Today in Spain: National Organ Donor Day – Why Spain Leads the World in Organ Donation
Spain has topped global organ donation statistics for decades – a success that also has very concrete implications for expats living in Spain. Spain…
Mosquitoes in Spain: Why some people get bitten more often – and how to protect yourself effectively
As soon as temperatures rise, they are back: mosquitoes. In the summer months in particular, these annoying insects are part of everyday life in…
Spain’s Labour Market Hits Record Highs: Unemployment Falls to Lowest May Level in 19 Years
Spain’s labour market continues its remarkable upward trend. The number of registered unemployed people fell to around 2.32 million in May 2026 – the…
Housing Crunch in Spain: Rent Consumes Up to 70% of Income in Key Regions
Rising rental prices in Spain are increasingly becoming a serious economic problem for many households. According to recent data, average earners now have to…
Andalusia launches “Wildfire Blitz”: region prepares for extreme summer with highest wildfire risk
Andalusia has officially entered the most intense phase of the wildfire season – and is responding with a comprehensive “Wildfire Blitz” to prepare for…
Summer toll rates on the AP-7 on the Costa del Sol: motorists are once again having to dig deeper into their pockets
On the Costa del Sol, the AP-7 motorway is once again causing debate in the summer of 2026. The toll road along the coast,…
Fraud Wave in Spain: The New “Accidental Bizum Payment” Scam – How Criminals Are Exploiting the Goodwill of Expats
The mobile payment service Bizum is becoming increasingly popular in Spain. More and more consumers are using it to send and receive money within…
Hot summers, hard truths: why landlords in Spain don’t have to install air conditioning
In Spain, temperatures are climbing – and so are many tenants’ expectations. With the first serious heatwaves of the year, the same question keeps…
