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Unicaja’s Olek Balcerowski Nears Barcelona Transfer
Polish center Olek Balcerowski is on the verge of leaving Unicaja Baloncesto for FC Barcelona in a major summer transfer deal.…
Málaga Heatwave: Yellow Alert with 43ºC Interior Highs
Málaga faces its third major heatwave of summer 2026, with interior temperatures soaring to 43ºC and coastal areas under yellow alerts. Here is how to stay safe.…
Málaga Bans New Hotels and Tourist Flats for 3 Years
Málaga has approved a groundbreaking three-year moratorium on new hotels and tourist apartments in residential areas, reshaping the city’s property market.…
Málaga Metro Posts Record €49 Million Profit in 2025
Málaga’s metro concessionaire closed the 2025 fiscal year with a record €49.1 million in net profits, fueled by surging ridership following its historic city center expansion.…
Málaga Installs 20 New Public Fountains to Fight Heat
Málaga City Council is adding 20 new drinking water fountains across all 11 districts to provide vital hydration for locals and visitors during the July heat.…
Málaga CF Finalizes Deal for Local Winger Juan Cruz
Málaga CF is securing the return of academy graduate Juan Cruz, marking a major homecoming for the 2026/2027 season at La Rosaleda.…
Málaga Rental Crisis: 90 Applicants Compete per Flat
Securing a long-term rental in Málaga has become an extreme challenge in 2026, with an average of nearly 90 prospective tenants competing for every single listed apartment.…
Tikehau Capital Plans 259-Room Hotel Near FYCMA
French investment firm Tikehau Capital targets Malaga’s booming business tourism sector with a massive 259-room hotel next to the congress center.…
Malaga World Cup 2030 Withdrawal: A Blessing in Disguise
Exactly one year after Malaga withdrew its bid to host the 2030 World Cup, we look at how this bold move saved the city from massive debt and paved the way for sustainable local gr…
Árchez Wildfire Stabilized: Residents Return Home
A forest fire in Árchez, Axarquía, has been stabilized after prompting the evacuation of 162 residents. Evacuation and confinement orders are now lifted.…
Malaga Airport Direct Flights Reach Record 163 Cities
Malaga Airport is more connected than ever in 2026, with 65 airlines operating direct flights to 163 destinations worldwide, boosting its appeal for expats and remote workers.…
Estepona Starts Work on New Velodrome and Rugby Field
Estepona has officially broken ground on a major new sports complex featuring the town’s first rugby pitch, an 11-a-side football field, and a professional velodrome.…