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Large dogs can now travel on more trains across Spain from July 21Dogs weighing up to 40kg will be allowed on most Renfe services, giving pet owners far more flexibility when travelling around Spain Travelling around Spain with a larger dog is about to become a lot simpler thanks to a major change being introduced.. 20/07/2026

Extreme heat warnings as temperatures soar past 43ºC: Murcia weather forecast July 20-23Aemet has activated orange alerts across the Region of Murcia as temperatures climb towards Thursday's peak The Region of Murcia will spend much of this week under official heat warnings as the third heatwave of the summer takes hold. The State.. 20/07/2026

Extreme heat pushes back reopening of Cartagonova bridge for another weekThe closure has been extended by another week after extreme heat and technical challenges delayed work, with additional roadworks in the Alameda de San Antón area continuing to affect traffic Drivers in Cartagena will have to put up with.. 20/07/2026

Police scramble to a packed La Manga beach after a 'suspicious package' washed up ashoreBathers watched on as officers and lifeguards moved in to secure the mystery haul. The Guardia Civil was poised to investigate. There was just one problem It had all the hallmarks of a significant find. On Saturday, a large package washed up on a busy.. 20/07/2026

Spain are world champions again, but Argentina made sure the final will be remembered for all the wrong reasons tooFerran Torres' 106th-minute goal sealed a 1-0 victory over ten-man Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, as ugly scenes after the final whistle overshadowed a landmark night for Spanish football Spain have done it again. Ferran Torres struck.. 20/07/2026

¡Vamos, España! Spain face off against Argentina in the World Cup finalEngland's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak, setting up a Spain v Argentina final Spain now knows exactly who stands between them and World Cup glory after Argentina booked their place in Sunday's final in New York with one of the great comeback.. 17/07/2026

Three Murcia restaurants named among Spain's best places to eat for under €100Eateries in Murcia, La Manga del Mar Menor and Lo Pagán all feature among the 100 best in the country Three restaurants in the Region of Murcia have earned a place in a new guide highlighting the 100 best places to eat in Spain for less than.. 17/07/2026

The EU's digital identity wallet is coming. Here's what it means and who it affectsEuropean citizens will be able to store their ID card, driving licence and other key documents on their phone by 2027, but questions remain about whether the scheme will extend to non-EU residents For EU citizens, the prospect of crossing into another.. 17/07/2026

Passenger almost sucked from Ryanair jet after window shatters. Could it happen on a Spain flight?The terrifying Ryanair incident has left many holidaymakers wondering whether the same thing could happen on a flight to or from Spain Image: Artistic representation of the damage   A passenger was nearly sucked from a Ryanair plane after.. 17/07/2026

Murcia weather forecast July 16-19: Third heatwave on the wayTemperatures could climb past 42°C in many parts of Murcia this weekend Weather alerts for high temperatures on Thursday July 16   The Region of Murcia is in for another stretch of scorching hot weather over the next few days, with.. 16/07/2026

Nearly 300 loggerhead turtles returned to the sea from Murcia's coastline since 2019The Region of Murcia is becoming one of the Mediterranean's most important breeding areas for loggerhead turtles Murcia has become one of the most important places for the vulnerable loggerhead turtles to nest in the western Mediterranean.. 15/07/2026

Murcia braces for hottest day of the summer with highs of 44°CAn orange warning is in force across parts of inland Murcia, where temperatures could climb to some of the highest levels seen this summer Several parts of the Region of Murcia are facing what could be the hottest day of the summer so far, with temperatures.. 15/07/2026

Sexual offence convictions in Spain rise 14% in a year, with one in ten offenders under 18New INE figures show a record number of people sentenced for crimes against sexual freedom in 2025, with Murcia also reaching its highest total since records began Behind every conviction statistic is a victim, and the figures published this week by Spain.. 15/07/2026

Spain is through to the World Cup final - could it be a Spain-England final?Celebrations erupted across Spain as La Roja beat France 2-0 to book their place in Sunday's World Cup final, now attention turns to England's semi-final against Argentina Spain is through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating.. 15/07/2026

San Javier turns disused spaces in La Manga into shaded, green areasNew paving, trees and shaded areas aim to bring down surface temperatures as another heatwave approaches San Javier Town Council's Tourism Department has transformed three previously unused plots in La Manga, giving them a new lease of life while.. 15/07/2026

International scientists gather at the Mar Menor to help predict the Mediterranean's futureScientists and researchers from Spain, the United States, Ireland and Cyprus are working alongside the Technical University of Cartagena on the Living Lab project to help protect Mediterranean coastlines from environmental issues The Mar Menor.. 14/07/2026

Leaked internal document warns of serious shortcomings in Murcia fire serviceA leaked report signed by six senior officers claims staff shortages, ageing vehicles, outdated equipment and long response times are putting increasing pressure on Murcia's fire service An internal report backed by six of the ten senior officers.. 14/07/2026

Spain launches a new crackdown on drink and drug driving this week, and the numbers behind it make sobering readingAlcohol was present in 28% of all traffic accidents in 2024, and deaths involving drunk drivers rose 9% in a single year The DGT has launched a new week-long campaign targeting alcohol and drug use behind the wheel, running from Monday until Sunday July.. 14/07/2026

Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026

Bin charges in Murcia could soon depend on how much rubbish YOU produceThe regional government wants to improve recycling rates by encouraging councils to introduce bin charges based on the amount of waste households produce, rather than a fixed annual fee The way households pay for their rubbish could change in the.. 13/07/2026