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LIFE IN SPAIN: I Finally Got My Spanish Pension – But What a Long, Sad Tale…

LIFE IN SPAIN: I Finally Got My Spanish Pension – But What a Long, Sad Tale...

After literally years of chasing after it, I have finally received my Spanish pension. If you’re hoping your journey will be smoother, I sincerely wish you luck — though I’m not optimistic. You may not have to put yourself through this. You may have moved to Spain with an impressive nest egg or are banking on a big lottery win. …

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French curfews and bans on social media

French bans and curfews for social media use

French legislators are calling for a ban of social media platforms for kids under 15, and a “digital curb” for kids aged 15-18. They claim that TikTok and other similar apps have a “toxic” or “addictive impact”.  After six months of research into the psychological impact of social media on young people, a parliamentary panel described TikTok’s content as “slow-poison” …

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Mediterranean night-time spinning marathon

Mediterranean nighttime spinning marathon

Fuengirola’s third outdoor night spinning race will take place on Friday 26th September at the T-breakwater, which is the beginning of Boliches. Starting at 7pm, this event, which is part of the ‘Fuengirola en Forma’ programme, will be promoting healthy lifestyles and community togetherness. The €10 registration fee will entirely benefit the Fuengirola-Mijas Alzheimer’s Family Association (AFA), coinciding with World …

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