Schoolwork Showcase 2019
A new generation of creativity
International schools along the Costa del Sol and in Gibraltar sent in some of their students’ best work to be published in this year’s Education and Learning special
Marbella finally lays its hands on two rural estates confiscated from Malaya corruption boss
The council has taken on Juan Antonio Roca's homes in a compensation deal, and the more expensive of the two may become a sports complex
Tradition and recognition in Andalucía day celebrations
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It was 39th anniversary since the region became an autonomous community on Thursday
Spanish government approves contingency plans for no-deal Brexit
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The decree, designed to face all eventualities if the UK leaves the EU without an agreement, including maintaining citizens' rights, was approved at the Cabinet meeting on Friday
Las Pedrizas motorway toll price to go up to fund works
Ignacio LILLO
The money raised will fund new link roads in Malaga and Casabermeja
Company bosses on Malaga tech park threaten to pull out unless transport links improve
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Tension between the PTA and local authorities continues despite meeting to try to relieve notorious traffic congestion
Council looking at ways to reduce traffic on main Costa road
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Benalmádena council wants to reduce congestion on Avenida Antonio Machado along the seafront
Black Eyed Peas confirmed as big name at this year's Weekend Beach Festival
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The performance will be one of three dates in Spain as part of a tour to promote their Masters of the Sun Vol I album
Animal groups criticise council inaction after dozens of street cats are poisoned in Torremolinos
ALBERTO GÓMEZ TORREMOLINOS
The PSOE called for "the control and sterilisation of street cats" during the election campaign but groups say nothing has been done
Julen's parents say they didn't know there was a borehole near where their son was playing
JUAN CANO / ÁLVARO FRÍAS MALAGA.
As the court investigation continues, the hikers who were the first on the scene to help in Totalán, have also been telling the judge what they found
Jewellery from Marbella bank robbery in September recovered as police make 13 arrests
Juan CANO / Álvaro FRÍAS MALAGA
Three of those arrested for the robberies, worth up to 400,000 euros, were brothers who belonged to the famous Los Dalton gang from the Portada Alta area of Malaga city
Swede held over investor con warrant
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He is wanted in his home country in connection with fraud
Man dies as vehicle plunges from toll road viaduct onto valley floor near Puerto Banús
CHARO MÁRQUEZ MARBELLA.
The only occupant was believed to be a foreign resident over 50 with links to a business in Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucía
Towns on the western Costa del Sol increase recycling tally
Charo MÁRQUEZ
Paper and card collection was up 11% with nearly 10,000 tonnes; this works out at 20.65 kilos per resident per year, while the Andalusian average is 11.2 kilos per inhabitant
Karate world left in shock by 2024 Olympics snub
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"No one is going to want to sponsor us now," says Malaga karateka María Torres, saddened by the news this week
A LOOK AT LA LIGA
Time to Bale out?
A return to England looks to be on the cards for both Luis Suárez and Gareth Bale this summer
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Keepers to the rescue as points are shared in promotion battle
A world-class stop apiece from Munir and Dani Giménez in the final ten minutes meant that neither Malaga nor Dépor could claim the win
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Alejando Davidovich jumps up rankings after reaching Bangkok Challenger final
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This is the young Spaniard's highest placing since becoming a professional 14 months ago
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Marbella extend unbeaten run to seven with home draw
JULIO RODRÍGUEZ
A goalless draw on Sunday was a good result for both sides who were loath to commit errors for the opposition to seize upon
Fuglsang dethrones Wellens in Ruta del Sol
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The Dane didn't win a single stage but his steady performances helped to see off the reigning champion
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Malaga Femenino hit rock bottom for the third time this season
MARINA RIVAS
Despite considerable investment, Malaga are bottom of the table without a win in 13 league games
A guiri's guide to extra virgin olive oil
While large-scale production of the golden liquid remains a Spanish affair, many foreigners also produce their own
Santa María Polo Club releases spring and summer programme
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The club, based in Sotogrande, has announced a new initiative to encourage families to come and enjoy the atmosphere
Colourful carnival celebrations reach their climax
Drag queen galas, ostentatious parades and the burning of the sardine are among the final attractions of the carnival celebrations
The euro zone
Spelling it out
With a general election imminent, Spain's major political parties are reminding voters of what they stand for
Website on the menu
ANDREW J. LINN
Many restaurants these days do not spend nearly enough time on their websites
Mansplaining
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PP leader Pablo Casado offered a text book example last week when he said: "I think that it's good for pregnant women to know what they are carrying inside: an autonomous life."
Every loser wins
Losing's brilliant, and I should know; it makes you buck up your ideas and encourages you to concentrate on the things you're half decent at
Discounted rate for new 'autónomos' to be extended to two years
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Junta president Juanma Moreno has announced the extension of the discounted 60-euro monthly rate for those newly registered as self-employed
UK government reminds citizens about six-month passport rule
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For travel from the UK to most EU countries (including Spain) British citizens will need to have at least six months left on their passports
Raising the Welsh flag for St David's Day
The Welsh Society was formed with the goal of raising funds for local and international charities, while also promoting all things Welsh
Following in Norman Bethune's footsteps
Colin Old, a Canadian retiree, has been compiling a map devoted to the man who brought a dark chapter of Spanish history to wider attention
Lost Roman past of Costa resort to be unearthed with dig
A six-year project is to be started in the shadow of Fuengirola's Sohail castle to uncover the Roman settlement of Suel
UK parliament votes to ringfence citizens' rights, regardless of deal
Alberto Costa MP had to resign on Wednesday due to convention that prohibits politicians with parliamentary titles from tabling amendments
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Three armed men make off with 200,000 euros after holding up central Marbella bank
A helping of Elton, Shakira and Beyoncé in new Hard Rock Café in Malaga
Torremolinos gourmet market repair works conclude
New offers for flights to the Middle East
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Fuengirola Potros to play in the top flight next season
Club Goju Ryu shines once again in regional youth championships
Leaders Cartagena get the better of Atlético Malagueño
Fuengirola Lions come out on top in second veterans' tournament
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