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Cartagena's Carthaginian and Roman Festivals Ignite the Spirit of the Mediterranean
into their speeches, adding a touch of humour and excitement.The Carthaginian and Roman festivals will continue until September 24. This cel ebration is a testament to the city's ability to rise from challenges and proudly continue its legacy into the 21st century. With fireworks, music, and reenactments, these festivals in vite visitors from around the world to explore Cartagena's vibrant history and culture.
Heli-Rescue Image: noticias.112rmurcia.es
IN a gripping rescue mis sion, two hikers, aged 37 and 39, found themselves lost near Dam de la Mulata and Almadenes Canyon in Cieza. Their distress call to the 112 Emergency Coordina tion Centre triggered a rapid response. Environ mental agents from Cieza used cell phone location data to assess their situa tion, revealing the hikers' disorientation and chal lenging terrain. Recognising the need for specialised as sistance, the Consortium of Fire Fighting and Rescue, in conjunction with the Gen eral Directorate of Citizen Security and Emergencies, launched a daring heli copter rescue. The helicopter safely air lifted the hikers and their dogs and upon landing an
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THE Carthaginian and Roman festivals in Cartagena began with the symbolic lighting of the holy fire at the Mirador de Bay, followed by its transfer to the Roman Theatre of Cartagena. The event was accompanied by a dramatic lightning storm which lit up the skies during the lighting of the holy fire. The Carthaginians and Romans Festi val is an annual event held in Cartage na during the second fortnight of September. The festival site is trans formed into an ancient city where both locals and tourists take part in the reenactment of the historical events which took place in the city during the Second Punic War. The festival features games and shows that depict the heroic events that occurred during the period of 209 BC. The neighbouring municipality of Mazarrón also participated, emphasis ing its Phoenician roots. This event was not just a celebration but also a symbol of unity among neighbouring municipalities. The proclamation was attended by local and regional authorities, high lighting the cultural and historical sig nificance of the festival. The criers playfully incorporated football rivalry
Miraculous Airlift: Hikers and Canine Companions Rescued.
environmental agent was on standby, ensuring the hikers and their dogs re
ceived the care and sup port they needed. Eventu ally, they were reunited
with their vehicles, marking the end of a harrowing ad venture.
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Royal Audience IN a recent audience with His Majesty King Felipe VI, President Fernando López Miras of the Region of Mur cia expressed his gratitude for the King's unwavering support and deep interest in the welfare of the region. The President conveyed the admiration and affection of the people of Murcia for King Felipe VI's exemplary leadership. During the audience, President López Miras reaf firmed his commitment to national unity and equality for all Spaniards. He an nounced his participation in an upcoming event organ ised by his party against
amnesty and in favour of Spanish equality. Additional ly, President López Miras in vited King Felipe VI to visit Caravaca de la Cruz in 2024 during the Jubilee Year cele bration. He highlighted the need for national agree ments and state pacts that promote equality among Spaniards, mentioning the National Water Pact and an agreement on regional fi nancing as vital compo nents. The President also shared the exciting news that Princess Leonor will be studying at the General Air Academy in two years, mak ing her an ‘Adopted child of Murcia’ like her father. Image: casareal.es
Issue No. 26 (1994) 21 - 27 September 2023
President López Miras and King Felipe VI during their audience.