MURCIA NEWS

Storms, sunshine and 38°C ahead in Murcia: Weather forecast August 10-13Parts of Murcia have been issued a yellow warning for storms and heavy rain on Monday before temperatures climb back towards 40°C   Weather outlook on Monday August 10   It's not going to be entirely plain sailing weather.. 10/08/2026

Forensic evidence of semen found on victim in Murcia surgeon rape caseThe discovery brings investigators a significant step closer to trial as the suspect remains in custody A significant development has emerged in the case against a Murcia plastic surgeon accused of raping sedated patients in his operating theatre. The.. 10/08/2026

WATCH! Thousands form human chain around Mar Menor in Murcia to demand protectionPeople gathered in Los Alcázares and other locations across Murcia to show their support for the lagoon   Playa de Carrión 2,Los Alcázares. Gracias por hacerlo posible...lo fácil era quedarse bajo la sombrilla.. 10/08/2026

Dogs and cats could soon be allowed on buses across the Region of MurciaMore than 413,000 pets are officially registered in the Region of Murcia as authorities prepare to consult the public Taking your dog on the bus or travelling with your cat could become much easier in the Region of Murcia if plans being developed.. 10/08/2026

Playa del Espejo in Los Alcázares recognized as a highly equipped accessible beachThe regional government elevates the level of compliance as a reward for the council’s efforts The Mar Menor municipality of Los Alcázares continues to strive to make more and more areas of the town fully accessible to those of limited mobility.. 10/08/2026

Ever wondered what happens on Cartagena's beaches after the sun goes down? Quite a lot, as it turns outThe Ayuntamiento has revealed the scale of its round-the-clock summer cleaning operation, which removed more than 120 cubic metres of waste from beaches in July alone Most people enjoying a morning swim or an afternoon on the sand along Cartagena'.. 10/08/2026

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

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

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

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