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August 15 is a national holiday in Spain for the Feast of the AssumptionThis holiday in mid-August is a day off work for many businesses in Spain August 15 is a public holiday in Spain and other predominantly Catholic countries like Italy because it is the Feast of the Assumption, known in Spanish as ‘Fiesta de.. 14/08/2025

Spain sizzles through the hottest August of all timeThe first 20 days will likely be the warmest Spain has seen since records began You probably don’t need us to tell you that August is turning out to be a scorcher and not just any scorcher - this one is rewriting the record books. The first.. 14/08/2025

Steep beach fines in Spain: why you could pay up to €3,000 for breaking summer rulesFrom paddle tennis to fishing and diving, beachgoers face hefty penalties if they stray into prohibited areas   If you are planning to make the most of Spain’s beaches this summer, you might want to brush up on the rules before heading out.. 14/08/2025

Spanish police reissue advice to check if your home has been targeted by burglarsTricks include markers to indicate whether the front door has been opened or the occupants are away Every summer, when many homes across Spain are left empty while the occupants go on holiday, burglars take advantage to break in and steal people.. 13/08/2025

Latest news on the fires in Spain todayHeat, storms, and wind are complicating the fight against the blazes, which are ravaging thousands of hectares. Spain continues to burn for another day, with more than 20,000 hectares scorched this August and thousands of people evacuated. A combination.. 13/08/2025

Spain is tightening pension eligibility starting this August: find out if this applies to youMake sure your pension payments are up to date as this change takes effect across Spain Earlier this year, the Spanish government introduced several welcome pension measures designed to make active retirement more financially attractive. They also.. 12/08/2025

Can a lifeguard really fine you for swimming under a red flag?A Spanish lawyer clears up the confusion over beach safety rules and who actually has the power to sanction   It is a familiar sight on Spanish beaches in the summer. The red flag is flying, the waves are rough, and a lifeguard is blowing.. 12/08/2025

When to get the best view of the shooting star show of the summerMake a wish as the Perseids meteor shower is reaching its peak One of the year’s most anticipated astronomical events occurs every August, the Perseids meteor show, which is better known in Spain as “las lágrimas de San Lorenzo.. 12/08/2025

Spain raises a glass to non-alcoholic beer as it tops Europe in sales and productionThe alcohol-free alternative now makes up 14% of all beer sold in Spain and is a regular feature of social life, from tapas to road trips Spain has taken the number one spot in Europe for both the consumption and production of non-alcoholic beer, as drinkers.. 11/08/2025

Ryanair ground staff extend Spain-wide strike throughout AugustThe industrial action will impact flights to and from every airport in Spain Ryanair passengers flying in and out of Spain are facing widespread disruption this month as ground handling staff have announced plans to extend their strike action across.. 08/08/2025

Heatwave horror: Spain sees 57% rise in heat-related deaths this JulyJuly has become one of Spain’s deadliest months for heat-related deaths in the past decade Last winter in Spain may have been long, damp and dreary but the summer has been equally relentless, breaking heat record after heat record with virtually.. 06/08/2025

Spain's Sturgeon Supermoon: A celestial showstopper this AugustSpanish skies are set to light up with August’s rare and radiant Supermoon Spain is gearing up for an incredible couple of years when it will have a front-row seat and one of the best views in the world of a spectacular trio of eclipses. But.. 06/08/2025

Why jellyfish are invading Spanish beaches this summerWarmer waters, fewer predators and changing currents are all behind the rising number of stings, say marine experts   With summer now in full swing and many of us heading to the coast to escape the heat, beachgoers are being warned to watch out.. 05/08/2025

Spain prepares for once-in-a-lifetime trio of eclipsesThe government has created a special commission to handle hundreds of thousands of eclipse chasers as Spain has a front-row seat Spain is about to become the hottest destination for astronomy fans worldwide, with an incredible trio of solar eclipses heading..

House prices in Spain still rising fast - with one region up 37%New data shows property prices in Spain continue to climb, especially in Murcia and the Basque Country House prices across Spain are continuing their upward trend, with new figures showing an average year-on-year increase of 6.7% in May 2025. While.. 01/08/2025

Netflix is ending its Basic plan in Spain in September: these are your options if you don't want adsThe streaming platform is discontinuing this ad-free subscription in Spain, forcing existing users to upgrade Netflix has rolled out a significant change to its plans in Spain. From September 1, the ad-free Basic plan, which cost €9.99 per month.. 01/08/2025

Car owners in Spain are turning idle vehicles into summer incomePeer-to-peer car rentals have skyrocketed in demand in places like Madrid, Malaga and Alicante Last summer, the practice of renting out private swimming pools to holidaymakers and daytrippers exploded in Spain and netted thousands in extra cash for.. 30/07/2025

Still not the most generous in Europe: Spain raises parental leave to 17 weeks for both mothers and fathersThe new measures will take effect immediately and expand parental leave in a landmark social welfare policy The Spanish government has implemented a significant extension of paid care leave after the Council of Ministers formally approved a new Royal.. 29/07/2025

Why your overnight phone charging habit is costing you moneyResearch shows millions of people in Spain could be adding unnecessary euros to their electricity bills Most of us do it without thinking: plug in the phone before bed and wake up to a fully charged device. But Spanish consumer experts are warning.. 29/07/2025

Read the August edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the August 2025 issue of Home & Living! Another great read which we hope will inspire you and give you lots of ideas for your home.   Featured in this month’s issue:   We chat to a couple who bought.. 29/07/2025