Retail
Mercadona rolls out major changes to its fish counters in stores across Spain
The Valencia-based supermarket giant aims to encourage more consumption of the product, which it says has dropped by 20 per cent
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Travel
Airports in Spain handled a record 310 million passengers in 2024
State operator Aena is already investing heavily to ensure that its 46 sites around the country can handle the growing demand
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Health
Flu epidemic: numbers soar with peak infection rate to arrive late January
Between 31 December and 5 January the rate stood at 62.6 cases per 100,000 registered population, 48% more than the previous week
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Spanish royals
Princess Leonor sets sail aboard Spanish Navy training ship
King Felipe and Queen Letizia were there to wave off the heir to the Spanish throne who began her voyage aboard the centenary ship Juan Sebastián de Elcano on Saturday in Cadiz
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Consumer affairs
Electricity bill alert in Spain: new rise in January, as upward trend continues
December was the month with the highest electricity prices in 2024; this, together with the IVA tax applicable to the bill as of 1 January rising to 21 per cent, will mean that users will pay more
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Politics
National finance minister bids to lead Socialists in Andalucía
PSOE party heavyweight María Jesús Montero will aim to beat the PP at the next regional election
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Politics
Spanish government kicks off a year of events to mark 50th anniversary of death of Franco
Opposition parties have refused to take part and the royal household blamed a diary clash for not attending the launch on Wednesday this week
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Road safety
New traffic regulations in Spain for cyclists in 2025
All road users should take note of these amendments to Spain's general road traffic regulations which include allowing cycling the wrong way down a one-way street under some circumstances
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Health
Flu vaccine halves risk of death, say Spanish scientists, though effectiveness varies
A report concludes that immunisation prevents infection, contagion and the possibility of aggravation of the disease in those infected
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Travel
Carry-on baggage dimensions for flying in 2025: what do Ryanair, Iberia or Vueling allow?
The permitted size and weight for cabin bags is different for every airline: consumer association OCU recommends checking if your suitcase is suitable before travelling to avoid any last minute surprises
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Employment
Minimum wage in Spain set to rise by between 39 to 50 euros a month
A committee of experts has recommended a new lowest legal income figure for workers carrying out a full-time job
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Celebrities
The Hollywood stars who have fallen in love with Spain
Richard Gere and Brad Pitt are among the world's most famous film stars who have been enamoured by the Spanish lifestyle and have found love
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Technology
Shoppers warned of scam that involves fake Primor website
The Malaga-based perfume and cosmetics chain in Spain regularly has to deal with fraudulent sites that try to deceive customers
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Retail
The cosmetic item costing less than five euros that has taken Mercadona by storm this Christmas
Shoppers are buying this product in their droves, with it quickly becoming a must-have item this sales season
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Retail
Spanish consumer group's top tips on how to avoid issues with sale item returns
To avoid any grief during the January sales period, the OCU organisation of consumers and users offers a series of recommendations to bear in mind