ANDALUCIA NEWS

Renfe's delay compensation rollback sparks legal battle and fare concernsSpanish Transport minister calls new passenger-friendly rules unconstitutional as Renfe warns of 43 million euro impact   Renfe is gearing up for a legal fight after Congress passed a law forcing the rail operator to return to its previous compensation.. 18/11/2025

Málaga's new port tower: Bold vision meets local concernA striking hotel tower by renowned British architect aims to transform Málaga’s waterfront while sparking a local debate Málaga is on the verge of something big - literally. A new 144-metre port tower hotel is gradually making its.. 18/11/2025

Cloudflare outage causes websites to crash around the globeA massive error has taken down Spotify, X, ChatGPT and even Downdetector ‘What did we ever do before the internet?’ is a question many of us have jokingly asked. Well, this afternoon, we’re finding out firsthand. Content delivery.. 18/11/2025

Getting vaccinated against the flu or Covid reduces the risk of stroke and heart attackAccording to Spanish experts, flu and Covid-19 vaccines have benefits far beyond preventing the diseases they were designed for For anyone thinking twice about getting vaccinated this winter season, Spanish experts have an interesting take on things.. 18/11/2025

Cádiz prepares for Spain's biggest-ever tsunami drill on November 20Thousands to take part in Response25, testing emergency plans and safe zones ahead of potential tsunami As part of its target to become the first provincial capital in Spain recognised as 'Tsunami Ready' by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic.. 18/11/2025

Spanish vets warn dog owners about a hidden autumn dangerVets in Spain warn that acorns can cause intestinal blockages and toxic reactions in pets Autumn, with its parks and gardens full of changing leaves and fruits like acorns and chestnuts decorating the paths, is a picturesque scene, but for dogs it.. 18/11/2025

Lung cancer on the rise in younger Spaniards, especially in womenOne in 20 lung cancer patients in Spain is under 50 as genetic and environmental factors come into focus Lung cancer usually affects older people, but it is increasingly being diagnosed in younger patients, especially women. In fact, about one in 20 cases.. 18/11/2025

Spain hikes up the price of cigarettes and tobaccoDozens of brands of cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos and pipe tobacco in Spain have increased in price this week Tobacconists across Spain have introduced more price changes this week which impact cigarettes, cigarillos, cigars and pipe tobacco. In.. 18/11/2025

Get the heating on: Bottled gas prices have dropped again across SpainFrom November 18, the maximum price for butano gas canisters in Spain will be set at €15.46 With temperatures set to plummet across Spain this week there’s some great news for households: the price of a standard butano bottled gas cylinder.. 18/11/2025

Body of man found floating in Benalmádena marina prompts multi-agency responseAuthorities mobilised after 57-year-old’s lifeless body spotted at Puerto Marina dock 3 On Sunday November 16 in the morning, emergency services were alerted to a lifeless body floating in the water at dock 3 of Puerto Marina, in Benalmádena.. 17/11/2025

Norwegian man arrested in Fuengirola after fatal assault on Finnish tourist63-year-old man dies after being punched and left unconscious near marina taxi queue A 25-year-old Norwegian man has been arrested in Fuengirola after a violent assault that left a 63-year-old Finnish man in a coma and later led to his death. &.. 17/11/2025

The big flu-jab misconception still holding Andalucía backNearly half of adults don’t plan to get vaccinated, even as experts warn they’re not as safe as they think Andalucía has found itself back in the spotlight over flu vaccinations, and not for the best reasons. A new national survey has.. 17/11/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast November 17-20: A cool, unsettled week with rain, sun and chilly morningsWet and stormy spells give way to brighter skies, but temperatures take a dip across the region   Rain and cooling temperatures sweep through Andalucía as autumn settles in this week. We kick off with some hefty showers and thunderstorms.. 17/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in the..

Bird flu sends Spanish egg prices through the roofSpain has now locked down all poultry farms as 14 new outbreaks detected across six regions Eggs have become eye-wateringly expensive across Spain seemingly overnight as avian influenza (H5N1), more commonly known as bird flu, has gripped the globe. &..

Renfe to reinstate earlier compensation for train delays from January 2026Passengers will receive refunds for delays as short as 15 minutes on high-speed and long-distance trains Starting January 1, 2026, Renfe will return to its previous policy of compensating passengers for train delays of 15 and 30 minutes, offering 50%.. 14/11/2025

Shop smart this Black Friday with Consumur's friendly adviceThink twice before buying and know your rights while hunting for the best deals Black Friday is fast approaching ,in Spain, and shopping excitement is in the air, but Consumur, the Consumers and Users Network Association, reminds us to be savvy shoppers.. 14/11/2025

EU imposes customs duty on cheap Chinese imports like Shein and TemuMember states have agreed to scrap exemptions on shipments from Asia valued under €150 Cheap online shopping from the likes of Shein, Temu and AliExpress will soon be a thing of the past as on Thursday November 13 the EU member states agreed.. 14/11/2025

Spanish wages fall €6k lower than EU averageThe average full-time employee in Spain earns just €33,700 The pay in Spain has never exactly been great compared to what people are used to earning in the UK, but this has always been offset by the cheap cost of living. However, with prices.. 14/11/2025

Illicit tobacco use doubles in Spain as price hikes push smokers to seek cheaper alternativesNew data reveals non-domestic tobacco now accounts for over 10% of consumption, driven by Spain’s tax rises and nearby markets with lower prices, especially Gibraltar Illicit tobacco consumption in Spain has surged dramatically in the first half.. 13/11/2025