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Spanish coach claims 'no racism' in Spain before England showdown

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 08:37:11 +0100

Luis de la Fuente insisted on Saturday Spain did not have a racism problem ahead of his team's Nations League showdown with England despite an upcoming stadium punishment for anti-Muslim chanting earlier this year.


What can I legally do about bad odours in my building in Spain?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:23:21 +0100

What happens if your neighbours are causing a serious stench in your apartment building? Perhaps they make very smelly food, have stinky pets or some other foul smell is emanating from their flat. Find out what Spanish law says about it.


How to hire someone if you’re self-employed in Spain

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:24:32 +0100

If you’re registered as self-employed in Spain and your business is doing well, you might start thinking about hiring employees to help you out. Here's everything you need to know about how to go about it.


14 unusual foods you won't believe are eaten in Spain

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 16:17:51 +0200

Spain is well known as a gastronomical destination famous for its jamón, tortilla and paella, but it is also home to a few stranger foods that you might not have heard of.


Spain will host 2030 World Cup final, federation president insists

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 18:31:44 +0100

The 2030 World Cup final will be in Spain, Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) head Rafael Louzan reiterated on Saturday, adding that he is not considering "withdrawing" should he be wrong.


Madrileños to gaditanos: What to call the locals from different parts of Spain

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 10:49:12 +0200

In Spain, every region, province, city and island has its own word for its inhabitants.


LISTED: The 11 best bank accounts in Spain in November 2026

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:14:17 +0100

If you're looking to make your money work better for you, potentially earn more interest and avoid bank fees, here are the best accounts to consider opening this November.


Eight of the best hikes in Catalonia

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:07:50 +0100

Long-term Catalonia resident and hiking enthusiast Esme Fox shares her tips and knowledge of some of the best routes in the northeastern region, with stunning waterfalls, volcanoes and lakes on the itinerary.


Why eating out alone is no longer considered taboo in Spain

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:44:25 +0100

If you've lived in Spain a while, you'll probably have noticed that solo dining wasn't very common, and even considered socially unacceptable, but in recent years that's all been changing.


Can I force my company in Spain to let me work from home?

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:00:21 +0100

Have you ever wondered if you're allowed to work from home in Spain, perhaps to look after your children or care for an elderly relative? Here's what the law says.


All the measures approved in Spain’s new housing decree

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:57:40 +0100

The Spanish parliament finally gave the green light to the housing decree. Here's what the final text includes.


Far-right Vox pledges to 'recover Spanish sovereignty' of Gibraltar

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:38:55 +0100

The hardline party, which could form part of a right-wing government after Spain's election on November 29th, this week outlined its position on The Rock as part of its election manifesto.


LATEST: Spanish parliament passes housing measures after protests and strike

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:48:15 +0100

The Spanish parliament on Thursday passed measures restricting evictions and aiming to make housing more affordable, after a general strike and weeks of protests over the issue which catalysed a snap election.


Immigration pushes Spain's population towards 50 million threshold

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:34:52 +0100

This comes as both immigration and housing are politicised topics on Spain's general election campaign.


Travellers accused of overstaying EU's 90-day rule after being caught in EES chaos

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:02:21 +0100

Several British travellers have told how they were incorrectly accused of overstaying their 90-day allowance due to the chaotic introduction of the EU's new EES biometric border checks.


Spain investigates alleged child abuse material on TikTok

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 10:56:59 +0100

Spanish prosecutors on Wednesday ordered an investigation into the alleged distribution of child sexual abuse material on TikTok, following a complaint filed by anti-disinformation group Maldita.es.


Will the divided Spanish left have an impact on the general election?

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 10:34:21 +0100

Political parties to the left of PM Pedro Sánchez's ruling Socialists are fragmented, something that pollsters say could prove pivotal at Spain's general election on November 29th.


Holiday rental boom squeezes out residents in Spain's Málaga

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:49:36 +0100

Carlos Carrera Lopez has long lived in central Málaga but fears his neighbourhood in the southern Spanish city is slowly disappearing as holiday rentals and mass tourism drive residents out.


Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:09:34 +0100

Spain's general election campaign formally kicks off, at least 51 arrested during general strike, and more news from Spain on Thursday November 12th.


Can you do your driving test in Spain with an automatic car?

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:50:11 +0200

Most non-EU drivers who move to Spain need to resit their driving test in order to be able to get behind the wheel here. But is there an option to do the practical exam with an automatic vehicle in a country where most cars are manual?