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2026-07-21 10:19:40 UTC

Foreign residents unite after devastating wildfire in southern Spain
Foreigners in the town of Bédar, one of the Almería municipalities destroyed by a recent wildfire that killed 13 people, have already begun rallying together to help rebuild their homes and lives together.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260721/foreign-residents-unite-after-devastating-wildfire-in-southern-spain

2026-07-21 08:42:28 UTC

LISTED: The tax deductions if you work from home in Spain
If you're self-employed in Spain and work from home there are several expenses you can offset against tax. Find out exactly what is allowed in your case.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260721/listed-the-tax-deductions-if-you-work-from-home-in-spain

2026-07-21 07:00:47 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup latest news on Tuesday
Basque police arrest four for assaulting Spanish football fans, Barcelona crime levels fall in first half of the year, Spain's conservatives call on government to change Grandchildren's Citizenship Law and more news from Spain this Tuesday July 20th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260721/today-in-spain-a-roundup-latest-news-on-tuesday

2026-07-20 13:58:29 UTC

Spain's World Cup heroes return home ahead of victory parade
Spain's newly crowned World Cup champions on Monday arrived back in Madrid, where a million fans are expected to greet them after a night of raucous celebrations across the country.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/spains-world-cup-heroes-return-home-ahead-of-victory-parade

2026-07-20 12:22:17 UTC

Airport bosses warn EU's new border checks triple waiting times for Brits
European airport bosses have warned that new EU border checks are significantly increasing waiting times for British nationals arriving in the bloc, in some cases tripling the average.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/airport-bosses-warn-eus-new-border-checks-triple-waiting-times-for-brits

2026-07-20 11:49:43 UTC

EU fines AliExpress €550m over sale of illegal products in Europe
The EU on Monday slapped a €550 million fine on online retailer AliExpress for allowing the sale of illegal products in Europe, including unsafe toys and cosmetics.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/eu-fines-aliexpress-e550m-over-sale-of-illegal-products-in-europe

2026-07-20 09:25:48 UTC

Superb Spain worthy winners of World Cup dominated by superstar names
It was a World Cup in which football's biggest names sprinkled stardust over the tournament, yet in the end the trophy deservingly went to a formidable if unspectacular Spain side who were simply too strong, even without Lamine Yamal being at his thrilling best.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/superb-spain-worthy-winners-of-world-cup-dominated-by-superstar-names

2026-07-20 08:52:27 UTC

Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations
A teenager died and several people were injured during celebrations of Spain's victory in the World Cup after a fountain onto collapsed in the west of the country, local authorities and media said on Monday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/teen-dies-during-spain-world-cup-celebrations

2026-07-20 08:44:51 UTC

800 evacuated as Spain's biggest wildfire of the year rages on
Two huge blazes in central and northeastern Spain have destroyed more than 30,000 hectares of land and forced the evacuation of almost 2,000 people as the country continues some of the worst wildfires in recent memory.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/800-evacuated-as-spains-biggest-wildfire-of-the-year-rages-on

2026-07-20 06:53:03 UTC

Ecstatic celebrations as Spaniards fete World Cup triumph
Thousands of ecstatic Spanish fans in Madrid bellowed out the Queen song "We are the Champions" following Spain's victory in the World Cup final on Sunday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/ecstatic-celebrations-as-spaniards-fete-world-cup-triumph

2026-07-19 22:17:10 UTC

¡CHAMPIONS! Spain beat Argentina to win World Cup
Ferrán Torres scored the only goal of the game on Sunday as Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra-time to win their second World Cup.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260720/champions-spain-beat-argentina-to-win-world-cup

2026-07-19 15:42:23 UTC

Red and yellow sweep Madrid before World Cup final
Madrid was awash in red and yellow on Sunday as Spain prepared for the World Cup final against Argentina, with buses flying national flags, mobile phone networks adopting football-themed slogans and thousands of supporters wearing the national team's shirt.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260719/red-and-yellow-sweep-madrid-before-world-cup-final

2026-07-19 10:08:38 UTC

Wildfire scorches 12,000 hectares north of Madrid: Spanish authorities
A wildfire raging 100 kilometres (60 miles) north of Madrid has spread, burning more than 12,000 hectares and forcing several hundred people to evacuate, local authorities announced on Sunday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260719/wildfire-scorches-12000-hectares-north-of-madrid-spanish-authorities

2026-07-19 07:36:05 UTC

Spain braces for third heatwave with highs above 40C
Spain is set to enter its third heatwave of the summer on Tuesday, with temperatures forecast to climb above 40C across large parts of the country, the national weather office said.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260719/spain-braces-for-third-heatwave-with-highs-above-40c

2026-07-18 12:44:09 UTC

Fickle winds whip up huge Spanish wildfire
Firefighters battling a huge wildfire in northeastern Spain had another challenging night on Friday as shifting winds fanned flames and reignited the fire in some areas.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260718/fickle-winds-whip-up-huge-spanish-wildfire

2026-07-18 08:10:49 UTC

Inside Spain: How Spanish football shaped my life and identity
As Spain prepares to face Argentina in the World Cup final on Sunday, The Local’s Alex Dunham reminisces about the role the national side has played in his life in Spain, from childhood to parenthood.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260718/inside-spain-how-spanish-football-shaped-my-life-and-identity

2026-07-17 09:44:07 UTC

Spain's PM to attend World Cup final
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will attend the World Cup final to see his country take on reigning champions Argentina, his government said Friday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/spains-pm-to-attend-world-cup-final

2026-07-17 09:27:51 UTC

EXPLAINED: How Gibraltar is toughening its residency rules
Stricter requirements for employees and the self-employed, new age limit, a higher earnings threshold and more - Gibraltar's government has rolled out numerous changes that make it harder to move to the British overseas territory.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/explained-how-gibraltar-is-toughening-its-residency-rules

2026-07-17 08:48:31 UTC

Spain makes key changes to immigration and residency rules
Spain’s Supreme Court has made significant changes to immigration and residency rules in the country just two weeks after the mass migrant amnesty, covering family reunification, residency of relatives of Spanish citizens, criminal records and more.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/spain-makes-key-changes-to-immigration-and-residency-rules

2026-07-17 08:11:35 UTC

EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules
The European Commission this week launched legal action against 17 member states over the application of the new directive on the single permit, a combined procedure that grants third country nationals both a work and residence permit instead of applying separately for them.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/eu-launches-legal-action-against-17-member-states-over-new-single-permit-rules

2026-07-17 07:43:23 UTC

At least 12,000 excess deaths in Europe's June heatwave
At least 12,000 excess deaths were recorded across nine European countries during June's heatwave, national statistics indicated, a toll that could yet rise as more data is released, according to an AFP analysis.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/at-least-12000-excess-deaths-in-europes-june-heatwave

2026-07-17 07:36:56 UTC

Regulator backs extension of Spain's largest nuclear plant
Spain's nuclear safety regulator on Thursday backed extending the operating life of the country's largest atomic power plant to 2030, beyond the government's planned 2028 shutdown.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/regulator-backs-extension-of-spains-largest-nuclear-plant

2026-07-17 07:19:42 UTC

Corruption trial for Spain PM's wife to go ahead following brother's conviction
A Spanish court on Thursday confirmed Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's wife Begoña Gómez will face trial for alleged influence peddling and embezzlement, just days after a court banned the premier's brother from holding public office.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/corruption-trial-for-spain-pms-wife-to-go-ahead-following-brothers-conviction

2026-07-17 06:56:31 UTC

Spain back on wildfire alert as blaze hits northeast
Spanish authorities on Thursday said a large wildfire in the northeast would take days to control, sparking fresh alarm a week after the country's deadliest such disaster in recent history.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260717/spain-back-on-wildfire-alert-as-blaze-hits-northeast

2026-07-16 14:10:36 UTC

Google accuses EU of undermining privacy of 'millions of Europeans'
The European Union demanded Thursday that Google share data with other search engines and open up its Android system to rival AI services, but the US giant said the measures would put privacy at risk.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/google-accuses-eu-of-undermining-privacy-of-millions-of-europeans

2026-07-16 10:55:11 UTC

Valencia airport to undergo €400 million expansion project
Valencia airport is to receive a huge investment of €400 million to expand and improve its facilities in order to help accommodate its increase in passenger numbers. Plans include a boarding area for non-Schengen passengers but no new second runway.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/valencia-airport-to-undergo-e400-million-expansion-project

2026-07-16 09:52:18 UTC

EU court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists
The European Union's top court handed a symbolic victory to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Thursday, upholding his contested 2024 amnesty law for Catalan separatists involved in a failed secession bid.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/eu-court-upholds-spains-amnesty-law-for-catalan-separatists

2026-07-16 09:11:11 UTC

Spain's government partner demands all rental homes be air-conditioned by law
The ruling Socialists' junior coalition partner Sumar has put forward a new proposal which seeks to change the minimum requirements for rental properties in Spain and make air conditioning mandatory.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/spains-government-partner-demands-all-rental-homes-be-air-conditioned-by-law

2026-07-16 08:25:07 UTC

COMPARE: Which European countries allow assisted dying?
After France adopted a bill to allow assisted dying on Wednesday, here's a look at which European countries already authorise the terminally ill to end their lives.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/compare-which-european-countries-allow-assisted-dying

2026-07-16 08:06:21 UTC

'Drastic change': Crowds cross Gibraltar-Spain frontier as border controls vanish
A steady stream of pedestrians and vehicles crossed the border between Spain and Gibraltar on Wednesday as an agreement allowing free movement across the frontier came into force.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/drastic-change-crowds-cross-gibraltar-spain-frontier-as-border-controls-vanish

2026-07-16 07:10:27 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Weather agency warns of another possible heatwave in Spain, four minors drown in two separate incidents, attempted burglary at Yamal's home after World Cup triumph and more news on Thursday July 16th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260716/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-thursday-87

2026-07-15 21:18:01 UTC

Spain to face Argentina in World Cup final after Messi-led comeback sinks England
Reigning champions Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reach their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spain-to-face-argentina-in-world-cup-final-after-messi-led-comeback-sinks-england

2026-07-15 13:43:43 UTC

EU seeks Trump tariff exemptions on wine and cheese
The EU has asked the US for tariff exemptions on more products, a spokesman said on Wednesday, including cheese and wine.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/eu-seeks-trump-tariff-exemptions-on-wine-and-cheese

2026-07-15 12:23:04 UTC

Spain's PM says Gibraltar border removal closes 'open wound'
The lifting of border controls between Spain and Gibraltar has closed "an open wound", Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Wednesday as an agreement allowing free movement across the frontier came into force.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spains-pm-says-gibraltar-border-removal-closes-open-wound

2026-07-15 10:42:21 UTC

Spain's ex-PM unrepentant about France football team remark
Spain's former prime minister Mariano Rajoy has defended himself with sarcasm rather than an apology after earlier comments saying France's national football team had "no French players" sparked an outcry.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spains-ex-pm-unrepentant-about-france-football-team-remark

2026-07-15 10:29:28 UTC

EU extends right to stay for Ukrainians but excludes military-age men
EU countries on Wednesday agreed to extend the right for Ukrainians fleeing the war to stay until 2028, but excluded military-age men arriving in the bloc.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/eu-extends-right-to-stay-for-ukrainians-but-excludes-military-age-men

2026-07-15 09:09:13 UTC

LATEST: EES passport checks will not be fully implemented at Dover and Eurotunnel this summer
As European ports and airports struggle to cope with the full rollout of the EU's new biometric passport checks, the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel have confirmed to The Local that full checks will not be rolled out until the end of the peak summer period.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/latest-ees-passport-checks-will-not-be-fully-implemented-at-dover-and-eurotunnel-this-summer

2026-07-15 08:45:43 UTC

Spain's Sánchez 'embarrassed' by ex-PM's 'no French players' remark
Spanish leader Pedro Sánchez told French counterpart Sebastien Lecornu and first lady Brigitte Macron on Tuesday he was embarrassed by a predecessor's comments that their national football team had "no French players," media reported.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spains-sanchez-embarrassed-by-ex-pms-no-french-players-remark

2026-07-15 08:06:49 UTC

Spain registers hottest first half of summer on record
Mainland Spain registered its hottest first half of the summer since records began in 1961, with two heatwaves sending temperatures soaring, national weather agency AEMET said on Tuesday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spain-registers-hottest-first-half-of-summer-on-record

2026-07-15 07:34:00 UTC

Spain confirms 12 foreigners among 13 wildfire victims
Twelve of the 13 victims of a deadly wildfire that swept through Andalusia in southern Spain were foreign nationals, the authorities said on Tuesday after completing post-mortem examinations.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/spain-confirms-12-foreigners-among-13-wildfire-victims

2026-07-15 07:18:36 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Zaragoza and Valencia on red alert for 42C temperatures, 86-year-old Brit among injured at Spain's San Fermín bull runs, and more news on Wednesday July 15th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-wednesday-91

2026-07-15 07:09:18 UTC

¡Viva! Delirium in Madrid as Spain reach World Cup final
Roars of joy and honking car horns reverberated through Madrid on Tuesday as Spaniards celebrated their team overcoming France and moving to the cusp of a second World Cup crown.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260715/viva-delirium-in-madrid-as-spain-reach-world-cup-final

2026-07-14 21:11:39 UTC

Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus' dreams of winning the title for the third time.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/majestic-spain-stun-france-to-reach-world-cup-final

2026-07-14 12:01:16 UTC

Spanish PM's brother banned from public office for nine years
A Spanish court on Tuesday banned the brother of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez from holding public office for nine years after convicting him of helping secure a public-sector job tailored for him.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/spanish-pms-brother-banned-from-public-office-for-nine-years

2026-07-14 10:57:48 UTC

EU population to peak in 2029 before long-term decline
The population of the 27-nation European Union will peak in 2029 before falling in the coming decades, according to a report published Tuesday that puts a spotlight on the major challenges of an ageing citizenry.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/eu-population-to-peak-in-2029-before-long-term-decline

2026-07-14 09:59:45 UTC

Rail strike in Spain to cause 328 train cancellations on Wednesday
Spain's national rail operator Renfe will cancel 328 train services on Wednesday July 15th as rail workers take part in their second stoppage this summer.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/rail-strike-in-spain-to-cause-328-train-cancellations-on-wednesday

2026-07-14 08:40:07 UTC

Spain to allow trans foreigners to change name and gender on official documents
Spain’s Interior Ministry has approved a new police protocol which will allow all trans migrants in the country to change their name and gender on their official documents such as the TIE or the EU green residency certificate.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/spain-to-allow-trans-foreigners-to-change-name-and-gender-on-official-documents

2026-07-14 07:39:55 UTC

New era for Gibraltar as border controls with Spain set to end
Thousands of workers crossing daily between Spain and Gibraltar will enter a new era of easier travel on Wednesday, as border checks that have long been a source of tension are lifted.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/new-era-for-gibraltar-as-border-controls-with-spain-set-to-end

2026-07-14 07:04:05 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
German parents of Spanish 'house of horrors' released, Spanish PM to visit Algeria in bid to mend ties, cow destroys butcher's shop in Spanish village and more news on Tuesday July 14th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260714/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-tuesday-88

2026-07-13 15:01:01 UTC

British, French and Belgian nationals confirmed as Spain wildfire victims
Three Britons and one national each from France, Belgium and Spain are among the 13 victims of one of the deadliest Spanish wildfires in recent times, authorities said on Monday after DNA tests carried out on the bodies.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/british-french-and-belgian-nationals-confirmed-as-spains-wildfire-victims

2026-07-13 10:02:47 UTC

EU to limit children's access to social media
Children should have "phased and gradual access" to social media, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Monday, as experts recommended under 13s only use online platforms under supervision.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/eu-to-limit-childrens-access-to-social-media

2026-07-13 10:00:18 UTC

Spain's PM visits site of deadly Almería wildfire
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday visited the scene of one of Spain's deadliest wildfires in recent history, which has claimed 13 lives and razed a huge area.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/spains-pm-visits-site-of-deadly-almeria-wildfire

2026-07-13 08:27:07 UTC

'Final before final': France face Spain in World Cup blockbuster
Spain will attempt to neutralise one of the most potent attacking arsenals in World Cup history on Tuesday at 9pm Madrid time when they take on France in a heavyweight semi-final showdown.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/final-before-final-france-face-spain-in-world-cup-blockbuster

2026-07-13 08:23:13 UTC

Which European countries are already using the EES pre-registration app?
The EU's border agency Frontex developed an app allowing travellers to pre-register for its Entry/Exit System rollout. With the summer travel season upon us and queues expected at tourist hotspots, what happened to the app and which countries are using it?
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/which-european-countries-are-already-using-the-ees-pre-registration-app

2026-07-13 07:01:04 UTC

Spain's ex-PM in hot water over 'xenophobic' remark about French team
Spain's conservative ex-prime minister Mariano Rajoy faced criticism at home and in France Sunday after saying the neighbouring country's national football team had "no French players".
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260713/spains-ex-pm-in-hot-water-for-xenophobic-remark-about-french-team

2026-07-11 18:09:51 UTC

'Ring the church bells!': Residents tell of escape from deadly Spanish wildfire
As flames raced toward the Spanish village of Bedar, Manoli Ramos received a desperate order from the mayor: run to the church and ring the bells to warn residents of the danger closing in.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260711/ring-the-church-bells-residents-tell-of-escape-from-deadly-spanish-wildfire

2026-07-11 08:51:24 UTC

Officials say deadly Spain wildfire evolving favourably
A wildfire that has killed at least 12 people in southern Spain has burned about 6,600 hectares (16,300 acres) since Thursday but conditions improved overnight, the regional emergency services chief said Saturday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260711/officials-say-deadly-spain-wildfire-evolving-favourably

2026-07-11 06:32:52 UTC

Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium
Spain struck late to beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday and move onto a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a game decided by a goalkeeping error from Senne Lammens.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260711/spain-into-world-cup-semi-final-with-france-after-late-strike-against-belgium

2026-07-10 10:19:19 UTC

Spain's BBVA bank and former chairman to stand trial over spying
A court on Thursday ordered Spain's second biggest bank BBVA and its former chairman to stand trial for alleged corporate spying involving a disgraced former police chief.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260710/spains-bbva-bank-and-former-chairman-to-stand-trial-over-spying

2026-07-10 10:12:49 UTC

Why are property prices in Spain rising twice as fast than in the EU?
The Spanish property market has been a point of protest in recent years, with soaring prices putting home ownership out of reach for many Spaniards.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260710/why-are-property-prices-in-spain-rising-twice-as-fast-than-in-the-eu

2026-07-10 08:05:42 UTC

Four British victims reportedly among Spain wildfire dead
Many of the 11 people killed in a wildfire in southern Spain are believed to have been foreigners, including four who may have been British who were burned in their car, authorities said Friday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260710/four-british-victims-reportedly-among-spain-wildfire-dead

2026-07-10 06:47:59 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Spain wildfire death toll rises to 12, third heatwave of summer could arrive soon, and more news from Spain on Friday 10th July.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260710/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-friday-86

2026-07-10 05:00:20 UTC

Twelve dead in wildfire in southern Spain
A wildfire that ripped through a hamlet in southern Spain killed 12 people, authorities said Friday, as a heatwave stifled swathes of the country.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260710/twelve-dead-in-wildfire-in-southern-spain

2026-07-09 10:27:45 UTC

MAPS: Where are the wildfires in Spain right now?
In the middle of a record-breaking heatwave with wildfires burning in several parts of the country, here's how to find out where they are and the risk level where you live.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260709/maps-where-are-the-wildfires-in-spain-right-now

2026-07-09 09:25:53 UTC

EU set to delay roll out of €20 ETIAS travel authorisation scheme until 2027
The EU is expected to delay the launch of its travel authorisation scheme known as ETIAS until 2027 because of problems and delays with the rollout of the biometric EES border checks this year, according to reports.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260709/eu-set-to-delay-roll-out-of-e20-etias-travel-authorisation-scheme-until-2027

2026-07-09 08:30:13 UTC

Trump backtracks on summit comments and says Spain 'very generous'
After threatening to sever all trade ties with Spain at a NATO summit on Wednesday, US President Trump had within hours already changed his tune.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260709/trump-backtracks-on-summit-comments-and-says-spain-very-generous

2026-07-09 07:16:52 UTC

Spanish court refuses to refer migrant amnesty to Europe
Despite complaints from regional governments, the controversial mass regularisation process will not be passed up the legal chain to an EU court - for now.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260709/spanish-court-refuses-to-refer-migrant-amnesty-to-europe

2026-07-09 06:41:23 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Prime Minister's wife has passport returned, Spanish stock market slips following Trump's NATO comments, and more news from Spain on Thursday 9th July.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260709/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-thursday-86

2026-07-08 14:55:49 UTC

Barcelona sets new heat record at 40.5C
The Catalan capital has seen record-breaking temperatures today, with the mercury surging beyond 40C amid Spain's second heatwave of the summer.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/barcelona-sets-new-heat-record-at-40-7c

2026-07-08 12:42:33 UTC

Europe's EES border checks won't be suspended, EU insists
The EU is refusing to suspend strict new border controls despite pressure from airports and airlines who have demanded they be put on hold until after summer amid fears of chaos at holiday hotspots.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/europes-ees-border-checks-wont-be-suspended-eu-insists

2026-07-08 12:17:51 UTC

'My future husband was my waiter': Readers reveal why they moved to Spain
We recently asked readers of The Local Spain why they packed up and moved here. The answers ranged from holiday romances that turned into 40-year marriages to Brexit, Trump and the simple search for a better way of life.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/my-future-husband-was-my-waiter-readers-reveal-why-they-moved-to-spain

2026-07-08 09:38:06 UTC

Trump threatens to cut off trade with Spain at NATO summit
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to cut off trade with Spain as NATO leaders met for their summit in Ankara.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/trump-blasts-spain-and-targets-greenland-at-nato-summit

2026-07-08 08:50:45 UTC

Spain's migrant amnesty leads to quick rise in tax-paying workers
It hasn't taken long for the regularisation of undocumented migrants to cause a rise in social security affiliates in Spain, as workers getting paid under the table gain rights in return for taxes.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/spains-migrant-amnesty-leads-to-quick-rise-in-tax-paying-workers

2026-07-08 07:15:52 UTC

'Unique event': Solar eclipse fever fills empty Spain
As a child, Enrique Bordallo would gaze in awe at the starry night sky in rural Spain. Next month's solar eclipse has now made his passion a popular obsession.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/unique-event-solar-eclipse-fever-fills-empty-spain

2026-07-08 06:57:00 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Several active wildfires across Spain, sick leave doubles since the pandemic, and more news from Spain on Wednesday July 8th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-wednesday-90

2026-07-08 06:29:03 UTC

Sensors and early starts: how Spain keeps working when heat hits
The morning sun beats down on Antonio Reina as he tends to a public garden in Barcelona, but he works reassured that a simple wristband protects him in the summer heat.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260708/sensors-and-early-starts-how-spain-keeps-working-when-heat-hits

2026-07-07 13:47:53 UTC

Spanish citizenship concessions 'treble' under Sánchez, data shows
Though the headline figures show a trebling under the current Socialist government, in reality the data is more nuanced and the Sánchez government's high rate of citizenship concessions isn't out of keeping with recent history.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260707/spanish-citizenship-concessions-treble-under-sanchez-data-shows

2026-07-07 08:30:34 UTC

How long will Spain's second heatwave last?
With several regions on the highest red-level alert and temperatures topping 40C, many in Spain are wondering how long the second heatwave of the summer will last.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260707/how-long-will-spains-second-heatwave-last

2026-07-07 07:12:14 UTC

Spanish PM's wife allowed to travel abroad amid ban
A Spanish court on Monday authorised Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's wife Begoña Gómez to attend her daughter's graduation in London, after she was banned from leaving the country as part of a corruption probe.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260707/spanish-pms-wife-allowed-to-travel-abroad-amid-ban

2026-07-07 07:03:46 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Spain advance to World Cup QF after beating Iberian rivals Portugal, Sánchez arrives at NATO summit ready to stand up to Trump, and more news from Spain on Tuesday 7th July.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260707/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-tuesday-87

2026-07-07 05:24:28 UTC

Spain beat Portugal to give Ronaldo bitter end to World Cup career
Substitute Mikel Merino scored a dramatic late winner to put Spain in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Portugal and end Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career on Monday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260707/spain-beat-portugal-to-give-ronaldo-bitter-end-to-world-cup-career

2026-07-06 13:26:15 UTC

'World Cup starts now' as Spain and Portugal clash in last 16
Spain and old rivals Portugal collide in an enticing World Cup clash in Texas on Monday with the quarter finals and possibly Cristiano Ronaldo's international career on the line.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260706/world-cup-starts-now-as-spain-and-portugal-clash-in-last-16

2026-07-06 12:51:19 UTC

What is Madrid’s new 'unborn baby' law and could it become national policy?
Spain's opposition leader just announced that he would implement Madrid’s new 'unborn baby' law if he becomes Prime Minister. But what is it?
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260706/what-is-madrids-new-unborn-baby-law-and-could-it-become-national-policy

2026-07-06 10:04:55 UTC

MAPS: Which regions are under heat and health alerts during Spain's second heatwave?
After Spain's second summer heatwave began on Sunday and temperatures soared beyond 40C, large swathes of the country are under heat alerts and many municipalities are also under high-risk health warnings too.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260706/maps-which-regions-are-under-heat-and-health-alerts-during-spains-second-heatwave

2026-07-06 08:44:03 UTC

Spain to limit passenger numbers at Madrid and Barcelona airports in 2027
Amid new border rules and record tourism levels, Spain's state operator is planning to limit air passengers at peak times in order to ensure long-term capacity and infrastructure demands.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260706/spain-to-limit-passenger-numbers-at-madrid-and-barcelona-airports-in-2027

2026-07-06 07:13:16 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Spain swelters under second heatwave of the summer, Castellón wildfire forces evacuation of 500 residents, six in ten Spaniards believe 'lawfare' exists, and more news from Spain on Monday July 6th.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260706/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-monday-87

2026-07-05 14:34:51 UTC

LATEST: Catalonia government lifts lockdown as firefighters bring Girona blaze under control
The Catalonia government has on Sunday lifted the lockdown that confined 12,000 residents to their homes as firefighters managed to contain the blaze that broke out on Friday in La Bisbal d'Emporda, 12 miles from the Costa Brava coastline.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260705/latest-catalonia-government-lifts-lockdown-as-firefighters-bring-girona-blaze-under-control

2026-07-05 11:43:39 UTC

Infernos devastate forests in France and Spain as Europe's temperatures rise again
Hundreds of firefighters battled forest infernos in France, Spain and Portugal on Sunday as temperatures rose again in heatwave-scarred Europe.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260705/infernos-devastate-forests-in-france-and-spain-as-europes-temperatures-rise-again

2026-07-04 07:32:47 UTC

One for the history books: what we know about the European heatwave
Europe is still taking stock of a powerful heatwave in late June but experts are already confident it ranks among the worst ever recorded -- even rivalling a freak 2003 episode.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260704/one-for-the-history-books-what-we-know-about-the-european-heatwave

2026-07-04 06:24:43 UTC

Wildfire menaces Spain's Costa Brava tourist hotspot
Hundreds of Spanish firefighters battled an expanding wildfire near the popular Mediterranean tourist destination of Costa Brava that had confined thousands to their homes on Friday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260704/wildfire-menaces-spains-costa-brava-tourist-hotspot

2026-07-03 16:41:58 UTC

Wildfire threatens tourist hotspot on Spain's Costa Brava
Hundreds of Spanish firefighters battled an expanding wildfire that was raging near the popular Mediterranean tourist destination of Costa Brava and had confined thousands to their homes on Friday.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/wildfire-threatens-tourist-hotspot-on-spains-costa-brava

2026-07-03 14:41:03 UTC

'Lot of work' needed to resolve Europe's border travel woes, EU chief admits
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Friday there was "still quite a lot of work to do" to resolve issues with a new border check system blamed for severely disrupting European air travel.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/lot-of-work-needed-to-resolve-europes-border-travel-woes-eu-chief-admits

2026-07-03 13:27:19 UTC

Rapa das Bestas: How men wrestle horses for the 'Shearing of the Beasts'
The Galician town of Sabucedo plays host this weekend to its dramatic 'Rapa das Bestas', or Shearing of the Beasts, a spectacle which is exhilarating for some and controversial for others.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/rapa-das-bestas-how-men-wrestle-horses-for-the-shearing-of-the-beasts

2026-07-03 13:04:54 UTC

How to get up to €5,000 in aid to install air conditioning in your property in Spain
As temperatures in Spain soar over summer, not many know about the various regional subsidises and tax breaks available for AC installation.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/how-to-get-up-to-e5000-in-aid-to-install-air-conditioning-in-your-property-in-spain

2026-07-03 09:54:11 UTC

Three wallabies rescued from Spanish cannabis farm hell
Three traumatised wallabies living far from their usual Australian habitat were recovering in a Spanish zoo on Thursday after being rescued from a rural cannabis plantation full of rotting animals.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/three-wallabies-saved-from-spanish-cannabis-farm-hell

2026-07-03 08:04:51 UTC

How Spain is celebrating 250 years of American independence
Spanish cities have been hosting a number of official events and exhibitions to celebrate 250 years of American independence - including Spain's role in it.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/how-spain-is-celebrating-250-years-of-american-independence

2026-07-03 07:24:49 UTC

MAP: The 48 beaches in Spain to avoid this summer
Environmental groups in Spain have handed out nearly 50 dreaded 'black flag' awards to beaches in Spain, with many suffering from pollution in popular tourist areas.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/map-the-48-beaches-in-spain-to-avoid-this-summer

2026-07-03 07:21:24 UTC

Spanish police chief accused of undermining Socialist corruption probe
The head of Spain's Civil Guard was placed under formal investigation on Thursday for her alleged involvement in a plot to sabotage corruption probes targeting the ruling Socialists -- another blow to a fragile government beset by legal woes.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/spanish-police-chief-accused-of-undermining-socialist-corruption-probe

2026-07-03 07:07:46 UTC

Conservatives and far right to govern Spain's Andalusia region
Spain's main opposition conservative party allied with the far right on Thursday to continue governing the key region of Andalusia, in a potential dress rehearsal for next year's general election.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/conservatives-and-far-right-to-govern-spains-andalusia-region

2026-07-03 07:00:15 UTC

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Spanish police warn of lost pet scam, burglar in Valencia arrested after calling phone he left at crime scene, Trump tells Spain it's 'not good Nato member' and more news on Friday July 3rd.
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https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-friday-85