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The International Organisation of Vine and Wine has released data showing that worldwide, wine consumption is at its lowest level in 1961.  Spain, however, defied this downward trend and posted a slight rise in its domestic wine consumption. According to the OIV, only 214.2 million hectolitres (or a little more than 210 million bottles) of wine were consumed globally last …

A MALLORCAN real estate agent has blamed some ‘locals’ for pushing up property prices because of foreign buyers. Maria Antonia Bermejo from the Gestpropiedad company says that supply of homes is scarce due to ‘exorbitant prices’. Interview by the Diario de Mallorca newspaper, the agent said: “We are talking about €300,000 or €400,000 for a flat covering just 80m2.” READ …

RONDA is a place of dramatic landscapes, Moorish heritage, and whitewashed appeal. Each spring, it becomes the unlikely setting for one of Europe’s most demanding and unique endurance events: the 101 Kilómetros de Ronda. Far more than just a race, this ultramarathon – organised with military precision by the Spanish Legion – draws thousands of participants from across the globe. …

Squatters in Spain find ways to get around a new, tougher law that aims to evict the squatters despite promises of a speedy trial. A change to the Criminal Procedure Act technically allows the crimes of ‘usurpation of a home’ and ‘breaking and entering’ to be heard in short hearings within a maximum period of 15 days. The squatters evictions …

In the hills of Axarquia in Malaga, Spain lies one of the most underrated yet rewarding road trips. It’s called the Ruta de la Pasa or Raisin Route.  This 62-kilometre loop winds through a string of whitewashed Moorish villages – Moclinejo, Almachar, El Borge, Cutar, Comares, and Totalan – each steeped in centuries-old wine making traditions and Andalucian charm.  Recent …

Andalucia’s tourism sector has experienced a major upswing in recent months. Employment increased by 50%, which could signal a record-breaking summer.  This growth underscores the region’s increasing reliance on tourism to drive its economy. Andalucía led Spain in tourism-related employment growth in January 2025, adding 13,671 new jobs – a 4.8% increase compared to the previous year.  READ MORE GUIRI …

A BRITISH driver fled from a Guardia Civil Checkpoint in Benidorm, and drove 150 km/h the wrong way on the N-332. Around 1am on Sunday, the 45-year old drugged and drunk driver led Benidorm Policia Local in a chase of four kilometers. The officers travelled parallel to the Brit on the wrong carriageway, flashing warning lights to alert other drivers. …

A LEGION of guiris have been awarded for their ‘indispensable’ hard work in Marbella. On Friday, a group of entrepreneurs from half a dozen different countries were honored at an event celebrating Europe Day. Just some of the thousands of foreign entrepreneurs – from 170 nationalities, who live in the resort – they were championed for their long successful careers. …

CARLO Ancelotti is leaving Real Madrid after the season. He has agreed to become the national head coach for Brazil. The 65-year old Italian will start his new role one day after Real Sociedad’s last La Liga match at home. After Sunday’s El Clasico defeat by Barcelona, Real Madrid is now seven points behind league leader Barcelona with only three …

FOREIGN migrants were charged up to €4,000 to hood-wink authorities into believing they were in a common-law relationship with a Spanish woman. All registrations for the Costa Blanca scam were made using an Alfaz del Pi email address. Eight people, including three non-Spaniards, were arrested by the Policia Nacional for paying cash to obtain a civil union certification. READ MORE …