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Image: anela.k / Shutterstock.com. Garden Legends Could garden-gnomes be returning this summer? Experts believe it is possible, as gardening trends continue to change. Once considered tacky, gnomes – much like Marmite – have always sparked strong opinions, either you love them or hate them. In the 1960s gnomes were very popular. Although some consider them outdated, their roots are in …

VILLAJOYOSA banned smoking from all its beaches The city has signed up for the Smoke-Free Beaches Network of the Valencian Community. Last month a ban on the Albir Beach in l’Alfas del Pi was announced. Benidorm’s neighbours installed curbs last summer on large sections along their Levante and Poniente main beaches. READ MORE MAITE SANCHEZ, HEALTH COUNCILLOR Villajoyosa will restrict …

End of the road for older drivers? New medical test has over-65s fearing the worst. Spanish driving test for over 65s concept image. Blank paper notebook, pen, car keys, road signs and traffic symbols on a pale-blue background. Credit: Shutterstock, Savanevich Viktar Spain’s traffic chiefs dropped a bombshell in 2024 – from 2025, every driver renewing their licence will face …

 Image: FamVeld / Shutterstock.com. The addition of a wet room to a bathroom is a popular upgrade among those who want to create a spa feel in their home. This design is often seen in luxury hotels. It combines a freestanding bath and a shower into a single open tiled space with no raised base. The entire area is waterproofed …

Mike Tyson wearing a suit and making a fist, in Kansas in the USA. Credit: Shutterstock: Wirestock Creators He may be nearly 60, but Mike Tyson still packs a punch – and his workout regime proves it. Read on to find out what the ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ does to stay fit in 2025! Once the most feared man …

Dining Harmony Dining chairs are a great way to add style and comfort to your dining table. But, it can raise the question of whether the legs should match the table legs. There is no rule that says the table and chairs must match. However, many interior designers believe they should complement one another rather than be identical. Use the …

Spain is awash with rain. Why driving in the wet could land you a €200 fine – even if you’re careful. Image concept of a car sinking in the water due to heavy rain. Signage with exclamation marks stating that driving is dangerous. Modern abstract art collage with custom textures. Credit: Shutterstock, Collagery DGT cracksdown on driving in bad weather. …

The Spanish Society of Neurology continues its emphasis on the importance of research and also raises awareness of the growing prevalence of the condition. Credit: Shutterstock World Parkinson’s Day, 11th of April, is a day dedicated to raising awareness about Parkinson’s disease – a progressive neurological condition that affects movement and coordination. The World Health Organization (WHO), in 1997, officially …

Long delays expected — Spain’s DGT predicts nearly 16 million journeys this Easter, with major traffic congestion on key travel dates across the country. Credit: Shutterstock. Jose HERNANDEZ camera 51 Many Spaniards plan to leave a couple of days before the official first national holiday, Easter. In 2025 the weekend prior to Holy Week is expected to be the official …

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), a treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment, is an important tool to aid postoperative recovery. It’s especially useful for diabetics and smokers who suffer from serious complications caused by poor circulation and weakened immunity. Inhaling pure oxygen under pressure changes the internal conditions of the body, which allows for a quicker and …