MURCIA REGION

Asian hornets are spreading across Spain, and experts say they are here to stayAsian hornets are spreading into new areas of Spain, putting bees and other ecosystems under growing pressure The spread of Asian hornets across Spain is proving difficult to stop, with the invasive insects now being detected in areas where they.. 21/08/2026

A trip back 25 years ago: 15 things that didn’t exist yetFrom the euro and the AVE to YouTube and the iPhone, a look back at how different life was in Spain in 2001 It’s hard to believe now, but 2001 really was a different world.   As the saying goes, “time flies”, and looking back.. 21/08/2026

The Niebla wildfire is finally under control after 14 days and 33,000 hectares burnedAndalucía's first vice president confirmed the news on Thursday morning, bringing to an end one of the most damaging wildfires in the region's recent history   After fourteen days that tested the limits of Spain's emergency.. 21/08/2026

Supreme Court sets clear limit on sex changes and past convictionsA change of registered sex cannot erase a gender violence conviction for offences committed before the change The Supreme Court, in Spain, has confirmed that changing a person´s registered sex does not wipe out a previous conviction for gender violence.. 20/08/2026

Tourism is killing Andalucía's riversFrom the Chíllar to the Guadalmina, mass visitor numbers are destroying ecosystems that took centuries to form "You put an underwater camera in and you don't see any larvae, you don't see anything, it's all dead." That'.. 20/08/2026

Andalucía weekend weather forecast August 20-23: Cooler and more settled as the westerly flow holdsTemperatures ease further across the region with largely clear skies, though storms return to the eastern interior on Thursday and rain arrives in the west by Sunday The cooler westerly shift that arrived mid-week brought welcome relief after a long stretch.. 20/08/2026

Cocaine seizures in Spain have fallen sharply, but synthetic drugs are surgingNew annual drug statistics show 370 tonnes seized nationwide in 2025, with ecstasy, tusi and crystal MDMA all on the rise while traditional trafficking routes face increased pressure Spain's security forces seized 370 tonnes of drugs in 2025, according.. 20/08/2026

The relocation experts helping families move to and from Spain without the summer stressGLOBAL has spent more than 35 years managing international moves so families don't have to lift a single box in the heat Packing boxes in the midday sun is nobody's idea of a good time and with temperatures across Spain climbing well into.. 19/08/2026

Earthquake safety: what to do if the ground starts shakingAs tremors continue across the province, authorities have issued practical guidance on how to stay safe before, during and after a seismic event With Granada's seismic activity showing little sign of easing, authorities have used the ongoing situation.. 19/08/2026

Spain's Mediterranean coast is quietly becoming a major destination for swinger tourismFrom Murcia and Alicante to the Costa del Sol and beyond, liberal leisure is growing fast along southern Spain's coastline this summer Spain has long been known for its sunshine, beaches and relaxed attitude to life, but there's another kind of.. 19/08/2026

August 22 Mojácar kids invited to a night of fun and games‘Let’s Play’ will bring an evening of fun and playful chaos to Plaza Nueva on Saturday night Families looking for something a little different to do this Saturday can head to Mojácar’s Plaza Nueva for an evening of fun.. 19/08/2026

Seven Blue Flag beaches in Andalucía where you can actually find space this summerFrom Atlantic dunes to inland reservoirs, these quieter spots combine quality facilities with room to breathe Summer in Andalucía is wonderful, but finding a beach that doesn't feel like a car park by 10.00am is another matter. The good news.. 19/08/2026

August 20 Gata Brass Band at Plaza Nueva, MojácarMusic lovers can enjoy an outdoor performance in the heart of Mojácar starting at 10pm Mojácar is set for an evening of live music this Thursday August 20 when the Gata Brass Band takes to the stage at Plaza Nueva.   The concert.. 19/08/2026

August 22 Free children's nature workshop on Playa de Macenas, MojácarThe morning activity will introduce children to the Kentish plover and the importance of protecting the local coastline Children are being invited to discover more about one of Mojácar coast’s most recognisable birds during an environmental.. 19/08/2026

Granada rattled by three earthquakes in one morning as tremors continue across AndalucíaA magnitude 4.7 earthquake centred in Gójar was followed by two further tremors within the space of an hour on Tuesday August 18 Granada has been shaken once again, with as many as three earthquakes striking in quick succession on Tuesday August.. 18/08/2026

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwavesOutdoor services will be suspended across Spain when temperatures hit 42°C unless businesses meet strict requirements to protect staff If you’re planning to enjoy a drink or meal outside during one of Spain’s increasingly intense heatwaves.. 17/08/2026

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027Spain’s retirement age reaches 67 next year, but you could still retire at 65 depending on how long you’ve paid into the system Are you already dreaming of the day you can relegate the suit to the back of the wardrobe in favour of flip.. 17/08/2026

Granada shaken by 4.8 magnitude earthquake as 98 aftershocks follow through the nightNo serious injuries reported but hundreds of inspection requests flood in as residents describe a terrifying few hours It started with a sound. "A kind of strange creaking," one resident recalled, before the tremor hit. "Absolutely everything.. 17/08/2026

Andalucía weekly weather forecast August 17-20: Storms and rain signal a change after weeks of intense heatMountain storms on Monday give way to cloud and rain mid-week as a cooler westerly flow finally brings some relief to the region After weeks of relentless heat and largely settled skies, across Andalucía, this week finally brings a change of character.. 17/08/2026

Plastic bags, mini shampoos and wrapped fruit all set to vanish from Spanish shopsThe new EU packaging law lands in Spain this week, reshaping how shops sell everything from fruit to toiletries A sweeping new EU packaging law comes into force across Spain this Wednesday August 12 and it's set to change everything from the labels.. 14/08/2026