Musk polls fans on buying Ryanair in O'Leary Wi-Fi feud
Insults lift airline bookings as CEO welcomes investment but rules out full takeover The public row between Elon Musk and Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary began on January 14 over..

Mar Menor burglary gang dismantled with 13 arrests
Guardia Civil links suspects to 25 offences across San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar and Orihuela The Guardia Civil in Murcia has arrested 13 members of a criminal gang operating..

Spain will be Europe's fastest growing major economy in 2026, according to IMF
Only the United States is projected to surpass Spain this year among advanced economies Spain is expected to be the fastest growing large economy in Europe in 2026, according..

Butane cylinder price edges up again for households across Spain
A small increase takes the regulated price to €15.58, following higher transport and raw material costs The price of a traditional butane gas cylinder has gone up again in..

Partner of Northern Irish murder suspect investigated after fatal crash in El Campello
Madison V., the 20-year-old British woman driving the BMW, is being investigated following a collision that killed a 54-year-old man A 54-year-old British man has died..

No more ketchup or sugar sachets in Spanish restaurants after August
The EU's new plastic waste rules will force the hospitality industry in Spain to scrap sachets and miniature condiments It’s almost time to say goodbye to those little..

DGT cracks down on WhatsApp checkpoint alerts
Fines up to €30,000 for warning about police alcohol and drug checkpoints If you're in one of those WhatsApp or Telegram groups that ping alerts about police checkpoints..

Income tax return 2026: Which pensioners in Spain do not need to file the Declaración de la renta
Income thresholds, multiple payers and exemptions explained ahead of the April 8 start of the tax campaign in Spain With the arrival of the new year, one of the most important..

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora
Independent guides to properties, golf, beaches andlifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping..

Brit activists take to UK streets in march against cruelty to hunting dogs in Spain
UK dog lovers join Europe-wide demonstrations calling for an end to hunting dog abuse in Spain Dog lovers across the UK are set to turn out in force at the end of January..

Alicante's El Palmeral Park closes mornings for palm tree maintenance
Ayuntamiento tends to 7,000 date palms from Monday January 19 to Friday January 23 El Palmeral Park in Alicante's San Gabriel neighbourhood will be closed from 9am to 3pm daily..

Date set for opening of Wetherspoon pub at Alicante Airport
A chance for a pint and a feeling of home for UK passengers at Alicante Airport as Wetherspoon confirms opening of its first European pub It’s official: Wetherspoon will..

Weather alerts issued as strong winds and rain return: Alicante weather forecast January 19-22
Weather warnings are in place as rain, strong winds, and rough seas start the week  January is reminding us it’s still winter this week, with cloudy skies, spells of..

Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to know
Unlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting..

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..

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beacons
The introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their..

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areas
Guardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed..

Bizum moves into shops with new tap-to-pay feature
Caja Rural becomes first banking group to roll out contactless Bizum Pay on mobiles Bizum is about to take a significant step forward in how people pay in Spain, with a new..

Orihuela Costa drives population boom as British remain largest foreign group
Huge growth along the coast has pushed Orihuela municipality close to 89,000 residents Orihuela Costa has become the main engine behind a sharp rise in population across..

Spain's inflation eases as Murcia gets a break on bills and basics
The cost of living across Spain rose 2.7% in 2025, but the Region of Murcia saw smaller price hikes than most other areas Spain ended 2025 with a gentler rise in prices..

Spain's medical cannabis milestone comes with training warning
Patients and doctors welcome new rules but say specialists must learn to prescribe it Patients and medical groups have cheered a key step towards legal medical cannabis in..

Spain to hand over 17,000 rural properties to aspiring young farmers
The 'Tierra Joven' platform has been launched to help the younger generation in Spain access property and tackle the depopulation crisis The Spanish government is preparing..

Invasive turtles on the move in Vinalopó River
Environmentalists trap nine unwanted newcomers while native population thrives Good news for wildlife watchers along the Vinalopó River: the native turtle population is growing..

Government weighs up stripping Julio Iglesias of arts medal as pressure grows over allegations
Ministers consider next steps as institutions across Spain review honours linked to the singer The Spanish government is considering whether to withdraw Julio Iglesias’s..