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Spain records its deadliest summer for heat-related deathsHealth experts warn that increasingly frequent and prolonged heatwaves are becoming a growing public health threat across Spain Spain has recorded its highest number of heat-related deaths during a summer since monitoring began, with 5,234 deaths.. 04/09/2026

Torrevieja moves closer to approving 11-storey hotel despite local oppositionThe proposed Grupo Insara development would replace a residential plot with an 11-storey, 36-metre hotel close to the La Veleta beachfront Plans for an 11-storey hotel in Torrevieja's La Veleta area have moved another step forward, despite formal.. 04/09/2026

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. As a new season begins, we’re delighted to bring you another issue packed with.. 04/09/2026

September 5 Free all-night rock festival in San Miguel de SalinasSeven acts will take to the stage in San Miguel this Saturday evening from 8pm San Miguel de Salinas is preparing for a huge night of live music this Saturday September 5, when the Bargustra Rock Festival 2026 brings more than nine hours of rock.. 03/09/2026

Spain's minimum wage increase trails most of Europe in 2026Spain's 3.1% increase leaves it near the bottom of the EU rankings, despite the minimum wage having risen by more than 40% in real terms over the past decade Spain may have one of the highest minimum wages in the European Union, but workers.. 03/09/2026

September heat continues to build: Alicante weekend weather forecast September 3-6Temperatures will continue to rise over the coming days, with parts of Alicante Province reaching 37°C by Friday It looks like summer is here to stay with temperatures on the rise across Alicante Province, and that trend is set to continue.. 03/09/2026

Spain's new school year faces strikes and protests across the countryMore than eight million pupils are preparing to return to classrooms from September 7, but disputes over pay, staffing and school conditions could bring disruption in several regions The summer holidays are almost over and millions of children.. 01/09/2026

Why September is the smart time for Spain's hospitality businesses to upgrade with TaberioAs August's holiday rush eases, golfers and autumn visitors bring a different pace to Spain's hospitality trade August might get all the attention when it comes to Spain's hospitality trade, but plenty of business owners know that September.. 01/09/2026

From Trusted Local Service to Household Name: Why Clean Now Has Become Alicante's Go-To Property PartnerA once-simple cleaning service in Alicante has grown into the name residents, expats and holiday home owners across the Costa Blanca all rely on There was a time when looking after a property on the Costa Blanca meant juggling a battered address book.. 01/09/2026

Temperatures climb again as September begins: Alicante weather forecast August 31-September 3The first days of September will bring some cloud and sunshine, with temperatures rising to 35°C in parts of the province by Thursday After a lovely few days of cooler, more autumn-like temperatures, another heatwave is on the horizon for Spain.. 31/08/2026

More than 262,000 hectares burned by wildfires across Spain this yearSpain has recorded 43 major forest fires this year, while a change in the weather could bring some relief to fire-hit areas this weekend Spain has seen more than 262,000 hectares of land affected by wildfires since the start of the year, according.. 28/08/2026

TKO Mystery Voice competition winner celebrates with €500 prizeAfter more than three months of clues and guesses, one TKO Radio listener finally walked away with the €500 prize After more than three months of guessing, the mystery voice on TKO Radio has finally been revealed, and Louise Denneny is the.. 28/08/2026

What is the meteotsunami that hit the Costa Blanca, Valencia and Mallorca?From Orihuela Costa to Mallorca, the unusual phenomenon caused rapid changes in sea level, with some areas seeing water reach promenades and restaurants It might sound like something from a disaster film, but a meteotsunami is a real weather-related.. 26/08/2026

Heat linked to 96 deaths in one week across the Valencian CommunityThe latest figures bring the estimated number of heat-related deaths this summer to 458, with Alicante recording the highest number during the latest extreme heat episode The latest figures show the impact of this summer's extreme temperatures.. 25/08/2026

Violent hailstorm leaves Tarragona streets underwaterTorrential rain, hailstones measuring more than 5cm and powerful winds of up to 117km/h caused flooding, damage and travel disruption across Tarragona A powerful storm swept across Tarragona on Monday August 24, bringing torrential rain and large.. 25/08/2026

Valencian Community hotels are almost full this August, with Benidorm and Alicante South leading the wayAverage occupancy across the region hit 92.1% in the first half of the month, slightly ahead of last year and pointing to another strong summer season If it felt like every hotel on the Costa Blanca was packed to the rafters this August, that is because.. 24/08/2026

How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk againBarry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel in Murcia For anyone who's ever worried about what would happen if they needed specialist care while living abroad, Barry.. 18/08/2026

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delaysMore than 60,000 vehicles use the notorious bottleneck outside Torrevieja every day Anyone who regularly drives between Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa will know the N-332 bottleneck all too well. Now, after years of promises and waiting, Torrevieja.. 17/08/2026

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know Health is not only about feeling well at a given moment, but also about knowing that we will feel well in the future. Self‑care, healthy habits and medical check‑ups are essential for preventing illness and improving people’s quality of life.. 04/08/2026

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansionThe Alicante-based company says its success has come from doing the simple things well, delivering reliable service and building lasting relationships Reaching your first 300 clients is a milestone any business would be proud of, but for Alicante-.. 30/07/2026