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'No home': Spanish pensioner returns to charred ruins after wildfire Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:08:03 +0200 "I have no money, no documents, no home," said 74-year-old pensioner José Fernández, one victim of the wildfires that burned his town, Pelayos de la Presa, and numerous others west of Madrid.

LISTED: 11 key housing laws Spain wants to pass in September Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:33:17 +0200 From changes to room and seasonal rentals, to deductions for repair costs and new rules for the IBI property tax, here are the major changes Spain's leftist government wants to add to housing legislation, and their impact on tenants and landlords.

Thousands of evacuees return home as firefighters contain Spain's blazes Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:14:59 +0200 Thousands of Spaniards evacuated during massive wildfires started to return home on Wednesday as the government said it was working to contain some of the worst forest fires in the country's modern history.

MAP: Where are the wildfires in Spain right now? Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:27:45 +0200 Spain continues to battle huge wildfires in Ávila, Madrid and Castellón, but thankfully the situation has improved in Toledo. Here's what you need to know about what's happening this Wednesday July 29th.

Almería fire death toll hits 14 as woman succumbs to burns weeks later Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:20:40 +0200 A woman injured in a wildfire in southern Spain earlier this month has died, the hospital where she was being treated said on Tuesday, taking the death toll from the blaze to 14.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:01:55 +0200 Spain's PM reacts to Gaza girl's video of mural dedicated to him, Valencia creates committee to help tourists in emergencies, Cucurella gets tattoo of Spanish coach's face after World Cup win, and more news from Spain this Wednesday July 29th.

Spain eases wildfire evacuation orders in Madrid, Ávila and Castellón Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:39:58 +0200 Mass evacuations and lockdowns began to be lifted gradually across wildfire-hit areas of Spain on Tuesday, allowing thousands of people to return home and assess the damage done to their homes and territories.

Green dogs and trapped cats: Ten hilarious Spanish animal idioms Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:57:21 +0200 Has a Spanish friend ever said you're weirder than a green dog? Or asked you if you're the one who cuts the cod at home? Don't be surprised, the Spanish use all manner of expressions involving our furry and feathered friends.

Should you cancel your holiday in Spain due to the wildfires? Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:37:07 +0200 The news in Spain over the past few weeks has been dominated by a series of devastating wildfires, including Spain’s largest ever, with thousands of hectares destroyed. So, should you still come here on holiday or is it better to cancel?

A quick guide to getting a Schengen visa for Spain and the EU Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:36:20 +0200 Depending on what non-EU country you're from, you may need a Schengen visa to visit Spain as a tourist. Find out if you need one, the financial and other requirements to get the visa, as well as common doubts people have about the Schengen visa.

Firefighters make progress in battle against Spain's wildfires Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:18:36 +0200 Firefighters in Spain made progress after a "positive night" against wildfires raging west of Madrid that have forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said Tuesday.

How to get free glasses to see Spain's total solar eclipse Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:51:38 +0200 If you're planning on viewing the total solar eclipse in Spain on August 12th, you'll need safety glasses. Here are all the places where you can get them for free.

Livestock farmers fear for livelihoods as wildfires ravage Spain Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:30:48 +0200 As wildfires swept through the countryside west of Madrid, livestock farmer Carmelo Ramírez loaded his truck with fodder and drove into the fire zone, determined to prevent cattle left behind by the flames from starving.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:07:52 +0200 Spanish government delays rent extension and other housing measures, Aragón scraps weekly stipend of unaccompanied foreign minors, Spain's wildfires burn 20,000 more hectares in a day and more news on Tuesday July 28th.

Spain faces 'decisive' two days to contain wildfires as new heatwave looms Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:49:52 +0200 Spain has two crucial days in front of it to bring wildfires under control before weather conditions worsen, authorities said Monday, as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called on citizens to "exercise extreme caution" ahead of a new heatwave.

Spain awaits fourth summer heatwave as extreme heat becomes the norm Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:15:20 +0200 Much of Spain is back on alert for heatwaves and sizzling temperatures again this week, national weather agency Aemet warns, at a time when the country is batting numerous major wildfires.

Spain's Málaga suspends new tourist flat licences for three years Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:53:53 +0200 The southern city of Málaga has become the latest in Spain to try and regulate short-term tourist rental accommodation, suspending new licences Airbnb-style flats for three years from Saturday July 25th 2026.

Tens of thousands march in Mallorca in latest overtourism protest in Spain Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:57:11 +0200 In other news, thousands of people in Mallorca took to the streets yesterday to protest against overtourism and how it’s leading to spiralling property prices and dwindling living standards for locals, with the demo ending with clashes with police.

Explained: The EU's new rules on AI, deepfakes and chatbots Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:38:09 +0200 AI watermarking and deepfake labelling will soon be required by law in the EU as the transparency part of the bloc’s sweeping AI Act comes into force on August 2nd.

LATEST: France and Spain race to contain 'monster' fires ahead of new heatwave Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:40:41 +0200 Shelters in France and Spain on Monday overflowed with exhausted locals and holidaymakers forced to flee blazes so massive some were forming their own mini weather systems, as authorities warned a new heatwave was set to descend on parts of the region.