January 2023

394 people died from unintentional drowning in Spain during 2022

393 bathers died from unintentional drowning in Spain last year according to the Royal Spanish Federation of Rescue and Lifeguards. It’s a significant rise on 2021 figures which recorded less than 300 drownings in the lowest total since the Royal Federation started collating figures in 2015. That was put down to fewer visitors due to […]

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Costa Blanca resort in Spain erecting fence to protect nesting birds in sand dunes

DENIA’S sand dunes are having wire fences put up to protect vulnerable flora and fauna from unwelcome visitors. Work started last month on erecting a 500 metre fence at Les Marines beach which amongst other things provides security for nesting birds. The project should be completed by the end of March. The initiative aims to

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3 bedroom Terraced Villa for sale in Playa Flamenca with pool garage – € 139,500

Playa Flamenca, Alicante   3 beds   2 baths € 139,500 Sunny semi-detached house in Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa The property consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Outside the house we have a large patio of about 40 m2 with an access for cars, a BBQ area and a storage room On the ground

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What Are the Benefits of Crypto Casinos Over Traditional Ones?

The iGaming industry keeps improving every year—new innovations are always changing the dynamics of online casinos. Casino games have improved in the past few years as new selections have been introduced to ensure maximum entertainment. Another is the improvement in banking and payment options. Many casino operators have observed the challenges with payments in online

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Doctor tells court that disgraced politician José Antonio Griñán should not go to jail

A DOCTOR has told the Seville High Court that former Andalusian president José Antonio Griñán should not go to jail due to the prostate cancer that he is suffering.  The disgraced Socialist Party (PSOE) politician was convicted by Spain’s Supreme Court to six years in prison for his role in the so-called ‘ERE’ corruption scandal,

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Man in Spain’s Tenerife arrested after killing ex-wife and injuring child who was defending her

A 44-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested on the Canary Island of Tenerife after allegedly stabbing to death his ex-wife, who was 44. One of the victim’s children was also injured after he tried to defend his mother.  The incident, which took place on Sunday, saw the man stab his victim twice. Sources close to the

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Kraken arrives in Spain: What we know about the most contagious strain of Covid yet

Kraken, the latest and most virulent strain of Covid, has been detected in Spain after becoming the latest import from the USA. Known technically as XBB.1.5, Kraken is making its way through the United States and infecting all and sundry, though it does not appear to be more severe. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has

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Heratbroken Fitzpatrick family plead for clues 15 years after Amy vanished on Costa del Sol

The heartbroken family of Amy Fitzpatrick is still desperately hoping for answers 15 years after the Irishwoman vanished from Andalucia.  Her auntie Christine Kenny said she hopes that information will come through in the next couple of months that will shine a light on her niece’s whereabouts, dead or alive.  Amy went missing from the

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