Housing, electricity, water, pensions... everything that goes up and down in price in Spain next year
Pensions get 2.7% boost and public transport stays frozen as electricity bills and housing costs continue climbing in Spain As 2025 limps towards the finish line, people..

Supermarket opening hours across Spain on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2025
Mercadona, Lidl and Carrefour are all opening on New Year's Eve but with reduced hours across Spain We've all been there. The guests are arriving in a few hours, you've..

A quick guide to Roscón de Reyes and the best supermarket options
Everything you need to know about Roscón de Reyes, from the hidden surprises and traditional fillings to the best supermarket options this year Every year on Three Kings..

A reminder that V-16 emergency lights replace triangles in Spain from January 1
Starting the new year, drivers will need a V-16 beacon instead of a warning triangle to meet Spain's road safety rules From January 1 2026, the V‑16 emergency light..

British man found shot dead in Orihuela Costa
The Guardia Civil is investigating the death of a 29-year-old British man found with gunshot wounds at a property in Campoamor The Guardia Civil is investigating the death..

Here are 16 perfect places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Spain and abroad
From Madrid's midnight grapes to Sydney Harbour’s fireworks: Your guide to the perfect New Year celebration Let's be honest, if you're still trying to figure out where..

12 grapes for 12 bells: This is how the Spanish celebrate New Years
The age-old tradition throughout Spain is said to bring good luck for the year to come It’s no secret that Spain is home to many weird and wacky traditions, but one time..

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in Spain
Half a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain..

Storms bring heavy rain and hail to Alicante
Yellow alerts remain in place as authorities warn of flooding and landslides, as heavy rain and hail continue to affect roads and rivers Alicante has been dealing with..

Stormy end to December followed by brighter days: Alicante weather forecast December 29 - January 4
After a stormy start, conditions improve briefly around the New Year before turning unsettled again Heavy rain and storms are kicking off the final days of December, before..

2025 Spain news: The year in review
The apagón, Torre Pacheco riots… what a year it’s been! These are all the main news stories from around Spain which we’ve reported on over the course of the year..

Two Polish men arrested in Elche, Alicante following fatal house attack
Two people have died and a third remains in hospital following a violent incident in the Baix Vinolopo area Two men have been arrested in Elche after allegedly beating..

Spain puts Christmas car decorations on the naughty list
Drivers in Spain decking out their vehicles with reindeer antlers face fines of up to €500 At this time of year, the Christmas spirit is everywhere in Spain. Streets..

Pilar de la Horadada AP-7 tunnel upgrade completed after €3.5 million investment
Energy efficient lighting and new safety systems have been installed on the busy Murcia-Alicante border road Spain’s Ministry of Transport has completed a major programme..

Christmas week brings cooler days and some rain: Alicante weather forecast December 22-28
Christmas week in Alicante brings lower temperatures, a mix of sun and cloud, plus rain at times, especially later in the week Alicante heads into Christmas week with a..

Longer waits, growing frustration as confidence in Spain's public healthcare slips
New national survey shows specialist delays stretching beyond four months, even as most patients still back the public system Patients across Spain are waiting longer than..

Spain launches €60 monthly travel pass for unlimited rail and bus journeys
The new flat-rate ticket will cover commuter trains and state buses across Spain from mid-January Spain is about to introduce a nationwide travel pass that will allow unlimited..

Spain fines Airbnb €64 million for advertising illegal rentals, and a big chunk of them are in Murcia
Spain’s consumer watchdog found more than 65,000 unlicensed properties on the website, 2,709 of which are in the Region of Murcia It would appear that Airbnb, the leading..

Orihuela seeks fast-track powers to build desperately needed coastal medical centre
The City Council wants to bypass regional bureaucracy to speed up construction of second Orihuela Costa health centre Orihuela City Council is asking the regional government..

Spain moves to curb ultra-processed foods far beyond schools and hospitals
New rules would extend healthy eating standards to universities, museums and other public spaces Spain’s push to reduce the country’s reliance on ultra-processed food is..

Man accused of killing Northern Irishman John George in Costa Blanca released on bail
Jonathan Alan S. leaves Villena prison on €100,000 bail in the case following the disappearance and murder of John George in Rojales last year Jonathan Alan S., known..

Alicante markets stay open on festive holidays for last-minute shoppers
Extended hours, Santa visits and fun events make local stalls the heart of Christmas shopping Forgotten to grab those fresh prawns for Christmas dinner or some extra festive..

Fuel prices in Spain drop just in time for the holidays
Diesel has fallen to €1.421 per litre and petrol has reached €1.470 in pumps across Spain Fuel prices have continued their downward slide this week, dropping by as..

Christmas gatherings could drive flu cases in Spain even higher, warn experts
With schools across Spain about to close, flu is expected to increase among older people Flu infections are continuing to climb across the country, although the rate of..