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Forget María and Antonio: These Are the Baby Names Now Topping the Charts in Spain

Spain’s naming habits are changing noticeably. Sofia and Mateo now lead the rankings for newborns, while very different traditional names continue to dominate among the population as a whole Spain Expat Press…

22 de August de 2026

Spain·Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Other news·Culture

Spain was moved by her story – now Wafae is facing difficult questions

Wafae reached Ceuta by swimming across the sea and spoke of her desire for freedom and equality. Her story prompted enormous sympathy in Spain, with some people even offering to help her.…

21 de August de 2026

Living in Spain·Opinion·Spain·Topics of the day

The next increase in contributions is coming: high earners will pay more into Spain’s social security system in 2027

From 2027, several social security contributions in Spain will rise again. Employees on higher incomes and their employers will be particularly affected. At the same time, the maximum contribution base is increasing…

21 de August de 2026

Living in Spain·Politics·Topics of the day·Economy

Holiday homes are pushing out local residents on Spain’s coast: Property prices continue to rise

Property prices in Spanish coastal municipalities rose by 13.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2026. At the same time, households now have to spend an average of 40 per cent…

20 de August de 2026

Economy·Property·Living in Spain·Spain·Topics of the day

New wildfire near Madrid: Aldea del Fresno and Villamantilla under stay-at-home order

Just weeks after devastating wildfires swept through the south-west of the Madrid region, the area is once again battling the flames. A new wildfire broke out near Aldea del Fresno on Wednesday.…

19 de August de 2026

Spain·Madrid·Topics of the day·Living in Spain·News·Nature·Environment

Swimming allowed again: All six beaches in Málaga reopen after E. coli alert

Good news for residents and holidaymakers on the Costa del Sol: following a temporary swimming ban, all six affected beaches in Málaga have reopened. New water tests show that E. coli levels…

19 de August de 2026

Andalucia·Costa del Sol·Living in Spain·News·Health·Spain

Granada cannot catch a break: More than 420 earthquakes shake Andalusia – experts expect further tremors

The ground beneath Granada has been shaking for days. More than 420 seismic events have been recorded since 14 August. Two stronger earthquakes, measuring 5.0 and 4.8 in magnitude, have put residents…

19 de August de 2026

Andalucia·Topics of the day·Living in Spain·News·Nature·Spain

Spain names its best wines of 2026 – and one winner costs less than €8

Five wines, five categories and five very different corners of Spain. The Spanish Ministry of Agriculture has named its best wines of 2026, ranging from Catalan Garnacha and white Rioja to Cava…

19 de August de 2026

Living in Spain·Gastronomy·Spain·Topics of the day

The last shop before heading home: how to choose the right Spanish ham

The Spanish holiday is coming to an end, the suitcases are almost packed – but there is still room for a taste of Spain. Jamón is one of the most popular things…

19 de August de 2026

Spain·Topics of the day·English-Speaking Experts Spain·Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Gastronomy·Culture

Sharp weather change in Spain: temperatures to fall by up to 10°C in just 24 hours

After days of extreme heat, Spain is heading for a significant change in the weather. A cooler air mass will send temperatures falling across much of the country from Thursday, with drops…

19 de August de 2026

Living in Spain·Spain·Topics of the day·Weather

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