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Public healthcare pressures across Spain push more people towards private insuranceNearly 13 million people in Spain now pay for private cover rather than relying on the overburdened public system More people in Spain are turning to private healthcare than ever before, with almost 13 million residents now paying for medical insurance.. 11/05/2026

Nearly 18,000 cruise passengers arriving in Cartagena with seven cruise ships due in six daysCartagena prepares for one of its busiest cruise weeks of the year with AIDACosma, Disney Dream and Queen Anne among arrivals The port of Cartagena is getting ready for a hectic week as seven cruise ships are docking in just six days, bringing.. 11/05/2026

Your bank may be calling - but it could be a scam: Police warn over rising 'spoofing' fraud in SpainFraudsters are making calls appear genuine to trick victims into handing over banking details and security codes A worrying phone scam that makes calls look as though they are coming directly from your bank is continuing to spread in Spain, with Polic.. 11/05/2026

Squatting complaints fall in Spain but thousands of homeowners are still facing nightmare battlesThe Valencian Community recorded a rise in squatting reports while Murcia registered 425 cases last year Reports linked to squatting in Spain may have fallen slightly last year, but for many homeowners the issue remains one of the country’s.. 11/05/2026

Murcia weekly weather forecast May 11-14We will enjoy much brighter and drier conditions this week, with only a slight chance of rain In comparison with last week, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) is forecasting a far lower possibility of rain this week in the Region of Murcia, and.. 11/05/2026

Smoke spews from Ryanair plane after landing at Murcia Corvera AirportThe smoke was seen coming from the cockpit area shortly after passengers had disembarked from the London Luton flight A Ryanair aircraft began spewing out smoke shortly after landing at the Region of Murcia International Airport on Saturday morning.. 11/05/2026

Hantavirus cruise ship set to dock in Tenerife as quarantine plan moves aheadThe MV Hondius is due in Granadilla on Saturday, with British passengers also affected by the outbreak and health authorities insisting the risk remains low Spain is preparing to receive the MV Hondius in Tenerife on Saturday after the cruise ship at.. 08/05/2026

Spain wants to ban octopus farming due to their superior intelligenceSpain opens the door to a pioneering law against the breeding and sale of octopuses The long-running debate on animal welfare has moved beyond the usual confines of dogs and cats, extending now into the depths of the ocean. Spain has become a focal.. 08/05/2026

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to expertsEarly summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s been an unsettled and unpredictable start to the year is something of an understatement. Spain welcomed 2026 with a barrage of storms that.. 08/05/2026

Mercadona changes home delivery rules leaving some shoppers stranded in SpainShoppers now face checking store by store across Spain to see whether deliveries are still available Mercadona shoppers across Spain are facing a frustrating new change that could make the weekly supermarket run a lot more complicated, especially.. 08/05/2026

Supermarkets and shopping centres are allowed to open in Murcia this Sunday May 10The date is one of the Region of Murcia’s “festivos de libre apertura”, allowing shops to open on a normally restricted Sunday The Region of Murcia is gearing up for one of its so-called “festivos de libre apertura”.. 08/05/2026

Budget airline battle: Wizz Air fills the gap left by Ryanair in SpainThe Hungarian low-cost airline says it will increase capacity in Spain by 39% as Ryanair continues to cut routes Spain’s low-cost airline market is starting to look very different and Wizz Air is clearly hoping to take advantage of the turbulence.. 08/05/2026

Murcia farmers warn lemon virus could spread fast without urgent actionAsaja says seven cases have now been detected and is calling for a phytosanitary alert and stronger controls Asaja Murcia has raised the alarm over the spread of citrus yellow vein chlorosis, saying the number of cases in the Region has now reached seven.. 07/05/2026

Los Alcázares launches week-long speed crackdown for driversThe campaign will run from May 8 to 15 on roads where excessive speeding has repeatedly been detected Drivers in Los Alcázares are being warned to ease off the accelerator this week as the council launches a new speed control campaign across.. 07/05/2026

Weather warnings for rain, storms and hail across Murcia: Weekend forecast May 7-10Take precaution when on the roads or out and about when the forecast is for rain this heavy Murcia weather forecast, Thursday May 7 It looks like we’ve got one last weekend of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the Region of Murcia.. 07/05/2026

Murcia leads Spain as resale property prices rise by 23%New data shows Murcia leading the national housing market, outpacing all other regions in year-on-year price growth According to new data released by Spanish property portal idealista, the price of resale properties in Spain rose by 16.9% year-.. 06/05/2026

€8.5 million housing development approved near Cartagena Port187 homes are planned in the Santa Lucía area of Cartagena and are part of a major investment, which includes the waterfront and public services The Cartagena Council has approved plans for a major new residential development in Santa Luc.. 06/05/2026

Why scientists are trying to bring back the Mediterranean Prawn to the Mar MenorThe University of Murcia is leading a €450,000 research project to achieve the first captive breeding of the Mediterranean prawn The Mediterranean prawn has traditionally had real economic and cultural importance in the Mar Menor area. They.. 06/05/2026

New LED lighting brings a fresh look to the Los Alcázares seafront while cutting energy costsThe 240 new lights will cut the town's energy use by over 46% and save Los Alcázares around €3,200 a year The seafront in Los Alcázares has a noticeably fresher look these days, with 240 new LED street lights now installed along.. 06/05/2026

How HELP Murcia Mar Menor has been making a difference across the RegionFrom nappies in Cartagena to a special walker for a little boy with a rare condition, here's what the charity has been up to lately Founded in 2002, HELP Murcia Mar Menor has been quietly getting on with the business of supporting those in need.. 06/05/2026
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