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Motorbike used by ‘hitmen’ who shot far-right politician in the face is discovered burnt out in Spain’s Madrid – as more details emerge

THE motorbike used by two ‘hitmen’ in a drive-by shooting against a politician has been found burnt out by police. Alejo Vidal-Quadras, 78, was shot

9 Nov, 2023 @ 16:49

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Manhunt for ‘professional’ who shot far-right politician in the face from the back of a moped in Spain: Sources suggest attack on Alejo Vidal-Quadras, 78, was ‘planned’

A MANHUNT is underway after a right-wing politician was shot in the head on Thursday. Alejo Vidal-Quadras, 78, received a bullet to the face at

9 Nov, 2023 @ 16:07

Lead·Must Read

Spain has the fourth highest life expectancy in the WORLD – and the third highest cocaine use

THE average life expectancy in Spain is the fourth highest in the world and three years above the international norm. Most Spaniards live to at

9 Nov, 2023 @ 15:03

Health·Lead

WATCH: Two pickpockets attack ‘foreign tourist’ in Spain’s Barcelona as people walk by and do nothing to help

THIS is the shocking moment a tourist was attacked by two pickpockets in the centre of Barcelona at the weekend. In video footage shared online,

6 Nov, 2023 @ 14:45

Barcelona·Lead

Brits prove vital for Ibiza’s economy after accounting for 25% of foreign tourists this year

A QUARTER of Ibiza’s tourists were Brits this year, with 800,000 visiting the island. In 2023, many Brits chose Ibiza as their holiday destination and

6 Nov, 2023 @ 13:28

Balearic Islands·Ibiza·Lead

Tranquil and Convenient: Discover one of the calmest and easiest-to-park beaches in Spain’s Malaga

Highs of 24C across Malaga province TODAY: Costa del Sol stays true to its name despite temperatures plummeting across Spain

THE temperature in Malaga province has remained above 20C today. Despite being well into November, the mercury is forecast to reach up to 24C in

5 Nov, 2023 @ 14:36

Lead·Malaga·Weather

Revealed: These are the biggest myths about wine – and some might surprise you

FOR some of us, navigating our way around the wine section can be a daunting task. With so many amazing Spanish varieties, how are we

4 Nov, 2023 @ 14:57

Food & Drink·Lead

IN PICS: New 5-star hotel is set to open on this iconic street in Spain’s Sevilla

A BRAND new five-star hotel will open in Sevilla, it has been announced. The city council is set to approve plans for a 20-room hotel

4 Nov, 2023 @ 14:19

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Sevilla

LONG READ: Why Estepona is now the ‘capital of drug trafficking’ on Spain’s Costa del Sol – and Marbella is not far behind

ON the surface, Estepona is a charming seaside town on Spain’s Costa del Sol, boasting pristine beaches, a sprawling old town and five-star dining. It’s

3 Nov, 2023 @ 17:30

Lead·Must Read

Why Carmona is well worth a visit – as charming town in Spain’s Andalucia is set to become a UNESCO World Heritage site

CARMONA, Sevilla is set to become a UNESCO World Heritage site, after the Spanish Historical Heritage Association (Consejo de Patrimonio Historico) approved its nomination last

3 Nov, 2023 @ 17:09

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Sevilla

REVIEW: The ‘bottomless brunch’ at Marbella’s Nomad offers some serious bang for your buck (with impressive vegan alternatives too) – just don’t eat beforehand!

GETTING brunch on the weekend is nothing new, with the trend having exploded on the culinary scene in recent years. Marbella is no exception, with

3 Nov, 2023 @ 16:55

Food & Drink·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Restaurants

Brits are still Spain’s most important foreign tourism market by FAR: Figures predict a record-breaking year with €84 BILLION already spent in the country

SPAIN’S tourism industry is set to break all records after raking in more than €84 billion so far this year – with Brits once again

2 Nov, 2023 @ 16:22

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Young woman, 23, is killed by a falling tree in Madrid as Storm Ciaran wreaks havoc across Spain

A 23-YEAR-OLD woman has been killed by a falling tree in Madrid as Storm Ciaran tears through the country. According to reports, at least two

2 Nov, 2023 @ 14:02

Lead·Weather

Three ‘mini earthquakes’ are registered in Spain’s Canary Islands: Experts brand activity ‘unusual’ near volcano which hasn’t erupted in a MILLION years

THREE ‘mini earthquakes’ have been registered in the Canary Islands in what experts have branded ‘somewhat abnormal’. According to the National Geographic Institute (IGN), the

2 Nov, 2023 @ 12:44

Canary Islands·Lead

Revealed: These two cities have the wealthiest residents in Malaga province – and Marbella is NOT one of them

NEW figures have shined a light on where the wealthiest people choose to make their home in Malaga province. While it’s no secret the wealthy

2 Nov, 2023 @ 12:18

Lead·Malaga

Storm Ciaran: Red weather alerts are issued in Spain as winds of up to 140km/hr batter the country

ALMOST the entirety of Spain is under a weather alert today as Storm Ciaran wreaks havoc across the country. The official state weather agency AEMET

2 Nov, 2023 @ 11:18

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These are the 10 best restaurants in Spain – according to Tripadvisor

THE Travellers’ Choice Awards has just revealed Spain’s top ten restaurants, as chosen by visitors. In the latest edition of the awards, Tripadvisor recognises restaurants

2 Nov, 2023 @ 10:58

Food & Drink·For Foodies·Lead·Must Read·Olive Press Travel

WATCH: Peter Dinklage issues ‘warning’ of the ‘Andalucian crush’: Game of Thrones star, 54, leads flashy new tourism campaign

PETER Dinklage is the official face of Andalucia’s flashy new tourism campaign. The Game of Thrones star, 54, has appeared in a video produced by

1 Nov, 2023 @ 13:52

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Revealed: These 7 towns in Andalucia are among the poorest 10 in Spain

SEVEN of Spain’s poorest towns are found in Andalucia, new data has revealed. The latest Household Income Distribution Atlas (Atlas de Distribución de Renta de

1 Nov, 2023 @ 11:44

Andalucia

How wanted boss of ‘most feared’ Mexican cartel lived a ‘no frills’ life on Spain’s Costa del Sol: THIS is where the ‘Los Zetas’ kingpin lived, entertained women and closed multi-million euro drug deals

A FEARED Mexican cartel boss lived a ‘no frills’ life among expats on the Costa del Sol years before being arrested, it has emerged. Known

30 Oct, 2023 @ 13:31

Lead·Malaga·Must Read

Fancy a job in the Alps? This company on Spain’s Costa del Sol is looking for workers over the winter ski season

A MARBELLA company is looking for workers to head to the Alps this winter season. Tourism giant Club Med will be hosting a round of

27 Oct, 2023 @ 17:53

Business & Finance·Must Read

Malaga to Barcelona from €30: Renfe train operator launches sale on routes connecting Andalucia and Catalunya starting on MONDAY

THERE’s good news for travellers this weekend as Renfe has launched yet another sale. The train operator will be offering one-way tickets from Malaga to

27 Oct, 2023 @ 17:24

Lead·Olive Press Travel

Shooting in southern Spain: Man is fighting for his life after ‘several shots were fired’ in Andalucia

A MAN is fighting for his life after being shot in the street in Andalucia. The victim was attacked outside a nightclub in Sevilla at

27 Oct, 2023 @ 17:08

Lead·Sevilla

EXCLUSIVE: Witnesses are called for multi-sex offences trial against Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner: German paedophile, 46, is expected in the dock within months

THE witnesses for the prosecution of Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner have been summoned for his upcoming multi-sex offences trial. The Olive Press can reveal

27 Oct, 2023 @ 14:44

Crime & Law·Lead