MURCIA REGION

Spain surprises with its entrepreneurial spirit, beating global business heavyweightsAgainst stereotypes, Spain ranks fifth worldwide for grit and drive to succeed When you think of Spain, images of lazy afternoons, siestas, and the infamous “mañana” attitude might spring to mind. But there’s a surprising side.. 21/08/2025

Spain’s worst wildfire season in decades leaves scars for people, land and firefightersNearly 400,000 hectares have already burned, firefighters push through exhausting conditions, and dozens face arrest for arson or negligence Spain is enduring the worst wildfire season of the century, with around twenty serious fires still active across.. 21/08/2025

Dozens of new apartments and tourism businesses spring up in MurciaMore visitors, more hotels and more investment mark a record-breaking year for the Region of Murcia The tourism industry in the Region of Murcia is positively booming with more new businesses, more people employed and more holidaymakers than ever.. 21/08/2025

Showers and even some thunderstorms: Murcia weather forecast August 21-24Temperatures across the Region of Murcia have thankfully dropped a few degrees Weather outlook on Friday afternoon   Following almost two weeks of unbearably high temperatures, the weather changed noticeably on Wednesday August 20 with.. 21/08/2025

Poolside apartment on La Torre Golf Resort for just €139,950 plus taxesWest facing terrace overlooking La Torre’s pools and pretty communal gardens brought to you by MGP - Golf & Coastal Properties This attractive 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom first floor apartment is set in a fantastic location on the sought.. 20/08/2025

Spain's anti-scam plan blocks 48 million fraudulent callsGovernment crackdown sees sharp rise in blocked calls and texts since June Spain’s campaign against phone scams is proving to be a major success, with millions of fraudulent calls and messages now being stopped before they reach the public. &.. 20/08/2025

UK law slashes porn site views - could Spain be next?The United Kingdom has implemented a measure to prevent minors under 18 from accessing pornographic content The United Kingdom has just rolled out a tough new rule aimed at keeping children away from online pornography. At the end of July, the country.. 20/08/2025

Number of illegal immigrants arriving in Murcia cut in halfDespite this, 80% of migrant boats still manage to dock in the Region of Murcia The number of irregular migrants reaching the coast of Murcia has been cut in half this summer, although most of the small boats or pateras that set out still manage to.. 20/08/2025

Spain to declare fire-ravaged areas emergency zones with state aid pledgedPresident of Spanish government announces Council of Ministers will designate affected territories and calls for State Pact to tackle climate crisis Emergency zones to aid fire-hit areas President Pedro Sánchez has announced that during.. 20/08/2025

Explore Mazarrón your way with Ecoadventure's electric bike hire and salesDiscover hidden corners of the bay and beyond with easy, eco-friendly cycling If you’ve spent any time on the coast lately, you’ve probably noticed the growing number of electric bikes zipping past. From quiet promenades to coastal tracks.. 20/08/2025

Region of Murcia attracts nearly €3 billion in investment with 94 projects underwayPlans include creation of 2,710 jobs and draw mainly from companies new to the region Murcia is currently buzzing with investment activity as the region’s economic development arm, “Invest in Murcia,” advances 94 business projects that.. 19/08/2025

Planned power cuts across the Region of Murcia this weekBetween August 19 and 22, Iberdrola will interrupt power supply on dozens of streets throughout the Region of Murcia It’s a very good thing that the red heat alerts have been lifted as thousands of homes throughout the Region of Murcia may have.. 19/08/2025

Mayor of Águilas Mari Carmen Moreno resignsMari Carmen Moreno announces her resignation from the mayor's office and puts an end to her life in active politics After 24 years dedicated to public life and politics, ten of them as a councillor in Águilas, Mayor Mari Carmen Moreno.. 19/08/2025

Nomophobia on the rise: Over 80% of young people in Spain struggle with mobile phone anxiety this summerWith phones constantly in our hands, young people face mounting anxiety without their mobiles, especially when routines disappear in the holidays   Have you ever noticed how the first thing you reach for in the morning, and the last thing you.. 19/08/2025

What Spanish citizens can do if they lose their passport at the airportSpain’s Guardia Civil can issue a travel permit so those with Spanish nationality don’t miss their flight Losing a passport or ID at the airport is every traveller’s nightmare. The panic usually sets in right away, with many.. 19/08/2025

Holidaymakers hit with soaring flight costs across SpainInternational travel costs are back to pre-pandemic highs Travellers to and from Spain are once again facing serious disruption as Ryanair ground staff stage a new wave of strikes running through to the end of the year. But even if your flight isn.. 19/08/2025

Jumilla reports another successful Fiestas and feria season in 2025Political controversy could not distract locals and visitors from the festive atmosphere in Jumilla during the Fiestas de la Vendimia The Town Hall of Jumilla, represented by Councillor Asunción Navarro, reports that the Fiestas and annual fair.. 19/08/2025

24-hour tourist information office planned in Los NarejosA combination of staffing and IT will offer a 24-hour service in this popular area of Los Alcázares Approval has been given in Los Alcázares for plans to create a new tourist office in Avenida Río Nalón in Los Narejos, where.. 19/08/2025

Spanish Navy marines and European crews join fight as wildfires enter ninth dayMore than 115,000 hectares burned, thousands displaced, and international support pouring in Continuing from coverage last week, Spain is now facing a ninth consecutive day of devastating wildfires that have scorched over 115,000 hectares, forced.. 18/08/2025

Eight new DGT rules every motorcyclist and cyclist in Spain needs to knowFresh safety measures aim to cut road deaths and improve coexistence between drivers and two-wheelers   Spain’s traffic authority has rolled out a series of new rules this year that will directly affect both motorcyclists and cyclists. The.. 18/08/2025