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AI is becoming Spain’s new trusted adviserFrom shopping and job hunting to investing and checking company claims, artificial intelligence is now influencing decisions for millions of people across Spain Artificial intelligence is no longer just a novelty in Spain. According to a new report by.. 26/06/2026

Watch the video: Fury in Torrevieja as jet ski filmed harassing dolphinsThe person who filmed the clip in the Costa Blanca cove says the dolphins were being chased and deliberately spooked           View this post on Instagram       &.. 26/06/2026

Spain makes LGBTQ+ conversion therapy a criminal offenceAnyone found carrying out the practices in Spain now faces up to two years in prison rather than a fine Anyone who subjects an LGBTQ+ person to so-called conversion practices in Spain now risks a prison sentence, after Congress approved changes to.. 26/06/2026

Spain now has more than 3,600 speed cameras and the number is still growingNearly 1,000 new devices have been added in five years, with average speed cameras seeing the biggest rise of all If you drive regularly in Spain, the chances are there are significantly more cameras watching you than there were even a year ago. New figures.. 26/06/2026

Orihuela launches smart sensors to monitor air quality and noise levels across the municipalityThree high-tech devices installed in streetlights will track 11 environmental parameters in real time, with automatic alerts if safety thresholds are breached If you live in or regularly visit Orihuela, the air you breathe and the noise around you are.. 26/06/2026

Ticks are spreading into Spanish cities and experts say vigilance, not panic, is the right responseClimate change and urban wildlife are bringing ticks closer to home than ever before, with two serious diseases now a genuine concern in parts of Spain If you think ticks are something you only need to worry about on a country walk, think again. Spain.. 25/06/2026

Alicante homeowners over 60 could claim up to €10,000 for home improvementsThe funding is available throughout the Valencian Community for accessibility improvements carried out during 2025 Thousands of older residents across Alicante and the wider Valencian Community could be eligible for grants of up to €10,000 to.. 25/06/2026

Benidorm's British fans are getting through 190,000 litres of beer a day during the World CupDistributors say nearly four million litres will have been supplied to the resort's bars by the time the tournament ends, with sales up 30% on a typical summer Walk through Benidorm's British quarter on an England match night right now and the.. 25/06/2026

Tropical nights continue after cooler days: Alicante weekend weather forecast June 25-28Temperatures will ease slightly across Alicante province, although many areas will still struggle to cool down after dark Average temperatures expected on Sunday June 28   After Spain recorded its hottest June days since at least 1950 and.. 25/06/2026

Space fans in Spain may be able to spot a giant asteroid passing Earth on SaturdayThe space rock will come within 2.56 million kilometres of Earth and should be visible from Spain with binoculars or a small telescope If you fancy a spot of stargazing this weekend you could be in for a treat, as a large asteroid is set to make a.. 25/06/2026

From June 26 Torrevieja Pride returns with 9 days of celebrationsThe celebrations will run until Saturday July 4 with events promoting diversity and inclusion Torrevieja is preparing for nine days of Pride celebrations with a programme of cultural events, talks, performances and community activities taking place.. 24/06/2026

Pilar de la Horadada beach reopens after brief fecal contamination closurePuerto beach in Pilar de la Horadada was closed for around 24 hours after water tests flagged contamination levels twice the legal limit The good news for anyone heading to the Puerto beach in Pilar de la Horadada today is that it is open again. The bathing.. 24/06/2026

Spain announces biggest shake-up of its elderly care system in nearly two decadesFunding is set to double by 2027, waiting lists should shrink, and new services will help dependent people stay in their own homes for longer If you have an elderly relative in Spain, or are quietly thinking ahead to your own future care needs, this week.. 24/06/2026

When to water your plants during a Spanish heat wave, and why getting it wrong wastes more than just waterTiming makes all the difference between a garden that gets through the hottest days and one that wilts within them If you have a garden, terrace or even just a collection of pots, the arrival of a heat wave is the moment when your watering habits really.. 23/06/2026

Millions in Spain exposed to air pollution above new EU limitsReport finds 33 million people exposed to air pollution, which is the leading environmental cause of premature death in Spain Around 33 million people in Spain, roughly two out of every three residents, were exposed in 2025 to air pollution levels.. 23/06/2026

Alicante San Juan festival supermarket opening hours: What's open on June 23 and 24Many stores across the Costa Blanca will open as normal on June 23 before closing for the regional holiday on June 24 Anyone planning a supermarket run during Alicante's San Juan celebrations may want to check opening times before setting off. &.. 23/06/2026

The summer sales are here: how to make the most of the discounts without blowing your budgetWith reductions of up to 50% already landing and some stores starting as early as Thursday June 25, here is how to shop smartly this season The summer sales have arrived in Spain, and for households feeling the pinch of rising prices, they are a genuine.. 23/06/2026

Getting a text or email about an unpaid fine? It could be a scam targeting Spanish drivers The DGT has issued a warning about a phishing fraud in which fake traffic penalties are being sent to drivers by email and SMS If you have received a message telling you that an unpaid traffic fine has doubled because you missed the payment deadline.. 22/06/2026

Santa Pola wildfire brought under control after breaking out near Rio SafariFire crews from across Alicante were deployed as flames threatened the salt flats A fire that broke out in reedbeds near Rio Safari in Santa Pola, Alicante has now been fully extinguished after a major emergency response involving firefighters, helicopters.. 22/06/2026

Alicante police revive unconscious German tourist after medical emergency on busThe 64-year-old stopped breathing and had no pulse before Costa Blanca officers used a defibrillator and CPR to revive him A German tourist is recovering after police officers and paramedics helped save his life when he suffered a medical emergency.. 22/06/2026