Hotel boost
Fuengirola’s hotel industry enjoyed a five per cent increase in occupancy levels in 2011, with Britons providing the bulk of the trade.
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Taxing times as unemployment rises in Spain
More cuts and tax rises to come as unemployment goes up again
15 Jan, 2012 @ 10:00
Dieting is good for the brain
As it emerges it takes three months to shift weight put on over Christmas, scientists discover dieting helps the mind stay young
15 Jan, 2012 @ 10:00
Dragnet clampdown proves a success
Days of the Costa del Crime could soon be over thanks to spot checks, claim police
15 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
Wage woe
Spain’s minimum wage is the second lowest in Europe after being frozen at 641 euros a month. The hourly rate is 5.02 euros.
14 Jan, 2012 @ 16:03
On a turkey hunt in Jaen
Town transformed by series of giant sculptures from recycled materials
14 Jan, 2012 @ 10:00
The Axarquia proposes a unique way to solve the euro crisis
For the last 24 years the Malaga region has used its own currency which is worth its weight in silver
14 Jan, 2012 @ 10:00
Kate Middleton urged to boycott Zara
Demands come after two workers die in fashion sweatshop accident in Bangladesh
14 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
Lorry lags
Three lorries, valued at 70,000 euros, were stolen from a company in Estepona over Christmas.
13 Jan, 2012 @ 14:00
Going head to head
Former Defence Minister Carme Chacon and Alfredo Perez-Rubalcaba are in a fight to lead the Socialist PSOE opposition party.
13 Jan, 2012 @ 10:00
Coffee fights womb cancer
Four cups a day could reduce risk of endometrial cancer, according to research
13 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
Gallery gets going
Galeria del Marco opens in Orgiva, showcasing local and international talent
13 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
Darragh MacAnthony brought to book!
Property mogul Darragh MacAnthony searches for writer to pen memoirs
13 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
Reyes gift for Sevilla
Former Arsenal star rejoins hometown club until 2015
Ready Steady Caught
Antony Worrall Thompson busted for shop lifting five times over Christmas
11 Jan, 2012 @ 09:30
One of the kings dies on the job
King Melchor suffered heart attack during parade
10 Jan, 2012 @ 14:43
Expats in Spain could face benefit cuts
Government plans to reassess Brits who claim benefits abroad
10 Jan, 2012 @ 14:27
Spanish unemployment hits record high
Figures show 4.42 million out of work as government announces spending cuts and tax rises
3 Jan, 2012 @ 15:50
No half measure for Sierra Nevada snowboarders
The Sierra Nevada is fast becoming one of Europe’s top resorts for snowboarding
21 Dec, 2011 @ 09:00
A taste of Navidad
Wendy Williams examines the differences between England and Spain when it comes to Christmas dining and gives some ideas...
20 Dec, 2011 @ 10:00
Gypsy link to Maddie
British detectives to investigate gypsy link to Madeleine McCann disappearance
13 Dec, 2011 @ 13:00