ANDALUCIA NEWS

Scorching start, stormy finish? August could bring a dramatic weather change in SpainLong-range forecasts coming from Europe hint at a major change across Spain later in the month August is set to begin much as July ends, with blistering temperatures, tropical nights and little relief from the latest heatwave, the fourth so far of.. 30/07/2026

Two children killed in devastating Benalmádena apartment fireMálaga firefighters rescued several residents, but two children aged 10 and 15 could not be saved Two children aged 10 and 15 have died after a devastating fire swept through an apartment building in Benalmádena, Málaga, during.. 30/07/2026

New EU rules could save you hundreds on broken phones and other gadgetsManufacturers throughout Spain will have to offer repairs for many devices even after the warranty has expired Throwing away a faulty phone or replacing a washing machine simply because it's out of warranty is about to become a thing of the past.. 30/07/2026

Spain's fourth heatwave brings another weekend of extreme heat: Andalucía weekend weather July 30-August 2The heatwave will keep inland Andalucía above 40°C over the next few days, while coastal areas continue to escape the worst of the heat Spain's fourth heatwave of the summer is on the way to much of Andalucía over the.. 30/07/2026

Europe's most stolen dog breeds revealed: Is yours on the list?From French Bulldogs to Dachshunds, some of Europe's best-loved pets are proving irresistible to criminals Spain is definitely a nation of animal lovers and for many of us, a dog is part of the family. The thought of someone stealing a beloved.. 29/07/2026

August 2 Active Circus takes to the streets of MojácarInternational performer Iván Alonso González will bring a mix of comedy and acrobatics to Plaza Nueva Families looking for something a little different this weekend can head to Mojácar Pueblo, where the Active Circus performance.. 29/07/2026

August 1 Award-winning contemporary dance performance comes to Mojácar PlayaThe free open-air performance Forgotten Memories explores human connection through movement on the Paseo Marítimo Contemporary dance takes centre stage in Mojácar Playa on Saturday August 1 with a free performance of “Forgotten.. 29/07/2026

Crypto and your estate: The wealth planning gap that could cost your family everythingElysium Wealth Advisors explains why cryptocurrency should now be an essential part of every estate plan Cryptocurrency has become an increasingly important part of many investors' portfolios. Yet while considerable attention is often given to.. 28/07/2026

Málaga's population has grown twice as fast as the rest of SpainThe Costa del Sol province is expected to top two million residents by 2035 Málaga has become one of Spain's fastest-growing provinces, adding more than 550,000 residents since the start of the century and increasing its population at more.. 28/07/2026

Buck Moon to rise over Spain this week ahead of August's eclipseThe July full moon will be at its brightest this week and it's followed by one of the biggest astronomical events of 2026 Stargazers across Spain are in for a treat this week as July's full moon, better known as the Buck Moon, lights up the.. 28/07/2026

Another week of intense heat and Saharan dust returns: Andalucía weather forecast July 27-30While coastal areas should become a little more comfortable later in the week, inland Andalucía is facing another few days of intense heat, with temperatures climbing above 40°C once again If you were hoping for some relief from the.. 27/07/2026

Markets, music and Mediterranean magic at Macenas Blue Nights, MojácarLive music, artisan stalls, food, wine and family-friendly entertainment return to Macenas Social Club every Thursday evening If you're looking for the perfect way to spend a warm summer evening in Mojácar, Macenas Blue Nights has everything.. 27/07/2026

Spain battles multiple major wildfires as emergency declared and more than 10,000 evacuatedGovernment takes control of the response in Madrid and Ávila as firefighters continue battling several large blazes across Spain and Europe sends extra aircraft to help Spain is facing one of its most serious wildfire emergencies of the.. 24/07/2026

Andalucía's heat death toll reaches 280 as a third heatwave brings temperatures close to 45 degreesSeville is the worst-affected province, with more than 1,300 heat-related emergencies already recorded across the region this summer The heat is not letting up, and the human cost is becoming impossible to ignore. Andalucía has recorded 280 deaths.. 23/07/2026

Spain has set out exactly how much greener your fuel needs to be by 2040, and here is what it means for driversNew government targets require fuel suppliers to blend rising percentages of biofuels and renewable gases into petrol and diesel over the next 15 years If you drive a petrol or diesel car in Spain, the fuel going into your tank is going to change gradually.. 23/07/2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla are heading to Spain next year in the first royal state visit for nearly 40 yearsThe historic trip to Spain in 2027 follows the landmark Gibraltar agreement and comes at a moment when British-Spanish relations have rarely felt warmer It has been quite a week for British-Spanish relations. Spain lifted the World Cup on Sunday, with.. 22/07/2026

Málaga's latest food craze looks exactly like an ice cream but it's actually sushiA New York street food trend has just landed in the heart of the city, and it's as fun to eat as it looks Málaga is no stranger to a food trend, but this one might just be the most eye-catching to arrive in the city in a while. A new spot has.. 22/07/2026

Renfe strike could affect one of the busiest travel weekends of the summerThousands of passengers could see their journeys affected as train drivers and onboard staff prepare to walk out over concerns about faulty air conditioning Anyone planning to travel by train at the end of the month may want to keep an eye on their.. 22/07/2026

More than 60 tourists poisoned by hotel pool in Málaga after chemical system failureChildren and elderly guests were among those treated at a Benahavís hotel and the Costa del Sol Hospital after a pump malfunction released harmful gases into the water A Sunday afternoon by the pool turned into a medical emergency for more than.. 22/07/2026

Spain moves closer to allowing nurses and physiotherapists prescribe medicinesThe proposed reforms would give nurses and physios in Spain powers previously reserved for doctors, dentists and podiatrists We’re heading into August when the powers that be in Spain usually start winding down for the summer, but this week.. 22/07/2026