MURCIA CITY, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Experts warn of the link between hearing loss and a higher risk of Alzheimer's, and how to prevent itResearch shows that hearing loss may raise the risk of dementia, making early detection and ear care essential Hearing loss in seniors is more serious than many may realise. Studies show it may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, including.. 06/03/2026

Murcia tops Spain for profitable businesses, but US trade fears growEight in ten firms make money as region eyes Trump tariff risks Great news for Murcia's entrepreneurs: the Region leads Spain with 79% of companies turning a profit in 2023 - that's eight out of every ten succeeding. Unicaja's latest '.. 06/03/2026

Saharan dust pushes Murcia's air quality to dangerous levelsLorca records the worst air quality in the region as tiny dust particles reach up to three times the safe limit Murcia is struggling with very poor air quality this week as Saharan dust sweeps across the region. Every monitoring station is showing.. 05/03/2026

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates Starting a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy this new stage, it is essential to feel protected. For this reason, having health insurance with medical, surgical and hospital cover.. 05/03/2026

Ceutí set to dive into summer pool fun after 25-year wait€1.6 million project will end the Murcia region's last pool-less town by 2027 After nearly three decades without a public summer swimming pool, Ceutí Ayuntamiento has unveiled plans to build one, making it no longer the only municipality.. 05/03/2026

How elderly care trends are developing in Spain: From traditional residences to innovative home solutionsLike many countries, Spain has an ageing population, and the care sector for the third age is rapidly evolving to reflect that Spain’s elderly care sector is evolving rapidly as the population ages and, while traditional residential homes remain.. 05/03/2026

Murcia proposes giving Asian coffee and meat pie official tourist statusOne Region of Murcia party is strongly against the move, calling it “a load of nonsense” Asian coffee from Cartagena and Murcia’s famous meat pie could soon be officially recognised as tourist attractions under a new regional law.. 04/03/2026

Why this year's spring pollen season in Murcia could be tougher than usual: Everything you need to knowAfter weeks of rain followed by warmer weather, experts are warning of higher pollen counts and more intense symptoms for allergy sufferers Murcia is known as the 'Garden of Spain'. There are lots of parks, green spaces, and Murcia is surrounded.. 03/03/2026

Murcia remains Spain's most car dependent regionMore than 70% of people in Murcia rely on their car every day, and public transport still lags behind the rest of Spain One of the most frustrating things about living in Murcia is just how isolated it feels. Even within the region, getting from.. 02/03/2026

Bryan Adams to return to Murcia on November 6Tickets for the concert in Murcia will go on sale in early March Canadian star Bryan Adams is returning to the city of Murcia for another concert on 6th November following a few sell-out dates at the Palacio de Deportes (click for map) in recent years.. 02/03/2026

This is where the DGT's newest speed camera is in the Region of MurciaThe DGT has installed 33 new speed cameras across Spain, which go live across Spain this week This week, the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) activated 33 new speed cameras across 11 regions, including both fixed and average speed check (tramo.. 02/03/2026

Murcia towns crack top 100 for Spain's hottest property hotspotsMurcia, Cartagena, Molina de Segura and San Javier lead regional surge in buyer demand If you have been following Spain's push to ease the housing crisis with a €23 billion fund, here's some more evidence of the demand driving it.. 27/02/2026

Murcia police rescue 27 tiny puppies intended for the black marketDozens of dogs, cats and birds were found crammed into the boot of a car in La Alberca A lucky break during a routine traffic patrol on Wednesday February 25 led to the rescue of more than 20 little puppies and other pets intended for sale on the.. 27/02/2026

Living better starts here: Altaona, Europe's first residential longevity concept in Murcia These are the different options for wellbeing and longevity at Altaona’s various property types Imagine waking up to silence, light and open space, with Murcia city centre just ten minutes away and the Mediterranean coast within twenty. For.. 26/02/2026

Campervans are taking over Murcia's shopping centre car parksThe campervan debate divides opinion everywhere in Spain, but in Murcia it's becoming impossible to ignore What was once a straightforward place to leave your car at Murcia's Thader shopping centre has transformed into something resembling.. 25/02/2026

Murcia's local police to patrol on electric scooters to tackle e-scooter misuseTwelve officers will use specially equipped e-scooters to monitor bike lanes and smaller streets to educate riders on the rules Murcia's local police have started a new unit that patrols on electric scooters. The team has 12 officers and four.. 24/02/2026

Corvera named Best Airport in Europe for fourth year runningThe Region of Murcia International Airport took home the prize in the 2 million passengers category Murcia’s Corvera airport has once again been named the best small airport in Europe, picking up the title for the fourth year in a row.  .. 24/02/2026

Murcia drivers lost two days and six hours to traffic jams in 2025TomTom reveals steady 30% congestion and Friday rush-hour nightmares Ever found yourself glaring at a sea of brake lights on Espinardo interchange wondering if you'll ever get home? You're not alone. Last year, Murcia drivers wasted two days.. 23/02/2026

5G high-speed internet coming to a town near you as Murcia expands coverageThanks to recent rollouts by MasOrange, Telefónica, and Vodafone, rural towns are finally getting high-speed internet Telecoms in the Region of Murcia are moving fast, and 5G is no longer just for the cities. Thanks to recent rollouts by.. 23/02/2026

Carlos Alcaraz continues his winning streak with a win at the Doha ATP 500The 22-year-old World No.1 from El Palmar in Murcia extended his unbeaten start to the year, beating Arthur Fils to claim his ninth ATP 500 title Not long after becoming the youngest man in history to complete the Career Grand Slam, Carlos Alcaraz added.. 23/02/2026