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Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:40:04
CSIC clears up most-common food myths
SPAIN'S National Research Council (CSIC) has announced a new book series seeking to debunk widely-held myths through scientific answers – including whether bread really makes you put on weight.

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:03:18
How to help residents affected by the recent floods
VARIOUS charities and organisations – local and national – have set up channels for members of the public to help those affected by the storms and flash floods in the province of Valencia.

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:26:26
Anti-phone scam and cold-call laws announced
NEW legislation aiming to protect the public from telephone scams and cold-calling is under construction, and will attempt to attack it at source by tightening up on commercial use of customers' personal data.

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:51:39
Energy-efficiency certificates for Spanish homes explained
ANYONE who has let out or sold their property in recent years will have gone through the process of obtaining an energy-efficiency certificate – and, if you're planning to sell yours or rent it, you need to know what is involved.

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:20:36
Euribor could drop to 2.5% next year as Spain drives economic growth in bloc 
INTEREST rates in the Eurozone could fall to 2.5% next year, having closed August 2024 on 3.75%, according to latest research.

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 21:52:31
Spain's Paralympians smash medal record at Paris 2024
AS THE 2024 Paralympic Games comes to a close, Team Spain has smashed its own record medal-count and broken the 40 barrier for the first time.

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:27:14
Homeowner funds for replacing air-conditioning units 'offered in some regions'
GRANTS of up to €250 are available this year for replacing older air-conditioning units in a bid to encourage greater energy efficiency. 

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:06:45
House price rises 'treble national average' in Spain's islands
RESIDENTIAL property prices rose again in July outside of Spain's major cities, with homes for sale on the islands now breaking post-recession records.

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:39:16
Mortgage applications increase for first time in two years as home prices soar
DEMAND for mortgages to buy a home has begun to rise for the first time since 2022, despite rates being at their highest levels in nearly a decade.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:14:43
Records Spain broke with its Euro win...and other fun facts about La Roja
SPAIN'S last-minute win against England in the 2024 UEFA Euros comes on the 60th anniversary of the country's first-ever title in the much-followed competition – and has broken numerous records, too.

Fri, 31 May 2024 13:49:44
'Second chance' for homebuyers to apply for income tax deduction
RESIDENTS in Spain who bought a new home before 2013 may still be able to offset the purchase against their annual tax return, if they have not done so already.

Fri, 03 May 2024 13:23:23
BBVA begins merger talks with Banco Sabadell 
TWO of Spain's largest high-street banks are reported to be in merger talks, potentially resulting in the joint entity being the second-biggest in the country in terms of share capital.

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:47:03
Holiday plans for 2024: Up to €1,500, staycations or Europe, and DIY bookings most popular 
THE average Spanish resident will spend between €500 and €1,500 on their holidays this year, with three in 10 set to increase their budget from last year and 16% reducing it.

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:35:33
Express rail fares slashed by 40% through increase in competition
HIGH-SPEED rail services between Spain's largest two cities and France have been snapped up by half a million passengers in less than nine months, reveals the transport board.

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:27:06
Spain's post office launches nationwide luggage locker service
SPAIN'S State post office has launched a new solution for passing travellers who do not want to lug their suitcases around: Lockers for bags are now provided, with prices depending upon weight.

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