FAT FIGHTERS: EU enforces limit on artificial trans fats in food products
Fried fast food is the most infamous culprit, although artificial trans fats can also be found in certain types of margarines and vegetable oils, bakery
12 mass graves of Civil War victims that are being excavated in Spain right now
WITH news this week that the government of Spain has started the process to open up the Valley of The Fallen crypts containing the remains of
Jogger brutalised by large pet dogs in Spain’s Castellon
Witnesses reveal that although the owners rushed to the victim’s aid, the dogs were acting with so much violence that they could not be separated
Second sex worker goes missing on main road in Spain’s Valencia three months after murder of 19-year-old prostitute
The Guardia Civil have launched an immediate investigation and have made the case a top priority, given the similarities with the killing of young Florina
Alameda: A guide to Sevilla’s trendiest district
THE Alameda neighbourhood is the area surrounding and including the Alameda de Hercules, a long mall accompanied by bars, cafes and restaurants on either side.
Sevilla: What to see in El Arenal
EL Arenal sits on the banks of the Guadalquivir river and while not so big, features some of the city’s most important sites. Most notable
Think before you post: Why Iron Mike Tyson has a point when it come to social media
I DON’T advocate violence in any form but Mike Tyson has a point when he said ‘social media made you all way too comfortable with
OLD HACK IN THE SUN: Benny Davis with the 80-something ramblings of an expat in Spain
To all fellow retired ex-pats. Eat drink and be merry. Enjoy life in this beautiful country we now call home, the last leg of our
FAB FRESCOS: Spain has some of the best, but how many do you recognise?
FROM cave paintings to church frescos to modern murals of epic scale, countless artists have left their brush marks on Spanish architecture down the centuries
OLD HACK IN THE SUN: Benny Davis with the 80-something ramblings of an expat in Spain
When I was young, ‘online’ meant pegging your washing out to dry. Never thought that one day this innocent household word would signify the demise
The photos of Semana Santa in Sevilla that show what a difference Covid makes
IN normal years it would be true to say there is nothing quite like Easter in Sevilla. The heavy scent of incense wafted from burners
The Olive Press celebrates its 15 year anniversary
FROM its very first issue in 2006 the Olive Press was campaigning for its community. Whether fighting for the environment or digging into crooks, we
Spain’s National Team Busy Prepping for Qatar Run
Those living in Spain know that football is an integral part of national culture. At the highest tier, there are La Liga loyalties, followed by
Radio station €1000 giveaway proves ‘awesome’ business confidence following lockdown on Spain’s Costa Blanca
COSTA BLANCA’S community radio station, Big FM, is giving away a prize worth €1,000 in the coming weeks. As part of their continued commitment to
A heartfelt thanks to surgeons and medical staff in Spain
By Lisa Burgess I HAVE just left Malaga’s Materno Hospital after breast reconstruction surgery. It was a unique experience. The Head of Surgery, Doctor Torres
OLD HACK IN THE SUN: The ramblings of an 80-something expat
DO you remember the old joke about the boy who wanted to be a train driver, but couldn’t because his eyes were too close together?
VINAROS GOES SOLAR: Castellon town council launches solar power project for residents and businesses
In addition to the environmental benefits, going solar is also geared towards helping families save money on their electric bill.
Natural Herb Kratom May Have Therapeutic Effects and Relatively Low Potential for Abuse or Harm
A survey was carried out in 2020 by Albert Garcia-Romeu, Kelly Dunn, Roland Griffiths, and David Cox of Johns Hopkins as well as Kirsten Smith
To Read or Not to Read?
William Shakesbeer is Valencia’s newest English bookshop, with plans to stock craft beers in the near future. Run by Nic and Nick, the shop combines
OLD HACK IN THE SUN: Benny Davis with the 80-something ramblings of an expat in Spain
Are you a digital doer or a real-life print reader? Although the Olive Press alternates weekly publication of my column between actual print and ether-controlled
The Golden Visa grants automatic residency in Spain
In 2013, Spain launched a plan to support entrepreneurs and their internationalization. With the entry into force of Law 14/2013 of 27 September, investors can
JAILED: Drink driver gets three years for killing 20-year-old scooter user in Spain’s Valencia
The test gave a reading of 0.64 mg of alcohol, when the permitted maximum is 0.25.
British expats in Spain and across Europe welcome UK move to scrap 15-year voting rule
THE 15-year cut-off date that prevents an estimated one million overseas Brits from voting in UK parliamentary election is about to be scrapped, writes Sue Wilson of
REWARDING RECYCLING: Valencia unveils new yellow bin scheme that earns points for deposits
Reciclos is expected to be launched throughout Spain this year.
LOOK ON THE BRIGHT SIDE: Tourism sector in Spain’s Castellon optimistic that July will see a return to normality
CASTELLON tourism sector is very optimistic about the future – so much so that the experts believe the situation will be back to normal in
10 ways you can trace your family tree
Finding out where your family came from can be an eye-opening and life-changing discovery. Here are ten ways you can trace your family tree. Delving