Local (Benalmádena & Málaga)
- Un terremoto de magnitud 4.8 con epicentro en Granada se ha sentido con fuerza en toda la provincia de Málaga. Diario SUR
- The annual Malaga fair has officially started, signaled by a spectacular show of fireworks and drones. SUR in English
- Malaga Airport is preparing to operate almost 2,000 flights over this busy weekend. SUR in English
Spain (Independent & Transparency)
- El Gobierno español ha endurecido su discurso sobre la inmigración tras la reciente crisis en Ceuta, prometiendo expulsiones para evitar tensiones con Marruecos. Los servicios de atención en la ciudad fronteriza continúan desbordados. elDiario.es
- Cientos de personas llegadas a Ceuta el 30 de julio siguen durmiendo en las calles dos semanas después a la espera de ser identificadas. elDiario.es
- La presidenta madrileña Isabel Díaz Ayuso recurre a las redes para atacar al Gobierno y evitar las preguntas de la prensa sobre el caso de su ático en Chamberí. elDiario.es
- A Spanish fishing vessel has been intercepted off Europa Point in Gibraltar for alleged illegal fishing activities. SUR in English
World & Independent Investigations
- Elon Musk’s banking empire project has received critical approval from New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, aiding his plan to turn X into an “everything app”. The Lever
- A recent investigation details the failure of a $533 million taxpayer-funded artillery plant that ultimately produced nothing. ProPublica
- Wall Street’s nonprofits are selectively using opaque logic to defund various charities through donor-advised funds. ProPublica
- The state of Tennessee is moving forward with lethal injection executions despite a recent history of brutal botched attempts. The Intercept
- A youth sports giant promised sweeping reforms to protect kids from sexual abuse, but a new report reveals that most of the promised changes never happened. ProPublica
Iran War (Independent Sources Only)
- U.S. airstrikes in southern Iran have reportedly targeted civilian infrastructure, including power plants and hospitals, leaving locals without livelihoods. Dropsite News
- The Strait of Hormuz has ground to a halt again amidst rising military tensions between the US and Iran. Dropsite News
- Several sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln reportedly attempted to jump overboard after spending 250 grueling days at sea. Dropsite News
Tech
- The U.S. government is advancing new tech bills focused on leveraging AI for environmental evaluations and crafting reports on China’s AI ecosystem. Nextgov/FCW
- Medicare has officially approved new technology add-on payments for inpatient radiology solutions that utilize artificial intelligence. Radiology Business
- Colorado is proposing new regulations aimed at managing automated decision-making technology and ensuring chatbot safety for consumers. Consumer Financial Services Law Monitor
Entertainment (House Music Events)
- La Soleá White Party is happening tonight, August 15th, at Peña Flamenca La Soleá in Nerja, bringing a classic white beach party vibe with music and dancing. Nerja Events
- The 12:XII Festival takes place on August 21st in San Pedro de Alcántara, headlined by DJ Snake and Joezi featuring Afro house and melodic sets. Beachgrooves
- Elrow Málaga XXL hits the Málaga Forum on August 22nd for a massive electronic and techno house party with The Martinez Brothers. Beachgrooves
- What The House x Charcón Beach takes place on August 22nd at El Charcón Beach (Mijas Costa), featuring DJ sets from Sy Sez and Stuart Patterson. Beachgrooves
- BIZNART - DJs y Artes Visuales will host an outdoor fusion of electronic DJ sets and visual arts on August 29th at Plaza del Carbón in Málaga city. Beachgrooves