Andalucía has over 640,000 empty homes, 4,200 more than ten years ago
The southern region has more unoccupied properties than any of the other 16 in Spain
EP
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Sanlúcar horse races set to attract thousands, at home and away
This iconic event on the beaches of the Cadiz town is watched by crowds of locals and visitors on the sand and many more follow from their homes
Álvaro Mogollo | -
San Roque
Man in serious condition after Sotogrande nightclub stabbing
Witnesses called the emergency services after the attack took place in the early hours of Tuesday morning
La Voz de Cádiz | -
Government earmarks 23.3 million euros to bring fibre broadband to remote areas of Andalucía
This aid is essential to fight against depopulation and make rural areas more attractive digital nomads, said the government
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Motril fishermen catch giant squid weighing over 13 kilos
This was the largest mollusc to be auctioned off at the fish market in the harbour of the Costa Tropical town since August in 2018
Pilar García-Trevijano |
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Costa Tropical town gets ready to celebrate annual fair
There will be music, dancing, sandcastle competitions, children's events and more in Almuñécar from Wednesday 9 August
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Twenty years of the life-saving little red button
The telecare service has seen exponential growth thanks to both new users joining and new devices developed to help achieve independent living without losing security
Susana Zamora | -
Health
Junta's SAS public health service rolls out new messaging system to mobiles in Andalucía
The service, which must be subscribed to, will also send a reminder of appointments as their dates approach, as well as information on possible cancellations or changes
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Drought crisis
This is the current state of the reservoirs in Andalucía
Nationally, Spain's water reserve is currently at 42.2% of its total capacity - but the situation is a lot worse in the south of the country
Europa Press |
Extra Helicópteros Sanitarios
Complex heart rhythm disorders treated by internationally recognised specialists
SUR in English
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Crime
Shocking 300% increase in kidnappings revealed in latest crime stats for Andalucía
The latest figures for the region show the overall crime rate increased by 10% during the first quarter of the year
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These are some of the best beaches for surfing in Andalucía this summer
Discover some of the best places in the region to enjoy this popular summer sport, with something suitable for all skill levels
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Major wildfire under control in La Línea, after local residents were evacuated from their homes
The Junta de Andalucía's Plan Infoca brigade had several helicopters and water-dropping planes at the scene, and their crews were joined by regular firefighters from La Línea, San Roque and Algeciras
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Grants of up to 5,500 euros available if you are a new self-employed worker in Andalucía
The subsidy is aimed at those who have started a business activity and maintained their self-employment status for 12 months
Europa Press |
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Junta calls for public to be extra vigilant to help avoid wildfires like those ravaging Greece and Italy
Despite unwavering heat, there have been no major fires in Andalucía so far this summer, but officials are warning people not to be complacent
Héctor Barbotta | -
Costa Tropical residents demand end to jet ski 'nuisance'
Around 60 people took part in a demonstration on La Herradura beach to call on the authorities to do more to control the problem