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You mustn’t let rain be an excuse not to exercise over the age of 45, writes the doctor who cares for Spain’s superstar footballers

By Claudio Vazquez Colomo EVERY time several consecutive days of rain arrive, I observe the same pattern in my clinics: physical activity decreases, joint discomfort

13 Feb, 2026 @ 18:00

Columnist·Health·Lead

WATCH: The Olive Press reports from the dangerously full Montejaque dam in Malaga as authorities fear a disaster

THE Olive Press’ Jon Clarke went out to the scene of an impending emergency at the Montejaque dam in Malaga. The century-old feat of engineering

9 Feb, 2026 @ 10:27

Lead·Malaga·Weather

TWITCHER’S CHALLENGE: The beautiful alpine accentor inhabits the rugged areas of Andalucia this winter – can you spot one?

By Fran Candelera ONE of the most fascinating and beautiful birds to spot in winter is the alpine accentor (Prunella collaris). February is one of

2 Feb, 2026 @ 10:01

Andalucia·Green·Lead

TWITCHER’S CHALLENGE: Can you spot the red-knobbed coot in January? Here’s where you might find it in Malaga, Cadiz, and Sevilla

By Fran Candelera JANUARY is just around the corner, and the red-knobbed coot (Fulica cristata) could be your birding challenge for the month. The heavy

31 Jan, 2026 @ 12:00

Cadiz·Green·Lead·Malaga·Sevilla

Estepona expat’s knee hell as Spanish private hospital and insurer’s ‘greed and rudeness’ leave her thousands out of pocket – and still in chronic pain

By Rod Usher Unlucky Angela still has disabling chronic pain a year after knee surgery. In a personal medical saga, her husband, seasoned journalist Rod

30 Jan, 2026 @ 17:30

Estepona·Health·Lead

MULLINS IT OVER: Despite the swelling number of foreigners in Spain, Charlie has never felt unwelcome

Despite the large and growing percentages of foreigners on the costas, Charlie Mullins hasn’t felt unwelcome in Spain – but then ‘us expats’ pay a

27 Jan, 2026 @ 14:15

Lead

Why millions of readers are choosing The Olive Press to understand Spain… if you believe Google!

IF you’ve searched for news about Spain recently, chances are you’ve already found your way to our website or social media pages. In 2025, readers

18 Jan, 2026 @ 21:26

INTERVIEW: Recollections of an Andalucian who was just a child when the USA accidentally dropped four atom bombs on Spain – in what became known as the Palomares nuclear disaster

By Norbert Suchanek AT the height of the Cold War on January 17, 1966, two US military aircraft accidentally collided in the skies over Andalucia.

17 Jan, 2026 @ 11:30

Almeria·Andalucia·La Cultura·Lead

Staying fit in 2026: Spain’s national team doctor on how to avoid annoying injuries in Spain’s most popular sports

In the third edition of his exclusive new Olive Press health column, Spain’s national football team head doctor Dr Claudio Vazquez explains how to avoid

14 Jan, 2026 @ 14:14

Health·Lead

Valencia’s legendarily weird and wonderful 1980s nightclub scene comes back to life for one month only

By Brandon Cheevers IMAGINE you’re on your way to a nightclub that bears a striking resemblance to a giant cake – one that is covered

11 Jan, 2026 @ 09:30

La Cultura·Lead·Valencia

The Andalucia President’s blackface stunt at Three Kings was wrong and insensitive – JOY E GLENN, a black mother in Spain, explains why

By Joy E. Glenn JANUARY in Spain is magical for children. The Cabalgata de Reyes is one of the most anticipated events of the year.

9 Jan, 2026 @ 18:45

Andalucia·La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Opinion·Politics

MELT YOUR CREDIT CARD DEBT: Practical strategies to tackle high-interest balances and save money

By Peter Dougherty TODAY’S ‘money’ topic is a practical one: how to pay down credit card debt. That we should pay down our debt seldom

1 Jan, 2026 @ 10:30

Business & Finance·Columnist

Spain's Valencia Switches On Its Xmas Lights This Friday

First Christmas in Spain? These are the five most popular – and sometimes bizarre – festive traditions

As an expat in Spain, you might not be familiar with the local Christmas traditions. The country has many that vary from region to region,

23 Dec, 2025 @ 11:00

La Cultura·Lead·National News

Winter Brings New Maintenance Concerns for Costa Brava Holiday Homes

As the tourist season winds down and many holiday homes along the Costa Brava are left unoccupied, a different set of challenges begins to emerge.

17 Dec, 2025 @ 16:10

Barcelona·Catalunya·Costa Blanca

Feel like getting away this festive season? Check out these five alternative Christmas plans in Spain

SPAIN is gearing up for a white Christmas—but not necessarily the kind involving snow. While families across the country prepare for traditional feasts, tourism experts

16 Dec, 2025 @ 14:16

Lead·Olive Press Travel

Budding linguists warned to avoid using these phrases while on holiday in Spain

BEFORE setting off to a new destination, it can be helpful to learn some local phrases to use while abroad. Even during the winter season,

16 Dec, 2025 @ 13:45

La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Off the beaten track: Check out these five destinations in Spain still crying out for tourists to pay a visit

PROTESTS against tourism, angry locals targeting tourists with water pistols, and pictures of banners saying,’Your paradise is our nightmare’ have dominated local and international media

16 Dec, 2025 @ 12:35

Lead·Olive Press Travel

Warning for expats in Spain: How disinheriting a family member by gifting a property could backfire, writes MARK MEDLEY

GIFTING property to a family member in Spain might seem like a simple, generous gesture, but the act can lead to unintended—and potentially harmful—consequences. While

11 Dec, 2025 @ 13:40

Lead·Property

BARGAIN BUYS: Where are the cheapest places to buy a home in Spain in 2026? You’ll be surprised to learn, plenty are by the sea

SPAIN continues to be one of the most attractive countries in Europe for property buyers, and its not just about the sunshine and beaches. With

11 Dec, 2025 @ 11:44

Lead·Other News·Property

Best Essay Writing Services: Top Tools and Tips for Today’s Students

College life can feel like a tornado, so here’s the big question: how does anyone keep up? The moment one assignment is finished, another appears,

11 Dec, 2025 @ 11:08

Education·Other News

Get advice!: There are plenty of reasons to hire a financial advisor in Spain, writes Peter Dougherty

HAVE you thought about hiring a financial advisor, but not done so? You are not alone. Many of us put off the decision. Here are

8 Dec, 2025 @ 12:39

Business & Finance·Columnists·Other News·Property

DR CLAUDIO VAZQUEZ COLOMO: The importance of warm-up exercises before and after sport

In the first of an exciting new exclusive monthly column from Spain’s National Football team, Dr Claudio tells Olive Press readers about stretching. AS the

6 Dec, 2025 @ 10:45

Columnist·Health·Lead

The Olive Press Podcast comes roaring back with a vengeance: Police violence in Portugal, police negligence in Almeria, and curious tsunami drills in Cadiz

EPISODE 10 of the Rest is Spain, the Olive Press’ flagship podcast, has been out for a few days and is definitely worth a listen.

1 Dec, 2025 @ 13:23

Entertainment·Lead·Other News

The 12 absolutely non-negotiable questions you MUST ask your Spanish agent

Buying a house in Spain is great, but the process relies heavily on paperwork. While the estate agent is there to facilitate the sale, your

30 Nov, 2025 @ 11:00

Lead·Other News·Property

The data doesn’t lie: Why global funds are massively investing in Spain’s property market

SPAIN has now established itself as the preferred European destination for institutional capital, confirmed by a surge of investment that is rewriting the continent’s real

28 Nov, 2025 @ 16:30

Lead·Other News·Property

The McGrail Report – Gibraltar’s path to reconciliation after five years of fracture, by F Oliva

In his continuing column for the Olive Press, ex-Chronicle news editor Franciso Oliva muses on how the Rock can mend its fractured social fabric –

20 Nov, 2025 @ 18:00

Gibraltar·Lead

You mustn’t let rain be an excuse not to exercise over the age of 45, writes the doctor who cares for Spain’s superstar footballers

WATCH: The Olive Press reports from the dangerously full Montejaque dam in Malaga as authorities fear a disaster

TWITCHER’S CHALLENGE: The beautiful alpine accentor inhabits the rugged areas of Andalucia this winter – can you spot one?

TWITCHER’S CHALLENGE: Can you spot the red-knobbed coot in January? Here’s where you might find it in Malaga, Cadiz, and Sevilla

Estepona expat’s knee hell as Spanish private hospital and insurer’s ‘greed and rudeness’ leave her thousands out of pocket – and still in chronic pain

MULLINS IT OVER: Despite the swelling number of foreigners in Spain, Charlie has never felt unwelcome

Why millions of readers are choosing The Olive Press to understand Spain… if you believe Google!

INTERVIEW: Recollections of an Andalucian who was just a child when the USA accidentally dropped four atom bombs on Spain – in what became known as the Palomares nuclear disaster

Staying fit in 2026: Spain’s national team doctor on how to avoid annoying injuries in Spain’s most popular sports

Valencia’s legendarily weird and wonderful 1980s nightclub scene comes back to life for one month only

The Andalucia President’s blackface stunt at Three Kings was wrong and insensitive – JOY E GLENN, a black mother in Spain, explains why

MELT YOUR CREDIT CARD DEBT: Practical strategies to tackle high-interest balances and save money

First Christmas in Spain? These are the five most popular – and sometimes bizarre – festive traditions

Winter Brings New Maintenance Concerns for Costa Brava Holiday Homes

Feel like getting away this festive season? Check out these five alternative Christmas plans in Spain

Budding linguists warned to avoid using these phrases while on holiday in Spain

Off the beaten track: Check out these five destinations in Spain still crying out for tourists to pay a visit

Warning for expats in Spain: How disinheriting a family member by gifting a property could backfire, writes MARK MEDLEY

BARGAIN BUYS: Where are the cheapest places to buy a home in Spain in 2026? You’ll be surprised to learn, plenty are by the sea

Best Essay Writing Services: Top Tools and Tips for Today’s Students

Get advice!: There are plenty of reasons to hire a financial advisor in Spain, writes Peter Dougherty

DR CLAUDIO VAZQUEZ COLOMO: The importance of warm-up exercises before and after sport

The Olive Press Podcast comes roaring back with a vengeance: Police violence in Portugal, police negligence in Almeria, and curious tsunami drills in Cadiz

The 12 absolutely non-negotiable questions you MUST ask your Spanish agent

The data doesn’t lie: Why global funds are massively investing in Spain’s property market

The McGrail Report – Gibraltar’s path to reconciliation after five years of fracture, by F Oliva

There’s a new unlikely star of Spanish cuisine coming out of Galicia – and it isn’t a talented new chef

Horrified patients witness fatal stabbing of nurse by ex-boyfriend at medical centre in Spain

Residents evacuated from rain-soaked Grazalema given green light to return as landslide risk subsides

Spain’s expat divide: HALF of all 30-34-year-olds in Barcelona are foreign-born – and it’s the same for over-55s in Marbella

Spain’s new sovereign wealth fund will pay for up to 15,000 new affordable rental homes each year