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To improve road safety, some Spanish motorways now operate with lower speeds limits in 2026 Credit : csp, Shutterstock Most drivers in Spain are used to 120km/h. You enter an autobahn, merge into traffic and then settle down to what you feel is “normal” speed. This has been the case for so many years that people hardly check signs any …

He is a true shoe connoisseur. Credit: Lamia Walker Odin and other dogs enjoy smelling a little shoe leather. He is a shoe connoisseur. It doesn’t matter if the shoes are small, big, or worn out. Sometimes boots can be used, too. Any shoe-like object will do. They are small, portable and make a wonderful accessory for the dog to …

Sleep is important for the physical and cognitive development of adolescents Credit: Shutterstock, Pixel-Shot University of Oregon researchers have revealed that sleeping in over the weekend can be crucial to the mental health of teenagers. According to the study young people between 16 and 24 years old who slept longer over the weekend are less likely to suffer from depression …

Stop relying upon resolutions. Miguel Franco Millions of people begin the new year with hope every January. This year, I will eat better.“This year, I’ll lose some weight.”This year, I will take my diabetes under control.“This year will be different…” In February, many people find themselves back at the same place they were in January. They’re not lazy.They’re not weak.They …

Let your hair down. Credit: Shutterstock, Davor Geber Your hairstyle could be causing headaches. It’s a myth that beauty must involve pain. That is simply not true. There are many ways to rock an updo without getting a tension or migraine headache. The slick-back is a popular style, but it can be hard on your scalp. It may even affect …

1980 Audi Quattro. Audi Audi will be celebrating a very important anniversary next year. It’s 50 years since the introduction of the five-cylinder engines. Introduced in 1976, the Audi 100 second-generation 2.5 TFSI continues the tradition of the five-cylinder engine. Audi’s 5-cylinder engines have achieved cult status, and they are deeply embedded in Audi DNA. Audi 100 (C2) was powered …

The V16 beacon is the first thing drivers should do when they stop on the road. Photo credit: holgers.pictures/shutterstock Spain entered a new era of roadside security in 2026. The V16 connected beacon is the only signalling device that can be used to legally alert drivers of vehicles that are stopped on public roads due to accidents or breakdowns. Traditional …

Spain’s overtaking regulations have changed for 2026. They now include stricter safety and speed requirements. Credit : K-FK, Shutterstock You’ve probably noticed if you drive in Spain that the rules of the road are about to change. From mandatory V16 beacons to new obligations on motorways, the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) has been busy tightening and clarifying regulations. One …

Nestlé recalls baby formula across Europe over possible bacterial contamination. Photo Credit: Lucy Wolski / Unsplash SWISS food and drink giant Nestlé has recalled a series of products for infants in several European countries including Spain due to the possible presence of the Bacillus cereus bacteria, according to a report released by the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition …

Locations of V16 beacons displayed live on a traffic chart raises safety concerns Credit: Screenshot from mapabalizasv16.es The switch in Spain to V16 emergency beacons was supposed to improve safety for drivers. Guardia Civil officials are warning motorists that this system may unintentionally turn them into easy targets for stranded tow trucks or organised crime. Devices now compulsory in Spain …