DigameXtra No. 3174 Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

On January 27, 2026January 26, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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AEMET Weather Warnings For Tuesday, 27 Jan
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SPAIN

A photograph posted by Óscar Puente confirms that he lied; the new Adamuz track broke at the junction with an old one from 1989: {Translation, summary}
– Óscar Puente, Spain’s Transport Minister, has unleashed a barrage of deceptions over the train derailment, eroding any pretence of transparency. He lied that track sections were not considered as a cause from the start, despite experts targeting them immediately. He vaunted complete renewal of the accident stretch with over 700 million euros poured in. But the Ministry’s own photographs prove that the exact place of the accident is just at the junction of the old rails from the late 1980s with the renovated one and that the derailment did not occur in a completely renovated section. Maintenance neglect? “Never in doubt,” he said, brushing off material stress signals inspectors have identified as pre-existing the derailment. Alerts? He flipped the script, saying Adif and Renfe called 112 first; records prove 112 contacted them first. Daily exploratory machine checks on conventional lines? Debunked by drivers. With credibility in tatters, Puente now blasts the Press for “hoaxes”, aping Sánchez’s favourite strategy. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/economia/foto-puente-confirma-que-via-nueva-partio-union-antigua-casi-40-anos_2026012569767de4c48f6b4ee36d11f2.html

ANDALUCÍA

Andalucia will control the ‘over-occupancy’ of homes with inspections and fines of 20,000 euros: {Translation, summary}
– The new Andalucian Housing Law, effective from 24 January, defines an overcrowded dwelling as one occupied by more people than its floor area, number, and size of rooms permit, violating minimum habitability standards and posing a real health and safety danger. It grants town councils new powers to intervene. Upon detecting or receiving a report of overcrowding, councils can immediately launch an investigation and, with judicial authorisation, require entry into a property.
– The law establishes that responsibility lies with the property owner or landlord who has facilitated or consented to the overcrowding through wilful or negligent action or omission; an owner unaware of the situation is not liable. Permitting such illegal overcrowding is classified as a serious infringement, carrying fines of between 6,000 and 20,000 euros. The inspection process and the administration of these penalties are now the formal responsibility of the town councils under this legislation. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/andalucia/2026/01/25/ayuntamientos-andaluces-controlaran-exceso-residentes-sobreocupacion-ley-vivienda-126074050.html

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The Junta rejects the Mercosur trade agreement without measures in favour of the Andalucian countryside: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government firmly rejected the EU-Mercosur trade agreement unless robust safeguard measures protect the interests of the regional countryside and farmers, preventing long-term harm to the sector. Minister Ramón Fernández-Pacheco highlighted this after the European Parliament’s narrow vote last Wednesday—by just ten votes—to refer the pact to the Court of Justice of the European Union over compatibility doubts with EU law, effectively suspending ratification, however, provisional application remains possible via the Commission.*
– He argued the deal cannot proceed without guarantees against imports of products using banned pesticides, ensuring equal environmental standards and competition for Andalusian farmers and livestock producers. This position is echoed by key agrarian organisations—Asaja, COAG, Cooperativas Agroalimentarias, and UPA—which have scheduled protests on 29 January in cities like Málaga and Córdoba. They condemn the agreement for treating agriculture as a bargaining chip, exacerbating challenges from CAP budget cuts, soaring production costs in energy and fertilisers, and mounting bureaucracy that threatens the sector’s structure and future.
{* The Commission retains authority under Article 207 TFEU and the Common Commercial Policy to implement provisional application for the trade plan before full ratification, if it deems basic conditions are met. This stems from the treaty text and past practice (e.g., EU-Canada CETA). Parliament’s CJEU referral delays but doesn’t revoke this power; the Commission decides unilaterally, subject to Council notification. Critics argue it’s politically risky amid farmer protests, but legally possible to implement without overriding the Parliament vote against, using its parallel authority via a limited Commission/Council approval. Ref: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/BRIE/2016/593489/EPRS_BRI(2016)593489_EN.pdf}
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/junta-rechaza-acuerdo-mercosur-medidas-favor-campo-20260124234205-nt_amp.html

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The judge passes the buck to the higher courts, archives the case for the emergency Health contracts of the SAS denounced by the PSOE: {Translation, summary}
– The Sevilla instructional section has provisionally shelved the SAS emergency contracts case, absolving current manager Valle García Sánchez and predecessors Miguel Ángel Guzmán and Diego Vargas. Admitted in Oct 2024 via PSOE/Podemos querellas, it alleged procedural abuse in 2020-2021 pandemic contracts and 2024 extensions.
– The court ruled actions compliant with emergency decrees and Public Sector Contracts Law, rejecting prevarication, arbitrariness, or public harm. Procurement involved prior SAS providers with no challenges, and extensions ensured service continuity amid delays. Intervention objections lacked criminal weight. {Notably, per El País and ABC reports, the investigator avoided the issue of possible bribes used to secure contracts, focusing only on legality (El País, 24 Jan 2026; ABC, 25 Jan 2026) -Ed.}.
– Thus the judge has washed his hands of the politically delicate matter, and it will certainly be appealed to a higher authority.
[UPDATE: The PSOE of Andalusia has confirmed that it will appeal the judicial decision that closes the investigation into the emergency contracts of the Andalusian Health Service (SAS) during the Covid pandemic. Ref: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/psoe-recurre-archivo-contratos-emergencia_0_2005734006.html]
Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/andalucia/juez-archiva-causa-contratos-emergencia-sas-denunciados-20260125200350-nt_amp.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Málaga begins a rainy week with a yellow alert in Ronda and Axarquía this Tuesday: {Translation, summary }
– The province of Málaga is heading into a week which, according to forecasts from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), is expected to be a washout. As such, a yellow warning for rain has already been activated for Tuesday in Ronda and the Axarquía, and for wind in the Serranía, the Costa del Sol and the Guadalhorce. Therefore, the coming days will be marked by unsettled weather.
– In the case of the Axarquía, where there is also a rainfall warning on Tuesday, Aemet forecasts an accumulation of up to 20 litres per square metre in one hour and 50 in 12 hours. The risk remains between 6:00 and 17:59 hours, the same as in the Ronda region.
– Meanwhile, on the Costa del Sol and in the Guadalhorce Valley, Tuesday’s meteorological warning is for wind, from 9:00 hours until 20:00, with gusts of up to 70 kilometres per hour. Westerly winds with gusts of up to 70 km/h are expected. Wednesday and Thursday all indications are that the rains will continue, being locally heavy and persistent. And for Friday, the forecasts indicate overcast skies, but without significant rainfall. In principle, for the weekend, no showers are expected, but rather skies with cloudy intervals. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/malaga-semana-lluviosa-alerta-amarilla-ronda-axarquia-martes_0_2005728554.html

ALMUÑÉCAR

A dozen cars appear with flat tires in the neighbourhood of Los Marinos de Almuñécar: {Translation, summary}
– The upper area of the Sexitano neighbourhood has dawned this Sunday with an unpleasant surprise for the owners of parked vehicles, who have found damage caused during the early morning. Indignation and discomfort spread among the residents of the upper part of Los Marinos. According to the affected themselves, during the early hours of this Saturday to Sunday, one or more unknown persons have proceeded to puncture the tires of at least a dozen vehicles that were parked in the area.
– The facts, carried out at night and treacherously, were discovered in the early hours of this morning, causing a great stir in the neighbourhood. The situation is not only an economic damage for the owners of the cars, but also a serious logistical inconvenience on a day of rest. Civil Guard agents have moved to the scene Sunday morning to carry out the first investigations, collect testimonies and take charge of the investigation. At the moment, no information has been released about the identity of the author or authors of these acts of vandalism. Source, Spanish: https://www.almunecarcomunicacion.com/una-decena-de-coches-aparecen-con-las-ruedas-pinchadas-en-el-barrio-de-los-marinos-de-almunecar/

MADRID

Sign of the Times– Thought you’d seen the end of shanty towns in Spain? From the outskirts to the streets of Madrid, slums are reappearing with permanent settlements in the heart of the capital’s urban area: {Translation, summary}
– The current situation in Madrid is characterised by a proliferation of small, itinerant informal settlements, dispersed across city streets, parks, and underpasses, rather than concentrated in large shanty towns. These encampments, made from plastic, cardboard, and tents, house a diverse international population facing bureaucratic hurdles, often a lack of legal papers preventing formal work. – While official figures note 1,015 people sleeping rough at the end of 2025, concentrated in districts like Centro, the true scale is difficult to quantify due to the transient nature of these settlements. Residents, including individuals from Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Mali, and elsewhere, frequently reject hostel accommodation citing safety concerns, preferring the relative peace of the streets despite the cold.
– The city council has announced plans to dismantle illegal settlements, such as one near the M30 in Ventas, but as one is cleared, others appear or residents simply relocate. The municipal procedure involves social intervention offers, often refused, followed by joint operations with police and cleaning services for dismantlement. However, as residents state, when evicted, they simply find another place, highlighting a persistent cycle of displacement with no clear solution for those with nowhere else to go. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/madrid/extrarradio-las-calles-todo-madrid-chabolismo-resurge-con-asentamientos-estables-plena-zona-urbana-capital_6923673_0.html

MIGRATION IN SPAIN

The number of irregular migrants in Spain grows by almost 700% between 2017 and 2025, from 107,000 to 840,000, according to Funcas: {Translation, summary}
– According to estimates from the Funcas analysis centre, the irregular migrant population in Spain grew by nearly 685% between 2017 and 2025, reaching approximately 840,000 people. This figure represents 17.2% of the non-EU foreign population in the country. The vast majority (90.4%) are from the Americas, with Colombians, Peruvians, and Hondurans being the largest groups.
– The increase is attributed to strong growth in migration from non-EU countries since 2017. The estimate predates a May 2025 reform easing regularisation based on roots. While this reform aims to regularise 900,000 foreigners by 2027, Funcas warns that without changes to broader migration patterns, the irregular population may only stabilise, not fall. The centre criticises a lack of strategic planning in Spanish migration policy, noting a reliance on continuous ‘extraordinary’ regularisations through roots provisions since 2005, which fail to prevent large increases during periods of high migration. While easier regularisation can aid integration, Funcas argues for a comprehensive strategy linking migration to economic needs and labour shortages, which would promote regular arrivals, reduce long periods of irregularity, and improve the socio-economic integration and contributions of migrants. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/epsocial/migracion/noticia-migrantes-situacion-irregular-espana-crecen-casi-700-2017-2025-107000-840000-funcas-20260126133823.html

TECH

Endesa won’t pay hackers to protect customer’s credentials– The perpetrator of the Endesa hack steps up the pressure, announces the publication of data on 300,000 customers: {Translation, summary}
– The hacker known as Spain claims to have hacked Endesa, obtaining over 1TB of data on more than 20 million people. After announcing the breach on a dark web forum in January, he has published a sample of 300,000 client records to pressure the energy company for a response, extending his deadline to early February. Endesa had previously notified clients of unauthorised access to its platform, confirming the potential theft of sensitive data including contact details, ID documents, and bank IBANs. While no misuse is yet detected, the company warns the data could be used for identity theft, phishing, or spam. Spain states he is giving Endesa extra time to respond before selling the complete dataset. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/portaltic/ciberseguridad/noticia-autor-hackeo-endesa-presiona-anuncia-publicacion-datos-300000-clientes-20260126133401.html

SCAMS

Warning about calling phone numbers you find on the internet– Telephone fraud with 807 payment numbers is on the rise, “They can cost up to 50 euros per call”: {Translation, summary}
– The OCU has denounced companies linked to Phone Renove S.L. for placing sponsored online ads that mislead consumers. These ads show standard geographical numbers, implying calls are free, but then redirect to premium-rate 807 numbers costing up to 50 euros per call, whilst impersonating customer service lines. The OCU states that Phone Renove operates this numbering through various commercial entities. It has requested the CNMC to investigate these practices for violating the ban on using 807 numbers and to implement user protection measures. The consumer organisation also advocates for mandatory express consumer authorisation for premium-rate services, regulations to identify number owners, and stronger oversight to prevent such fraudulent use. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/crecen-los-fraudes-telefonicos-con-las-numeraciones-pago-807-pueden-tener-un-coste-hasta-50-euros-por-llamada_6925726_0.html

TRAVEL

More Damaged Train Tracks Discovered– Adif finds a break in the Barcelona-Madrid AVE track and causes delays in the service: {Translation}
– A break detected in the high-speed track as it passes through the Espluga de Francolí (Tarragona) has forced Adif to reduce the speed of trains at 80 kilometres per hour during a section of the route, which is causing delays of up to an hour in the service. As confirmed by sources from the Ministry of Transport, the incident does not endanger the circulation of convoys and the due interventions have already been carried out on Sunday night, when it was notified. {Excuse me, it is impossible to replace sections of train rails, and test these, overnight. What type of quick fix was applied, and is it safe? -Ed.} This new incident is in addition to the reduction in the speed of AVE or Iryo trains on several sections of the route between Barcelona and Madrid, which causes the journey to take up to an hour longer than planned and has caused significant delays throughout the weekend. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/crisis-ferroviaria-directo-una-ruptura-via-ave-barcelona-madrid-altura-tarragona-obliga-adif-reducir-velocidad-80-km-h_6925805_6.html

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Even More Train Troubles– Was It sabotage? Transport does not rule out “sabotage” in the two Adif control centre failures this Monday in Rodalíes and hopes to “normalise” the service in two days: {Translation}
– The shadow of sabotage once again hovers over a breakdown in Rodalíes, in this case, the two crashes of Adif’s control system early this Monday morning which has contributed to further aggravate the chaos of the Catalan commuter network. This occurring just as it began to restore its service after five days paralysed for safety reasons, due to the risk of falling slopes and rocks such as those that last Tuesday caused two derailments, in one of which the driver of a train died.
– The Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, referred to the “Hypothesis” of “sabotage” as the cause behind the two computer failures which have occurred in just two hours. In an interview on TVE, he also hoped that Rodalies can return to “normality” in the next two days. “There is talk of possible sabotage,” said Puente about the fall of the control system at seven in the morning, which has recovered and has fallen again just an hour later. “It is one of the hypotheses, but I don’t want to say anything until I receive some confirmation”, said Puente, who in May last year denounced another sabotage in a major copper theft which forced the suspension of the circulation of the Madrid-Seville High Speed line and which finally turned out to be a common copper robbery. However, the minister has insisted on the idea of sabotage in Rodalies. “It is one of the hypotheses because everything has gone normally and there have been two falls in a short time. But we’ll see what happened.” Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/transportes-no-descarta-sabotaje-las-dos-caidas-adif-este-lunes-rodalies-espera-normalizar-servicio-dos-dias_6925734_0.html

FINANCIAL

Gold blasts to record high as investors flock during global uncertainties:
– Gold has soared to an unprecedented high, breaching the €4,300 per ounce mark on Monday, as investors flock to buy the precious metal amidst escalating global uncertainties.
– Spot gold XAU rose 1.98 per cent to €4,560 per ounce by 3.23am GMT, after touching €4,570 earlier. US gold futures GCcv1 for February delivery gained 2.01 per cent to €4,555 per ounce. Full article: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/gold-price-record-graph-gram-b2907432.html

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– AI fuelled Big Brother is watching you in Nerja Centre– now using AI to control & monitor traffic (Photo: E. Cabezas/SUR)
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/eastern-costa-sol-town-uses-control-traffic-20260123160140-nt.html

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

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

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

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

Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
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DigameXtra No. 3173 Monday, January 26th, 2026

On January 26, 2026January 25, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Rincón de la Victoria announces the programming of the Candelaria fair with more than 50 activities:
– Thursday 29 January: Traditional lunch for seniors, with performances by castanet group (Rocío Borrezo), women of Benalbina, and José Ortíz. (Dedicated to seniors.)
– Thursday 29 January to Monday 2 February: Main fair activities (over 50 total), including local groups, artists, traditional games, music (Triana, Tamara Jerez, Mecamela), children’s events, religious acts (Torre de Benagalbón).
– Friday 30 January, 19:00: Procession of Our Lady of Candelaria (streets of Torre de Benagalbón).
– Monday 2 February, 19:00: Procession of Saint Joseph (streets of Torre de Benagalbón).
Full programme: https://www.rincondelavictoria.es/sites/default/files/2026-01/Programacion%20completa%20Feria%20Benagalb%C3%B3n%202026_0.pdf

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Danzad Malditos Presents- The Loons at Sala Trinchera:
Thur, 29 Jan, 9:30pm
La Trinchera Room. C/ Parauta 25, Malaga
Shinding Magazine describes them as “the prefect marriage between Garage/Psych and British Underground with influences from Love and passed through the blender of The Pretty Things played with a special style and skill”. In three and a half minutes The Loons are able to transmit more soul and Psych/Garage than many bands in their entire career.
16+ show. Info & tix (€18.50): https://entradium.com/en/events/danzad-malditos-presenta-the-loons-en-sala-trinchera-29-01 & Video Link

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Jamsters at the Carpinteria: Fri, 30 Jan, 10pm
La Carpinteria Bar, Competa
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Carnaval Velez-Malaga 2026: 5-8 Feb
– After the presentation of the advertising poster, by Rafael Jurado, the Teatro del Carmen will host the proclamation on Thursday, February 5 at 9:00 p.m., by Darío Quintana.
– On Friday 6, it will be the turn for the traditional Contest of Groups and Murgas, from 9:30 p.m.
– On Saturday we will tour the city in parades, departing at 5:00 p.m. from the Cruz del Cordero. Registration, at 4:00 p.m. at the same location. 5,400 euros in prizes will be awarded among all categories.
– The finale will be “Carnival Sunday”, with a performance by local groups and the usual popular paella, with a symbolic cost of 2 euros and whose proceeds will go to ANNE Axarquía, at the San Francisco market from 1:00 p.m.
Info: https://velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=noticias&id=8430

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Carnivals of Algarrobo and Mezquitilla 2026:
It will be on Saturday, February 7 in Algarrobo from 4:30 p.m. and in Mezquitilla on Sunday, February 8 from 11:00 a.m.

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Nerja Jazz- Alejandro Escalara Trio: Fri, 13 Feb, 8pm
Ventana Abierta Jazz Club, Hotel Plaza Cavana
C/ Granada 3, Nerja
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Malaga Guitar Experience: 13-15 Feb, Free entry
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There are many options possible– I will handcraft your individual silver or gold ring. Choose, for example: a coin from your year of birth; a custom present for a friend; choose a JFK ½ Dollar coin; or a $1 Dollar coin from 1921 is available. I have silver from Spain; 100 Pesetas coins from 1966 for something special; and many more. You can get it shiny or black or a mix. I look forward to creating something very special for you. You want big sizes for men? No problem!
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For Sale: Two lovely night tables. 25€ per or 45€ for both or best offer. The width is 50 cm and the height is 60 cm, which I suspect is typical for night tables. I’m on the Punta de la Mona in La Herradura but I can meet you at a convenient location if you’re interested. Whatsapp or email me for questions or to purchase the night table. First come, first served.
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For Sale, 2 items:
– Inversion table, helps with back issues, like new, never used, folds flat for storage, brand is Homcom. €85 ono
– 5x Various handluggage cases. I have 5 in total, all expandable apart from one, sizes on photos, all good condition, zips wheels and handles working 10e per case.
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AXARQUÍA

Six health centres in the Axarquía renew their dental equipment: {Translation, summary}
– The Junta de Andalucía, via the Servicio Andaluz de Salud, has invested 369,000 euros to upgrade dentistry equipment in six Axarquía health centres: Vélez-Málaga Sur, Vélez-Málaga Norte, Torrox, Torre del Mar, Algarrobo, and Benamargosa. Funded by the Ministry of Health’s MINAP plan, nearly 300,000 euros bought dental chairs, autoclaves, materials, furniture, and an orthopantomograph; the rest adapted consulting rooms. This enhances Primary Care bucodental services, improving diagnostic precision, treatment safety, and comfort.
– Part of Andalucía’s Integral Bucodental Health Plan, it stresses oral health’s role in general wellbeing, per WHO guidelines, aiding eating, speaking, and social life. Goals include cutting bucodental disease morbidity, bolstering child care, and promoting public health equity through better infrastructure. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/nueva-inversion-salud-bucodental-axarquia-seis-centros-20260115131137-nt_amp.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Ardales takes to the Andalusian Ombudsman the situation of the Emergency Department in the municipality’s health centre: {Translation, summary}
– Ardales Mayor Juan Alberto Moral has escalated a complaint to the Andalusian Ombudsman over the municipality’s unsustainable funding of its A&E on-call doctor service, costing over 50,000 euros annually from local budgets despite it being the regional government’s responsibility. Describing the situation as “unsustainable,” Moral demands the Junta de Andalucía immediately take over this essential service, vital for residents. The Town Council has covered costs out of duty but warns it compromises other basic needs. Despite repeated meetings and requests to health authorities, no satisfactory response has come. Moral praises citizen mobilisation via the North Zone Health Platform for highlighting the issue affecting the wider area. He vows continued institutional pressure, insisting Ardales (pop. 2,524) deserves stable, properly funded A&E care as a legal right, not reliant on local patience or unfulfilled promises. The move reflects growing exasperation with the regional government’s inaction on health obligations. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/provincia/ardales-lleva-defensor-pueblo-andaluz-situacion-urgencias-centro-salud_0_2005717536.html

TORROX

The Coastal Path takes a leap in Torrox with the award of the bridge over the river: {Translation, summary}
– Torrox Council has awarded a 1.173 million euro contract (VAT excluded) to Asturian firm Media Madera Ingenieros Consultores for constructing a 165-metre wooden pedestrian footbridge over the Torrox River estuary, the largest in the Axarquía and second longest in Málaga province. Spanning between the Lighthouse and El Peñoncillo, it will connect key Torrox-Costa spots like Castillo Bajo-Conejito and El Peñoncillo, closing a historic gap in the Senda Litoral coastal path.
– Designed for minimal environmental impact and universal accessibility, the bridge forms part of Diputación de Málaga’s ambitious 180 km project, now over 90% complete despite eastern challenges. Mayor Óscar Medina calls it strategic for coastline transformation, boosting quality of life, sustainability, and tourism. Execution is expected within several months, unblocking years of delays and advancing continuous coastal walks towards Nerja. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/senda-litoral-salto-torrox-adjudicacion-puente-sobre-rio-20260120112401-nt_amp.html

NERJA

New Nerja health centre to be ready in April:
– The Andalusian regional government’s spokesperson for health and consumer affairs in Malaga, Carlos Bautista, visited the construction site of the new health centre in Nerja on the eastern Costa del Sol on Tuesday 20 January, which is scheduled to be completed in April.
– The new health facility will serve more than 25,000 residents of Nerja and Frigiliana, with double the surface area of the current centre; 4,520 square metres on three floors, plus a basement. Along with state-of-the-art equipment, the health centre will have 26 standard consultation rooms, five multi-purpose rooms, five paediatric rooms, minor surgery rooms, dentistry, physiotherapy, radiology and critical care. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/new-nerja-health-centre-ready-april-20260122123516-nt.html

GRANADA

20 Year Granada Local Police Recruitment Scandal- Leaders Summoned in Rigging Probe: {Translation, summary}
– The investigation into alleged irregularities in Granada’s Local Police recruitment reveals a two-tier criminal network, operating at least since 2007, to rig promotions and new-entry exams. The UDEF identifies leaders including former Local Police chief José Manuel Jiménez Avilés and Inspector J.J.M.J., with a second tier of officers and a psychologist who helped direct the scheme. Eight officers were summoned to testify in late 2024, with more than forty investigated; many were detained briefly but released.
– Charges include prevarication, influence peddling, disclosure of secrets, fraud, and bribery, among others. The plan aimed to control new entrants and internal promotions by manipulating examination boards and leaking questions, often in exchange for promotions or favors for relatives and allies. The group reportedly used secure, in-person handovers of questions and developed methods to avoid evidence. The UDEF notes the SIPLG union as a tool for the operation. The investigation suggests the scheme extended beyond Granada to other municipalities, with the potential for long-term influence on police leadership and careers through a cycle of favours and promotions. Source, Spanish: https://www.granadahoy.com/granada/siete-detenidos-caso-amanos-policia-local-udef-granada_0_2005702895.html

UK

UK to create new ‘British FBI’ police service:
– Britain’s government said on Saturday it will create a new National Police Service, described as a “British FBI”, to modernise policing and deal with terrorism, fraud, organised crime and other complex criminal activity. The new force will bring together the work of the National Crime Agency, which investigates serious organised crime such as drug smuggling and people trafficking, with other country-wide roles like counter-terrorism and national road policing.
– Once appointed, its chief – the National Crime Commissioner – will be the most senior officer in the country. Currently, the head of London’s Metropolitan Police is Britain’s highest-ranking law enforcement official. Creation of the National Police Service will form part of major police reforms the government is due to unveil on Monday, which it is casting as the biggest shake-up in policing since Robert Peel established the first professional force in 1829. “The current policing model was built for a different century,” Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood {pic}, the UK’s interior minister, said in a statement.
– Mahmood said the shake-up would allow local forces to focus on dealing with everyday offences, such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, and catching criminals in their areas. It is also expected that, as part of the changes announced on Monday, the government will cut the overall number of forces in Britain {Yikes!} in a move to save money and reduce crime. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-create-new-british-fbi-police-service-2026-01-24/

SPORTS

Tennis News- Australian Open 2026 Results: Use this link to see full results and schedule.
https://ausopen.com/results#!All

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UFC News- Paddy Pimblett takes a beating at the hands of Justin Gaethje in thrilling 5 round UFC interim title fight:
– England’s Paddy Pimblett vowed “you haven’t seen the last of me” after defeat to American Justin Gaethje in their UFC interim lightweight championship thriller in Las Vegas.
– Gaethje got the nod from the judges after a relentless five-rounder, winning via unanimous decision as the scores came back 48-47 (3 rounds to 2), 49-46 (4 rounds to 1), and 49-46 (4 rounds to 1), with Pimblett’s seven-bout winning run in UFC ended.
– Gaethje is now interim champion for the second time and will face Spain’s Ilia Topuria once Ilia returns from a personal break. Full article: https://www.skysports.com/mma/news/19828/13498711/paddy-pimblett-beaten-by-justin-gaethje-in-thrilling-ufc-interim-title-fight-but-vows-to-come-back-better

TECH

Massive breach exposes 149 million Instagram, Gmail, OnlyFans passwords:
– Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler exposed a staggering 149,404,754 unique logins and passwords—spanning 96 GB of unencrypted data—left openly accessible in a cloud repository. The breach stemmed from infostealer malware harvesting credentials from infected devices. The database grew during a month-long delay before the hosting provider suspended it, despite Fowler’s prompt report; the operator’s identity and intent remain unknown.
– Affected services included social media (17M Facebook, 6.5M Instagram, 780k TikTok, numerous X/Twitter accounts), entertainment (3.4M Netflix, plus HBO Max, Disney Plus, Roblox), dating/OnlyFans, and financial/crypto (420k Binance, banking logins). Email providers were hit hardest: ~48M Gmail, 4M Yahoo, 1.5M Outlook. Government (.gov) domains from multiple countries were also compromised, highlighting risks even cybercriminals face.
– {DoctorLaptop Note: I keep telling computer users their devices can be infected and they won’t notice any problems. You must have your computers regularly serviced by a pro to avoid these data & credential thefts. This type of malware easily evades consumer level anti-virus software. But very few listen, and only contact me after they have suffered a hack or identity theft. Not a lot I can do after the fact besides remove the malware– your data & credentials have already been stolen. Your best defence is an annual service maintenence. Will you let laziness & penny-pinching expose you to these threats? Evidently most people will.}
Full article: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/massive-breach-exposes-149-million-instagram-gmail-onlyfans-passwords-how-to-stay-safe-11769238285603.html

SPACE

When to see the Snow Moon in Malaga- date and time of the February full moon: {Translation, summary}
– The Snow Moon or Ice Moon is one of the first astronomical phenomena that will take place in 2026. This name is given to the first full moon of February, which corresponds to the second of the year. And it will be observable from Málaga next Sunday, 1 February.
– The time at which it will reach its apogee will be at 22:09, although it will be appreciable as soon as it begins to get dark. The moonrise on 1 February will take place at 17:11.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/ver-luna-nieve-malaga-fecha-hora_0_2005704784.html

CANCEL CULTURE / #MeToo

Spanish Prosecutor’s Office closes the sexual assaults case against Julio Iglesias for the “lack of competence” of the National Court: {Translation, summary}
– The complainants, who cannot appeal the decision, will be able to “reproduce their complaint before the corresponding judicial bodies”.
– The Public Prosecutor’s Office of the National High Court has agreed to close the investigation by understanding that there is “Lack of jurisdiction of the Spanish courts and therefore the lack of competition of the Public Prosecutor’s Office of the National High Court to hear the pre-procedural investigation of the facts denounced”. According to the decree, the alleged episodes would have occurred in the Caribbean.
– At this point the Public Prosecutor’s Office highlights everyone involved resides outside Spain, the alleged victims are foreign nationals, and ‘the events are attributed to countries that are fully competent’ to investigate them.
Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/sociedad/fiscalia-cierra-caso-julio-iglesias-falta-competencia-audiencia-nacional/202601231826383200045.html

SUR in ENGLISH HEADLINES

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– British woman Victoria, local hairdresser and beautician, stabbed to death by her ex-partner in Alhaurín el Grande
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/british-woman-stabbed-death-her-expartner-alhaurin-20260124203821-nt.html
– Seven restaurants in Malaga province among top 100 in Spain according to The Fork– El Alimentario in Torre del Mar ranks 18th to lead the Malaga selections
https://www.surinenglish.com/lifestyle/seven-restaurants-malaga-among-spains-favourites-according-20260121143900-nt.html
– Snow Arrives in Malaga, in photos: 23 photo gallery {pics}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/snowy-scenes-around-malaga-province-20260124124922-ga.html

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Andalucia Reservoir Data, updated daily:
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Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

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

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

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DigameXtra No. 3172 WEEKEND EDITION Friday, January 23rd, 2026

On January 23, 2026January 23, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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2026 HOLIDAY INFO

Work calendar for towns in Malaga for 2025 and 2026– public holidays and long weekends:
– Visit this website, then scroll down to the section titled “2026 Malaga working calendar: public holidays and long weekends” and choose your town to see the 2026 calendars: https://www.lavanguardia.com/calendario/andalucia/malaga/#lv-2026-titulo

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41 CLUB NERJA

41 Club Nerja Going From Strength to Strength:
– 41 Club Nerja is delighted to report that we really are going from strength to strength, our membership continues to grow and our doors are open for more new members to join our vibrant Club.
– Do you remember in your local communities all the events that the Round Table and 41 Club organised? Yes! that’s us!
– Do you love getting out and about in our beautiful Axarquia area and also like the idea of being with people who enjoy life and help the local community too? Well, that’s also us! So please come along, meet us, see how we do things, and you don’t even need to have been a member previously.
– We enjoy a wide variety of exciting activities, interesting meetings and tasty meals in many of the lovely restaurants we have in our local area. Our get togethers are attended by our members (who hail from ten different countries) as well as our partners, guests, friends and family too. We’re a very friendly bunch.
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We’d love to hear from you and we’d also love for you to come along and join in the fun!

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California Motor Show in Vélez-Málaga: 3 Shows, 23-25 Jan.
Exhibition Centre – Vélez-Málaga
Av. del Rey Juan Carlos I, 48, 29740 Vélez-Málaga
Don’t miss the California Motor Show, a unique spectacle that fuses the action of the big screen with the indomitable power of the most impressive vehicles. We are Film & TV Specialists and we bring the magic of cameras directly to the track. Witness controlled destruction and mastery behind the wheel with our themed Monster Trucks, directly inspired by your favourite movies and series. Gravity-defying jumps and stunts!
Info, map & tix (€12-15): https://www.enterticket.es/eventos/california-motor-show-en-velezmalaga-849007 & Video Link

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Jazz Concert– Daniel Torres Quartet: Sat, 24 Jan, 8pm
Centro Cultural Vicente Aleixandre
C/ Jabalcuza 9, Alhaurín de la Torre 29130
Info, map & tix (€5): https://www.mientrada.net/evento/alhaurin-torre-daniel-torres-quartet/ & Video Link

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Benamargosa celebrates San Sebastián, patron saint of the town, Sat, 24 Jan:
The festivity will take place on Saturday, January 24. The religious acts will begin at 12:00 with the mass in which the Choir of the Cathedral of Malaga will participate, the procession will begin at 18:00 hours. Throughout the day there will be gastronomic tastings and musical performances.

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XIV The Philharmonic By The Sea – Nº 4: Fri, 6 Feb, 7pm
Auditorio Edgar Neville, C/ Pacífico 54, Málaga 29004
Info, map & tix: https://www.mientrada.net/evento/14-filarmonica-frente-al-mar-4/

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Asociacion El Valle Valentines Dinner Dance:
Asociacion El Valle are hosting Valentines Day Dinner and Dance on Saturday 14th February at Tu Punto de Encuentro, La Vinuela, with music by Second Time Around.
Members 25€pp Non members 30€pp.
Tickets by email from info@elvalleasociacion@gmail.com or
Visit Meson Sara 12.30 to 13.30 every Friday.

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Special News Edition- Aftermath of Trump’s Speech At WEF Conference In Davos

Donald Trump Reads The Riot Act To EU Leaders At Davos– And The Mainstream Media Covers It Up Even Though It Leads To A Greenland Agreement Hours Later– “Without us, right now you’d all be speaking German and a little Japanese perhaps…but how ungrateful are they now,” says Trump: {DigameXtra Exclusive}
– In a 90 minute speech at Davos, Trump dressed down European leaders, calling them out by name and mentioning their failures and disloyalty to “the country that saved them in WWII.” “If it were not for America, all you Europeans would be speaking German, and a bit of Japanese perhaps,” said Trump. “…we want a piece of ice for world protection, and they won’t give it. We’ve never asked for anything else.”
***Selected quotes***
EUROPE
– “…certain places in Europe are not even recognizable, frankly, anymore. They’re not recognizable and we can argue about it, but there’s no argument. Friends come back from different places — I don’t want to insult anybody – and say ‘I don’t recognize it,’ and that’s not in a positive way. That’s in a very negative way. I love Europe and I want to see Europe go good, but it’s not heading in the right direction.”
NUCLEAR ENERGY
– “I’ve signed an order directing approval of many new nuclear reactors. We’re going heavy into nuclear. I was not a big fan because I didn’t like the risk, the danger. But the progress they’ve made with nuclear is unbelievable, and the safety progress they’ve made is incredible.”
GREEN ENERGY / CHINA / WIND POWER
– “Because of my landslide election victory, the United States avoided the catastrophic energy collapse which befell every European nation that pursued the Green New Scam. Perhaps the greatest hoax in history, the Green New scam.” “China makes almost all of the windmills, and yet I haven’t been able to find any wind farms in China…They make them. They sell them for a fortune. They sell them to the stupid people that buy them, but they don’t use them themselves. They put up a couple of big wind farms, but they don’t use them. They just put them up to show people what they could look like. They don’t spin, they don’t do anything. China goes with the coal. They go with oil and gas. They’re starting to look at nuclear a little bit and they’re doing just fine. They make a fortune selling the windmills and I think really that’s one that they wouldn’t be surprised if it stopped. They are shocked that it continues to go. They were very friendly with me. They’re shocked that people continue to buy those damn things. They killed the birds. They ruined your landscapes. Other than that, I think they’re fabulous. By the way. Stupid people buy them.”
EUROPE
– “And we believe deeply in the bonds we share with Europe as a civilization…They have to get out of the culture that they’ve created over the last 10 years. It’s horrible what they’re doing to themselves. They’re destroying themselves, these beautiful, beautiful places. We want strong allies, not seriously weakened ones.”
DENMARK & GREENLAND
– “…no nation or group of nations is in any position to be able to secure Greenland other than the United States. We’re a great power much greater than people even understand. I think they found that out two weeks ago in Venezuela. We saw this in World War Two when Denmark fell to Germany after just six hours of fighting and was totally unable to defend either itself or Greenland. So the United States was then compelled. We did it. We felt an obligation to do it, to send our own forces, to hold the Greenland territory and hold it we did. At great cost and expense. They didn’t have a chance of getting on it, and they tried. Denmark knows that. We literally set up bases on Greenland for Denmark. We fought for Denmark. We weren’t fighting for anyone else. We were fighting to save it for Denmark. Big, beautiful piece of ice. It’s hard to call it land. It’s a big piece of ice. But we saved Greenland and successfully prevented our enemies from gaining a foothold in our hemisphere. So we did it for ourselves also. And then after the war, which we won, we won it big. Without us, right now you’d all be speaking German and a little Japanese perhaps. After the war, we gave Greenland back to Denmark. How stupid were we to do that? But we did it. But we gave it back. But how ungrateful are they now?” “We need it for strategic national security and international security. This enormous unsecured island is actually part of North America on the northern frontier of the Western Hemisphere. That’s our territory.”
UKRAINE / NATO
“What does the United States get out of all of this work? All of this money other than death, destruction, and massive amounts of cash going to people who don’t appreciate what we do, they don’t appreciate what we do. I’m talking about NATO, I’m talking about Europe. They have to work on Ukraine. We don’t. The United States is very far away. We have a big, beautiful ocean separating us. We have nothing to do with it.
GREENLAND / NATO
“So what we have gotten out of NATO is nothing except to protect Europe from the Soviet Union and now Russia. I mean, we’ve helped them for so many years. We’ve never gotten anything except we pay for NATO, and we paid for many years until I came along, we paid for, in my opinion, 100 per cent of NATO because they weren’t paying their bills. And all we’re asking for is to get Greenland, including right title and ownership, because you need the ownership to defend it. You can’t defend it on a lease. Legally, it’s not defensible that way. Totally. And number two, psychologically, who the hell wants to defend a license agreement or a lease, which is a large piece of ice in the middle of the ocean, where if there is a war, much of the action will take place on that piece of ice? Think of it. Those missiles would be flying right over the centre of that piece of ice. {pic} All we want from Denmark, for national and international security and to keep our very energetic and dangerous potential enemies at bay, is this land on which we’re going to build the greatest golden dome ever built. “
CANADA / MISSILE DEFENCE
“We’re building a golden dome that’s going to, just by its very nature, going to be defending Canada. Canada gets a lot of freebies from us, by the way. They should be grateful also. But they’re not. I watched their prime minister yesterday. He wasn’t so grateful, they should be grateful to us. Canada, Canada lives because of the United States. Remember that Mark [Carney], the next time you make your statements.”
INGRATITUDE
“But now what I’m asking for is a piece of ice, cold and poorly located that can play a vital role in world peace and world protection. It’s a very small ask compared to what we have given them for many, many decades. But the problem with NATO is that we’ll be there for them 100 per cent. But I’m not sure that they’d be there for us if we gave them the call: ‘Gentlemen, we are being attacked. We’re under attack by such and such nation.’ I know them all very well. I’m not sure that they’d be there. I know we’d be there for them. I don’t know that they’d be there for us. With all of the money we expend, with all of the blood, sweat and tears, I don’t know that they’d be there for us.”
“So we want a piece of ice for world protection, and they won’t give it. We’ve never asked for anything else. And we could have kept that piece of land and we didn’t sell. They have a choice. You can say yes, and we will be very appreciative. Or you can say no and we will remember.”
INTEREST RATES
“You know, the dropping of the interest rates … we should be paying a much lower interest rate than we are. We should be paying the lowest interest rate of any country in the world, because without the United States, you don’t have a country…without us, most of the countries don’t even work.”
DEFENDER OF EUROPE
“And then you have the protection factor. Without our military, which is the greatest in the world by far, without our military, you have threats that you would never… you wouldn’t believe. You wouldn’t believe. You don’t have threats because of us, and that’s because of NATO.”
Read the full speech here: https://globalnews.ca/news/11623027/read-full-transcript-donald-trump-speech-davos/
Watch the full speech here, official White House source: https://youtu.be/prdSj9caeQw
Watch some of the best clips in this 12 minute video: https://youtu.be/-ALaxOyGS6I

Majority of Russian attack missiles would pass over Greenland

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MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga leads the rise in housing prices in Andalusia with a rise of 62% in five years: {Translation, summary}
– A typical property of 90 square metres has gone from costing 191,866 euros to 310,858 euros in Malaga, which is a 62.02% increase, according to the report prepared by the real estate portal pisos.com on the evolution of the sale price between 2020 and 2025.
– The situation is even more alarming for those looking to acquire a property in the capital of the Costa del Sol, as its price has soared by 67.44% since 2020. Thus, it has gone from being worth 209,292 euros to being marketed for an average cost that rises to 350,430 euros. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/malaga-lidera-encarecimiento-vivienda-andalucia_0_2005699109.html

TORROX

The new hiking season of ‘Andando por Torrox’ begins on January 26: {Translation}
– On January 26, a new edition of the ‘Andando por Torrox’ program will begin, featuring five hiking trails through different parts of the municipality, which will take place on the last Monday of each month between January and May.
– This program, organized by the Sports Department’s School for Seniors, is open to families, seniors, and the general public. Participants may also bring their pets along. The routes will take place in the afternoon, with information provided in a timely manner through the various official channels of the Sports Department.
– The program will begin on January 26 with a circular route around the town center of Torrox. It will continue on February 23 with a route from El Morche to Lagos along the Coastal Path; on March 23 with a walk through the historic center; on April 27 with a route from the lighthouse to Tajo Virgen; and it will end on May 25 with a route from the Convent of Las Nieves to the lighthouse. Completely free of charge. Those interested in registering or obtaining more information should contact the Sports Department at the Municipal Sports Center, or call 95 253 99 27 or send an email to deportes@torrox.es
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-nueva-temporada-de-andando-por-torrox-comienza-el-proximo-26-de-enero/

ALHAURÍN DE LA TORRE

What happened in the wild boar hunt of Alhaurín de la Torre? Organizers claim 20 or more kills, officials verify only 4: {Translation, summary}
– On 17 January, La Torre Hunting Society of Alhaurín de la Torre held a wild boar drive in Sierra Llana (MA-10769) with 75 authorised posts for around 100 hunters and 9 dog packs, authorised by the Junta due to overpopulation causing urban incursions and road risks. Within the open season under the technical plan approved by Málaga’s environmental delegation, the event ran from 8am to 4pm, though actual hunting occurred 11am-4pm amid social customs like shared meals.
– Around 20 boar were reported felled, but official count by authorised veterinarian Juan Ignacio Arias Velasco was 4, as most fell in inaccessible terrain. {Very sloppy hunting! How do they know the animals are dead if they can’t recover them? Are there a dozen or more badly wounded, very angry jaboli now cruising the countryside? If the boars fell in accessible areas, how far away were the hunters shooting from? Long distance shots are less accurate, and increase the likelihood of only wounding the target. Injured animals get infections more easily, and spread these to the pack. Clearly a poorly organized affair. -Ed.} Safety measures included signage, personnel, and a Town Hall ban on all activities in affected areas to protect hikers in this popular zone. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/interior/paso-batida-jabalies-alhaurin-torre-20260121145318-nt_amp.html

EUROPE

Trump cancels tariff threat, says NATO’s Rutte agreed to Greenland deal ‘framework’: {Summary of 2 articles}
– On a whirlwind trip to the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland (Wednesday night), Trump backed down from weeks of ‍rhetoric that shook the NATO alliance and risked a new global trade war. Instead, Trump said, Western Arctic allies could forge a new deal that satisfies his desire for a “Golden Dome” missile-defence system and access to critical minerals while blocking Russia and China’s ambitions in the Arctic.
– “It’s a deal that everybody’s very happy with,” Trump told reporters after emerging from a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. “It’s a long-term deal. It’s the ultimate long-term deal. It puts everybody in a really good position, especially as it pertains to security and to minerals.”
He added: “It’s a deal that’s forever.”
– A NATO spokesperson said seven NATO allies in the Arctic would work together to ensure their collective security.
– Trump said on his Truth Social platform that the US and NATO had “formed the framework ‍of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region,” and that “based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st.”
– NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday praised his “very good discussion” on Wednesday with US President Donald Trump to address tensions around Greenland and stressed the importance of strengthening security in the Arctic in the face of perceived threats from Russia and China. He emphasized that during his conversation with Trump, he discussed how the seven Arctic nations that are members of NATO—the United States, Canada, Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Norway—can “defend themselves against Russia and China.” “What we discussed yesterday, and it was a very good discussion, is how we can do that. How can we get these countries, collectively, to ensure that the Arctic remains secure and that the Russians and Chinese stay out?” he explained. However, he acknowledged that “this isn’t all about Greenland or the Arctic,” given that “it’s primarily about how to protect ourselves against adversaries.” “Our main enemy, for NATO, is Russia. Of course, China is massively strengthening itself, so we shouldn’t be naïve about China, but our main adversary is Russia,” he argued.
Full articles: https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260121-trump-cancels-tariff-threat-says-nato-rutte-agreed-greenland-deal-framework & https://www.europapress.es/internacional/noticia-rutte-ensalza-discusion-trump-groenlandia-pide-reforzar-artico-frente-rusia-china-20260122085950.html

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Europol busts massive synthetic drug production network:
– Europol has reported the break-up of a major synthetic drug supply network. Authorities called it is the biggest such operation they have ever undertaken, and a “major blow” to organized crime.
– The bust, which was coordinated in Poland and involved police from Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland and Spain, targeted some 24 industrial-scale labs and netted roughly 1,000 metric tons of precursor chemicals used for making drugs such as MDMA and methamphetamine. In Germany alone, authorities seized more than 800 kilos of synthetic drugs and some 160,000 litres of toxic chemical waste.
– Europol said it identified 50 delivery locations, dismantled 24 “industrial-scale” laboratories and found 16 storage locations in the operation. It also seized around €500,000 (roughly $580,000), 3.6 tons of drugs and 982 litres of liquid narcotics. Full article: https://www.dw.com/en/europol-busts-massive-synthetic-drug-production-network/a-75595738

USA

Trump’s proposed Greenland deal may give US control of land around military bases– “We will get this done,” NATO secretary general Rutte vows:
– Greenland would have to give the US control of some of its land as part of a framework deal announced by President Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday, according to sources and reports. US military bases in Greenland — a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark — would be considered sovereign US territories under the terms of the proposed deal, The Telegraph reported.
– The deal would allow the US to perform military operations, gather intelligence and train soldiers without obtaining permission from the Danes — and potentially allow the US to expand into and develop land in mineral-rich parts of the Arctic island.
– A European official told The Post that Rutte proposed Denmark transferring to the US sovereignty over Pituffik Space Base in northern Greenland. The strategically important installation has been under US control since a 1951 defence agreement with Denmark, but the land legally belongs to the Danes.
– Denmark would also give the US sovereignty over “small pockets” of land for the construction of new US military bases, according to the New York Times.
– The compromise, if finalized, would fall short of Trump’s original goal of “Complete and Total Control” of Greenland, which the president argued was necessary for US national security. The expansion of US territory, however, would mark the first time that’s happened since World War II, when the Northern Mariana Islands were taken from Japan.
– The proposed deal mirrors a 1960 pact between the United Kingdom and Cyprus, which grants the UK sovereignty over two military bases on the Mediterranean island.
– “There’s a lot of work to be done. We’ll do it step by step, but of course, working fast, but also with thoughtful diplomacy,” Rutte said of the next steps, during an interview with Fox News “Special Report” host Bret Baier. “We will get this done,” the NATO secretary general vowed. Full article: https://nypost.com/2026/01/21/us-news/…

MIDDLE EAST

Trump unveils ‘Board of Peace’ in Davos ceremony, claims Gaza war ‘down to little fires’:
– President Trump unveiled his international Board of Peace during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland Thursday, expanding on his vision for a global body to rival the United Nations and claiming that Israel’s war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip was all but over. “They’re down to little fires,” Trump said of the situation in the Palestinian enclave, which has been shattered by more than two years of fighting. “We can put them out very easily.”
– “I think the combination of the Board of Peace with the kind of people we have here, coupled with the United Nations, can be something very, very unique for the world,” Trump went on. “Together we are in a position to have an incredible chance — I don’t even call it a chance, I think it’s going to happen — to end decades of suffering, stop generations of hatred and bloodshed and forge a beautiful, ever-lasting and glorious peace for that region.”
– A resolution blessing the board’s role in supervising a transitional Palestinian government replacing Gaza’s Hamas rulers as well as an international peacekeeping force was ratified by the United Nations in November. The 20-point plan ultimately calls for Hamas to lay down its arms, something the terror group has so far refused to do. Full article: https://nypost.com/2026/01/22/us-news/trump-unveils-board-of-peace-during-signing-ceremony-in-davos/

HEALTH

Spanish Doctors Launch Indefinite Strike Against Mónica García’s Marco Statute from 16 February: {Translation, summary}
– The refusal by Spain’s Health Minister Mónica García to accept demands from the medical sector has provoked major unions – CESM, SMA, Metges de Catalunya, Amyts, SME, and O’MEGA – to announce an indefinite doctors’ strike commencing on 16 February. Following last week’s brief two-day stoppages as a prelude, the action features weekly disruptions each month: from 16 to 20 February, 16 to 20 March, 27 to 30 April, 18 to 22 May, and 15 to 19 June. This calibrated approach heightens pressure on the ministry to revise the Marco Statute draft, properly acknowledging the profession’s distinctive training, high responsibility levels, and challenging working conditions. A nationwide rally of physicians from every autonomous community is planned for Madrid on Saturday 14 February to directly confront García. Though tensions run high, the unions maintain an outstretched hand for renewed negotiations aimed at forging agreements that enhance professionals’ labour standards. Source, Spanish: https://www.vozpopuli.com/sanitatem/los-medicos-convocan-una-huelga-indefinida-y-aumentan-la-presion-sobre-monica-garcia-por-el-estatuto-marco.html

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Health chaos- hospitals run out of injectable amoxicillin with Mónica García at the head of Health: {Translation, summary}
– Spain endures a severe shortage of injectable amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (1,000 mg/200 mg), essential for hospital treatment of serious infections such as pneumonia, complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal issues, skin infections, and osteomyelitis in adults and children. Produced by Reig Jofre, the 100-vial format is unavailable from 19 January to at least 16 February, nearly a month without this key antibiotic.
– Okdiario reports a lack of foresight, coordination, and political reaction from the Ministry of Health under Mónica García {pic} has turned a potential incident into structural dysfunction amid staff shortages and pressures. Aemps acknowledges the issue but promotes equivalent substitutes, which experts say demand clinical tweaks and risk chain reactions in an overburdened system. Official claims downplay severity, placing extra strain on doctors, hospital pharmacists, and patients facing disrupted care. Source, Spanish: https://gaceta.es/espana/caos-sanitario-los-hospitales-se-quedan-sin-amoxicilina-inyectable-con-monica-garcia-al-frente-de-sanidad-20260121-1545/

RECALLS

French dairy giant Lactalis recalls Picot brand baby formula in 18 countries due to toxin:
– French group Lactalis on Wednesday announced a worldwide recall of batches of infant formula over worries they contained a toxin. The countries concerned are: Australia, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Georgia, Greece, Kuwait, Madagascar, Mexico, Monaco, Spain, Peru, Taiwan and Uzbekistan.
– “Lactalis Nutrition Santé (LNS) is voluntarily recalling six batches of Picot brand infant milk, available in pharmacies and supermarkets, due to the presence of cereulide in an ingredient sourced from a supplier,” it said in a statement.
– The recall involves Picot Nutrition Quotidienne first-stage formula in 400, 800 and 850 grams, along with Picot Nutrition Quotidienne second-stage baby milk in 800 and 850g. Picot AR second-stage 800g formula completes the six batches recalled. {I checked a few sources, but didn’t find any specific batch numbers for the recall. Best to err on the side of safety and return these items regardless of batch numbers. -Ed.} Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260122-french-dairy-giant-lactalis-recalls-baby-formula-in-18-countries-due-to-toxin
Additional ref: https://www.just-food.com/news/lactalis-recalls-baby-formula-over-presence-of-cereulide-toxin/

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– Andalusian Harley Davidson rally returns to Benalmádena in March {pic}
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– Granada’s Costa Tropical set to get its first five-star hotel, in La Herradura
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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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London Blues – Ten Believers arrives with a concert full of authentic blues, emotion and great musical quality. The band, made up of top-notch musicians, offers a journey through classic and contemporary blues, with guitars full of soul, a solid rhythmic base and an intense and elegant interpretation. After sharing the stage with legends such as Buddy Guy, Ronnie Wood or Alicia Keys, Ten Believers promises an intimate and vibrant evening for lovers of blues and live music.
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Hiking Event- Trail through the Molinos Río Turvilla Archéz-Canillas Albaida area: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026, 9am
Pre-registration required. The route begins in Árchez and follows a varied circular walk through market gardens, mills and irrigation channels, with views of the foothills of the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park. It partly coincides with Stage 7 of the Gran Senda de Málaga and runs alongside the Turvilla or Cajula River. Highlights include the Mudejar bell tower of the Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, old mills such as Doña Fidela and the historic Matías Mill, metal walkways above an irrigation channel, waterfalls, and a Roman bridge and road. The walk climbs to the village of Canillas de Albaida, passing its main square and church, before descending via the Hermitage of San Antón and returning carefully to Árchez on sandy paths. The route combines cultural heritage, water features and rural scenery.
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SPAIN

Train drivers call for a nationwide general strike after the accidents in Adamuz and Barcelona: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish train drivers have announced a general strike after two serious derailments in Adamuz and Gelida that caused at least 43 deaths, including three drivers, and nearly 200 injuries. The strike was called by SEMAF, the main drivers’ union, to demand guarantees of safety and reliability across the railway network.
– The union describes a continuing deterioration of the system and urges authorities, infrastructure managers and operators to take urgent action. SEMAF has stated that it will seek criminal responsibility from those responsible for infrastructure safety. Drivers will not allow the resumption of suburban and medium distance services in Catalonia until safety is fully verified, and Rodalies services remain suspended. They are also calling for network wide suspensions in similar risk situations. Before each journey, drivers will require safety guarantees and apply preventive speed reductions where necessary. SEMAF also advises drivers affected by emotional shock to report their inability to work. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/maquinistas-tren-convocan-huelga-general-tras-accidentes-20260121095334-ntrc_amp.html

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Sánchez provides €755 million in funding for the modernization of Morocco’s railways while Spain’s train network suffers multiple fiascos: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez’s government has been financing railway projects abroad while allowing Spain’s own network to decay, endangering passenger safety. Last Sunday’s tragic accident in Adamuz, Córdoba, has reignited criticism over his mismanagement of public funds and infrastructure.
– Spain provides “repayable” loans to countries such as Morocco and Egypt, conditioned on awarding contracts to Spanish companies, effectively using public money to subsidise foreign projects. In February 2025, Sánchez approved a 755 million euro loan to Morocco for 40 intercity trains, following his 2024 visit where he claimed Spain would invest 45,000 million euros in the country. Spanish officials later insisted the funds were loans, not investments, but the arrangement highlights a controversial prioritisation of foreign contracts over domestic rail safety. Previous loans, including 190 million euros for Casablanca tram lines, were never executed, while Spain continues to fund Egypt’s Cairo Metro modernisation, exposing a pattern of exporting public funds abroad at the expense of national infrastructure. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/20260120/sanchez-financia-755-millones-modernizacion-trenes-marruecos_376024.html

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The Socialist PSOE administration focused its efforts on launching the new hybrid train while real investment in track maintenance fell: {Translation, summary}
– Over the past decade, Spain’s high-speed rail network has grown by more than 800 kilometres, yet investment in maintenance has not kept pace. Nominal spending has increased slightly, but relative to network growth and inflation, it has fallen sharply, creating a significant maintenance deficit. In 2015, maintenance expenditure per million euros of railway assets was 33,302, falling to 27,970 by 2024, a nominal decline of 16%. Adjusted for 26.5% inflation over the period, real spending dropped to approximately 22,110 euros, a real decrease of 33.6%.
– Although the total network and the value of infrastructure have grown — the network increased by 834 kilometres and the total infrastructure value rose by 2,338 million euros, a 15% increase — maintenance funding has not scaled accordingly. As a result, investment per kilometre of track has declined, and the purchasing power of maintenance budgets has eroded. This combination of expanded infrastructure and insufficient real-term investment explains the widespread deterioration of service and highlights the urgent need for proportional, inflation-adjusted maintenance funding. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-01-21/el-psoe-centro-sus-esfuerzos-en-lanzar-el-tren-hibrido-mientras-la-inversion-real-en-mantenimiento-de-las-vias-caia-7346603/

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga activates yellow alert during a week of rain, wind, and falling temperatures: {Translation, summary}
– Weather instability is returning to Málaga. After a short respite from rainfall, precipitation will return across the entire province from Wednesday afternoon onwards, continuing throughout the week and even into the beginning of the following one.
– Aemet territorial director in Málaga, Jesús Riesco, states that this accumulation of rainfall is due to the successive passage of several Atlantic low pressure systems, such as Storm Harry, which will move southwards and bring rain to large areas of the province.
– Wind will be a key feature throughout the week, with gusts of up to 70 kilometres per hour producing waves between 2 and 3 metres high, according to the director. These winds have triggered a yellow alert for coastal phenomena today and tomorrow along the Axarquía coast, and from tomorrow on the Costa del Sol.
– As for temperatures, Riesco explains that they will remain stable across the province. However, on Saturday there will be a significant drop of around 5 degrees compared with the rest of the week, both before and after, on the coast and inland. This will result in minimum temperatures of 9 degrees and maximums of 13 degrees in the capital. Similar figures are expected in Coín, with highs of 13 degrees and lows of 6. In Antequera, temperatures will fall to a minimum of 3 degrees and a maximum of 8. Ronda will record some of the lowest temperatures in the province, with minimums of 1 degree and maximums of 5. Temperatures are expected to rise again from Sunday onwards. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/21/malaga-activa-alerta-amarilla-semana-125913869.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Rincón de la Victoria opens the registration period for the II Blitz Chess Marathon: {Translation, summary}
– The chess event will be held on April 26 at the Municipal Covered Pavilion ‘Rubén Ruzafa ́ in Torre de Benagalbón.
– With more than a hundred players from different parts of the country the tournament will distribute 2,000 euros in prizes.
– The tournament will be played using the Dutch Swiss system, in a single group of 17 rounds, with a playing time of 4 minutes plus 3 seconds per move. It will be valid for FIDE Blitz ELO and the Andalusian Chess Federation (FADA) ELO. Pairings will be made using the VegaChess computer program. The day will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the reception of the players. After the pairings are published, the first round will begin, with games following one after another. In addition to cash prizes, trophies and prizes will be awarded by category, including age, ELO, and women’s category.
– Registration is now open and can be done by emailing [ clubajedrezvictoria@gmail.com ]. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on April 23, or until capacity is reached. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-abre-el-plazo-de-inscripcion-del-ii-maraton-blitz-de-ajedrez-que-reunira-a-mas-de-un-centenar-de-participantes-de-todo-el-pais/

SEVILLA

Student sets fire to an apartment in Seville to kill the old woman she was caring for: {Translation, summary}
– A young woman has been arrested in Seville for allegedly setting fire to a flat in which the elderly woman she was caring for later died. The suspect, an Algerian national who was studying in the city, lived with the victim, an 80 year old woman, as part of a university support programme. According to the investigation, an argument took place after the elderly woman attempted to expel her from the home, following which the carer allegedly set the property on fire. The blaze occurred in the early hours of 14 January and was contained by firefighters before spreading to nearby homes. The victim suffered severe burns and smoke inhalation, went into cardiorespiratory arrest, and later died in hospital. Police determined the fire was deliberate and arrested the suspect, who now faces charges of homicide and arson and has been remanded in custody. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/sevilla/20260121/estudiante-argelina-prende-fuego-piso-sevilla-matar-anciana-cuidaba_376545.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- Australian Open Update: Alcaraz defeats Hanfmann and advances to the third round; Davidovich also advances despite the struggle against Opelka: {Translation, summary}
– Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz {pic} advanced to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, the first Grand Slam of the season, played on hard court, after defeating Germany’s Yannik Hanfmann in three sets (7-6(4), 6-3, 6-2).
Now, in the third round, he will face Frenchman Corentin Moutet, the 32nd seed, whom he has never played before.
– Alejandro Davidovich from Malaga also remains in the tournament after defeating American Reilly Opelka in a hard-fought match (6-3, 7-6(3), 5-7, 4-6, 6-4). He will now face fellow American Tommy Paul in the next round. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/deportes/tenis-00166/noticia-alcaraz-cumple-hanfmann-mete-tercera-ronda-australia-20260121110541.html

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Football News- German MPs ‘to propose’ World Cup boycott over Trump threats to EU:
– A senior CDU MP, a prominent voice in Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s party, has raised the prospect of European teams staying away from the World Cup if Donald Trump pursues threats over Greenland and a trade war with the EU, shifting boycott talk from the leftist opposition into Berlin’s government. According to Augsburger Allgemeine, Roderich Kiesewetter said participation would be unthinkable in those circumstances. Government sources told AFP that any decision on taking part would be for the German FA, the DFB, rather than politicians.
– The Social Democrats, Merz’s coalition partners, have also aired concerns about supporter safety. Aydan Özoguz said the conditions under which matches would be played are unclear and suggested travel to the United States could be complex, adding it might be hard to stage games peacefully while threats against Europe run in parallel. The Merz government could still opt for a diplomatic boycott, meaning no minister or head of state would attend matches, a role often filled by the interior minister, the chancellor or the president.
– The tournament is scheduled for 11 June to 19 July across the United States, Mexico and Canada, adding complexity to any stance. Full article: https://onefootball.com/id/berita/german-mps-to-propose-world-cup-boycott-over-trump-threats-to-eu-42268696

GASTRONOMIA

Miura, the cherry liqueur named after a bull that is the symbol of a town in Seville: {Translation, summary}
– In Andalucian dining rooms, especially in winter when the cold bites, it is not unusual for a bottle of Miura to appear, the cherry liqueur that has become emblematic of Cazalla de la Sierra, a town in the northern Sierra of Seville. Its sweet, fruity flavour with a hint of anise, together with its centuries-old history, makes it an inevitable presence at the table.
– Miura’s origins lie in the old convent of San Francisco de los Diezmos, founded in the fifteenth century in what is now Cazalla de la Sierra. The Franciscan monks produced wines and spirits there. Over time, the recipe was enriched with fruits, particularly cherries, and spread through Cazalla, where many households developed their own distilling traditions. The Mendizábal disentailment in the 1830s forced the monks to leave, and their properties were transferred to the parish and local public use. The distillery changed owners several times, eventually uniting under Destilerías de Cazalla in 1869. The Miura brand was later acquired by a local cooperative, adopting a bull by a fence as its symbol.
– Today, Miura is produced using centuries-old stills combined with modern technology, preserving tradition while serving as a gastronomic emblem of the Sierra. Each sip carries the creative spirit of the monks and the enduring passion of a historic family enterprise. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/sevilla/20260118/breve-historia-miura-licor-guindas-nombre-toro-simbolo-pueblo-sevilla_375081.html

HEALTH

A mother arrested in Malaga after her baby tested positive for cannabis due to breastfeeding: {Translation, summary}
– A 24 year old woman was arrested in Málaga after her four month old baby was hospitalised with respiratory problems and found to have cannabis in his system. Medical tests indicated that the substance had been transmitted through breastfeeding, and the mother admitted to consuming cannabis during that period. Police investigations into the family environment confirmed regular drug use by the parents. The woman was charged with an alleged offence of causing injury through gross negligence and later released after police procedures were completed. Judicial authorities and the Andalusian child protection services were notified, and temporary care of the infant was granted to the grandmother. The baby spent eleven days in hospital, including time in intensive care, and was discharged after showing a positive medical recovery. Photo for illustrative purposes only. Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/malaga-sucesos/detenida-malaga-madre-dar-positivo-bebe-cannabis-lactancia-materna/202601210945503198222.html

RECALLS

A drug used in patients whose blood pressure can’t be controlled with a single drug is recalled: {Translation, summary}
– A quality defect found in a batch of the drug Blokium-Diu 100 mg/25 mg tablets has forced it to be withdrawn from the market, according to the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS).
– The affected presentations are Blokium-Diu 100 mg/25 mg 28 tablets, lot 3CP, CN: 964841, expiry date: 30/04/2027 and Blokium-Diu 100 mg/25 mg 56 tablets, lot 3CP, CN: 989996, expiry date: 30/04/2027. The root cause has been identified as a production error, and the defect has been limited to batch 3CP of the aforementioned filings.
– Patients can exchange their affected container with a correct one and, if they notice any alteration in their treatment, they should go to their doctor to assess their condition. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sociedad/salud/retiran-medicamento-usado-pacientes-presion-arterial-puede-20260120004144-nt_amp.html

TECH

If your cell phone starts doing this, it means you are being spied on without your knowledge: {Translation, summary}
– Modern mobile phones store large amounts of sensitive personal information, making privacy a growing concern. The risk of hacking or digital spying has increased as cybercriminals use sophisticated methods to obtain passwords and financial data. Several warning signs may indicate that a device is compromised. Rapid battery drain can suggest spyware operating in the background, possibly accessing the camera without permission. A camera light activating unexpectedly may point to unauthorised surveillance. Sluggish performance, unexplained freezes and system instability can also result from malicious software interfering with normal operation. Another serious warning sign is the appearance of unknown applications that the user does not recall installing, which may indicate unauthorised access. Regularly checking installed apps, monitoring unusual behaviour and taking appropriate security precautions are essential steps to protect personal data and maintain privacy on mobile devices. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/ciberseguridad/si-tu-movil-empieza-hacer-esto-significa-que-te-estan-espiando-sin-que-te-des-cuenta_5149192_0.html

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– Another Train Disaster; Driver dies, 37 injured after train derails in Barcelona due to bad weather {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/driver-dies-after-train-derails-barcelona-due-20260121090008-nt.html
– Blind man dies after falling from suspension bridge while hiking in western Malaga province
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/blind-man-dies-after-falling-from-suspension-20260120120116-nt.html
– Julio Iglesias asks the Spanish Public Prosecutor’s Office to dismiss sexual assault complaint against him for lack of jurisdiction
https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/julio-iglesias-asks-the-spanish-public-prosecutors-20260119132601-nt.html
– Vélez-Málaga creates new palliative care service– will provide up to 94 hours per month for patients in the advanced stages of illness
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/costa-sol-town-creates-new-palliative-care-20260119123727-nt.html

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National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

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Check All Lottery Results Here: Updated daily.
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DigameXtra No. 3170 Wednesday, January 21st, 2026

On January 21, 2026January 20, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Burns Night at St George’s church, Malaga:
Saturday, 24 January
At the event, which celebrates Scotland’s national bard Robert Burns, author of Auld Lang Syne, guests will be served a traditional three-course meal of Cullen skink, haggis imported directly from Scotland, with tatties and neeps and cranachan for dessert. The meal will be accompanied by whisky, poetry, bagpipes and dancing, all inside the church itself. Guests are encouraged to wear some tartan.
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SPAIN

The death toll in the Adamuz train accident rises to 42 after a body was found in the rubble of the Alvia: {Translation, summary}
– The rescue services have recovered four more bodies from inside the Alvia train that crashed in Adamuz on Tuesday, according to sources from the Junta de Andalucía, bringing the death toll to 42. Regarding the causes of the accident, the Minister of the Interior, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, explained that the investigation has just begun and it is too early to know if there was a failure in the train or on the track. “All hypotheses are open,” he said. Source, Spanish: https://elpais.com/espana/2026-01-20/ultima-hora-y-reacciones-tras-el-accidente-de-tren-en-adamuz-cordoba-en-directo.html

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The end of ketchup or sugar sachets in restaurants will come in August 2026– this is the new EU rule that will come into force: {Translation, summary}
– Single-use sachets of sauces, sugar, salt, oil and vinegar have long been common at Spanish restaurant tables, accompanying dishes like burgers or salads and daily coffee. From August 2026, however, front-of-house hospitality in the EU will change under a new rule aimed at cutting plastic waste and promoting sustainable consumption. The regulation, part of Regulation (EU) 2025/40 known as PPWR, will prohibit these sachets in restaurants and bars from 12 August 2026. The phased timetable also targets other sectors by 2030, including hotel amenities and cosmetic or food packaging.
– An exception exists for meals ordered for delivery, where sachets may be included for take-away orders due to hygiene and transport concerns, and similar allowances apply in healthcare or residential settings. All packaging must bear labels showing correct waste handling and recycling instructions.
– The European Union will conduct an environmental and health impact assessment in 2032 to measure the regulation’s effects on plastic waste and overall sustainability, with potential adjustments based on findings. This assessment will monitor reductions in waste, a major contributor to Europe’s solid waste and pollution. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/consumo/fin-sobres-ketchup-azucar-restaurantes-agosto-2026-nueva-norma-ue-entra-vigor_6923441_0.html

ANDALUCÍA

The Andalusian fishing sector celebrates the partial agreement reached with the Ministry to solve EU controls: {Translation, summary}
– José María Gallart, president of the Andalusian Federation of Fishing Associations (Faape), stated that Spain’s fishing sector is partially satisfied after reaching limited agreements with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food to address issues under the new European Fisheries Control Regulation, which took effect on 10 January.
– The regulation introduced strict requirements that the national fleet deems “impossible” to meet, including an electronic fishing logbook, on-board weighing of species with a 20% error margin, and notifying port arrival four hours in advance.
– The Ministry agreed to remove the rigid port notification times, now requiring notice only once a vessel sets course to harbour. However, other complex control obligations remain unresolved. Gallart thanked the Ministry for its efforts despite little room for manoeuvre and confirmed fishermen would resume activity gradually from Tuesday after Monday’s halt, while broader negotiations over the EU regulation continue.. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/sevilla/sector-pesquero-andaluz-celebra-acuerdo-alcanzado-ministerio-solucionar-controles-ue/202601191832322319479.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Storm Harry brings rain to Malaga until Sunday and strong winds: {Translation, summary}
– Aemet warns that Málaga will shift from a short period of stability to a wet spell as storm Harry moves toward the Iberian Peninsula. A yellow alert covers the Axarquía with westerly winds up to 70 km/h and rough seas, foretelling widespread rainfall from Wednesday through Sunday across all districts. This marks the end of the prior calm after last weekend’s light snow.
– Jesús Riesco, Málaga’s Aemet regional director, notes a notable temperature drop expected on Saturday, with lows around 2°C in Antequera and maximums near 13°C along the coast. The meteorological pattern will be driven by Harry, which is forecast to descend and trigger a sequence of rain-bearing fronts that will affect even the Costa del Sol. Initially, Tuesday may remain relatively stable, but winds will intensify in Axarquía. Rain is set to occur daily from Wednesday onward, with models suggesting continued precipitation through much of the week, and even international forecasts hint at similar patterns around the turn of the month. Temperatures should rise modestly with the rain, but Saturday will bring a sharper cold snap. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/20/borrasca-harry-trae-malaga-lluvias-125874023.html

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Two of the worst water supplies in Andalucia are in Malaga- They don’t even use tap water for cooking or cleaning: {Translation, summary}
– D’Vida Water, a company specialising in water analysis and treatment, has identified the five worst tap waters in Andalusia, two of which are in Málaga province. The study assessed the dry residue content, which measures the amount of dissolved minerals and salts in each litre of water. High residue levels indicate hard water, which affects both taste and household use.
– Balanegra (Almería) topped the list with 1,800 mg/l, followed by Álora (Málaga) with 1,090 mg/l and Cártama and Estación de Cártama (Málaga) with 890 mg/l. El Ejido (Almería) and Motril (Granada) completed the ranking with 670 and 520 mg/l respectively.
– Residents in these areas avoid using tap water for drinking or cooking, remarking on its poor taste, high lime content and even unsuitability for cleaning or watering plants. Doctors recommend water with very low mineralisation for health reasons, contrasting sharply with these high readings.
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/20/peores-aguas-andalucia-malaga-agua-grifo-para-cocinar-alora-cartama-dv-125873505.html

GRANADA

The Alhambra in Granada organizes a guided tour of its restoration workshops next week: {Translation, summary}
– The Patronato de la Alhambra y el Generalife is organising a free guided tour of its restoration workshops to mark International Conservator-Restorer Day, which is celebrated on 27 January.
– The Alhambra’s restoration workshops are responsible for the maintenance and restoration of the plaster, ceramic and wood decorations that adorn the interior of the monument’s various spaces. Much of their work is carried out “in situ” when the works need to be restored in their original location, while pieces that have had to be dismantled or form part of the Alhambra Museum collection are restored in the workshop.
– During the visit, visitors will be able to see the different workshop facilities and learn about the restoration processes and methodologies used on pieces made of different materials. The planned itinerary includes the plasterwork and tile restoration workshop and the wood restoration workshop, lasting approximately an hour and a half. The visit will be conducted by restorers from the Conservation Service of the Alhambra and Generalife Trust.
– The activity is free of charge upon registration and is designed for people over the age of 18. It will take place on 27 January at 11.30 a.m. Places will be allocated in strict order of application and confirmed by email. The application form will be open to the public on Thursday 22 January at 12 noon.
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Website: https://tickets.alhambra-patronato.es/en/

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Taxi
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Check All Lottery Results Here: Updated daily.
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Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/

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DigameXtra No. 3169 Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

On January 20, 2026January 19, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Competa– San Sebastián Feria del Barrio: Sat, 24 Jan.
Neighbourhood festival in honour of Saint Sebastian
9:30 AM: Parade by the municipal band.
11:00 AM: Mass in honour of Saint Sebastian at the Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption.
12:00 PM: Procession of Saint Sebastian through the neighbourhood streets.
2:30 PM: Tasting of migas accompanied by local wine.
2:30 PM: The party begins with Kalima Orchestra and El Cenachero.
6:00 PM: Great performance by Sombra y Luz.

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Feedback On Autism Article:
Hi Naythan, I was so happy to see your post today about the CDC.
The changes are long overdue. I think it might be helpful for your subscribers to know that in the U.S., the rate of autism is currently 1 in 31 children, higher in California at 1 in 27. There is an amazing film that is available for everyone to watch – for free. Thus far, over 1 million people from around the world have watched this documentary. It’s called ‘An Inconvenient Study’ (2025). It won the Best Picture award at the Malibu film festival this past spring. Here’s the link that your subscribers can use if they’re interested in learning about this reality in the U.S. and watching the free movie:
[ https://www.aninconvenientstudy.com/ ]
The film documents a large-scale research project that compares vaccinated children against unvaccinated children across ALL health categories. It exposes, through hidden camera, why this research was prevented from seeing the light. This is not unusual for research that is inconvenient to mainstream medicine.
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News Note: All the Spanish media is focused on the train wreck. Every politician and association is making press releases about it. Everything else appears to be on hold, so there is limited other news to report on today that I have not previously covered.

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SPAIN

The shocking aerial images that reveal the magnitude of the Adamuz train wreck- this is what the two trains look like on the tracks: {Translation, summary}
– Aerial footage of the Adamuz train crash site show the magnitude of the tragedy in which 39 people have died so far and hundreds have been injured, 12 of them very seriously. In them you can see the damaged Iryo and Alvia trains. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/las-primeras-imagenes-aereas-tragico-accidente-tren-adamuz_6922834_0.html & Video Link

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New rise in butane bottles- the price reaches €15.58 from this Tuesday: {Translation, summary}
– The update comes backed by a resolution published on the Official State Gazette (BOE). The adjustment is moderate, but it will be felt in millions of households. The new retail cap is set at 15.58 euros, which represents an increase in the 0,7% compared to the amount marked in the previous review.
Source, Spanish: https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/andalucia/nueva-subida-butano-precio-alcanza-1558-euros-martes/202601191217233197295.html ]

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The fact Sánchez doesn’t want you to know- Spain has the highest inflation rate among Europe’s major economies: {Translation, summary}
– Spain’s families face falling living standards despite Government claims of an economic miracle under Pedro Sánchez, as 2025 average annual inflation hit 2.7 per cent, highest among major European economies, with big-picture, cherry picked statistics failing to improve daily life.
– Spain’s 2025 full-year average inflation totalled 2.7 per cent (down one tenth from 2024). The underlying inflation rate stayed at 2.6 per cent annually. December’s inflation rate was 2.9 per cent (one tenth below November’s). Food prices rose to 3 per cent annual inflation in December due to higher legumes, vegetables, oils and fats.
– Germany’s 2025 average was 2.2 per cent (December 1.8 per cent); Italy’s IPCA annual average 1.7 per cent (December 1.2 per cent); France 0.8 per cent excluding rent/tobacco. These figures expose the gap between official cheer and real household costs. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-01-19/el-dato-que-sanchez-no-quiere-que-sepas-espana-registra-la-mayor-inflacion-de-las-grandes-economias-de-europa-7344130/

NERJA

Environmentalists denounce tightrope walking and zip lines on a watchtower in the Maro cliffs area: {Translation, summary}
– The Axarquía Nature Study Office (GENA–Ecologists in Action) has denounced dangerous tightrope walking and zip-line activities at the ruined eighteenth-century Paper Mill Watchtower in the Maro-Cerro Gordo Cliffs natural area, a protected Cultural Interest Asset (BIC).
– The historic structure, on the Red List since 2022 due to decay, is being used for unauthorised rope anchors, risking lives, heritage and surrounding habitats in this Natura 2000 Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and SPAMI site. GENA calls the acts “wholly incompatible” with strict protections under Andalusia’s natural spaces law and blames regional authorities for “passivity” amid a pattern of abuses, including recent illegal clearing near El Cañuelo beach, illegal camping, rubbish, off-path vehicles and loose dogs. “The problem is structural,” they warn, as the area becomes a “theme park without rules” that threatens biodiversity. GENA demands immediate intervention by the Andalusian Sustainability Department to halt practices, impose sanctions and boost patrols, stressing that delay risks irreversible harm. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/ecologistas-denuncian-funambulismo-torre-vigia-paraje-maro-20260118210445-nt_amp.html

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Larios begins to demolish buildings on his agricultural estates in the fertile plain of Maro: {Translation, summary}
– Sociedad Azucarera Larios has begun demolishing rental homes in the Maro plain near Nerja after announcing the end of about 400 lease contracts, affecting some eighty families. The first demolition, of tenant Loli Fernández’s home, caused public outrage after being carried out without prior warning, allegedly with her belongings still inside. Local groups accuse the company of evicting residents without transparency or legal clarity, while Fernández has filed a Civil Guard complaint.
– Sociedad Azucarera Larios says the plan aims to restore 150 hectares of farmland to “strictly agricultural” use by removing irregular buildings and water tanks before summer 2026. Residents argue this policy erases long-standing communities and sustainable farming projects. Meanwhile, the company’s stalled “Maro Golf” development, including a golf course, 500 homes and three hotels, remains under review. Political leaders urge mediation and support for affected families, and Nerja’s mayor notes the land may ultimately retain agricultural rather than urban use. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/derribo-maro-construcciones-fincas-agricolas-20260117183159-nt_amp.html

ALHAURÍN DE LA TORRE

Alhaurín de la Torre will host its annual Callejea festival on Saturday 24 January: {Translation, summary}
– It’s a free, open event celebrating citizen participation tied to San Sebastián festivities. From 11:00 a.m. until late into the night, Reales Alcázares Street near the Old Quarter and the expanded Fairground venue will pulse with live music across two stages, family workshops, storytelling sessions, children’s play areas, parades, breakdance exhibitions, and a circus spectacle titled Meeting Point. Local associations will showcase their work at numerous stands, reinforcing the event’s community spirit.
**Full Callejea 2026 Programme in Alhaurín de la Torre**
11:00 – Motorcycle route (departure: La Chorisia roundabout).
11:30 – Children’s workshops by the Junior Reporters Association on Reales Alcázares Street.
11:30 – Solidarity handicrafts workshop by Vites Association on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – Children’s workshop “Colour Explosion: create your tie-dye socks” on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – “Ecological Vegetable Garden” workshop on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – Children’s workshop “Experiment with MAE” on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – Children’s workshop “Seed Mandalas” on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – Children’s workshop “Building Instruments with Cane” on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – Children’s workshop “Insect Hotel” on Reales Alcázares Street.
12:00 – African storytelling “Benn Bes” at the Fairground.
12:00 – Beatbox workshop in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
12:30 – Parade and performances by cultural and folk associations on Reales Alcázares Street.
13:00 – Breakdance exhibition by Each One, Teach One at the Fairground.
13:30 – “Introduction to DJing” workshop in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
13:30 – Circus “Meeting Point” at the Fairground.
15:00 – Bauer at the Fairground.
15:00 – Chanwei in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
16:45 – Lady Shakes in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
16:45 – Morochos at the Fairground.
18:45 – Melón Diesel at the Fairground.
18:45 – Fitopaldis in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
20:45 – Mr. Proper in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
20:45 – La Cabra Mecánica at the Fairground.
22:30 – We Are Not DJs at the Fairground.
22:30 – Jil Jilala in Councillor José González Velasco Square.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/la-farola/callejea-festival-gratuito-alhaurin-torre-melon-diesel-cabra-mecaninca-sabado_0_2005671266.html

EUROPE

Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff in Portugal’s presidential election:
– The leader of a hard-right populist party placed second in Portugal’s presidential election Sunday in a stunning outcome and will face a centre-left opponent in a runoff vote next month that could bring another political breakthrough for Europe’s growing far-right parties, according to near-complete results.
– With almost 98% of votes counted, André Ventura, leader of the Chega (Enough) party that he founded less than seven years ago, captured 24% of the vote and placed second behind centre-left Socialist candidate António José Seguro who led with almost 31%. They will face off in a second-round ballot between the two top candidates on Feb. 8. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/portugal-presidential-election-candidates-populist-runoff-9c9976eaff53e70f28050a3556288622

HEALTH

Wounds that do not heal? The biological mechanism that slows down skin repair (and how to turn it off): {Translation, summary}
– An international team led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has uncovered a ground-breaking approach to heal chronic wounds infected by antibiotic-resistant bacteria, addressing a global health crisis that claims countless limbs yearly.
– The Problem: Chronic wounds like diabetic foot ulcers strike 18.6 million people worldwide annually, mainly among diabetics and the elderly. Opportunistic Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) thwarts healing by generating hydrogen peroxide through extracellular electron transfer (EET), sparking oxidative stress. This triggers the unfolded protein response in keratinocytes, halting cell migration and repair, while rising antibiotic resistance complicates treatment and raises amputation risks.
– The Solution: Researchers neutralised the threat using catalase, a natural antioxidant enzyme that dismantles hydrogen peroxide, slashing cellular stress and restoring wound closure. Tests with EET-deficient bacterial strains confirmed the mechanism. Antioxidant-infused dressings promise a swift, resistance-proof therapy, fast-tracking from lab to clinic via animal studies toward human trials. Source, Spanish: https://www.infosalus.com/asistencia/noticia-heridas-no-cicatrizan-identifican-mecanismo-biologico-frena-reparacion-piel-desactivarlo-20260119081049.html

TECH

DoctorLaptop’s Tips #122
A Better Search Engine- FREESPOKE:
– There is a new, free to use search engine that some people will find a great improvement over Google, DuckDuckGo, etc. It’s called Freespoke. It’s ad-free, it’s private, it’s bias-free, it’s not owned by big-tech (It’s owned by the wealthy owner of the Chicago Cubs baseball team, not a technocrat.) and you can choose if you want a simple web search, or an AI assisted search, from the search bar.
**From their website**
– It’s Built Different From the Ground Up. A lot of products claim to offer an alternative to Big Tech, but underneath the surface, they’re still using Big Tech’s pipes. Freespoke isn’t that. We’re not a reskinned Google experience, and we’re not “lipstick on the pig.” We built our own web crawler, our own web index, and offer a full privacy promise that keeps your searches your own. No borrowing from Google. No dependency on their data. No backdoor ties.
– We have real respect for where Google started. In the early days, they understood a simple truth: a search engine monetized by ads will eventually privilege advertisers over consumers. Their founders said it outright. And then, as the business changed, they crossed that line — a kind of dark night of the soul — and the incentives shifted. The user became the product.
– That’s why Freespoke exists. We knew the world needed a truly independent search engine — one that doesn’t lean on Google’s crawler, Google’s index, or Google’s surveillance model. A search engine that gives people transparent results, not algorithmic nudges. A search engine that actually keeps its promises.
– Freespoke is built from the ground up to serve one audience: you.
– You can use it here for free: https://freespoke.com/
– {I am still testing it out. I am very pleased with the results so far. So much so that I’ve even made it the default search engine in my browser. -Ed.}

SPACE

Massive High-Velocity Coronal Mass Ejection Blasts From Sun, Earth Impact Possible In Days:
– The Space Weather Prediction Center issued an alert Sunday afternoon after a powerful X1.9 solar flare erupted on the Sun, with the space weather event expected to produce an Earth-directed coronal mass ejection (CME). Stefan Burns, a geophysicist and space weather forecaster, wrote on X that the X1.9 flare is “insane” and will produce a “huge coronal mass ejection.”
– “A huge coronal mass ejection has been launched toward Earth at high velocity. We will have a BIG solar storm impact in 2 to 3 days. Expect at least G3 geomagnetic storming. Early forecasts are liable to revision as more data comes in,” Burns said.
– The X-class flare can disrupt radio and navigation immediately. The larger risk comes from the expected CME in the coming days, which can trigger geomagnetic storms that affect power grids, satellites, aviation, and the modern economy built on chips and data centers. Full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/massive-high-velocity-coronal-mass-ejection-blasts-sun-earth-impact-possible-days

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On January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Rincón de la Victoria announces the programming of the Candelaria fair with more than 50 activities:
– Friday 23 January, 20:00: Proclamation by Brother Bike Cycling Club and presentation of announcement poster (Church of Our Lady of Candelaria).
– Thursday 29 January: Traditional lunch for seniors, with performances by castanet group (Rocío Borrezo), women of Benalbina, and José Ortíz. (Dedicated to seniors.)
– Thursday 29 January to Monday 2 February: Main fair activities (over 50 total), including local groups, artists, traditional games, music (Triana, Tamara Jerez, Mecamela), children’s events, religious acts (Torre de Benagalbón).
– Friday 30 January, 19:00: Procession of Our Lady of Candelaria (streets of Torre de Benagalbón).
– Monday 2 February, 19:00: Procession of Saint Joseph (streets of Torre de Benagalbón).
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SPAIN

Pedro’s Alternate Reality- Sánchez assures that no region will oppose the financing model agreed with Junqueras, despite the fact that 14 out of 15 regions rejected it last week: {Translation, summary}
– Pedro Sánchez declared that every Spanish region will support the new regional financing system, assuring that no community will lose funding. The plan, developed after an agreement with ERC leader Oriol Junqueras, could grant Catalonia 4.7 billion euros annually if approved by Parliament. Despite criticism from Socialist and Popular regions, Sánchez defended the proposal as part of an “extraordinary agreement” among progressive forces and said it would inject an additional 21 billion euros into public services. He argued that it addresses fiscal inequality favouring Madrid and expressed determination to see it approved this year. Referring to Catalonia’s “new generation” statute, Sánchez said such frameworks allow autonomous tax management and should guide future arrangements. However, he acknowledged that the current plan may still be insufficient but reiterated his government’s commitment to fulfilling established agreements.
– {Editor’s Comment: 14 out of 15 autonomous communities rejected Sánchez’s regional financing plan last week, creating a clear contradiction with his claim of inevitable universal support. Only Catalonia backed the proposal, while other regions, including both PP and PSOE controlled, decried the lack of any negotiations and pointed to specific biases favouring Catalonia. Even PSOE-led regions like Castilla-La Mancha, of Sanchez’s own party, explicitly opposed it. Sánchez’s framing of the plan as a non-negotiable win clashes with this near-unanimous regional rejection, strongly suggesting Sanchez’s view is delusional. Look at this recent photo. Pedro’s rapid change in appearance shows him thinner & greyer than ever; is his declining physique reflected in his mental capacity? Some would say so. -Ed.} Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/espana/sanchez-asegura-que-ninguna-comunidad-dira-nuevo-modelo-financiacion-autonomica_20260118696ca820384d9f038d911114.html

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At least 21 dead and dozens seriously injured after two trains derailed in Adamuz (Cordoba ): {Translation, summary}
– At least 21 people have died and 70 have been injured following a derailment of two high-speed trains on Sunday evening at Adamuz in Cordoba province. An Iryo service from Malaga to Madrid left the track at 19:39 while passing through a track junction, crossed into the adjacent track, and collided with a Renfe Alvia travelling from Madrid to Huelva, causing both trains to derail. The worst losses occurred in the first two Alvia coaches, which were carrying 53 people. Several Iryo carriages also overturned.
– Emergency services, including the Military Emergency Unit, mounted a major response, with the most serious casualties taken to regional hospitals and others sheltered locally. Rail traffic between Madrid and Andalusia has been completely suspended, disrupting thousands of passengers. Authorities opened helplines and psychological support points. The causes remain unknown and are considered unusual given the straight track and the relative newness of the Iryo train. Leaders expressed concern, coordination, and condolences throughout the night. Adif has set up the 900101020 telephone number to attend to the relatives of the victims of the two trains derailed this Sunday in Adamuz. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/cordoba/dos-trenes-descarrilan-cordoba-obligan-suspender-circulacion-alta-velocidad-entre-madrid-andalucia_6922660_0.html

VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Fishermen of Vélez Málaga in the face of EU regulations- “If it continues like this, we will have to quit fishing, it is not profitable”: {Translation, summary}
– Fishermen in Caleta de Vélez, Málaga, are protesting against recent EU Regulation 2023/2842, which imposes stricter controls on fishing operations. The amendment obliges vessels over 12 metres to report their return to port four hours in advance and to weigh catches of one kilogram or more on board with a 20% margin of error, drastically reduced from the previous 50 kilograms. Fishermen argue these measures are unworkable at sea due to constant motion, making accurate weighing impossible. Many call the rules “abusive,” noting they risk fines, loss of subsidies, and reduced profitability. The National Federation of Fishermen’s Guilds has advanced a meeting to 19 January, while all Spanish fish markets plan to close that day in protest. Fishermen demand greater flexibility, warning that current conditions make their livelihood unsustainable, though they remain determined to defend traditional fishing as a viable and dignified trade. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/velez-malaga/sector-pesquero-pescadores-velez-malaga-nueva-normativa-ue_0_2005640123.html

SPANISH ROYALS

Letizia, Leonor and Sofia dress with absolute solemnity and discreet elegance for the last goodbye of Irene of Greece:
– Photos, source: https://www.larazon.es/lifestyle/moda/letizia-leonor-sofia-visten-absoluta-solemnidad-elegancia-discreta-ultimo-adios-irene-grecia_20260117696b72f95b0f0226996a6293.html

CANADA

I would like to know exactly what Mark Carney means when he says Canada’s partnership with China “sets us up well for the New World Order.”:
– “Mine is the first visit of a Canadian Prime Minister to China in nearly a decade. The world has changed much since that last visit. And I believe the progress that we have made and the partnership sets us up well for the New World Order.” – Canadian PM Mark Carney. Notice how Carney strongly emphasizes “New World Order”. Video Link

EUROPE

President of the European Council convenes an extraordinary summit to discuss the crisis over Greenland with EU leaders: {Translation, summary}
– Trump previously said he is considering putting tariffs on EU countries that oppose the USA taking possession of Greenland.
– António Costa, President of the European Council, has now called an extraordinary summit to discuss the growing crisis with the United States over Greenland.
– This follows updated threats from the Trump administration to take control of the territory and impose tariffs on European countries that joined Denmark in military exercises on the island this past week. Costa announced the summit in a social media statement, highlighting the importance of recent events and the need for better coordination. This follows a meeting in Brussels with ambassadors from the 27 EU member states to address rising tensions in transatlantic relations. The summit will be held in person in Brussels, with sources suggesting it may take place later in the week, most likely on Thursday, though this date is still unconfirmed. The summit aims to discuss and resolve the issues related to Greenland and the strained relations between the EU and the US. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/internacional/antonio-costa-convoca-cumbre-extraordinaria-abordar-lideres-ue-crisis-groenlandia_6922671_0.html

HEALTH

USA Center For Disease Control (CDC) states that the long-standing claim “vaccines do not cause autism” is “not an evidence-based claim” because scientific studies “have not ruled out the possibility that infant vaccines cause autism.”: {Summary}
– This is a change that could reshape one of the most politically charged and emotionally fraught debates in modern medicine. In a CDC website update published on 19 November 2025, the agency now states that the long-standing claim “vaccines do not cause autism” is “not an evidence-based claim” because scientific studies “have not ruled out the possibility that infant vaccines cause autism.”
– The page also acknowledges that “studies supporting a link have been ignored by health authorities.”
– It’s difficult to overstate the significance of these statements. For nearly two decades, they would have been unthinkable for a federal public health agency.
– The CDC explains the shift by pointing to the Data Quality Act, which requires federal communications to accurately reflect the evidence. Because studies have not excluded the possibility that infant vaccines could contribute to autism, the agency concedes that its long-standing categorical statement was not scientifically justified. The update states plainly that “scientific uncertainty remains, particularly for vaccines administered in the first year of life.” Full article: https://brownstone.org/articles/cdc-quietly-rewrites-its-vaccine-autism-guidance/

TECH

DoctorLaptop’s Tips #121
– Router Updates: Most router manufacturers have released updates for the new year. Not doing the update can slow your Internet speeds down by up tp 90%! Doing the update is simple. Simply power off your router, and the secondary router power box if you have one, and let them sit 2 minutes. Then restart them both. There will be a few minutes delay as the update is installed. Your router lights may flash as the update installs. When the lights quit blinking, go back to your device and re-connect to your network. Many devices will reconnect automatically. You can do internet speed tests before and after to see the improvement for yourself. If there is no improvement, then you were already up to date.
– Watching Hi-Definition Video Files On Windows With A Media Player: As long as your screen/monitor is less than 10 years old, it should be able to play hi-def video clearly. If you play high quality HD/FHD/UHD/4K/DVD/BLURAY videos, p1080 & above, on your Windows computer, and are disappointed with the image quality, the problem may be the media player you’re using. VLC Player, first released in 2001, the same year Windows XP, is by far the most popular media player, and has been for years, but it is now showing its age. Many people report VLC struggles with hi-def content. The best media player option I have found is “Pot Player”. Hi-def videos I watch on Pot Player seem sharper and clearer than when played on VLC Player. You can try it out by downloading if from here and installing it. Use the 64bit version: https://potplayer.tv/

OTHER

Human Evolution- ‘Our Ultimate Fate Comes Down To Three Possibilities’: {Summary}
– Human progress has accelerated enormously—from the advent of cars replacing horses about a century ago to the emergence of smartphones just two decades past. While the world around us has changed beyond recognition, our bodies and minds appear largely static. Yet, as Dr. Scott Solomon of Rice University argues, humanity is still evolving. Over the last 10,000 years, humans have slightly diminished in size and jaw strength, but evolution continues—just at a slower pace than societal transformation.
– In his book ‘Future Humans’, Solomon outlines three possible evolutionary outcomes. The first, remaining unchanged, is unlikely since no species in Earth’s history has been static. The second, extinction, is statistically far more probable than people like to admit, as 99 percent of all species have eventually vanished due to natural disasters, pandemics, or self-inflicted catastrophe.
– The third and most intriguing prospect is speciation—humans evolving into new forms. Solomon’s newer work, ‘Becoming Martian’, suggests this could occur if humans colonize other planets. Isolated populations on Mars or elsewhere might, within ten generations, diverge genetically enough to become new species. As we inhabit new worlds, humanity could evolve into diverse offshoots—echoing Darwin’s vision. Full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/human-evolution-our-ultimate-fate-comes-down-three-possibilities

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– Rincón de la Victoria introduces DNA checks to catch owners who fail to pick up dog poo {pic}
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/eastern-costa-sol-town-introduces-dna-checks-20260115170837-nt.html
– Alhaurín de la Torre council cares for 2,000 stray cats
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/guadalhorce-valley/alhaurin-torre-council-cares-for-2000-stray-20260116113800-nt.html

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Ambulance: 061
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DigameXtra No. 3167 WEEKEND EDITION Friday, January 16th, 2026

On January 16, 2026January 16, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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California Motor Show in Vélez-Málaga: 6 Shows
16-18 & 23-25 Jan.
Exhibition Centre – Vélez-Málaga
Av. del Rey Juan Carlos I, 48, 29740 Vélez-Málaga
Don’t miss the California Motor Show, a unique spectacle that fuses the action of the big screen with the indomitable power of the most impressive vehicles. We are Film & TV Specialists and we bring the magic of cameras directly to the track. Witness controlled destruction and mastery behind the wheel with our themed Monster Trucks, directly inspired by your favourite movies and series. Gravity-defying jumps and stunts!
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Tribute to Jimi Hendrix – Band of Gypsys (Malaga): Sat, 17 Jan, 22:30
Sala Trinchera, C/ Parauta 25, Malaga
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Algarrobo’s weekend celebration of its patron saint, San Sebastián: Sat, 17 – Tues, 20, January:
– Algarrobo’s festivities for its patron saint, San Sebastián, feature a full weekend of public entertainment and performances in Parque de la Escalerilla.
– The main programme starts this Saturday in the Parque de la Escalerilla with late-night performances by the act Mecamela (23:00), followed by a set from DJ Luigy (00:30).
– The entertainment continues on Sunday, commencing with a traditional pasacalles street procession accompanied by a panda de verdiales. This is followed by the dance group Onda Sonora. A central social event is a communal lunch where the establishment Cortijo Paco serves migas, accompanied by free wine tastings (14:00). The afternoon schedule includes further dances with music from Miguel Botana and Onda Sonora, and a performance by Dany Cantos Company. To ensure access, the council is providing complimentary bus services from neighbouring areas throughout the weekend.
– The festivities will conclude on Tuesday with a final mass and a traditional street procession.

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Deya & Albertus- Guitar Nomads: Sun 18 Jan, 5pm
Ermita de San José y Santa Rita
Camino de la Ermita 7, La Herradura
We are Deya & Albertus, a duo of guitarists and singer-songwriters who combine passions, styles, and cultures to create unique musical moments. Our music is a bridge between the classical and the contemporary, featuring original compositions and reinterpretations that go straight to the heart. Adults 15€ / Under 12 Free
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Jazz Competa presents: Thurs, 22 Jan
The Daniel Amat-Francis Posé Trio at Siddhartha on the Rock in Cómpeta. Doors open 6pm. Music from 9pm. Tickets available now direct from Siddhartha at €20 pp. If you have problems getting the tickets please email jazzcompeta@gmail.com ; mitchbanjo@hotmail.com or whatsapp 616891473.
A special menu is available on the night or just come along for the concert.
The Daniel Amat-Francis Posé Trio blends Cuban rhythm, Spanish lyricism, and dynamic jazz improvisation, powered by pianist Amat, bassist Posé, and drummer Jessie Valdés.
Supported by The Cool Cats featuring New York jazz singer Pamela.
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Two “Soapbox” Comments From N.T.:
1. Constant noise pollution from light aircraft.
Has anyone, other than me, noticed the daily onslaught of light aircraft constantly flying overhead, disturbing our peace with their droning engines? This has been going on for many months and is particularly annoying in the summer months when one is enjoying time outside.
It would appear, subject to correction, that these planes originate from flight training schools at the airfield in Velez-Malaga and fly, at least, over Nerja, Maro, La Herradura and Almuñécar.
With the noise emanating from above, this impinges on thousands of people at the same time. They seem to fly to different altitudes and often several times back and forth. Sometimes they stop and start their engines and often accelerate which increases the noise significantly.
Clearly we need to train pilots so the occasional flight could be tolerated but this repeated, often daily noise intrusion over land, which often starts before 9am, constitutes a public nuisance.
If sufficient people join me on this soapbox then I will be motivated to investigate.
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2. I applaud Naythan’s gentle approach and restraint in raising funds to support DigameXtra, however I think it is disappointing that so few folk have donated, considering the number of subscribers. If you are reading this and have not donated I trust you will feel sufficiently guilty to do something about it and not continue to ride on the purses and generosity of the few.
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AXARQUÍA

The rains return this Friday to the Axarquía to give way to a cold weekend: {Translation, summary}
– The Axarquía will face a sharp return of instability and cold from Friday, with rain affecting the whole district, especially in the morning and evening as several fronts pass through. The weekend will bring a clear drop in temperatures and a wintry atmosphere, with frost likely in higher inland areas.
– On Friday, light to moderate rainfall is expected across the region, mainly on the eastern coast, with the snow line descending from 1,800 to 1,400 metres. By Saturday, scattered showers may reappear at dawn, and the snow line will fall to around 1,000 or 1,200 metres. Temperatures will continue dropping, with light frosts in the eastern sierras and light variable winds prevailing. Sunday will remain cold, with minimums between 0 and 3 degrees inland and maximums between 7 and 11. Coastal towns will stay milder, recording minimums of 4 to 7 degrees and highs around 13 to 15 degrees. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/las-lluvias-vuelven-este-viernes-a-la-axarquia-para-dar-paso-a-un-fin-de-semana-frio/

TORROX

Torrox reinforces its security with the incorporation of four new agents to the Local Police: {Translation, summary}
– Torrox Town Council has reinforced security in the municipality with the addition of four new officers to the Local Police force. The new officers took up their posts in the Town Council’s plenary hall on Monday. They will be joined by another eight trainee police officers throughout this month, bringing the total number of officers to 40. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2026/01/14/torrox-agentes-policia-local-seguridad-125667388.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

Three arrested in Rincón de la Victoria for a violent assault and a subsequent robbery in a home: {Translation, summary}
– Three people have been arrested in Rincón de la Victoria after a violent assault that led to serious injuries and two robberies against the same victim. The initial attack occurred on 19 December, when three assailants beat a local resident and stole jewellery, a gold chain, and cash before fleeing in a luxury car. Days later they returned, using a key stolen in the robbery, to enter his home, where they caused significant damage and took valuables worth about 60,000 euros. Two suspects were caught leaving the property, one carrying a sock filled with jewellery and money, the other with nearly 1,000 euros. A coordinated search with local police led to the capture of a third suspect and recovery of the vehicle used. All three detainees were placed in provisional custody by judicial order. The investigation and arrests were carried out by the Guardia Civil’s Rincón de la Victoria team. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/tres-detenidos-rincon-de-la-victoria-violento-asalto-posterior-robo-en-vivienda/

BENAGALBÓN

Benagalbón opens the calendar of fairs in the municipality with the festivities in honour of the Virgen de lah Candelaria: {Translation, summary}
– The fair will host from January 29 to February 2 an extensive program with more than 50 activities for all audiences.
– Friday 23 January: Presentation of the poster by photographer Nico Canela and the opening proclamation by the Brother Bike Cycling Club at 8:00 p.m. in the Church of Our Lady of Candelaria.
– Thursday 29 January: Official opening of the Candelaria Fair in Benagalbón. Traditional lunch for the elderly with performances by the Castanets Group, Rocío Borrezo, the women of Benagalbón, and José Ortiz. Celebration of Children’s Day with attractions at half price.
– Friday 30 January: Procession of Our Lady of Candelaria at 7:00 p.m. through the streets of Benagalbón.
– From Thursday 29 January to Monday 2 February: General festivities of the Candelaria Fair, featuring over 50 activities, traditional games, concerts (Triana, Tamara Jerez, Mecamela), children’s entertainment, and religious acts.
– Monday 2 February: Procession of Saint Joseph at 7:00 p.m., concluding the celebrations.
Official programme: https://www.rincondelavictoria.es/sites/default/files/2026-01/Programacion%20completa%20Feria%20Benagalb%C3%B3n%202026.pdf

ARENAS

Race Info- The registration period is open for the VII Trail Bentomiz Arenas Xtreme “Ruta del Mudéjar” to be held on Sunday, February 8: {Translation, summary}
– For the Vélez Rincón Dental Athletics Club, it is an honour to take part in the organisation of a race like this one, which passes through all the most emblematic spots of the municipality of Arenas. This route offers spectacular views and numerous paths and old mule tracks that have been recently restored, revealing Arab remains at several points along the route, explained the representative of the group.
– The race covers 17 kilometres with an elevation gain of 927 metres, starting and finishing at the Valle Inclán Primary School (CEIP Valle Inclán) in Arenas. It will begin at 9:45 a.m. Registration closes on 25 January and can be completed at [ www.atletismovelez.es ]. Race bibs can be collected at the El Ingenio Shopping Centre on Friday the 6th from 5 to 7 p.m., on Saturday the 7th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and at the trail start from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m.
– There will be trophies for the top three overall finishers and medals for the top three in each category. All participants will receive a runner’s pack including a quality technical T-shirt, and every athlete will be awarded a finisher’s medal.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/el-plazo-de-inscripcion-para-la-vii-trail-bentomiz-arenas-xtreme-ruta-del-mudejar-que-se-celebrara-el-domingo-8-de-febrero/

COMARES

Comares celebrates its popular festival this Saturday in honour of its patron saint and protector, Saint Hilary of Poitiers: {Translation, summary}
***Saturday 17 January***
– 9:00 a.m.: The celebration of the Fiesta in honour of Saint Hilary of Poitiers begins with the diana floreada (morning musical parade) performed by the Benamocarra Music Band.
– 11:00 a.m.: Rociero-style mass celebrated with the performance of the Balcón de la Axarquía Municipal Choir.
– After the mass: Procession of the town’s patron, Saint Hilary of Poitiers, through the streets of Comares, accompanied by the Benamocarra Music Band and the panda de verdiales Arroyo Concas, in the Comares style.
– Midday (Plaza Balcón de la Axarquía): Popular paella prepared by local residents, with tastings of traditional local products and regional wine.
– From 3:00 p.m.: Festival continues with live music from the group Onda Sonora.
– From 6:30 p.m.: Music session by DJs The Bread Brokers concludes the day’s festivities.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/comares-celebra-este-sabado-fiesta-popular-honor-patron-san-hilario-de-poitiers/

ALHAURÍN DE LA TORRE

Forbidden to climb the Sierra de Alhaurín this Saturday, there will be a wild boar hunt in progress: {Translation, summary}
– This Saturday, 17 January, from 07:30 to 16:30 hours, a boar drive with firearms will take place in part of the mountain range of the municipality. The drive will occur in the hunting ground of the public forest MA-10769, La Mezquita-Arroyo Blanquillo, known as Sierra Llana, according to the Alhaurin de la Torre Town Hall.
– For safety reasons, the Town Hall requests that no one go or carry out any activity in the mountain range during the established time, especially at the following access and transit points: the Arroyo Blanquillo, the Arroyo Zambrana, Jabalcuza (Pozo Povea area) and the Arroyo del Pinar.
Likewise, it requests that no other track, path or access likely to be used by hikers, cyclists or nature enthusiasts be accessed. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/municipios/2026/01/15/batida-caza-jabalies-sierra-alhaurin-torre-125720120.html

EUROPE

Blast in Utrecht residential neighbourhood causes widespread damage, unknown casualties under rubble:
– An explosion on a residential street in the centre of the Dutch city of Utrecht injured at least four people Thursday, an emergency services official said. The cause of the blast was not immediately known. The explosion, which caused a blaze and widespread damage, occurred mid afternoon, sending people running into nearby shopping streets. Firefighters tried to douse the flames but were not immediately able to enter damaged homes because of fears of structural damage.
– Emergency services spokesman Sjaak Haasnoot said the four people injured were taken to the city’s hospital. The extent of their injuries was not known. It was unclear if there were any casualties. “It is very difficult at the moment to say how many victims are under the rubble,” Haasnoot said. “The fire department cannot enter the building because it is still unstable.” Full article: https://apnews.com/article/netherlands-utrecht-explosion-injuries-fire-b8d426ae3f9d14cbf726e509aec4defb

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New Czech government of populist leader Andrej Babiš wins a mandatory confidence vote:
– The Czech Republic’s new government led by populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš {pic} won a mandatory confidence vote in the lower house of Parliament on Thursday over its agenda aimed at steering the country away from supporting Ukraine and rejecting some key European Union policies.
– The political comeback by Babiš and his new alliance with two small government newcomers are expected to significantly redefine the nation’s foreign and domestic policies. Unlike the previous pro-Western government, Babiš has rejected any financial aid for Ukraine or guarantees for EU loans, joining the ranks of Viktor Orbán of Hungary and Robert Fico of Slovakia. Lawmakers voted 108-91 in favour of the coalition in the ballot that every new administration must win to govern.
– Coalition partner The Freedom Party sees no future for the Czechs in the EU and NATO, and wants to expel most of 380,000 Ukrainian refugees in the country. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/czech-new-government-confidence-vote-babis-34a9ee9ea171d70268112b146b8dbfa5

USA

Trump Threatens Insurrection Act for Minnesota:
– President Donald Trump warned Minnesota officials Thursday morning that unless they stop encouraging “professional agitators and insurrectionists” from attacking federal law enforcement officers, he will send U.S. troops to quell the violence. In a Truth Social post, Trump blasted what he called “corrupt politicians” in Minnesota and said if they “don’t obey the law” and don’t stop attacks on the “Patriots of I.C.E.,” he is prepared to invoke the Insurrection Act to “quickly put an end” to the unrest.
– The president’s warning comes as tensions spiked again in Minneapolis after a federal officer shot a man in the leg during an arrest attempt Wednesday night, federal officials said. The Department of Homeland Security said officers were attempting to take into custody an illegal migrant from Venezuela when the suspect fled by car, crashed into a parked vehicle, and ran. DHS said the officer was then attacked by three individuals — one wielding a shovel and another a broom handle — before the officer fired what the agency described as a defensive shot. Two additional suspects were taken into custody, and the wounded man’s injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
– Trump’s message frames Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Minnesota as a result of a breakdown of local leadership. That framing, he argues, has emboldened activists to escalate from protest to violence against officers carrying out lawful duties.
– In court this week, U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez did not immediately grant an emergency request from Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to halt the federal operation. Democrat Gov. Tim Walz, meanwhile, has portrayed the operation as heavy-handed and accused the federal government of provoking chaos — rhetoric Republicans argue only inflames the streets and invites further clashes. Full article: https://www.newsmax.com/us/donald-trump-threatens-insurrection-act/2026/01/15/id/1242249/

GASTRONOMIA

Fighting Back Against Insane Pizza Prices On Costa del Sol– No, paying €10 for a small personal 2 item pizza, or €12 for a portion of lasagne, is not normal: {Translation}
– If a pizzeria in one of the most expensive cities in Spain sells pizzas with unlimited items for just €6, why are you paying double? It’s just a cup of flour and a few ounces of toppings after all… Now, if they are serving it to you from a food-truck then maybe…hahaha!
– One of the cheapest pizzas (and lasagne & calzones) throughout the whole province of Malaga, Todo Pizza El Canijo, considered one of the “most savoury” pizzas in the territory, is served at a restaurant in Marbella that treasures three decades of history making these creations with handmade dough and fresh ingredients. This business has a unit price for all its pizzas, regardless of the number or type of ingredients included. It is Todo Pizza El Canijo, a venue in the centre of Marbella that claims to offer “the best pizzas in the city” by providing “the highest quality at the best price”.
– This restaurant offers its customers 28 different pizza/lasagne/calzone specialities for a single price of 6 euros– “No matter the quantity of ingredients you choose”. The only thing that alters this price is wanting a pizza half one flavour, half another, which would make the order cost one euro more.
– Moreover, their Bolognese lasagne, or calzones with up to four ingredients, cost just 6 euros.
– All this is available for home delivery or collection at its premises in Calle Virgen del Amparo number 1 in Marbella.
Its hours are from Tuesday to Sunday from 13.00 to 15.30 and from 18.30 to 00.00, while it remains closed on Mondays. For its part, this emblematic restaurant opens every public holiday of the year. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/15/pizzerias-baratas-malaga-restaurante-marbella-pizzas-mismo-precio-seis-euros-canijo-dv-125708868.html

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– Millie, 18 months, 30kg, a lovely friendly dog, gets on well with other dogs, walks well on a lead, and enjoys plenty of exercise, doing very well in her foster home.
– Bambi, 13 months, small to medium. Sadly due to illness of her owner, she is looking for a new home, currently in kennels, shy at first, and doesn’t like cats, good with dogs.
Please take a look at our website, where you will find more information and photos, plus details of other dogs and pups that we have in our care. Our adoption costs are 110e for pups that have been fully vaccinated, rabies, chip and passport. 180e for older dogs that have all vaccinations, neutered and passport. This contributes towards their vet and care costs, and helps us to continue rescuing abandoned dogs and cats.

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DigameXtra No. 3166 Thursday, January 15th, 2026

On January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 By naythandoctorlaptop

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Flamenco Show “De Raiz” in Almuñécar: Sat, 17 Jan, 7pm
Auditorio J. Martín Recuerda
Puerta de Granada 19, (18690) Almuñécar
A new proposal from Al Son del Arte– a flamenco show called De Raiz, featuring a stellar cast of artists. Eva Esquivel dancing; Sergio Gómez “El Coloroao” and Aroa Paloma singing; Luis Mariano on guitar.
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Flamenco In Progress- Torrox: Sat, 31 Jan, 8pm
Presenting a new show, “Cuestión de Tiempo” featuring Diego and Hugo Aguilar.
Teatro Villa de Torrox
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Davos Forum declares greatest threats to Spain are social polarisation, shortage of talent & lack of labour: {Translation, summary}
– The World Economic Forum, known as the Davos Forum, published the 2026 Global Risks Report on Wednesday as a prelude to next week’s meeting that will bring together the economic and political elite in Switzerland. They warn that social polarisation is already emerging as the main threat to Spain in a context marked by political fragmentation.
– In second place is the shortage of talent and the lack of labour, to which is added “insufficient” public services and social protection. specifically citing areas such as pensions, education and infrastructure. This is a wake-up call to the current government, which usually boasts of economic management and promoting the Welfare State. The list is completed by debt, which includes public, corporate and family, in addition to the lack of opportunities economic and unemployment. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/economia-y-finanzas/preocupacion-foro-economico-davos_6921084_0.html

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The summit on regional financing ends with the rejection of all the communities except Catalonia– After more than four hours of “presentation of a power point, Montero has only convinced Catalonia, for which this model has been made”: {Translation}
– The summit on the new system of regional financing proposed by the Government, held between Vice President María Jesús Montero {pic} and the regional Councillors for Economic Affairs within the Council for Fiscal and Financial Policy (CPFF), ended with the general rejection of the proposal by all the regions, both those governed by the Popular Party and the Socialists, except for Catalonia.
– All the economic Councillors, except for Alicia Romero of the PSC, expressed their outright rejection of the proposal. The Madrid Councillor, Rocío Albert, warned that the system would not advance in Congress, since the law regulating it would not receive sufficient support, given that “it does not even have the backing of its Government partners, nor the agreement of the investiture allies, nor that of any autonomous community except Catalonia. How is such an agreement to be approved?”, asked the Madrid Councillor.
– Albert ironically expressed her surprise “that Junqueras did not preside over this Council himself to present his model. He sent Montero to whitewash it. We shall not support a system in which Madrid contributes 83% more than it receives. We neither accept it nor shall we finance it, and we shall use all our legal means to ensure that it does not go ahead.”
– The Councillor from Murcia, Luis Alberto Marín, reproached the Minister, saying that “after four hours of PowerPoint, Montero has only convinced Catalonia, for whom this model was designed. It is very telling that over 95% of the regions represented in this Council for Fiscal and Financial Policy have shown our total rejection of a model that fails to solve funding problems, that is flawed from birth, created through bilateral relations with the separatists and secessionists.”
– In contrast, the Councillor for Economy and Finance of the Government of Catalonia, Alicia Romero (PSC), defended that the new model benefits all regions that were suffering from a situation of underfunding, thus denying that it is an agreement based on “a lack of solidarity” or “inequality” that would benefit only Catalonia. Source, Spanish: https://www.larazon.es/economia/cumbre…

ANDALUCÍA

Andalucia rejects Montero’s financing model for being a “tailor-made suit” for the independence movement and “without negotiation”: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalucian government, via its Minister Carolina España, has fiercely rejected the new regional financing model presented by Spain’s Finance Minister María Jesús Montero. Andalucia condemns the proposal as “arbitrary, opaque, and unjust,” characterising it as “caviar and champagne for the independence movement” at the expense of other regions like theirs.
– Key criticisms include the perceived “disloyalty” of negotiating bilaterally only with the Catalan pro independence party ERC, a lack of clear information and documentation provided, and the application of a favourable “bespoke” funding criterion for wealthier Catalonia.
– España accuses Montero of acting under electoral pressure from Andalucia’s upcoming vote and pressure from the government’s Catalan partners, prioritising political survival over equitable financing for all Spaniards. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/andalucia/andalucia-rechaza-modelo-financiacion-montero-por-ser-un-traje-medida-para-independentismo-sin-negociacion_6921225_0.html

MALAGA PROVINCE

Almost 30,000 people will participate in eleven sports circuits organised by the Provincial Council in all the regions: {Translation, summary}
– In this year 2026, nearly 30,000 people will participate in the eleven sports circuits organised by the Diputación de Málaga. These circuits, some with four decades of history, are held throughout the year in all the regions of the province with more than 200 sports events. In the last edition, about 70 municipalities participated.
– Juan Rosas, Vice President and Deputy for Sports, has detailed that the program includes the 40th Provincial Summer Swimming Circuit, the 20th Provincial Winter Swimming Circuit; the 34th Provincial Athletics Circuit; the 34th Provincial Karate Circuit; the 32nd 3×3 Basketball Circuit; the 32nd Chess Circuit; the 28th Cycling Circuit; the 26th Triathlon Circuit; the 25th Orientation Circuit; the VI Badminton Circuit and the IV Petanque Circuit.
– This Saturday the cycling and petanque circuits will start in Mijas and Torrox, and on Sunday swimming will begin in Vélez-Málaga, athletics in Coín and cycling in Istán.
– These circuits are open to people of all ages, from schoolchildren to the elderly, and both experienced athletes and those who are starting out in the different sports modalities can participate. Source, Spanish: https://www.teleprensa.com/articulo/…

TORROX

The historic restaurant in Torrox Costa La Pataleta reopens thanks to Verano Azul TV series: {Translation, summary}
– Jesús Mulero, a Catalan chef long enamoured with Málaga since his childhood viewing of Verano Azul, has realised his dream by opening La Pataleta Restaurant, Avenida de España 7, in Torrox Costa. Trained at the Bellart School and seasoned by international experience with Singular Hotel, he later founded a boutique hotel in Segovia before deciding to settle permanently in Málaga.
– La Pataleta combines a restaurant, gastrobar, chillout area, and takeaway service, employing up to ten people in high season and seating 130 guests. It will open every day, except Mondays. Every Saturday there will be concerts, monologues or shows. In addition, it will give up its space for exhibitions and meetings. Its cuisine focuses on meats and rice dishes inspired by Spanish tradition and Mulero’s travels, offering creations such as oxtail rice with wild mushrooms. Decorated in Mediterranean blue and white, La Pataleta also includes space for art and live entertainment, aiming to become a cultural hub. Mulero plans to live above the restaurant, declaring Málaga his final home and source of inspiration. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldebate.com/espana/andalucia/malaga/20260114/restaurante-historico-malaga-reabre-conocido-chef-catalan-gracias-verano-azul_374168.html

RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA

One step closer to a new health centre in Rincón de la Victoria: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Government must choose among ten bids for the construction of the new health centre in Rincón de la Victoria, a 15.2-million-euro project covering 7,400 square metres over four floors and a basement. The building, four times larger than the current facility, will include 44 consulting rooms and services such as Rehabilitation, Minor Surgery, Dentistry, Radiology and Mental Health. The plot, provided by the Town Council in Huerta Julián, spans 3,800 square metres and will also include car parks.
– The Town Council and the Andalusian Health Service formalised cooperation in 2021, and the basic design was awarded to San Cecilio Studio and Fresneda & Zamora Arquitectura. Construction is expected to last 22 months. Regional Minister Antonio Sanz confirmed a 2-million-euro budget allocation for 2026. Mayor Francisco Salado welcomed the project, noting it fulfils residents’ long-standing demand for a facility suited to the town’s 50,000 inhabitants. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/axarquia/rincon/diez-ofertas-construir-nuevo-centro-salud-rincon-20260112110450-nt_amp.html

UK

Government drops plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK:
– The government has dropped plans requiring workers to sign up to a new digital ID system in order to prove their right to work in the UK. Instead, Labour ministers say existing checks, using documents such as biometric passports, will move fully online by 2029.
– Speaking at Prime Minster’s Questions, the Tory leader welcomed the government’s climbdown, branding the initial digital ID plan a “rubbish policy”. But she said the change of approach showed Sir Keir was “blowing around like a plastic bag in the wind”, predicting that Labour would next U-turn on its controversial plans to scale back jury trials.
– Nearly three million people have signed a parliamentary petition opposing the introduction of digital IDs. Full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3385zrrx73o

SPORTS

Tennis News- Malaga native Davidovich beats Hijikata (6-3 and 6-2) and in the next round he will face Valentin Vacherot: {Translation, summary}
– The Malaga native Alejandro Davidovich has reached the quarterfinals of the Adelaide, of category ATP 250 and which is played on hard surface, after beating in the second round Rinky Hijikata (6-3, 6-2).
– Davidovich, the tournament’s number one seed, easily overcame Hijikata in one hour and 23 minutes of play. Davidovich will face in the quarterfinals Valentin Vacherot who passed the second round without having compete due to the retirement of Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/deportes/2026/01/14/davidovich-alcanza-cuartos-final-adelaida-tenis-125678973.html

GASTRONOMIA

A family-run grill in Malaga with over 40 years of history tucked away inside a house– ‘Many people don’t know about it.’: {Translation}
– Inside a house in the Málaga neighbourhood of Arroyo de Los Ángeles lies one of the finest grills in the entire country, with over 40 years of specialisation in charcoal grilled meats.
“We have a selection of tender, juicy cuts of meat, cooked on our barbecue with authentic holm oak charcoal to highlight their natural flavour,” say the team at La Casamata restaurant, a business set up in an old casa mata (slaughterhouse) which opened its doors in 1984.
– The business whose experience working with quality meats has established it as one of Málaga’s best grills, which led to them attending the 2024 Master Grillmasters Championship in Zarautz, representing the province of Málaga.
– “There are many people in Málaga who still do not know this grill that is inside a house,” note its own customers, who highlight the different cuts of meat and wines that can be enjoyed at this family restaurant located at number 11 Alcalde Ronquillo Street.
– Thus, in its two dining rooms and its terrace, La Casamata offers a wide variety of special meats, such as the ‘Casamata Selection’, with “the best cuts”, the ‘Asturiana’, raised in the mountains of Asturias, the ‘Vasca Premium’, “raised on small farms” or the ‘Avileña Ibérica’, with “a deep, authentic flavour and yellow fat”. Furthermore, customers can enjoy chicken dishes like their skewers, wings or kebabs; or their pork as chops, loin, ribs and acorn fed Iberian secreto. Its menu also highlights its grain fed Angus beef entrecôte, acorn fed Iberian presa, beef sirloin or Angus offal.
– To these are added their suckling lamb and fresh quails; their salads, scrambled dishes, chorizos, black puddings, beef chistorras, vegetables and croquettes, and one of their main attractions: their cheese and pâté boards. “In 1991 we decided to join the roots of Morocco with our culture, so we added Arabic food to the menu like couscous, pastilla, lamb skewers and our Moorish tea,” say the staff of this business which, despite the years, maintains its “essence” and its constant pursuit of offering the highest quality to its clientele. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/14/asador-familiar-malaga-cuarenta-anos-interior-casa-no-conoce-casamata-dv-125680712.html & Video Link

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HEALTH

Doctors return to strike action: {Translation, summary}
– The Professional Association for a Medical and Faculty Statute, made up of about fifteen medical unions from all over Spain, has called a new two-day strike of doctors for this Wednesday and Thursday to protest against the Framework Statute that the Ministry of Health is negotiating with the majority unions in the health field and for which a verbal pre-agreement was reached on December 15, which avoided a strike initially called for the end of this month by all the staff of the National Health System.
– The medical unions CESM and SMA, responsible for the four consecutive days of strikes by healthcare workers last December, support these new mobilizations without joining them. However, all these medical unions have joined forces in a common front and are preparing new protests for February, not ruling out an indefinite strike by all, with the aim of increasing pressure on the government and regional authorities to achieve specific legal status for these professionals. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/los-medicos-vuelven-huelga-durante-dos-dias-para-exigir-sanidad-un-estatuto-propio_6920886_0.html

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The strike committee leaves the meeting with the Department of Health after rejecting the preliminary agreement reached on Monday with the trade unions: {Translation, summary}
– A critical meeting between Spain’s Ministry of Health and striking medical unions collapsed in under an hour, exposing a total negotiation breakdown.
– The unions (CESM and SMA) rejected the Ministry’s sole offer to join a pre-agreement made with other unions, demanding instead a specific medical statute. They accuse the Ministry of bad faith, claiming it declared negotiations over from the start, having already secured a separate deal.
– The phrase “already secured a separate deal” refers to the verbal pre-agreement reached on Monday between the Ministry of Health (led by Mónica García) and the other trade unions that form part of the official Negotiating Scope (Ámbito de Negociación). These other unions are specifically named as: SATSE-FSES; FSS-CCOO; UGT; CSIF; and
CIG-Saúde. This pre-agreement included key concessions like the 35-hour work week and changes to retirement rules. The striking medical unions (CESM and SMA) were not part of these Monday negotiations. During the Wednesday meeting, the Ministry presented joining this pre-existing deal as its only offer to the strikers, who rejected it as insufficient and not addressing their core demand for a separate statute. The striking unions therefore interpreted the Ministry’s position as having already settled matters with a different group, leaving no real room for negotiation with them.
– The Ministry, conversely, accuses the unions of confrontation for abandoning talks and refusing its proposal, which included a 35-hour week and other benefits. The core dispute is structural: the unions insist on a parallel, profession-specific negotiation, which the Ministry refuses. With no resolution, the unions are now planning escalated nationwide mobilisations and a potential indefinite national strike, deepening the conflict over healthcare working conditions. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/nacional/comite-huelga-abandona-reunion-con-sanidad-tras-rechazar-preacuerdo-alcanzado-lunes-con-los-sindicatos_6911911_0.html

TECH

Movistar, Vodafone and Orange raise tariffs by an average of 4% in January, this is how prices look for 2026: {Translation, summary}
– In January 2026, Spain’s three major telecom operators, Movistar, Vodafone, and Orange, are implementing above-inflation tariff increases averaging 4.74%, significantly higher than the previous year’s 2.93%. The hikes, justified by rising costs for content, technology, and network investment, disproportionately affect convergent packages bundling fibre, mobile, and TV.
– Movistar’s increases average 4%, with specific rises of 1-4 euros on various TV and sports add-ons, though its basic package remains unchanged. Vodafone has abandoned its CPI-linked formula, introducing rises of 1-5 euros depending on services, with an extra euro for packages including Disney+. Orange is raising its convergent packs by 5-6 euros. All companies cite streaming platform price hikes and infrastructure investment as drivers, while offering minor compensatory enhancements like more data or faster speeds. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/lainformacion/…

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Hallucinations enter sensitive territory- Google gave erroneous medical information in its AI searches: {Translation, summary}
– The system provided dangerously inaccurate advice, including incorrect normal ranges for liver function tests, risking patients dismissing abnormal results and delaying care. For pancreatic cancer, it recommended avoiding fatty foods, contradicting standard clinical advice for high calorie diets to prevent weight loss. Errors also appeared in cancer screening information for women, potentially leading to missed diagnoses.
– These are not trivial mistakes but “hallucinations” where the AI generates plausible sounding falsehoods. The episode exposes the fundamental flaw of generative AI: it completes patterns rather than validating facts. This is particularly perilous in healthcare, where unreliable information can directly harm patients. Google’s errors on health queries highlights the severe challenges and ethical risks of automating sensitive information without robust safeguards. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/tecnologia/inteligencia-artificial/google-ia-alucinaciones-consejos-medicos-errores-salud_6921083_0.html

OTHER

Saks Global files for bankruptcy after Neiman Marcus takeover leads to financial collapse:
– High-end department store conglomerate Saks Global filed for bankruptcy protection late on Tuesday in one of the largest retail collapses since the pandemic, barely a year after a deal intended to create a luxury ‌powerhouse brought Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus under the same roof. The filing cast uncertainty over the future of the iconic U.S. luxury fashion brand, though Saks said early on Wednesday that its stores would remain open for now after it finalized a $1.75 billion financing package and appointed a new chief executive.
– The court process is meant to give the luxury retailer room to negotiate a debt restructuring with creditors or find a new owner. Failing that, the company may be forced to shutter. The company, in ‍its filing, said demand is not the problem.
– Saks Global has about 17,000 employees. Persistent missed vendor payments and inventory disruptions left the company with severe liquidity constraints heading into 2026, it said. The thinly stocked shelves may have driven shoppers away ‍to rivals like Bloomingdale’s, which reported strong sales in 2025, compounding pressure on Saks Global.
“Rich people are still buying,” Morningstar analyst David Swartz said last month, “just not so much at Saks.” Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/saks-global-files-bankruptcy-after-neiman-marcus-takeover-leads-financial-2026-01-14/

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These are the new features of the updated immigration regulations, although implementation has suffered delays: {Translation}
– A profound transformation in Spanish migration policies is slowly coming into effect with the aim of making it easier for foreign nationals to obtain residence and work permits. According to sources, the new regulations introduce significant changes that seek to facilitate the integration of people in an irregular situation and strengthen family ties with national citizens. Implementation has been delayed due to administrative hurdles and court challenges, but is now being rolled out.
– Among the main new features is the creation of new types of residency permits, designed specifically to enable foreigners in an irregular situation to regularise their legal status and access the labour market. Likewise, the criteria for foreign nationals to change their status from student to work residence, whether self-employed or employed by others, have been made more flexible, simplifying a procedure that was previously more rigid.
– One of the most important pillars of this reform is the creation of the ‘Family member of a Spanish national’ permit. This new permit is aimed at foreigners who can demonstrate a proven relationship of dependency with a Spanish citizen. The regulations allow it to be processed both within the national territory and abroad through the network of consulates, benefiting spouses, common-law partners (including stable unregistered partners), children under the age of 26 — or older if they are dependent on their parents — and parents of any age who are dependent on the Spanish citizen.
– A revolutionary aspect of this change is that, for spouses, partners and children under the age of 26, legal residence and work authorisation are effective from the moment of application to the immigration office, without requiring additional paperwork. Given the complexity of the new requirements, sources stress the importance of analysing each case individually to ensure a successful outcome. The new regulation functions as a master key that not only opens the door to residence but, for many family members, automatically activates the employment machinery from day one. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/espana/2026/01/13/6966194ae4d4d8624f8b4576-video.html & https://www.360businesslaw.com/spains-new-residency-rules-royal-decree-1155-2024/

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Who Voted For This Lunacy? Mandatory reporting of casual fishing results, photos of your daily catch will be required! The government delays the Big Brother of recreational fishing because the app does not yet exist: {Translation}
– The new mandatory catch reporting requirement via the PescaREC app is for sea fishing only. Freshwater anglers in Spain must comply with the rules and licensing systems of their respective autonomous region, which are separate from this national/EU maritime system.
– The obligation for recreational fishers to declare whether they have caught anything —or if they have returned home with a cool box as empty as their hook— will have to wait, because although the rule has already come into force, the Government’s application is still not available. In fact, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has not yet published the order regulating the monitoring of fishers.
– The system, named PescaREC, came into force on the 10th of January. It requires maritime recreational fishers —those who go out on a Sunday to clear their heads, not to fill a market— to electronically register each catch, each fish returned to the sea, and each unsuccessful outing, including photographs, linked to their fishing licence.
– All of this is in compliance with EU Regulation 2023/2842, which establishes that “reliable catch data relating to certain recreational fishing activities must be collected” to improve the management of marine resources. In practice, the State will also know when one returns home without having caught a single sardine.
– The measure has generated controversy not only because of the control itself, or the impossibility of enforcing it, but due to its impact on thousands of enthusiasts, many of them pensioners, who already have difficulties using applications for basic procedures, let alone having their lives complicated further by being required to upload photos of a sea bream after a morning’s fishing. Going out to enjoy the sea will thus change from being a peaceful activity to becoming just another administrative procedure, with mobile phone, data, prior notifications and confirmations, all in the name of sustainability, of course. Source, Spanish: https://www.libertaddigital.com/libremercado/2026-01-13/el-gobierno-retrasa-el-gran-hermano-de-la-pesca-recreativa-porque-la-app-aun-no-existe-7342548/

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Mammogate Update– The PSOE denounces that the Andalusian Government hides the data of breast cancer screenings: {Translation}
– The socialist parliamentary group has denounced that the Andalusian Government hides the information they have about errors in breast cancer screening. The PSOE deputies had requested for Transparency both the Vice-Ministry of Health and the SAS management direction all the information on the Screening Monitoring Commission, copies of the reports presented at these meetings, a report with the distribution of the provinces and the second tests carried out on women with a Bid-rad 3 rating.
– However, the response of the Andalusian Executive has been to deny that information arguing that this commission is a working group, and therefore there are no minutes of the meetings. In the official response, the Board details that the reports requested by the PSOE “are not public information” but internal documentation. This in addition to detailing that the SAS is not the custodian of the minutes, so it cannot give them to them. The Deputy Ministry of Health also argues that these are personal data that cannot be provided, the same motivation that the spokesperson of the Junta, Carolina Espana, used this Monday to avoid making an assessment of the 22 women affected by errors in the screening program who have developed cancer. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/andalucia/psoe-denuncia-gobierno-andaluz-le_0_2005631547.html

TORROX

Civil Guard investigates a person in Torrox for the illegal capture of birds of protected species: {Translation}
– Personnel from the Nature Protection Service (Seprona) of the Civil Guard from Nerja and Vélez Málaga have investigated a person for crimes against wildlife and the use of prohibited trapping devices in Torrox. At the end of last year, information was received concerning an individual who was allegedly carrying out the illegal capture of finch-like birds near a local stream, for their subsequent commercial sale.
– After carrying out a series of actions to ascertain the identity of the perpetrator, the officers learned that this individual resided permanently on one of the two estates where he had installed prohibited trapping devices, meaning he was engaged in this type of activity on a continuous basis.
Four clap nets, one trap-cage containing a live goldfinch as a decoy, and one mist net installed directly in the stream bed where a common greenfinch was trapped were discovered.
– As a result, all the hunting devices he had distributed across the land to carry out the illegal captures were seized, along with another 4 prohibited nets he had stored. These are prohibited, non-selective means, some of which were homemade.
– Furthermore, a total of 38 finch-like birds, consisting of goldfinches {pic}, greenfinches, linnets and common greenfinches, were immediately released back into the wild. These are protected species listed in Annex II of the Bern Convention.
– The person responsible is being investigated for crimes against wildlife for the hunting, possession and destruction of protected species of wild fauna using non-selective and legally prohibited means. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/sucesos/guardia-civil-investiga-persona-torrox-captura-ilegal-20260113105410-nt_amp.html

CANILLAS DE ALBAIDA (ÁRCHEZ)

A marijuana plantation in Canillas de Albaida has been dismantled: {Translation}
– The Civil Guard has dismantled a plantation of marijuana on a farm located in the town of Canillas de Albaida, in the north-eastern corner of the Axarquia, where they located almost 450 plants. As reported on Tuesday by the Malaga Command, the investigations began when the Team Roca of the Company of Vélez-Málaga became aware of the existence of illegal marijuana cultivation in an isolated rural house in the municipality.
– The various procedures carried out by the investigators revealed that the house had been rented to its tenant for the sole purpose of installing the cultivation of marijuana intended for the drug trafficking. With these indications, the agents requested the corresponding judicial authorisation to carry out an entry and search of the house, which led them to discover the plantation made up of a total of 442 marijuana plants, some of which were already in the process of drying for subsequent distribution, plus 2.4 kilograms buds that had already been processed. For all these reasons, the tenant of the property was arrested for a crime against public health. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/municipios/2026/01/13/desmantelada-plantacion-marihuana-canillas-albaida-125627884.html

ALHAURÍN DE LA TORRE

Alhaurín de la Torre will celebrate for three days the feast of its patron saint, San Sebastián: {Translation, summary}
– Alhaurin de la Torre prepares for its three-day Patron Saint festival honouring San Sebastian from 18-20 January. The festivities commence on Sunday the 18th with a popular callos (tripe stew) lunch in the Plaza de Espana, organised by a gastronomic association. On Monday the 19th, 6:30pm, a floral offering will be made at the Parish Church. The main day, Tuesday the 20th, features a solemn mass with a choir, followed by an afternoon procession through the town centre accompanied by the Municipal Band at 5pm. The procession will carry a new, more durable wooden replica of the saint’s image. The council has requested that the public throw flowers at the statue instead of the traditional sugared almonds. Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/municipios/2026/01/13/alhaurin-torre-festividad-san-sebastian-patron-125628229.html

EUROPE

Marine Le Pen’s appeal trial opens in Paris, with front-running conservative leader’s 2027 presidential bid at stake:
– France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen denied any wrongdoing as she appeared in court on Tuesday to appeal an embezzlement conviction, with her 2027 presidential ambitions hanging on the outcome of the case.
– Le Pen, 57, is seeking to overturn a March ruling that found her guilty of misusing European Parliament funds in the hiring of aides from 2004 to 2016. She was given a five-year ban from holding elected office, two years of house arrest with an electronic bracelet, a further two-year suspended sentence and a 100,000-euro ($116,800) fine.
– “I’d like to tell the court that … we did not feel we had committed any offence,” Le Pen told the three-judge panel. She said European Parliament officials did not at the time tell her party that the way it was hiring people was potentially against any rules. “We have never concealed anything,” she added.
– Le Pen was seen as the potential front-runner to succeed President Emmanuel Macron in the 2027 election until last year’s ruling, which sent shock waves through French politics. She denounced it as “a democratic scandal.” Her National Rally party has been coming out on top in opinion polls, and Le Pen alleged that the judicial system brought out “the nuclear bomb” to prevent her from becoming France’s president. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/marine-le-pen-appeal-trial-paris-1f06183468c669d99093634ba7472c72

UKRAINE WAR

Russia launches another major strike on Ukraine’s power grid in freezing temperatures:
– Russia launched a second major drone and missile bombardment of Ukraine in four days, officials said Tuesday, aiming again at the power grid amid freezing temperatures in an apparent snub to U.S.-led peace efforts as Moscow’s invasion of its neighbour approaches the four-year mark.
– Russia fired almost 300 drones, 18 ballistic missiles and seven cruise missiles at eight regions overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on social media. One strike in the north-eastern Kharkiv region killed four people at a mail depot, and several hundred thousand households were without power in the Kyiv region, Zelenskyy said.
– The daytime temperature in Kyiv, which has endured freezing temperatures for more than two weeks, was -12°C (about 10°F), with streets covered in ice and the rumble of generators heard throughout the capital.
– Four days earlier, Russia also sent hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in a large-scale overnight attack and, for only the second time in the war, it used a powerful new hypersonic missile that struck western Ukraine in what appeared to be a clear warning to Kyiv’s NATO allies that it won’t back down.
– On Monday, the U.S. accused Russia of a “ dangerous and inexplicable escalation ” of the fighting at a time when the Trump administration is trying to advance peace negotiations.
Full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-drone-missile-attack-aa7d5c2e54619fefabab72165444f8e3

UK

Immigration raids hit record levels across UK and Scotland:
– Immigration Enforcement activity has reached its highest level on record, with the Home Office reporting sharp increases in raids and arrests targeting illegal working across the UK, including a significant rise in operations in Scotland.
– According to figures released by the Home Office, enforcement teams carried out more than 17,400 raids nationwide between July 2024 and the end of December 2025, a 77 per cent increase compared with the previous period. Arrests rose by 83 per cent over the same timeframe, with more than 12,300 people detained for suspected illegal working.
– In Scotland, Immigration Enforcement teams carried out 695 raids during 2025, leading to 400 arrests. The figures represent a 61 per cent rise in enforcement visits and a 49 per cent increase in arrests compared with 2024, according to the Home Office.
– The Home Office said the increase followed a £5 million funding boost for Immigration Enforcement last year, aimed at expanding activity against employers and workers operating outside the legal system. Officials said raids focused on sectors considered vulnerable to exploitation and non-compliance, including car washes, nail bars, barbers, restaurants and takeaway premises. Full article: https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/immigration-raids-hit-record-levels-across-uk-and-scotland/

WORLD

Iran Protests Death Count Reaches 2000:
– About 2,000 people including security personnel have been killed in protests in Iran, an Iranian official said on Tuesday, the first time authorities have acknowledged the high death toll from an intense crackdown on two weeks of nationwide unrest.
– The Iranian official, speaking to Reuters, said that people he called terrorists were behind the deaths of both protesters and security personnel. The official, who declined to be named, did not give a breakdown of who had been killed.
– The protests began on December 28 over the fall in value of the local currency and have grown into wider demonstrations over dire economic hardships and defiant calls for the fall of the clerical establishment. A rights group had previously identified hundreds of people killed and said that thousands had been arrested. U.S.-based rights group HRANA said that by late Monday 10,721 people had been arrested. Reuters was unable to confirm the figures independently. Rights groups say they have identified by name hundreds of those killed. Opposition groups outside Iran have said the death toll is far higher than the 2,000 estimated by the Iranian official on Tuesday.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/iranian-mp-warns-greater-unrest-urging-government-address-grievances-2026-01-13/

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WEF’s annual Davos conference begins new era grappling with global order shaken by Trump:
– Business and political elites head to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos {pic} next week with its vision of a rules-based global economic order being tested to the limits. U.S. President Donald Trump’s expected appearance in the Swiss mountain resort highlights the gap between his agenda and the consensus-driven approach of the WEF, which has faced enduring criticism that it is a talking shop of the rich.
– Dubbing its 56th edition “A Spirit of Dialogue”, the WEF’s leaders say that given the current uncertainty, getting together to map out a way forward in business and politics is crucial.
– “Dialogue is not a luxury, it is a necessity,” said WEF president and CEO Borge Brende, a former Norwegian minister. But others say that with the U.S. and China leveraging power to suit national interests, the WEF risks obsolescence. “Who is going to be making the case for the rules-based international order?” said Daniel Woker, a former Swiss ambassador and foreign relations expert. “To be very blunt, in a system where everyone is only looking out for themselves, it has no reason to exist. It’s an event from the past.” Davos-watchers are also looking at whether the event has lost impetus since its 87-year-old founder Klaus Schwab stepped down as chair last April during a fruitless corruption investigation by the WEF of Schwab’s finances. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/davos/davos-begins-new-era-grappling-with-global-order-shaken-by-trump-2026-01-13/

HEALTH

More than 36 hours of agony in the Emergency Department of the Regional Hospital of Malaga waiting for a bed: {Translation, summary}
– A 78-year-old man spent over 36 hours waiting on a chair in the overcrowded A&E of Malaga’s Regional University Hospital due to a lack of beds, describing the experience as “inhuman.” Admitted with pancreatitis in early January, he was twice sent home to wait. He ultimately returned to the hospital where he waited nearly three days in severe discomfort with no privacy before being admitted to a cardiac ward as that was the only bed available.
– He praises the overstretched staff, who explained wards were closed from lack of personnel. Nursing union Satse confirms this has become the norm, with many patients waiting days for a bed, citing 48 waiting one weekend. They and the Malaga Medical Union attribute delays to bed shortages, staff deficits—with two wards closed—and high patient influx from respiratory viruses.
– For its part, the Regional Hospital reports that the situation recorded that day in the Urgencias area was due to a “specific increase” in healthcare pressure, which was “normalised” after the application of the planned organisational measures. “The centre activated and adjusted the available resources based on demand, guaranteeing safe and quality healthcare at all times,” they claim. {Evidently a 3 day wait for a bed for a patient with acute pancreatitis is now considered acceptable (“normalised”) by hospital administrators. They don’t fix the problem, they move the goalposts. No wonder there are so many assaults on hospital staff, and no surprise they can’t find health workers willing to work in these conditions. SUSFU! -Ed.}
Source, Spanish: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/malaga/2026/01/13/horas-esperando-sillon-urgencias-cama-hospital-regional-125615701.html

PETS

Some Dogs Learn New Words by Eavesdropping on Their Owners: {Summary}
– Clever canines that have a talent for learning vocabulary can pick up new words by simply overhearing their handlers’ conversations, say scientists.
– Parents and dog owners know that some words should not be spoken, but only spelled, to prevent small ears from eavesdropping on the conversation, and previous research has shown that, at the age of 18 months, toddlers can already learn new words by overhearing other people.
– Now a ground-breaking study, published in the journal Science, reveals that a special group of dogs are also able to learn names for objects just by overhearing their owners’ interactions. Similarly to the 18-month-old toddlers, scientists say gifted dogs also excel in learning from both situations of direct speech, and indirect speech.
– The authors suggest that the ability to learn from overheard speech may rely on general “socio-cognitive mechanisms” shared across species, rather than being uniquely tied to human language. But the researchers emphasized that Gifted Word Learner (GWL) dogs are extremely rare, and their “remarkable” abilities likely reflect a combination of individual predispositions and unique life experiences.
– Dr. Dror, lead author on the study, added that the dogs provide an exceptional model for exploring some of the cognitive abilities that enabled humans to develop language. “But we do not suggest that all dogs learn in this way—far from it,” she said.
– The researchers encourage dog owners who believe their dogs know multiple toy names, to contact them at the Genius Dog Challenge Research project at ELTE University in Budapest, Hungary. Full article: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/some-dogs-learn-new-words-by-eavesdropping-on-their-owners-shows-new-science/

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