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Frosty fingers but toasty sun: Murcia weekend weather forecast November 27-30Bright days, chilly nights and light winds to close out November The Region of Murcia is in for a settled end to the month with mostly clear skies and a nice uptick in daytime warmth, though mornings will feel nippy inland. Expect light frosts in northern.. 27/11/2025

Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come JanuaryCertain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes the only legal device for signalling breakdowns and accidents on Spanish.. 27/11/2025

Santa Lucía Hospital had polyurethane cladding in its walls, like in fatal Valencia tower fireA day after the fire, health services have returned to normal in the Cartagena hospital, although investigations are turning up potentially worrying safety factors Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena is returning to normal activity following.. 27/11/2025

IN PHOTOS: What Santa Lucía Hospital looks like now The Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena, Murcia was the site of a large fire on Wednesday November 26 Much of Block 5 of the hospital was affected 113 patients across four floors had to be evacuated Investigators.. 27/11/2025

Wild adventures for everyone at Terra Natura Murcia this Black FridaySpecial ticket offer for €9 from November 28 to 30 lets you explore nature and animals up close Get ready for an exciting way to celebrate Black Friday this year because Terra Natura Murcia is bringing a fantastic offer to locals and visitors alike..

Fresh food takes centre stage this Christmas as supermarkets double down on Spanish favouritesWhile Brits reach for the turkey, Spain’s festive tables lean heavily on seafood, fresh meat and ready-made classics Anyone who has spent a Christmas in Spain knows that the festive menu here looks very different from the British obsession with.. 25/11/2025

Renfe launches Black Friday sale with tickets from €7 to kick off 2026 travelThousands of discounted high-speed and long-distance train tickets available until 30 November for journeys starting January 8 Renfe has launched its Black Friday campaign early this year, offering thousands of discounted tickets across its high-speed.. 25/11/2025

Iryo braces for staff strike: Essential train services to continue over the next fortnightOperator maintains 73% minimum train services amid union strike action, promising passenger support and alternative travel options As the year nears its close, the high-speed train operator Iryo is preparing for strike action that could impact travel.. 24/11/2025

Winds pick up and temperatures dip: Murcia weekly weather forecast November 24-27Cloudy skies with occasional showers, chilly nights, and gusty winds shaping the late November feel The Region of Murcia heads into the final week of November with mostly cloudy skies and a notable increase in wind speeds, especially in higher inland.. 24/11/2025

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..

Richard Gere is coming to Murcia to light the giant Christmas treeThe Hollywood legend will flip the switch on Plaza Circular's Great Christmas Tree on November 28 Richard Gere, one of the biggest names in Hollywood cinema, is coming to Murcia city next week to light the Great Christmas Tree in Plaza Circular.. 21/11/2025

Renfe launches high-speed train tickets from Murcia for €19The offer also includes journeys on Intercity, Alvia or Avlo trains from €7 Renfe is absolutely flying out of the starting gates with a fabulous Black Friday offer which starts nice and early on November 21. High-speed AVE train tickets to and.. 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

A wild and wonderful Christmas adventure for kids at Terra Natura MurciaThis festive season, little explorers can enjoy a Christmas full of nature, learning and fun at Terra Natura’s magical Christmas School Christmas is coming and Terra Natura Murcia is all set to welcome its youngest adventurers to a festive experience.. 21/11/2025

Why Murcia farmers are turning to pistachios as their new wonder cropThe pistachio boom highlights the latest way Region of Murcia farmers are adapting to climate challenges These days, pistachios seem to be everywhere, from fancy restaurant menus and pastry shops to supermarket shelves stacked with bags of them. They.. 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

Seafood prices set to soar in Murcia ahead of ChristmasEarly shoppers and supply shortages are driving red prawn costs sky-high in the Region Seafood markets in Murcia are already feeling the rush of the upcoming Christmas season, bringing with it price hikes and worries that the iconic red prawns may not.. 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

Murcia extends bird flu lockdown to backyard chickensSo far, no outbreaks have been reported in the Region of Murcia Spain has ordered that professional livestock farms across the country confine their poultry to contain the spread of avian influenza, a highly-contagious disease which has already caused.. 19/11/2025