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Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

Crisp mornings and toasty afternoons: Murcia weather forecast November 10-13A week of mild sunshine, cooling nights and gentle winds perfect for exploring the coast and countryside A mild week ahead in the Region of Murcia with a mix of sunshine and clouds, cooler mornings inland, but pleasant highs reaching mid 20s by the.. 10/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in.. 10/11/2025

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you winWith the season fast approaching, here’s a reminder of who can’t join in the fun - and some handy advice for those dreaming of striking it lucky It might still be early November, but Christmas is already starting to peek around the corner.. 10/11/2025

Murcia takes emergency action as Spain faces unprecedented bird flu crisisEleven Murcia municipalities have been ordered to lock down poultry amid fears of devastating bird flu epidemic Last week, the Ministry of Agriculture ordered that poultry across the country be confined indoors from November 10 as Spain braces for.. 10/11/2025

New niño on the block: Action supermarkets sweep Spain to rival the big brandsThe bargain Dutch brand is threatening the crowns of Mercadona, Lidl and Aldi with low, low prices It seems there’s no stopping Action, the latest discount superstore aiming for Spanish domination. The Dutch chain first arrived in Spain in 2022.. 07/11/2025

Spain orders poultry lockdown as bird flu cases surgeOutdoor farming has been banned across most of Spain from November 10 Spain has banned outdoor poultry farming across nearly the entire country in response to a sharp rise in avian flu cases among wild birds. The new restrictions, announced by the.. 07/11/2025

Healthy food off the menu for more than a third of shoppers in MurciaWith 37.2% forced to make grocery cut-backs, consumers in Spain are struggling to buy quality products While certain kitchen staples like olive oil have come down in price this year, many more common cooking ingredients just keep flying up. With Spanish.. 07/11/2025

Obesity costs Spain €130 billion a year, but losing just 5-10% of weight could save billionsExperts also warn early eating disorders surge in children as young as five, sparking concern Obesity is costing Spain a staggering €130 billion annually, equivalent to 8% of the country’s GDP and nearly half of its state pension budget, according.. 07/11/2025

VIDEO: New padel and pickleball complex now open at Roda Golf & Beach ResortThe facilities at Roda Golf Plaza features five courts and academy classes with changing rooms and shop to come     Roda Golf & Beach Resort has opened a new private padel and pickleball facility, the Roda Padel Reserve.  .. 06/11/2025

Why house prices in Murcia are climbing faster than the rest of SpainA huge shortage of available properties is driving prices up across the Region of Murcia House prices across the Region of Murcia are set to keep climbing, according to real estate agents who anticipate that the problem isn't going away anytime.. 06/11/2025

Elephants roamed the Murcia coast 125,000 years agoResearchers from Andalucía and Murcia uncover fossil footprints tracing ancient animal migration routes Imagine giant straight-tusked elephants pacing along the shores of Murcia more than 125,000 years ago. Thanks to the discovery of fossil footprints.. 05/11/2025

Spain's wage gap shrinks as salaries stagnate and costs riseSpain’s wage divide is closing - yet the middle class is paying the price The gap between Spain’s minimum wage and the country’s most common salary has narrowed to just 3%, according to new research from the Juan de Mariana Institute.. 05/11/2025

Nearly 200,000 cut-price spa holidays available for pensioners in Spain in 2026Older people can enjoy 10-day thermal spa breaks from just €302 at 75 centres across Spain We might still be in the thick of the autumn/winter discount trips for older people, but the Imserso Tourism Scheme, a hugely popular initiative offering.. 05/11/2025

Petrol prices in Spain could hit €2 per litre by 2027 under new EU rulesBrussels' latest climate measures could see drivers in Spain paying significantly more at the pump Motorists across Spain could be looking at petrol prices of €2 per litre by 2027, a hefty 35% increase on what we're paying today. The.. 05/11/2025

Water bills reduced in San Javier to compensate drinking water cuts in OctoberThe reductions will be reflected in the next water bills received by residents of San Javier Following the lead set by Los Alcázares earlier in the week, the Town Hall of San Javier and the local water supply company (Hidrogea) will be reducing.. 05/11/2025

Terra Natura Murcia welcomes two rare Iberian wolves to its conservation familyNew arrivals boost efforts to protect this iconic native species Terra Natura Murcia has gotten a little wilder recently with the arrival of two female Iberian wolves (canis lupus signatus), a unique subspecies native only to the Iberian Peninsula. These.. 04/11/2025

Why traffic police in Spain are asking to look inside your glove compartmentGuardia Civil in Spain are focusing on missing documents and safety equipment, with fines up to an eye-watering €3,000 The Guardia Civil has stepped up roadside checks across Spain and many drivers have been surprised to find officers asking.. 04/11/2025

Pensioners in Spain: Your double Christmas bonus payment is on the waySome festive cheer for retirees across Spain with a welcome financial boost just in time for the holidays Christmas is just around the corner and the festive feeling is already spreading. The season brings presents, gatherings with family and friends.. 04/11/2025

Murcia to give €200 to help young people get their driving licenceThe regional government is aiming to support over 2,500 young people via the €514,000 initiative Young people in the Region of Murcia can now apply for financial aid to help them obtain their driving licence, thanks to a new €514,000 initiative.. 04/11/2025