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

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:58:26 +0100

Spain makes largest-ever cocaine seizure at sea, five arrested for burglary of luxury Costa del Sol homes, Spain's right wing close to an absolute majority and more news on Tuesday January 13th.


Six essential ways to tackle winter like a true Spaniard

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:59:24 +0100

From what to wear to what to order, we've got the tips to help you blend in like a local as the mercury drops across Spain.


Spanish Expression of the Day: La cuesta de enero

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:19:15 +0100

After Christmas, this is an experience a lot of us in Spain and elsewhere go through.


What we know about Pope Leo's planned visit to Spain in 2026

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:02:06 +0100

The Pope is expected to visit Spain this year and will travel to three locations within the country. Leo XIV will be the first pontiff to officially visit Spain in 15 years.


'Damaging': Hoteliers urge Spain to fix long EES queues at airports

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:24:21 +0100

Hoteliers and tourism bosses are calling for more police and fully functioning passport control machines at Spanish airports to fix the problem of long waits for Brits and other non-EU tourists since the rollout of the EU’s new Entry Exit System.


Why do Scotland and Tenerife have the same flag?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:23:53 +0200

The flag of Scotland and the Spanish island of Tenerife are practically the same. Sheer coincidence, historical explanation or conspiracy theory?


Why Airbnb is investing millions in 'Empty Spain'

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:09:05 +0100

Holiday let platform Airbnb has announced a €42.8 million investment to attract tourists to rural Spain, much of it in places affected by depopulation known as 'La España Vaciada' (Empty Spain).


Today In Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:33:46 +0100

House prices soar by 80 percent in one year in Catalan town, Spanish doctors prepare February strike and more news on Monday January 12th.


What changes are in store for mortgages in Spain in 2026?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:11:06 +0100

If you’re thinking of buying a home in Spain this year or you’ve already taken out a loan, it’s important to find out what will happen to mortgages going forward, known as hipotecas in Spanish.


Oil and immigration: How the situation in Venezuela can affect Spain

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:10:37 +0100

Donald Trump's military offensive in Venezuela and capture of leader Nicolás Maduro has plenty of implications for Spain, a country which is home to some 600,000 Venezuelans and with longstanding business interests in the Latin American country.


More scandals and early elections? What's in store for Spanish politics in 2026

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:32:48 +0100

Elections, corruption, sex scandals, fragile government coalitions and perhaps an early end to Pedro Sánchez's Socialist government? Spanish politics promises to have it all in 2026.


Madrid building explosion kills one, injures nine

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 16:56:36 +0100

An explosion gutted a residential building in Madrid on Friday, killing an elderly woman and injuring nine other people, authorities said.


Inside Spain: What foreigners think of the Spanish job market

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 10:16:25 +0100

Immigration may be considered the primary reason why Spain’s economy is booming, but the macroeconomic data hides the struggles foreigners face when it comes to working here.


UPDATED: All the new flights to and from Spain in 2026

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:17:26 +0100

If you've made travel a new year's resolution in 2026, you're in luck as there will be a whole host of new routes to and from Spain this year.


LISTED: The big tax changes in Spain in 2026

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:36:18 +0100

The new year often marks several changes to tax rules in Spain and 2026 is no different. From increases in capital gains tax to increased surveillance of money transfers and changes to personal income tax, here's what you need to know.


EU countries override France to greenlight Mercosur trade deal

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:05:51 +0100

The EU gave the long-delayed go ahead on Friday to a huge trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur championed by business groups but loathed by many European farmers -- overriding opposition led by France.


Spain capitalising on wealthy Britons fleeing UK tax regime

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:43:07 +0100

A recent report in the Spanish press has highlighted how wealthy individuals are fleeing the City of London and moving to Spain, with Spanish law firms capitalising on the trend.


What you need to know about using winter tyres in Spain

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:55:24 +0100

It may still seem like summer in some parts of Spain, but the season is slowly changing with more rain, storms and falling temperatures, so it may be time to start thinking about changing your tyres.


Spain won't fine drivers without V-16 light for 'reasonable' amount of time

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:47:42 +0100

Spain's Interior Minister has confirmed that drivers who haven't bought the new V-16 emergency light (compulsory since January 1st) will be given a grace period before being fined, but authorities are still being rather vague about when the deadline really is.


GUIDE: All the transport discounts available in Spain in 2026

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 07:49:47 +0100

The era of free train travel in the years following the pandemic finished halfway through 2025, but thankfully there are still many discounts this year to help travellers out.