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Heavy rainfall over several days almost doubled the water volume of the Cuevas del Almanzora reservoir increasing its level from 10.77 hm³ to 20.79 hm³ which has been battling water scarcity for years the reservoir still holds less than last year’s figure of 21.94 hm³ for the same period underscoring the ongoing challenges in maintaining sustainable water levels While the Cuevas del Almanzora reservoir benefited from the rainfall the situation in Poniente Almeriense was less fortunate the Benínar reservoir saw only a modest rise Poniente Almeriense was hit by severe hailstorms resulting in widespread agricultural damage over 4,000 hectares of greenhouses suffered damage affecting crops and structures essential to the region’s economy While the rain has temporarily improved water reserves authorities caution that continued rainfall is essential for both reservoirs and agriculture The recent storms offer a reminder of Almería’s vulnerability to drought and the importance of sustainable 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CHARGE Download our media pack in either English or Spanish Mazarrón marked a historic day on November 28 with the official twinning of three emblematic municipalities: Mazarrón the last two being municipalities in the province of Almería which according to Mazarrón Town Hall itself was “full of sentiment” represents a union that “transcends borders and reaffirms the ties of a common past linked to mining” The event was attended by the Mayor of Mazarrón accompanied by councillors from the respective municipal corporations and numerous residents who did not want to miss this unique moment The day was a sincere tribute to the miners who worked in the mines of Mazarrón especially remembering those who lost their lives or suffered illnesses as a result of their harsh working conditions in addition to paying tribute to those who dedicated their lives to mining symbolises the beginning of a close collaboration between the three municipalities highlighted the importance of this twinning “Today we pay tribute to the miners who marked our history with their effort and sacrifice but we are also building a shared future between Mazarrón He also highlighted the opportunity that this agreement represents to strengthen ties in areas such as tourism “This twinning symbolises our willingness to work together to preserve our historical memory and strengthen the heritage that connects us as sister towns.” “Today we are not only paying tribute to those who worked in the mines and left an indelible legacy but we are also committed to building a present and a future of collaboration and progress for our municipalities.” the work of those who promoted the first Mining Week was also recognised a pioneering event that highlighted the mining history of the region and served as a starting point for this twinning Vera and Cuevas del Almanzora reaffirm their commitment to honour their shared history while opening new doors for joint progress “It is a day that will remain engraved in the memory of our municipalities because we not only reflect on the past with pride but we move forward with hope towards the future,” concluded Ginés Campillo For more local news, events and other information go to the home page of Mazarrón Today and thank you for choosing CamposolToday.com to publicise your organisation’s info or event Camposol Today is a website set up by Murcia Today specifically for residents of the urbanisation in Southwest Murcia providing news and information on what’s happening in the local area which is the largest English-speaking expat area in the Region of Murcia When submitting text to be included on Camposol Today please abide by the following guidelines so we can upload your article as swiftly as possible: Send an email to editor@camposoltoday.com or contact@murciatoday.com Attach the information in a Word Document or Google Doc Also attach a photo to illustrate your article The tasty Almanzora Gourmet food fair returns to Cuevas del Almanzora from April 25–27 bringing three full days of food fun to the town’s sports centre this popular event keeps getting better while staying true to its local roots Food lovers can watch top chefs like Yolanda García and rising star Ginés Peregrín put on exciting cooking shows They’ll share both traditional recipes and new kitchen tricks you can try at home Kids get their own fun with hands-on activities Don’t miss the famous tapa contest where local restaurants compete to make the best small tapas with wine and beer tastings featuring the area’s best producers Walk around the many food stalls to try and buy everything from fresh olive oil to local cheeses New this year are special sessions about healthy eating and eco-friendly food perfect for people who care about what they eat Whether you’re a serious foodie or just want a fun day out with the family Sign-ups for cooking classes and tastings start soon organisers say to come early for the best experiences it’s shaping up to be the tastiest weekend of spring in Almería Read more Almeria news, articles and events here Sign up for the Spanish News Today Editors Roundup Weekly Bulletin and get an email with all the week’s news straight to your inbox (List price   3  months 12 Bulletins)  Hello, and thank you for choosing CamposolToday.com to publicise your organisation’s info or event. Camposol Today is a website set up by Murcia Today specifically for residents of the urbanisation in Southwest Murcia, providing news and information on what’s happening in the local area, which is the largest English-speaking expat area in the Region of Murcia. When submitting text to be included on Camposol Today, please abide by the following guidelines so we can upload your article as swiftly as possible: Who is the organisation running the event? Is it necessary to book beforehand, or can people just show up on the day? Also attach a photo to illustrate your article, no more than 100kb The infant mortality figures recorded by the Royal Spanish Lifesaving Federation (RFESS) are devastating. Every year more than thirty children die in Spain as a result of drowning. "And the worst thing is that the vast majority of deaths could have been avoided if adequate precautions had been taken both before and during bathing," warn the experts. When it comes to children and water there is no better safety policy than "permanent adult supervision". In this sense, lifeguard experts advise appointing a person to be responsible for watching the children and for those adults to take turns doing so. That way they can avoid omissions or misunderstandings such as 'I thought they were with their grandmother' or 'I thought their aunt was looking after them'. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de OjOPequeAlAgua (@ojopequealagua) "The person in charge of supervising children has to focus on keeping watch. No more answering a WhatsApp, flicking through the pages of a book or chatting with the person next to them. Thirty per cent of children who have died from drowning were not being supervised by an adult", was the stark warning from those in charge at the National Association for Child Safety. Experts advise following the 10/20 rule to prevent children drowning. This is a surveillance strategy that requires the adult in charge of monitoring the children to look to the water at least every 10 seconds and have the children within arm's reach only at a distance that can be covered within a maximum of 20 seconds. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de OjOPequeAlAgua (@ojopequealagua) Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de OjOPequeAlAgua (@ojopequealagua) the experts also recommend "avoiding hair staying loose ropes or anything else that could be sucked into the pool it is advisable for all adults to know the location of the pool's main power shut-off so that they can act quickly in the event of someone being trapped." Comentar es una ventaja exclusiva para registrados Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks The new laboratory of the Andalusian multinational in Palomares in the municipality of Cuevas del Almanzora This new production center joins the laboratories that the company has in Seville and Madrid which offer analytical services and specialized advice in agriculture and environmental control services for all types of industries and institutions This new agri-food laboratory in Almeria offers a global service to companies in the fruit and vegetable sector in the southeast and east of Spain This new location offers specialized services in the analysis of pesticide residues and other specific analyzes for fruits and vegetables the new location in Almeria will also offer complementary analytical services of great importance for producers and exporters in the area Agricultural producers in the area will be able to enjoy more closely the strong benefits that the Crop Nutritional Monitoring service can offer them They will also have direct access to the wide accredited analytical variety of all the group's laboratories both for agri-food services and environmental control solutions AGQ Labs' new facilities in Almeria have more than 250 square meters various analytical equipment for liquid chromatography (LC-MS/MS) gas chromatography (GC-MS/MS) with mass spectrometry and they are the only laboratory highly specialized in the analysis of pesticide residues in the area the producers of Murcia and Almeria will have the best analytical technology just a few minutes from their farms For more information:AGQ LabsCtra. A - 8013. Km. 20,841220 Burguillos, Sevilla (España)Tel.: +34 955 738 908[email protected]www.agqlabs.es FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 HortiDaily.com A thrilling sports event will be taking place on Saturday “The biggest show on wheels returns to the Supercross Olympus in Cuevas del Almanzora” as proclaimed by the Ayuntamiento de Almanzora will take place on the El Rincon de La Bonil circuit (Bonil Corner It is a unique motocross event that will take place at night which “will give it a special and spectacular touch” There will be “top-class riders” participating The club has introduced a triple crown modality consisting of three short races and eliminations to increase “the excitement and spectacle” the triple crown consists of three separate main races The results of all three races are combined to determine the overall triple crown winner The triple crown typically involves a shorter race format than traditional main races meaning drivers must be fast and consistent across all races to be successful there will be a face-to-face test where riders will face one-on-one in direct motor duels “Face to Face races are typically fast-paced and exciting with the drivers’ skills on full display and the crowd thrilled by the closeness and intensity of the competition.” This is the first Supercross event since 2019 The 2024 Supercross event will feature open and SX-50 categories; tickets are €23 for adults and €18 for anyone under 13 years old Tickets can be purchased at the box office on the day of the event and also in advance online. Almeria's papaya campaign has just started "We are starting with few volumes because there is still very little ripe fruit its quality is exceptional with 9 to 11 Brix degrees," stated Pepe Montiel which specializes in the production of organic exotics Spanish papaya has the advantage of being a proximity product with a minimum carbon footprint when compared to the imported papaya as it can be delivered to any place in Europe in just three days after its harvested," Pepe stated we are facing a problem because of an aesthetic issue." "The papayas grown in Almeria develop some dark spots on their skin because unlike the fruit from Brazil that grows in a tropical climate the temperature in the middle of winter in a greenhouse in Almeria can reach 35 degrees by day and drop to 5 at night These spots only affect the fruit visually; in no case do they affect its quality." we are observing the Spanish fruit is being rejected for its spots in some markets We also see some reluctance in the Netherlands although in Germany there seems to be a greater understanding of the spots on the skin of papayas it seems that the only problem is that there is a lack of information.” "We must succeed in communicating to the markets that the spots on the skin of the Spanish papaya are not a problem but a characteristic; just like the banana of the Canary Islands managed to be recognized by all consumers for its dark spots turning what could be a defect into a virtue." "It's a real pity that papayas are being brought by plane from thousands of kilometers away and that the fruits that are grown on the continent itself are being rejected When imported papayas arrive at the airport they already have a fairly high additional cost which is grown complying with all the European requirements and standards is already on the continent and is harvested with a greater point of maturity," Pepe stated "Europe has to decide if it wants an imported papaya or a European papaya with a lower carbon footprint"According to IFAPA's 'Potential crops to diversify agricultural production in Andalusia' report there is a real demand from the sector in the search for profitable crops and with a commercial outlet in a context in which more than 75% of the area dedicated to the cultivation of horticultural species both in the open fields and in greenhouses and cucumber (2020 Agricultural Statistics Yearbook) "If we consider the case of subtropical coastal crops even though there is a wide variety of fruits avocado and mango account for more than 80% of the area cultivated with tropical fruits," the report adds Papaya cultivation in Almeria is still in its infancy; however it represents a great opportunity to diversify production in the greenhouses of the province “Producers are looking to grow a product they can live from and papaya can be a very interesting option Europe has to test and decide whether it wants imported papaya or an exceptional quality European papaya with no carbon footprint." “Almanzora Tropical's organic papayas will be available from December to June.” Pepe MontielAlmanzora TropicalCamino de Los Ángeles s/n04617 Cuevas de Almanzora, Almería (España)Tel.: +34 670 981 24[email protected]www.almanzoratropical.com FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com In addition to the wide range of vegetables and fruits produced in Almeria which have turned the province into the Andalusian leader in agri-food exports are sharing space in the campaign with the traditional supply Pitahaya and passion fruit from Almanzora Tropical We have less than a month left to finish the harvest and in a few weeks we will start with the pitahaya and passion fruit," says Pepe Montiel "The pitahaya in particular has already started to flower and just yesterday we pollinated 200 flowers we hope to have a production at least like last year's The campaign will start in about a month and will last until November we are going to start in the second half of July and during its first campaign (because it has a second campaign lasting until May) it will share the shelves with pitahaya until October." which will allow us to work in a different market line this season and we are also working on obtaining the Bio Suisse certification," says Pepe the market prices will determine the results." "The papaya campaign has generally gone well but we have not seen the improvement of prices that there should have been taking into account the increase in costs that we producers have suffered." Pepe says that prices have risen for all the products that we consume; however this has not been reflected in the purchase prices at origin "which is resulting in producers obtaining very limited profit margins." "We shouldn't forget that we have a local production in the European market that complies with the EU's strict phytosanitary regulations and that it must be priced based on its value pitahaya is being brought from Mexico or Brazil by plane and arrives at Mercamadrid costing almost 8 Euro per kilo a well-known Spanish supermarket offered me 3.5 Euro per kilo for my pitahayas and only for those of a certain caliber and pulp color It is an inconsistency that while in Europe we are told to consume local products supermarkets set conditions for local producers that are difficult to meet without understanding that not only do they need to cover their expenses "It is true that the Spanish production of exotic fruits such as papaya or pitahaya is not enough to supply the market but it should be possible to increase the production to strengthen the sector and to contribute to boosting consumption the potential for exotic fruit production in areas such as Palomares The cultivation of exotic fruits would allow producers to do away with the uncertainty caused by the poor profitability of traditional products such as lettuce or watermelon and make it possible for new generations to continue choosing to work in agriculture." I encourage producers here to try growing papaya one grower has decided to plant a 2,000-meter greenhouse and in October it will start producing fruit that I'm going to help him market through my customers." “Agriculture is not only a basis for economic livelihood it is much more; it is also a way for physical and emotional sustenance and it has to receive the appreciation it deserves pitahaya and passion fruit can help achieve this in Almeria's Levante area,” says Pepe There appeared to be three distinct bastions of them nearby What they appeared to have in common was simply living in caves The casting of spells and outrageous behaviour in public wasn’t a constant in their demeanour Much unlike George Borrow’s famous book concerning their living styles (a scandalous bestseller back in the 1840s) that shocked the world and forever painted them in vibrant scarlet colors About 30 days ago the French embassy published at its expense copious copies of my brother Paul’s book concerning oral histories of the gypsies in Bosnia and Kosovo two years ago when we were lunching one afternoon in Turre and asked the familiar owner “who living in Turre might give the most interesting histories concerning the gypsy race?” he took an abrupt step back and announced “there are no more gypsies here none that would answer such question as being as such.” Our mutual listening jaws bounced off of the table top Forty years of knowing differently smacked us between the eyes and nothing could stop either of us from blinking constantly shell-shocked and absolutely gobsmacked in sheer disbelief In the back of my mind I chuckled and reflected concerning my friend Martin De Bruin’s golf driving range at Cortijo Grande Much needed at the time it had the longevity of three days as all the bright yellow balls disappeared at night before they could be rounded up by the morning tractor In the afternoons those same golf balls were traded for drinks and tapas around town And I remembered when the Junta Andalucia invited the famed guitarist Tomatito to play the winter cultural circuit he wasn’t allowed on stage as a few of the locals jumped up and announced “in Turre only we will play flamenco we don’t need an outsider.” And the international acclaimed artist went away without playing even one short rift I was hugely disappointed as having built houses and invited all the local Turre folk groups to come to the roof raising lunches bring their guitars and great fun always ensued; here one of the world’s most popular performers wasn’t allowed to demonstrate his profession to this backward town in much need of some originality I had grown endlessly tired of hearing the same seven songs sung by all the different ensembles we invited) What an eye opener it would have been for the local residents too I stomped away listening to the same old same old lilting crescendos blurt from the school I had grown to hate their music… just that night The Spanish region of Andalusia has become the great tropical orchard of Europe the subtropical fruit supply for the continent Andalusian producers are moving forward not only in terms of product diversification "In a few days we will start with the harvest of our organic papayas and passion fruit," says Pepe Montiel of the Almeria-based company Almanzora Tropical "This year's production will amount to between 100,000 and 150,000 kilos of papaya and 5,000-6,000 kilos of passion fruit which we will mainly ship to the European market." Almanzora Tropical is specialized in the organic cultivation of papayas three fruits that have set a precedent in Cuevas de Almanzora I decided to venture into tropical fruit production I spent months collecting information from both the Cajamar experimental farm and the CSIC La Mayora Institute regarding the different tropical crops that could be produced here You can't undertake any project and be successful without first having the right information so after carrying out a study with the data that was available I picked the three fruits I wanted to work with," says Pepe there were no tropicals and I was the first to start with them we carried out a first test with 80 papaya plants 20 passion fruit plants and as many pitahaya plants We obtained good results the following year and since then we have been increasing the plantings until we achieved the current production levels." "All three crops are doing very well and the climate in this area allows us to obtain very good quality fruit," says Pepe pitahaya is grown under netting and papayas are grown under plastic because here there are no bats to pollinate the flowers so we pollinate the flowers one by one every day at dawn during the flowering period We have the organic certification for our papayas and pitahayas and next year we will also have one for our passion fruit Those who work in organic production are specialists both at the production level and at the marketing level." we are doing very little in the domestic market for now and our production is being allocated for export to Europe where there are very good distribution channels for organic products," says Pepe Montiel where organic food consumption reaches very good levels although we also want to start working with the catering channel and with gourmet stores in Spain." A new alternative and a new hopeThe pitahaya season during which Almanzora Tropical has produced 10,000 kilos of the three red-skinned varieties it grows right before the start of the papaya and passion fruit campaign in December These crops not only represent an alternative to Almeria's traditional products which have been affected by price and profitability crises in recent years They also bring hope to the youngest in a sector in which the lack of generational replacement is a cause for concern He is working and learning alongside the manager and is taking control of the business I am very happy with his decision and the wonderful goal he has set for himself and I will support him in everything he needs." Murcia and even in Valencia there are more and more producers planting papaya It would be a very good idea for us all to come together and create an association for the marketing of our products Together we could become stronger and make more of an impact," says Pepe Montiel Spain’s reservoirs are showing a mixed picture as recent rainfall has boosted national water reserves but disparities remain stark across regions yet while some areas are experiencing overflows The Community of Madrid is among the best-supplied with reservoirs reaching 86.3 per cent capacity a dramatic 14.62 per cent increase in just a week Navarre’s reserves now stand at 87.6 per cent with a smaller 1.46 per cent increase over the past week Cantabria and Asturias also report healthy levels at 65 per cent and 75.8 per cent home to some of Spain’s largest reservoirs ensuring more stability for the region’s water supply The Valencian Community is also struggling one of the hardest-hit regions by drought in recent months still below safe levels despite recent rains reflecting the persistent water shortages in the province despite national improvements While some areas are releasing excess water to prevent overflows others are preparing for continued drought Authorities stress the need for long-term investment in water storage and distribution ensuring that rainfall benefits are maximised rather than lost Spain faces the dual challenge of handling excess water in some regions while securing sustainable supplies in others Find more news about Spain The start of the outdoor watermelon harvest campaign marks the beginning of summer The Agrarian Association of Young Farmers (ASAJA) has visited the area of Cuevas de Almanzora to observe the quality and harvest of the watermelon crops and to find out what the estimates for this campaign are "This year we are starting the campaign with good expectations because there are no production problems we have a good volume and excellent quality," stated Adoración Blanque we expect favorable rates for the outdoor watermelon campaign which started a week late due to the weather conditions in spring farmers will start harvesting the product at the end of this week with relative calm and even stability and they hope prices remain good throughout the campaign," stated Asaja Almeria producers in this area stated the planted area has decreased by nearly 10% due to water scarcity and because the previous campaign was terrible in terms of prices paid to farmers and their profitability Producers are also stressed about the 30% increase in costs The white (striped) and black watermelon continue to prevail because of their endurance in export and great flavor "This visit allowed us to verify the magnificent quality of this harvest We expect the price of these first cuts will be favorable and we hope prices remain at this level throughout the campaign," Adoracion Blanque stated The campaign in the area of Cuevas de Almanzora will last for about a month after which it will continue in the area of Murcia and Levante ASAJA recalled that the outdoor watermelon campaign in Almeria will run until August so there is still a lot of product to be collected Asaja AlmeríaTel.: 950 29 09 56[email protected]https://asajaalmeria.org Carnival 2024 in Cuevas del Almanzora will run from February 10 to 17 and promises to be an exciting week with prizes for the best costumes There is something on every day with popular events such as the creation of masks, burial of the sardine with the highlight being the Grand Parade which takes place on February 17 Some 30 different groups have indicated that they will take part in the parade and based on past experience the organisers are expecting around 10,000 spectators to arrive in the town Announcing the programme and unveiling the special poster on February 2 reminded everyone of the importance of the carnival to the town and looking back to the Franco era explained that even though at some stages these events were banned Cuevas continued to enjoy its own brand of carnival There will be music on several days and the climax which is the parade will start at 5pm on the last day and by 11pm the winners will have been announced and those with the stamina will then be able to enjoy music from three different sets of performers 20 years of work have culminated in the Bodega Sierra Almagrera winning the internationally recognised ‘Wines from Spain Awards 2025 It is one of the highest national awards a wine or bodega can be granted and they won it for their bottle Caballo Español Oro Cuevas del Almanzora is uniquely placed in an area that has not previously been well-established wine country Mónica García Bodini said: “We are at a point in Almeria where we do not even have a region identified as a wine producer We are the only winery that makes wine between Cuevas del Almanzora and Antas “The owner of the winery describes setting the place up in this zone as “a very exciting adventure” The award given by the ‘Wines from Spain Awards’ is from a collaborative project between ICEX Vinos de España and Mundus VINI GmbH it is an international competition for wines from Spain directed in Germany Caballo Español Oro is made with grapes from Cuevas del Almanzora Antas and Laujar of Andarax and is matured in the winery at Burjulú owner of Bodega Sierra Almagara has said that the award “is a testament to the effort and passion we put into each bottle” Find more local news from Almeria here. EXPERTS are inspecting El Realengo area of Cuevas del Almanzora and expect that by the end of this week to discover the cause of the landslide in which three people in a cave used as a house were killed They died when a 20-metre embankment located above their home in the Realengo district collapsed covering the cave house in tonnes of rocks and earth in the early hours of last Friday The victims’ bodies were found late Friday night and in the early hours of Saturday. Firemen who took part in the rescue say that they most probably died instantly and without suffering in their early 20. Another two of Jose Manuel’s children were unhurt while his wife was taken to Huercal Overa Hospital in a serious but stable condition police and locals as she was trapped to the waist amongst the rubble including authorities from throughout the Levante Almeriense area attended the funeral which was held at the Iglesia de la Encarnacion The town hall called for three days of mourning. Another man who lived nearby sustained a slight injury and had to undergo surgery Inspections of the area are now being carried out to see if it is safe for other inhabitants of the caves to return to their homes and what measures have to be taken to prevent further landslides People were allowed to enter their homes with firemen to collect some of their belongings before the area was closed off Guardia Civil and Local Police remain in the area Five other houses were affected by the landslide and at the time of going to print three families were still at a local hotel. Cuevas Mayor Jesus Caicedo returned to the area earlier this week to talk to local residents and ask them to remain calm He thanked everyone who had helped in the rescue operation and said that he hoped that support from the administrations would continue because the town hall couldn’t deal with the problem alone He has also asked for help from private companies. “We will get money from wherever we have to” the mayor said “but the area will be repaired”. Technicians from the Junta de Andalucia Delegation of Public Works and from the government sub-delegation in Almeria as well as an expert from a private company were accompanied by the local councillor for urban planning Juan Jose Perez Celdran during an inspection of the area The landslide could have been caused by a variety of factors from the type of rocks and the amount of rain to seismic activity and the direction of cracks in the terrain or due to human activity such as deforestation or building with heavy materials on weak terrain With the terrain in the area of the caves being sandy it is not unusual for landslides to occur the Cuevas del Almanzora Town Council has successfully secured permission to establish a dog-friendly beach along its coastline the Ministry of the Environment has given the green light for the adaptation of a stretch at Cala de la Invincible beneath the Sierra Almagrera and next to to the former Blanquizares barracks is now set to become the first canine beach in the Levante region of Almeria The designated area stretches just over 230 metres of fine sand and crystal-clear water. Already, preparations are underway to adapt the beach with the necessary signage and facilities that comply with animal welfare and coastal regulations. These measures will ensure a safe, enjoyable environment where visitors can freely bring their pets explained that the City Council works daily not only to comply with the most recent regulations on animal welfare but also to improve the lives of pets and their owners by giving them more and better spaces for their recreation as well as supporting initiatives that aim to care for and protect animals This development marks a significant advancement in public spaces dedicated to pet-friendly activities within Cuevas del Almanzora, following the opening of the first dog park in 2021 Municipalities across the Almanzora Valley and Eastern Almeria are bringing in water restrictions due to escalating drought conditions Among the latest to join this initiative is Vera, in the Levante area. It follows other localities such as Albox and Lubrin in imposing stringent water usage measures incuding a daily limit of 200 litres per person The Junta de Andalucia has officially declared the region as being in a ‘severe and exceptional drought’ A decree has been issued demanding ‘responsible, supportive and efficient’ use of water along with managers of public and private entities are urged to check for leaks and apply all feasible measures to minimise unnecessary water consumption and pools in tourist accommodations registered with the Junta de Andalucia Further restrictions include the closure of public showers and the prohibition of car washing Ornamental fountains without a closed water circuit are also banned The guidelines do allow the use of non-potable water for essential irrigation of public spaces and golf courses limited to 200 cubic metres per hectare monthly Local Police are empowered to monitor and ensure compliance This collective effort underscores the critical need to conserve water amidst the worsening drought situation HIROSHIMA and Nagasaki: The only two occasions in history when nuclear weapons were used in combat But who remembers the time America accidentally bombed Spain The 1966 Palomares B-52 crash occurred on 17 January when an American bomber collided with a refuelling tanker over the Mediterranean Sea one of which fell into the Mediterranean and was recovered intact two months later The remaining three landed near Palomares in Cuevas del Almanzora The first bomb fell safely when its parachute opened but the conventional explosives in the other two detonated and created a ‘dirty bomb’ a two-square-kilometre area in Cuevas del Almanzora (mostly residential areas farmlands and woods) was contaminated with radioactive material After a significant clean-up operation by the Americans the US moved 1,700 tonnes of contaminated soil to South Carolina for burial The Spanish were rightly concerned about the impact of the event on its burgeoning tourist industry and the American ambassador to bathe in the sea to prove the waters were safe taking place at the height of the Cold War save for Spain prohibiting NATO aircraft to fly over Spanish territory either to or from Gibraltar In 2004 a study revealed that there was still some significant contamination present including snails with strange levels of radioactivity The Spanish government subsequently took control of the contaminated land and dialogue with the Americans reopened as to the cost of continued cleaning operations No indication of health issues has been established among the local population in Palomares since but it’s been claimed many died from cancer as a result of the contamination U.S airmen involved in the clean-up suffered crippling illnesses and death related to radiation exposure agreed to clean up the contaminated area and “store the contaminated earth at a suitable location in the United States” Time magazine called the accident one of the world’s “worst nuclear disasters” although it’s subtly recalled by a street called “17 January 1966” the flight originated from Morón Air Base in Spain Although the central government originally authorised the transfer from Valencia province Environment minister Teresa Ribera has now suspended the project According to reports in the provincial Spanish media this was the result of political pressure from Valencia’s regional government The Aguas del Almanzora irrigation syndicate which was prepared to pay €15 million for 50 cubic hectometres of water over the next five years expressed their disappointment when deal fell through was knowing that the Ministry had earlier ordered the release of 73 cubic hectometres of water from the Tous reservoir in Valencia province to prevent flooding will now have to look elsewhere for solutions and irrigation water The Cuevas del Almanzora desalination plant is still inoperative following flood damage 10 years ago and they must now rely on aquifers or ruinously expensive desalinated water from the Acuamed plant in Carboneras Mojacar’s long-requested and much-needed dogs-allowed beach will become a reality this year Mayor Fran Garcia Cerda confirmed that the project had received official authorisation  and dog-owners would soon be able to use a section of Mojacar’s Perulejo beach Cuevas del Almanzora is the only other municipality in Almeria’s Levante area that allows dogs on one of its beaches but Garcia Cerda pointed out at this beach was only 230 metres long and had a small parking area “The Cuevas beach is uncomfortable and inaccessible,” the mayor said Mojacar town hall announced that it had sought authorisation from the coastal authorities to use part of the publicly-owed maritime strip as a canine beach up to December 2027 giving the public three weeks to lodge possible objections to the beach equipped with showers and wastebins with “poop bag” dispensers Local animal protection associations have recommended using the section of beach near Macenas Castle and the beach is rarely used by swimmers,” they said suggesting that the stretch between the castle as far as the beach bar would be ideal for dogs “They have been neglecting us little by little and now they’ve left us without medical attention altogether,” declared Antonio Collado speaking to the Spanish media on behalf of Existimos but now there is no doctor at all,” Collado said.  “We have been abandoned for three months especially the elderly who have to go 15 kilometres to see a doctor.” which is Cuevas del Almazora’s coastal area “The service started to become precarious months ago when the doctor came once or twice but now they ring to tell you it’s been cancelled because there’s no doctor.” The only alternative is a phone consultation but for a face- to-face visit 15 kilometres way.  Existimos is now collecting signatures asking the region’s SAS health service to reopen the Villaricos centre as a “matter of urgency.” Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Malaga is still without its Directorate-General for Traffic helicopter which is used to monitor the roads and catch out some of the worst offending drivers in the province The aircraft has been out of action after it crashed into a tree in August when the pilot was taking lunch at a restaurant in Andalucía's Almeria province based at the Malaga traffic management centre was on its way to perform surveillance and control duties at a music festival Dreambeach Villaricos in Cuevas del Almanzora when it suffered the accident at the Cortijo Blanco in La Mojonera on Friday 11 August The helicopter clipped the tree after it kicked up a large dust cloud The pilot sustained minor injuries in the accident It was the only aircraft of its type allocated to Malaga province and was equipped with a sophisticated aerial video surveillance system that was used to monitor the roads and catch offending drivers A DGT spokesperson confirmed to SUR that there is currently no aircraft monitoring traffic in Malaga and there is no date for a replacement to arrive which would usually be the one at the Seville base is also currently not operational as it is awaiting a mandatory overhaul meaning the Andalucía region has no service of this kind at the moment In the case of a major incident on the roads a DGT helicopter would need to travel from Madrid The news comes as various sources have told SUR that the lack of a DGT helicopter is affecting road safety on the Costa del Sol where there is a high concentration of sports car and high-end vehicles and serious speeding offences are common the DGT said it is now using two drones to make up for the helicopter's absence SUR put this question to several experts who said that it is difficult to catch the most serious offending drivers without a Pegasus-equipped helicopter the helicopter can cover a much bigger area and remain in the air longer," said a Guardia Civil officer the Pegasus equipment is able to see the number plate and monitor the use of mobile phones and seat belts... drones are no substitute for helicopters," he added After the incident involving the DGT helicopter based in Malaga it would have been expected that the damaged one be repaired or replaced in the lack of a supply contract for spare parts There is allegedly no option to order the parts directly from Eurocopter which is also the issue keeping the aircraft in Seville grounded the Malaga aircraft is seriously damaged and will need to be repaired or replaced by another one "but there are no spare parts or contract for parts," sources said In addition to the lack of budget for maintenance a trade union source pointed out more reasons: "Behind this there is a strategy to privatise the helicopter supply and maintenance service throughout Spain a contract worth several million euros that now ARCHIVED - Police break-up mass party in Cuevas del Almanzora where Covid rules were being ignored" style="margin: 5px 10px 5px 0px; float: left" width="100%" /> The police have identified the two organisers of a huge illegal party broken up in the early hours of Sunday morning in the Cuevas del Almanzora countryside in Almeria province and reported dozens of partygoers for flouting anti-coronavirus safety measures Officers were sent out to check on an event being held at an estate in the Guazamara area the police force in Almería reported only to find more than 300 people in attendance the majority of whom were ignoring restrictions and safety measures the estate was supposedly hired for an event with 20 participants but news of the party spread like wildfire on social media and hundreds turned up Events of this type are currently under the spotlight as many of the increasing numbers of Covid cases across Spain are believed to be stemming from illegal gatherings and ‘botellones’ or drinking parties With the highly contagious Delta variant of the virus now rearing its ugly head youngsters who have yet to be vaccinated and tend to throw caution to the wind after a few drinks are increasingly testing positive after attending this sort of party Sign up for the Spanish News Today Editors Roundup Weekly Bulletin to get a comprehensive email with all the week’s news for Spain Get a sneak peek – here are a few of our recent Subscription Bulletins: As padel tennis becomes increasingly more popular in Spain so the Mojacar and Cuevas del Almanzora Councils are encouraging growth of the sport A teambuilding day was recently held at the Mojacar padel school La Mata courts bringing together enthusiasts and players from the two municipalities In this first meeting some 60 students from both schools of different ages (nine to 16) and skills met and demonstrated their abilities competing as pairs Despite their youth the level of play and each participant was awarded a special medal as a memento of the day whilst Mojacar Council presented a commemorative plaque to the Cuevas del Almanzora Municipal School as a lasting memory of this first get together The Mojacar padel school  has 130 students of all ages; from the youngest aged seven to  much older individuals who wish to stay in good physical shape Mojácar town hall has announced the opening of the municipality's first dog-friendly beach in response to the growing demand for pet-friendly public spaces Mojácar joins the list of dog-friendly beaches in the province of Almeria where there are already three areas for this use: Playa de la Rana in Adra inaugurated in 2021; Playa del Bobar in Almeria city; and Cala Taray in San Juan de los Terreros The new space demonstrates the municipality's commitment to family and sustainable tourism allowing Mojácar to consolidate its position as a 'pet-friendly' destination in the Levante Almeriense district The initiative expands the options for residents and visitors who travel with their pets its beaches of crystalline waters and its privileged climate has become one of the main tourist destinations in the Levante Almeriense district" the municipality welcomed nearly 800,000 visitors and registered a notable increase in the arrival of national and international tourists According to data from the institute of statistics and cartography of Andalucía there was a particularly notable boost in British tourism representing 20% of the total number of visitors Mojácar's canine area at the Macenas beach will become the second municipality in Levante Almeriense to offer a beach for dogs it will offer specific facilities designed to ensure a comfortable and safe experience for both animals and their owners litter bins with bag dispensers and shaded areas stated that the new dog beach "not only responds to a need of our residents attracting an increasingly large segment of visitors who travel with their pets" Mojácar anticipates that the opening of the dog-friendly beach will benefit both residents and the local economy The town has a wide range of accommodation offers It hopes to attract more tourists in the low season "which will strengthen its position as a versatile destination on the Costa de Almería" will not only become a meeting point for animal lovers "but also an example of how tourism development can go hand in hand with inclusion and sustainability" The body of a 60 year old British man has been found between the villages of Villaricos and San Juan de los Terreros in the area of Cuevas del Almanzora had gone missing during the afternoon on Friday and he was formally reported missing on Saturday Police were very concerned as the gentleman was undergoing treatment for amnesia A fisherman spotted him at 8.30am on Sunday morning at La Cala de Penon Cortado and contacted the Guardia Civil immediately due to the difficulty in accessing the terrain it was not straightforward to recover the body so the fire team had to assist Sources close to the investigation say that the man had fallen from a cliff although the post mortem examination has yet to be carried out The identity of the deceased has not yet been publicly released This is standard procedure until his family and friends have all been notified An agricultural town with around 19,000 inhabitants Huercal-Overa in Almeria is a lively area with plenty of things to do and see proximity to the coast and outdoor areas for children to explore Huercal-Overa offers lots for those wanting to move to Spain Huercal-Overa has a fabulous community feel and is perfect for families bringing up young children with lots of community facilities including pools as well as great connections to the surrounding areas To make moving to Huercal-Overa a bit easier the Euro Weekly News has put together this handy guide to everything you need to know before making your decision Hueval-Overa is a market town that sits along the side of the Almanzora River in the province of Almeria The town is a merging of two medieval settlements – Huercal and Overa – and is surrounded by a thriving agricultural industry The nearest airport to Huercal-Overa is Almeria (LEI) Airport which is 44 miles away Other nearby airports include Alicante (ALC) You can take a bus from Alicante (ALC) to Huercal-Overa via Murcia in around three hours and 40 minutes and renting a car or having your own vehicle will make this journey even easier Huercal-Overa enjoys a moderate and semi-arid climate with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine and significantly low rainfall at an average of only 288mm per year with August being the hottest month with an average of 25.2°C the temperature typically varies from 4°C to 32°C and is rarely below 1°C or above 35°C making it a wonderfully mild climate for most of the year Moving to a new country or location is exciting but you will also need to be familiar with the health services in the area Salas Garcia Opticos y Audiometria  are a multidisciplinary team of experts in audiology and optics constantly adapting to new trends and training to keep up with the latest market developments They have a huge variety of frames from the most prestigious brands including Ray Ban Salas Garcia Opticos y Audiometria creators Loly and Mari are passionate about helping people to experience everything life has to offer through the gift of sound and vision offering a wide variety of visual and audio solutions The professional and caring team will accompany you throughout the process of adapting to the best solution for you so that you can live life to the fullest Website: Click here with 24-hour emergency service and modern facilities This is a public hospital and is part of the Public Network of Andalucian Health Service (SAS) a health agency dependent on the Health Department of the Junta de Andalucia Huercal-Overa has a public health centre that serves those in the Spanish health system This health centre is part of the Junta de Andalucia Clinica Microdental provides extensive oral care services and treats international patients as well as Spanish nationals Prices differ depending on the type of property the location within Huercal-Overa and how well-maintained the property is For a two-bedroom apartment in Huercal-Overa and a two-bedroom townhouse will cost from around €90,000 A two-bedroom villa will cost from around €170,000 and a three-bedroom villa will sell for around €225,000 The majority of expats move to Spain for the quality of life wonderful mild weather and a more outdoor lifestyle – and you will definitely find this in Huercal-Overa What you will spend each month will depend on your lifestyle choices however a single person could live very comfortably on €1,200 A couple can live for around €2,000 a month Eating out at restaurants here is inexpensive as are childcare sports and leisure club memberships and activities Fresh fruit and produce can be found at the weekly market at a much lower cost than in large supermarkets and prices tend to be lower than on the busy Costas You will find plenty of activities related to history and nature that will allow you to enjoy the environment its beauty and some incredible views – not to mention a theatre and cinema for a great evening with family and friends Located in the centre of the town in Plaza de la Constitucion the church was completed in 1739 due to the increase in population and residents feeling the need for a church to be built in Huercal-Overa During Easter the church acts as a meeting point and many people visit the church to admire its beauty both inside and outside also known as the ‘park of ducks’ is a wonderful place to go for a walk and watch many species of animals This park is the ideal area to spend time with children and offers a playground area as well as a kiosk bar where you can relax and simply sit and cool off The park also has a picnic area where you can sit and enjoy the scenery with your sandwich or soft drink Just a 25-minute drive from Huercal-Overa is Lunar Cable Park a new and exciting state-of-the-art adventure and water sports complex The park offers so many great activities – try a wakeboarding lesson have fun on the inflatables or enjoy a drink at the beach bar while the kids tire themselves out You can also take some of the trails that pass through the park on foot board or bike – amazing days out that the family will never get bored of The Huercal-Overa market is held every Monday on the main road leading from the football ground past the schools park and shops all the way to the Cinema roundabout it is moved to the streets all around the old church square in the centre of town The market is a great place to meet and speak to locals and shop the many clothes and homeware stalls A great way to get involved in Spanish culture is to get involved in the many celebrations throughout the year one of the latest in Andalucia that is celebrated in October Enjoy the beautiful areas whilst experiencing horseback riding for a relaxed and fun activity for all of the family. At Sol de Taberno you will have a qualified instructor who will teach you from the beginning both how to ride and how to control the animal when you go out in the open air accompanied by the group Sol de Taberna also has a farm and offers other activities such as pottery There are many beaches within close proximity to Huercal-Overa which is around 30 minutes drive from the coast The most notable beaches to explore include Playa de Puerto del Rey Calarreona beach and Playa de los Cocedores Walking is one of the best ways to explore the area surrounding the town of Huercal-Overa with routes such as Paraje Alto de la Rabita Via Verde and Sendero Huercal La Vieja to explore you can try a different walk each week and find paths that are suited to all levels Parapente Huercal-Overa is a company dedicated to quite literally enjoying the open air seeing the landscape with a bird’s-eye view Parapente Huercal-Overa offers beginner and advanced courses The Cabo de Gata is located in the south-eastern end of the province of Almeria and its coastline is marked by cliffs The natural park features a long stretch of beach you will have a chance to see wild flamingos with lots of opportunities to try some of the best authentic Spanish cuisine in the area Cerveceria Las Cañas is well-known for having a great atmosphere main meals and a huge selection of beers to enjoy this cerveceria has become a local for many who have moved to Huercal-Overa where you can also enjoy live music and events From typical Spanish tapas to colourful salads Pinienta Rosa serves great food and a wide variety of drinks in a warm and welcoming atmosphere This bright and contemporary bar-restaurant is the perfect example of Andalucian cuisine that some describe as a “culinary experience” in Huercal-Overa Opening hours: 8:30am until 11:30pm on weekdays Labios Plaza has some of the best tapas in the area and has been popular with locals for over 30 years With a wide range of small plates and dishes and an incredible variety of wines it’s no surprise Labios Plaza is still a favourite for many Bar Casa Paco serves quality homemade dishes including authentic migas Bar Casa Paco serves up lots of traditional tapas dishes to try and a great selection of beers Or perhaps you are looking for a perfectly cooked steak and chips La Artesa Pizzeria-Restaurante has got you covered with their wide variety of pizzas the restaurant prides itself on using fresh produce from the area as well as serving quality wines with their dishes Opening hours: 12pm until 4pm and 7pm until 11pm If you happen to be around Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion Iglesia Parroquial we recommend that you visit this bar for its great selection of Spanish dishes and wide selection of drinks The cool ambience and outdoor seating are a great place to enjoy some authentic tapas or simply sip on a cafe con leche while you watch the world go by This authentic Spanish restaurant is known for its friendly staff and attention to detail you will find something for all tastes at Bar Restaurante Atalya great customer service and its ‘slices to go’ offering you can’t leave Nomadas without also trying some of their amazing ice creams The aim of this restaurant is to make you feel right at home while you enjoy some amazing cuisine Try Restaurante Crisbe’s fresh fish and seafood succulent meats and first-class selection of wines 11am until 6pm and 8:30pm until 11pm on Fridays the menu is changed every six weeks and the menu is created with seasonal produce using local products They also hold themed evenings including Indian Thai and Mexican cuisine nights and have an outdoor terrace for al fresco dining under the Mediterranean sun Opening hours: 12:30pm until 4pm and 7pm until 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays If you are moving to Huercal-Overa with children you will want to know the best schools in the area We have put together a list of some of the most prestigious schools to make your search a bit easier There are several schools in Huercal-Overa Nursery schools include Escuela Infanti Chuchuwa Escuela Infantil Burbujas and Escuela Infantil el Patio Primary Schools in Huercal-Overa include Colegio Publico Virgen del Rio The secondary schools in Huercal-Overa include IES Albujaira Moving somewhere new is great but it’s important to know the contact information for any emergencies That’s why we have included information on important contacts when moving to Huercal-Overa For more about moving to Spain, look at the Euro Weekly News guide to moving to the Costa Blanca Thank you for taking the time to read this article. Do remember to come back and check The Euro Weekly News website for all your up-to-date local and international news stories. Remember, you can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our Euro Weekly News alerts to get the latest stories into your inbox! Known as the PEOPLE’S PAPER, Euro Weekly News is the leading English language newspaper in Spain. And it’s FREE! Covering the Almeria, Axarquia, Costa Blanca North, Costa Blanca South, Costa del Sol , Costa Calida, Mallorca and beyond, EWN supports and inspires the individuals, neighbourhoods, and communities we serve, by delivering news with a social conscience. Whether it’s local news in Spain, UK news or international stories, we are proud to be the voice for the expat communities who now call Spain home. With around half a million print readers a week and over 1.5 million web views per month, EWN has the biggest readership of any English language newspaper in Spain. The paper prints over 150 news stories a week with many hundreds more on the web – no one else even comes close. Our publication has won numerous awards over the last 25 years including Best Free Newspaper of the Year (Premios AEEPP), Company of the Year (Costa del Sol Business Awards) and Collaboration with Foreigners honours (Mijas Town Hall). All of this comes at ZERO cost to our readers. All our print and online content always has been and always will be FREE OF CHARGE. Download our media pack in either English or Spanish. Spain's El Corte Inglés department store's summer 2024 publicity campaign is all about Almeria in Andalucía. Firstly, Rocío Crusset, a well-known model and daughter of Mariló Montero and Carlos Herrera, a journalist from Almeria born in Cuevas del Almanzora, is modelling the department store's new swimwear range. Crusset adopted her father's second surname as her 'stage name' so that she would not be associated with her famous parents. As a model and influencer, Rocío has followed in her mother's footsteps into the world of modelling and fashion. She is the protagonist of Summertime, a selection of brands that offer "everything you need to succeed this summer with the swimwear trends that will be a hit in 2024". The campaign was filmed and photographed in the Cabo de Gata natural park where Playazo de Rodalquilar beach can easily be identified. The turquoise waters of the Almeria coast can be seen, with Crusset and other models posing in the collection in front of the iconic dunes that surround the beach, where the San Miguel castle stands guarding the coast. A large poster featuring Crusset and the paradisiacal coast of Almeria has also been launched. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida por ROCIO CRUSSET (@rociocrusset) El Playazo is located about three kilometres from Rodalquilar village and with a 400-metre-long and 30-metre-wide strip of fine golden sand and calm sea with a gentle slope it is the ideal place for all the family to swim La provincia de Almería tiene 29.596 hectáreas de superficie agrícola cubierta bajo plástico según se desprende de la actualización de la extensión de invernaderos ha sido realizada por el sistema de información geográfica de identificación de parcelas agrícolas la Consejería de Agricultura Pesca y Desarrollo Rural (Sigpac) con un estudio por satélite y cartográfico se ha basado en las fotografías tomadas por satélite a partir de las cuales se han delimitado los recintos de invernadero detectados en las fotografías y se ha hecho la planimetría de la superficie resultante según indica la Delegación Territorial de Agricultura en una nota Tras más de una década con la superficie estabilizada en torno a las 27.000 hectáreas en las últimas campañas se ha registrado un "auge en la construcción de estructuras" según el delegado territorial de Agricultura quien achaca este hecho "a la necesidad de los productores de aumentar la superficie de cultivo por explotación para asegurar la rentabilidad" y a "la afluencia de inversión en la agricultura procedente de otros sectores económicos hecho que se ha reflejado en un aumento notable de la construcción de invernaderos" La última medición constata que el municipio con más superficie de invernaderos sigue siendo El Ejido Con superficies por debajo de las mil hectáreas se encuentran los municipios de Dalías (368 hectáreas) el estudio refleja también superficies significativas de invernaderos en Gérgal y Alhama de Almería con 37 hectáreas invernadas En términos absolutos el municipio que más incrementa su superficie en el periodo 2010-2014 es Níjar con 1.429 hectáreas más; en segundo lugar También han registrado incrementos importantes Cuevas del Almanzora (153 hectáreas) el municipio que ha registrado un incremento mayor es Tahal con un 71 por ciento más que hace cuatro años Importantes también son los aumentos de explotaciones bajo plástico en Alhama de Almería Cuevas del Almanzora ha duplicado su superficie invernada; Nijar ha crecido un 42 por ciento más; Viator un 48 por ciento más; Berja ha crecido un 28 por ciento; y Almería capital y Lucainena de las Torres Este aumento paulatino de la superficie invernada en los últimos años se refleja en el volumen de producción de frutas y hortalizas que "no ha parado de crecer" en las últimas campañas hasta incrementarse en casi un 20 por ciento En la campaña 2010-2011 la provincia cosechó 2,87 millones de toneladas se recolectaron 3,13 millones de toneladas "El tomate puede ser el ejemplo más claro de cómo ha evolucionado la superficie de algunas hortalizas en los últimos años" Almería destinó al cultivo del tomate 6.500 hectáreas; en la actualidad son 11.206 las hectáreas donde se cultivan tomates "cuando en otras zonas tradicionalmente tomateras como la Región de Murcia o Islas Canarias han reducido su superficie a la quinta parte" en la que "también se ha registrado un incremento significativo de la superficie de explotaciones bajo plástico" es "previsible" que la cosecha de frutas y hortalizas registre "un aumento considerable" "Puede ser favorable en un escenario en el que haya demanda suficiente para absorber este aumento del volumen de frutas y hortalizas y en el que las cotizaciones sean buenas; pero si el aumento de la producción no encuentra un incremento similar de la demanda el más perjudicado será el pequeño agricultor propietario de invernaderos de menos de dos hectáreas ya que no podrá competir con los costes de explotaciones de 10 que por economías de escala serán más reducidos" Ortiz considera "conveniente" que todo el sector realice un "análisis profundo" y "tome conciencia de la necesidad de establecer estrategias de comercialización y de planificación de la producción" para "situar todo el volumen de producción en los mercados y evitar la sobreoferta de algunos productos en determinados momentos de la campaña" Diez años sin entrar al país: EEUU advierte de la sanción a los españoles que sobrepasan el límite de 90 días del ESTA Investigan si empleados de la cárcel de Brieva (Ávila) tuvieron sexo con la asesina de Gabriel Cruz a cambio de un móvil La Federación Profesional del Taxi convoca una movilización el día 20 tras las 8.500 licencias de VTC a Cabify Una nueva teoría de la gravedad acerca la tan buscada Teoría del Todo Detienen a 5 personas de una empresa de trabajo temporal en Fuerteventura por delitos contra derecho de trabajador Portal de actualidad y noticias de la Agencia Europa Press.