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Woman offering sex to men in the street steals two watches worth over €50k within 30 minutes on Spain’s Costa Blanca

TWO Romanians have been arrested in the Benidorm area after ‘love hug’ robberies netted them two watches valued at over €50,000 within half-an-hour. The man

12 Dec, 2024 @ 14:00

Costa Blanca·Crime & Law·Lead

This Marbella hotel is among the 70 best in the world, according to Conde Nast Traveler magazine

CONDE Nast Traveler magazine has named this Marbella hotel among the top 70 in the world. The prestigious magazine, Traveler by Conde Nast has selected

12 Dec, 2024 @ 13:31

Lead·Marbella·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Watch: Snow blankets Malaga while heavy rain floods the Costa del Sol amid cold snap

A COLD snap is currently gripping Spain and the typically warmer Costa del Sol is no exception. The mercury in Malaga at midday today stood

12 Dec, 2024 @ 13:18

Lead·Malaga·Video·Weather

The Economist crowns Spain the fastest growing economy in the developed world in 2024 – but has the wealth been spread evenly?

SPAIN has been declared the strongest economy of 2024, topping the OECD rankings for its remarkable economic growth, low unemployment, and controlled inflation, according to

12 Dec, 2024 @ 13:00

Business & Finance·Lead

Spain’s ‘Airbnb crackdown’ continues: Government to investigate companies that manage HUNDREDS of tourist flats

THE Spanish consumer rights agency has opened an investigation into businesses that manage swathes of Airbnbs amid a tourist flat crackdown. Spanish authorities are investigating

12 Dec, 2024 @ 12:35

Lead·Property·Travel News

2 bedroom Villa for sale in Alcalali / Alcanali – € 329,950

Villa Alcalalí / Alcanalí, Alicante 2 beds 2 baths € 329,950 Close to the charming village of Alcalalí, this south-facing villa offers a

12 Dec, 2024 @ 12:05

Featured Property

How Your Credit Score Affects Car Finance and How to Improve It

Are you considering purchasing a new car but unsure how your credit score might affect your financing options? Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking

12 Dec, 2024 @ 11:50

Other News

Navigating love abroad: Essential dating tips for ex-pats

Finding love while living abroad can be both an exciting adventure and a daunting challenge. Many expats find themselves navigating new cultures, languages and even

12 Dec, 2024 @ 11:31

Gaming

Navigating Modern Relationships Through Celebrity Pairings

Modern relationships are increasingly complex and influenced by a myriad of societal factors. Celebrity pairings play a significant role in shaping our perceptions of what

12 Dec, 2024 @ 11:30

British hiker dies in Malaga after falling on ‘deadly’ route just days before Christmas

A BRITISH hiker has died after falling during an outing in Malaga. The young man was hiking with friends in El Chorro, Alora, on Wednesday

12 Dec, 2024 @ 11:19

Lead·Malaga

Experts start analysing Phoenician boat dating back to 600 BC preserved in sand off coast of Spain

MARITIME archaeologists have been analysing a Phoenician boat found off the Murcia coast which was brought to dry land in October. Called Mazarron II, the

12 Dec, 2024 @ 11:10

La Cultura·Lead·Murcia

Streaming Services Ramp Up Production in Spain

Major streaming services Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ have doubled down on Spanish productions with a growing slate of projects that showcase the local

12 Dec, 2024 @ 10:57

Gaming

Why Electric Mountain Bikes Are the Ultimate Choice for Off-Road Cycling

Off-road cycling is an exhilarating yet demanding outdoor activity. Whether scaling steep hills or navigating rugged terrain, it requires significant physical strength, skill, and endurance.

12 Dec, 2024 @ 10:53

Other News

Discovering the Best Lightweight Electric Bikes for Commuting

Among the many types of e-bikes available on the market today, lightweight electric bikes stand out for their superior portability, ease of use, and all-around

12 Dec, 2024 @ 10:45

Other News

Watch: ‘Water tornado’ forms off Spain’s Costa del Sol ahead of orange level storms

THIS is the moment a ‘water tornado’ was seen swirling in the sea off the Costa del Sol. The footage was shared on community Instagram

12 Dec, 2024 @ 10:43

Lead·Malaga·Weather

Orange weather warning is activated for heavy rain on Spain’s Costa del Sol

AN urgent weather warning has been activated for the Costa del Sol today. State weather agency Aemet has issued an orange-level alert for the region.

12 Dec, 2024 @ 10:22

Lead·Malaga·Weather

New air route to Iberia: Gibraltar is set to revive its Birmingham flight from June 2025

THE route between Gibraltar and Birmingham in the UK is set to be revived with two flights a week starting in June 2025. Easyjet flights

12 Dec, 2024 @ 08:00

Gibraltar·Lead

Know the risks: Gibraltar launches cocaine awareness campaign in the run-up to the festive season after spike in deaths of young men

MALES in Gibraltar between the ages of 19 and 39 are being warned of the dangers of taking cocaine following a spike in deaths of

11 Dec, 2024 @ 19:00

Gibraltar·Health·Lead

Money laundering 101: Package is intercepted at Palma airport in Spain’s Mallorca with €200k in cash hidden in secret safe

CUSTOMS officials in Mallorca made a stunning discovery when they flagged a suspicious package during a routine cargo terminal inspection last month. The box raised

11 Dec, 2024 @ 18:00

Lead·Mallorca

How to Choose the Best Table Game in a Crypto Casino?

Online crypto gambling offers such a wide game portfolio that players often cannot find the best ones. A huge number of variations of roulettes, poker,

11 Dec, 2024 @ 17:34

Gaming

Spain’s Golden Visa scheme gets last-minute reprieve after law to repeal it is vetoed in the Senate

AN end to Spain’s Golden Visa scheme has been delayed after the country’s Senate voted to keep it going. It was set for abolition as

11 Dec, 2024 @ 17:00

Lead·National News·Property

The only ski resort in southern Spain will open its slopes this weekend as cold snap promises more snow

SOUTHERN Spain’s only ski resort is due to open its slopes this weekend as snow finally arrives. The Sierra Nevada winter resort will open the

11 Dec, 2024 @ 16:56

Granada·Lead·Malaga·Weather

EU vows to rollout its Entry/Exit System in 2025 – this is what you should know

THE European Commission has proposed a phased start in 2025 for its much delayed new EU digital border system known as EES. The proposal, once

11 Dec, 2024 @ 16:00

Lead·National News

Spain’s Must-See Festivals in 2025: A Visitor’s Guide

Attending festivals in Spain is a fantastic way to plan your Spanish holiday. They are available year-round, making it often feasible to select one that aligns

11 Dec, 2024 @ 15:18

La Cultura

Gibraltar set to crackdown on under-the-table tradesmen from Spain: Local businesses urged to report ‘unlicensed competitors’ to combat ‘illegal trade’

GIBRALTAR is set to crack down on cash-in-hand Spanish labourers who charge less than their local counterparts. The move targets small traders such as plumbers,

11 Dec, 2024 @ 15:00

Gibraltar·Lead

Squatter crackdown U-turn in Spain as politicians send ‘game-changing’ amendment back to Congress – in crushing blow to victims

FAST-TRACK trials for squatter cases have been delayed by a vote in Senate on the Judicial Efficiency Bill. Congress approved the measure last month but

11 Dec, 2024 @ 14:39

Crime & Law·Lead·Property

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