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Facebook (now Meta), is currently conducting a limited trial that limits some users from sharing more than two external links in their organic posts per month unless they subscribe. Meta Verified, a paid verification service starting at around €10.80 to €12.90 per month (depending on region and purchase method). The change is targeted primarily at Facebook Pages and Professional Mode …

Moraira’s relaxed charm, stunning beaches and upmarket ambience have always made it a popular destination. Holidaymakers seeking a tranquil yet refined Mediterranean getaway have made the former fishing village their favourite holiday destination. Aguila Rent, the leading holiday rental company in Moraira, matches Moraira’s style and quality. Exclusive holiday homes located in prime locations Aguila Rent provides a great selection …

Denia is one of the most popular holiday destinations on the Costa Blanca. It’s known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant marina culture, historic castle, and excellent gastronomy. Selecting the best holiday rental company in Denia is important, as so many people choose this Spanish destination for their holiday. Aguila Rent, the leading holiday rental company in Denia, is known for …

Artist’s rendering of the strange “lemon shaped” exoplanet which is confusing scientists. Credit: Nasa Space is full of strange phenomena, but sometimes something happens that truly leaves scientists baffled. This is what happened when a newly-studied exoplanet was discovered that looked, behaved and even possessed a life. The smells Chemically, it is unlike anything astronomers have ever seen. The planet, …

Christmas Day brings back the traditional Living Nativity Scene with more activities. Photo Credit: Elche City Hall The ELCHE City Council and its Department of Festivities are preparing the Living Nativity Scene for its return on Christmas Day, December 25 at 11:30am, in the Hort del Xocolater. The event, which is a symbol of Christmas in Costa Blanca, will turn …

The National Institute of Statistics(INE) reports that the Alicante region has sold 46,334 properties in the first ten months of 2025. This total is higher than 2007 when the country was in the midst of a real estate boom. The figure at the time was 46,196. According to the INE, 5,160 transactions took place in October. This makes it the …

THE US-based short-term rental site Airbnb has been slapped with a €64 million fine by the Spanish government over more than 65,000 adverts encouraging customers to rent out unlicenced tourist apartments. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced that it has identified 65,122 ads on Airbnb’s site promoting tourist apartments which violate consumer protection laws. Investigators found advertisements that listed accommodations …

Recent Advice from the Ministry of Labour The goal is to eliminate any lingering questions. Inspectors apply these criteria already on the ground, even though courts have final interpretational authority. The margin of error for employers is decreasing. Nearly every employee is covered This register is applicable to all employees in Spain, under the Estatuto de los Trabajadores. It does …

Experts in luxury real estate have identified a “rare” villa available for sale in Lloret De Mar. Lloret de Mar is experiencing a growing demand from buyers both domestic and international. Prices in premium areas like Roca grossa have risen by 7.2% year-on-year In December 2025, Costa Brava is a popular tourist destination due to its stunning beaches, and the …

SPAIN is betting on ‘IKEA-style’ kit homes to solve a massive housing deficit that has left the country short of 600,000 properties. A quiet revolution is taking place in the construction industry, with companies now looking to factory-built wooden homes to speed up development and lower costs. Currently, Spain lags far behind its neighbours, with only 5% of new builds …