Homelessness becomes increasingly visible on streets and parks in Cartagena
Cartagena City Council has already provided support to hundreds of people this year   Homeless people sleeping in parks and public spaces have become increasingly visible..

Two boat captains arrested after another 59 migrants land on Murcia coast
The latest arrival brings the number of migrants reaching the Cartagena coastline in the past two weeks to almost 300 Two men have been arrested after a powerful boat carrying..

Homeless man crushed to death by rubbish truck in Cartagena
The man reportedly hid in the public bin after fleeing from police in the centre of Cartagena A man hiding inside a rubbish container in Cartagena was accidentally picked..

Weather warnings for heavy rains and storms in parts of Murcia
Storms are expected between 2pm and 8pm on Wednesday September 2 Rain and storms are set to return to the Region of Murcia this Wednesday September 2, with Aemet issuing..

Spain's new school year faces strikes and protests across the country
More than eight million pupils are preparing to return to classrooms from September 7, but disputes over pay, staffing and school conditions could bring disruption in several..

The legend of Tomir in Caravaca de la Cruz
A sleeping giant protects the city of Caravaca against invaders! The legend of the giant Tomir was first recounted by chronicler Manuel Guerrero Torres and tells the story..

Spain records its deadliest summer for heat-related deaths
Health experts warn that increasingly frequent and prolonged heatwaves are becoming a growing public health threat across Spain Spain has recorded its highest number of..

La Manga – Santiago de la Ribera ferry timetable September 2026
Evening sailings curtailed after dark now the main summer season is over With the end of the peak summer season in the Mar Menor and the beginning of September the ferry service..

Santomera archaeological site reveals centuries of hidden history
New discoveries at the Sierra de Balumba site reveal how the strategic hilltop was used from the Bronze Age through to the Andalusian period A hilltop in Santomera has..

Self-employed in Murcia could claim up to €10,000 for hiring staff
The Region of Murcia has launched a new grant scheme to help autónomos take on permanent staff Starting a business is never easy, especially if you're beginning from scratch..

Showers early on before a dry, sunny finish: Murcia weather forecast August 31-September 3
Rain and possible thunderstorms are still on the cards early in the week before skies brighten up across the Region of Murcia Weather outlook on Tuesday morning, September..

Fifth migrant boat in two weeks intercepted off Murcian coast
Seven Algerian migrants were intercepted after their boat was spotted near Águilas Another migrant boat was intercepted off the Region of Murcia's coast this Sunday August..

Massive expansion plan approved with thousands more homes at Hacienda del Álamo
The second phase of Hacienda del Álamo's expansion could bring 3,000 new homes to the resort Fuente Álamo looks set for its biggest building boom in decades, with plans..

Health insurance costs in Spain jump 67% since the pandemic
Longer waiting lists have pushed more people in Spain towards private healthcare Health insurance in Spain has become considerably more expensive since the pandemic, with..

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discount
The diesel discount will increase to 20 cents per litre across Spain from Tuesday September 1 The government's fuel discount for diesel is set to rise to 20 cents per litre..

More than 262,000 hectares burned by wildfires across Spain this year
Spain has recorded 43 major forest fires this year, while a change in the weather could bring some relief to fire-hit areas this weekend Spain has seen more than 262,000..

Cartagena beaches closed after sea suddenly retreats from La Manga coastline
Swimming has been banned from La Manga to El Portús as Civil Protection monitors an unusual change in sea level The sea has suddenly pulled back by several metres along..

Murcia beer named best in its class at World Beer Awards
The Murcia-brewed lager was created to mark the company's 60th anniversary A beer brewed in Murcia has been named the best in the world in its category, after Estrella..

House prices are up 22% in Murcia, but most buyers aren't borrowing
More than half of homes bought in the Region were paid for without a mortgage despite the rising prices Buying a home in the Region of Murcia is becoming more expensive..

TKO Mystery Voice competition winner celebrates with €500 prize
After more than three months of clues and guesses, one TKO Radio listener finally walked away with the €500 prize After more than three months of guessing, the mystery..

Rapid response from firefighters stops Bullas blaze reaching homes
Across Spain, more than 262,000 hectares have been burned by wildfires so far this year Quick action from emergency crews has stopped an agricultural fire that broke out..

Navy submarines Isaac Peral and Narciso Monturiol sail together in Cartagena for the first time
The two S-80 submarines were spotted training side by side between Escombreras Island and Cabo Tiñoso The Spanish Navy's first two S-80 class submarines, the Isaac Peral..

Dreaded mud rain to hit three regions of southern Spain this Friday
A mix of rain and Saharan dust could leave cars and patios covered in a reddish mess Spain is ending August with what meteorologist Evelio Gómez describes as a very changeable..

Mazarrón residents demand action over floating parties damaging the coast
Locals and environmental groups say a lack of surveillance is putting the protected Posidonia meadows at risk What's normally one of the most peaceful spots on the Region..