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News from Spain

La Carihuela, Torremolinos.
15. 5. 2026 @ 22:54

Taser-wielding thieves nabbed after eight violent jewellery snatches hit holidaymakers in Torremolinos

Guardia Civil GREIM mountain rescue searching Picos de Europa mountain range.
15. 5. 2026 @ 22:14

61-year-old British hiker still missing in Picos de Europa mountains after overnight search fails to find him

Puppy looking at the camera from behind bars of a cage
15. 5. 2026 @ 17:43

Spain takes historic step with €4 million animal welfare fund for shelters and cat colonies

Young people collecting rubbish off the floor
15. 5. 2026 @ 17:12

Berlin pays tourists to pick up rubbish — should Spain follow the same model?

Dibu of Argentina and Aston Villa.
15. 5. 2026 @ 12:57

World Cup 2026: Fixtures confirmed for June kick-off and where to watch - but beware the scammers

EEA meeting in Brussels.
15. 5. 2026 @ 11:03

Europe demands full answers after Spanish government diverts €10 billion in EU recovery cash

A house by the sea at sunset
14. 5. 2026 @ 23:33

New report says Spain's property prices remain below pre-crash peak

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Spanish Living

Radar speed camera warning sign on a residential street in Spain with a 30 km/h speed limit displayed.
15. 5. 2026 @ 23:36

Spain’s new radars could fine drivers before they even spot the camera

People sharing a large paella and wine at an outdoor restaurant in Spain as restaurants move towards smaller and more flexible portions under new food waste rules.
15. 5. 2026 @ 13:37

Spain’s restaurants could soon start serving smaller meals under new food waste law

Retired woman reviewing financial paperwork at home as pensioners in Spain gain access to tax exemptions after turning 65.
15. 5. 2026 @ 12:00

Thousands of pensioners in Spain could stop paying several taxes after turning 65

Waylet mobile app on a smartphone as Repsol launches traffic fine alerts for drivers in Spain.
13. 5. 2026 @ 11:21

New app alerts Spain drivers before traffic fines become more expensive

Darkened street in Spain during the April 2025 blackout that left thousands of households without electricity.
13. 5. 2026 @ 09:16

Did Spain’s blackout affect you? You could be owed money

Hotels overbooking could mean guests get 'walked'
12. 5. 2026 @ 14:39

Spain hotel warning. Why you could still lose your room after booking this summer, what you need to know

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
12. 5. 2026 @ 13:27

Why electricity bills in Spain double for expats this summer – And easy ways to fight back

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Local News

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
15. 5. 2026 @ 20:01
Costa del Sol

Save A Life and community efforts bring life-saving defibrillator to Yorkshire Linen on Mijas road

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
14. 5. 2026 @ 14:48
Axarquia

Torrox unveils new road link for smoother journeys in growing areas

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
15. 5. 2026 @ 05:15
Almeria

"Run for those who can't": Almeria joins thousands around the world in Wings for Life World Run

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
15. 5. 2026 @ 18:31
Costa Calida

Mazarron launches music walk to boost spring fitness

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
12. 5. 2026 @ 12:30
Costa Blanca South

Benejuzar sets date for return of popular 'Retreta' parade

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
11. 5. 2026 @ 23:05
Costa Blanca North

World Paella Day united residents from across the globe in l’Alfas del Pi

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
14. 5. 2026 @ 16:58
Mallorca

British resident bitten by recluse spider in Mallorca sparks debate on medical misidentification of bites

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
8. 5. 2026 @ 13:27
Madrid

Hotel on wheels: Spain’s new luxury sleeper train experience

Many air conditioning units all ready to kick in for Summer.
30. 4. 2026 @ 11:18
Barcelona

From app to high street: why Revolut is opening its first ever store in Spain

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European News

Grilling sausages on the grill with flames and smoke.
15. 5. 2026 @ 14:01
Belgium

Bangers and cash: two arrested in sausage smuggling case

The Danish royal family on a balcony
14. 5. 2026 @ 17:53
Denmark

Health concerns grow after Queen Margrethe II rushed to Copenhagen hospital

Journalists and media workers representing press freedom in Finland amid global ranking changes in 2026
1. 5. 2026 @ 18:44
Finland

Why Finland has dropped in the world press freedom rankings

Music, dance and party with crowd at concert for rock, live band performance or festival. New year, energy and disco with audience of fans listening at celebration for techno, rave or nightclub event
8. 5. 2026 @ 13:09
France

French minefield turns into dance-floor as thousands attend illegal rave

Young people collecting rubbish off the floor
15. 5. 2026 @ 17:12
Germany

Berlin pays tourists to pick up rubbish — should Spain follow the same model?

Ryanair aircraft landing in Greece as the airline announces major winter flight cuts and base closures.
13. 5. 2026 @ 08:49
Greece

Ryanair slashes flights in Greece and 700,000 seats will disappear this winter

Passengers boarding an Aer Lingus flight
19. 4. 2026 @ 16:28
Ireland

Holiday chaos warning as Aer Lingus slashes summer 2026 flights

Scuba divers in an underwater cave
15. 5. 2026 @ 16:11
Italy

Italian diving group dead after disappearing in submerged cave network in Maldives

Extremely poisonous dart frog.
10. 5. 2026 @ 14:59
Netherlands

Call of nature: Poison dart frogs found in Schiphol Airport toilet

Magnus the Walrus Hopeman Harbour
15. 5. 2026 @ 12:31
Norway

Magnus the walrus is having quite the European holiday. Next stop: Norway

A blue tit in a nest
29. 4. 2026 @ 22:23
Poland

Polish scientists discover birds reusing cigarette butts in nests

Young commandos marching in a city in Portugal
8. 5. 2026 @ 17:07
Portugal

Portugal to offer €439 payment and free driving licence in youth military programme proposal

Controlled explosion on streets of Mälmo.
1. 5. 2026 @ 21:33
Sweden

Explosive culture: Bomb squad detonates live grenade casually left in central Malmö

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Travel

Screens showing TikTok Go’s new travel booking feature allowing users to reserve hotels directly from videos inside the app.
15. 5. 2026 @ 22:58

TikTok’s latest move could completely reshape online travel bookings

Passenger train at a European railway station as the EU proposes a single ticket system for cross border rail travel.
14. 5. 2026 @ 22:00

One train ticket for all Europe? Brussels unveils major rail travel shake up

Ryanair aircraft landing in Greece as the airline announces major winter flight cuts and base closures.
13. 5. 2026 @ 08:49

Ryanair slashes flights in Greece and 700,000 seats will disappear this winter

Passengers queueing to board there flights in Malaga airport
12. 5. 2026 @ 22:45

Malaga Airport braces for busiest summer after record 7.7 million passengers in first four months

Retired couple at an airport as more people consider moving abroad for retirement in 2026.
12. 5. 2026 @ 00:21

The best countries to retire abroad in 2026 and the results may surprise you

Ryanair flight doubles back.
11. 5. 2026 @ 14:12

Fresh chaos for Ryanair passengers as flight issues emergency over Channel before sudden U-turn

Schengen visa document and EU passport as travellers face growing visa appointment delays for summer 2026.
10. 5. 2026 @ 13:07

Getting a Schengen visa for summer 2026 is becoming a nightmare for travellers

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The Costas Trusted Traders

5m x 5m Hip Roof Gazebo with Balusrade by Wood2Go
15. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

Wood 2 Go: 20th anniversary in Spain

Euroguard glass curtains.
14. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

Euroguard HI-SPEC: Stylish glass curtains, blinds, and home improvement solutions in Spain

Smiling senior woman in striped t-shirt sitting by the sea looking at horizon over water.
13. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

Foreign income and investments: Common mistakes in Spanish tax returns

Students engaging in mural painting and collaborative circle time activities, illustrating a dynamic and supportive educational environment.
12. 5. 2026 @ 16:04

The school choice in Spain most expat families live to regret

Nina, a student at Lady Elizabeth School
12. 5. 2026 @ 11:46

Nina, a student at Lady Elizabeth School, invited to share her ideas about the future at TEDxThe British School of Málaga Youth

Ecocorp Solar new showroom.
8. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

Ecocorp Solar new showroom opening: Bringing clean energy solutions closer to the community

Clinica-Baviera
7. 5. 2026 @ 17:20

Say goodbye to glasses: Laser eye surgery and advanced cataract solutions in Spain at Baviera

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Dining out on the Costas

Dune beach Marbella
15. 5. 2026 @ 11:50

Dune Beach Marbella. A chic beachfront escape for long lunches and sunsets

Ilario Imperial Pizzeria
14. 5. 2026 @ 05:00

Ilario Imperial Pizzeria, Mojacar's best Italian restaurant

Toyo sushi tuna tacos
11. 5. 2026 @ 10:57

Toyo Japanese, Asian favours in Fuengirola

Chinchin Puerto el La Caleta.
10. 5. 2026 @ 19:32

Chinchín Puerto brings harbour-fresh seafood straight to the table in Caleta de Velez

Grizzly's World Moraira
7. 5. 2026 @ 13:30

Why Grizzly’s World is becoming Costa Blanca North’s biggest family hotspot

Curry Palace in Turre
7. 5. 2026 @ 05:15

Curry Palace, the restaurant all curry lovers have to try

A meal.
6. 5. 2026 @ 12:49

Azahar restaurante blends modern dining with Mediterranean flavours in Orihuela

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Property & Investment

A house by the sea at sunset
14. 5. 2026 @ 23:33

New report says Spain's property prices remain below pre-crash peak

TOP259131 - LUXURY CALANOVA BARGAIN
13. 5. 2026 @ 10:21

A look at the best 2026 property bargains

Projected Armani designs.
11. 5. 2026 @ 21:49

Armani branded properties: Italian fashion giant enters Marbella property market

Luxury villa with a swimming pool and solar panels on the Costa del Sol, Spain – a prime example of the high-end properties currently being purchased by Polish investors.
11. 5. 2026 @ 12:20

Spain emerges as a safe haven: Why Polish property buyers are flocking to the Costa del Sol in 2026

Man looking at property listings in a real estate agency window in Spain
4. 5. 2026 @ 17:04

Spain is no longer a nation of homeowners as ownership falls faster than in most of Europe

Andalucia Development
3. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

Experience that builds confidence on the Costa del Sol

The Propertissimo team.
2. 5. 2026 @ 09:00

#ADealADay by Propertissimo

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Celebrity Fix

Theo James, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Henry Cavill, Harris Dickinson & Jacob Elordi.
15. 5. 2026 @ 15:17

James Bond actor casting underway - Who would you choose?

Malex in Puerto Banus.
13. 5. 2026 @ 14:53

Retribution movie shoot hits Puerto Banus with luxury yacht scenes in June

Sir David Attenborough, 100 years old.
8. 5. 2026 @ 16:57

Sir David Attenborough at 100: World's favourite broadcaster, naturalist, and environmental advocate celebrated

Singer Bonnie Tyler at a concert in Stuttgart, Germany
7. 5. 2026 @ 21:32

Bonnie Tyler placed in induced coma after emergency surgery in Portugal

Ted Turner founder of CNN News
6. 5. 2026 @ 21:51

Ted Turner, creator of 24-Hour news channel CNN dies at 87

Mijas revelation Sangria Furlo.
28. 4. 2026 @ 10:33

Mark Waters of Mijas' Sangria Furlo: Costa del Sol punk fever breaks out

Radio One DJ Andy Kershaw in the 90s
17. 4. 2026 @ 16:04

Andy Kershaw, trailblazing BBC Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter, dies at 66 after cancer battle