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International Driving Permit with vehicle categories and types of licence. Credit : bieszczady_wildlife, Shutterstock Once you have booked your flight and arranged your car rental, you are ready to travel the Spanish roads. But then comes that confusing bit – do you actually need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Spain, or is it one of those travel …

A Japanese study found that weekly cheese consumption was associated with a lower risk of dementia. Photo Credit: Azzedine Rouichi via Unsplash This tasty treat may be more beneficial than expected. A recent study in the open access scientific journal Nutrients, a Japanese team of researchers discovered that eating cheese one time a week could lower the chances of developing …

Menopause Sisterhood hosts a monthly gathering in Estepona to provide women with support, friendship, and an opportunity for open, honest conversations about menopause. The next gathering takes place on Thursday, November 13, from 10am to 12.30pm at Don Juan Tapes & Grill, Calle Azahar, El Paraiso in Benavista. This event provides a welcoming, warm environment for women to discuss menopause, …

Spain will increase the fines for drivers parking illegally in designated disabled parking spaces. Credit : Ernest Rose, Shutterstock In Spain, parking in an area reserved for disabled people without authorization could soon be very expensive. The government wants to send a clear message to inconsiderate drivers who continue to take up these spots – even when they don’t need …

As temperatures fall, animals become more active and show an increased appetite. Photo credit Molly Grace Adapting pet care routines is encouraged as Spain transitions from the heat and humidity of summer to the cooler weather and unpredictability of autumn. Even though the season is more comfortable, there are new considerations both for cats and dogs. Temperature, daylight hours, and …

Bear in mind Movember. Credit score: Pixel-Shot, Shutterstock. The NHS will take a look at an AI-powered ‘one-day diagnostics’ service for prostate most cancers from early 2026 at Leeds Instructing Hospitals NHS Belief, with roll-out to as much as 15 hospitals. The AI reads MRI scans in minutes and flags high-risk outcomes for same-day biopsy, probably chopping waits by as …

A REPORT on effects of the Valencia floods in October, says that a YEAR later, over 30% of the children still admit to fearing rain or storms. A further conclusion is that 24 % of children living in flood-affected areas still have sleep issues. The study called ‘The backpack is muddy‘ was conducted by Save The Children and Valencia University. …

The newest festive development taking on social media is all about cosy model, basic appeal and a touch of classic Christmas magic. The “Ralph Lauren Christmas” aesthetic, made well-known on TikTok, is remodeling houses throughout Europe with tartan prints, deep reds and forest greens. Impressed by the designer’s basic nation model, the look mixes easy class with cosy consolation. Suppose …

The new DGT regulations in Spain are designed to keep older drivers, like her, safe behind the wheel by imposing personalised restrictions rather than age-based prohibitions. Credit : Halfpoint, Shutterstock Spain’s traffic authority, the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), is introducing new rules for drivers aged over 65 – and it’s already affecting around 250,000 motorists across the country. This …

According to a study by the Spanish Society of Cardiology (SEC), ANDALUCIA has the highest rate of cardiovascular disease mortality. In Spain, cardiovascular diseases such as heart or congenital disease are the number one cause of deaths. The SEC claims that it is more prevalent among lower-income areas in the country. READ MORE HEART SURGERY In its study, the SEC …