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Business

José Sevilla resigns as Unicaja chair and declines to remain at the bank

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Spain

Violence on Costa del Sol: Two shot dead in Fuengirola beachfront bar

Another shooting on the seafront promenade in Fuengirola in southern Spain, has left two people dead and rekindled worries about security on the Costa del Sol, a popular tourist area.

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Soldiers carry Christ statue in Maundy Thursday parade through Málaga

Before beginning Transfer of the Christ of Mena from the Church of Santo Domingo to his Brotherhood House on the shoulders of a squad of 13 legionary soldiers, a tribute was paid to the fallen and a small mass was held.

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Floods in southern Spain, 365 homes evacuated near Málaga

Torrential rains in southern Spain have caused severe flooding, evacuating 365 homes near Málaga and closing roads and schools. Nineteen rivers are on high alert.

Travel News

Don’t shout, don’t be topless: Malaga has new rules for rowdy tourists

Locals say their hometown has become a theme park for tourists.

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Travel News

A low cost train between Barcelona and Malaga is coming this winter

Spain’s new north-south train service will make sustainable travel cheaper and faster.

Art

Pompidou Centre Malaga to stay open until 2034

The Andalusian outpost of France’s Pompidou Centre signed a new deal with the city of Malaga last week, allowing the space to stay in operation for another decade.

Travel News

‘A theme park for tourists’: Málaga locals protest city gentrification

Spain’s anti-tourism activism has arrived in Málaga, where locals are angry over soaring rent prices.

Spain

Spanish police bust Malaga crime group forcing women into prostitution

The gang abused at least 500 women across four brothels in Costa del Sol, authorities said.

Spain

Malaga joins other cities in pushback against tourist accommodation

The Spanish city is one of several around Europe where rents for residents have soared while AirBnB and other platforms thrive.

Earth News

Climate change is causing this Spanish beach to disappear

Human activity from construction along the coast between Torremolinos and Málaga laid the groundwork for this erosion to occur.

Travel News

New train line proposed for Spanish coast linking seaside cities

The extension would make it easier to explore more of the sun-drenched coastline loved by tourists.

Destinations

Malaga’s new €1.6 million gorge walk promises stunning views

The Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo will let you see Ronda’s iconic gorge from a new perspective.

Travel News

‘Stinking of tourist’: Why Málaga locals have had enough of visitors

Millions of holidaymakers visit the Costa de Sol and Málaga, one of its most popular destinations, every year, but now locals are saying enough is enough.

Destinations

Expats rank the best and worst European cities in 2023

Spanish cities dominated the top ten destinations for expats in 2023.

Travel News

EasyJet strikes: Spanish pilots kick off first day of August walkout

Three 72-hour walkouts are expected to take place this month at EasyJet's Spanish bases.

Spain

Spain evacuates 2,000 people in Andalucia as crews tackle wildfire

The blaze injured three firefighters after it broke out Wednesday amid gusting winds.

Malaga, a vibrant city on Spain’s Costa del Sol, boasts a rich history dating back to Phoenician times and is the birthplace of Picasso. Famous for its beautiful beaches and cultural landmarks, it blends historic charm with modern tourism. Follow the latest news and local events.