The trick for homeowners in Spain to pay less income tax in 2026What property owners in Spain need to know now to reduce their next Declaración de la Renta It might feel a little bit early but just like every year, the dreaded 2026 income tax return season will be upon us before we know it. Everyone wants to..

Wild boar numbers brought under control around Cartagena after targeted cullsRegional authorities say monitoring continues after dozens of animals captured near urban areas After months of concern and stepped-up measures, regional authorities say the wild boar problem around Cartagena is now largely under control, following a.. 09/01/2026

Three subsidies in 2026 that could reduce the cost of your Spanish home renovationSpain is offering grants of up to 80% and more than €9,000 eurps in tax savings on home improvements The new year is the perfect time to breathe fresh life into your home, but with the cost of everything sky-high right now, any way to save money.. 09/01/2026

2025 becomes the second warmest year on recordGlobally, we’re inching closer to the 1.5°C limit that scientists warn could spell disaster for the planet Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere (NASA)   As we wave goodbye to 2025, there is one record nobody.. 09/01/2026

Murcia's tourism boom brings higher spending, steadier jobs and little strain on daily lifeNew figures show visitors are spending more than ever while growth remains balanced across the region Foreign visitors to the Region of Murcia are not just coming in greater numbers, they are also spending more, and doing so in a way that is reshaping.. 09/01/2026

Spain's housing market shows no signs of cooling in 2026After a record-breaking 2025, experts expect growth of more than 6% this year as demand continues to outstrip supply The new year doesn't seem to be bringing a new direction to the real estate market in Spain. After closing 2025 with double-digit.. 09/01/2026

Murcia hospitals at full stretch as post-holiday pressures mountEmergency rooms crowded despite falling flu numbers, with ministers warning of potential post-Christmas spike Hospitals across the Region of Murcia faced a challenging Wednesday this week, with nearly 100 patients left waiting for beds. The hardest hit.. 08/01/2026

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe 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 hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief.. 08/01/2026

A bright but chilly weekend ahead for Murcia: Weather forecast January 8-11There will also be some stiff winds for northern Murcia, mainly on Friday Murcia weather forecast, Friday January 9   The weekend weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the Region of Murcia over the next few days.. 08/01/2026

Everything you need to keep in your glove compartment in 2026 to avoid fines in SpainV-16 emergency beacons are now mandatory in Spain, but by law you need a few other things in the car as well Since January 1, drivers in Spain have been legally required to carry the new V-16 emergency beacon, the device that officially replaces the.. 08/01/2026

Are Spain's January sales really a bargain, or just clever marketing?Why so many shoppers are questioning whether discounts are truly what they seem With Christmas over, Spain’s winter sales are now under way, drawing shoppers back into stores and online in search of post-holiday bargains. But for many shoppers .. 08/01/2026

Train fare war begins in Spain as Ouigo undercuts Renfe with bargain ticketsOuigo is selling 80% of its train seats for less than €33 on routes across Spain Ouigo has really taken the shine off Spain’s state rail operator Renfe by launching its January sales a day early, flooding the market with cut price high.. 08/01/2026

Renfe's super sale is back with train tickets across Spain starting at €7The ten-day sale covers all major routes across Spain with upgrade options available for €3 extra Renfe is launching its mega January sale this Thursday the 8th, offering AVE tickets from €15 and Avlo tickets from their usual lowest price.. 07/01/2026

Spain proposes increasing minimum wage to €1,221 in 2026The 3.1% salary hike throughout Spain will have retroactive effects from January 1 The Spanish government has just proposed to unions and employers that the national minimum wage be raised by 3.1% in 2026, reaching €1,221 gross per month.. 07/01/2026

Spain pilots cheaper train tickets for passengers willing to standThe proposal would let travellers board full trains at a reduced price rather than waiting for next service Spain could debut a new way to travel by train in 2026, standing instead of sitting in exchange for a cheaper fare. The formula, already common.. 07/01/2026

What the Venezuela crisis means for the Region of MurciaOil imports aside, trade ties between Murcia and Venezuela have been shrinking for years In one of the most dramatic foreign policy moves in decades, the United States has launched an unprecedented intervention in Venezuela, which the Trump administration.. 06/01/2026

Spain considers work bereavement leave for employees who lose a petNine million homes across Spain could benefit as experts say pet grief is as real as losing a family member Anyone who's ever lost a pet knows how hard it is o carry on as ‘normal’. That gut-wrenching grief that hits you at your desk.. 06/01/2026

Get ready to spend: Spain's January Sales are coming and here's when they startFrom Zara to El Corte Inglés, here are the exact dates you need to bag those bargains The moment fashion lovers have been waiting for is almost here. The January sales are about to kick off throughout Spain and if you've been eyeing up.. 06/01/2026

Supermarket opening hours in Spain on January 5 and January 6, Three Kings' DayFinal festive feast preparations will need to be done on Monday as most places will close this Tuesday With Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day now firmly in the rear-view mirror, Three Kings' Day looms as the final festive occasion.. 05/01/2026

The Three Kings: Why Spain celebrates a second Christmas with the Reyes Magos on January 6Parades, presents and feasts: The Three Kings festival is one of the biggest celebrations of the year in Spain Even after Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year are all out of the way, the festive season in Spain is far from over. On January 5 and 6 the..