ANDALUCIA NEWS

Body of man found floating in Benalmádena marina prompts multi-agency responseAuthorities mobilised after 57-year-old’s lifeless body spotted at Puerto Marina dock 3 On Sunday November 16 in the morning, emergency services were alerted to a lifeless body floating in the water at dock 3 of Puerto Marina, in Benalmádena.. 17/11/2025

Norwegian man arrested in Fuengirola after fatal assault on Finnish tourist63-year-old man dies after being punched and left unconscious near marina taxi queue A 25-year-old Norwegian man has been arrested in Fuengirola after a violent assault that left a 63-year-old Finnish man in a coma and later led to his death. &.. 17/11/2025

The big flu-jab misconception still holding Andalucía backNearly half of adults don’t plan to get vaccinated, even as experts warn they’re not as safe as they think Andalucía has found itself back in the spotlight over flu vaccinations, and not for the best reasons. A new national survey has.. 17/11/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast November 17-20: A cool, unsettled week with rain, sun and chilly morningsWet and stormy spells give way to brighter skies, but temperatures take a dip across the region   Rain and cooling temperatures sweep through Andalucía as autumn settles in this week. We kick off with some hefty showers and thunderstorms.. 17/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in the..

Bird flu sends Spanish egg prices through the roofSpain has now locked down all poultry farms as 14 new outbreaks detected across six regions Eggs have become eye-wateringly expensive across Spain seemingly overnight as avian influenza (H5N1), more commonly known as bird flu, has gripped the globe. &..

Renfe to reinstate earlier compensation for train delays from January 2026Passengers will receive refunds for delays as short as 15 minutes on high-speed and long-distance trains Starting January 1, 2026, Renfe will return to its previous policy of compensating passengers for train delays of 15 and 30 minutes, offering 50%.. 14/11/2025

Shop smart this Black Friday with Consumur's friendly adviceThink twice before buying and know your rights while hunting for the best deals Black Friday is fast approaching ,in Spain, and shopping excitement is in the air, but Consumur, the Consumers and Users Network Association, reminds us to be savvy shoppers.. 14/11/2025

Mild earthquake shakes Montellano but causes no damageMagnitude 3 tremor felt across Seville’s Sierra Sur region with residents alerted but safe A magnitude 3 earthquake was recorded just before 9am yesterday in Montellano, a town nestled in the Sierra Sur area of Seville province. The National Geographic.. 14/11/2025

EU imposes customs duty on cheap Chinese imports like Shein and TemuMember states have agreed to scrap exemptions on shipments from Asia valued under €150 Cheap online shopping from the likes of Shein, Temu and AliExpress will soon be a thing of the past as on Thursday November 13 the EU member states agreed.. 14/11/2025

Spanish wages fall €6k lower than EU averageThe average full-time employee in Spain earns just €33,700 The pay in Spain has never exactly been great compared to what people are used to earning in the UK, but this has always been offset by the cheap cost of living. However, with prices.. 14/11/2025

Illicit tobacco use doubles in Spain as price hikes push smokers to seek cheaper alternativesNew data reveals non-domestic tobacco now accounts for over 10% of consumption, driven by Spain’s tax rises and nearby markets with lower prices, especially Gibraltar Illicit tobacco consumption in Spain has surged dramatically in the first half.. 13/11/2025

Jet2 unveils 11 new flights between Spain and the UKThe new base at London-Gatwick will welcome flights from Alicante, Malaga and more Budget British airline Jet2.com has announced the opening of a new base at London Gatwick Airport in 2026. This will be its 14th hub in the UK and will connect to 11.. 13/11/2025

If you have a cleaner for your house in Spain, you need to complete a risk assessment this weekThe new rules for domestic workers come into effect across Spain this Friday November 14, and there are big fines for non-compliance In September last year, Spain approved new legislation aimed at guaranteeing that domestic workers are protected against.. 13/11/2025

Is train noise keeping you up at night? Spain launches study into rail noise and sleepThe Ministry of Transport begins a major review into noise pollution from busy railway lines across ten provinces, inviting public feedback If you live near a busy railway line, you might already know what it’s like to be woken by the early morning.. 13/11/2025

Red deer: Friend or foe? How Doñana's biggest grazers spread and eat its favourite shrubA new study reveals the surprising double role of red deer in the life of the juagarzo shrub, offering fresh insight into Doñana’s delicate ecosystem Many who stroll the wild, sandy stretches of Doñana National Park, in Andalucí.. 13/11/2025

No, the solar storm in Europe will barely affect internet and phones in Spain, say expertsIn Spain, the effects of the solar storm will be short-lived and so mild most people won’t even notice Before you start thinking Spain is in for another nationwide blackout that will wipe out the internet and send people into a tailspin: don.. 13/11/2025

Foreigners drive Spain's biggest population boom in historySpain is now home to more than 49.4 million people and almost 20% of them were born somewhere else Spain’s population has reached a record-breaking 49,442,844 people after growing by 105,488 in the third quarter of 2025. The figures, released.. 12/11/2025

Andalucía's anti-drugs push widens after Isla Mayor shoot-outPolice confirm no arrests yet in Isla Mayor, as new operations in Cádiz and Almería highlight the scale of trafficking across southern Spain Andalucía’s ongoing fight against drug trafficking shows no signs of slowing, with.. 12/11/2025

Brace yourself for the booms: Supersonic flights return to Lorca skiesResidents warned of possible noise as Tactical Leadership Programme runs supersonic exercises from November 17 to 27 If you live in or near Murcia, southern Alicante and eastern Almería, you might want to keep your windows shut next week because.. 12/11/2025