Vélez-Málaga
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Almáchar to Give Away Over 4,000 Litres of Free Ajoblanco at Annual Festival
On September 5, 2026, Almáchar will host its 56th Fiesta del Ajoblanco, offering more than 4,000 litres of this traditional cold soup for free. The event features tastings, workshops, flamenco, and a shuttle service from Torre del Mar, drawing visitors to one of Málaga’s oldest food festivals.
First Female Gravedigger Hired in Vélez-Málaga After Storm Forces Career Change
Patricia Serrano, 34, becomes Vélez-Málaga’s first female gravedigger. After a storm destroyed her nursery near Madrid, she found a new path in cemetery work. Her story highlights a rare career move in Spain.
Andalusian Project Turns Traditional Bata Into Symbol of Rural Women's Pride
La Pregonera, a digital venture from Jaén, reinvents the classic bata as a badge of dignity for rural Andalusian women. The project blends fashion, technology and oral history, spotlighting a generation often overlooked by the industry.
Málaga Prosecutors Probe Hospital Over Use of Expired Lab Reagents
Prosecutors in Málaga are investigating claims that a public hospital in Axarquía used expired reagents in lab tests. The case began after a union complaint and could affect thousands of patients. Authorities have already submitted documents to the court.
Population Boom and Investment Shortfall: Why Malaga's Roads Are Gridlocked
Traffic Jams Paralyze Costa del Sol: Transport Crisis Puts Region’s Future at Risk. The Costa del Sol coastline is grappling with chronic traffic congestion due to rapid population growth and a lack of transport investment. This situation impacts both the local economy and daily life. Authorities and experts are urging immediate action to resolve the crisis.