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Foreigners drive Spain's biggest population boom in historySpain is now home to more than 49.4 million people and almost 20% of them were born somewhere else Spain’s population has reached a record-breaking 49,442,844 people after growing by 105,488 in the third quarter of 2025. The figures, released.. 12/11/2025

Valencia DANA floods push Spain into global top 20 for climate disastersNew climate study presented at COP30 summit confirms the deadly October 2024 storm was the worst natural disaster in recent Spanish history The catastrophic storm unleashed by the DANA (isolated high-altitude depression) that struck Valencia.. 12/11/2025

The Taurids meteor shower arrives in Spain: The night you can see fireballs in the skyThis incredible meteor show will peak in the skies over Spain on Tuesday November 11 The Taurids, one of the most anticipated meteor showers of autumn, reach their peak tonight, Tuesday November 11, and will be visible from all over Spain, weather.. 11/11/2025

DGT speed cameras: New section controls to launch soon in AlicanteAverage speed technology being installed near Elche, Elda and Monforte to improve road safety Drivers across the province of Alicante are being warned to watch their speed, as the first average speed cameras are about to arrive on some of the region&rsquo.. 11/11/2025

Bird flu sends Spanish egg prices through the roofSpain has now locked down all poultry farms as 14 new outbreaks detected across six regions Eggs have become eye-wateringly expensive across Spain seemingly overnight as avian influenza (H5N1), more commonly known as bird flu, has gripped the globe.. 11/11/2025

Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in.. 10/11/2025

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you winWith the season fast approaching, here’s a reminder of who can’t join in the fun - and some handy advice for those dreaming of striking it lucky It might still be early November, but Christmas is already starting to peek around the corner.. 10/11/2025

Mild week ahead with rising temperatures: Alicante weather forecast November 10-13Alicante can look forward to a calm, settled few days before the clouds roll in mid-week Average temperatures expected on Thursday November 13   The northern half of the country and much of western Spain is bracing for more torrential rain.. 10/11/2025

New niño on the block: Action supermarkets sweep Spain to rival the big brandsThe bargain Dutch brand is threatening the crowns of Mercadona, Lidl and Aldi with low, low prices It seems there’s no stopping Action, the latest discount superstore aiming for Spanish domination. The Dutch chain first arrived in Spain in 2022.. 07/11/2025

Spain orders poultry lockdown as bird flu cases surgeOutdoor farming has been banned across most of Spain from November 10 Spain has banned outdoor poultry farming across nearly the entire country in response to a sharp rise in avian flu cases among wild birds. The new restrictions, announced by the.. 07/11/2025

Spanish ports to receive billions in fresh investment for expansion and greener tradeCartagena, Alicante and seven major Andalusian ports set to modernise, boost connectivity and sustainability through 2029 Spain’s busiest ports are getting a major facelift thanks to a wave of government investment aimed at future-proofing trade.. 07/11/2025

Obesity costs Spain €130 billion a year, but losing just 5-10% of weight could save billionsExperts also warn early eating disorders surge in children as young as five, sparking concern Obesity is costing Spain a staggering €130 billion annually, equivalent to 8% of the country’s GDP and nearly half of its state pension budget, according.. 07/11/2025

Dramatic scenes as car flips over outside busy Orihuela Costa barThe vehicle skidded to a halt on its side in front stunned customers sitting outside a La Zenia bar Customers enjoying an afternoon drink outside the popular Alejandro's bar in La Zenia got a bit of a shock on Wednesday, November 5 when a car.. 06/11/2025

Spain's wage gap shrinks as salaries stagnate and costs riseSpain’s wage divide is closing - yet the middle class is paying the price The gap between Spain’s minimum wage and the country’s most common salary has narrowed to just 3%, according to new research from the Juan de Mariana Institute.. 05/11/2025

Nearly 200,000 cut-price spa holidays available for pensioners in Spain in 2026Older people can enjoy 10-day thermal spa breaks from just €302 at 75 centres across Spain We might still be in the thick of the autumn/winter discount trips for older people, but the Imserso Tourism Scheme, a hugely popular initiative offering.. 05/11/2025

Petrol prices in Spain could hit €2 per litre by 2027 under new EU rulesBrussels' latest climate measures could see drivers in Spain paying significantly more at the pump Motorists across Spain could be looking at petrol prices of €2 per litre by 2027, a hefty 35% increase on what we're paying today. The.. 05/11/2025

Pensioners in Spain: Your double Christmas bonus payment is on the waySome festive cheer for retirees across Spain with a welcome financial boost just in time for the holidays Christmas is just around the corner and the festive feeling is already spreading. The season brings presents, gatherings with family and friends.. 04/11/2025

British man found dead between parked cars in popular Costa Blanca resortInvestigations underway after body discovered in Javea, with no immediate signs of foul play A British man, aged 50, was found dead early Sunday morning between two parked cars in the town of Javea (Xàbia), a well-known holiday resort on Spain&.. 04/11/2025

Orihuela Costa footbridge finally gets off the drawing board, but completion is still years awayResidents of Lomas de Cabo Roig have been waiting 20 years for a safe crossing over the AP-7 motorway It’s been seven long months since we’ve had any news on plans to build a footbridge over the busy road linking Lomas de Cabo Roig with.. 04/11/2025