More than 8% of working time lost to absenteeism in MurciaMurcia's absenteeism rate is well above the national figure of 7.62%, according to new figures More than 8% of working time was lost to absenteeism in the Region of Murcia during the first three months of this year, putting it among the worst-.. 08/09/2026

Orange alert for Cartagena with torrential rain and storms forecast on WednesdayThe alert will run from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning, while residents and drivers are being urged to take extra care as torrential rain could cause flooding Aemet has issued an orange weather warning for Cartagena on Wednesday September.. 08/09/2026

More than 2,200 new homes planned to ease shortage in the Region of MurciaThe programme will include homes in Murcia, Alcantarilla, El Palmar, Churra, Lo Pagán, Santiago de la Ribera and Águilas More than 2,200 new homes are set to be developed across the Region of Murcia over the next three years in a major.. 08/09/2026

These are the 8 cheapest new cars on sale in Spain right nowFrom small city cars to surprisingly spacious SUVs, these are the budget-friendly models currently available Buying a brand-new car in Spain doesn't necessarily mean spending €20,000 or €30,000 anymore. The market has changed considerably.. 08/09/2026

Volotea plans more flights from Corvera Airport as airline eyes permanent baseThe airline says a permanent base at the Region of Murcia Airport could allow it to expand from its current seven destinations to as many as 20 over the next few years Volotea has big plans for Murcia Airport(Corvera Airport), and they could mean.. 08/09/2026

Spanish roads claim 240 lives this summer as drink-drive crackdown is proposedRecord travel figures coincided with a 4% increase in road deaths in Spain this summer Spain has recorded a rise in road deaths this summer, with 240 people losing their lives in traffic accidents during July and August.   The figure is.. 08/09/2026

House prices soar by more than 30% in two Murcia townsAbanilla and Bullas recorded the biggest increases, while coastal property prices continue to climb too House prices are continuing to climb across the Region of Murcia, with two towns seeing annual increases of more than 30% and several popular coastal.. 07/09/2026

House prices in Spain keep climbing as homes become 36% more expensive in three yearsThe latest figures show that Spain’s property boom is losing a little momentum, but prices are still rising at double-digit rates Spain’s house prices continued to climb sharply during the second quarter of 2026, with properties costing.. 07/09/2026

Sizzling heat before temperatures plunge: Murcia weather forecast September 7-10The mercury will climb to 39°C in parts of the Region before a dramatic drop brings cooler conditions and the possibility of storms Temperatures forecast on Tuesday afternoon, September 8   The Region of Murcia is in for another few.. 07/09/2026

Renfe allows electric scooters back on trains from todayThe ban ends on AVE, Cercanías, Media Distancia and Larga Distancia services, except in Catalonia and the Basque Country Electric scooters can once again be carried on most Renfe trains from Monday September 7, ending a ban introduced almost.. 07/09/2026

Murcia company develops new product to calm pets during fireworksThe CBD-based spray aims to help dogs and cats cope with fireworks, firecrackers and other stressful situations A Murcia-based biotechnology company has launched a new product designed to help dogs and cats cope with fireworks, firecrackers and other.. 07/09/2026

New EU charge coming for Shein and Temu parcelsAnother charge on low-value parcels is coming in November, but the EU hasn't yet revealed how much it will be People in Spain who regularly order cheap items from Shein, Temu, AliExpress and other online marketplaces are facing another change.. 07/09/2026

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discountThe diesel discount will increase to 20 cents per litre across Spain from Tuesday September 1 The government's fuel discount for diesel is set to rise to 20 cents per litre from this Tuesday September 1, well above the 5 cents originally planned.. 04/09/2026

Spain records its deadliest summer for heat-related deathsHealth experts warn that increasingly frequent and prolonged heatwaves are becoming a growing public health threat across Spain Spain has recorded its highest number of heat-related deaths during a summer since monitoring began, with 5,234 deaths.. 04/09/2026

Region of Murcia municipalities will receive €24 million for local works149 projects will be funded across 45 municipalities between 2026 and 2027, with councils also contributing their own money The 45 municipalities in the Region of Murcia will receive up to €24 million from the regional government to fund 149.. 04/09/2026

Rescue launched after boat carrying 19 migrants found off Cabo de PalosA vehicle transport ship remained alongside the drifting boat until Salvamento Marítimo arrived to carry out the rescue Nineteen migrants have been rescued from a small boat found drifting around 12 miles off the coast of Cabo de Palos... 04/09/2026

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. As a new season begins, we’re delighted to bring you another issue packed with.. 04/09/2026

Murcia heat alerts ramped up as temperatures expected to soarHighs of 38°C are expected in parts of the Region this Friday afternoon The brief break from the heat that the Region of Murcia enjoyed earlier in the week is coming to an end, with temperatures set to climb again from this Friday September 4. &.. 04/09/2026

Just 17 weeks until 2027! Why now is the time to sort your Will in SpainWith the end of the year approaching, Thy Will Be Done explains why now is the ideal time to put your estate planning in order As September begins and we look down the barrel of the final third of the year, life tends to shift gears. The lazy, sun.. 03/09/2026

Spain's traffic lights are changing from October 1: Here's what drivers need to knowA new rule will stop flashing amber lights appearing at the same time as green pedestrian signals at crossings across Spain Drivers in Spain will see an important change at traffic lights from October 1 when a combination of signals that has long.. 03/09/2026