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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

E-bike rentals at Plaza Movilidad and Flamingo Holidays in 2026Plaza Movilidad continues to serve the community in 2026 from their brand-new home in Pilar de la Horadada 2025 was an exciting year for Plaza Movilidad, the scooter rental and mobility aid store in Murcia: back in October, the trusted local.. 02/02/2026

Spain steps in to protect the eels of the Mar MenorThe European eel is critically endangered, with numbers dropping fast, the government is stepping in with stricter fishing limits The Spanish government is planning to declare the European eel an endangered species. This way, they can protect the.. 02/02/2026

San Javier steps up battle against red palm weevilNew €160,000 contract to protect palm trees with low impact treatments San Javier is launching a new offensive to protect its palm trees from the red palm weevil, one of the biggest threats to ornamental palms in south eastern Spain. The Ayuntamiento.. 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

New mural embellishes public garden in the heart of CaravacaThe work by Carlos Callizo blends in perfectly with the vegetation in Los Huertos del Vicario A new mural painting by Murcia artist Carlos Callizo has been created in the public park of Los Huertos del Vicario in Caravaca de la Cruz as part of the project.. 02/02/2026

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to win Australian Open finalThe 22-year-old Spaniard completes his Grand Slam collection and becomes the youngest player in history to win all four majors Carlos Alcaraz has written his name into tennis history after defeating Novak Djokovic in the final of the Australian Open.. 01/02/2026

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 to invest €110m annually to tackle poverty in the RegionThe three-year plan focuses on education, jobs, housing and health, with 232 measures to support vulnerable families Times are tough for many people in Murcia, with rising living costs and economic pressures hitting households across the Region.. 30/01/2026

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

How to keep your Spanish home safe from snow and frostPractical tips from experts to protect pipes, roofs and more this winter Storm Kristin brought a blast of snow across various parts of Spain on Wednesday, reminding us all how vital it is to prepare homes for these chilly spells. The General Council of.. 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

Read the February edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to February issue of Home & Living magazine, blending intelligent design and practical living, inspiring you to refine your surroundings, enrich your routines and enjoy the art of living well So what can you find in our latest edition.. 30/01/2026

Tractors took over Murcia motorways today on a day full of farmers' protestsThousands of tractors took part in coordinated protests across the Region to highlight mounting pressures on farming and livestock sectors The agricultural sector in the Region of Murcia effectively shut down this Thursday January 29 as thousands.. 29/01/2026