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Five years of euthanasia in Spain: More people are choosing assisted dying, but the journey is rarely simpleNew Ministry of Health figures show 565 people received assisted dying in 2025, with requests rising steadily since the law came into force Five years ago, Spain became one of a small number of countries in the world to legalise euthanasia. Since then.. 18/06/2026

Spain's wildfire crisis is three times worse than this time last year, and the heat has barely begunWith 39,000 hectares already burned and the first heat wave of summer approaching, experts warn the worst may still be ahead Spain is heading into the peak summer season with a wildfire situation that is already significantly more serious than a year.. 18/06/2026

Imserso opens applications for 2026-27 budget holidays for retireesPensioners and eligible retirees have until July 10 to apply for subsidised breaks across Spain The application period has opened for Spain's hugely popular Imserso travel programme, giving pensioners and retirees the chance to enjoy heavily subsidised.. 18/06/2026

Is the first summer heatwave on its way? Spain weather forecast June 18-21A surge of hot air is expected to push temperatures well above normal levels across much of Spain this weekend Averahe temperatures expected on Sunday June 21   After several days of unusually high temperatures across much of Spain, forecasters.. 18/06/2026

Spain named Europe's least tourism-friendly country in new studyResearch suggests residents in Spain are more concerned about the impact of overtourism than those in any other European country Spain has been ranked as the European country where opposition to mass tourism is strongest, according to a new study.. 17/06/2026

Spain to enjoy spectacular Strawberry Moon at the end of JuneThe so-called Strawberry Moon will reach its peak just days after the summer solstice Skywatchers across Spain will have one more reason to look up before June comes to an end, with the arrival of the year's Strawberry Moon.   The full.. 16/06/2026

Spain triples funding for women's health to tackle gender gap in medical researchThe government programme will direct new funding towards research into chronic pain, hormonal and cardiovascular conditions affecting women, including endometriosis, where diagnosis can take up to a decade Some welcome news for millions of women.. 16/06/2026

EU backs free cabin luggage allowance for passengers flying from SpainPassengers could gain new baggage rights, simpler compensation claims and stronger protections for families Holidaymakers and expats flying to and from Spain could soon avoid one of the most frustrating extra charges added by budget airlines after.. 16/06/2026

UK follows Spain's lead with social media ban for children under 16Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban social media for under-16s, following similar moves in Spain and Australia The UK is set to follow Spain and Australia by banning social media for anyone under the age of 16. British Prime Minister.. 15/06/2026

Eligible foreign residents only have until June 30 to apply for Spain's regularisation processHeniam & Associates can help eligible applicants gather evidence, prepare documents and submit their application before the deadline closes Time is running out for foreign nationals who may qualify for Spain's extraordinary regularisation.. 15/06/2026

Spain hit by thirteen wildfires over the weekend, with crews battling blazes in Murcia, Andalucía and elsewhereHundreds of hectares have burned across the country, with emergency crews working flat out in Murcia, Andalusia, Galicia and Catalonia Thirteen wildfires broke out across Spain over the weekend, burning hundreds of hectares and forcing evacuations.. 15/06/2026

Twelve dead across Spain after deadly weekend on beaches and riversA run of tragic incidents over three days has left families across Spain in mourning, with victims ranging in age from 12 to 80 It's been a tragic few days on Spain's coasts, with twelve people losing their lives to drowning over the course.. 15/06/2026

Spain weather forecast June 15-18: Storms and rising heat before real summer arrivesAfternoon thunderstorms will bring some relief to large parts of Spain this week but temperatures are set to climb sharply as the weekend approaches Average temperatures expected across Spain on Thursday June 18   After a very sultry Sunday.. 15/06/2026

Your rights as an air passenger in Europe could be about to get significantly weakerConsumer groups across Europe are pushing back against proposed EU reforms that would cut compensation for delays and cancellations and make it easier for airlines to avoid paying out If you travel by air regularly, this is worth paying attention to... 15/06/2026

Spain's 'express' rental market grows as apartments disappear in 24 hoursOne in six rental homes across Spain is now being let within a day, according to new data from Idealista One in six rental properties in Spain is being snapped up in under 24 hours, with 'express' listings really taking off in Barcelona.. 12/06/2026

Got a message from the Spanish Tax Agency asking for cryptocurrency payment? It is a scamThe AEAT has confirmed it never requests payments in cryptocurrency or asks for personal or financial information by email or SMS If you have received an email claiming to be from the Spanish Tax Agency (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria.. 12/06/2026

Foreigner killed in Magaluf apartment fire that claimed 2 lives and injured 24A British woman remains in critical condition after a blaze tore through a block in Mallorca's Punta Ballena area A fire that broke out in an apartment block in Magaluf early on the morning of Thursday Jun 11 has left two people dead and 24 others.. 12/06/2026

Diesel prices in Spain drop to lowest level since Iran conflict beganDiesel now costs €1.61 a litre while petrol has dropped to €1.52 on average in Spain There’s a bit of relief at the pumps across Spain this week. Diesel prices have dropped again, falling by 2% to reach €1.61 a litre, which is.. 12/06/2026

Body found on Valencia beach linked to migrant boat tragedy off CartagenaThe Guardia Civil believes the remains may belong to one of 13 people still missing after a horrific 20-day journey at sea The lower half of a human body found on El Saler beach in Valencia on Wednesday June 10 is now believed to be linked to a migrant.. 11/06/2026

Man arrested in Valencia after posing as hostel worker to assault three British womenA 32-year-old Tunisian national has been detained following two separate incidents at a hostel in Valencia's Camins al Grau area A man has been arrested in Valencia after allegedly posing as a member of staff at a hostel to gain the trust of three.. 11/06/2026