News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views in English since 1998 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:12:01 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 OECD warns Spain for taxing workers too much: Tax rising faster than salaries https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/oecd-warns-spain-for-taxing-workers-too-much-tax-rising-faster-than-salaries/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/oecd-warns-spain-for-taxing-workers-too-much-tax-rising-faster-than-salaries/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:07:31 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567396 Hard workers in Spain are facing a shrinking disposable income as the national tax burden continues to climb well above international averages. Recent data released by the OECD in the “Taxing Wages 2026” report confirms that a single worker without children now loses 41.4 per cent of their gross earnings to the government and social security. The figures show Spain’s “tax wedge” (the difference…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/oecd-warns-spain-for-taxing-workers-too-much-tax-rising-faster-than-salaries/feed/ 0 This airline is ending free hand luggage on cheapest tickets https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/this-airline-is-ending-free-hand-luggage-on-cheapest-tickets/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/this-airline-is-ending-free-hand-luggage-on-cheapest-tickets/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:03:42 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567398 Passengers booking the cheapest Brussels Airlines tickets on short and medium haul routes are about to see a major change. Free cabin bags will no longer be included on the lowest fare, meaning many travellers who want to bring a standard hand luggage case will have to pay more. The move forms part of a wider shake up across the Lufthansa Group and is likely to affect people who have grown used…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/this-airline-is-ending-free-hand-luggage-on-cheapest-tickets/feed/ 0 Altea’s community spirit shines as fair draws huge crowds and local support https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/alteas-community-spirit-shines-as-fair-draws-huge-crowds-and-local-support/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/alteas-community-spirit-shines-as-fair-draws-huge-crowds-and-local-support/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:45:22 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567126 The coastal town of Altea has once again showcased the strength of its community with a successful new edition of its annual Associations Fair, bringing together dozens of local groups and attracting a strong turnout from residents and visitors alike. Held in the heart of the town, the event has firmly established itself as a key date in Altea’s social calendar. It offers a rare opportunity for…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/alteas-community-spirit-shines-as-fair-draws-huge-crowds-and-local-support/feed/ 0 Nube floats into Estepona https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/nube-floats-into-estepona/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/nube-floats-into-estepona/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:37:35 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567394 Estepona is about to get a seriously stylish new addition. Nube, the new venue on Calle Playa del Cristo, is preparing for its soft opening on Friday, May 1, with Russian DJ Fedor Fomin delivering the tunes. Sitting perfectly close to Playa del Cristo, one of Estepona’s most popular beautiful stretches of sand, the location alone tells you everything you need to know about the vibe at the new…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/nube-floats-into-estepona/feed/ 0 Second serious injury in Spain’s La Maestranza bullring reignites controversy https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/second-serious-injury-in-spains-la-maestranza-bullring-reignites-controversy/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/second-serious-injury-in-spains-la-maestranza-bullring-reignites-controversy/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:54:37 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567392 Spain is having an unlucky week in the bullfighting sector following a second serious injury at the Maestranza in Sevilla on Thursday 23 April during the Feria de Abril, when matador Andrés Roca Rey was injured in the final stages of a corrida. A corrida is a traditional Spanish bullfighting event in which a matador performs a structured sequence of passes against a bull inside the arena…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/second-serious-injury-in-spains-la-maestranza-bullring-reignites-controversy/feed/ 0 Marbella tsunami alert: New emergency evacuation routes and drills approved to protect Costa del Sol residents https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/marbella-tsunami-alert-new-emergency-evacuation-routes-and-drills-approved-to-protect-costa-del-sol-residents/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/marbella-tsunami-alert-new-emergency-evacuation-routes-and-drills-approved-to-protect-costa-del-sol-residents/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:07:35 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567390 Marbella has officially ratified two comprehensive safety protocols designed to manage potential seismic and tsunami events. These documents outline precise evacuation paths and designated safe zones to guarantee a rapid response if disaster strikes. Local authorities finalised these plans recently to address concerns of risks that, while not immediate, require meticulous long-term preparation.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/marbella-tsunami-alert-new-emergency-evacuation-routes-and-drills-approved-to-protect-costa-del-sol-residents/feed/ 0 Gibraltar sees surge in residency applications after border agreement https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/gibraltar-sees-surge-in-residency-applications-after-border-agreement/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/gibraltar-sees-surge-in-residency-applications-after-border-agreement/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:14:45 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567386 Gibraltar has recorded a significant increase in residency applications following the political agreement linked to the future removal of border controls at the land border crossing between Gibraltar and Spain commonly known as La Verja. The rise in applications followed progress in negotiations between the United Kingdom, Spain and the European Union over Gibraltar’s post-Brexit status.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/gibraltar-sees-surge-in-residency-applications-after-border-agreement/feed/ 0 Stay out of the sea: Torremolinos imposes immediate & strict bathing ban at Los Álamos beach for sewage readings https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/stay-out-of-the-sea-torremolinos-imposes-immediate-strict-bathing-ban-at-los-alamos-beach-for-sewage-readings/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/stay-out-of-the-sea-torremolinos-imposes-immediate-strict-bathing-ban-at-los-alamos-beach-for-sewage-readings/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:59:57 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567387 Torremolinos council have officially banned swimming at Los Álamos beach following a worrying update regarding water safety. Recent laboratory results confirmed that bacterial levels from leaked sewage exceed all legal limits, making the extremely popular stretch of coastline unsafe for public use. Public health protocols have required immediate action to prevent illness among bathers and…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/stay-out-of-the-sea-torremolinos-imposes-immediate-strict-bathing-ban-at-los-alamos-beach-for-sewage-readings/feed/ 0 Age Concern – Marbella & San Pedro fundraiser gala 2026 https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/age-concern-marbella-san-pedro-fundraiser-gala-2026/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/age-concern-marbella-san-pedro-fundraiser-gala-2026/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:57:18 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567383 Age Concern Marbella-San Pedro is organising its well loved annual charity gala for 2026 to raise essential funds for older English-speaking residents on the Costa del Sol. Previous events have drawn large crowds eager to enjoy good food, music and company while contributing to a cause that combats loneliness and provides practical help. Carol Woolnoth, president of the charity…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/age-concern-marbella-san-pedro-fundraiser-gala-2026/feed/ 0 Spanish supermarkets ranked by consumers: Where fresh food performs best and worst https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spanish-supermarkets-ranked-by-consumers-where-fresh-food-performs-best-and-worst/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spanish-supermarkets-ranked-by-consumers-where-fresh-food-performs-best-and-worst/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:34:44 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567380 A new consumer study in Spain has highlighted clear differences in how shoppers experience fresh food across the country’s main supermarket chains, with results that may be particularly relevant for foreign residents and expats living in Spain and regularly navigating local grocery shopping. The findings come from the Organización de Consumidores y Usuarios (OCU), which surveyed around 7,600…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spanish-supermarkets-ranked-by-consumers-where-fresh-food-performs-best-and-worst/feed/ 0 Spain’s 018 accident helpline is now live. Here’s what happens when you call https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spains-018-accident-helpline-is-now-live-heres-what-happens-when-you-call/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spains-018-accident-helpline-is-now-live-heres-what-happens-when-you-call/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:59:54 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567376 Starting today, April 23, the 018 road accident helpline is active in Spain as a national support service for people affected by road traffic accidents. Operated by the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), it provides assistance across the country to anyone involved in or impacted by a road incident. Unlike emergency services number 112, 018 is not designed for reporting an accident as it happens.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/spains-018-accident-helpline-is-now-live-heres-what-happens-when-you-call/feed/ 0 Alicante expands transport app to Apple users https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/alicante-expands-transport-app-to-apple-users/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/alicante-expands-transport-app-to-apple-users/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:52:14 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567365 The Alicante City Council has expanded the reach of the Alicante Moves (Alicante se mueve) app, which aims to facilitate travel within the city by providing real-time traffic updates for users. The app is now available for Apple users. To be specific, the Alicante Moves app and its corresponding website allow its users to check the exact arrival time of city buses at each stop…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/alicante-expands-transport-app-to-apple-users/feed/ 0 British woman honoured 42 years after putting her foot down for life-saving Costa del Sol bridge https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/british-woman-honoured-42-years-after-putting-her-foot-down-for-life-saving-costa-del-sol-bridge/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/british-woman-honoured-42-years-after-putting-her-foot-down-for-life-saving-costa-del-sol-bridge/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:26:07 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567357 Heroes often come in the form of people who simply refuse to look the other way. Stella Bosworth returned to Estepona on Thursday, April 23, to receive a silver plaque in honour of her unwavering determination in 1984. That year, she witnessed the lethal nature of the coastal road, the A340, now the A-7, and delivered a stern ultimatum to her boss: build a bridge or lose a manager.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/british-woman-honoured-42-years-after-putting-her-foot-down-for-life-saving-costa-del-sol-bridge/feed/ 0 Three injured in fire at La Ermita industrial estate in Marbella https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/three-injured-in-fire-at-la-ermita-industrial-estate-in-marbella/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/three-injured-in-fire-at-la-ermita-industrial-estate-in-marbella/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:18:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567359 Emergency services quickly and efficiently brought under control a major fire that broke out on Thursday, April 23 in the morning at a candle warehouse in the La Ermita industrial estate in Marbella. The incident began shortly before 10am, according to local reports, and produced a large column of black smoke that was visible from several parts of the town. The smoke prompted a rapid response…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/three-injured-in-fire-at-la-ermita-industrial-estate-in-marbella/feed/ 0 ‘A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans’ brings jazz spectacle to Torrevieja https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-journey-to-the-heart-of-new-orleans-brings-jazz-spectacle-to-torrevieja/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-journey-to-the-heart-of-new-orleans-brings-jazz-spectacle-to-torrevieja/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:17:42 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567358 Music lovers in Torrevieja are gearing up for an unforgettable evening as the “A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans” spectacle brings the spirit of jazz to the city this spring. Taking place on Thursday, May 7, this show promises to transport audiences back to the birthplace of one of the world’s most influential musical genres with an immersive, themed night. Forming part of Torrevieja’…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-journey-to-the-heart-of-new-orleans-brings-jazz-spectacle-to-torrevieja/feed/ 0 New EU rules could make it easier for foreign healthcare workers in Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/new-eu-rules-could-make-it-easier-for-foreign-healthcare-workers-in-spain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/new-eu-rules-could-make-it-easier-for-foreign-healthcare-workers-in-spain/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:41:38 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567349 Spain has updated its healthcare qualification rules in a move that could make it easier for foreign professionals, including many British workers, to live and work across the country. The change comes after the new law was published on Thursday April 23 in the Boletín Oficial del Estado, Spain’s official state gazette where all national laws are announced. Thousands of English speaking nurses…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/new-eu-rules-could-make-it-easier-for-foreign-healthcare-workers-in-spain/feed/ 0 Heading to MotoGP Jerez? 500,000 trips, drones and surprise road checks planned across Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/500000-journeys-for-motogp-what-drivers-need-to-know-about-the-dgts-operation-this-weekend/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/500000-journeys-for-motogp-what-drivers-need-to-know-about-the-dgts-operation-this-weekend/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:05:39 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567351 Spain is bracing for one of the busiest travel weekends of the year as up to 500,000 journeys are expected for the MotoGP in Jerez. Authorities have warned drivers to prepare for heavy traffic, increased controls and aerial surveillance, with Dirección General de Tráfico rolling out a major nationwide operation from April 24 to 26. See the live traffic map below for real time updates.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/500000-journeys-for-motogp-what-drivers-need-to-know-about-the-dgts-operation-this-weekend/feed/ 0 Foreign population boom in Spain: 700,000 increase in just one year https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/foreign-population-boom-in-spain-700000-increase-in-just-one-year/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/foreign-population-boom-in-spain-700000-increase-in-just-one-year/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:55:54 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567341 The number of immigrants living across the European Union has reached a historic high, with 64.2 million foreign-born residents recorded in 2025. The figure, published in a new report by the Centre for Research and Analysis on Migration at RFBerlin, marks an increase of around 2.1 million in just one year. Drawing on data from Eurostat and the UNHCR, the report highlights how migration has…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/foreign-population-boom-in-spain-700000-increase-in-just-one-year/feed/ 0 Party around the world in five days. Fuengirola Feria Internacional de los Paises returns https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/party-around-the-world-in-five-days-fuengirola-feria-internacional-de-los-paises-returns/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/party-around-the-world-in-five-days-fuengirola-feria-internacional-de-los-paises-returns/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:04:00 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567346 One of the Costa del Sol’s most lively, beloved annual events is back, and this year it comes with a big anniversary. The Fuengirola Feria Internacional de los Paises, known as FIP, returns from Wednesday, April 29 to Sunday, May 3, celebrating its 30th edition with 33 countries, more than 1,500 parade participants and, as always, free entry, food and fun for all. Now in its third decade…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/party-around-the-world-in-five-days-fuengirola-feria-internacional-de-los-paises-returns/feed/ 0 Petrol strike cancelled: Spanish unions reach a 2026 pay deal to stop fuel closures https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/petrol-strike-cancelled-spanish-unions-reach-a-2026-pay-deal-to-stop-fuel-closures/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/petrol-strike-cancelled-spanish-unions-reach-a-2026-pay-deal-to-stop-fuel-closures/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:32:46 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567338 As of Thursday, April 23, 2026, the risk of disruption at petrol stations across Spain has eased after unions and employers reached a preliminary agreement in the service station sector. The deal, which resolves a long-running dispute over pay and conditions, includes a 3.4% salary increase retroactive to 2025 and a further 2% rise for 2026. As a result, the planned strike action on April 30…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/petrol-strike-cancelled-spanish-unions-reach-a-2026-pay-deal-to-stop-fuel-closures/feed/ 0 Bedsheets to heartbeats. Yorkshire Linen hosts defibrillator fundraiser https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/bedsheets-to-heartbeats-yorkshire-linen-hosts-defibrillator-fundraiser/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/bedsheets-to-heartbeats-yorkshire-linen-hosts-defibrillator-fundraiser/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:22:45 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567342 Yorkshire Linen Beds & More is hosting a community charity market on Saturday, May 2 in support of Save a Life (SAL), the incredible defibrillator charity, with all proceeds going towards placing another device close to the Mijas shop. The day is hoping to raise €850 to purchase the new equipment. For anyone who has items lying around that they would like to be put to good use then why not take…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/bedsheets-to-heartbeats-yorkshire-linen-hosts-defibrillator-fundraiser/feed/ 0 Mexico, Mykonos now Marbella. Welcome Bonbonniere.  https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/mexico-mykonos-now-marbella-welcome-bonbonniere/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/mexico-mykonos-now-marbella-welcome-bonbonniere/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:28:27 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567336 Olivia Valere, the historic Golden Mile hotspot that has hosted everyone from Mick Jagger and Prince to Paris Hilton and Sean Connery during its near-30-year reign, has closed its doors and the Mandala Group is moving in. The hospitality giant has signed a 10-year lease on the famous venue and will reopen it as Bonbonniere Marbella. Marbella, first up in Spain and a second venture already…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/mexico-mykonos-now-marbella-welcome-bonbonniere/feed/ 0 Madrid to Málaga AVE returns next week after months of disruption https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/madrid-to-malaga-ave-returns-next-week-after-months-of-disruption/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/madrid-to-malaga-ave-returns-next-week-after-months-of-disruption/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:57:37 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567330 Passengers travelling between Madrid and Málaga will soon be able to use the direct high speed AVE service again, with the line set to reopen on April 30 at 12pm after being closed since early February. The route was suspended following serious storm damage near Álora in Málaga province, cutting one of southern Spain’s most important rail links for nearly three months.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/madrid-to-malaga-ave-returns-next-week-after-months-of-disruption/feed/ 0 Spain’s migrant regularisation scheme draws attention amid unverified claims of UK-linked arrivals https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/pakistanis-travel-from-uk-to-spain-as-migrant-regularisation-sparks-row/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/pakistanis-travel-from-uk-to-spain-as-migrant-regularisation-sparks-row/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:39:41 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567328 Spain’s new migrant regularisation process is attracting increased attention following claims in parts of the Spanish media that some Pakistani nationals may be travelling from the United Kingdom in an attempt to access the scheme. The reports, published by Okdiario, have been widely shared in recent days, although there is no official data confirming such movements. The policy…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/pakistanis-travel-from-uk-to-spain-as-migrant-regularisation-sparks-row/feed/ 1 Belgium launches new emergency warning campaign and wants residents ready before the next crisis https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/belgium-launches-new-emergency-warning-campaign-and-wants-residents-ready-before-the-next-crisis/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/belgium-launches-new-emergency-warning-campaign-and-wants-residents-ready-before-the-next-crisis/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:20:15 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567319 Belgium is asking people to do something many only think about when there is already a problem. Get prepared before the emergency starts. The country’s National Crisis Centre has launched a four year public campaign encouraging residents to be ready for events such as severe weather, power cuts, gas outages and other sudden disruptions. The first focus is simple but important: know where to get…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/belgium-launches-new-emergency-warning-campaign-and-wants-residents-ready-before-the-next-crisis/feed/ 0 Denmark train crash leaves four critical after commuter collision https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/denmark-train-crash-leaves-four-critical-after-commuter-collision/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/denmark-train-crash-leaves-four-critical-after-commuter-collision/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:53:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567321 A head-on train collision in Denmark has left four people in critical condition and at least 13 others injured, after two commuter trains crashed north of Copenhagen during the morning rush on April 23. The accident happened on a regional line between Hillerod and Kagerup, an area regularly used by daily commuters travelling into the Danish capital. Emergency services confirmed that a major…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/denmark-train-crash-leaves-four-critical-after-commuter-collision/feed/ 0 National Geographic just named this hidden Mallorca spot as Spain’s most beautiful village https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/this-hidden-mallorca-village-just-named-spains-most-beautiful-and-may-is-the-perfect-time-to-visit/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/this-hidden-mallorca-village-just-named-spains-most-beautiful-and-may-is-the-perfect-time-to-visit/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:30:24 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567202 A tiny Mallorcan village is once again stealing the spotlight, this time earning recognition from National Geographic as one of the most beautiful places in Spain to visit this spring. The village in question is Fornalutx, a postcard-perfect enclave that feels almost untouched by time. With its honey-coloured stone houses, winding cobbled streets and dramatic mountain backdrop, it’s easy to see…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/this-hidden-mallorca-village-just-named-spains-most-beautiful-and-may-is-the-perfect-time-to-visit/feed/ 0 A new country could soon join the European Union https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-new-country-could-soon-join-the-european-union/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-new-country-could-soon-join-the-european-union/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:12:23 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567317 Montenegro has moved closer to joining the European Union after EU member states agreed to begin preparing an accession treaty, one of the most important stages in the membership process. The decision was taken in Brussels by ambassadors from the bloc’s current countries and is being seen as a strong sign that Montenegro’s long wait to enter the EU is gaining real momentum. For a country that…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-new-country-could-soon-join-the-european-union/feed/ 0 Teulada erupts with fireworks and devotion for Sant Vicent Ferrer https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/teulada-erupts-with-fireworks-and-devotion-for-sant-vicent-ferrer/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/teulada-erupts-with-fireworks-and-devotion-for-sant-vicent-ferrer/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:13:47 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566470 Teulada has experienced one of the most powerful and emotionally charged days of its annual patron saint celebrations, honouring Sant Vicent Ferrer with a vibrant mix of faith, fireworks and deeply rooted tradition. Each year, the town comes alive during these festivities, transforming its streets into a dynamic setting where locals and visitors gather to celebrate a shared cultural identity.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/teulada-erupts-with-fireworks-and-devotion-for-sant-vicent-ferrer/feed/ 0 Three-metre shark spotted off the coast of popular Spanish tourist hotspot https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/three-metre-shark-spotted-off-the-coast-of-popular-spanish-tourist-hotspot/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/three-metre-shark-spotted-off-the-coast-of-popular-spanish-tourist-hotspot/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:30:15 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567313 A shark reported to be around three metres long has been sighted off the coast of Almuñécar in southern Spain, with local reports identifying the animal as a shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus). The sighting has drawn attention along Granada’s Costa Tropical, although no beach closures or public safety warnings had been announced at the time of publication. According to reports…

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