February 2024

Apartment La Florida, Alicante   2 beds   1 baths € 124,994 Welcome to this exceptional 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ground floor apartment, exuding charm and comfort. Beyond its inviting facade lies a meticulously renovated front garden, crafted to an impeccable standard, offering an idyllic space for al fresco dining, relaxation, and leisurely moments. Complementing the outdoor […]

A BOGUS shaman has been arrested in Palma for swindling €18,000 out of a woman who he forced to perform sex acts to ward off evil spirits. The Spaniard, 36, forced her to ingest his sperm in order that she could ‘chase away demons that were inside her’. The assailant- with a history of sexual

THE one factor that makes the difference between very hot and unbearably hot is the quantity of moisture in the air – otherwise known as humidity. And a new study by HouseFresh has studied data from 14,657 major cities around the world to find out how many days were classified as ‘excessively humid’ in 2023.

FOOTBALL player Dani Alves has been given a four-and-a-half year prison sentence by a court in Barcelona for the rape of a young women in a nightclub on December 30, 2022.  The High Court in the Catalan capital made its ruling known to the 40-year-old Brazilian, his defence team and the prosecution on Thursday.  The

Nestled along the breathtaking Costa del Sol, a diverse community of expatriates enjoys the vibrant life that Spain offers. Whether you’re here for the serene retirement life, a new career, or the rich cultural tapestry, mastering the Spanish language is your gateway to truly embracing the local lifestyle. AIL Español, with prestigious campuses in Barcelona,

IN a rare show of political unity, the Socialist Party (PSOE) and the conservative Partido Popular (PP) voted together on Wednesday in Malaga to call on the central government to commit to building a rail link along the Andalusian coast.  The motion, which was passed in the Provincial Council, also called for the Socialist-led administration

STRONG winds and rough seas will batter Spain from today and until Saturday, the country’s weather agency has warned. Red, orange and yellow alerts are in place for the north and southern coasts over the next few days, with winds of up to 75km/hr threatening to bring monster nine-metre waves. On Thursday, an orange warning

REAL estate on the Costa del Sol is sizzling as prices continue to buck all trends and soar through all roofs, according to a report by the Fotocasa portal. In some locations, prices per square metre have almost doubled, with Casares Costa (Casares Golf-Casares del Sol) seeing a 92.8% rise – to €4,087 sqm. One

EVER dreamed of hosting a bullfight at your own home? For the average expat, the answer is likely a resounding no.  But for the few budding toreros among you, that dream could become a reality thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime property listing. The Olive Press can reveal that the incredible former estate of one of Marbella’s

THE capacity of the Marbella desalination plant is set to be boosted to 20 million cubic litres as part of the Junta’s latest drought decree.  The move is intended to increase the availability of drinking water for the population of the western Costa del Sol at a cost of €4.5 million. It is expected to