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Car hire firms at airport.

Major car hire firm hit with €1 million fine in Spain for abusive added extras

Avis has been hit with a €1 million fine by Spain’s consumer ministry for abusive practices that left hire car customers out of pocket.
Spanish consumer officials handed the car rental firm the...

7 stories of the day. 7 regions of Spain.
Many suitcases piled up one on top of another.

6,000 bags stranded, 270 flights cancelled: Barcelona airport chaos worsens as strike enters third week

Since a senior Lufthansa executive flew to Barcelona to break the deadlock in person, the...

Image of lions. Could they be in the centre of Spain?

Guardia Civil launches lion hunt in Spain after mystery big cat spotted in Toledo mountains

Residents in a quiet corner of central Spain have been given something rather more unnerving...

An easyJet aircraft on an airport runway.

easyJet abandons major UK airport completely, Málaga and Mallorca flights among routes lost

British travellers who rely on the Yorkshire Airport for direct flights to Spain are set...

Close-up of the back of a Guardia Civil vest reading 'Guardia Civil' in green lettering, photographed in a crowd.

The fake Guardia Civil officer who fooled three women into handing over €135,000

The man’s backpack had a Guardia Civil’s emblem stitched on it, he had photographs in...

EES scanners at an airport

British families flying between UK and Spain given fresh EES warning for under-12s

Parents flying from Britain to Spain with young children may have been left wondering whether...

Clément Vandenkerckhove

Belgian car salesman's life changes forever after royal secret is finally confirmed

For more than two decades, one Belgian man lived with a family secret that had...

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News from Spain

The incident.
20. 8. 2026 @ 14:26

Gibraltar border bus driver under investigation for reckless driving after video surfaces

62 migrants arrive on family beach near Cartagena
20. 8. 2026 @ 13:15

Migrant boat lands in broad daylight at Cartagena beach as holidaymakers pack up and leave

Migrants line up at Playa del Trampolín in Ceuta next to police officers ready to be transferred to shelters.
20. 8. 2026 @ 12:58

Police move an estimated 4,000 migrants off Ceuta's sand in dawn operation

Barcelona university
20. 8. 2026 @ 12:48

Two Spanish universities are back among the world's academic elite

A mosquito biting a person's hand, illustrating how West Nile virus spreads.
20. 8. 2026 @ 12:08

Almería and Málaga city join West Nile virus alert as Andalucía's cases climb to 47

golden eagle
20. 8. 2026 @ 10:09

Jerez Zoo closes after two birds die from West Nile virus as health alert is declared

A wildfire ripping through a eucalyptus forest
19. 8. 2026 @ 23:52

700 flee as suspected arson wildfire spreads from Cáceres into Salamanca

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Spanish Living

Luxury villas on a cliff edge in Mallorca.
20. 8. 2026 @ 18:11

Spain's most expensive street just revealed itself, and it's not where you would expect

A man looks at his phone while a woman sits with her arms crossed at an outdoor café table with coffee and croissants.
18. 8. 2026 @ 17:15

British pub giant bans loud phone videos and calls, should bars in Spain follow?

Air conditioning units on side of block of flats in Spain
18. 8. 2026 @ 09:49

Electricity bills in Spain about to top €100 in August for first time in four years. FACUA’s simple steps to fight back

Euro banknotes in various denominations fanned out on a wooden surface, with a BBVA bank card tucked among them.
12. 8. 2026 @ 13:11

Mortgage revisions in Spain are landing €65 a month higher as Euríbor nears 3%

Woman having meeting with professional lawyer at wooden desk indoors
10. 8. 2026 @ 05:30

Legal disputes in Spain. What foreign residents and property owners need to know before problems escalate

Short fin mako shark under the ocean surface
9. 8. 2026 @ 13:16

Sharks in Spain: The beaches where you are most likely to have an encounter

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
8. 8. 2026 @ 17:04

Buying a home in Spain is slipping further out of reach for expats and locals

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Local News

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
19. 8. 2026 @ 12:33
Costa del Sol

Andalucian culture hits the town of Casares with a two-night traditional party

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
19. 8. 2026 @ 14:57
Axarquia

Axarquia's raisin grape growers left counting the cost as relentless heat wipes out harvest

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
14. 8. 2026 @ 12:35
Almeria

Turre man praised after diving into sea to rescue trapped turtle

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
20. 8. 2026 @ 18:10
Costa Calida

San Javier International Festival draws to a close after weeks of performances

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
20. 8. 2026 @ 16:04
Costa Blanca South

Safer and brighter route between Hurchillo and Bigastro after €22,000 lighting upgrade

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
20. 8. 2026 @ 17:34
Costa Blanca North

El Campello hosts weekly charity breakfast to support rescued puppies in local animal shelter

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
18. 8. 2026 @ 23:55
Mallorca

Health card request sparks violent rampage at Spanish health centre

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
10. 8. 2026 @ 09:03
Madrid

Madrid wildfire nightmare returns as new blaze forces villages to evacuate

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
20. 7. 2026 @ 16:59
Barcelona

Passengers' terror as British Airways flight to Barcelona declares mid-air emergency

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European News

Gold bars laid out and a bucket bull of gold coins.
14. 8. 2026 @ 14:24
Belgium

'We've found gold': Belgian builders strike €9m treasure hidden behind cellar wall

Wolf pack
31. 7. 2026 @ 15:47
Denmark

Denmark warns holidaymakers: Stand your ground if a wolf approaches

Finland's pink shopping baskets could help you find love in the supermarket
30. 7. 2026 @ 15:48
Finland

Forget dating apps! Finland's pink shopping baskets help you find love in the supermarket

Emmanuel Macron speaking at a podium in a dark suit against a blue backdrop.
19. 8. 2026 @ 19:04
France

Macron signs assisted dying into law: who actually qualifies in France

Three racoon cubs in Germany.
20. 8. 2026 @ 18:53
Germany

Four raccoons set free in 1934 now number nearly two million across Germany

Two firefighting helicopters amongst the smoke and ashes trying to extinguish a wildfire
2. 8. 2026 @ 23:12
Greece

Two firefighting heroes killed after helicopters collide battling Greece wildfire

Two fresh pints of Guiness.
7. 8. 2026 @ 18:57
Ireland

Guinness lost at sea 162 years ago could finally be brewed again

Three panels of Antonello da Messina's 1473 San Gregorio Polyptych, stolen from Messina's regional museum this month.
17. 8. 2026 @ 14:18
Italy

€80m Renaissance masterpieces stolen from Sicily museum despite working alarms and guards on duty

Go ahead eagles stadium
10. 8. 2026 @ 14:27
Netherlands

Football fans gasp as pre-match stunt takes unexpected turn at Dutch season opener

King Harald V of Norway standing in official military dress uniform with medals and sash, in a palace doorway.
18. 8. 2026 @ 14:33
Norway

Norway's King Harald, 89, hospitalised with blood disorder as Crown Prince Haakon takes over as regent

Virgin Mary statue unveiled in Poland.
16. 8. 2026 @ 15:27
Poland

Giant 55-metre Virgin Mary statue taller than Rio’s Christ unveiled in tiny Polish village

medieval festival portugal
13. 8. 2026 @ 16:01
Portugal

One night, thousands gathered in the dark at Portugal’s medieval festival

Spanish national police walk the Swedish fugitive into custody.
3. 8. 2026 @ 19:59
Sweden

Swedish gang fugitive accused of 20 violent crimes found hiding in Sitges villa

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Travel

Luggage scales
19. 8. 2026 @ 09:30

"Bag pooling" airline hack that could save UK travellers to Spain a few pennies this summer

Hayley Waters family
17. 8. 2026 @ 12:20

Family barred from Jet2 flight over sick daughter, what you should be aware of if someone falls ill at airport

Lightning and hail strike Malaga
15. 8. 2026 @ 11:31

Storms threaten flight chaos on Spain’s southern and eastern Costas today

Heathrow airport
15. 8. 2026 @ 11:22

Drivers warned to not drive as Heathrow chaos leaves thousands of holidaymakers facing a nightmare start to their getaway

Cars driving fast on motorway
14. 8. 2026 @ 13:35

Electric cars can legally drive 30km/h faster than petrol cars in one European country: Will Spain be next?

Weight loss jabs and euros
12. 8. 2026 @ 23:01

Travellers to Spain risk claim rejection over weight-loss jabs if they miss this important insurance step

Don’t miss embarkation.
12. 8. 2026 @ 09:54

I nearly missed my ship on embarkation day. What am I doing wrong?

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The Costas Trusted Traders

Ciudad Patricia
20. 8. 2026 @ 21:30

A new chapter in retirement living on the Costa Blanca

Revolution Technology
20. 8. 2026 @ 19:30

From smart technology to home essentials, Revolution has the solution

Muebles IndalOcio SL
20. 8. 2026 @ 16:30

Brightening up your outdoor and indoor living space: A friendly look at Muebles IndalOcio SL

SV Iron Monkey
20. 8. 2026 @ 13:30

When the Mediterranean became the ultimate seat for the eclipse

Healthy, hydration and senior woman drinking water for wellness and liquid diet detox at home.
20. 8. 2026 @ 12:21

Heat can accelerate deterioration in people with Alzheimer’s if action is not taken in time

Lady Elizabeth School
20. 8. 2026 @ 11:45

A truly multilingual education from day one at Lady Elizabeth School

Škoda Cadena Automoción Vera
17. 8. 2026 @ 16:53

Experience La Vuelta from the inside with Škoda Cadena Automoción Vera

Read more on The Costas Trusted Traders »

Dining out on the Costas

Just one of the regulars at Christy's.
17. 8. 2026 @ 17:14

Big Donny turns into a chip after too many orders at Christy’s Fuengirola

Thai Garden
13. 8. 2026 @ 11:30

Taste of Thailand on the Costa del Sol

The unveiling ceremony.
11. 8. 2026 @ 12:23

Newly-unveiled nautical beach in Los Alcazares turns the Mar Menor into a year-round playground

Thai Garden, Calle del Castillo, Fuengirola
8. 8. 2026 @ 19:04

Thai Garden Fuengirola: Bringing the real taste of Thailand to the Costa del Sol

Milu restaurant in Port d'Andratx
6. 8. 2026 @ 12:57

MILU - Italian fine dining at the heart of Port d'Andratx

MUMTAZ MAHAL, Indan restaurant in Coin.
6. 8. 2026 @ 05:30

South Asia comes to Coin: Mumtaz Mahal for Indian tradition and culinary delight

Friends' night at Christy's.
1. 8. 2026 @ 11:07

Friends night at Christy’s Fuengirola turns terrace into cool family retreat

Read more on Dining out on the Costas »

Property & Investment

Luxury villas on a cliff edge in Mallorca.
20. 8. 2026 @ 18:11

Spain's most expensive street just revealed itself, and it's not where you would expect

Outside of Five Real Estate offices with staff holding the award
20. 8. 2026 @ 11:30

Award-Winning Estate Agent in Spain

Best Beachfront Deal TOP261032
19. 8. 2026 @ 09:00

Property hotspots on the Costa del Sol

The firefighters.
11. 8. 2026 @ 12:52

Murcian firefighters are bringing vital drinking water to earthquake survivors in Venezuela

A previous edition.
8. 8. 2026 @ 22:26

Everything you need to know about Cabo de Pop festival this August

Person looking at rows of property listings displayed in a Spanish estate-agent window.
8. 8. 2026 @ 17:04

Buying a home in Spain is slipping further out of reach for expats and locals

Our walkthrough video tours sell property quickly.
5. 8. 2026 @ 15:55

Selling property on the “Costa del Sol”

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Celebrity Fix

Firefighters in the remains of a wildfire in Madrid Spain
4. 8. 2026 @ 21:19

Football superstar donates €80,000 to help rebuild Madrid communities

Julio Iglesias performing on stage.
22. 7. 2026 @ 11:40

Julio Iglesias sues Spain’s vice president for €50,000 after she refuses to retract abuse claims

King Keegan in his hay day.
20. 7. 2026 @ 16:58

Kevin Keegan dies aged 75: England football icon and Newcastle legend passes after cancer battle

Actor Sam Neil at the Venice Film Festival
13. 7. 2026 @ 11:39

The actor who inspired a generation's childhood dreams has died aged 78

Tracy-Ann Oberman
10. 7. 2026 @ 16:50

EastEnders star Tracy-Ann Oberman denied boarding onto Spain flight, the detail you must check before travel

Bonnie Tyler
9. 7. 2026 @ 12:27

Bonnie Tyler, the unmistakable voice of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', has died at 75

Portrait of Jeremy Clarkson
17. 6. 2026 @ 12:03

Jeremy Clarkson reveals ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer diagnosis in Clarkson’s Farm finale

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