Casa de los Navajas in Torremolinos will host the exhibition ‘Phygital: Enmociones’ by artist Marló, open to the public free of charge from Wednesday, June 25, to August 11. 

The hybrid exhibition mixes the tangible world of physical artworks with an immersive digital experience, bridging traditional and contemporary art forms. Marló displays new paintings and sculptures, interactive installations, and the official launch of her virtual gallery in the metaverse, allowing global access to her work. The exhibition merges hands-on craftsmanship with new technologies and so explores innovative artistic languages.

In the artist’s own words, ‘Phygital: Enmociones’ aims to “champion art as a universal language of emotional connection, introduce digital realms to new audiences from an artistic perspective, and show how art can thrive both on gallery walls and in a borderless 3D environment.” 

The exhibition hopes to be a meeting point for art and technology enthusiasts, reaffirming Torremolinos as a talk-about cultural hub on the Costa del Sol.

Visiting hours are from Wednesday to Sunday, 10.30am to 2pm and 6.30pm to 10pm. The Case de Navajas is at Calle Antonio Navajas Ruiz – Bajondillo, Torremolinos.

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Spain has requested an exemption from NATO’s plan to increase member countries’ defence spending to 5 per cent of their gross domestic product, a move that Reuters reported on Thursday could derail a summit at which the military alliance plans to sign an agreement committing to the target.

Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, sent a letter to NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg requesting a “more flexible formula” that either makes the spending target optional or excludes Spain from its application.

“Committing to a 5 per cent target would not only be unreasonable, but also counterproductive, as it would move Spain further away from optimal spending and would hinder the EU’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its security and defence ecosystem,” Sanchez wrote in the letter.

The legitimate right of each country

However, Sanchez made it clear that Spain does not want to obstruct the outcome of NATO’s summit next week. President Donald Trump has requested that all NATO countries increase their military spending, but for this to happen, all 32 countries would need to agree.

Trump has said NATO partners are not spending their fair share on defence and has threatened not to come to the aid of those falling short.

“It is the legitimate right of every government to decide whether or not they are willing to make those sacrifices. As a sovereign Ally, we choose not to,” Sanchez added.

At an estimated 1.28 per cent of its GDP, Spain has the lowest military spending among NATO members, according to Reuters. Sanchez agreed in April to accelerate efforts to meet NATO’s current target of 2 per cent, but 5 per cent seems to be out of the question. The prime minister said Spain would raise its defence budget by 10.5 billion euros ($12 billion) in 2025 to meet the 2 per cent NATO target.

Russia could attack by 2032

At home in Spain, more defence spending is unpopular among several of Sanchez’s coalition partners. When Sánchez announced that Spain would reach NATO’s previous 2 per cent in April, coalition partners, mainly from the far left, expressed their anger.

Spain is not alone in opposing the defence budget increase. Belgium, Canada and Italy will also struggle to hike security spending by billions of dollars, AP noted.

A key question still to be answered is what timeframe countries will be given to reach an agreed-upon new spending goal. However, Rutte has suggested 2032, saying Russia could be ready to launch an attack on NATO territory by 2030.

Your chance to groove under the stars with the legendary American soul band Kool & The Gang on stage at the Starlite Festival in Marbella on Friday, June 27. 

Expect timeless infectious hits like “Celebration”, “Jungle Boogie”, and “Get Down On It”; the soul icons promise an unforgettable night at the Cantera de Nagüeles venue for the start of the Starlite Occident Festival 2025.

The concert, part of the Starlite Occident 2025 lineup, starts at 10pm, with doors opening at 8pm. The boutique festival, celebrated for its intimate setting and world-class acoustics, offers a unique experience surrounded by 60-metre-high rock walls at the foot of Marbella’s iconic La Concha mountain.

Kool & The Gang, who formed in the mid-1960s as a jazz band, rose to global fame in the 1970s and 80s with their unforgettable funk, soul, and disco sound.

Fresh off their 2023 tour promoting the album “People Just Wanna Have Fun”, the band now celebrate six decades of music in Marbella with a setlist that spans their career.

Ticket prices for the concert range from €58.04 to €356.25, which include general admission, stalls, VIP boxes, and premium podiums. Early booking is encouraged, as the auditorium’s limited capacity keeps an intimate experience but also means high demand. Tickets are available through the official Starlite Festival website (starlitefestival.com), Ticketmaster, and El Corte Inglés.