Costa del Sol promenades fill with life as lockdown restrictions are eased in Spain
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Thousands made the most of their first chance to go out for a walk, run or bike ride since the state of alarm was declared on 14 March
Phase Zero kicks off with hairdressers' diaries full and some shops open
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From Monday some businesses and shops smaller than 400 square metres are able to serve customers by appointment only
Spain records lowest number of new Covid-19 cases in two months
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There were no coronavirus-related deaths for the second consecutive day in Malaga province but the long holiday weekend is likely to result in a spike later in the week
Spain to scale down coronavirus restrictions in four phases, reaching its 'new normal' by the end of June
MELCHOR SÁIZ-PARDO
Pedro Sánchez said on Tuesday that the lockdown could be lifted at different times in different provinces depending on health conditions. Bar and restaurant terraces, small shops and hotels could be open from 11 May
Up to ten people can get together from 11 May and bars can fill half their terraces
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Meetings with family and friends can be in private homes or outdoors from Phase 1 of Spain's plan to scale down coronavirus restrictions
What time can I go out for a walk from Saturday?
MELCHOR SÁiZ-PARDO
Adults and teenagers 14 and over can go out between 6am and 10am and between 8pm and 11pm to walk or practise individual sports. Separate times have been designated for the elderly and for children
Cuevas Bajas, Malaga city and Ronda have the most Covid-19 cases per capita
NURIA TRIGUERO
The regional Health authority released figures broken down by town or village for the first time this week; 37 have no cases
Anantara Villa Padierna hotel is working with World Central Kitchen
CHARO MÁRQUEZ BENAHAVÍS
Chef Aitor Perunena is coordinating 120 volunteers to produce over 1,000 dishes a day at the Benahavís hotel
Increased Cercanías rush-hour capacity to help with social distancing
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Trains could be extended in length from Monday during the busiest periods of the day
Masks to be compulsory on public transport in Spain from Monday
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The government has said it has six million masks to hand out at stations and stops as some businesses prepare to welcome back customers with appointments
Over-70s now allowed to exercise outdoors in Gibraltar
Several places have been allocated for them to exercise as safely as possible, including the Victoria Stadium
A restaurant owner in Torremolinos is planning ahead and installing screens
IGNACIO LILLO
His businesses will have digital menus, disinfection arches with ozone at the entrance and clients' temperature will be taken before being allowed in
The unmistakable voice of Spanish football
Michael Robinson, known in the UK as a European Cup winner but famous in Spain as a TV maverick, died on Tuesday at the age of 61 after a long battle with cancer
Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus
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Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 - and only call 112 in an emergency
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How and where can I receive assistance if my financial situation is affected by Covid-19?
MATÍAS STUBER
Unions say many people who have lost income are confused about their situation and what they may be entitled to
What rights do passengers have if flights are affected by the coronavirus crisis?
The Agencia de Seguridad Aérea answers the most frequent questions asked, following the numerous cancellations by airlines
MALAGA
Fumigation under way in the Guadalhorce estuary to keep mosquitoes at bay
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The sharp rise in temperatures forecast would provide optimum conditions for the insects to hatch and move to nearby residential areas
Cudeca turns its Walkathon into Walkahome
The hospice foundation has come up with a lockdown alternative to its annual fundraising walk. Participants can sign up online, download a bib and get moving at home
“If this situation goes on for a long time, the future of Triple A will be at risk”
Charo Márquez
Jan Weima, the secretary of the association says they have received more than 40 recent requests to adopt dogs, but these have been postponed
Young girl discovers 18-kilo bundle of hashish on first day back outside
JUAN CANO / ÁLVARO FRÍAS
The minor spotted a wet cardboard box on the rocks while she was taken for a walk along the beach by her dad
Bioparc's Asmara, the oldest tigress in Europe, has died
The Sumatran tiger had lived in Fuengirola since the park opened in mid-2001
THE BOTTOM LINE
Tourism and the left
A long time ago now tourism stopped being entertainment for a privileged few and became the bread and butter for many. It ought to be taken more seriously
THE MUSIC MAKER
Hobbies and passed times
Over the last few weeks, I've succumbed to the odd nostalgic musing
THE EURO ZONE
Grant application
As Spain sees it, Brussels' challenge is to ensure that each country has the amount of financial support it needs to combat the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic
food & drink
Insure against anything?
ANDREW J. LINN
Although a claim would be accepted if there were an actual virus in, for example, a restaurant kitchen, insurance companies argue that insuring against a pandemic is impossible
A bittersweet anniversary for the Teatro Cervantes
FRANCISCO GRIÑÁN
The pandemic sees the iconic theatre lay empty on its 150th anniversary but the majority of events will be rescheduled
Keep your brain in shape now, avoid problems in the future
RAQUEL MERINO MALAGA
The Spanish Neurology Society is raising awareness of the importance of looking after the brain to prevent neurological illnesses
Art, music and culture during the lockdown
A selection of websites and online activities to continue enjoying galleries, concerts and theatre during the coronavirus lockdown
Guardia Civil dismantle operation in which drugs were trafficked in tomato cans
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The group had set up in a villa in Mijas at which more than 700 marijuana plants were seized
Arrest made following spate of burglaries in isolated campo houses in Periana
Agustín PELÁEZ
the man had been hiding the loot in holes in trees and other isolated areas in the countryside surrounding the village
PET CARE
Hard times
PETER HARRISON
If you love animals, your help can mean a lot in the present situation
