ANDALUCIA NEWS

Bioparc Fuengirola welcomes first baby gorilla born in Spain this yearThe baby lowland gorilla was born right in front of dozens of stunned visitors at the famous Costa del Sol zoo Saturday afternoon families visiting Bioparc Fuengirola got rather more than they bargained for when Wefa, a western lowland gorilla, gave.. 02/12/2025

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain by IberianTax   For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Income Tax return (Modelo 210) between 1 January and 20 January 2026. This applies to both short-term and long-term rentals. Non-resident.. 02/12/2025

Flu surge brings masks back to Andalusian health centresJunta urges people to mask up in hospitals and clinics as flu season arrives early and hits vulnerable groups Masks are quietly returning to everyday life in Andalucía, as health authorities respond to a sharp rise in flu cases. From this Monday.. 02/12/2025

Could 2025 be the most expensive Christmas Spain has ever seen?Consumers in Spain are facing an average price increase of 16% on a dozen basic festive food products Families across Spain are bracing for what could be the costliest Christmas on record. Inflation may have eased slightly in recent months, dropping.. 01/12/2025

December supermoon: A celestial showstopper we won't see again until 2042The last full moon of the year will be larger and brighter than usual, visible from Spain on the night of December 4-5 Star gazers are in for a treat this week as the final full moon of the year puts on a spectacular show. The December supermoon.. 01/12/2025

Flu reaches epidemic levels in SpainA new, more contagious strain of flu is running rampant in Europe Christmas will be here before we know it and the last thing anybody wants is to be sick during the busy festive season. Unfortunately for many of us, this may be unavoidable as flu.. 01/12/2025

Wet and windy: Andalusia weather forecast December 1-4Despite widespread rain and heavy cloud cover all week, temperatures will remain mild across Andalucia Weather outlook on Thursday December 4   Several different weather fronts are due to hit Spain over the next few days and unfortunately.. 01/12/2025

Spanish airport authority fined €10 million for using facial recognition scannersAena insists that passengers across Spain gave their consent and that their personal data was never at risk Spain's airport operator Aena has been hit with a hefty €10 million fine over its facial recognition systems, which have become a.. 28/11/2025

Don't let deals turn dirty: Police issue fresh Black Friday scam alertThe Policía Nacional say online shoppers should stay alert as scammers ramp up their tricks during sale season As the Black Friday frenzy begins, Spain’s Policía Nacional stepped up their warning about twelve of the most common online.. 28/11/2025

Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come JanuaryCertain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes the only legal device for signalling breakdowns and accidents on Spanish.. 27/11/2025

Andalucía prepares to sparkle: Christmas lights dazzle from Málaga to SevilleMost of the region’s cities switch on their Christmas lights this weekend, with spectacular displays planned in Málaga, Seville and Cádiz As the festive season arrives, Andalucía is getting ready to shine. This weekend marks.. 26/11/2025

International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga welcomes visiting nursing students from FinlandThe professional training programme not only taught the Finnish visitors about care work, but also helped to improve and expand services for foreign nationals at the nursing home too The International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga recently.. 26/11/2025

Fresh food takes centre stage this Christmas as supermarkets double down on Spanish favouritesWhile Brits reach for the turkey, Spain’s festive tables lean heavily on seafood, fresh meat and ready-made classics Anyone who has spent a Christmas in Spain knows that the festive menu here looks very different from the British obsession with.. 25/11/2025

Andalucía gears up for winter with snowploughs and thousands of tons of de-icing agentsRoad maintenance campaign active until April 2026 to keep highways safe and open As Andalucía braces for winter, the regional government has announced a comprehensive road maintenance campaign that will stay on alert until April 2026. Equipped.. 25/11/2025

Doñana celebrates a remarkable year for waterfowl, while Malaga's volunteers plant trees to fight climate changeConservation milestones in Doñana meet community efforts to protect and restore nature in Andalucía Record waterfowl breeding season in Doñana Doñana Natural Area is basking in what officials are calling “one.. 25/11/2025

Renfe launches Black Friday sale with tickets from €7 to kick off 2026 travelThousands of discounted high-speed and long-distance train tickets available until 30 November for journeys starting January 8 Renfe has launched its Black Friday campaign early this year, offering thousands of discounted tickets across its high-speed.. 25/11/2025

Iryo braces for staff strike: Essential train services to continue over the next fortnightOperator maintains 73% minimum train services amid union strike action, promising passenger support and alternative travel options As the year nears its close, the high-speed train operator Iryo is preparing for strike action that could impact travel.. 24/11/2025

Police foil attempted sale of newborn baby in Malaga for €3,000Newborn now safe with foster family after swift police action exposes forged documents and false registration In a heart-wrenching case that could have ended very differently, the Policía Nacional in Málaga successfully prevented the sale.. 24/11/2025

Cutting off utilities to squatters in Spain will no longer be a crimeIf passed, the new law means homeowners of occupied properties across Spain will be able to cut water, gas and electricity In 2024 alone, 16,400 cases of squatting and breaking and entering were reported in Spain, the third highest figure ever. Homeowners..

How to spot a fake V-16 emergency light in Spain and avoid a big fineKnock-off beacons not approved by traffic authorities in Spain are flooding the market ahead of the January deadline From January 1 next year, every vehicle in the country (with a few minor exceptions) must carry an approved and connected V-16 emergency..