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Child abductions in Spain rise sharply over the last decadeOfficial figures show a 73% increase, with 2023 recording the highest number of cases Child abductions in Spain have risen by around 73% over the last 10 years, according to the annual missing persons report produced by the National Centre for Missing.. 20/04/2026

A warm and sunny week ahead in Alicante: Weekly weather forecast April 20-23Plenty of sunshine and warm summer-like temperatures are expected across the province this week After a beautiful, sunny weekend, the good news is the weather is set to stay much the same. It already feels like summer is creeping in, with.. 20/04/2026

Fuel costs are pushing more drivers towards electric carsRising petrol and diesel prices are making electric motoring look far more attractive in Spain The latest surge in fuel prices across Spain, is giving electric cars a stronger sales pitch. With petrol and diesel becoming much more expensive, the cost.. 17/04/2026

Hope and long queues as Spain's migrant regularisation beginsFirst day brings uncertainty, urgency and the human stories behind the headlines Spain’s new immigration regularisation process has begun with a mix of hope, confusion and long queues, as thousands of people across the country rushed to start their.. 17/04/2026

Spain to launch 400 prefix to help spot spam business callsThe new rule aims to make commercial calls easier to spot and cut the risk of phone scams From October, all business calls in Spain will have to use the new 400 prefix, under regulations introduced by the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public.. 17/04/2026

Illegal Botox clinic raided in Pilar de la Horadada as police smash cosmetic treatment networkThe Costa Blanca premises was among three shut down in Spain-wide illegal Botox and filler crackdown A clandestine cosmetic clinic and an illegal drug storage facility in Pilar de la Horadada were among the targets of a major Guardia Civil operation.. 16/04/2026

Torrevieja gives the green light to new hotel complex near the N-332A long-dormant plot near La Mata that's been sitting empty since 1986 could finally be developed under new planning proposals A plot of land near La Mata that has been sitting undeveloped since it was first earmarked for tourism use back in 1986.. 16/04/2026

Warm and mostly sunny weather continues: Alicante weekend weather April 16-19Coastal areas will stay mostly dry and sunny, while inland areas may see showers and the odd thunderstorm Alicante is heading into a run of mostly settled spring weather, with plenty of sunshine and gradually warmer days. While coastal areas are.. 16/04/2026

Spain opens applications for its most controversial immigration plan in historyThe plan could hand residency and work rights to half a million undocumented migrants in Spain Spain has launched one of the most talked-about and controversial immigration measures in recent memory, opening online applications today, Thursday April.. 16/04/2026

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summerExperts give it a 61% chance of bringing hotter temperatures and more persistent heat across the country Spain could be in for an especially warm summer if a strong El Niño pattern develops, as experts are now watching closely for what they call.. 15/04/2026

Alicante strengthens its grip as Spain's third biggest property marketThe province leads the Valencian Community as Jávea stays in demand and prices keep climbing Alicante has firmly established itself as Spain’s third largest real estate market, behind only Madrid and Barcelona. With 53,385 sales recorded.. 14/04/2026

Spain sees wildfire damage more than double in the first quarter of 2026Almost 13,000 hectares have burned so far this year, although no major fires have been recorded Wildfires have burned 12,946.66 hectares across Spain in the first three months of 2026, more than twice the amount seen over the same period last year. The.. 14/04/2026

Emergency crews battle through the night to stabilise Sierra de Orihuela forest fire near MontepinarA major emergency response was launched just after 10pm and worked through the night until the fire was finally stabilised A forest fire that broke out in the Sierra de Orihuela, close to the Montepinar urbanisation, kept emergency crews busy throughout.. 14/04/2026

Sierra Escalona near Orihuela Costa moves closer to becoming a protected Natural ParkThe protected mountain range, just inland from Campoamor and San Miguel de Salinas, edges towards official status One of the most important natural areas in southern Alicante, located just inland from Orihuela Costa, is a step closer to becoming an.. 13/04/2026

Murcia and Torrevieja venues included in world's 100 best club rankingSpain leads the global nominations ahead of the United States, with two local venues included Two well-known nightlife venues in Murcia and Torrevieja have been nominated for the World's 100 Best Clubs list, which recognises some of the top.. 13/04/2026

The Digital Nomad Visa: How to live and work remotely from SpainHow to handle the paperwork, work legally and enjoy life while living in Spain Moving to Spain as a remote worker is an exciting opportunity, but arranging all the paperwork required can feel overwhelming. Paperwork, income proof, health insurance.. 13/04/2026

Spain's property prices surge again as rises double the European averageA 13% jump in 2025 highlights growing pressure on buyers, with Spain now among the fastest rising markets in Europe Spain’s housing market has taken another sharp upward turn, with prices rising by 12.9% in 2025, making it the fourth largest increase.. 10/04/2026

What would Spain look like with fewer immigrants? New report paints a stark pictureStudy warns economy, public services and population could all shrink sharply without foreign workers Spain’s long-term future could look very different if immigration levels were significantly reduced, according to a new report by the National Office.. 10/04/2026

Petrol costs could stay volatile as Iran ceasefire comes under strainRelief after sharp drop quickly fades as uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz keeps energy costs in focus After weeks of soaring prices, across Spain and beyond, oil markets briefly breathed a sigh of relief this week, only for fresh tensions to send prices edging..

Spain's tourism sector eyes a lift from the Iran war, but costs could eat into the gainsExceltur says demand is set to rise, though higher energy prices and weaker long-haul travel will limit the benefit Spain’s tourism sector is heading into spring with cautious optimism, as the impact of the war in Iran is expected to bring more.. 10/04/2026