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Heatwave horror: Spain sees 57% rise in heat-related deaths this JulyJuly has become one of Spain’s deadliest months for heat-related deaths in the past decade Last winter in Spain may have been long, damp and dreary but the summer has been equally relentless, breaking heat record after heat record with virtually.. 06/08/2025

Spain's Sturgeon Supermoon: A celestial showstopper this AugustSpanish skies are set to light up with August’s rare and radiant Supermoon Spain is gearing up for an incredible couple of years when it will have a front-row seat and one of the best views in the world of a spectacular trio of eclipses. But.. 06/08/2025

Surprise catch: giant tuna washes up on beach in Torre de la HoradadaBeachgoers had an unexpected start to the week when a large tuna appeared on the sand at dawn   Holidaymakers in Torre de la Horadada got quite a surprise on Monday morning, when a large tuna was found washed up on the sand at Las Villas beach.. 05/08/2025

Why jellyfish are invading Spanish beaches this summerWarmer waters, fewer predators and changing currents are all behind the rising number of stings, say marine experts   With summer now in full swing and many of us heading to the coast to escape the heat, beachgoers are being warned to watch out.. 05/08/2025

Swarm of earthquakes makes the Costa Blanca and Murcia trembleA dozen offshore tremors recorded in the south of the province yesterday and this morning A total of 12 small earthquakes occurred nearby off the southern Costa Blanca within a few hours of each other between Monday evening and this morning... 05/08/2025

Yecla announces guided visits for the remainder of 2025From history to wine-tasting, from rural hikes to the famed December fiestas, Yecla welcomes all visitors to these fascinating tours between August and December! The Tourism department of the Town Hall of Yecla in the north of Murcia has published its.. 05/08/2025

Ryanair ground staff extend Spain-wide strike throughout AugustThe industrial action will impact flights to and from every airport in Spain Ryanair passengers flying in and out of Spain are facing widespread disruption this month as ground handling staff have announced plans to extend their strike action across.. 05/08/2025

Thai Food Khon Kaen Alicante reopens with a fresh new look and the same incredible flavoursThe sister restaurant to the popular Torrevieja location is reopening next week after a fabulous refurbishment One of Alicante’s best-loved Thai restaurants is back and better than ever. After a full refurbishment, Thai Food Khon Kaen Alicante.. 04/08/2025

Hotter days and stuffy nights: Alicante weather forecast August 4-7The hottest days and the coolest nights will be inland while the coast will get back above 30ºC A sunny Monday afternoon on the Costa Blanca Monday, August 4 Alicante province is starting the week with intervals of low cloud early.. 04/08/2025

Spain prepares for once-in-a-lifetime trio of eclipsesThe government has created a special commission to handle hundreds of thousands of eclipse chasers as Spain has a front-row seat Spain is about to become the hottest destination for astronomy fans worldwide, with an incredible trio of solar eclipses heading..

House prices in Spain still rising fast - with one region up 37%New data shows property prices in Spain continue to climb, especially in Murcia and the Basque Country House prices across Spain are continuing their upward trend, with new figures showing an average year-on-year increase of 6.7% in May 2025. While.. 01/08/2025

Netflix is ending its Basic plan in Spain in September: these are your options if you don't want adsThe streaming platform is discontinuing this ad-free subscription in Spain, forcing existing users to upgrade Netflix has rolled out a significant change to its plans in Spain. From September 1, the ad-free Basic plan, which cost €9.99 per month.. 01/08/2025

Highway robbery: Southern Spain toll charges spike just in time for summerThe AP-7 from Alicante to Cartagena costs 76% more between June and September than the rest of the year As if soaring grocery bills, sky-high fuel costs and rising electricity prices weren’t enough, now drivers in Spain are being slapped with.. 31/07/2025

Wine tourism in Alicante: The route that combines DOP wines, gastronomy and natureThe Alicante Wine Route offers authentic food and wine experiences where you can discover the treasures of the Costa Blanca The Costa Blanca has quietly become one of Spain’s most compelling wine tourism destinations and the Alicante Wine Route.. 30/07/2025

Car owners in Spain are turning idle vehicles into summer incomePeer-to-peer car rentals have skyrocketed in demand in places like Madrid, Malaga and Alicante Last summer, the practice of renting out private swimming pools to holidaymakers and daytrippers exploded in Spain and netted thousands in extra cash for.. 30/07/2025

Common gardening product poses lethal threat to dogs across SpainBlue snail bait containing deadly poison has appeared in parks and green spaces throughout Spain Taking your dog for a walk should be one of life's simple pleasures, but pet owners throughout Spain are discovering that parks and streets can hide.. 30/07/2025

New EU proposal could send thousands of older cars to the scrapyardIf passed, the regulation could force countless vehicles off Spanish roads in one fell swoop Drivers in Spain are already grappling with a mountain of new regulations, from DGT carpooling requirements and potential one-car-per-household limits to.. 30/07/2025

Still not the most generous in Europe: Spain raises parental leave to 17 weeks for both mothers and fathersThe new measures will take effect immediately and expand parental leave in a landmark social welfare policy The Spanish government has implemented a significant extension of paid care leave after the Council of Ministers formally approved a new Royal.. 29/07/2025

Surgery wait times shrink at Vega Baja's two public hospitalsTorrevieja Hospital leads with a 56-day average wait time for surgery Patients needing surgery in the Vega Baja have reason to feel relieved. Both public hospitals in the area are performing better than the regional average when it comes to getting.. 29/07/2025

Why your overnight phone charging habit is costing you moneyResearch shows millions of people in Spain could be adding unnecessary euros to their electricity bills Most of us do it without thinking: plug in the phone before bed and wake up to a fully charged device. But Spanish consumer experts are warning.. 29/07/2025