Local (Benalmádena & Málaga)
- Málaga province hits the highest level of mortgage contracts since 2010. SUR in English
- A 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man died in a motorcycle accident in Vélez-Málaga. Diario SUR
- Málaga remembers three historic tornadoes and the supercell that wreaked havoc in Campillos seven years ago. SUR in English
Spain (Independent & Transparency)
- Moncloa denies receiving prior warnings from the CNI in Ceuta, contradicting Defense Minister Robles. elDiario.es
- The Ayuso government asked real estate agents for a property of 250-400 meters with a large terrace before purchasing a controversial penthouse in Chamberí. elDiario.es
- The Supreme Court has confirmed almost €200,000 in fines over uncontrolled Avalmadrid loans. elDiario.es
- Four people were treated for pepper spray injuries at the La Tomatina festival in Buñol, Valencia. SUR in English
World & Independent Investigations
- Elements of the Venezuelan government loyal to Chavismo warn of a possible US assault, fearing an effort to dismantle grassroots democracy. Dropsite News
- A Pakistani “double-tap” airstrike in June caused havoc in an Afghan residential area, killing at least 22 civilians. Dropsite News
- AI-linked donors poured $2 million into Republican Joe Lombardo’s reelection campaign just days before he championed massive data centers. The Lever
- Key Democratic voters are looking for a 2028 presidential candidate who will cut off military aid to Israel. The Lever
- Israel’s ongoing restrictions on medical supplies have left Gaza’s hospital equipment on the verge of total collapse. Dropsite News
Iran War (Independent Sources Only)
- A government official accused the Pentagon of using “an accounting trick” after 60 more US soldiers were reported injured in the Iran war. The Intercept
- Sanctions continue to have a major economic impact on Iran as tensions remain high. Dropsite News
Tech
- The US National Science Foundation is launching three new Science and Technology Centers with a $90M investment. U.S. National Science Foundation
- Bill Gates is issuing warnings that AI is more dangerous than Big Tech is willing to admit. The New York Times
Entertainment (House Music Events)
- Villa del Mar in Camping Nerja will host “Boozie Brunch Pool Parties” with live music from DJs, including Phill on August 30th. Villa del Mar
- Additional Boozie Brunch events at Camping Nerja will feature the Mojo Band on September 6th and Skatz on September 13th. Villa del Mar