Evacuees from Spain's huge wildfire struggle with scale of devastationWed, 22 Jul 2026 15:43:27 +0200 You can smell the fire dozens of kilometres away, and its smoke has partly blocked out the sun: the huge wildfire north of Madrid has unnerved officials and evacuees alike. | |
Unable to sweat during a heatwave: Life with a rare skin disorder in SpainWed, 22 Jul 2026 14:02:32 +0200 Every summer, Alberto Gómez lives with a fear most people never consider. The 36-year-old Spanish physics and chemistry teacher has a rare genetic skin disorder that leaves him unable to sweat properly -- and therefore unable to cool himself naturally during extreme heat. | |
AI can't agree if Spain's property prices will dropWed, 22 Jul 2026 12:26:31 +0200 What does Artificial Intelligence think about Spain's property market and is it predicting prices will decrease? From Gemini to ChatGPT, the world's most popular AI models seem incapable of agreeing on what awaits homebuyers. | |
Which rental costs in Spain should be covered by my landlord?Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:14:06 +0100 Whether you’re a landlord or a renter, knowing which costs you’re responsible for is essential before signing a rental contract or when unexpected expenses arise. | |
Twelve Spanish tricks to sleep better during a heatwaveWed, 22 Jul 2026 11:01:15 +0200 Spaniards are used to scorching summers and tropical nights, meaning that they're familiar with many ingenious, unwritten rules for making their homes and bodies cool at night so they can sleep better without the need for air-con. | |
KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Spain in August 2026Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:46:50 +0200 Spain 'closes' for the month, the first total solar eclipse in a century, new AI laws come into effect, more wildfires expected, bottled drinks to cost more at bars, and plenty more - Here's what's happening in August 2026. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayWed, 22 Jul 2026 08:55:25 +0200 Iberian lynx seen for first time in a century in the Basque Country, man arrested at Barcelona airport for throwing bag and shouting "Allahu Akbar" and more news on Wednesday July 22nd. | |
Spain moves to ban smoking at bar terraces, parks and beachesTue, 21 Jul 2026 16:49:17 +0200 Spain's minority left-wing government approved on Tuesday a draft law that would ban smoking and vaping in outdoor spaces including bar terraces, parks, university campuses and beaches. | |
The differences between getting your driving licence in Spain and the USFri, 09 May 2025 16:18:41 +0200 If you're an American moving to Spain and want to continue driving here, you'll most likely have to resit your exam. Here are the differences between the two countries you should be aware of. | |
European countries move to ban social media for childrenMon, 13 Jul 2026 12:02:47 +0200 Lawmakers in France are scheduled to vote on Tuesday to ban social media for under-15s -- one of 20 countries worldwide to have proposed or introduced such measures, with many of them in Europe. | |
Foreign residents unite after devastating wildfire in southern SpainTue, 21 Jul 2026 12:19:40 +0200 Foreigners in the town of Bédar, one of the Almería municipalities destroyed by a recent wildfire that killed 13 people, have already begun rallying together to help rebuild their homes and lives. | |
LISTED: The tax deductions if you work from home in SpainTue, 21 Jul 2026 10:42:28 +0200 If you're self-employed in Spain and work from home there are several expenses you can offset against tax. Find out exactly what is allowed in your case. | |
LATEST: Another major blaze starts as Spain battles biggest wildfire of the yearMon, 20 Jul 2026 10:44:51 +0200 A huge wildfire in central Spain continues to burn out of control this Tuesday with 1,200 people evacuated, while a second one near Segovia is also of major concern. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup latest news on TuesdayTue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:47 +0200 Basque police arrest four for assaulting Spanish football fans, Barcelona crime levels fall in first half of the year, Spain's conservatives call on government to change Grandchildren's Citizenship Law and more news from Spain this Tuesday July 20th. | |
World Cup champs Spain lap up adulation of two million people on bus paradeMon, 20 Jul 2026 15:58:29 +0200 New World Cup champions Spain enjoyed a vibrant night of celebrations after an open-top bus parade through the streets of Madrid on Monday in front of a jubilant crowd of an estimated two million people. | |
Do I have to register as self-employed in Spain if I rent to tourists?Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:05:30 +0100 If you rent your property out to tourists in Spain, is it necessary to register as 'autónomo'? Does how much you earn or how often you let it out to holidaymakers make a difference? Here's what you need to know. | |
Airport bosses warn EU's new border checks triple waiting times for BritsMon, 20 Jul 2026 14:22:17 +0200 European airport bosses have warned that new EU border checks are significantly increasing waiting times for British nationals arriving in the bloc, in some cases tripling the average. | |
EU fines AliExpress €550m over sale of illegal products in EuropeMon, 20 Jul 2026 13:49:43 +0200 The EU on Monday slapped a €550 million fine on online retailer AliExpress for allowing the sale of illegal products in Europe, including unsafe toys and cosmetics. | |
Spain to allow dogs of up to 40 kg to travel next to owners on trainsMon, 20 Jul 2026 13:31:00 +0200 Good news for pet owners in Spain as dogs weighing up to 40 kilos will now be able to travel on all Renfe train services starting this Tuesday July 21st. | |
Superb Spain worthy winners of World Cup dominated by superstar namesMon, 20 Jul 2026 11:25:48 +0200 It was a World Cup in which football's biggest names sprinkled stardust over the tournament, yet in the end the trophy deservingly went to a formidable if unspectacular Spain side who were simply too strong, even without Lamine Yamal being at his thrilling best. | |