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New criminal probe into Murcia council over deadly nightclub fireThe courts have ordered a fresh investigation into the council’s role in the Teatre and Fonda Milagros tragedy The investigation into the deadly nightclub fire in Murcia back in 2023 has taken a new turn after a judge ordered a separate criminal.. 30/12/2025

Housing, electricity, water, pensions... everything that goes up and down in price in Spain next yearPensions get 2.7% boost and public transport stays frozen as electricity bills and housing costs continue climbing in Spain As 2025 limps towards the finish line, people in Spain are already eyeing 2026 with a mixture of hope and dread, wondering.. 30/12/2025

Supermarket opening hours across Spain on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2025Mercadona, Lidl and Carrefour are all opening on New Year's Eve but with reduced hours across Spain We've all been there. The guests are arriving in a few hours, you've suddenly realised you're short on cava, and panic sets in. Before.. 30/12/2025

A quick guide to Roscón de Reyes and the best supermarket optionsEverything you need to know about Roscón de Reyes, from the hidden surprises and traditional fillings to the best supermarket options this year Every year on Three Kings Day, January 6, families across Spain gather to enjoy Roscón.. 30/12/2025

A reminder that V-16 emergency lights replace triangles in Spain from January 1Starting the new year, drivers will need a V-16 beacon instead of a warning triangle to meet Spain's road safety rules From January 1 2026, the V‑16 emergency light officially replaces the traditional warning triangles in Spain. This.. 30/12/2025

Touch to discover: Águilas installs tactile models at key tourist landmarksThe initiative will allow people with visual and motor disabilities to explore Águilas's main attractions Águilas Council has taken a big step towards creating a more inclusive tourism experience with the installation of typhological.. 30/12/2025

How Murcia workers can bag 22 days off work using just 6 holiday days in 2026From January to Christmas, the Region of Murcia's calendar is packed with opportunities for extended breaks If you're the sort of person who checks the calendar on New Year's Day to see where the public holidays fall, 2026 is shaping up.. 30/12/2025

New Year's traditions in Spain from grapes to red underwearNew Year's Eve in Spain is usually a family occasion, with food, late nights and a few long-standing traditions If you head out for an evening meal or a drink on New Year's Eve, you may be disappointed, as much of Spain will feel like a ghost.. 30/12/2025

Here are 16 perfect places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Spain and abroadFrom Madrid's midnight grapes to Sydney Harbour’s fireworks: Your guide to the perfect New Year celebration Let's be honest, if you're still trying to figure out where to spend New Year's Eve, you're cutting it pretty fine.. 29/12/2025

12 grapes for 12 bells: This is how the Spanish celebrate New YearsThe age-old tradition throughout Spain is said to bring good luck for the year to come It’s no secret that Spain is home to many weird and wacky traditions, but one time-honoured New Year’s Eve custom is making a come-back at the most trendy..

La Palmera Bar & Grill: Your essential guide to winter entertainment and diningThe Los Urrutias bar serves up Sunday roasts, daily menus and lively events throughout December, January, February and March Christmas is in full swing at La Palmera Bar & Grill in Estrella de Mar, Los Urrutias, and the popular venue has lined.. 29/12/2025

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in SpainHalf a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain are getting an unexpected break after the government admitted its mandatory.. 29/12/2025

Day trips, concerts, carnivals and more next January and February with Taquilla TicketsGet the new year off to the best start with exciting outings throughout Murcia and Alicante Once the excitement of Christmas is over, January and February can feel like they're dragging their heels a bit. But it doesn't have to be that way.. 29/12/2025

Warmer temperatures after the storms: Murcia weather forecast Dec 29-Jan 4The Region of Murcia will welcome 2026 with mixed weather and unseasonably mild nights Weather outlook on Thursday January 1   Over the weekend, Murcia and much of south-eastern Spain were battered by torrential rain and flooding, with.. 29/12/2025

Read the January edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to 2026 and the January issue of Home & Living! So what can you find in our latest edition?   • A fresh start, without pressure. Rather than New Year Resolutions, we offer you information on a ‘Health Re-Set&rsquo.. 29/12/2025

7 slow tourism experiences in the Region of MurciaTake your foot of the pedal as you wallow in the rhythms of Nature and local customs in rural Murcia! “Slow tourism” is a way of travelling which places the emphasis on tranquillity, getting in touch with Nature and showing respect for the environment..

Why your 2026 New Year's resolutions should begin with your willGet ahead in 2026 by ticking off the task that protects your family and your wishes, it’s easier than you think Image: Pexels/Arina Krasnikova The start of a new year is when many of us promise to get organised. We plan to sort paperwork.. 29/12/2025

WATCH! Weekend storms batter Murcia with hail and waterspoutsResidents fled as furniture was flung around by fierce winds in Puerto de Mazarrón   The Region of Murcia, along with much of southern Spain, was thrown into chaos over the weekend as a massive storm system unleashed torrential rain.. 29/12/2025

2025 Spain news: The year in reviewThe apagón, Torre Pacheco riots… what a year it’s been! These are all the main news stories from around Spain which we’ve reported on over the course of the year As the year draws to a close, it feels like 2025 has packed.. 26/12/2025

A white Christmas for the Region of Murcia as snow blankets Sierra Espuña and Sierra del CarcheSnow blankets Sierra Espuña and Sierra del Carche, giving Murcia a white Christmas Snow fell in the Murcia Region this Christmas, covering the regional parks of Sierra Espuña and Sierra del Carche and giving the area a true white.. 26/12/2025