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MUDEJAR, a style unique to medieval Spain, is a beautiful reminder of Spain’s rich culture. During the Christian Reconquista when Muslim artisans continued to work on conquered Catholic territory, this style was influenced by Islamic design principles. The result is an enchanting fusion of Islamic aesthetics with Christian functionality. It’s characterized by intricate stucco work, stunning brick construction, and ornate …

DOÑANA National Park experts have warned recent rainfall may not be enough to stave off drought come summertime.  Juanjo Carmona, WWF coordinator at Doñana, says it is ‘too early’ to celebrate the dramatic rainfall seen this month as the park ‘could still dry out’ in summer. He believes that the downpours of March are indicative of a trend where, instead …

A RENOVATED Granada province townhouse that featured on BBC TV’s ‘Amanda & Alan’s Spanish Job’ is up for sale for an asking price of €245,000. The property has three bedrooms and is located about 35 km northwest of Granada City. Rightmove UK, who is selling the house, reports that interest has soared following the TV show starring Amanda Holden & …

BRITS have called for stricter regulations following a loss of a small fortune in Spain to a shady funeral plan firm.  You can also contact us by clicking here. Olive Press According to an investigation, the number of clients who are left with contracts that are worthless after the collapse of Iberian Funeral Plans may be thousands. And with each …

A SUBJECT in the murder of Belfast father John George and his two children has agreed to extradite back to Spain. Jonathan ‘Jonny’ Alan Smyth, 26, was named in international arrest warrants having fled Spain following Mr. George’s disappearance in December. Smyth is said to have traveled through Asia and the Middle East, before arriving in Portugal. READ MORE SUSPECT …

Giving birth in Granada by 2025 can be lucrative. The provincial government of Granada offered a “gift”, worth 1,000 euros, for every baby that was born this year in one of the “towns under threat.” On Wednesday, the city council announced a 200-euro “gift” for every baby born in Granada’s provincial capital by 2025. It is obvious that the idea …

THE Gibraltar Football Association is in the spotlight once again after another player pulled out of the women’s team amid accusations of ‘unfair treatment’ and a ‘divided dressing room.’ Striker Reighann Olivero, 20, accused women’s coach Scott Wiseman of subjecting her to ‘unfair treatment and blatant double standards’ in her withdrawal letter that she published to social media. Olivero, according …

Early forecasts warn those preparing for Semana Sana in Andalucia to prepare for more rain.  The online weather portal Eltiempo.es has issued a preliminary prediction suggesting a ‘slightly more rainy’ Holy Week for the southern Iberian Peninsula.  Rainfall may increase in several areas during the week-long religious festival, which runs from April 13th (Palm Sunday), to April 20th (Easter Sunday). …

Local activists claim that foreign property speculators are now posing in the role of locals to search for properties on sale in Mallorca. An anti-tourism group claims to have identified the troubling trend via posters that have been put up around the island canvassing from residents only – no real estate agents. A poster like this circulates in Palma, Santa …

LEGENDARY Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones continues to maintain his popularity around  the world, captivating audiences with his timeless record of hit songs and his timeless talent and  charisma. With a remarkable career spanning more than six decades, Jones is considered one of the greatest singers and recording artists of all time, selling more than 100 million records and  establishing …