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Bizum starts arriving in Spanish shops and restaurantsMillions of customers could soon be paying in stores with the same app they already use to send money to friends and family Spain’s popular payment platform Bizum has officially started rolling out payments in physical shops and restaurants, marking.. 19/05/2026

Doctors' strike escalates across Spain as talks stall with Health MinistryFourth week of industrial action brings mixed participation and warnings of possible indefinite strike after summer Doctors across Spain have entered the fourth week of strike action this year, with unions warning that “if they don’t negotiate.. 19/05/2026

Coastal property prices in Murcia are surging and savvy buyers are moving fastWith Los Alcázares up 30% and San Javier among the Region's biggest risers, Spainora is helping international buyers find the right move Spain's property market is going through a significant shift in 2026 and nowhere is that more visible.. 19/05/2026

This Spanish city has more skyscrapers per person than New York, Dubai or anywhere else on the planetThe Alicante resort's extraordinary vertical skyline is the result of six decades of deliberate urban planning Benidorm divides opinion like few other places on earth, but whether you love it or loathe it, there's one thing nobody can argue.. 19/05/2026

One of Britain's most wanted fugitives jailed in Spain after Costa Blanca arrestNational Court orders imprisonment as extradition process begins following La Nucía detention One of the UK’s most wanted fugitives has been remanded in custody in Spain after being arrested on the Costa Blanca, in a case linked to both international.. 18/05/2026

Spain commits almost €4 million to dog shelters and feral cat coloniesThe new grant programme will help rescue centres and local councils care for abandoned animals across Spain If you're an animal lover, this one will put a smile on your face. The Spanish government has launched a new grant programme worth almost.. 18/05/2026

Sunshine and rising temperatures on the way this week: Alicante weather forecast May 18-21Temperatures are expected to rise steadily through the week, with mostly sunny skies and only a slight chance of isolated inland showers After a mostly sunny weekend, the weather across the Alicante Province is set to become even warmer and more.. 18/05/2026

Your supermarket shop in Spain just got pricier againTomatoes, eggs, fish and even wine have all seen noticeable price rises over the past year Anyone who feels like their weekly supermarket bill in Spain keeps creeping up is probably not imagining it. New figures released by Spain’s National Statistics.. 18/05/2026

Could your fingerprint replace your bank PIN? The new payment trend arriving in SpainFaster checkouts, fewer passwords and a new way to pay that could soon become the norm The days of trying to remember your bank card PIN every time you pay for shopping could eventually be numbered. A growing number of banks and technology companies.. 15/05/2026

Drivers in Spain face tougher ITV tests under sweeping EU reformsThe new rules will bring stricter inspections to Spain and could even allow motorists to get an ITV abroad Drivers in Spain could soon face a very different, and possibly more stressful, ITV inspection as the European Union moves ahead with plans.. 15/05/2026

Squatting complaints fall in Spain but thousands of homeowners are still facing nightmare battlesThe Valencian Community recorded a rise in squatting reports while Murcia registered 425 cases last year Reports linked to squatting in Spain may have fallen slightly last year, but for many homeowners the issue remains one of the country’s.. 15/05/2026

Spain joins hunt for 12 UK's most wanted fugitivesA major operation is focusing on Alicante, Malaga, Marbella, Tenerife and other British hotspots across Spain Spain has joined an international campaign to track down the UK’s 12 most wanted fugitives, with authorities focusing on areas with a strong.. 15/05/2026

Spain sees surge in racist social media posts as more than 1,000 hateful messages appear every dayNew figures show most abuse targets North Africans and Muslims, while campaigners push for stronger action online More than 105,000 racist and xenophobic messages were detected on social media in Spain during the first three months of 2026, according.. 15/05/2026

Why having a Will in Spain is essential for expatsElysium Wealth Advisors explains how a Spanish Will can protect your family and assets Elysium Wealth Advisors explains how a Spanish Will can protect your family and assets. Find out more at https://t.co/uLKLb9G6pV or go to their website.. 15/05/2026

Prison sentence for woman whose dog died after being tied up on scorching Torrevieja rooftopMaikel the dog suffered fatal heatstroke after being left tied up on an exposed terrace for several days in August 2022 A woman in Torrevieja has accepted a one-year prison sentence after her dog, Maikel, died following several days tied up on a sun.. 15/05/2026

British population continues to grow as Torrevieja tops 113,000 residentsThe Costa Blanca city continues to attract thousands of international residents from across Europe and beyond Torrevieja’s population boom shows no sign of slowing down, with the Costa Blanca city now officially home to more than 113,000 registered.. 14/05/2026

Murcia police arrest two Irish nationals in international drug smuggling operationInvestigators in Murcia and Valencia found cocaine, heroin and marijuana hidden inside household appliances Two Irish nationals have been arrested in the south of Spain after Guardia Civil officers uncovered what investigators describe as a sophisticated.. 14/05/2026

Spain electricity and gas bills set to rise again as VAT returns to 21% in JuneThe end of temporary tax reductions is expected to push up household bills across Spain again from next month Households across Spain are set to feel another hit to their finances from June after the government confirmed temporary VAT cuts on electricity.. 14/05/2026

Costa Blanca promoted as one of Spain’s top destinations for learning SpanishAlicante officials say the province is attracting more international students thanks to its mix of education, climate and lifestyle The Costa Blanca is stepping up efforts to attract international students by promoting the coast as one of Spain&rsquo.. 14/05/2026

Mostly sunny weather with a chance of thunderstorms: Alicante weekend weather forecast May 14-17The forecast points to a mainly dry and warm weekend following a slight dip in temperatures and some scattered thunderstorms The spring-like weather will continue into this weekend with plenty of sunshine on the way. But as it is spring, you can.. 14/05/2026
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