The most powerful Rolls-Royce ever. Credit: Rolls-Royce To many the image of Rolls-Royce cars is one of stately, monarchical old money grandeur, yet this is far from the case and in their first ever all-electric Rolls-Royce, the Spectre, there is a new Black Badge version, released earlier this year. The most powerful Rolls-Royce ever, Spectre Black Badge generates huge torque, …
Read More »Five advantages of living in Spain
SPAIN is one the most popular countries for expatriates. It is ranked 10th.The th globally. The reasons are numerous: a warm climate, a relaxed pace of life, promising business opportunities… Here are some reasons why Spain could be the perfect place to call home. Rich culture and delicious cuisine Spain’s rich heritage is evident in its monuments. Its festivals, customs …
Read More »How that root canal you’ve been dreading could actually be good for you
New research suggests that the routine root canal you’ve been putting off might offer more health benefits than anyone expected. Scientists say that treating an infected tooth doesn’t just protect your smile, it could also help improve overall body health and cut risks linked to diabetes and heart disease. Wider health effects highlighted in new study A two-year study at …
Read More »Discovering the power and beauty of Mediterranean lifestyle
Mediterranean cuisine is all about good food, simplicity and flavours. Credit: Miguel Franco In Spain, people don’t rush breakfast. The Spanish talk, drink and still manage to make it on time. Then I realized what I had been doing. The Mediterranean lifestyle is not about time. It’s all about attitude. It’s about a way of life that prioritizes connection, joy …
Read More »Spain to launch new road radars that can see inside your car – solo drivers beware
The new “occupation radars”, which will be used to monitor traffic, are expected to ease congestion on Madrid’s A-2 autobahn. Credit : VVargas, Shutterstock You might want to reconsider driving alone in Spain if you do it often. The DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) has just confirmed what many suspected – Spain’s first ‘occupancy detection radars’ are coming, and they’ll …
Read More »No speed limits: two places on Earth – and one is a British island – where you can drive flat out
Two places on Earth allow drivers to reach top speeds without limits. Credit : ESB Professional and Shutterstock There are two European roads where you can still go full throttle. In an age when almost every country is lowering speed limits to save lives, cut emissions and calm traffic, there are still two rare places where drivers can legally go …
Read More »Spain is rolling out 1,700 undercover police cars – Here’s how to spot them
Spain’s new undercover police cars will look just like ordinary vehicles — until the blue light flashes. Credit : CRM, Shutterstock They look like any other cars on the road – and that’s exactly the point. Spain’s Guardia Civil has just approved a €40 million plan to renew its undercover fleet, adding 1,700 new camouflaged vehicles that will soon be …
Read More »Spain cracks down on dogs without muzzles: they face a community ban
It is important that expats who buy or rent property carefully read the local normas and estatutos. Photo credit: Reshetnikov_art/Shutterstock Recently, there has been a surge of interest in what Spanish law says about bringing your dog into the communal areas of a building without wearing a muzzle. Spain does not have national legislation requiring that all dogs wear muzzles. …
Read More »Selling your car in Spain? You can avoid paying someone else’s DGT fines by telling the DGT.
In Spain, you will need to hand over the keys when selling your car. Credit : Anatoliy Cherkas, Shutterstock So, you’ve finally sold your car in Spain – maybe to upgrade, maybe because you’re moving, or simply because it was time. But before you relax and celebrate the sale, there’s one last step you absolutely shouldn’t skip: notifying the DGT …
Read More »Spain intensifies monitoring after confirming asymptomatic H5N1 infection in a global review
Avian flu testing. Credit: Saiful52, Shutterstock Recent Studies Have Affected the Rate of JAMA Network Open Review confirmed Asymptomatic human infection with highly pathogenic H5N1 is rare, but possibleIdentifying There are 18 cases around the world. Spain continues to manage the poultry outbreaks including the culling 450,000 hens at Madrid and public concerns about product safety with ongoing guidance, such …
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