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Spain’s self-employed are working — and still falling into poverty

Spain’s self-employed are working — and still falling into poverty

UPTA says around 795,413 self-employed workers are surviving on €670 a month or less — roughly a quarter of those registered in the RETA system. This level of income is quickly wiped out once you pay for rent, a mortgage or other expenses like electricity, petrol, food, insurance and insurance. UPTA also points to a wider band of fragility: more …

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ON THIS DAY: Dali, Buñuel – and Dani Carvajal? This weekend in January, a trio of Spanish geniuses has links with this weekend.

ON THIS DAY: Dali, Buñuel - and Dani Carvajal? A trio of Spanish geniuses have links to this weekend in January

This is one of Spain’s coldest, dreariest weekends, when nothing much happens, and no-one has the energy or money to do anything. Reyes on January 6 marks the official end of Spanish christmas. Many Spaniards will now be searching for a quiet, cheap weekend. The time is right to remember the money-making genius of a well-known artist, a film-maker who …

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Underworld and Sven Väth announced for Marenostrum Fuengirola 2026

Underworld and Sven Väth announced for Marenostrum Fuengirola 2026

The Marenostrum Fuengirola concert series has announced an important addition to its 2026 lineup: legendary British electronic act Underworld will share the headline slot with iconic German DJ and producer Sven Väth on August 8. Satisfaxion presents this event that promises to be a highlight of the summer for electronic music enthusiasts on the Costa del Sol. Underworld and Sven …

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