Local (Benalmádena & Málaga)
- The Andalusian agricultural sector is struggling with an aging workforce, despite ongoing investments aimed at attracting younger farmers to the region. SUR in English
- Looking for a way to beat the August heat? Locals are heading to the popular El Cantal area for a refreshing cooldown by the sea. SUR in English
- The Port of Motril has announced plans to modernize its access routes, a move designed to streamline and boost its international operations. SUR in English
Spain (Independent & Transparency)
- Spain has reintroduced border controls for travelers arriving from Italy in response to Giorgia Meloni’s refusal to remove similar restrictions. These controls will remain operative until September 7. elDiario.es
- Minister Sira Rego visited Ceuta amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis involving hundreds of unaccompanied migrant minors. She stated it is incomprehensible that 70,000 people could mobilize towards the border without Morocco’s knowledge. elDiario.es
- The recent massive border crossing into Ceuta was highly coordinated through at least five Facebook groups with a combined 250,000 users. These networks were used to distribute maps, maritime routes, and tips before being deleted. elDiario.es
- The Community of Madrid has put a luxury penthouse in Chamberí up for sale for 6.69 million euros. The property was originally purchased by the public company Planifica Madrid for 6.3 million euros. elDiario.es
World & Independent Investigations
- AIPAC-linked Super PACs and pro-Israel donors are flooding the Democratic primary to succeed Angie Craig, spending over $3 million. Progressive candidate Matt Little is facing a barrage of PAC intervention in the three-way race. Dropsite News
- Despite a record of endangering Palestinian journalists, the pro-Israel pressure group Honest Reporting received a $100,000 emergency grant from the Knight Foundation. Dropsite News
- Airlines are currently lobbying to change the font size regulations for airfare fees in advertisements. This tactic is designed to trick consumers into paying more by obscuring the true cost of flights. The Lever
- The State Department is seeking advice from Palantir, a company founded by right-wing billionaire Peter Thiel, on “countering digital surveillance” and free speech. Palantir has previously attacked the press and is heavily involved in the digital surveillance space. The Intercept
Iran War (Independent Sources Only)
- As the war with Iran drives oil prices higher, the Trump administration has been accused of giving politically connected oil companies the opportunity to cash in on publicly owned oil. The Lever
- Defense Department social media accounts have been posting the cryptic biblical quote “SEND ME” (Isaiah 6:8). The Pentagon has declined to clarify if this proselytizing is a direct message regarding the ongoing war with Iran. The Intercept
- Donald Trump denied reports of munitions shortages related to the Iran conflict and vowed to jail leakers. This comes amid a broader report covering multiple escalating geopolitical tensions. Dropsite News
Tech
- Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Tech Team is being highlighted as the model of what DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) should have been. WIRED
Entertainment (House Music Events)
- The Sophie festival is set to return to Ogus Park in Churriana on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The event will focus heavily on house, techno, minimal, and underground electronic music. The Sophie Festival
- Nerja will host its annual “Fiesta Blanca” (White Party) on El Salon beach on August 14, 2026. Attendees are encouraged to dress in white for an evening of open-air music from local groups and DJs. Explore Nerja
- Villa del Mar Camping in Nerja is hosting Sunday Boozie Brunch Pool Parties featuring feel-good house and disco. Upcoming dates include August 9 with Jason, August 16 with Alberto, and August 23 with Simona. Villa del Mar