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Head of Spain's public broadcaster backs new Eurovision boycott Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:18:38 +0200 The head of Spain's public broadcaster said on Tuesday he supported boycotting Eurovision again over Israel's participation, potentially adding to the countries snubbing the world's biggest live televised music event.

Spain releases censored Franco-era footage of foreign hippies in Ibiza Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:46:08 +0200 Spain’s public broadcaster RTVE has released never-before-seen footage of foreign hippies in Ibiza in the early 70s, a film reel censored by Franco’s dictatorship and which showcases how much Spanish society has changed.

COMPARE: How expensive are fuel prices around Europe right now? Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:07:14 +0200 Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to tackle the crisis.

The UK taxes Brits have to pay when moving to Spain Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:05:08 +0200 Following the rumours of a potential new 'exit tax' for Brits leaving the UK which have since been ruled out, we look at the UK taxes and fiscal responsibilities Brits may actually have to deal with when moving to Spain and living here.

Why do Spaniards dress for the season rather than the weather? Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:41:58 +0200 If you've lived in or visited Spain in autumn or winter you may have noticed that Spaniards often dress according to the time of year and not how hot or cold it is. We asked our readers to share their stories as we find out why this could be.

Can I run a business from my flat or house in Spain? Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:18:59 +0200 For many self-employed foreigners in Spain, setting up their own business from home is the easiest and cheapest option. But what does Spanish law say about receiving customers if you live in a shared building, or even if you live in a separate house?

What to know before getting botox in Spain Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:54:19 +0200 Are you considering getting botox treatments in Spain? Here's what you need to know about how it's regulated in the country, who is allowed to perform the injections and average prices.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:45:52 +0200 US accounts for €1 in every €5 of foreign investment in Spain, fake cops carry out kidnapping on Barcelona motorway, migrant child stows away from Ceuta to mainland Spain under football bus and more news on Tuesday September 22nd.

Locals in Barcelona, Ibiza and Mallorca protest Spain's airport expansions Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:15:28 +0200 Thousands of protesters took to the streets on Sunday in three of Spain's holiday hotspots to oppose plans for respective airport expansions, fearing this could worsen problems with overtourism, housing and climate change.

Spain's PM says unregulated AI could be 'devastating' Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:39:53 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday joined a chorus of calls to regulate AI as safety fears around the technology escalate, warning of potentially "devastating" consequences.

Are smart glasses legal in Spain? Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:30:39 +0200 With the rise in popularity of AI smart glasses, such as Meta's Ray-Bans, we look at whether or not you're legally allowed to use them to film in public in Spain.

Spain's opposition wants to close door to migrants who don't work Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:58:46 +0200 The leader of Spain’s conservative PP on Sunday reiterated his party’s calls for tougher citizenship and immigration policies, stating that he wants to “completely” close the country’s borders to foreigners who "live off others" or who break the law.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:56:32 +0200 Spain to experience 35C Indian summer heat this week, fifth anniversary of La Palma volcanic eruption, UK digital bank Monzo to launch in Spain and more news on Monday September 21st.

IN NUMBERS: How many Britons have residency permits across Europe? Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:49:30 +0200 Of the 920,000 British citizens who had a residence permit in EU countries at the end of 2025 most of them are concentrated in three countries, new data has revealed.

Does having a good credit score matter in Spain? Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:58:17 +0100 If you're packing up your things and heading off to start a new life in Spain, you might be wondering what happens to your credit score and if it even matters.

LISTED: The 18 new Wizz Air flight routes to and from Spain this autumn Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:46:45 +0200 As Hungarian airline Wizz Air continues with its goal of becoming Spain's most popular low-cost carrier, we look at its new national and international flights to and from the country this autumn and winter.

The vocabulary you need to understand the Spanish citizenship process Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:46:37 +0200 Applying for Spanish citizenship can be a complex process - and the terminology used by Spanish authorities is equally hard. We've broken down the words and phrases you're likely to come across during the application process.

EU proposes new rules on recognition of qualifications for non-EU citizens Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:05:32 +0200 New legislation proposed by the European Commission this week seeks to make the recognition of professional qualifications easier for non-EU citizens, a common complaint of many who've moved to the bloc from abroad.

OPINION: Do Canadians really want closer ties with Europe? Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:54:19 +0200 International headlines have been made this week by the EU and Canada announcing their mutual intention to form a deeper relationship. Mandy Pipher, The Local's resident Canadian, examines whether her compatriots would actually accept tighter ties with Europe.

Inside Spain: How to live as long as a Spaniard Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:22:58 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain we look at the habits you can adopt to achieve a life expectancy as long as Spaniards', the highest in the EU for many years now. And we're not just talking about the Mediterranean diet.