Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views in English since 1998 Mon, 11 May 2026 21:48:38 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 New May bank holidays confirmed in parts of Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/new-may-bank-holidays-confirmed-in-parts-of-spain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/new-may-bank-holidays-confirmed-in-parts-of-spain/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 21:48:38 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568853 Many workers in Spain may still have another chance to enjoy a long weekend before summer officially begins. After the May Day holiday, the 2026 work calendar still includes several important regional and local bank holidays, with some employees set to benefit from a three day break depending on where they live. The most significant date for many people will be Friday May 15, when San Isidro is…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/new-may-bank-holidays-confirmed-in-parts-of-spain/feed/ 0 World Paella Day united residents from across the globe in l’Alfas del Pi https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/world-paella-day-united-residents-from-across-the-globe-in-lalfas-del-pi/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/world-paella-day-united-residents-from-across-the-globe-in-lalfas-del-pi/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 21:05:15 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568849 More than 200 international residents gathered in l’Alfas del Pi this week as the town celebrated the seventh edition of World Paella Day with a large multicultural food and community event focused on integration, diversity and shared traditions. The celebration brought together residents from dozens of countries for a day centred around gastronomy, cultural exchange and community spirit…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/world-paella-day-united-residents-from-across-the-globe-in-lalfas-del-pi/feed/ 0 Why Spain is leading Europe’s race to protect people from deadly heatwaves https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-spain-is-leading-europes-race-to-protect-people-from-deadly-heatwaves/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-spain-is-leading-europes-race-to-protect-people-from-deadly-heatwaves/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 20:31:33 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568845 Spain is emerging as one of Europe’s leading countries in the development of climate shelters, with researchers and urban planners increasingly viewing the network as a critical tool for reducing heat-related deaths during increasingly severe summers.Climate shelters are public spaces designed to provide refuge during periods of extreme heat. They typically include libraries, civic centres…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-spain-is-leading-europes-race-to-protect-people-from-deadly-heatwaves/feed/ 0 Sober Socials brings free spring stroll to La Cala de Mijas this weekend https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/sober-socials-brings-free-spring-stroll-to-la-cala-de-mijas-this-weekend/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/sober-socials-brings-free-spring-stroll-to-la-cala-de-mijas-this-weekend/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 20:29:36 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568846 Community members on the Costa del Sol are going to get another fresh opportunity to connect without alcohol through upcoming events from Sober Socials. Sober Socials operates as a supportive network founded in October 2025 by Emma Thorne Lees and Louise Hazelden. Participants can enjoy social activities focused on meaningful interactions, from mocktail evenings to outdoor walks.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/sober-socials-brings-free-spring-stroll-to-la-cala-de-mijas-this-weekend/feed/ 0 Armani branded properties: Italian fashion giant enters Marbella property market https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/armani-branded-properties-italian-fashion-giant-enters-marbella-property-market/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/armani-branded-properties-italian-fashion-giant-enters-marbella-property-market/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 19:49:42 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568842 Armani has chosen Marbella for its debut designs in residential development in Spain. The brand now joins forces with Sierra Blanca Estates, Palya Invest led by entrepreneur Abel Matutes, and tennis icon Rafael Nadal to create thirty-three exclusive properties right on the prestigious Golden Mile. Nadal, who featured in various Emporio Armani campaigns back in 2011, returns to work with the…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/armani-branded-properties-italian-fashion-giant-enters-marbella-property-market/feed/ 0 60-year-old man falls from cliff in Nerja: Police ask, “Was he pushed?” https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/60-year-old-man-falls-from-cliff-in-nerja-police-ask-was-he-pushed/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/60-year-old-man-falls-from-cliff-in-nerja-police-ask-was-he-pushed/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 17:17:34 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568829 Rescuers mobilised at speed on Sunday, May 10, following reports of a serious incident near a popular coastal viewpoint in Nerja. A 60-year-old Spanish resident of Nerja, originally from somewhere in northern Spain, tumbled roughly three metres in an area with stairs and showers close to Carabeo Beach. Witnesses contacted emergency services around 5.15pm, which instantly launched a coordinated…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/60-year-old-man-falls-from-cliff-in-nerja-police-ask-was-he-pushed/feed/ 0 300+ in one day risk lives in deadly Atlantic crossings to Canaries as Madrid accused of abandonment https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/300-in-one-day-risk-lives-in-deadly-atlantic-crossings-to-canaries-as-madrid-accused-of-abandonment/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/300-in-one-day-risk-lives-in-deadly-atlantic-crossings-to-canaries-as-madrid-accused-of-abandonment/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 16:26:39 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568826 Rescue services deployed sea vessels and aircraft to assist migrant boats reaching the Canary Islands over the weekend, with more than 300 people needing rescuing in operations that showed the extreme dangers of these Atlantic journeys. Spanish maritime teams responded to multiple incidents that exposed how easily such voyages can turn fatal. One wooden vessel carrying 125 individuals suffered…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/300-in-one-day-risk-lives-in-deadly-atlantic-crossings-to-canaries-as-madrid-accused-of-abandonment/feed/ 0 Monster truck mayhem: California Motor Show returns to Albox with high-speed action https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/monster-truck-mayhem-california-motor-show-returns-to-albox-with-high-speed-action/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/monster-truck-mayhem-california-motor-show-returns-to-albox-with-high-speed-action/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 15:45:08 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568810 The monstrous roar of supersized engine’s will soon be echoing across Albox when the California Motor show arrives in town. Car lovers and adrenaline junkies of all ages will be entertained when monster trucks leave destruction in their wake and real-life Transformers come to life before the audience’s eyes. Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush. For the next three weekends – May 15 to 31…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/monster-truck-mayhem-california-motor-show-returns-to-albox-with-high-speed-action/feed/ 0 Spain’s southern beaches prepare to receive 56,500 tonnes of invasive brown algae https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-southern-beaches-prepare-to-receive-56500-tonnes-of-invasive-brown-algae/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-southern-beaches-prepare-to-receive-56500-tonnes-of-invasive-brown-algae/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 15:43:39 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568819 Coastal authorities in southern Spain are preparing for continued large-scale arrivals of invasive Japanese brown algae (Rugulopteryx okamurae) along the Andalucía coastline in 2026. Aggregated regional reporting indicates that around 40 municipalities may be affected to varying degrees, as marine currents continue to transport significant volumes of algae onto beaches. The species…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-southern-beaches-prepare-to-receive-56500-tonnes-of-invasive-brown-algae/feed/ 0 Rules due to tighten on beaches as summer approaches: Smoking, dogs and barbecues on the sand https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/rules-due-to-tighten-on-beaches-as-summer-approaches-smoking-dogs-and-barbecues-on-the-sand/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/rules-due-to-tighten-on-beaches-as-summer-approaches-smoking-dogs-and-barbecues-on-the-sand/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 15:23:31 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568817 While the weather may still be a little fresh for lounging on the beach and paddling in the water, many local councils will soon activate their seasonal beach bylaws across Spain. June 1 is the general date designed to coincide with peak holiday crowds and protect coastal environments. Traditionally this is a time of year in Spain when local residents and beach users argue about what is and what…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/rules-due-to-tighten-on-beaches-as-summer-approaches-smoking-dogs-and-barbecues-on-the-sand/feed/ 0 Benalmadena council hacks off illegal tourist flat lockboxes from public railings https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/benalmadena-council-hacks-off-illegal-tourist-flat-lockboxes-from-public-railings/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/benalmadena-council-hacks-off-illegal-tourist-flat-lockboxes-from-public-railings/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 15:18:53 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568818 Fresh action against illegal tourist apartment key safes has taken place in Benalmadena after council workers removed several lockboxes fixed to public railings in busy residential areas. Town hall officials said the metal boxes had been attached without permission and formed part of unauthorised use of public street furniture connected to holiday rental properties. Many tourist flat owners…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/benalmadena-council-hacks-off-illegal-tourist-flat-lockboxes-from-public-railings/feed/ 0 Spain’s wealth gap explodes as under-35s lose nearly 80% of their wealth in two decades https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-wealth-gap-explodes-as-under-35s-lose-nearly-80-of-their-wealth-in-two-decades/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-wealth-gap-explodes-as-under-35s-lose-nearly-80-of-their-wealth-in-two-decades/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 14:56:16 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568815 The financial position of younger adults in Spain has weakened significantly over the past two decades, while older generations have continued to accumulate wealth, according to data drawn from Spain’s Household Finance Survey. The figures show a substantial divergence in net wealth between age groups, driven largely by housing ownership and long-term asset accumulation. Analysis of the data…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/spains-wealth-gap-explodes-as-under-35s-lose-nearly-80-of-their-wealth-in-two-decades/feed/ 0 Cartagena celebrates young talent at Entre Cuerdas y Metales competition https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/cartagena-celebrates-young-talent-at-entre-cuerdas-y-metales-competition/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/cartagena-celebrates-young-talent-at-entre-cuerdas-y-metales-competition/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 14:29:58 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568813 Cartagena recently celebrated the incredible 28th edition of the “Entre Cuerdas y Metales” classical music competition, a well-established event on the Costa Calida that combined music, tradition, creativity, and a celebration of the talented youths in the Region of Murcia. The event was held in the El Batel Municipal Auditorium in Cartagena on Saturday, May 9, and was organised by the Youth…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/cartagena-celebrates-young-talent-at-entre-cuerdas-y-metales-competition/feed/ 0 Dolores Intercultural Festival returns with music, food and dance https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/dolores-intercultural-festival-returns-with-music-food-and-dance/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/dolores-intercultural-festival-returns-with-music-food-and-dance/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 14:03:18 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568807 The fifth edition of the Dolores Intercultural Days festival will be held in mid-May, celebrating coexistence and cultural diversity in this charming Costa Calida municipality. The festival, which will be held on the weekend of May 16 and May 17, will include traditional dances, live music, and cultural displays in performances that will captivate audiences across town. The initiative has been…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/dolores-intercultural-festival-returns-with-music-food-and-dance/feed/ 0 Guardia Civil carries out major hostage crisis simulation In Mojácar https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/guardia-civil-carries-out-major-hostage-crisis-simulation-in-mojacar/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/guardia-civil-carries-out-major-hostage-crisis-simulation-in-mojacar/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 13:53:53 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568803 The Guardia Civil has carried out a major high-complexity security exercise in the coastal town of Mojácar, aimed at strengthening operational readiness in the event of serious public safety threats. The large-scale simulation took place on 7 May at a shopping centre and formed part of the ongoing specialist training programme organised by the Command Headquarters in Almería.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/guardia-civil-carries-out-major-hostage-crisis-simulation-in-mojacar/feed/ 0 Fuengirola’s magnificent horse show is a must-see spectacle with fantasy and fire https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fuengirolas-magnificent-horse-show-is-a-must-see-spectacle-with-fantasy-and-fire/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fuengirolas-magnificent-horse-show-is-a-must-see-spectacle-with-fantasy-and-fire/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 13:44:09 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568798 Saddle up for a captivating live event this May as the Grand Show Equestrian Arts is galloping into Fuengirola’s Plaza de Toros. On Saturday, May 16 an extraordinary evening of horsemanship, flamenco, fire, and spectacle will happen before your very eyes. Doors open at 6pm, with the show beginning at 7:45pm. This traditional horse show weaves together equestrian disciplines in one single…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fuengirolas-magnificent-horse-show-is-a-must-see-spectacle-with-fantasy-and-fire/feed/ 0 Andalucia readies for wildfire with 4,700 crew and 43 aircraft to tackle summer threat https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/andalucia-readies-for-wildfire-with-4700-crew-and-43-aircraft-to-tackle-summer-threat/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/andalucia-readies-for-wildfire-with-4700-crew-and-43-aircraft-to-tackle-summer-threat/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 13:39:00 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568794 Over 4,700 professionals are already standing by and prepared as southern Spain activates its reinforced wildfire response for the high-danger period running from June 1 to October 15. This season brings three extra aircraft compared with last year, together with updated ground vehicles and specialist teams to counter potential wildfire outbreaks. Resources include 108 fire engines…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/andalucia-readies-for-wildfire-with-4700-crew-and-43-aircraft-to-tackle-summer-threat/feed/ 0 Much More May festival dazzles Cartagena with art and activism https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/much-more-may-festival-dazzles-cartagena-with-art-and-activism/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/much-more-may-festival-dazzles-cartagena-with-art-and-activism/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 12:49:52 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568789 Over the weekend, Cartagena celebrated one of its largest springtime festivities, a festival that brought live music, dancing, and entertainment to the streets to dazzle the public. The Much More May festival, now in its remarkable 20th edition, featured dozens of performances and workshops that locals and visitors to the Costa Calida hub participated in. This edition of the Much More May…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/much-more-may-festival-dazzles-cartagena-with-art-and-activism/feed/ 0 Fresh chaos for Ryanair passengers as flight issues emergency over Channel before sudden U-turn https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fresh-chaos-for-ryanair-passengers-as-flight-issues-squark-emergency-over-channel-before-sudden-u-turn/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fresh-chaos-for-ryanair-passengers-as-flight-issues-squark-emergency-over-channel-before-sudden-u-turn/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 12:12:32 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568783 Passengers heading to sunny Spanish shores now have to brace for extended hold-ups on the way Murcia airport, as well as those making their way home. A Boeing 737 MAX from Glasgow Prestwick declared a general emergency this morning via its “squark” system, forcing an urgent doubling-back to London Stansted and disrupting return flights. Flight FR7842 left Prestwick at 7.31am GMT bound for…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/fresh-chaos-for-ryanair-passengers-as-flight-issues-squark-emergency-over-channel-before-sudden-u-turn/feed/ 0 Murcia hosts filming of Movistar Plus+ thriller “Todo lo necesario” https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/murcia-hosts-filming-of-movistar-plus-thriller-todo-lo-necesario/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/murcia-hosts-filming-of-movistar-plus-thriller-todo-lo-necesario/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 12:11:48 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568784 Five Murcian municipalities will get their time in the spotlight with the exciting new filming of a Movistar Plus+ original series, “Todo lo necesario” (“All That’s Necessary”), in collaboration with Lastor Media. The series, which will have three episodes, is a thriller inspired by the negotiations for the release of three Spanish aid workers kidnapped on the border between Mali and Mauritania by…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/murcia-hosts-filming-of-movistar-plus-thriller-todo-lo-necesario/feed/ 0 Why 42% of Spanish tourists refuse travel insurance and Britain isn’t far behind https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-42-of-spanish-tourists-refuse-travel-insurance-and-britain-isnt-far-behind/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-42-of-spanish-tourists-refuse-travel-insurance-and-britain-isnt-far-behind/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 11:44:17 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568781 Large numbers of Spanish and British tourists continue to travel abroad without insurance, despite rising medical costs and increasing disruption linked to delays, cancellations and lost baggage. A recent study by insurance broker Heymondo and research firm YouGov found that 42% of Spanish travellers who do not buy travel insurance believe it is simply “not necessary”, while separate figures from…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/why-42-of-spanish-tourists-refuse-travel-insurance-and-britain-isnt-far-behind/feed/ 0 Malaga police seize 36 illegal VTC cabs in major crackdown – Even informal airport runs in spotlight https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/malaga-police-seize-36-illegal-vtc-cabs-in-major-crackdown-even-informal-airport-runs-in-spotlight/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/malaga-police-seize-36-illegal-vtc-cabs-in-major-crackdown-even-informal-airport-runs-in-spotlight/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 11:28:31 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568778 Police in the Malaga area have launched a determined effort against unauthorised ride-hailing services, similar to Uber, operating with deceptive legal appearances. This targeted action protects legitimate drivers and passengers while curbing illicit activities at key locations. Officers from Malaga Local Police Investigation and Protection Group collaborated closely with regional transport…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/malaga-police-seize-36-illegal-vtc-cabs-in-major-crackdown-even-informal-airport-runs-in-spotlight/feed/ 0 Torrevieja May Fair delights despite rain with music and tradition https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/torrevieja-may-fair-delights-despite-rain-with-music-and-tradition/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/torrevieja-may-fair-delights-despite-rain-with-music-and-tradition/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 10:52:26 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568775 The coastal municipality of Torrevieja is fresh off the heels of the excitement of its traditional May Fair, a celebration held at the beginning of May in the town’s idyllic Antonio Soria Park concert venue. The fair, despite some unfavourable weather conditions, was a major success, with this edition marked by live music, dancing, traditional Andalucian cultural offerings, an equestrian show…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/torrevieja-may-fair-delights-despite-rain-with-music-and-tradition/feed/ 0 DEBRA’s Butterfly Skin Charity brings Marbella together for a morning of fitness and fundraising https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/debras-butterfly-skin-charity-brings-marbella-together-for-a-morning-of-fitness-and-fundraising/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/debras-butterfly-skin-charity-brings-marbella-together-for-a-morning-of-fitness-and-fundraising/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 10:16:29 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568766 DEBRA Piel de Mariposa, Spain’s only national charity for children with Epidermolysis bullosa, known as butterfly skin, is holding its 5th annual Solidarity Event in Marbella on Saturday, May 16. The event is open to everyone, to raise funds for families living with a rare and currently incurable condition. Each activity costs just €5, with all proceeds going directly to support affected families.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/debras-butterfly-skin-charity-brings-marbella-together-for-a-morning-of-fitness-and-fundraising/feed/ 0 Belgian farmers resort to bizarre, archaic methods, and not everyone is happy about it https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/belgian-farmers-resort-to-bizarre-archaic-methods-and-not-everyone-is-happy-about-it/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/belgian-farmers-resort-to-bizarre-archaic-methods-and-not-everyone-is-happy-about-it/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 09:52:20 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568764 Reports from Belgian countryside areas describe farmers resorting to more ancient methods of scaring away crows and other pests, but not everyone is pleased with the archaic method. The act of suspending dead crows or magpies on poles in the middle of crop fields has been making a comeback as a tried-and-tested method of deterring living birds through a stark visual warning.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/belgian-farmers-resort-to-bizarre-archaic-methods-and-not-everyone-is-happy-about-it/feed/ 0 Toyo Japanese, Asian favours in Fuengirola https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/toyo-japanese-asian-favours-in-fuengirola/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/toyo-japanese-asian-favours-in-fuengirola/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 08:57:52 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568761 Toyo Japanese restaurant has two branches, one in Fuengirola just up from the seafront and one in Malaga. International restaurant options are endless in Fuengirola with its streets jam packed with choice, but recently the Japanese buffet style dining has become popular for a more budget friendly way to feast on sushi and dim sum at a more reasonable price. We opted for the evening buffet…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/toyo-japanese-asian-favours-in-fuengirola/feed/ 0 Would you survive 24 hours without your phone? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/would-you-survive-24-hours-without-your-phone/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/would-you-survive-24-hours-without-your-phone/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 08:05:09 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568757 For many people, smartphones have become an essential part of daily life. From banking and travel to communication and entertainment, most tasks can now be completed with a few taps on a screen. A recent poll asking people whether they could survive 24 hours without their phone produced mixed responses, with some confident they could manage easily while others admitted they would struggle.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/would-you-survive-24-hours-without-your-phone/feed/ 0 Weather for the week ahead in Spain – Pollen counts high, but what of the rain? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/weather-for-the-week-ahead-in-spain-pollen-counts-high-but-what-of-the-rain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/weather-for-the-week-ahead-in-spain-pollen-counts-high-but-what-of-the-rain/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 07:52:44 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568753 Those in Mediterranean Spain will benefit in the next few days from near-perfect spring temperatures, so this is the time to get things done. Plenty of opportunities arise for outdoor activities in comfortable conditions. Calm and pleasant weather sets the tone at the start of the week across many locations, as everyone prepares for hotter conditions that are expected to begin early in June.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/weather-for-the-week-ahead-in-spain-pollen-counts-high-but-what-of-the-rain/feed/ 0 Palma’s Binter NightRun transformed the city into a huge open-air sporting festival https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/palmas-binter-nightrun-transformed-the-city-into-a-huge-open-air-sporting-festival/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/palmas-binter-nightrun-transformed-the-city-into-a-huge-open-air-sporting-festival/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 23:12:57 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568748 Thousands of runners and spectators filled the streets of Palma on Saturday night as the sixth edition of the Binter NightRun turned the city centre into one of Mallorca’s biggest sporting events of the spring. The popular night race returned to Palma on May 9 with illuminated routes, live music, DJs and entertainment points spread across the city, creating a festival atmosphere that continued…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/palmas-binter-nightrun-transformed-the-city-into-a-huge-open-air-sporting-festival/feed/ 0 Calvià celebrated Europe Day with music, markets and family activities in Palmanova https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/calvia-celebrated-europe-day-with-music-markets-and-family-activities-in-palmanova/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/11/calvia-celebrated-europe-day-with-music-markets-and-family-activities-in-palmanova/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 23:00:03 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568746 Palmanova transformed into a lively multicultural festival this weekend as Calvià celebrated Europe Day with live music, street performances, food stalls and family activities along the Passeig de la Mar. The all-day event took place on Sunday, May 10, bringing together residents, tourists and local associations for one of the municipality’s most colourful community celebrations of the spring…

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