The Local Spain

Spain's royals make rare diplomatic visit to crisis-hit Ceuta Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:40:04 +0200 Cheering crowds waving Spanish flags filled Ceuta on Tuesday as King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia made a diplomatically sensitive visit to the city following July's migrant influx from Morocco.

Americans in Spain: Deadlines for voting in the US midterms Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:11:51 +0200 The US midterms take place on November 3rd 2026, and Americans in Spain can still vote - but for some states, time is running out. Here's who can vote, how to request and return a ballot, and what to do if yours hasn't arrived.

Q&A: Why are naturalised citizens being barred from voting in Spain's election? Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:27:43 +0200 Spain’s Supreme Court has ruled that tens of thousands of foreign-based naturalised citizens will not be able to vote in the upcoming general election. Find out why, who exactly this affects and whether it will have an impact on who wins.

¡Bro, qué cringe! How English now dominates teen talk in Spain Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:12:16 +0200 Have you heard a group of Spanish teenagers slipping English terms like 'bro' or 'mood' into their speech? That's because English has come to dominate teen talk in Spain in recent years.

Foreigners make up more than half of all renters in Spain Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:40:12 +0200 Spain's current housing crisis is causing a tough situation for tenants, but surprisingly half of them were born abroad.

Europe's airports and airlines demand EES rethink as 'unacceptable' delays continue Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:22:49 +0200 One year on since the introduction of the EU's EES digital border system, the European airports and airlines association has called on EU authorities to take action to ease ongoing congestion at Schengen external border crossings that has led to 5-hour waits in some cases.

Why Tuesday 13th is the day of bad luck in Spain Fri, 13 Dec 2019 09:46:35 +0100 It's not Friday 13th that is considered a day of bad luck in Spain but Tuesday 13th. Read on to find out why as well as some of the strangest Spanish superstitions.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:21:44 +0200 Thirteen people poisoned in salmonella outbreak, thousands of travellers stranded after high-speed Madrid-Barcelona train suspended due to fire, and more news from Spain on Tuesday October 13th.

'Status quo not good enough': UK and EU set new date for key summit Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:58:09 +0200 Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Monday that Britain's current relationship with the European Union was "not good enough", as officials confirmed a UK-EU summit will take place on November 20th.

Spanish court rules thousands of foreign-based naturalised voters out of election Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:58:15 +0200 Supreme Court upholds the suspension of voting rights for those naturalised under the Grandchildren's Law.

Embutidos: A guide to Spain’s cured meats Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:23:16 +0200 Meat-lovers rejoice, Spain is a carnivore’s paradise, known for quality products of all kinds, particularly pork. Here are some of the country's best cured meats and what regions they're from.

Why is the Spanish flag red and yellow? Wed, 05 Jun 2024 14:57:27 +0200 Naval history, 18th century fabrics and printing technology, dynasties and kingdoms. There's a lot of history in 'la rojigualda’, Spain's iconic red and yellow flag.

Why do many homes in Spain not have mosquito screens? Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:31:25 +0200 Have you ever wondered why mosquito or fly screens are not very common in houses in Spain? What's the reason behind this?

EXPLAINED: Why is Spain called Spain? Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:47:09 +0200 You may have never stopped to think about it, but where does Spain - or España - get its name from?

How Spain celebrates its National Day (and why many aren't happy about it) Wed, 09 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0200 Monday October 12th 2026 marks National Day in Spain, a day of celebrations and events across the country. But what's Spain's 'Día de la Hispanidad' all about and why do some critics want it banned?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:05:46 +0200 Madrid prepares for National Day parades, four people die in traffic accidents since the start of the long weekend, hotel cleaners demand early retirement and more news from Spain this Monday October 12th.

Proposed EU budget cut back in search for Christmas deal Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:17:41 +0200 Ireland, which holds the EU's rotating presidency, suggested Saturday slashing the bloc's next proposed budget by 140 billion euros ($155 billion), in a quest to bridge deep divisions and reach a deal by the end of the year.

Last Ceuta migrant camp removed ahead of Spanish king's visit Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:30:33 +0200 Police on Sunday cleared the last major migrant encampment in Ceuta, two days before a visit by Spain's king and queen, AFP reporters at the scene and the interior ministry said.

What's different about Spain's new housing laws compared to the rejected ones? Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:19:13 +0200 Following Parliament's dissolution after the PM called a snap election for November, the Spanish government has brought back two key housing bills but with changes, including extra restrictions on vulture funds and more financing for buyers.

Which regions in Spain will have a day off this year for National Day? Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:32:09 +0200 Spain's National Day (October 12th) falls on a Monday this year, does this mean that everyone gets the day off?