ANDALUCIA NEWS

Cutting off utilities to squatters in Spain will no longer be a crimeIf passed, the new law means homeowners of occupied properties across Spain will be able to cut water, gas and electricity In 2024 alone, 16,400 cases of squatting and breaking and entering were reported in Spain, the third highest figure ever. Homeowners..

How to spot a fake V-16 emergency light in Spain and avoid a big fineKnock-off beacons not approved by traffic authorities in Spain are flooding the market ahead of the January deadline From January 1 next year, every vehicle in the country (with a few minor exceptions) must carry an approved and connected V-16 emergency..

WATCH: Mystery shopping arrives on the Costa del Sol with Boom Box surprise dealsAmazon, Shein or Temu products in Malaga for only €10 and discounts of up to 80% Malaga is embracing one of the quirkiest shopping trends around with the opening of Boom Box this Friday November 21. Located in Churriana, the new store promises.. 21/11/2025

Listeria alert in more sliced meats: Are these products in your fridge?AESAN extends recall to more batches of Nuestra Alacena and other brands, urging caution across Spain If you have recently stocked up on sliced meats, it’s worth checking your fridge. Spain’s food safety watchdog, AESAN, has widened its alert.. 21/11/2025

Made in Andalucía: Spanish humanoid robots to bring the future to India's first robotised cityWith bases in Málaga and Seville, Macco Robotics teams up with Indian firm Sieflex to launch a new era of smart technology Imagine a future where robots serve up your drinks, assist in museums, and work alongside humans to shape a smart city. That.. 21/11/2025

The 'Danish Ikea' chain stealing the homeware crown in SpainThe retail giant plans to open more than 300 new stores across Spain and Portugal It looks like there’s just no stopping JYSK, the homeware giant commonly referred to as the 'cheap Ikea' or the 'Danish Ikea.' Plans are already.. 21/11/2025

Ultra-processed food consumption triples in Spain sparking major health concernsWith nearly a third of daily calories now coming from ultra-processed foods, health experts say it´s “like smoking” and urge stronger policies to protect public health   Spain’s diet is changing fast… and not for.. 21/11/2025

Twice as many foreigners choose to buy in Alicante as in MalagaThe British still buy the lion’s share of property in Spain, followed closely by the Germans Alicante is enjoying a remarkable surge in interest from foreign home buyers and the trend has become one of the strongest in the whole of Spain. In.. 20/11/2025

These are the opening dates for the ski resorts in SpainWhile it all depends on the weather, the major slopes in Spain and Portugal have pencilled in provisional dates The arrival of the first snow in Spain’s main mountain ranges is already putting winter sports on the minds of skiers and snowboarders.. 20/11/2025

Cádiz completes Spain's largest-ever tsunami drill with sudden phone alertsSiren alerts sound across Cádiz as Spain conducts its largest-ever tsunami drill to test emergency preparedness.   At 10.15am this morning, mobile phones across Cádiz and the surrounding coastal areas suddenly blared into life with.. 20/11/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast November 20-23: Chilly starts and sunny spells with patchy skiesCrisp autumn mornings with mild daytime highs and gentle northerly winds across the region Expect a mix of bright, crisp days and chilly starts across Andalucía to close out the week. Some areas will see clear skies while others experience occasional.. 20/11/2025

Taste of Spain: 5 foodie destinations you can reach direct from the UKDiscover the rich and varied flavours of Spain beyond the summer beaches this winter When you think of Spanish food, paella, chorizo or tortilla probably spring to mind - and they’re delicious, of course. But Spanish cuisine is much more diverse.. 19/11/2025

Half of Spain's nurses report sexual harassment at workA new survey reveals widespread sexism, unwanted touching and sexual propositions in healthcare settings across the country More than half of nurses and physiotherapists in Spain say they have been sexually harassed at work, according to a major new study.. 19/11/2025

New train station will let Andalucía bypass Madrid on the way to BarcelonaThe plans for a new station south of the capital will allow passengers from Sevilla and Málaga to skip Atocha and Chamartín entirely Passengers travelling between Andalucía and Catalonia could soon skip Madrid altogether thanks.. 19/11/2025

Van packed with 750 kilos of banned bluefin tuna seized in TarifaGuardia Civil steps up coastal checks as illegal fishing rises for one of Andalucía’s most coveted catches It was a busy day for the Guardia Civil in Tarifa, Cádiz, after officers intercepted a van loaded with an astonishing 21 bluefin.. 19/11/2025

Renfe's delay compensation rollback sparks legal battle and fare concernsSpanish Transport minister calls new passenger-friendly rules unconstitutional as Renfe warns of 43 million euro impact   Renfe is gearing up for a legal fight after Congress passed a law forcing the rail operator to return to its previous compensation.. 18/11/2025

Málaga's new port tower: Bold vision meets local concernA striking hotel tower by renowned British architect aims to transform Málaga’s waterfront while sparking a local debate Málaga is on the verge of something big - literally. A new 144-metre port tower hotel is gradually making its.. 18/11/2025

Cloudflare outage causes websites to crash around the globeA massive error has taken down Spotify, X, ChatGPT and even Downdetector ‘What did we ever do before the internet?’ is a question many of us have jokingly asked. Well, this afternoon, we’re finding out firsthand. Content delivery.. 18/11/2025

Getting vaccinated against the flu or Covid reduces the risk of stroke and heart attackAccording to Spanish experts, flu and Covid-19 vaccines have benefits far beyond preventing the diseases they were designed for For anyone thinking twice about getting vaccinated this winter season, Spanish experts have an interesting take on things.. 18/11/2025

Cádiz prepares for Spain's biggest-ever tsunami drill on November 20Thousands to take part in Response25, testing emergency plans and safe zones ahead of potential tsunami As part of its target to become the first provincial capital in Spain recognised as 'Tsunami Ready' by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic.. 18/11/2025