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Málaga Mayor Wants Ginés Serrán Port Sculptures to Stay
Events · Sep 13, 2026

Málaga Mayor Wants Ginés Serrán Port Sculptures to Stay

Málaga Mayor Francisco de la Torre is advocating to permanently retain artist Ginés Serrán's waterfront sculptures as their temporary port permit expires.

La Vuelta 2026 in Málaga: Street Closures & Bus Cuts
NewsSep 12, 2026

La Vuelta 2026 in Málaga: Street Closures & Bus Cuts

La Vuelta a España 2026 raced through Málaga capital on Friday, September 11. Here is a breakdown of the major road closures and EMT bus reroutes experienced across the city.

UK ATC System Failure Cancels 31 Málaga Flights
NewsSep 12, 2026

UK ATC System Failure Cancels 31 Málaga Flights

Technical failures in British air traffic control led to 31 flight cancellations at Málaga Airport. Here is an overview of the situation and essential advice for affected passenger

Málaga Pistachio Boom: Dcoop Harvest Surges 50-Fold
Eat & DrinkSep 11, 2026

Málaga Pistachio Boom: Dcoop Harvest Surges 50-Fold

Antequera-based agricultural giant Dcoop reports a spectacular 50-fold surge in pistachio production across Málaga, signaling a shift toward drought-resilient farming.

Málaga Faces Record Summer Power Outages and Grid Strain
NewsSep 10, 2026

Málaga Faces Record Summer Power Outages and Grid Strain

Extreme heat in summer 2026 pushed Málaga's power grid to record electricity demand, causing localized blackouts across urban and coastal zones.

UK Air Traffic Glitch Disrupts 30+ Málaga Flights
EventsSep 09, 2026

UK Air Traffic Glitch Disrupts 30+ Málaga Flights

A major UK air traffic control technical issue has caused widespread travel disruption, impacting over 30 flight connections with Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport.

Málaga Hospitality Bubble: Bar Transfer Fees Hit Record
NewsSep 09, 2026

Málaga Hospitality Bubble: Bar Transfer Fees Hit Record

Record lease transfer fees ('traspasos') in Málaga's historic center are fueling concerns of a hospitality bubble, squeezing independent business operators.

75% of New Cars Sold in Málaga Are Electric or Hybrid
NewsSep 09, 2026

75% of New Cars Sold in Málaga Are Electric or Hybrid

Three out of four new cars registered in Málaga province in 2026 are hybrid or electric, as overall auto sales approach pre-pandemic levels.

Málaga Artists Warn Against Unchecked Tourism Expansion
EventsSep 08, 2026

Málaga Artists Warn Against Unchecked Tourism Expansion

Prominent local creators call for a balanced urban model as rapid tourism growth sparks debate over gentrification and artistic preservation in Málaga.

Costa del Sol Hotels Reach Near-100% September Occupancy
NewsSep 08, 2026

Costa del Sol Hotels Reach Near-100% September Occupancy

As September 2026 unfolds, Málaga and Costa del Sol hotels report near-total occupancy. The traditional autumn drop in tourism has given way to high seasonal demand and elevated ro

Málaga CF Finalizes Squad Numbers Ahead of Levante Match
NewsSep 08, 2026

Málaga CF Finalizes Squad Numbers Ahead of Levante Match

Málaga CF confirms its official squad numbers following the close of the transfer window as a critical 12-match sequence kicks off at La Rosaleda.

Dense Taró Sea Fog Disrupts Málaga Flights
NewsSep 07, 2026

Dense Taró Sea Fog Disrupts Málaga Flights

A sudden blanket of 'taró' sea fog swept across Málaga's coastline, causing flight cancellations at AGP Airport and dropping coastal visibility.