic Festival: {Translation, summary}
– The twenty fourth Hocus Pocus International Festival will take place in Granada from 21 to 30 November 2025 under the theme “Nothing over here and GranHada over there” (“Nada por aquí… ¡y GranHada por allá!”). Directed by Miguel Puga, known as MagoMigue, and organised with the support of Granada City Council, it is a leading cultural event in southern Europe that combines illusion, theatre, poetry and visual creativity.
– The programme will be held in major venues including Teatro Isabel la Católica, Auditorio Manuel de Falla, the Federico García Lorca Centre and Santa Cruz la Real College, as well as in neighbourhoods and the province. It is divided into six sections: Professional Sessions, School and Social Programme, Galas in Singular Spaces, International Galas, Provincial Extension and Street Activities. The festival has a strong social focus, offering educational workshops, free performances for children in care and activities for the elderly. The Catalan illusionist Xevi will receive the 2025 GranHada Award for Magical Merit.
Info & full programme: https://festivalhocuspocus.com/

EUROPE

Thieves steal priceless jewels from Paris’ Louvre in brazen daylight heist:
– Thieves broke into Paris’ Louvre museum on Sunday, using a crane and smashing an upstairs window and stealing priceless jewellery from an area that houses the French crown jewels before escaping on motorbikes, the French government said.
The robbery is likely to raise awkward questions about security at the museum, where officials had already sounded the alarm about lack of investment at a world-famous site, home to artworks such as the Mona Lisa, that welcomed 8.7 million visitors in 2024.
– The thieves struck at about 9.30 a.m. (0730 GMT) when the museum had already opened its doors to the public, and entered the Galerie d’Apollon building, the Interior Ministry said in a statement.
– The robbery took around four minutes, Culture Minister Rachida Dati told TF1, and was carried out by professionals.
“We saw some footage: they don’t target people, they enter calmly in four minutes, smash display cases, take their loot, and leave. No violence, very professional,” Dati said on TF1.
She said one piece of jewellery had been recovered outside the museum, apparently dropped as the thieves made their escape. Dati declined to say what the item was, but newspaper Le Parisien said it was believed to be the crown of Napoleon III’s wife, Empress Eugénie. The item was broken, the newspaper said. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/thieves-steal-jewels-louvre-paris-media-reports-2025-10-19/

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Portugal’s parliament approves far-right party’s bill to ban face veils:
– Portugal’s parliament approved on Friday a bill to ban face veils used for “gender or religious motives” in most public spaces that was proposed by the far-right Chega party and effectively targets burqas and niqabs worn by Muslim women.
Under the bill, proposed fines for wearing face veils in public would range between 200 euros and 4,000 euros ($234 to $4,671). Forcing someone to wear one would be punishable with prison terms of up to three years. Face veils would still be allowed in aeroplanes, diplomatic premises and places of worship.
– If signed into law it would put Portugal alongside European countries including France, Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands, which already have full or partial bans. President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa could still veto the bill or send it to the Constitutional Court for checks. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/portugals-parliament-approves-far-right-partys-bill-ban-face-veils-2025-10-17/

UK

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles including Duke of York after ‘discussion with King’:
– Prince Andrew is giving up his titles, including the Duke of York, he has announced in a personal statement. He has been under increasing pressure over his links with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with calls for Buckingham Palace to take action against him.
– That now seems to have resulted in the prince deciding to voluntarily hand back his titles and to give up membership of the Order of the Garter, the oldest and most senior order of chivalry in Britain. In his statement he said he continued to “vigorously deny the accusations against me”. “In discussion with the King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the Royal Family,” said a statement from Prince Andrew. “I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. “I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life. “With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me. As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me.”
– His decision to stop using his titles was made in consultation with William, Prince of Wales, as well as the King. He will remain a prince – but will cease to be the Duke of York, a title received from his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth. Prince Andrew had already ceased to be a “working royal” and had lost the use of his HRH title and no longer appeared at official royal events. His role now will be even more diminished.
– He is expected to stay in his Windsor home, Royal Lodge, on which he has his own private lease which runs until 2078.
– Next week a posthumous memoir by Ms Giuffre, who took her own life earlier this year, will be published. It is likely to cast further attention on Prince Andrew’s involvement with her and Epstein. Ms Giuffre claimed that she was one of many vulnerable girls and young women who had been sexually exploited by Epstein and his circle of wealthy connections. She alleged that the prince had sex with her at his friend Ghislaine Maxwell’s house in London in 2001, when Ms Giuffre was 17 years old. Her memoir describes two other occasions on which she alleges she had sex with Prince Andrew – in Epstein’s townhouse in New York and on Epstein’s private island in the US Virgin Islands.
– The prince made a financial payment to Ms Giuffre in an out-of-court settlement in 2022, after she had brought a civil case against him. He denies all the accusations made against him. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgqlyw9g7weo

MIDDLE EAST

Israel strikes Gaza and halts aid, accusing Hamas of attacks in gravest test of truce so far:
– Israel launched a series of strikes in Gaza on Sunday and said it was halting aid into the enclave in response to attacks on its forces, the military said, in the most serious test yet of this month’s U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Residents in Gaza and local health authorities said Israeli airstrikes and tank fire across the enclave killed at least 18 people, including at least one woman. {Breaking news sources are now saying 25 or more dead. -Ed.}
– The Israeli military said it struck Hamas targets including a tunnel, weapons depots and its militants.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had ordered the military to respond forcefully to what he described as Hamas’ violations of the ceasefire. The military said militants in the southern area of Rafah had launched an anti-tank missile and fired on its soldiers.
– The new ceasefire took effect on October 11, halting two years of war, but the Israeli government and Hamas have been accusing each other of violations of the ceasefire for days. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-media-reports-military-attack-gaza-2025-10-19/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Medvedev ends 882-day title drought with Almaty Open win:
– Former world number one Daniil Medvedev ended an 882-day title drought winning his 21st ATP Tour title when he beat Corentin Moutet 7-5 4-6 6-3 in the Almaty Open final on Sunday. Russian Medvedev, 29, last won a title at the Italian Open in May 2023 and has lost six finals since, including at the U.S. Open and Australian Open. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/sports/tennis/medvedev-ends-882-day-title-drought-with-almaty-open-win-2025-10-19/

GASTRONOMIA

OCULTO– considered the third best “date night” restaurant in Spain, it can only be accessed with a code and is in Nerja, and surprise!– It is reasonably priced!: {Translation, summary}
– Oculto, an exclusive restaurant in Nerja, has earned third place in Spain in the Travellers’ Choice Awards by Tripadvisor in the category Best of the Best for evening dates. More than a restaurant, Oculto offers a carefully designed immersive experience that begins even before arrival. After reserving, diners receive a personal secret code by WhatsApp, which must be entered at an electronic panel beside an unmarked white façade. This ritual of access creates a sense of intrigue and intimacy, setting the tone for the evening.
– Inside, guests enter a softly lit vestibule scented with subtle aromas and accompanied by ambient music, before being guided to their table. The décor combines contemporary design with warm textures, rich colours and eclectic details. The layout allows privacy between tables while maintaining a lively atmosphere, with a bar overlooking the open kitchen where chefs prepare each dish with precise choreography.
– The cuisine blends Mediterranean, Latin American and Asian influences, featuring sushi, ceviche, tiraditos and creative desserts. A fourteen course tasting menu is also available, showcasing the restaurant’s most innovative creations. Dishes are presented as small works of art, encouraging shared bites, wine pairing and conversation. Combined with attentive service, Oculto transforms dinner into a memorable sensorial experience.
– Address: Calle Castilla Pérez 11, Nerja, Málaga
Reservations: +34 603 37 57 56, {Hint: ask about special theme & special menu nights.}
Website with map & menus with prices: https://www.restauranteoculto.com/
Instagram: @oculto_nerja
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/mejor-restaurante-citas-nocturnas-espana-acceder-codigo-costa-malaga_0_2004973066.html

HIGH SOCIETY

The daughter of Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith gets married in Valladolid: {Translation, summary}
– Stella del Carmen, daughter of Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith, married economist Alex Gruszynski today at the five-star Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine hotel, a 12th-century former monastery in Sardón de Duero, Valladolid. The intimate ceremony was attended by around 250 guests, including Don Johnson, Dakota Johnson, Barack Obama’s daughters Malia and Sasha, and Trudie Styler. Stella and Alex, who have known each other since childhood, exchanged vows in a heartfelt family atmosphere.
– Antonio Banderas, visibly emotional, praised the ceremony’s elegance, thanked all involved, and even raised a toast with the press. Security was tight: hotel staff were prohibited from using mobile phones, and guests were screened on entry. A helipad facilitated arrivals, and the family occupied nearly all thirty rooms, with other guests accommodated in nearby establishments. The estate, Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine, maintains its historic monastic character, featuring hectares of vineyards, a spa, a Michelin-starred restaurant and luxury accommodation.
– The wedding attracted media crews plus the many spectators that gathered outside the gates offering humorous gestures for the cameras. Antonio Banderas personally oversaw final arrangements after arriving on a private flight. The location, surrounded by vineyards along the Duero, offers a privileged, exclusive setting that blends history, luxury and natural beauty. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/cultura-espectaculos/2025/10/18/hija-antonio-banderas-casada-valladolid-122766350.html

OTHER

Chinese micro-housing arrives in Spain to compete with prefabricated houses: {Translation, summary}
– Spain’s ongoing housing crisis, marked by high rental prices and increasing barriers to home ownership, is leading many people to seek alternative living options. One new proposal is the arrival of capsule houses from China, imported exclusively by Caslua Import, a company founded by Beatriz Castro and Antonio Luaña. Beyond their design and resilience, the homes feature advanced technology: voice command operation, an interactive avatar and automated control of lights, curtains and the roof.
– The first capsule house has already been installed in San Vicente do Mar in Pontevedra as a demonstration model. These compact modular homes range from 13 to 40 square metres and can be expanded by adding extra modules. They are constructed from durable materials such as structural aluminium and galvanised steel, and include thermal and acoustic insulation to withstand corrosion and damp. Installation takes about three months from manufacture to delivery. Prices vary between 25,000 and 80,000 euros depending on size and features, and some versions include extras such as a terrace, jacuzzi or retractable roof. Maintenance is minimal and comes with a 25 year guarantee. {These are already on Amazon starting at around €13,000 [ https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0FWQKSXZ5/ ]
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/llega-espana-microvivienda-china-jubilar-casas-prefabricadas_6530327_0.html & Video Link

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Eggflation, what’s behind the exorbitant price increase of eggs?: {Translation, summary}
– Egg prices in Spain have surged sharply, overtaking olive oil as the inflation-hit product with the highest increase. According to the Instituto Nacional de Estadística, egg prices rose 17.9% year-on-year in September, with prices in some markets now above €3 per dozen and organic/free-range eggs exceeding €4.
– This spike is mainly due to bird flu outbreaks affecting over 727,000 birds and leading to culling and stricter farm biosecurity. Additionally, Spain’s ongoing transition to cage-free egg production, required by EU animal welfare laws to be fully implemented by 2027, adds cost and supply strain. Poultry producers are investing heavily to meet these standards, while campaigns against male chick culling pressure further legal reforms.
– Together, these factors—disease outbreaks and new animal control legislation—are driving shortages and steep price rises in Spanish supermarkets, challenging both producers and consumers while aiming to improve animal welfare and food safety. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/economia/2025/10/16/huevos-nuevo-oro-blanco-debe-subida-precio-122688742.html

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The Valencians affected by the flood almost a year ago have received less than 17% of the aid announced by the Sánchez government: {Translation}
– The spokesperson for the parliamentary group VOX in the Valencian Courts, José María Llanos, has denounced the “absolute abandonment” by Pedro Sánchez’s government towards those affected by the flood that occurred nearly a year ago, and has demanded urgent explanations about the real state of the reconstruction and the arrival of aid.
– “What is the current stage of reconstruction, and what short-term progress is expected?” he asked. Llanos recalled that, thanks to VOX, regional aid has reached 95% of the victims in the Valencian Community, in contrast with only 17% of promised contributions have arrived from the national Socialist government.
– He accused the government of blocking funding: “Pedro Sánchez has denied the Autonomous Liquidity Fund (FLA) for the first time in twelve years,” which he considers a political punishment against Valencians. “They have denied us 2.5 billion euros with the sole purpose of trying to topple the regional government at the expense of the victims’ pain. That is criminal, and it must be said loudly and clearly.”
– He also recalled the devastating consequences of the flood: 229 dead, 306,000 affected, 11,242 damaged homes, 141,000 affected vehicles, 800 kilometres of damaged roads. Nevertheless, the central government has only paid slightly over 15% of the committed aid.
– Additionally, he stated that the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation has not started a single prevention or reconstruction work, while regional services have already recovered much of the infrastructure: 57 health centres restored (with zero State aid), more than 100 schools reinstated (with zero State aid), 18 regional roads rebuilt (with zero State aid), plus sewage treatment plants, drainage systems, and industrial accesses repaired (again with zero State aid).
– “If it is necessary to go to Moncloa, we will. If it is necessary to tie ourselves to railings, we will. But we will not allow Valencians to be abandoned. Remember that VOX was the first party to demand exemption from the IAE, IBI, and VAT for those affected, and the central government rejected those measures. That is why we say loudly and clearly that Sánchez will not drag Valencians down with him. VOX will be wherever necessary to prevent that. Valencians can rest assured,” he concluded. Source, Spanish: https://gaceta.es/espana/los-valencianos-afectados-por-la-riada-de-hace-casi-un-ano-han-recibido-solo-el-17-de-la-ayuda-anunciada-por-el-gobierno-de-sanchez-20251016-1530/

ANDALUCÍA

Andalucia Is Bleeding Doctors– 53 Doctors Retire Every Month, Just One of the Challenges the New Minister of Health Faces: {Translation, summary}
– Antonio Sanz, the Andalusian Minister of Health, faces urgent challenges before the 2026 regional elections. The public health system loses 53 doctors monthly due to retirements, as well as to poor working conditions, including low pay and excessively long shifts, prompting many to seek better opportunities abroad. The emergency plans propose €101 million to target breast, colon, and cervical cancer screening, focusing on recruitment, pay rises, overtime bonuses, better patient communication, and digitisation.
– Recruiting the 700+ needed professionals is proving difficult, particularly radiologists. Restructuring and management changes are planned but will take time. The region has lost over a thousand doctors in two years due to these systemic issues.
– Average waiting times for surgery and specialist consultations exceed 100 days, placing Andalusia among the worst in Spain. Solutions to diagnostic test delays remain unclear, further raising concerns after the breast cancer screening crisis. Efforts to cut waiting lists by increasing outsourcing to private clinics are growing, but have been limited due to legal and administrative problems.
– Minister Sanz, a lifetime lawyer and politician, without any medical training, pledges reforms and incentives to improve working conditions and make healthcare more attractive to professionals. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2025/10/16/tres-retos-sanz-sanidad-108-122692254.html

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VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

A network dedicated to growing and exporting marijuana hidden in trucks to Europe is dismantled in Vélez-Málaga: {Translation, summary}
– The National Police have broken up a criminal network in Vélez-Málaga focused on growing marijuana for export via lorries to Germany, Switzerland, and Poland. Led by two Lithuanian citizens, the group worked with local collaborators renting secluded farms in Málaga’s Axarquía and Granada province to cultivate cannabis sativa. After harvest, drugs were packaged and hidden among legal goods before transport. Seven people were arrested after six searches recovered 70 kilograms of marijuana, €8,400, scales, pressing equipment, and documents.
– Operation ‘Varsovia’ began months earlier when suspicious rental activity was noticed. The leaders consistently paid above-market rent and recruited locals skilled in cultivation and selecting suitable farms to ensure rapid, large yields. The group had distinct roles for production, guarding plantations, and transport, and took strong security steps to avoid detection. The marijuana was stored in Vélez-Málaga warehouses and disguised prior to shipment. One main suspect was ordered held in prison by judicial order. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/andalucia/malaga-00356/noticia-siete-detenidos-caer-velez-red-dedicada-cultivo-exportacion-marihuana-destino-paises-europeos-20251016095532.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Battle Over The Burkini: {Translation, summary}
– Last week, Vox in Rincón de la Victoria proposed banning the burkini in public pools, igniting heated debate over feminism, culture, and individual rights. Councillor Carlos Chinchilla called the left’s response “hysterical,” accusing them of hypocrisy for defending practices that oppress women while claiming feminist values. He argued the burkini symbolises female submission and contradicts Western equality principles, emphasising the ban is about protecting women, not religious freedom.
– Vox also cites safety and hygiene concerns, claiming the burkini hinders lifeguards and compromises water cleanliness. The issue mirrors a similar ban in Ripoll that caused political conflict. The debate divides the community and spills online, with some defending personal freedom of dress, others viewing the burkini as incompatible with gender equality in public spaces.
– The opposition to Vox’s proposed burkini ban in Rincón de la Victoria centres on arguments about religious freedom, individual rights, and gender equality from a different perspective. Local left-wing groups see the burkini as a matter of personal autonomy and cultural expression, arguing that banning it would violate the right to religious freedom and women’s right to choose their attire. They assert that feminism should support women’s agency, including the choice to wear what they wish, even if that includes a burkini. Critics accuse Vox of using the issue to stigmatise Muslim women and inflame cultural tensions rather than genuinely promoting gender equality.
– The controversy highlights wider cultural tensions in Spain and continues to attract national attention.
Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/malaga/20251016/propuesta-prohibir-burkini-piscinas-malaga-desata-reaccion-histerica-izquierda_345216.html

EUROPE

France steps back from the brink as parliament spares the prime minister. For now…:
– On Thursday, lawmakers in the 577-seat National Assembly rejected a no-confidence motion filed by the hard-left France Unbowed party. The 271 votes were 18 short of the 289 needed to bring down the government. A second motion from the far-right National Rally also failed.
– Had Lecornu lost, Macron would have faced only unpalatable options: call new legislative elections, try to find yet another prime minister– France’s fifth in barely a year– or perhaps even resign himself, which he has ruled out. The immediate danger may have receded but the core problem is still very much center stage. The eurozone’s second-largest economy is still run by a minority government in a splintered parliament where no single bloc or party has a majority. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/france-politics-what-to-know-macron-crisis-81189541062db3000ebc6ef772d38c75

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EU chief tells Serbia to act on reforms and implement Russia sanctions if they want to join the club:
– The European Union’s top official on Wednesday told Serbia’s populist leader to “get concrete” about its proclaimed goal of joining the 27-nation bloc, including implementing sanctions against traditional ally Russia. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also pressed President Aleksandar Vucic over democratic reforms as he faces accusations of a crackdown on protests against his increasingly authoritarian rule in the Balkan country.
– Serbia remains the only country in Europe that has not imposed sanctions on Moscow over its war in Ukraine. Though he formally says becoming an EU member is Serbia’s strategic goal, Vucic has strengthened relations with Russia and China and stalled on democratic reforms, a precondition for joining the bloc.
– “We stand for freedom instead of oppression, including the right to peaceful assembly,” von der Leyen said. “We stand for partnership instead of submission. We stand for diplomacy instead of aggression.” “Now is the moment for Serbia to get concrete about joining our union,” she added, listing reforms in the rule of law, electoral framework and media freedom as key first steps. “We need to see greater alignment on our foreign policy, including sanctions against Russia,” von der Leyen said. “We want to count on Serbia as a reliable partner.”
– Belgrade has historically close ties to Moscow and depends almost entirely on Russia for energy. The main Serbian oil monopoly NIS is under U.S. sanctions because of its majority Russian ownership. full article: https://apnews.com/article/serbia-eu-russia-protests-sanctions-bad911ef4c0718fae902f1933b89b2db

UKRAINE WAR

Russian barrage causes blackouts in Ukraine :
– Russia battered Ukraine’s energy facilities with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in its latest heavy bombardment of the country’s power grid, authorities said Thursday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepared to ask President Donald Trump at a White House meeting for more American-made air defences and long-range missiles.
– Meanwhile, eight Ukrainian regions experienced blackouts after the barrage, Ukraine’s national energy operator, Ukrenergo, said. DTEK, the country’s largest private energy company, reported outages in the capital, Kyiv, and said it had to stop its natural gas extraction in the central Poltava region due to the strikes. Natural gas infrastructure was damaged for the sixth time this month, Naftogaz, Ukraine’s state-owned oil and gas company, said.
– Zelenskyy said Russia fired more than 300 drones and 37 missiles at Ukraine overnight. He accused Russia of using cluster munitions and conducting repeated strikes on the same target to hit emergency crews and engineers working to repair the grid. “This fall, the Russians are using every single day to strike our energy infrastructure,” Zelenskyy said on Telegram.
– The Ukrainian power grid been one of Russia’s main targets since its invasion of its neighbour more than three years ago. Attacks increase as the bitterly cold months approach in a Russian strategy that Ukrainian officials call “weaponizing winter.” Russia says it aims only at targets of military value.
– Ukraine has hit back by targeting oil refineries and related infrastructure that are crucial for Russia’s economy and war effort. Ukraine’s general staff said Thursday its forces struck Saratov oil refinery, in the Russian region of the same name, for the second time in two months. The facility is located some 500 kilometres (300 miles) from the Ukrainian border. Moscow made no immediate comment on the claim. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-trump-zelenskyy-visit-attacks-78c1b21fde3494786b0dfe0268c4a21e

MIDDLE EAST

Trump threatens Hamas as terror group ‘continues to kill people in Gaza’:
– President Donald Trump sent a strong message to Hamas on Thursday, threatening to “go in and kill” Hamas militants if the group continues attacks in Gaza. “If Hamas continues to kill people in Gaza, which was not the Deal, we will have no choice but to go in and kill them,” Trump wrote in a fiery Truth Social post. “Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
– The move comes after Hamas was seen on video publicly executing opponents in Gaza City’s main square, despite Trump’s peace plan.
– Hamas has also failed to uphold its commitment to return all deceased hostages to Israel, with families describing the days left waiting as “torturous.” All remaining living hostages were returned to the Jewish state over the weekend. Full article: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-warns-hamas-war-resume-terror-group-continues-kill-people-gaza

HEALTH

Spain’s Minister of Health criticises the fact that the Junta de Andalucía still has not sent the requested data on breast cancer screenings: “It is dramatic”: {Translation, summary}
– The Health Minister, Mónica García {pic} criticised the Andalusian regional government for failing to provide requested data on cancer screening programmes and a plan to tackle the region’s health crisis. She highlighted structural issues in the Andalusian health system, focusing on shortcomings in early cancer detection, particularly breast, colon and cervical cancer screening. García condemned the appointment of Antonio Sanz as Health Secretary, citing his lack of healthcare experience. She described the state of breast cancer screening as “the tip of the iceberg” caused by underfunding, privatisation, and political mismanagement. Some other regions also fail to meet coverage targets, especially for colon cancer. García called the situation “dramatic” as prevention is fundamental to healthcare. She criticised the lack of transparency regarding the emergency plan from the Junta de Andalucía. Meanwhile, other ministers expressed doubts about its effectiveness, calling for increased public healthcare investment. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/ministra-sanidad-censura-junta-andalucia-no-enviado-datos-cribado-cancer-mama_0_2005022346.html

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Doctors call for four days of strike in December over draft Framework Statute: {Translation, summary}
– The medical unions CESM (Confederación Estatal de Sindicatos Médicos) and SMA (Andalucian Medical Union) have called a fresh demonstration in Madrid on 15 November, followed by four consecutive national strike days from 9 to 12 December. These actions protest against the draft reform of the Estatuto Marco, which governs working conditions for healthcare staff. The unions criticise the draft for failing to establish a dedicated statute for medical professionals, neglecting proper professional classification and working hours regulation.
– Mónica García, the Minister of Health, has countered that the draft brings “palpable improvements”, such as reduced working hours, recognition of healthcare workers as public authorities against assaults, digital disconnection rights, and exemption from night shifts after 55. Yet, she insists some union demands exceed the Ministry’s authority. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-medicos-convocan-cuatro-dias-huelga-diciembre-por-borrador-estatuto-marco_6525263_0.html

TECH

Microsoft reveals new functions to ‘make every Windows 11 PC an AI PC’ with new voice input, Copilot Vision and supercharged AI powers:
– This somewhat geeky article explains all the new AI functions that Win 11 is gaining with this month’s updates.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/microsoft-reveals-plan-to-make-every-windows-11-pc-an-ai-pc-with-new-voice-input-copilot-vision-and-supercharged-ai-powers

DIGAMEXTRA EDITORIAL

The Next Presidential Elections– What Do You Do When All The Candidates Suck?: {DigameXtra Exclusive}
– Spain’s Presidential election landscape is marked by a glaring void of genuinely inspiring or capable candidates. The major contenders are broadly perceived as lacking the leadership qualities necessary to navigate the country’s pressing crises. Pedro Sánchez’s government, embroiled in ongoing controversy, fails to rally the growing numbers of supporters he would require for re-election– he lost the popular vote last time, becoming President only because he managed to assemble a coalition, something the winner of the popular vote failed to accomplish. Opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo appears more focused on attacking the opposition than discussing policy. His daily dose of public name calling apparently qualifies as front page news in Spain, yet he fails to offer a compelling vision for the future.
– Other potential candidates, such as Yolanda Díaz of Sumar (communist), Santiago Abascal of Vox (right wing), and former Catalan officials like Jordi Cañas (socialist) and Toni Comín (Junts, right wing), have modest personal followings but are more niche figures than unifying national leaders. Díaz’s push for youth policies and social reforms does not compensate for her limited experience in executive leadership at the national level. Being an avowed communist is also detrimental to electability. Meanwhile, Vox’s Jorge Buxadé and other fringe figures, though vocal, are not considered credible alternatives capable of stabilising Spain’s political future.
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OBITUARIES

Ace Frehley, founding member of rock band KISS, dead at 74:
– Ace Frehley, the wild Spaceman of Kiss who played guitar in the band throughout their Seventies heyday and again during the reunion period in the Nineties, inspiring an entire generation of musicians to pick up the instrument along the way, died on Thursday in Morristown, New Jersey. He was 74.
– Frehley’s official cause of death has yet to be released. He had reportedly been hospitalized on life support as of Thursday afternoon, after falling in his studio and suffering a brain bleed just a few weeks before his death.
– Frehley (real name: Paul Daniel Frehley) grew up in the Bronx, New York, where he was introduced to music at an early age by his family. He taught himself guitar after being influenced by bands and artists like B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones. Full articles: https://pagesix.com/2025/10/16/celebrity-news/… & https://pagesix.com/2025/10/16/celebrity-news/ace-frehley-founding-member-of-rock-band-kiss-dead-at-74/

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SPAIN

The self-employed, on the Government’s plan to raise the quota for the group– “It seems that we are State tax collectors”: {Translation, summary}
– The proposed increase in self-employed contributions affects all, adding pressure to an already financially strained group. Many freelancers and small business owners struggle with rising costs, delayed payments, and clients unwilling to pay fair rates. The hike threatens self-employment viability by increasing fixed costs, forcing some to seek salaried work or abandon their businesses. This undermines entrepreneurial motivation and burdens workers who already face economic uncertainty.
– Networks of female entrepreneurs highlight widespread exhaustion and financial precarity, with many relying on savings or partners to survive. Accountants report that some self-employed individuals plan to close operations or retire early due to untenable expenses. The increase intensifies feelings of exploitation and dis-incentivisation among self-employed people, jeopardising their vital role in the economy. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-autonomos-sobre-plan-gobierno-subir-cuota-colectivo-parece-que-somos-recaudadores-impuestos-estado_6515299_0.html

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ERC criticizes that the Government has not yet called to negotiate the Budgets and is beginning to think that it will not be presented: {Translation, summary}
– Esquerra Republicana, a parliamentary partner of the government, criticises the Spanish Government for failing to call them to negotiate the 2026 budget, even weeks after the constitutional deadline, leading them to suspect it may not be presented.
– Despite assurances by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez that he would “work hard” to present the budget before year-end and ongoing contact with parliamentary groups, Esquerra insists they have received no official communication and only learned deficit figures through the press. Esquerra predicts no 2026 budget will be passed, fearing Sánchez does not want to provide the opposition an excuse for early elections should the budget be rejected. Sánchez has also mentioned that continuing with the 2023 budget would suffice to maintain government priorities if necessary. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-erc-critica-gobierno-aun-no-haya-llamado-negociar-presupuestos-empieza-pensar-no-presentaran-20251015141149.html

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Ábalos avoids jail for the moment despite refusing to testify before the Supreme Court: {Translation, summary}
– Judge Leopoldo Puente, overseeing the Koldo case at the Supreme Court, has rejected ordering the provisional imprisonment of ex-minister José Luis Ábalos after he refused to testify, exercising his right to remain silent. However, Puente warned the risk of flight is rising as the trial nears, not ruling out future imprisonment. The public accusations led by the PP sought his incarceration with bail set at 650,000 euros, but the Anti-corruption Prosecutor opposed this.
– The judge’s order highlighted robust new evidence, including significant cash movements and financial links between Ábalos and his ex-advisor Koldo García, who covered expenses that should have been Ábalos’ responsibility. Despite this, no risk of new criminal acts was found, and only a moderate flight risk. Ábalos also attempted to dismiss his lawyer before the hearing, but the judge demanded his presence with legal counsel. Prosecutors cited sufficient safeguards like passport withdrawal and fortnightly court appearances, while the PP lawyer advocated imprisonment, citing risks and fresh evidence. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/juez-rechaza-enviar-abalos-prision_6523774_0.html

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Sánchez’s defaults on renewables leave Spain worse off than Libya or Kyrgyzstan: {Translation, summary}
– Spain ranks among the world’s worst countries for failing to comply with international arbitration awards, sharing the top of this list with Venezuela. According to the 2025 Arbitration Awards Compliance Index, Spain has 22 unpaid awards worth nearly $1.6 billion, mainly linked to retroactive cuts in renewable energy subsidies from 2010 to 2013, with further cases pending. Unpaid debts, including interest and legal fees, add an extra $450 million.
– Thus, Spain has faced increasing investor distrust, reflected in a 60% drop in foreign direct investment in early 2025. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2025-10-15/los-impagos-de-sanchez-a-las-renovables-deja-a-espana-peor-que-libia-o-kirguistan-7308013/

ANDALUCÍA

Sounds Like More Empty Promises– The new Minister of Health, Antonio Sanz, debuts with an announcement of a new attempt at doctor & nurse recruitment (after the previous recruitment drive was a massive failure), seeking 785 new professionals before the end of the year, plus €106 million investment for all screening plans: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government has announced a restructuring of all cancer screening programmes in Andalucía, requiring an investment of 106 million euros. The initiative, presented by Health Councillor Antonio Sanz {pic} in his first public appearance, follows recent failures in the breast cancer screening system. The plan includes the recruitment of 785 new professionals before the end of the year, with 15 million euros allocated to staffing and 30 million to infrastructure. A major focus will be the colon and cervical cancer screening programmes, which alone will receive 89 million euros and 586 additional staff, including 178 specialist doctors and 134 nurses. The reform seeks to improve clarity, speed and efficiency in early cancer detection. Measures include expanded medical teams, stable contracts, incentives, improved remuneration and digital transformation to strengthen coordination and monitoring. Sanz did not rule out future dismissals linked to past failures but stated that his priority is implementing this plan without delay.
– {The problem with this is that while they “plan” to hire hundreds of new doctors & nurses, the last few employment recruitment drives have been absolute failures, with only 3% to 5% of positions filled in the previous one. Until the health infrastructure and wage scales are vastly improved most candidates will go elsewhere. Only those candidates with the weakest resumes, and those from impoverished countries desperate for any income, will accept these positions. This is a race to the bottom of the barrel of medical talent, and the overall level of health services will suffer as a result. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/sanz-programa-cribado-estreno-consejero-sanidad-20251015160332-nt_amp.html

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The opposition rejects Sanz’s appointment to lead Health, and points to Moreno as the cause of the chaos: {Translation, summary}
– Antonio Sanz’s appointment as head of Andalusia’s Consejería de Sanidad has united opposition parties in strong criticism of Juanma Moreno’s government. Sanz is already very busy as he still holds the office of Minister of Presidency and Emergencies– now he is supposed to have time to also deal with the healthcare crisis? After succeeding Rocío Hernández during a healthcare crisis exposed by breast cancer screening failures, Sanz, a lawyer and lifelong right-wing PP Party politician with no medical background, is widely seen as a political move to protect Moreno’s image rather than solve deep problems.
– The Socialist spokesperson called Sanz {pic} the “minister of propaganda,” condemning the government’s failure to prioritise patient care. Vox labelled the appointment a “firewall” reflecting Moreno’s lack of healthcare expertise, while the PP praised Sanz as a problem-solver committed to transparency and action. Other parties warned Sanz lacks health policy knowledge and will maintain a broken system.
– The crisis, marked by daily patient tragedies, has led to allegations of deception and neglect. Opposition demands focus on real solutions instead of political spin, highlighting the urgent need for reforms to restore trust and effectiveness in Andalusian healthcare under difficult political circumstances. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/oposicion-rechaza-nombramiento-sanz-apunta_0_2005016706.html

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Barbecues in the countryside, banned in Andalusia until November 1: {Translation, summary}
– The Minister of Health, Presidency and Emergencies, Antonio Sanz, announced this Wednesday at the press conference after the Governing Council that, due to to the high temperatures, the period of high danger of forest fires in Andalusia, which was scheduled to end on October 15 until November 1, is extended.
– The minister has stressed that with the extension of the season of high danger, “for prudence, responsibility and prevention”, barbecues are still prohibited, even in areas enabled for this purpose (recreational areas); also agricultural and forest burning; as well as the circulation of motor vehicles through forest areas and areas of forest influence, which are those agricultural and urban lands located less than 400 meters from forest areas. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/barbacoas-campo-prohibidas-andalucia-noviembre-20251015152600-nt_amp.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

A corpse in an advanced state of saponification discovered, wrapped in plastic and inside a sack, in the Casasola swamp: {Translation, summary}
– A macabre discovery was made at the Casasola reservoir in Almogía when a foreign citizen found a suspicious construction sack containing a human corpse on the reservoir’s bank. Emergency services were alerted at 11:30 am on 14 October. The sack was located under a bridge on the A-7075 road linking Puerto de la Torre with Antequera.
– Police and firefighters recovered the body without removing the sack to protect evidence. The corpse was wrapped in plastic inside the sack and tied with tape. It was transported in the same condition to Málaga’s Institute of Legal Medicine for autopsy. The body showed signs of saponification, a natural preservation process in damp conditions where fat turns into adipocere, aiding long-term preservation. The Civil Guard is investigating, suspecting violent death. The body is believed to have been thrown from the bridge and later exposed by falling water levels, though all possibilities remain open. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/cadaver-saponificado-envuelto-plastico-dentro-saco-pantano-20251014221156-nt_amp.html

ALCAUCÍN

A man is buried while carrying out a work in a house in Alcaucín: {Translation, summary}
– A tragic accident in Alcaucín cost a 25-year-old worker his life when he was buried in a trench while working on a house near the Punto Limpio. The Provincial Fire Consortium confirmed his death at the scene, with the Judicial Police leading the investigation. The man was digging a three-metre-deep trench when a wall collapsed on him. Firefighters faced serious challenges due to the risk of further collapse and used an excavator to safely widen the trench for recovery, concluding the rescue late afternoon. Although initially reported as taken critically ill to hospital, the victim’s death was confirmed at the site. Authorities, including the Civil Guard and Judicial Police, continue investigating the exact cause of the collapse. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/sepultado-realizaba-una-obra-en-una-vivienda-de-alcaucin/

UK

MRP Poll October 2025:
– On behalf of PLMR, Electoral Calculus has conducted a new MRP poll. Polling using MRP, which stands for Multi-level Regression and Post-stratification, is a relatively recent innovation in polling science which have been used to successfully predict the last three British general elections, and gives the estimated result in each Westminster constituency.
– Fieldwork was conducted from 10-18 September 2025, with a sample size of over 7,400 people.
– The poll places Reform UK on 36pc, ahead of Labour on 21pc and with the Conservatives trailing on just 15pc. On these figures, Reform is predicted to secure 367 seats with an outright majority of 84, leaving Labour on 117 seats and the Liberal Democrats on 58. The table below gives the prediction in numerical form.
– Based on the numbers, if a general election were held now, Nigel Farage could walk into Number 10 with an overall majority, removing any need for a coalition. The new ‘Your Party’, likely led by Jeremy Corbyn, would win 4pc of the votes and 13 seats, but is also poised to spoil Labour’s chances – if Your Party supporters were all to vote Labour, then Labour would win 44 more seats.
– MPs at risk. The following Labour cabinet ministers are at risk of losing their seats (to Reform unless indicated) under our calculations:
Rachel Reeves, Yvette Cooper, Shabana Mahmood (to Your Party), Ed Miliband, Pat McFadden, Wes Streeting (to Your Party), John Healey, Bridget Phillipson, Liz Kendall, Lisa Nandy, Hilary Benn, Douglas Alexander, Jonathan Reynolds
– And the following prominent Conservatives are also at risk (to Reform unless indicated):
James Cleverly, Iain Duncan Smith, Mel Stride, Kemi Badenoch, Suella Braverman, Jeremy Hunt (to LIB), David Davis, Robert Jenrick, Rishi Sunak, Priti Patel. Full article and image source: https://www.electoralcalculus.co.uk/blogs/ec_vipoll_20251015.html

MIDDLE EAST

US Central Command orders Hamas to end violence in Gaza after public executions:
– The US military’s top commander in the Middle East ordered Hamas on Wednesday to end its violent crackdown on civilians following graphic videos of public executions in the middle of Gaza City. CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper called on the killings to stop as the terror group deployed thousands of armed men to reassert its control over the Gaza Strip during the cease-fire with Israel. “We strongly urge Hamas to immediately suspend violence and shooting at innocent Palestinian civilians in Gaza – in both Hamas-held parts of Gaza and those secured by the IDF behind the Yellow Line,” Cooper said in a statement.
– Cooper also reiterated President Trump’s order that Hamas immediately disarm and cede its power over the Gaza Strip, demands that the terrorist group have repeatedly rejected.
“This is an historic opportunity for peace. Hamas should seize it by fully standing down, strictly adhering to President Trump’s 20-point peace plan, and disarming without delay,” Cooper said.
– The statement from CENTCOM comes after Trump suggested that he was unbothered by Hamas’ violent crackdown, which saw the release of a viral video showing eight badly beaten, blindfolded men kneeling in the street before each is shot dead by Hamas gunmen in front of a cheering crowd. Along with the executions, Hamas has been engaged in violent clashes across Gaza with powerful clans who control various territories in the Strip and oppose the terrorist group’s rule.
– “That didn’t bother me much, to be honest with you,” Trump said of Hamas’ crackdown. “That’s okay.” “It’s a couple of very bad gangs. It’s no different than other countries like Venezuela [that have] sent their gangs into [the US],” Trump added.
– When it came to Hamas’ refusal to disarm — a key demand in Trump’s peace plan — the president warned that force will be used if necessary. “They’re going to disarm, because they said they were going to disarm,” Trump told reporters. “And if they don’t disarm, we will disarm them. “They know I’m not playing games,” Trump added. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/10/15/world-news/centcom-orders-hamas-to-end-violence-in-gaza-after-public-executions/

HEALTH

All Talk, No Action, for YEARS!– “We can’t take it any more”, the staff of Málaga’s Hospital Virgen de la Victoria protests the lack of resources and asks for dismissals in the management: {Translation, summary}
– Healthcare workers at Málaga’s Hospital Virgen de la Victoria (Clínico) have announced a protest on 25 October, denouncing a “critical and unsustainable” situation. Staff unions united in the Junta de Personal accuse hospital management and health authorities of chronic understaffing across all departments, both medical and support. They describe overwhelming workloads and extreme exhaustion, with workers forced to double shifts and forgo rest for months or years while their complaints fell on deaf ears. They blame ineffective management and demand immediate resignations of hospital directors responsible for failing to ensure safe, dignified working conditions. The unions call for a strong public commitment from the Consejería de Salud and the Servicio Andaluz de Salud (SAS) to provide adequate staffing. Warning that the situation has severely damaged trust and care quality, they hold health authorities accountable for further deterioration unless timely measures are taken. The protest aims to publicly highlight the neglect and demand urgent reform.
Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-sanidad/trabajadores-piden-dimision-responsables-direcciones-hospital-clinico-malaga/202510151725483152721.html

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Social media is rotting kids’ brains– and especially hurting their memory and vocabulary: {Summary}
– New research from UC San Francisco involving over 6,000 children aged 9 to 11 shows that increased social media use correlates with lower scores in reading, vocabulary, and memory tests. Children spending one hour daily on social media scored slightly lower than non-users, while those spending three or more hours scored up to five points lower. This effect is specific to social media, as general screen time like TV watching does not demand as much cognitive engagement. Experts also suggest social media use disrupts focus during school and reduces sleep quality, impairing academic performance.
– The US Surgeon General has also warned that heavy social media use threatens mental health, increasing risks of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. In response, some schools—including New York’s K-12 public and charter schools—have implemented smartphone bans during school hours with positive feedback. Pediatric neurologist Dr Sanjeev Kothare recommends parents limit children’s social media at home too, using positive incentives to encourage reduced use and greater academic focus. This combined approach could protect children’s brain development and well-being. Full article: https://nypost.com/2025/10/15/health/social-media-is-hurting-kids-memory-vocabulary-study/

SPORTS

Football News- England reaches 2026 World Cup by routing Latvia:
– England became the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary.
– England won 5-0 at Latvia, with captain Harry Kane scoring twice in the first half, to assure first place in its group with two matches to spare. The English, who will be appearing at an eighth straight World Cup, haven’t conceded a goal in six matches in qualifying so far under German coach Thomas Tuchel.
– Portugal looked set to join England in next year’s tournament in North America after two goals from the 40-year-old Ronaldo established a 2-1 lead over Hungary in Lisbon. A win would have guaranteed Portugal a first-place finish but Dominik Szoboszlai made it 2-2 in the first minute of added-on time to leave second-place Hungary five points back with two games left.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/england-world-cup-qualifying-portugal-45e5e4b3c51dadd76371df2608563ec0

BONEHEAD AWARD

Kim Kardashian launches the first thong with pubic hair and sparks controversy on social networks: {Translation, summary}
– Recently, Kim Kardashian’s launch of a Skims thong featuring sewn-on fake pubic hair sparked a wave of public reaction. Priced at 42 euros, the thongs sold out within minutes, reflecting their high demand.
– Online comments ranged widely, from amused to critical. Some asked if the garment could be machine washed or required special care, while others jokingly compared it to a “merkin” or referenced characters like Chewbacca. Several praised the item as iconic, though others expressed frustration, questioning the need to spend money on such a product. Many remarks noted that real pubic hair grows naturally and freely, making the purchase of a fake version seem unnecessary to some. The provocative design attracted attention and divided opinion, with some celebrating its eccentricity and others unable to support it. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/mujer/moda/kim-kardashian-saca-primer-tanga-con-vello-pubico_6523754_0.html

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