British landlords in Spain may have overpaid tax since Brexit
Here's how to claim back before it's too late Thousands of British property owners renting out across Spain may have been overpaying tax since Brexit – not through..

Murcia restaurants and bars struggle to find staff for the summer season
Employers warn they are being forced to recruit inexperienced workers and train them on the job to cope The hospitality sector in the Region of Murcia is heading into the..

Murcia bar named among the 18 Best in Spain at new national awards
Café Bar Verónicas picked up a prestigious T de Bares award alongside bars from across Spain A well-known bar in the Region of Murcia has officially been named one of..

Terra Natura Murcia open the door to a summer of fun and learning
Guardians of the Water returns in 2026 with games, workshops, animals and water activities for children aged 3 to 12 If you are looking for a summer activity that keeps the..

Police called to reports of  a 'tiger' roaming rooftops in Murcia
Residents in Molina de Segura contacted police after spotting what they believed was a dangerous animal roaming across rooftops Residents in the town of Molina de Segura..

The Osborne bull turns 70: The story of Spain's most iconic roadside symbol
The story of how a simple brandy advert became one of the most recognised symbols in Spain Few images are more closely linked to Spain than the giant black Osborne bull..

Four Iberian lynx kittens born in the wild in the Highlands of Lorca
The litter is the third ever recorded from a female released in the Region of Murcia The Highlands of Lorca have welcomed four new Iberian lynx kittens into the world..

Hotel inflation in Spain continues to soar: Prices rose 7.5% in April
Spain’s hotel sector is now far more expensive than the EU average, driven by strong foreign demand Hotel prices in Spain are still rising at a pace that leaves many visitors..

Move over Silicon Valley: A Murcia startup is at the heart of the AI boom
Freepik has rebranded under the name of Murcia-based AI startup Magnific following its acquisition Two local lads from Murcia are taking the world by storm. Javi López..

Traditional bathing station restored in Santiago de la Ribera
The Town Hall of San Javier is committed to re-creating these facilities which were first used in the early 20th century The beach of Santiago de la Ribera will boast a new..

Murcia's new nitrate plan faces criticism from environmental groups
Environmental organisation says the regional government's latest proposals repeat measures that have failed for more than two decades to stop pollution reaching the Mar Menor..

Lorca prepares for scorching summer as street awnings go up
Ground temperatures can be reduced by 15ºC under the awnings of Lorca! Although it’s still May the daytime temperatures in the Region of Murcia are reaching well into the..

Spain warned over teenage vaping surge ahead of World No Tobacco Day
Doctors say e-cigarettes are becoming the “gateway” to nicotine addiction as pressure grows for tougher anti-smoking laws Doctors in Spain are warning of a worrying rise..

The Shadow Plans transforms Cartagena city centre
Large textile panels now cover Calle del Carmen, filtering the sunlight and cooling down the city centre Cartagena's Calle del Carmen has a very different look about it..

Murcia weather forecast May 25-28: Mostly sunny with rising temperatures on the way
The settled weather looks set to continue with highs climbing towards the low 30s by Thursday Average temperatures expected on Thursday May 28   The good weather..

Rental prices keep climbing across Murcia and Cartagena as prices approach record levels
Latest figures show rents in Murcia are up 6.6% on last year, matching previous peak levels seen in 2025 Rental prices across the Region of Murcia continue to rise, which..

AI assistant helping heart patients at Murcia's La Arrixaca Hospital
New virtual monitoring system is already detecting serious cases early while reducing pressure on healthcare staff Murcia’s Virgen de la Arrixaca Hospital is continuing its..

Your supermarket shop in Spain just got pricier again
Tomatoes, eggs, fish and even wine have all seen noticeable price rises over the past year Anyone who feels like their weekly supermarket bill in Spain keeps creeping up is..

Spain commits almost €4 million to dog shelters and feral cat colonies
The new grant programme will help rescue centres and local councils care for abandoned animals across Spain If you're an animal lover, this one will put a smile on your..

Rebeca Pérez confirmed as Murcia's first female mayor in historic appointment
She succeeds José Ballesta, following his death earlier this month, after already serving as acting mayor in recent weeks Rebeca Pérez has become the first woman in history..

Six doctors investigated in Region of Murcia prescription fraud case
Guardia Civil says more than 250 prescriptions may have been falsified in a scheme linked to a pharmaceutical laboratory employee Six doctors are being investigated in the..

The beaches of Lorca prepare for summer!
Beach cleaning and the preparation of facilities along the coast near Calnegre The municipality of Lorca is the second largest in Spain, covering an area well in excess of..

San Javier to boost its underwater archaeology profile
Sites such as the Phoenician wreck of Bajo de la Campana illustrate the 2500-year history of San Javier Ever keen to make the most of the varied attractions and interesting..

Spain agrees €7 billion housing plan with €308 million earmarked for Murcia
The new State Housing Plan 2026-2030 was backed unanimously by all regional governments The Spanish Government will invest €308 million in the Region of Murcia under..