ALMERIA ANDALUCIA

Andalucía's president says screen addiction in children is creating serious problems in schoolsJuanma Moreno used the start of the new school year to call for a national conversation about education, technology and the culture of effort Children's dependence on phones and tablets is generating real and growing problems in schools, according.. 11/09/2026

September 20 Popular race circuit in MojácarRunners of all ages can take part in the Almería Provincial Council's popular race circuit when it comes to Mojácar next Sunday Mojácar is gearing up to host its stop on the Almería Provincial Council's Popular.. 10/09/2026

Two months on from the Los Gallardos wildfire, the death toll has risen to 15 after a British woman dies of her burnsThe woman escaped the fire in July with the help of a passing vehicle, but succumbed to severe burns in hospital Two months have passed since the Los Gallardos wildfire tore through the mountains of Almería, and the human cost of that disaster.. 09/09/2026

September 19 Mojácar's magical Night of the Candles returnsThousands of candles will transform the streets and squares of Mojácar for one magical evening Mojácar Pueblo will take on a magical glow on Saturday September 19 when its famous Noche de las Velas, or Night of the Candles, returns. &.. 08/09/2026

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discountThe 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 from this Tuesday September 1, well above the 5 cents originally planned.. 04/09/2026

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. As a new season begins, we’re delighted to bring you another issue packed with.. 04/09/2026

Spain's traffic lights are changing from October 1: Here's what drivers need to knowA new rule will stop flashing amber lights appearing at the same time as green pedestrian signals at crossings across Spain Drivers in Spain will see an important change at traffic lights from October 1 when a combination of signals that has long.. 03/09/2026

Mercadona returns to winter hours in SpainMore than 300 stores across Spain will once again shut on Sundays as summer draws to a close There’s a bit of bad news for anyone who’s become rather too accustomed to a Sunday trip to Mercadona. With summer officially coming to an end.. 02/09/2026

Mojácar hosts packed September of archaeology, workshops and guided toursSeveral events are planned throughout the month, including special activities for children and guided tours of the archaeological site If you’ve ever wanted to get a little closer to Mojácar’s history, September is a good time to.. 01/09/2026

Health insurance costs in Spain jump 67% since the pandemicLonger waiting lists have pushed more people in Spain towards private healthcare Health insurance in Spain has become considerably more expensive since the pandemic, with premiums rising by 67.6% between July 2020 and July 2026, according to figures.. 31/08/2026

STO Media Group is looking for sales talent across Alicante, Murcia and AlmeríaSTO Media Group is looking for motivated field sales and telesales representatives to promote its growing portfolio of media brands Do you have a natural talent for sales and enjoy meeting people? STO Media Group could be looking for you.  .. 26/08/2026

Thinking about solar panels in Spain? This handy chart could settle it once and for allGo Solar has completed more than 500 installations across southern Spain and is backed by a 4.8 star Google rating Anyone who's been umming and ahhing over whether to get solar panels fitted might just find their answer in a new decision chart.. 26/08/2026

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyersVera-Almanzora will be one of only four AVE stations on the new 198-kilometre line   For years, the prospect of high speed rail reaching the Almería coast has been something talked about in terms of what might happen in the future.. 25/08/2026

Seven Blue Flag beaches in Andalucía where you can actually find space this summerFrom Atlantic dunes to inland reservoirs, these quieter spots combine quality facilities with room to breathe Summer in Andalucía is wonderful, but finding a beach that doesn't feel like a car park by 10.00am is another matter. The good news.. 19/08/2026

Ecocorp Solar: The smarter way to cut your energy bills and take control of your homeWith 15 years of experience across southern Spain, Ecocorp Solar is helping homeowners harness the sun and say goodbye to rising energy costs Let's be honest. If you live in southern Spain, you already know the sun is one of the best things about.. 14/08/2026

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish EnergySpanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners in Spain could be paying more than they need to on electricity without realising it. That's according to Spanish Energy, which specialises.. 13/08/2026

Five plans that will make Almería one of your favourite destinationsSkip the usual beach routine and discover five unforgettable experiences that make Almería one of Spain's best holiday destinations Almería has long been a favourite summer escape and it's easy to see why. Unlike many parts of.. 31/07/2026

Crypto and your estate: The wealth planning gap that could cost your family everythingElysium Wealth Advisors explains why cryptocurrency should now be an essential part of every estate plan Cryptocurrency has become an increasingly important part of many investors' portfolios. Yet while considerable attention is often given to.. 28/07/2026

Southern Spain is becoming a desert. One company is using innovative organic farming techniques to turn that around (and make delicious almonds at the same time!)Almendrehesa has been committed for over a decade to regenerating the subsoil of southeast Spain’s countryside to combat desertification Everyone knows and loves the southeastern corner of Spain for its great weather, relaxed pace of life and.. 17/07/2026

Read the July edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to July and this month's issue of Home & Living In this edition we celebrate the very best of summer living. As always, our aim is to provide practical advice, fresh ideas and engaging articles that are useful in everyday life. From.. 13/07/2026