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Spain raises 2025 growth forecast to 2.9% Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:06:58 +0100 Spain's leftist government on Tuesday approved an increase of its 2025 growth forecast from 2.7 to 2.9 percent, more than double the average expected in the eurozone.

Spain smashes ring of powerful Mexican drug cartel Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:37:30 +0100 Spanish police on Tuesday said they had broken up the local operations of a powerful Mexican drug cartel designated a terrorist organisation by US President Donald Trump, making 20 arrests.

Franco's Spain: a long and brutal dictatorship Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:17:34 +0100 One of Europe's longest dictatorships will be thrust to the forefront of public debate in Spain on Thursday as the country marks 50 years since General Francisco Franco's death. AFP looks back at the dictator's repressive 36-year regime, which continues to divide Spain.

Spanish minister calls for 'Trump tax' to make US tech giants pay in Spain Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:58:06 +0100 Spain's leftist Labour Minister, Yolanda Díaz, has called for a so-called 'Trump Tax' on tech companies so they pay tax in the country.

How to register with Spain's social security system Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:35:06 +0200 If you want to be able to work in Spain, whether as an employee or self-employed, you will need to register with the country's social security system. Find out the step-by-step process and the documents you'll need to do it.

Bank of Spain rules out property bubble but warns of uneven price rises Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:10:02 +0100 Despite soaring prices and dwindling supply, the Bank of Spain has ruled out another property bubble but warned against price rises in certain areas of the country.

Oysters, not hostias! How to 'swear' politely in Spanish Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:24:21 +0200 Swearing is accepted in many social contexts in Spain, but if you really need to sugarcoat your curse words, there are many euphemisms and expressions that can help you save face in certain situations.

Spain plans to cut Madrid-Barcelona high-speed train to under two hours Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:22:52 +0100 The high-speed Ave train line between Spain's two biggest cities could see its journey time to under two hours, with the Transport Minister promising 350km/hour services.

Divided Spain marks 50 years since ex-dictator Franco's death Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:58:39 +0100 Spain on Thursday marks the 50th anniversary of General Francisco Franco's death with political polarisation exacerbating deep-rooted and bitter divisions over the dictator's legacy.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:42:20 +0100 Mazón faces fiery flood commission grilling in Madrid, Brussels raises growth forecast for Spanish economy, Zelensky in Madrid, and more news from Spain on Tuesday.

EU ministers agree new rules around suspending visa-free travel Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:49:21 +0100 European affairs ministers gave the go ahead this week to new rules that will make it easier to suspend the right to visa-free travel for non-EU countries under certain circumstances.

Barça to make long-awaited Camp Nou return on November 22 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:20:31 +0100 Barcelona will finally return to their reconstructed Camp Nou stadium against Athletic Bilbao on November 22 in La Liga, the club said Monday, after more than two years in exile.

TELL US: What do you think of Airbnb in Spain? Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:16:51 +0100 The Local is looking to hear from readers about their opinions of Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms in Spain.

Budget airline Jet2 launches 11 new routes connecting London and Spain Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:22:21 +0100 As rival Ryanair continues a spat with Spanish airport operators, budget airline Jet2 has launched a new base in London that will connect with 11 Spanish cities.

Ryanair threatens further cuts at Spanish airports for 2026 winter season Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:28:25 +0100 As the budget airline's battle with Spain's airport operator rumbles on, Ryanair's CEO has hinted that the low-cost carrier could further cut routes to Spain's regional airports for winter 2026-27.

Zelensky to meet Spanish PM, King Felipe in Madrid trip Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:15:11 +0100 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold talks with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and King Felipe VI on Tuesday as he tries to rally fresh support against Russia's invasion, Sanchez's office said.

Ten things you need to expect when renting an apartment in Spain Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:53:17 +0200 There are some common matters involved in renting a place in Spain that many foreigners find surprising. Here are ten important factors you need to keep in mind when looking for and securing an apartment in Spain to rent.

Spain pledges €15,000 aid for young people who buy or renovate rural housing Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:34:39 +0100 Spain is to boost state aid for young people to buy and renovate properties in rural areas, an attempt to both ease access to the housing market and rebalance population density in the country.

The reasons why Spain is a top choice for American digital nomads Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:25:07 +0200 Spain has become one of the most sought-after destinations for US nationals looking to work remotely since the introduction of the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa in 2023. Now a new survey reveals the main factors drawing American digital nomads here.

Which tourists need an international driving permit to drive in Spain? Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:59:56 +0100 If you’re travelling in Spain as a tourist and want to be able to drive here, then you'll want to know if you require an international driving permit to do so. Read on to find out if you need one, depending on where your licence is from.