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Mallorca’s American dream PALMA is looking across the Atlantic as it launches a new campaign aimed at attracting more American tourists to Mallorca in 2027. The Fundació Turisme Palma 365 has approved a €208,120 contract for a promotional campaign targeting travel professionals in the United States. Events will be held in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Chicago and New York this autumn, with two further cities also set to be chosen. Around 120 American travel agents are expected to participate in the campaign, which will focus on professionals already showing an interest in Palma and who could help promote holidays in the Balearic capital. The initiative will finish with an event in New York early next year, bringing US travel agents together with representatives from Palma’s tourism industry. The aim is to strengthen relationships and encourage more bookings to the city. The American market has become increasingly important for Mallorca in recent years, helped

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€208,120 campaign aimed at attracting more American tourists to Mallorca

by improved air connections. United Airlines’ direct Palma-New York service has proved popular since launching in 2022, with the airline increasing capacity and using larger aircraft on the route. Mallorca also benefits from Air Canada’s direct service from Montreal, giving American trav-

ellers another option through connections across North America. Palma tourism chief Pedro Homar said the strategy was already producing positive results and argued there was no reason to stop the push. The latest campaign reflects Palma’s wider ambition to diversify its tourism markets and attract

visitors who can contribute to the city’s economy beyond the busiest European summer markets. With the US campaign now taking shape, Palma will be hoping its pitch to American travellers translates into more bookings, longer stays and greater visibility for the Mallorcan capital ahead of the 2027 season.

Love Island stars wed Molly Smith and Tom Clare marry at iconic Son Marroig LOVE ISLAND stars Molly Smith and Tom Clare have chosen Mallorca for a spectacular wedding celebration. The couple, who met on Love Island: All Stars in 2024 and won the series, had already completed their legal marriage ceremony in the UK. Celebrating in Mallorca let them share the occasion with many more guests. And what better place than the original love island destination itself? The ceremony took place at the stunning Son Marroig between Deia and Valldemossa. Molly wore an elaborate embroidered strapless bridal gown and long veil, while Tom opted for a white

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Newlyweds celebrate.

dinner jacket and black bow tie. Fellow Islanders including Sophie Piper, Joshua Ritchie and Mitch Taylor also attended, with Casey O’Gorman serving as best man. The celebrations continued the following day at Suculenta in Port de Soller, where guests enjoyed a Mediterranean-inspired feast. The glamorous wedding delivered an unforgettable dose of sun, luxury, and romance for the newlyweds.

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A-LIST star Adrien Brody has been spotted enjoying a relaxed Mallorca outing with two figures from Spain’s cultural and sporting worlds. The Oscar-winning actor was photographed at Palma’s Mercat de l’Olivar alongside artist Domingo Zapata and bullfighter Cayetano Rivera, where the trio explored market stalls and stopped to sample local food. Their visit brought a touch of Hollywood glamour to Palma’s markets, with the group taking their time over the food on offer before continuing their day. Brody has a long-standing connection with Rivera. The pair became friends nearly two decades ago when Brody was preparing to play legendary Spanish matador Manolete in the film of the same name.

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Taking place Friday, September 4, at Cafe Aspas Magatzem.

Adrien Brody enjoyed a trip to Mallorca’s iconic Mercat de l’Olivar.

As part of his preparation for the role, Brody spent time in Spain training with Rivera and veteran bullfighter Juan Antonio Ruiz ‘Espartaco’. The experience gave the actor a close introduction to the world of bullfighting and Spanish life. His friendship with Zapata also stretches back years, with the Mallorca-based artist and Brody sharing

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Emergency action after entering drought alert.

a strong interest in the arts. The group’s Palma appearance was not limited to the market. They later continued their outing in Sa Pobla, where they met friends and enjoyed more fare. For Brody, the visit offered a more informal side to his Mallorca stay recently on the island, far removed from the red carpets and film premieres.

MANACOR has introduced emergency water-saving measures after entering drought alert, with local authorities urging residents and businesses to reduce consumption as reserves come under increasing pressure. The new restrictions are designed to preserve drinking water supplies during one of the driest periods of the year.

CANCER SUPPORT MALLORCA is inviting patients, volunteers, friends and supporters to come together at its next community meetup. The group’s September gathering will provide an informal opportunity for people affected by cancer, as well as those supporting its work, to meet, catch up and make new connections. The meetup will take place on Friday, September 4, from 10.30am at Cafe Aspas Magatzem on Calle General Riera 158 in Palma. Organisers are encouraging everyone connected with Cancer Support Mallorca to come along, whether they are regular members of the group or attending for the first time. The event is designed as a relaxed social occasion, giving people the chance

Water restrictions Limits have been placed on non-essential water use, including activities such as filling swimming pools, watering gardens and washing vehicles.

to spend time together outside of the more formal aspects of cancer support. Cancer Support Mallorca provides a community for people affected by cancer on the island, bringing together those receiving support with volunteers and others who want to help. There is no suggestion that attendees need to have a particular role within the organisation, with the invitation specifically welcoming patients, volunteers, friends, supporters and collaborators. Those attending should note that food and drinks are not provided as part of the event. The organisers are now encouraging members of the wider community to join them for the September gathering and enjoy a morning of conversation and connection. The town hall said the measures are intended to protect water resources and avoid more severe restrictions if dry conditions continue. Residents are being encouraged to use water responsibly. Manacor joins a growing number of municipalities across Mallorca taking action, with authorities warning that conservation efforts are essential to safeguard supplies.

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Electricity bills soar

Having your say Registering local resident votes

Air conditioning units working overtime.

ified households should also apply for the social discount scheme, which reduces bills by 25 to 40 per cent. Running high-consumption appliances during off-peak hours, such as

weekends or between midnight and 8 am, offers further savings. The consumer group continues to press the government to reform the pricing system for nuclear and hydro power.

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CONSUMER WARNING ISSUED HOUSEHOLDS in Spain on the regulated PVPC electricity tariff face a sharp cost increase in August. Consumer group FACUA calculates that the average bill will reach €101.23 if rates from the first half of August remain steady. This marks the first time an August bill has exceeded €100 since 2022, when the typical monthly charge reached €158.30. By comparison, last August saw an average bill of €80.71. The projected total represents an 8.1 per cent increase from July, which was previously the most expensive month of the year at €93.65. Prices in the first fortnight of August are 17.3 per cent higher than during the same period in 2025. FACUA bases its calculations on a household consuming 366 kWh monthly with 4.4 kW of contracted power. Off-peak rates alone have risen by more than a third year-on-year. To lower costs, FACUA advises residents to review their contracted power levels. Seven out of 10 Spanish homes pay for unnecessary capacity. Reducing excess kilowatts is free and can yield immediate savings. Qual-

Don’t be late for casting a vote.

EXPATRIATE residents must prepare if they wish to vote in the upcoming local elections on May 23, 2027. Under the post-Brexit bilateral agreement between the United Kingdom and Spain, UK nationals with three years of continuous legal residence can participate in municipal votes. To qualify, applicants must be at least 18 years old on polling day, hold a valid TIE or residence permit, and appear on the local municipal register (padrón). Non-Spanish citizens remain excluded from regional and national elections. Registration for the foreign residents’ electoral census opens on December 1 and closes on January 15. Electoral authorities do not send automatic reminder letters. Voters should apply in person at their local town hall. Applicants need to present a valid passport, TIE, current padrón certificate, and documentation proving three years of residence. Applying early avoids processing delays. Missing the January deadline removes the opportunity to vote until the subsequent election cycle in 2031. Further details and verification tools are available on the Instituto Nacional de Estadística electronic portal and the Ministerio del Interior electoral pages. Credit: ahmad magdi / Shutterstock.com

Back to school bites PARENTS RETHINK SPENDING FAMILIES in Spain face an average back-toschool bill of a huge €505 per child in 2026, placing Spain among Europe’s most expensive countries for school equipment. Research by Idealo puts this year’s cost about 1 per cent higher than in 2025 and 19 per cent above 2022. Textbooks make up the largest share, while some everyday items have also become more expensive. Backpack prices have risen 11.25 per cent in a year and stationery by 5.26 per cent. Not everything costs more. Tracksuits are about 19 per cent cheaper, falling from roughly €26 to €21, while sports footwear has dropped by around 9 per cent. The rising bill is also causing debate over whether children really need new equipment

every year. A new uniform or pair of shoes may be necessary as children grow, but parents are increasingly questioning the pressure to replace perfectly usable bags, lunch boxes and stationery. Idealo advises families to check what they already have, distinguish essentials from wants, compare prices and consider second-hand textbooks, uniforms and equipment. Parents remain divided. Some see new school items as an important childhood tradition, while others say replacing good-quality belongings is wasteful. Some suggest children should pay for non-essential purchases themselves, turning the annual school shop into a lesson in budgeting.

Fresh back to school bits.

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RENTING a room in a shared flat in Palma has become significantly more expensive, with prices rising by 22 per cent over the past year to an average of €550 a month. The latest figures from property platform idealista show that the Balearic capital recorded the second-largest annual increase in room rents among Spain’s provincial capitals, behind only Ceuta. The jump is particularly striking compared with the national picture. Across Spain, the average cost of renting a room increased by just 1 per cent over the same period, reaching €425 a month. Palma is now tied with Madrid as the second-most expensive capital for room rentals, with only Barcelona recording a higher average at €600. At €550, a room in Palma costs €125 more than the national average, highlighting the growing pressure on people looking for more affordable housing options. ONE of the Mediterranean’s most eye-catching superyachts has arrived off the coast of Mallorca, attracting attention from locals and holidaymakers. The Seven Seas,

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Prices have risen by 22 per cent over the past year.

The squeeze is also being felt through reduced availability. The number of rooms advertised in Palma fell by 22 per cent year-onyear during the second quarter. That compares with a 12 per cent increase in room supply across Spain, making the situa-

tion in Palma particularly challenging for renters. Nationally, competition has also intensified, with the number of people interested in each available room increasing by 12 per cent compared with the second quarter of 2025.

Spielberg yacht arrives owned by Hollywood director Steven Spielberg, was spotted anchored in the turquoise waters of Sa Calobra on the island’s dramatic west coast. The luxury vessel is estimated to be worth around €215 million, while Spielberg’s fortune is believed to exceed €6 billion, making him one of the wealthiest figures in the entertainment industry. The yacht is packed with luxury features,

including a private cinema, a large swimming pool that can be converted into an entertainment space or helipad, an exclusive owner’s deck and a beach club

A jaw-dropping vessel.

offering direct access to the sea. Mallorca remains one of the Mediterranean’s top destinations for superyachts each summer, with celebrities, billionaires and business leaders regularly dropping anchor in its secluded bays. Sa Calobra is a favourite stop thanks to its crystal-clear waters, dramatic cliffs and stunning mountain backdrop. The arrival of Seven Seas is the latest in a string of high-profile yacht visits to the island this season. Visitors have been gathering to admire the impressive vessel from the shoreline and passing boats, adding another touch of Hollywood glamour to Mallorca’s coastline during the busy summer months.

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A HIGHLY unusual marine visitor has been filmed swimming off the coast of Palma, with the sighting of a rare green turtle attracting attention in Mallorca. The turtle, identified as a green turtle (Chelonia mydas), was captured on camera by Luis Delgado while swimming freely in the waters off the popular resort. The unexpected encounter was shared on Instagram, where Delgado described his surprise at coming across the animal. Green turtles are among the largest species of sea turtle and are generally associated with tropical and subtropical waters. Although they can be found in parts of the Mediterranean, they are much more commonly encountered in the eastern Mediterranean, making sightings in the western part of the sea unusual.

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Rare turtle spotted High-speed pursuit

Stolen high-speed boat shunted by police.

Swimming in Mallorca waters.

The appearance of the turtle off Mallorca is therefore considered particularly noteworthy, given how infrequently the species is recorded around the island. The green turtle’s name does not refer to the colour of its shell. Instead, it comes from the

distinctive greenish colour of the fat and tissue beneath the shell. The sighting also provides a striking reminder of the marine wildlife that can be found around Mallorca, even in waters close to some of the island’s busiest tourist resorts.

A 52-YEAR-OLD Eastern European man faces serious charges after allegedly stealing a luxury charter boat worth more than €1 million from Port de Soller, leading officers on a high-speed pursuit. Emergency services received a call on Sunday, August 23, when a charter company reported its vessel missing from the Mallorcan harbour. Tracking data provided by the firm revealed the craft was travelling towards Ibiza with a man and a woman on board. The Guardia Civil launched a major response, deploying a helicopter and two patrol boats. Officers located the vessel near the islet of Tagomago. The skipper ignored repeated radio orders to cut the

engines, prompting a 30-minute pursuit. During the chase, the suspect executed dangerous evasive manoeuvres and attempted to ram police vessels. The suspect eventually halted the boat, allowing officers to board and make an arrest near Tagomago. Police detained the man on suspicion of vessel theft, assault against authority officers, and disobedience. He remains in custody pending a court appearance. The woman’s role in the incident remains under investigation. Port de Soller is a popular location for yacht charters on the north-west coast of Mallorca. While incidents of this scale are rare, maritime units maintain constant patrols.

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SWIMMERS will take the plunge off Mallorca as one of the island’s best-loved open-water challenges returns for its 23rd edition. The XXIII Sa Milla will take place on Saturday, August 29, bringing competitors together for a 1,852-metre swim from Club Nàutic S’Arenal to Cala Blava. Covering exactly one nautical mile, the popular event combines competition with a charitable cause, with money raised through registrations this year going to ELA Balears, which supports people affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and their families. The first swimmers will enter the water at 9.30am, with different age categories setting off in stages. The event welcomes a remarkably broad range of par-

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Popular event combines competition with a charitable cause.

ticipants, from youngsters aged 14 and under to swimmers aged 85 and over. Competitors will have one hour and 15 minutes to complete the Mediterranean course, with support boats positioned along the route. Medical assistance and refreshments will also be available. Trophies will be presented to the overall

male and female winners, while medals will go to the top three swimmers in each age category. The youngest and oldest competitors to complete the course will also receive special recognition. Registration costs €20 and closes at 11.59pm on Friday, August 28, with no entries accepted on the day.

HOLIDAYMAKERS and residents were caught off guard as meteotsunamis hit parts of Mallorca, with unusual sea surges reported in Alcudia, Soller and Andratx. British holidaymaker Stephen Looney, 39, was on the beach in Alcudia with his wife and two daughters when the water began repeatedly pushing further up the shore. Speaking to Euro Weekly News, Stephen said: “It never got higher than ankle height, but just kept on coming. We grabbed the kids and ran back to the hotel.” The family quickly left the beach as the water continued to advance, despite the surge remaining relatively shallow. Similar meteotsunami activity was reported in other parts of the island, including Soller and Andratx, with the unusual

sea movements surprising residents, tourists and businesses along the coast. Meteotsunamis are caused by atmospheric disturbances, particularly sudden changes in air pressure, which can generate waves in the sea. These waves may become amplified as they reach shallower coastal waters, causing sea levels to rise or fall unexpectedly. For beachgoers, the sudden changes can be unsettling, particularly when water repeatedly moves further inland. The incidents also raised concerns for coastal businesses during Mallorca’s busy summer season, including beach bars, restaurants and watersports operators. The unusual events provided a dramatic reminder that Mallorca’s seemingly calm summer waters can change rapidly.

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A MAN posed as a corrupt Guardia Civil officer with the power to fix judicial property auctions, stealing more than €135,000 from three women he met on Facebook, Spanish police said. The 53-year-old, who has previous convictions and no genuine ties to the Guardia Civil, built close relationships with the women before offering to secure specific homes, cars and other property from court auctions in their favour, in exchange for cash. He carried a backpack bearing the Guardia Civil’s emblem, showed photographs of himself in uniform and held a fake badge to convince his victims, along with four mobile phones and six SIM cards to carry out his scams. The first victim paid €45,000 in August

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Fake officer’s €135k scam Lion spotted in Spain

Lions in the centre of Spain?

The man told the woman he was a Guardia Civil officer willing to bend the rules for money.

2024 to secure a property, the second more than €43,000 plus gift cards in August 2025, and the third €47,000 in July 2026 for a van and auction properties. Each time, once the money changed hands, he claimed to receive a phone call and vanished. Officers finally ar-

rested him on Monday, August 10, as he stepped off a train from Murcia at ChamartínClara Campoamor station in Madrid, recovering just over €6,000 in cash. He has since been charged with fraud and embezzlement and has appeared before a judge.

THE Guardia Civil has launched a major search operation in central Spain after a delivery driver reported seeing a lion beside a mountain road. The alarm was raised on Wednesday, August 19, when a call to the 112 emergency service placed the big cat near the Convento del Piélago on the TO-1375 road, between El Real de San Vicente and Navamorcuende. Spain’s nature protection unit, SEPRONA, is leading the search across the Sierra de San Vicente mountains in Toledo. Officers are using foot patrols, a helicopter from Madrid, and drones to sweep the rural terrain. Checks at the local Zoo Safari Fauna Aventura in Hinojosa de San Vicente and facilities

across Madrid have yielded no reports of missing animals. Authorities continue to inspect private holdings, leaving investigators to determine whether the sighting was a case of mistaken identity or an unregistered captive animal. Town halls in surrounding villages have warned residents to take precautions. Officials advise members of the public to avoid searching for the creature and to contact emergency services immediately if they spot anything unusual. Until the search concludes, local walkers are being urged to remain vigilant. Exotic wildlife is everything a holidaymaker in Spain hopes to see. But, not this!

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A SOCIAL media video from El Faro de Cadiz has sparked debate over whether dogs should be welcomed at restaurant tables. Footage shows a dog being welcomed at a table, with staff offering it water. El Faro says: “Here, the whole family sits at the table.” Customers must provide their dog’s weight when booking. The policy has been in place for four years. Supporters welcomed a chance to include pets in family meals. One customer, who has spent 25 summers in Cadiz, said they would return with their dog at a later date. Others praised El Faro. Critics raised concerns over hygiene, allergies and fear of dogs. One regular said eating beside animals was not hygienic and would no longer visit. A further commenter objected to

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Doggy dining debate TikTok changes travel

Dogs dining.

staff serving food after touching an animal. El Faro said guests with allergies or phobias should mention them when booking. Management said the video was filmed while the restaurant was closed and hygiene procedures were followed. Spain’s Animal Welfare Law does not require restaurants to admit

dogs. Article 29 allows them in customer areas if they pose no risk and stay out of kitchens and food-handling spaces. Businesses banning animals must display a visible notice. The debate leaves diners to decide: is a dog-friendly table a warm welcome or a step too far?

SHORT - FORM videos are changing how younger travellers choose holidays, with Spain’s food, festivals, landscapes and historic towns providing plenty of inspiration. A TUI Musement study found that 48 per cent of Gen Z participants cited TikTok as a travel inspiration source, compared with 43 per cent who relied on family and friends. Appinio carried out the research among participants in Spain, Italy and the UK. Search engines remained a leading source overall, cited by 42 per cent of those surveyed. Viral posts are also influencing bookings. Some 43 per cent of participants said they had booked a trip or activity after seeing viral content. The figure rose to 50 per cent among Gen Z and 52 per cent among millennials. Influencers affected the choices of 43 per cent, while 27 per cent said a creator had persuaded them to change destination. Spain’s tourism website is using social media to encourage visitors to explore regional traditions, villages, heritage sites and slower travel experiences. Ideas include local recipes, grape harvesting, roasted chestnuts, countryside walks, thermal bathing and mountain trips. A TOURIST sightseeing train in Toledo began moving without a driver or passengers, hitting a 44-year-old Italian visitor before crashing into a wall beside the Alcazar. The incident happened at around 2.45pm on Saturday, August 22, when the train unexpectedly rolled away from its usual stop on the Cuesta de Capuchinos. The tourist was struck as the vehicle travelled downhill and suffered an open injury to one arm. Emergency crews took him to Toledo University Hospital, where his condition was reported as stable. No other injuries were reported. The train continued towards Calle Unión before colliding with the wall separating the road from the Alcazar gardens. The impact left the front of the locomotive suspended over the drop, requiring police, firefight-

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TikTok is changing how Gen Z travel.

Nearly four in 10 participants had visited an attraction mainly to take a photo or record a video, while 73 per cent shared travel content at least occasionally. Pressure to create an exciting online image was reported by 37 per cent rising to 45 per cent among Gen Z. For expatriates, the trend offers fresh ideas for day trips and weekend breaks.

Ghost train

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The train had no driver.

ers and heavy lifting equipment to secure and remove it. Authorities have launched an investigation into why the vehicle began moving. A possible technical or brake failure is among the initial lines of investigation. The train normally carries visitors around Toledo’s historic centre, passing landmarks includ-

ing the Puerta de Bisagra, Puerta del Sol and San Martín Bridge. Investigators are now examining whether a mechanical or electrical fault, or another problem, allowed the train to leave its stopping position without anyone controlling it. The vehicle has been removed for examination while the investigation continues.

SCENE Nits de Bellver season finale on Saturday, August 29. the ‘Titan’, alongside the Adagio from his unfinished Symphony No.10. The First Symphony captures the ambition and energy of the composer’s younger years, while the Adagio offers a striking contrast. Written towards the end of Mahler’s life, it formed part of the symphony he was unable to complete before his death in 1911. The concert will bring the

curtain down on the third edition of Nits a Bellver, which has transformed the hilltop castle into an openair cultural venue throughout the summer. Tickets cost €25 for the arcades, €30 for the central courtyard and €40 for the first floor, offering music lovers one final chance to experience Bellver Castle under the stars this summer.

Vintage gems VINTAGE lovers in Mallorca have a chance to hunt for unique finds this weekend as the Molino Market returns to Manacor. The intimate second-hand event will take place on Saturday, August 29, offering shoppers the chance to browse preloved fashion, designer pieces and carefully selected vintage homeware. Unlike a traditional street market, the Molino Market is being held at a private home, creating a more relaxed and personal setting for visitors looking to pick up something different. The event runs from 10am until 2pm and is free to attend, although there is an important detail for anyone planning to go: the exact address is being kept secret. Those who want to visit are asked to send a direct message to @aldente_ or @ milaisabelle on Instagram to receive the location. There will also be treats available during

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ONE of Palma’s most atmospheric summer concert series is preparing for a spectacular finale, with the music of Gustav Mahler set to fill the historic courtyard of Bellver Castle. Nits a Bellver will draw to a close on Saturday, August 29, when the Orquestra de Cambra de Mallorca performs La Primera de Mahler beneath the stars. Beginning at 9pm, the concert will bring together two works from opposite ends of the celebrated composer’s career, promising an emotional finale to a summer of live performances at the 14th-century castle. Conducted by Bernat Quetglas, the orchestra will perform Mahler’s Symphony No.1, widely known as

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Spectacular finale

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Held at a secret location in Manacor. the morning, giving shoppers the chance to take a break and enjoy the social side of the event. Fitting rooms will be available, while shoppers should remember that purchases are cash-only. With a focus on giving clothes and beautiful objects another life, the market offers an alternative to conventional shopping and could prove particularly appealing to anyone searching for vintage pieces with a story. For bargain hunters and vintage fans, it could be a worthwhile Saturday morning trip to Manacor.

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Virus detection closes zoo

LEAPY LEE - SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT

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Car takes charge

MY friend Barry arrived for lunch recently looking extremely pleased with himself. He is now the proud owner of a brand new and positively gleaming, all-electric motor car, or, as I prefer to call it, a computer on wheels. Apparently, it has something called ‘one-pedal driving.’ You press the accelerator to go forward, but when you take your foot off, the car starts braking. This sounds clever, but I have spent my entire life believing that one pedal makes you go and another makes you stop. At my age, I don’t want the car suddenly changing the rules. It also has designer lighting, heated seats and panels that warm your backside. It can recognise road signs, keep itself in the correct lane and tell him when he is too close to the car in front. In other words, it has become his wife! The car has cameras looking in every direction and can apparently park itself. Barry simply presses a button, takes his hands off the wheel and watches while the car glides neatly into a space. Very impressive, but what happens when it decides it prefers another space? You could press ‘Park’ outside Eroski and find yourself being driven into the garden centre next door. These things now respond to voice commands too. You can ask for directions, change the music or adjust the temperature without lifting a finger. Soon it will be answering back. The whole thing reminds me of Wallace

and Gromit’s Wrong Trousers. Everything works beautifully until the machinery develops a mind of its own. Imagine being trapped in your heated seat while the car announces, ‘I have reviewed your driving history and decided you are no longer qualified.’ Then we come to charging it. Barry tells me a public fast charger can give him another 40 or 50 kilometres in about half an hour. That’s fine, providing you can find one that is free and working. But what happens 50 miles later when there isn’t another charging point? Do you carry an enormously long extension lead and knock on somebody’s door? ‘Excuse me, madam. Could I plug my car into your bedroom for a couple of hours?’ Some drivers, I understand, go out late at night to charge it because there are fewer queues. When I was younger, men crept out after dark for romance, gambling or a secret drink. Now they sneak off at midnight hoping to find an available socket. I admit the car is beautiful, quiet, economical and astonishingly clever. But I’ll stick with my ordinary car for the moment. It may not park itself or warm my bottom, but at least it still goes where I tell it. On reflection, Barry hasn’t bought a car, he’s accidentally married one. Just jiving ya Barry, love the colour. Keep the faith. Love Leapy. Leapylee2002@gmail.com

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Two birds died from West Nile Virus.

JEREZ’S zoo was closed preventatively on August 19, following the deaths of an elderly golden eagle and a cassowary. Both birds tested positive for West Nile virus. Animal Protection delegate Carmen Pina described the cases as isolated and confirmed that response measures are being closely coordinated alongside the Junta de Andalucia’s agriculture and health authorities. Currently, no other animals at the facility have tested positive. Surveillance remains active, including routine monitoring of sentinel geese, which tested negative in recent sampling. The virus is primarily transmitted through mosquito bites. Because infected birds do not pose a direct transmission risk to zoo visitors, public health measures are focusing on mosquito control rather than direct animal contact. Following the positive cases, regional authorities declared Jerez an alert area for West Nile fever from August 19, until September 16. The city will remain under a high-risk classification, with joint response plans targeting mosquito larvae and adult populations. The zoo remains closed while health and veterinary responses continue.

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charities, community organisations and government bodies Linda manages our Need to Talk programme, as well as overseeing volunteer training and support. Suzanne, our nutritionist and counsellor, provides specialist nutritional advice and counselling, working alongside our wider team of counsellors who provide emotional and psychological support to patients and carers. Anita makes a huge contribution through her fundraising efforts, helping us raise the vital

funds needed to continue our work. Barbra, our PR expert, helps us communicate our work and raise awareness of CSG within the community. We are also delighted to have Pete and Yuri as our newest committee members. They bring fresh ideas, skills and perspectives to the team. Although Iris and Jenny have stepped down from their formal committee positions, they remain Honorary Committee Members and continue to play an important role wi-

thin CSG. Iris, together with Hilary, does a fantastic job at our drop-in centres, providing patients with a friendly face and a welcoming place to find support. Jenny continues to help with phone calls and paperwork on behalf of our many members. Damaris provides advice and support around the benefits of exercise and helps us deliver cancer awareness talks, while Harriet provides valuable support to patients in the north of the island and

contributes massively to our fundraising efforts. And of course, none of this would be possible without our amazing team of volunteers. They give their time generously to support patients, help at drop-in centres and events, provide practical assistance and Buddy support, and champion the work of CSG throughout Mallorca. Together, our committee, coordinator, counsellors and volunteers make Cancer Support Mallorca what it is: a caring, committed community.

Please contact us on +34 659 887 455 or check our website www.cancersupportmallorca.com to find out the different ways we can offer you support.

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Fresh food is a major focus.

for fresh products. Mercadona says the redesigned stores can cut energy consumption by up to 10 per cent and water use by up to 40 per cent. New refrigeration technology, including Aerofoil systems and CO2 refrigerants, is also being introduced. Customers will also notice smaller changes, including rest areas. The Guadalajara supermarket has 18 chairs.

Mercadona plans to have around 60 Tienda 9 stores operating by the end of 2026, before continuing the rollout across Spain until 2033. The first Madrid-region store opened in Valdemoro following a €6 million investment. For shoppers, the eventual changes will mean redesigned layouts, more fresh-food space and new technology as the format spreads across the country.

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Madrid’s iconic celebrity café’s celebrity guests! FOR three generations, Tom Burns Marañón’s family treated Madrid’s Café Gijón as a cornerstone of public life. Founded in 1888, the Gijón survived wars, riots and dictatorship, only to succumb to modern property deals. Its recent closure - to be reopened as just another “tourist” restaurant - marked the end of Madrid’s last historic literary café. The loss sent shockwaves through the city. El País mourned the “evaporation of a century of coffee-scented debate” and “another nail in the coffin of old Madrid.” Located on the Paseo de Recoletos, the Gijón was defined by its austerity: linen cloths, no music and brisk service. It was a neutral ground where literary giants like Galdós and Valle-Inclán argued, and where Franco-era dissidents debated under the watch-

ful eyes of the police. From Orson Welles’s and Ava Gardner’s visits to Antonio Banderas’s chance meeting with director Pedro Almodóvar who famously helped launch his film career, the café was a stage for history. No one went for the food. They went for coffee, brandy - and destiny. As Francisco Umbral noted, there was one door in and several ways out: glory, failure, despair. When Alfonso the anarchist cigarette seller died, he was replaced not by a man, but by a photograph. Madrid still has cafés - but its legendary “literary gossip shops”, where writers were made over coffee or brandy, are slipping quietly into memory. Thanks for emails to my website below. Delighted you enjoy my novels too!

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MERCADONA is beginning a major redesign of its supermarkets that will bring more space for fresh food, new layouts and lower energy and water consumption, with €3.7 billion being invested in the transformation until 2033. The latest Tienda 9 opened in Guadalajara after a €2.9 million refurbishment of the Calle Capitán Arenas store. The 1,596-square-metre supermarket is the first of its kind in Castilla-La Mancha. The new format changes how stores are organised, moving away from separate business sections towards a process-based system intended to reduce unnecessary movement for employees and make shopping easier. Fresh food is a major focus. A new Obrador Central brings preparation, cooking and packaging together, freeing more shop-floor space

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nuance, two things this film lacks. The characters look and act the part, but nostalgia only takes this film so far.

Furious

FURIOUS follows two fascinating female characters: a serial killer hunting rich and morally corrupt men, and the FBI agent hunting her. During the course of the investigation, Agent Alice Black soon realises her and the killer’s path may be diverging, drawing them together and blurring the line between right and wrong. Dark and gritty, the series relies on tropes and clichés, but despite its similarity

to other popular series, it manages to still be a harrowing story of its own.

FINANCE Bond yields

EUROPEAN bond yields surged to multi-year highs as the Iran war drove oil prices higher, intensifying inflation fears. France’s 10year yield reached a 17-year high, while Germany’s hit its highest since 2011. Investors are increasingly concerned that persistent inflation, rising government borrowing and geopolitical uncertainty could keep interest rates elevated.

Meta trial

META, Facebook and Instagram’s parent company, is facing a €1.2 trillion fine after a 29 US state coalition accused the company of manipulating networks to entrap children in its algorithm. Should Meta lose, in addition to the fine, they would have to redesign child safety measures across all sites.

Industrial growth

SPAIN’S industrial turnover rose 9.2 per cent year-onyear in June, extending its annual growth streak to four months. The increase was driven by petroleum refining, computer and telecommunications equipment, and electrical equipment manufacturing. However, monthly turnover fell 0.5 per cent from May.

Unlawful prices

CMA, THE UK’s watchdog, has launched investigations against Virgin Atlantic and Trainline. Both are accused of concealing mandatory charges that customers should be made aware. The move is part of a broader crackdown against misleading “tiered pricing.”

Klarna financing

KLARNA’S revenue rose 27 per cent in the second quarter, supported by more merchants, financing and paying subscribers. Gross merchandise volume increased 18 per cent, while financing gross merchandise volumes surged 82 per cent.

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2.9 %

The euro area annual inflation rate was 2.9 per cent in July 2026, up from 2.8 per cent in June, according to Eurostat.

Young people at home YOUNG people across Europe are finding it harder to build independent lives, but nowhere has the situation deteriorated faster than in Spain. The share of Spaniards aged 18 to 34 who live independently without financial support from their families has fallen from 41 per cent in 2016 to just 31 per cent in 2025. Meanwhile, the European rate has remained broadly stable at around 50 per cent. The squeeze is particularly confusing because youth unemployment has fallen from almost 40 per cent in 2013 to 16 per cent, while temporary employment has dropped from 56 per cent in 2018 to 32 per cent. Yet rising housing costs are swallowing up those gains. The property market explains why grown adults are struggling to strike out on their own. The average first-time buyer in Europe is 31.3 years old. This matters because buying

Cost of living means adults still live at home with their parents.

a first home is often a major step towards financial independence. If young Spaniards are struggling even to leave the family home, reaching the property ladder can be pushed further out of reach. With rents and house prices rising, employment improvements alone are proving insufficient to help a generation establish homes and financial security

Wheat wars EACH month the food bill increases. The US-Israel war in the Middle East is largely responsible, with the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz driving oil prices. However, Russia’s escalating war in Ukraine is set to worsen food inflation. Ukraine is one of the world’s most important producers and exporters of wheat and grain. In 2025, Ukraine’s total grain production reached 60 million tonnes, but Russia’s contin-

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ued assault could shrink this year’s harvest, cutting a large portion of Ukraine’s GDP and inflating global food prices. Global food prices are expected to increase by 11.8 per cent in 2026 and 4.8 per cent in 2027, according to Oxford Economics. Wheat-based products will likely bear the brunt of the price hike, pushing up relatively cheap shelf staples like bread and pasta.

of its own. The pressure is particularly clear in the housing market. Property prices rose 9.5 per cent in 2025, reaching €2,284 per square metre, while rents rose 6.8 per cent in July to €15.3 per square metre. For young people without family support, these costs make both renting and buying increasingly difficult. Credit: BearFotos / Shutterstock

Wars and extreme weather force food prices sky-high.

Extreme heatwaves and severe droughts across Europe have compounded the issue, dropping the combined EU-UK harvest forecast to 286.6 million tonnes.

Pre-owned

CEO salary

Ice-cream sales

IKEA is stepping into the second-hand retail space, setting up a new site to rival eBay and Vinted. The resurgence of vintage clothing trends, a focus on sustainability, and money-saving habits has led to a thriving second-hand industry, which is currently valued at approximately €209.28 billion. Ikea’s platform will allow customers to buy and sell preowned Ikea items. Customers can trade for cash or be paid 15 per cent extra with an Ikea gift card.

THE average salary for a median Tesla employee is approximately €49,320. A new AFL-CIO study reveals that, while serving as CEO, Elon Musk earned 2.5 million times that. In 2025, Tesla paid the world’s first trillionaire €136 billion, an unprecedented amount even among the world’s elite. Excluding Musk, the average CEO salary in 2025 was €19.8 million, up from €16.2 million the year before, jumping to a 312 to 1 ratio. These figures show a sharp increase in CEO salaries, but if Musk’s earnings were considered, the average would increase to €262.7 million.

THE EU’s ice-cream market is showing no signs of cooling down. The industry has faced challenges due to inflation, but a shift to plant-based, low-sugar and lactose-free options diversified production and helped keep the market steady. According to Eurostat, the EU produced 3.44 litres of ice-cream in 2025, a 1.9 per cent increase compared with 2024. Germany led production with 603 litres, but Spain wasn’t far behind in fourth place with 458 million litres. The European ice-cream market was valued at €20.1 billion in 2025. Research and Markets predict it will reach €29.4 billion by 2034.

HOUSEHOLD budgets are being squeezed tighter than ever. A recent Idealista study reveals rent consumes 39 per cent of the average Spanish family income. This percentage is highest in Malaga, where 58 per cent of the family income goes towards rent. Comparatively, only 29 per cent of the average income is needed for a mortgage. However, this doesn’t account for the deposit needed to obtain a mortgage, which many families can’t save due, in part, to high rental costs.

Oil rises again OIL prices have climbed 15 per cent since the start of August, with Brent crude rising above €78 a barrel and reaching its highest level since late July. The latest gains reflect mounting tensions in the Middle East, particularly after the expiry of the 60day US-Iran ceasefire. Concerns over potential disruption to oil supplies and shipping routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, have increased market volatility and pushed prices higher.

Consumer confidence ACCORDING to S&P Global UK, consumer sentiment dropped to 42.9 in August, down from the 43.4 fourmonth high in July. Job security amongst UK citizens also dropped to 45.6, the lowest level since April 2023. Consumer sentiment measures the overall health of the UK economy. Readings below 50 are considered negative. Despite visible economic growth, households still feel financially insecure, largely due to high levels of inflation and stagnating wages.

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3I Group.....................................2.919,00............2.940,00......... 2.911,00......... 148,53K Admiral Group.............................3.970,0..............3.994,0........... 3.968,0........... 17,15K Airtel Africa................................. 334,60...............335,00............328,60.......... 272,83K Anglo American...........................4.141,0..............4.149,0........... 4.071,0.......... 229,76K Antofagasta................................3.963,00............3.970,00......... 3.891,00........... 85,3K Associated British Foods.............2.063,0..............2.067,0........... 2.051,0........... 34,44K AstraZeneca...............................12.115,1............12.204,0......... 12.101,0......... 130,51K Auto Trader Group Plc................ 540,80...............547,60............539,80........... 113,5K Aviva........................................... 721,44...............722,40............716,60........... 335,9K B M European Value Retail.......... 236,60...............237,80............234,40.......... 114,31K BAE Systems..............................2.121,00............2.130,00......... 2.102,00......... 195,26K Barclays...................................... 492,15...............493,60............488,95............1,99M Barratt Redrow............................ 311,40...............314,50............310,20.......... 288,56K Beazley.......................................1.295,68............1.296,50......... 1.295,50.......... 79,09K Berkeley......................................3.542,0..............3.572,0........... 3.498,0............ 3,97K BP............................................... 545,40...............547,80............544,20............1,75M British American Tobacco...........4.127,0..............4.146,0........... 4.111,0.............112K BT Group.................................... 205,00...............206,00............204,50.......... 775,27K Bunzl...........................................2.778,3..............2.792,0........... 2.748,0........... 24,72K Centrica....................................... 153,40...............154,00............152,80.......... 477,48K Coca Cola HBC AG......................4.560,0..............4.564,0........... 4.536,0........... 19,86K Compass...................................... 31,04.................31,13..............30,95............ 71,66K ConvaTec Group......................... 225,60...............226,60............225,00.......... 267,02K Croda Intl....................................3.401,0..............3.440,0........... 3.392,0........... 76,71K DCC.............................................6.370,0..............6.375,0........... 6.365,0........... 23,36K Diageo.........................................1.737,7..............1.745,0........... 1.726,5.......... 415,63K Diploma.....................................7.295,00............7.300,00......... 7.200,00.......... 36,56K EasyJet........................................ 672,73...............675,00............671,80.......... 384,04K Entain.......................................... 541,50...............546,40............539,40.......... 114,65K Experian......................................2.943,0..............2.969,0........... 2.927,9........... 85,32K F&C Invest.................................. 338,80...............340,60............338,59.......... 181,01K Frasers........................................ 826,00...............830,00............822,00............ 6,84K Fresnillo.....................................3.196,05............3.253,70......... 3.181,00......... 118,52K Glencore...................................... 599,20...............601,00............595,90.............2,3M GSK plc......................................1.907,50............1.921,61......... 1.906,23......... 320,35K HALEON...................................... 363,20...............364,50............362,50.......... 779,18K Halma..........................................3.550,0..............3.564,0........... 3.498,0........... 71,69K Hikma Pharma...........................1.626,00............1.633,00......... 1.620,00.......... 24,32K Hiscox........................................1.812,00............1.815,05......... 1.792,00.......... 43,42K Howden Joinery.......................... 799,50...............801,00............794,50........... 60,03K HSBC.........................................1.515,00............1.518,20......... 1.504,20...........3,46M IAG.............................................. 427,00...............428,20............423,00.......... 781,12K ICG PLC.....................................2.018,00............2.024,00......... 2.012,00.......... 14,09K IMI PLC......................................3.069,65............3.070,00......... 3.038,00.............18K Imperial Brands..........................2.498,00............2.506,00......... 2.488,00........... 65,6K Informa....................................... 901,40...............902,60............892,80.......... 102,22K InterContinental........................... 160,7.................161,2..............159,9............. 8,92K Intertek........................................5.845,0..............5.847,5........... 5.840,0........... 88,36K

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J Sainsbury................................. 333,40...............334,71............332,70.......... 496,92K JD Sports Fashion........................ 84,74.................85,90..............84,52........... 772,28K Kingfisher.................................... 317,20...............321,80............316,40.......... 173,49K Land Securities........................... 691,50...............693,50............688,50.......... 189,92K Legal & General.......................... 284,06...............286,20............282,78............5,22M Lloyds Banking........................... 111,20...............111,55............110,85............5,43M London Stock Exchange..............8.660,0..............8.690,0........... 8.612,0........... 42,87K Londonmetric Property............... 193,40...............194,00............193,00.......... 342,68K M&G........................................... 348,10...............348,70............346,40.......... 283,04K Marks & Spencer........................ 383,70...............385,30............381,80.......... 153,36K Melrose Industries...................... 468,60...............468,90............465,50.......... 233,26K Mondi.......................................... 858,80...............867,60............852,40........... 48,26K National Grid..............................1.170,00............1.172,50......... 1.163,50......... 363,68K NatWest Group........................... 683,60...............686,20............681,00.......... 292,08K Next...........................................15.290,0............15.520,0......... 15.273,5........... 4,63K Pearson......................................1.208,00............1.208,00......... 1.197,50.......... 14,63K Pershing Square........................3.902,00............3.948,00......... 3.878,00.......... 11,83K Persimmon.................................1.146,5..............1.159,9........... 1.141,5........... 96,08K Prudential...................................1.032,77............1.035,50......... 1.029,00......... 204,85K Reckitt Benckiser........................5.152,0..............5.166,0........... 5.138,8........... 53,42K Relx............................................2.615,00............2.623,00......... 2.598,30......... 135,64K Rentokil....................................... 344,90...............345,20............342,00.......... 337,73K Rightmove.................................. 506,00...............513,60............505,20........... 79,43K Rio Tinto PLC..............................7.688,0..............7.708,0........... 7.625,0.......... 145,35K Rolls-Royce Holdings................1.514,80............1.515,80......... 1.497,80......... 507,83K Sage...........................................1.095,00............1.098,00......... 1.089,00.......... 64,57K Schroders.................................... 583,5.................584,0..............583,5........... 228,84K Scottish Mortgage......................1.452,48............1.461,00......... 1.450,94......... 147,01K Segro.......................................... 963,00...............964,40............960,80.......... 119,43K Severn Trent...............................3.126,0..............3.136,0........... 3.100,0........... 19,75K Shell............................................3.403,5..............3.414,0........... 3.401,0.......... 606,65K Smith & Nephew........................1.072,50............1.075,00......... 1.065,00......... 139,86K Smiths Group.............................2.614,00............2.621,00......... 2.595,00.......... 24,37K Spirax-Sarco Engineering...........7.081,5..............7.095,0........... 7.035,0............. 3,3K SSE............................................2.379,00............2.387,00......... 2.369,00.......... 68,61K Standard Chartered....................2.168,00............2.172,00......... 2.153,00......... 140,06K Standard Life............................... 920,00...............925,50............916,50.......... 183,84K Taylor Wimpey............................. 82,64.................83,50..............82,28........... 602,31K Tesco.......................................... 456,80...............458,89............455,70........... 416,1K Unilever.......................................4.708,5..............4.719,0........... 4.686,0.......... 150,44K Unite........................................... 524,50...............529,00............521,00........... 96,49K United Utilities............................1.430,00............1.435,00......... 1.419,00.......... 49,56K Vistry Group................................ 265,80...............267,20............263,68.......... 347,67K Vodafone Group PLC................. 116,850.............117,600..........116,608...........2,41M Weir Group................................2.840,00............2.852,00......... 2.816,00.......... 64,54K Whitbread...................................2.443,0..............2.450,0........... 2.400,0........... 24,52K WPP............................................ 392,80...............392,80............386,40.......... 180,47K

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3M.............................................. 178,96...............181,03............178,02............2,59M Amazon.com............................... 258,63...............261,09............257,04...........35,72M American Express....................... 336,00...............337,16............333,42............2,62M Amgen........................................ 439,33...............440,51............429,38............2,11M Apple........................................... 309,35...............312,38............307,01...........46,88M Boeing......................................... 214,20...............216,46............212,75............6,24M Caterpillar.................................... 827,90...............832,00............812,34............2,47M Chevron...................................... 205,27...............207,82............205,01............7,36M Cisco........................................... 111,04...............112,19............110,45...........18,41M Coca-Cola..................................... 91,10.................91,20..............90,32.............15,6M Goldman Sachs..........................1.039,28............1.043,66......... 1.008,85...........2,75M Home Depot................................ 335,61...............338,58............333,00............3,42M Honeywell................................... 215,90...............219,83............215,78............3,47M IBM............................................. 235,68...............238,72............233,12............3,89M J&J............................................. 270,24...............272,65............267,00............6,19M JPMorgan................................... 351,58...............356,86............350,37............8,11M McDonald’s................................. 270,95...............271,25............268,11............3,78M Merck&Co................................... 152,55...............154,49............148,59...........15,98M Microsoft.................................... 483,24...............486,36............478,53...........22,51M Nike.............................................. 40,76.................41,13..............40,24............14,71M NVIDIA........................................ 214,72...............218,74............214,50...........98,87M P&G............................................ 144,68...............145,27............142,14............9,79M Salesforce Inc............................. 209,17...............211,07............204,73............9,69M Sherwin-Williams........................ 346,59...............350,02............345,71............1,69M The Travelers.............................. 363,58...............367,19............363,38............1,61M UnitedHealth............................... 390,11...............393,66............386,00............4,89M Verizon......................................... 49,45.................49,72..............49,17............15,08M Visa A.......................................... 371,04...............371,80............366,66............6,68M Walmart...................................... 103,70...............104,28............102,15...........44,45M Walt Disney................................. 107,78...............108,41............106,97............6,84M M - Million Dollars

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Change Net / % Volume Most Advanced RF Acquisition II............................................. 355,62 %.........................3,15M Werewolf Therapeutics................................... 102,04 %.......................296,73M Stablecoinx...................................................... 85,25 %.........................98,97M Sadot............................................................... 56,16 %.........................19,61M Aiai Holdings.................................................... 46,14 %.........................13,13M Exyn Tech........................................................ 39,87 %.........................16,07M Lisata Therapeutics.......................................... 38,39 %..........................7,12M AMC Robotics.................................................. 32,65 %........................223,44K The9 ADR......................................................... 32,57 %........................911,14K Datacentrex...................................................... 29,70 %..........................1,33M Sphere 3D........................................................ 29,21 %..........................3,08M The Hain Celestial............................................. 27,34 %............................ 2M Canaan............................................................. 27,25 %.........................96,52M Super X AI........................................................ 25,29 %........................578,14K PS International............................................... 25,11 %........................991,16K Vogenx............................................................. 24,82 %........................428,74K Zjk Industrial.................................................... 23,63 %..........................2,06M AIFU Inc DRC................................................... 23,33 %.........................47,97K Critical Metals Corp.......................................... 22,59 %.........................16,43M M - Million Dollars

Company

Change Net / % Volume Most Declined SU Holdings.....................................................-42,34 %.........................40,25M GD Culture.......................................................-37,35 %.........................11,03M CDT Environmental Tech Investment Holdings.-35,52 %.........................4,99M Jianzhi Century Technology ADR.....................-33,73 %..........................1,04M Lucas GC..........................................................-31,33 %........................123,37M Profusa............................................................-27,87 %........................647,69K Flux Power Holdings........................................-26,95 %..........................1,65M Professional Diversity......................................-26,05 %..........................10,8M iSpecimen........................................................-25,55 %..........................1,55M Singularity Future Tech....................................-25,29 %..........................1,37M Top Wealth Holding.........................................-25,00 %........................512,64K BTC Digital.......................................................-22,45 %.........................17,08M Treasure Global................................................-22,22 %........................249,94K Hennessy Capital Investment Corp VII.............-22,00 %........................110,39K Game Your Game.............................................-20,12 %..........................1,93M Zerostack.........................................................-20,03 %........................463,87K Xiao I ADR.......................................................-18,39 %........................915,12K Synergy CHC....................................................-17,20 %...........................2,7M Americas Car-Mart...........................................-15,90 %........................390,68K M - Million Dollars

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World surf champ

Helping home

MARBELLA surfer Sarah Almagro achieved victory in the adaptive category at the ABANCA Pantin Classic Galicia Pro 2026. Competing at Pantin Beach in Valdovino, A Coruña, Almagro scored 14.50 points to take the title. The current national, European, and world champion in the PS-P2 category finished well ahead of her opponents. Coach Nico Huercano and young Canarian bodyboarder Stephen Shaw supported Almagro throughout the competition. Nearly 50 athletes from Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, and Lithuania took part, setting an entry record for the adaptive event. The main ABANCA Pantin Classic Galicia Pro has regained WSL QS 6,000 ranking status this year, attracting surfers from over 20 countries. Festival activities also included music, skate contests, food stalls, children’s workshops, and environmental sessions. Almagro’s latest result keeps Marbella at the forefront of adaptive surfing.

EXPATRIATE golfers on the Costa Blanca have raised more than €2,000 for a local charity. Help at Home Costa Blanca was chosen as Euro Golf Society captain Duncan Roberts’ charity for the 2025/26 season, with members raising a total of €2,005.33. The latest €1,230.33, raised between January and June, was presented to the charity on August 19. Based in Playa Flamenca, Help at Home raises funds locally to provide support for people living across the Costa Blanca South, with volunteers helping residents of all ages when they need practical assistance or simply someone to turn to. Its services include taking people to hospital and medical appointments, befriending those who are lonely, helping residents access social services and providing interpreters. Much of the money needed to provide these services is generated through donated goods sold in the charity’s shops at Flamenca Beach Commercial Centre.

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A Torre del Mar thank you

Almeria’s festival fever

WHILE some Spanish holiday destinations complain about visitor numbers, Torre del Mar takes a different approach. The town shows its appreciation each summer by rolling out a massive free dessert, handing out more than 4,000 slices of cake. Chef Roberto Soler from Escuela de Cocina Sabores is behind the creation, a rectangular structure measuring nearly six square metres. Marking the eighth year of the event, the design draws inspiration from the town’s seafaring past and its historic lighthouses. To feed the crowds, Soler relies on impressive quantities. The cake uses 100 sheets of white sponge that would stretch 60 metres if laid end to end, 350 litres of plant-based cream, 50 litres of spiced syrup, and 60 kilos of speculoos biscuit cream. The filling includes 15 kilos of crushed speculoos biscuits, topped with 80 kilos of fondant forming oversized figures and an edible marine landscape.

COOLTURAL Fest recently wrapped up its four-day run, drawing its biggest crowds yet for a weekend that organisers and festival-goers are calling the best edition so far. One festival-goer, Paula Jiménez, 31, said this year’s turnout was noticeably bigger than last year’s, yet the festival never felt overwhelmed. Cooltural Fest has also built a reputation as one of Europe’s most inclusive festivals, working with the Fundación Music For All to place more than 50 people with disabilities in festival roles each year, including bar work, cleaning and access control. “We’re proud that each year there continue to be advances in this area,” said Crash Music director Diego Ferrón. The closing night belonged to David Bisbal, who returned to his home city to headline the final show, turning the audience into what was described as an enormous chorus. Lori Meyers & La MODA also brought all-out indie and rock hits, followed by Spanish pop/rock legends Hombres G.

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Benidorm bound in banger

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FOUR British mates are preparing for a 1,300-mile dash from Chesterfield to Benidorm in a £400 Ford Focus nicknamed the ‘Wiener Wagon’. Josh, 38, David, 33, Tom, 40, and Sam, 34, will set off on September 7, heading to Dover before crossing to Dunkirk and driving through France and Spain. The Rat Run challenge is all about fun, but the biggest goal is raising money for Childhood Tumour Trust and Breast Cancer Research, two charities particularly close to their hearts after family members were affected by both illnesses. “We’re doing it for a bit of fun and adventure, but most importantly to raise money for Childhood Tumour Trust and Breast Cancer Research,” the group said. The biggest challenge could be keeping their bargain car moving. The Focus has already travelled 106,000 miles, although the friends have arranged breakdown cover. Fundraising remains ongoing, with donations helping support the two chosen charities.

SAN JAVIER recently celebrated its International Theatre, Music, and Dance Festival. For several weeks, this idyllic town in Murcia transformed into a premier cultural sanctuary, drawing thousands of theatergoers, music enthusiasts, and arts aficionados. At the centre of the festival was the Auditorio Parque Almansa, which hosted a succession of remarkable theatrical productions that spanned centuries of dramatic literature. Audiences were treated to performances of timeless masterpieces including Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and Federico García Lorca’s La Barraca. The programme balanced these classics with contemporary interpretations by local talents. Dance and music were just as essential to the festival’s theme. A renowned local dancer, Rocío Molina, brought physical expression and raw flamenco energy to the stage. In music, the schedule reached a powerful high point during the headlining concert by the iconic Spanish singer Luz Casal.

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