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Car thieves turn their attention to Spain’s new V16 emergency beaconPolice warn thefts from vehicles are rising sharply as the mandatory device becomes a new target Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon, now compulsory for drivers, is fast becoming an unexpected prize for car thieves, with police reporting a sharp rise.. 02/02/2026

Rain, rain, rain: Murcia weekly weather forecast February 2-5Here’s how much it’s going to rain this week in Murcia… Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday February 4   It’s forecast to be a very wet week ahead for the Region of Murcia, with rain expected every single day of.. 02/02/2026

Murcia's nature reserves see visitor boom in 2025Over 68,000 people explore parks through guided activities and centres Protected natural areas across the Region of Murcia welcomed more than 68,000 visitors in 2025, marking a steady rise in people enjoying these special spots. That's according to.. 02/02/2026

Mazarrón panto group raises €1,400 for charity with hilarious jokes and ugly sistersCloud 9 Drama Group's Cinderella had audiences in stitches at La Molata near Alhama de Murcia A pantomime performance in Murcia has raised more than €1,400 for local charities while keeping audiences in stitches with cheeky humour and plenty.. 02/02/2026

VIDEO: How Murcia celebrated Carlos Alcaraz's Australian Open winWatch as the people of Murcia packed local venues and gathered around big screens to celebrate Carlitos' incredible win Murcia turned out in force to support Carlos Alcaraz as he made tennis history at the Australian Open. As the 22-year.. 02/02/2026

Access to Sierra Espuña restricted to help protect nesting golden eaglesPopular Alhama de Murcia hiking routes will be closed until June 30 to reduce disturbance in sensitive nesting zones Access to parts of the Sierra Espuña Regional Park is being temporarily restricted in an effort to protect the golden eagle.. 02/02/2026

Register your electric scooter with the DGT Spain today to avoid fines of up to €800New rules across Spain now require all personal mobility vehicles to be officially registered and insured Electric scooter owners in Spain are being warned to register their vehicles with the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) as soon as possible.. 02/02/2026

Confidence in trains shaken after Adamuz tragedy, new survey findsMany travellers still trust rail, but growing numbers worry the network is under too much strain In the days after the deadly train derailment near Adamuz, many people across Spain have been rethinking how safe they feel when travelling by rail.  ..

Murcia tops regional pollution levels as nitrogen dioxide and fine particles remain highCampaigners say traffic is the main cause and call for stronger action to protect public health Air pollution continues to be a serious problem in Murcia, with the city leading the region in nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter, according to a.. 30/01/2026

The Cartagena bar that invented the Café Asiático faces an uncertain futureBar Pedrín in El Albujón is looking for a new owner as the current manager prepares to retire after more than 80 years If you have lived in or around the Cartagena area, you’ll have heard of the café asiático... 30/01/2026

Attacker jailed for stabbing Norwegian man at Murcia bus station over slot machine winningsA 20-year-old has been sent to prison for attacking a Norwegian man with a machete outside Murcia's San Andrés bus station A young attacker has been jailed after stabbing a Norwegian man outside San Andrés bus station in Murcia.. 30/01/2026

Murcia gets ready for pine processionary caterpillar seasonPreventive measures kick off in popular forests and recreational areas across Murcia It's that time of year again when the pine processionary caterpillars start appearing in Murcia's forests. They spend most of winter building their nests.. 29/01/2026

Spain faces twin health challenges: Rising cancers and a setback on measlesExperts urge prevention, early diagnosis and stronger vaccine confidence Cancer   Spain is expected to surpass 300,000 new cancer cases for the first time this year, according to the new report Cancer figures in Spain 2026 from the Spanish.. 29/01/2026

Could your winter coat land you a driving fine in Spain?What the law says about coats, boots and heels behind the wheel When the Spanish winter chill sets in, it is tempting to bundle up in your favourite coat before hopping into the car. But hold on a minute. That bulky winter coat you are wearing could actually..

New scooter rules kick in across Spain as insurance becomes a reality for some ridersWhat changes from Monday, who needs cover now and what remains on hold If you use an electric scooter in Spain, you may already be used to rules changing, being delayed, then changing again. This week, however, one of the biggest shifts yet has finally.. 28/01/2026

Mandatory face masks are no longer required in the Region of Murcia from ThursdayThe decision follows a continued fall in respiratory infections across the Region in recent weeks Facemasks will no longer be required in hospitals and health centres across the Region of Murcia from Thursday January 29, as the levels of respiratory.. 28/01/2026

Spain considers a ban on children at bullfights as debate over tradition heats upThe government wants to stop minors attending events involving animal violence, saying it could harm children’s wellbeing Spain’s long-running conversation about bullfighting has flared up again, this time over whether children should be allowed..

Clínica Impulso in Mazarrón puts foot health first with pensioner discountsHigh quality podiatry care and tailored treatments for every stage of life, serving Mazarrón and beyond Foot health is something many people overlook until discomfort begins to affect everyday life. At Clínica Impulso in Mazarró.. 28/01/2026

FixTech wins Spain Prestige Awards 2025/26 in computer repair categoryThe Murcia-based company has been recognised for its trusted computer repair support across the Region A Murcia-based computer repair business has picked up national recognition after winning the Computer Repair category at the Spain Prestige Awards.. 28/01/2026

Windstorm batters the Region of Murcia with more than 150 emergency incidentsFallen trees and loose structures have kept emergency services busy this Tuesday, and more strong winds are on the way for Wednesday A powerful bout of wind has swept across the Region of Murcia, triggering more than 150 incidents and keeping emergency.. 27/01/2026