Food and drink
The world hits peak wine
Wine-drinking surged in the 1990s partly as a result of research suggesting it was good for the heart. But now public-health officials warn people off alcohol entirely
Andrew J. Linn
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Property
Spanish government pledges 23bn euros for affordable housing
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez targets the construction of 15,000 affordable rental homes per year to tackle the national housing shortage
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Extra Agustín Cruz Legal
EJASO strengthens its presence in Málaga and the Costa del Sol with the appointment of Agustín Cruz
The lawyer will head the Real Estate and Construction area, reinforcing the presence in the province of one of the leading law firms in Spain
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Food and drink
Malaga gains four new Soles in the Repsol Guide
The publication presents its 2026 edition, in which the province maintains its lead over the rest of Andalucía in number of gastronomic distinctions
Marina Martínez |
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Property
Buying to rent. Regulations that affect tourist lets
Accommodation. Buyers are advised to be aware of the legalities regarding tourist accommodation before choosing a property to rent out as a holiday home; neighbours and local councils can affect plans
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Property
Buy or rent, property prices continue to rise
In Malaga province the price per square metre has risen above three thousand euros on average for the first time, according to the latest report by the Gesvalt valuation company
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Heritage
Robert Mosher: the most exclusive Costa del Sol architect whose work is in danger of extinction
Lloyd Wright’s disciple arrived in Spain with the Marshall Plan, fell in love with Marbella and left an urban planning legacy that is as unknown as it is unprotected
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Health and safety
Spain recalls Toblerone chocolate batches
The health warning mainly concerns people with intolerance to almonds, soya, egg and/or milk
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Art and culture
Win a Picasso for €100: million-euro masterpiece raffled for Alzheimer’s research
The Recherche Alzheimer Foundation is selling 'tickets of hope' for a chance to own the Malaga-born genius’s 1941 work, Tête de femme
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Gardening in southern Spain
Senna bicapsularis
This fast-growing plant produces masses of sulphur-yellow flowers from autumn until spring, attracting pollinating insects, especially butterflies
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Gardening in southern Spain
Torenia fournieri
Torenia fournieri may look similar to a pansy at first but, unlike pansies, it will continue to flower as temperatures rise during the summer months, provided it has sufficient shade
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Andalusian influencers around the world
Bernardo de Gálvez A hero of American independence
The soldier was born in Macharaviaya in 1746 and his family's national and global influence earned the village the title of 'Little Madrid'
Jennie Rhodes |
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Extra Yago School
Yago School Malaga: international educational excellence in the heart of the Costa del Sol
Educational tradition, pedagogical innovation and a clear global outlook in a privileged setting on the Costa del Sol
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Health
Elisabeth Roldán, Malaga woman who underwent complex 4kg tumour removal, dies aged 39
The Portada Alta local, who captured hearts after surgery by renowned surgeon Diego González Rivas, lost her lifelong battle with Ewing’s sarcoma