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Wrapping bank cards in foil is a good way to prevent contactless theft.

Warning issued to wrap bank cards in foil to avoid contactless theft in public places

It is suggested that wrapping bank cards with foil will prevent contactless thefts from occurring in crowded spaces. Credit : Epov Dmitry, Shutterstock Wrapping your bank card in aluminium foil to stop contactless theft might sound odd, but it’s a trick more people are trying – and it’s based on real science. It is believed that the foil will block …

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Why is there such a high number of motorhomes on Spanish highways this year?

Freedom on wheels: Why are there so many motorhomes on Spanish roads this year?

The number of new motorhomes and campervans registered has increased dramatically over the past year. This indicates that road trips are still popular and more people want to travel in these mobile homes. The February figures show an exceptional increase in the number of new vehicles sold. 84.3 per cent rise since Easter 2025Together with a 14,6% rise in the …

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What is ‘la torrija’? It’s a sweet treat traditionally consumed during Semana Santa.

What is ‘la torrija’? The delicious sweet treat that’s traditionally eaten during Semana Santa in Spain

SEMANA Santa has taken over Spain this week and you may be seeing ‘torrijas’ everywhere, but what are these sweet treats?  This Spanish take on ‘eggy bread’ soaks stale bread in milk or wine before dosing it in sugar and cinnamon and dipping it in honey.  The first time it was made in Roman cuisine dates back to the 4th …

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