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Woman's ex-partner arrested after allegedly killing her inside Murcia shopping centreThe 44-year-old woman was found inside a shop at Carrefour Infante on Wednesday afternoon, with her former partner arrested hours later as he allegedly tried to flee towards Granada A man has been arrested after allegedly killing his former partner.. 06/08/2026

San Javier's former airport prepares for space-age transformationThe old airport is being given a new purpose, with space for innovative companies, training facilities and a European Space Agency incubator Plans to transform San Javier's former airport into an aerospace and satellite technology centre are.. 06/08/2026

Murcia weekend weather forecast Aug 6-9: More scorching heat with temperatures up to 40°CAn orange heat warning remains in force for parts of the Region as inland temperatures continue to push towards 40°C Heat alerts on Thursday August 6   There'll be no let-up from the summer heat in the Region of Murcia over the.. 06/08/2026

Lorca beaches protect loggerhead turtle nesting sitesThe unspoilt beaches of Lorca are typical of those which attracts female loggerheads Over recent years there has been a significant return to the beaches of some parts of the Spanish Mediterranean coast of the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta), not.. 06/08/2026

Murcia says child protection services are at breaking point after surge in migrant arrivalsThe Region warns it will struggle to take in unaccompanied children from Ceuta as boat arrivals more than double this year The Region of Murcia has warned that its child protection system is already under significant pressure following a sharp increase.. 05/08/2026

Cabo de Palos commemorates the forgotten shipwreck that claimed nearly 300 lives A new monument honours the nearly 300 people who died after an Italian liner struck reefs off the Cartagena coast in 1906 Long before the Titanic became the world's most famous maritime disaster, another passenger ship met a tragic end just off.. 05/08/2026

Archaeologists uncover more secrets beneath Murcia's San EstebanThe ongoing excavations are revealing more about life in the medieval Islamic neighbourhood of La Arrixaca, which stood here more than eight centuries ago Archaeologists working at Murcia's San Esteban site have uncovered more evidence of what.. 05/08/2026

Grape-picking for 2026 wines begins in JumillaThe majority of Jumilla wine grapes will remain on the vine until September and October On Monday 3rd August the wine-growing area of the DOP label of Jumilla officially began one of the many crucial phases of the cycle which leads to wine from northern.. 05/08/2026

Could Murcia's recent earthquakes trigger a larger disaster?Researchers stress there's no cause for alarm, but they're analysing whether the tremors could have affected the fault responsible for the devastating 2011 Lorca earthquake After two earthquakes in the Region of Murcia in the space of just.. 05/08/2026

One Murcia spot ranks among Spain's favourite places for a cañaA new nationwide ranking based on the opinions and experiences of thousands of people has placed the city's best-known square among the country's favourite spots to enjoy a cold beer Murcia's Plaza de las Flores has been named one of.. 05/08/2026

Cartagena steps up hunt for invasive Oriental hornet after nest is foundExperts are monitoring the city after several specimens were found near the Roman Theatre and La Concepción Cartagena is stepping up efforts to stop the spread of the Oriental hornet after several specimens were discovered in the city and a.. 05/08/2026

Los Alcázares presents the first designated water sports beach in the Mar MenorSpecialized facilities for learners and international competitors at the Playa de las Salinas in Los Alcázares For many years Los Alcázares has been at the forefront of water sports activity in Spain, with sailors, windsurfers and other.. 05/08/2026

Four Murcia towns among the hottest places in SpainMolina de Segura recorded Spain's second-highest temperature as four Murcia municipalities featured in the national top ten If Tuesday felt unbearably hot, the latest figures show it wasn't just your imagination. Four municipalities in.. 05/08/2026

This neighbouring country is replacing black roads to beat the heat: Could Spain be next?A new type of permeable surface is helping cool streets naturally, raising questions about whether Spain could benefit too Spain's summers seem to get hotter every year, with prolonged heatwaves becoming the new normal across most of the country.. 04/08/2026

Buying in Spain? Choosing a firm that's both a Gestoría and a law firm could save you time, money and stressGestoría Carvajal explains why combining legal and administrative expertise can make buying a Spanish home far less stressful For many people moving to Spain, buying a home here is one of life's biggest milestones. It's exciting, but.. 04/08/2026

Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 04/08/2026

British tourists help make it a record start to the year for Murcia's tourismInternational visitor numbers reach a record high as tourists spend more and stay longer, with British holidaymakers continuing to lead the way The Region of Murcia has recorded its strongest start to the year for international tourism, with more.. 04/08/2026

Busy summer exposes hospitality staffing crisis across the Costa CálidaWith hotels and restaurants enjoying a strong tourist season, employers say finding qualified workers has become one of the industry's biggest challenges The Region of Murcia is in the middle of another busy summer, with hotels and restaurants.. 04/08/2026

Taquilla Tickets celebrates the opening of its brand new Camposol officeThe popular family-run business has moved into a larger premises and is inviting everyone to join the celebrations There's exciting news for anyone planning their next day out, mini break or Spanish adventure. Taquilla Tickets has officially opened.. 04/08/2026

Region of Murcia rents continue to climb as prices near €11 per square metreThe Region is still one of Spain's more affordable places to rent, but prices are definitely edging upwards The Region of Murcia remains one of Spain's most affordable places to rent, but prices are continuing to climb as competition for homes.. 03/08/2026