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Ten ways to protect your Spanish property against the summer heat Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:48:09 +0200 When summer arrives in Spain, bringing with it scorching temperatures, you may start to notice that your home suffer too, whether it's windows and doors swelling, cracks appearing or more insects getting inside.

Mexico's president and Spain's king to use World Cup to mend diplomatic rift Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:31:42 +0200 Against the backdrop of the World Cup, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Spanish King Felipe VI are set to ease diplomatic tensions that soured after Mexico's demand for an apology over the colonial-era conquest.

LATEST: More than 100 million Europeans suffer in temperatures above 35C Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:45:56 +0200 At least 101 million Europeans were expected to experience temperatures of over 35C on Thursday, in a punishing and increasingly deadly heatwave hotter than weather in parts of Africa.

'A horror show': Spain's stance on Iran war provokes Trump's anger again Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:45:41 +0200 US President Donald Trump on Wednesday launched another round of insults at Spain over its Nato participation and reluctance to help American troops in the war against Iran, this time calling the country “a horror show” and “terrible”.

Seven in ten homes empty in Spain's villages in midst of national housing crisis Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:52:44 +0200 A new report has shown the stark differences in population and property pressures between rural and urban areas of Spain, with some inland areas full of homes sitting empty.

Record-breaking heatwave linked to 212 deaths in Spain Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:00:24 +0200 A record heatwave that has gripped much of Europe could be linked to 212 deaths in Spain between Sunday and Wednesday, according to estimates from a public institute.

What American parents in Spain need to know about their child's US tax obligations Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:28:55 +0200 If you're an American living in Spain, you may not know that your child may have tax obligations in the US, despite not living there. The Local Spain spoke to a US tax expert to find out what parents need to know.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:12:36 +0200 Heatwave to ease from Thursday, far-right leader accuses PM of "manoeuvring to steal upcoming elections", US court rules out asset freezes against Spanish national team, and more news from Spain on Thursday 25th June.

'People are at risk': Europe urged to invest in healthcare as heatwaves intensify Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:49 +0200 The heatwave gripping Europe is putting people's health at risk, and the continent's leaders must invest in making their health services more climate-resilient, the WHO chief said Wednesday.

CONFIRMED: Spain breaks June heat record Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:12:55 +0200 Mainland Spain this week recorded its highest daily average temperatures in June since at least 1950 as a heatwave gripped much of Europe, national weather agency Aemet said Wednesday.

LISTED: Spain's new rules for bike, motorbike and e-scooter riders Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:49:39 +0200 Spain has made a raft of changes to its traffic rules, with many important updates for motorcyclists, cyclists and e-scooter riders as well as motorhome and regular motor vehicle drivers.

Spain's PM denies Socialist corruption as 'widespread' as media and opponents claim Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:16:33 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Wednesday dismissed allegations of "widespread corruption" against his Socialist Party after an ex-top aide was jailed for a corruption scandal that risks toppling the government.

Why Europe is warming faster than the rest of the world Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:42:20 +0200 The latest heatwave sweeping across Europe is a stark reminder that it is the world's fastest-warming continent, stretching into an Arctic that is heating at an even greater pace

What's behind the recent spike in drownings in Spain? Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:41:27 +0200 Five children and seven adults drowned in Spain over the weekend, as well as nine more the previous weekend. What's causing the recent increase in people - particularly minors - tragically dying at sea in Spain?

What Spain's different heat alerts mean and how to act in each case Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:22:51 +0200 During heatwaves and periods of considerable heat, Spain's meteorological agency issues colour-coded alerts to the population. Here's what the yellow, orange and red warnings signify and what health precautions you should take in each case.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:57:17 +0200 Castilla-La Mancha town sees temperatures below 10C during heatwave, drop in cruise ship passengers following hantavirus cases, six town hall officials arrested in money laundering investigation and more news from Spain this Wednesday June 24th.

'It's f**ked us': Brits in Spain spell out the impact of Brexit ten years on Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:28:07 +0200 From bureaucracy to broken dreams, The Local's British readers in Spain explain the real-life consequences Brexit has had for them as the UK marks ten years since it voted to leave the EU.

Goats, horses and fire: the weird ways Spain celebrates San Juan Fri, 21 Jun 2019 13:25:25 +0200 Nobody celebrates festivities with quite the same flair and diversity as Spain, and Saint John's Eve (June 23rd or 24th) is no exception.

Why the extreme heat is wreaking havoc on Europe's trains Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:47:44 +0200 The extreme heat baking much of Europe this week is exposing the limits of rail infrastructure made during cooler times, leading to delays and cancellations along with warnings to travellers with health problems to avoid trips if possible.

Spain's PM vows to press on despite ex-minister's corruption conviction Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:09:50 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Tuesday that his government would continue its work, despite mounting political pressure following the 24-year prison sentence handed to his former right-hand man, ex-transport minister José Luis Ábalos.