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Weekend of heatwave and hailstones.

Where scorching heat and hail storms will strike Spain this weekend

Spain’s southern and eastern coasts face a sharp contrast of extreme conditions this Saturday 1 and Sunday, the 2nd of August, according to official AEMET forecasts.

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Cars crushed by falling boulders in Naples quake.

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While rumours continue to circulate that Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez could finally be preparing to marry, the model and entrepreneur has captured attention for a different reason after sharing a series of breathtaking holiday photographs from Mallorca.

Georgina Rodríguez’s Mallorca getaway snaps delight fans amid Cristiano Ronaldo wedding rumours

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Bags of cash just washes up.

€670,000 mystery deepens: Beachgoers find shopping bags full of cash floating on shore

Shopping bags stuffed with nearly €670,000 washed up on a busy Sicilian beach this week...

Floods of Moroccan residents invate Ceuta.

Spain’s border farce: 60,000 crossed into Ceuta while officials looked the other way

Spanish politicians finally admitted Friday night that more than 50,000 people mostly male, crossed from...

Italy calls for Spain Schengen suspension after Ceuta migrant crossings

Italy calls for Spain to be suspended from Schengen after Ceuta migrant crossings. UPDATED

Update – 31 July 2026, late afternoon
Italy’s Interior Ministry has now formally ordered the temporary...

Entire Spanish village for sale – and it costs less than many family houses

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For anyone who has ever dreamed of leaving city life behind, a remarkable property has...

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News from Spain

Hotel rooftop fall claims life of 65-year-old worker in Salou
1. 8. 2026 @ 15:35

Hotel rooftop fall claims life of 65-year-old worker in Salou

Workers next to a Ryanair flight on Barcelona airport runway.
1. 8. 2026 @ 14:22

Barcelona Airport baggage strike could affect 2 million passengers from August 4

Tables covered with medicine boxes during a National Police seizure.
1. 8. 2026 @ 13:11

Secret IV room found in Spain’s 200,000-dose illegal medicine bust

Vox party leader Santiago Abascal in Congress
31. 7. 2026 @ 22:32

Secret talks, intelligence reports and Ceuta: Vox wants it all revealed

Pedro Sanchez and the Ceuta immigration surge.
31. 7. 2026 @ 14:58

Fury erupts as Pedro Sánchez arrives in crisis-hit Ceuta

Sinkhole works causing major jams on road from Malaga to Cordoba.
31. 7. 2026 @ 14:44

Malaga drivers hit by multi-kilometre jams on A-45: Sinkhole appears in motorway

Man holding a Spanish Iberdrola invoice.
31. 7. 2026 @ 13:41

Spain’s regulated electricity bill jumps 17% and many could pay more

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Spanish Living

The beach hacks parents swear by for stress-free sandy days
29. 7. 2026 @ 17:38

The beach hacks parents swear by for stress-free sandy days

Notary consulting senior couple about Last Will and Testament in office
27. 7. 2026 @ 05:30

Do you need a Spanish Will? What foreign residents and property owners in Spain should know

Wildfire near Valencia.
25. 7. 2026 @ 16:00

Spain Wildfire Emergency: Exactly what to do if fire comes near you (and is your holiday still safe?)

Electric car charging, if you can find one!
21. 7. 2026 @ 23:01

Want to buy an electric car and get €4,500 off? Here’s how Spain’s new Plan Auto+ works

Man looking worried at his internet router.
21. 7. 2026 @ 19:12

Could you qualify for one of Spain’s little-known cheap phone and internet tariffs?

Air view of the port and town of Puerto Umbria in Huelva
20. 7. 2026 @ 16:02

Forget the Costa del Sol: The Spanish coastal city where your pension could go much further

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
20. 7. 2026 @ 07:00

Taking your dog to the beach? The five hidden dangers every owner should know this summer

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Local News

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
1. 8. 2026 @ 16:24
Costa del Sol

Nueva Alcantara Club and children's charity come together for a padel weekend with a purpose

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
31. 7. 2026 @ 19:17
Axarquia

Four A-7 tunnels near Motril get €16m safety overhaul

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
31. 7. 2026 @ 23:45
Almeria

London scientists make a major deep-sea breakthrough off southern Spain

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
31. 7. 2026 @ 16:27
Costa Calida

Solmarket Murcia opens in Los Alcazares with food trucks, live music, and family fun

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
1. 8. 2026 @ 17:24
Costa Blanca South

SAT Animal Rescue seeks volunteers for Benimar charity shop

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
31. 7. 2026 @ 17:54
Costa Blanca North

Benissa invests €180,000 to keep classrooms cool as temperatures rise

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
1. 8. 2026 @ 17:39
Mallorca

Mallorca’s eclipse may end with a rare green flash few ever see

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
28. 7. 2026 @ 23:44
Madrid

Madrid veterinary teams launch free emergency care for pets affected by wildfires

Two dogs playfully jumping and interacting on a sandy beach, with ocean waves crashing in the background. One is a tan dog wearing a red collar, and the other is a brown-and-white dog.
20. 7. 2026 @ 16:59
Barcelona

Passengers' terror as British Airways flight to Barcelona declares mid-air emergency

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European News

Brussels fire strike enters indefinite phase
23. 7. 2026 @ 11:33
Belgium

Brussels firefighters' indefinite strike could affect emergency response times

Wolf pack
31. 7. 2026 @ 15:47
Denmark

Denmark warns holidaymakers: Stand your ground if a wolf approaches

Finland's pink shopping baskets could help you find love in the supermarket
30. 7. 2026 @ 15:48
Finland

Forget dating apps! Finland's pink shopping baskets help you find love in the supermarket

Newborn babies feet wrapped in a soft blanket
29. 7. 2026 @ 18:03
France

Horror in France as five newborn babies discovered inside boxes

motorway lane closures
31. 7. 2026 @ 16:30
Germany

Drivers slapped with nearly €10,000 worth of fines in 13 minute frenzy

Wildfire broke out tnear Drapeti, Crete
30. 7. 2026 @ 09:54
Greece

Three firefighters killed as Greece battles deadly wildfires

Laptop displaying the Booking.com website.
22. 7. 2026 @ 13:29
Ireland

Family rushes children from Booking.com rental after unsettling discovery behind the wall

Coca Cola
30. 7. 2026 @ 23:00
Italy

Monks in Florence stumble on a 19th-century recipe that could shake up the story of the world’s favourite fizzy drink

peanut butter gallery floor
11. 7. 2026 @ 12:21
Netherlands

Sticky sweet tribute, why Dutch Art Museum covers gallery floor in 390kg of peanut butter

Norweigan airlines
12. 7. 2026 @ 12:29
Norway

Norway lost the match, but won the internet with airline Instagram bet

Missing emu, puma and kangaroo.
19. 7. 2026 @ 13:16
Poland

Poland struggles with multiple escaped exotic animals in one week

A Loxoceles sp on the tree trunk
29. 7. 2026 @ 18:13
Portugal

Two Chilean recluse spiders with a fearsome reputation have reached Portugal

Swedish climate minister Romina Pourmokhtari brings her 3 month old baby to EU meeting
26. 6. 2026 @ 11:39
Sweden

Swedish minister makes history by bringing baby to EU meeting in landmark first

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Travel

Couple with luggage
1. 8. 2026 @ 15:43

To push, pull or carry? Which luggage option is best for your posture and journey.

SwissAir coming into land.
30. 7. 2026 @ 17:57

One passenger’s mindless gadget blunder nearly dooms Swiss flight to New York: Smoke forces emergency landing

EasyJet's massive flight sale
28. 7. 2026 @ 14:16

EasyJet releases millions of Spain flights for summer 2027 – why booking today could save money

Passengers wait with suitcases at baggage reclaim carousel.
28. 7. 2026 @ 00:50

Suitcase stress: The airports leaving travellers waiting for missing bags

Squishy dumpling
27. 7. 2026 @ 12:22

Meltdown warning to parents as viral squishy dumplings cause chaos at security

Sign warning of speed cameras
27. 7. 2026 @ 10:34

Shocking 180% rise in Almeria speeding fines as new cameras rake in millions

Departures in Gatwick Airport.
26. 7. 2026 @ 18:32

Gatwick stinks! Water crisis shuts toilets and bars at both terminals – passengers warned to sort essentials at home before flying

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The Costas Trusted Traders

Surfers running towards the water
31. 7. 2026 @ 10:32

Shoulder dislocations, ankle sprains and wrist fractures: the most common injuries associated with water sports

Cool and Cosy
29. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Cool and Cosy in summer or winter

JUNGLE PARC MALLORCA
28. 7. 2026 @ 09:37

JUNGLE PARC MALLORCA: Stay cool. Stay in the trees. Stay adventurous!

Insurance Express Palmanova office.
27. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Insurance Express: Clear, friendly insurance advice for life in Mallorca

Móviles Nerja boasts a dynamic stock of Apple products.
26. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

The best Apple deals in Malaga: Why Móviles Nerja is the ultimate go-to for your iPhone

The Five Bone Hotel Kennels and Cattery in Turre.
25. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Trusted pet care with over 65 years of combined experience

Beniconnect is the only company offering late bookings on request with a customer service centre open every day.
24. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Beniconnect – Leaders in Airport Transfers

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Dining out on the Costas

Friends' night at Christy's.
1. 8. 2026 @ 11:07

Friends night at Christy’s Fuengirola turns terrace into cool family retreat

Hotel Continental
31. 7. 2026 @ 13:07

Germany’s Biergarten experience returns to Mojácar

Why Málaga is seeing fewer jellyfish this summer – but beachgoers shouldn't relax just yet
30. 7. 2026 @ 10:43

Why Málaga is seeing fewer jellyfish this summer - but beachgoers shouldn't relax just yet

Panoramic views of the most important views in Malaga.
26. 7. 2026 @ 20:14

Only YOU: Sonora Sky & Bites delivers Malaga’s finest rooftop views for feria and beyond

Cancer survivor's heartfelt fundraiser raises €1,477 to help families facing cancer in Jávea
26. 7. 2026 @ 09:41

Cancer survivor gives back after calling local nurses her 'angels without wings'

Welcoming you to Christy's very soon!
23. 7. 2026 @ 13:23

Friends of Christy’s come and meet the whole team!

Customers enter a Mercadona supermarket in Spain, where selected stores are opening on Sunday with reduced summer trading hours.
19. 7. 2026 @ 00:15

Mercadona to open selected stores this Sunday – here's where you can still shop before the World Cup final

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Property & Investment

TOP251930 MODERN BEACHSIDE PENTHOUSE
23. 7. 2026 @ 13:49

Buying property in Spain

The 1 Real Estate Team.
23. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Why choosing the right estate agent could save you thousands

Martinez de la Casa.
16. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Got a crack in your home? Before calling a builder, call the “house doctor"

Property listings displayed in the window of a Spanish estate agency, reflecting rising house prices and strong demand across the housing market.
13. 7. 2026 @ 19:55

Buying a home in Spain? House prices are expected to keep rising faster than almost anywhere else in Europe

Property owner placing a key in a self check-in lockbox outside a holiday rental apartment in Spain.
9. 7. 2026 @ 17:47

Spain property owners could see holiday rental plans blocked by one overlooked rule

Beach on the Costa del Sol
9. 7. 2026 @ 09:00

Costa del Sol lifestyle & property

Price Brown Team
30. 6. 2026 @ 12:15

Price Brown's 40th anniversary celebration

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Celebrity Fix

Julio Iglesias performing on stage.
22. 7. 2026 @ 11:40

Julio Iglesias sues Spain’s vice president for €50,000 after she refuses to retract abuse claims

King Keegan in his hay day.
20. 7. 2026 @ 16:58

Kevin Keegan dies aged 75: England football icon and Newcastle legend passes after cancer battle

Actor Sam Neil at the Venice Film Festival
13. 7. 2026 @ 11:39

The actor who inspired a generation's childhood dreams has died aged 78

Tracy-Ann Oberman
10. 7. 2026 @ 16:50

EastEnders star Tracy-Ann Oberman denied boarding onto Spain flight, the detail you must check before travel

Bonnie Tyler
9. 7. 2026 @ 12:27

Bonnie Tyler, the unmistakable voice of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', has died at 75

Portrait of Jeremy Clarkson
17. 6. 2026 @ 12:03

Jeremy Clarkson reveals ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer diagnosis in Clarkson’s Farm finale

Kenny Dalglish in Kuala Lumpur.
3. 6. 2026 @ 10:51

Sir Kenny Dalglish shares cancer treatment update with characteristic humour