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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

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

Murcia weekend weather January 29-February 1: More strong winds forecast before the storm passesWe should see the last of the extremely strong winds this weekend, but the rain will only let up for a short time before it returns next week Murcia weather warnings, Thursday January 29   The strong winds of Tuesday and Wednesday are set.. 29/01/2026

Murcia Marathon earns World Athletics Label statusRecord 11,000 runners from 81 countries race this Sunday For the first time, Murcia's TotalEnergies Murcia Costa Cálida Marathon joins Spain's four events with official World Athletics Label recognition (IAAF). This Sunday brings over 11.. 29/01/2026

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

Cartagena to use SuperGREENBlocks to transform its streetsThe EU is providing funding to support this project, which will redesign the city, starting in the El Ensanche area Cartagena has received around €2 million in EU funding to bring a new superblocks street layout to El Ensanche, in the heart.. 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

Frenchman arrested in San Pedro del Pinatar with nearly 3kg of marijuanaStopped by the Guardia Civil, the 29-year-old was found with almost 3kg of marijuana and a toy pistol The Guardia Civil have stopped a car in San Pedro del Pinatar and seized nearly three kilos of marijuana, arresting the driver on suspicion of.. 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

Building licences for holiday homes on the rise in Mar MenorAuthorities report more building license approvals as tourist numbers grow and hotel options remain limited The Mar Menor area is seeing more and more building licences for holiday homes, with hundreds of applications in towns like La Manga, Santiago.. 28/01/2026

Is WhatsApp going paid? What Meta's new plan could mean for youThe messaging app may soon offer a paid, ad-free option but sending your usual chats will stay completely free WhatsApp might be about to look a little different in Spain. The messaging giant, used by around 30 million people here and more than three.. 28/01/2026

Ryanair signals higher fares as bookings soar and passenger targets growBusy holiday periods and big growth plans push price outlook higher for Europe’s biggest budget airline Ryanair has warned that ticket prices on many routes, including popular flights to and from Spain, are now likely to rise more than it previously.. 27/01/2026

Luxury visitors splash the cash in SpainJust 3% of visitors deliver 20% of spending power Spain welcomed a record 97 million foreign tourists last year, up 3.5% since 2014, with spending leaping 6.8% to €134.71 billion. A new CaixaBank research report shows how luxury travellers, a mere.. 27/01/2026

Thousands of tyres removed from Campos del Río after decades of illegal dumpingThe regional government has cleared 456 tonnes of tyres and other waste from the La Llana area The La Llana natural area in Campos del Río, close to the Sierra de Espuña, has finally been cleaned up after nearly 20 years of illegal.. 27/01/2026