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Wed, 13 Jan 2021 22:08:59
'Historic' snow-covered mainland picture taken from space
PHOTOS from outer space have shown a rare image of Spain with nearly half the mainland coated in white – but it has turned out to be a useful tool for anyone travelling in the next few days as they know where to avoid.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:58:44
Spain to get €184bn from EU to support industries affected by Brexit
SPAIN is one of seven countries set to receive a multi-million cash injection from the European Union to help support its industries that could be affected the most by Brexit.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 23:31:50
Spanish publisher unearths 'forgotten books' for re-launch...and asks readers for ideas
A SPANISH start-up firm has launched as a book shop selling works which have been 'forgotten', censored or largely out of print in a bid to bring unknown authors back into the spotlight. 

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:59:00
Fuengirola keeps pensioners connected: “You're not alone”
A 'DIGITAL assistance' service for pensioners living alone has proven to be a lifeline for Fuengirola residents – and 70% of those signed up use it 'regularly', says mayoress Ana Mula.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 00:05:12
New Amazon delivery hub in El Puerto de Santa María is ‘great news for local economy’
YET another Amazon logistics centre is due to open in Spain – great news for local businesses and sole sellers who rely on the multi-national online retailer to reach a much wider customer base. 

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 21:15:44
Snow and ice will not hold up vaccine delivery or administration, assures government
SUB-ZERO temperatures and never-seen-before snowfall in Madrid will not hold up Covid vaccine delivery or administration, Spain's government assures – in fact, this week, the country has already received another 350,000 doses from Pfizer.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 14:15:06
Marbella's transport overhaul: Free buses, extra taxis, mass investment...and 6.5 tonnes of paint
FREE round-town buses in Marbella have proven an enormous success in cutting private car use – in fact, 85% of passengers on local public transport had taken advantage of the scheme, according to councillor in charge Enrique Rodríguez.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 03:31:47
Spanish forest fire software firm among New York Times' 'best in the world'
A SPANISH company has been named as one of the best in the world by the New York Times annual list for 2020.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 23:16:22
Fuengirola 'fastest-growing town' in Andalucía and 'among top choices for residents and holidaymakers'
FUENGIROLA has become the fastest-growing town on the Costa del Sol and is now the fourth-largest in the province of Málaga, according to latest census figures.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 19:10:25
Surge in Covid vaccines: From 11% to 37% of available doses given in two days
VACCINES against Covid have suddenly soared over the last few days in Spain, with over a third of those available now having been administered.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 11:03:30
Estepona's new parkland oasis unveiled
ESTEPONA'S brand-new public park is now open in the west end of the Costa del Sol town's outskirts, complete with picnic tables, footpaths, and a botanical garden.

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 22:54:22
How cold?! Spain's record weather revealed
ANYONE who thinks living in Spain means permanent beach weather will be stunned to hear that the mercury dropped to levels typical of a Siberian winter over the last two nights, but it's not fake news: According to the met office, Tuesday night broke...

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 07:00:05
Rise in enquiries suggests sustained interest in Spanish holiday homes
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Brexit and its implications for Brits living abroad, estate agents, real estate developers and property portals are all reporting strong interest in the Spanish property market, with enquiries already significantly...

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 18:39:23
Millions of euros rain down across Spain for the lucky holders of winning number 19570 in the 'El Niño' lottery
The festive season has made more lucky people millionaires today thanks to the 700€ million shared out in the 'El Niño' lottery draw - the second biggest lottery prize in Spain after 'El Gordo' drawn just before Christmas.

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 07:00:35
Extra special Christmas gifts for two of Spain's biggest tennis stars 
Spanish tennis stars Fernando Verdasco and Feliciano López have had more than most to celebrate over this festive season - both have welcomed new additions to their families.



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