MURCIA REGION

Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 07/08/2026

EU brings in new AI rules to make chatbots and artificially generated content easier to spotBusinesses in Spain and the rest of the EU will have to be more open when customers are interacting with AI instead of a real person Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, whether you're shopping online, searching the internet.. 07/08/2026

Murcia's pharmacies step up as safe spaces for victims of gender-based violenceA new regional agreement will see pharmacists trained to detect and respond to domestic abuse, making every pharmacy a potential lifeline Walk into almost any pharmacy in the Region of Murcia and you'll find a familiar, trusted face behind the counter.. 07/08/2026

The summer driving mistakes that could cost you hundreds of euros in SpainFrom flip-flops to cigarette butts, the DGT has a long list of fines waiting for careless drivers this August Summer in Spain means long days, packed roads and, for many drivers, a rather costly surprise if they're not paying attention. The Spanish Directorate..

Lorca hotels expecting a bumper AugustThe “main cultural and heritage destination in the Region of Murcia” is expecting hotel occupancy rates of over 80% It is, of course, usual for hotels in the Region of Murcia to enjoy a couple of months of bumper business during July and August.. 07/08/2026

San Javier approves plans for 324-room La Manga hotel and new bus contractThe latest town hall meeting also approved new environmental powers and backed plans that could create dozens of jobs and bring hundreds more visitors to La Manga Plans for a new four-star hotel with 324 rooms in La Manga del Mar Menor have taken.. 07/08/2026

How to make a homemade trap for wasps using an old plastic bottleA simple homemade trap could help keep unwanted visitors away from patios and gardens as Oriental hornets are spotted in the Region of Murcia With Oriental hornets recently being spotted in Cartagena, residents are being urged to take care around.. 07/08/2026

Don't miss the eclipse: Espacio Mediterráneo is giving away free certified glasses for one of summer's most spectacular eventsWith just days to go until a rare solar eclipse lights up the skies, here's how to get your hands on a free pair of certified viewing glasses There are summer moments you plan for, and then there are moments that just happen to fall perfectly into.. 07/08/2026

New Caser insurance offers personalised recovery support for over-65s after an accidentCaser MiRecuperación combines insurance cover with the specialist care provided by Caser Residencial, helping older customers access practical support during their recovery An accident can change your routine in a matter of minutes. A fracture.. 07/08/2026

South-facing La Torre Golf Resort apartment on the market for just €164,999This latest listing from Simply Spanish Homes combines a prime position, modern interiors and outstanding value in one of Murcia's most popular golf resorts Priced at just €164,999, this beautifully presented two-bedroom apartment combines.. 06/08/2026

Expats in Spain save €50 per couple this August with Thy Will Be Done's summer offerThe trusted wills and powers of attorney specialists are offering a limited-time discount throughout August Making a will is one of those jobs that's easy to put off, but it's also one of the most important things you can do to protect your.. 06/08/2026

Murcia has just had its hottest July everAverage temperatures reached 28.5°C as the region endured two major heatwaves and exceptionally warm nights July 2026 was officially the hottest July ever recorded in the Region of Murcia, with an average temperature of 28.5°C, according to the.. 06/08/2026

Woman's ex-partner arrested after allegedly killing her inside Murcia shopping centreThe 44-year-old woman was found inside a shop at Carrefour Infante on Wednesday afternoon, with her former partner arrested hours later as he allegedly tried to flee towards Granada A man has been arrested after allegedly killing his former partner.. 06/08/2026

San Javier's former airport prepares for space-age transformationThe old airport is being given a new purpose, with space for innovative companies, training facilities and a European Space Agency incubator Plans to transform San Javier's former airport into an aerospace and satellite technology centre are.. 06/08/2026

Murcia weekend weather forecast Aug 6-9: More scorching heat with temperatures up to 40°CAn orange heat warning remains in force for parts of the Region as inland temperatures continue to push towards 40°C Heat alerts on Thursday August 6   There'll be no let-up from the summer heat in the Region of Murcia over the.. 06/08/2026

Lorca beaches protect loggerhead turtle nesting sitesThe unspoilt beaches of Lorca are typical of those which attracts female loggerheads Over recent years there has been a significant return to the beaches of some parts of the Spanish Mediterranean coast of the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta), not.. 06/08/2026

Murcia says child protection services are at breaking point after surge in migrant arrivalsThe Region warns it will struggle to take in unaccompanied children from Ceuta as boat arrivals more than double this year The Region of Murcia has warned that its child protection system is already under significant pressure following a sharp increase.. 05/08/2026

Cabo de Palos commemorates the forgotten shipwreck that claimed nearly 300 lives A new monument honours the nearly 300 people who died after an Italian liner struck reefs off the Cartagena coast in 1906 Long before the Titanic became the world's most famous maritime disaster, another passenger ship met a tragic end just off.. 05/08/2026

Archaeologists uncover more secrets beneath Murcia's San EstebanThe ongoing excavations are revealing more about life in the medieval Islamic neighbourhood of La Arrixaca, which stood here more than eight centuries ago Archaeologists working at Murcia's San Esteban site have uncovered more evidence of what.. 05/08/2026

Grape-picking for 2026 wines begins in JumillaThe majority of Jumilla wine grapes will remain on the vine until September and October On Monday 3rd August the wine-growing area of the DOP label of Jumilla officially began one of the many crucial phases of the cycle which leads to wine from northern.. 05/08/2026