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The Spanish Ministry of Finance is tightening fiscal control over digital payment methods. From January 1, 2026, the Tax Agency (Agencia Tributaria) will gain full access to all Bizum transactions made by self-employed individuals and companies.

Valladolid experiences chaos after heavy rainfall: Flooded streets, trapped motorists, and numerous emergency calls. The city struggles with the consequences of a storm that...

The discovery of the body of a Spaniard in Russia, allegedly fighting alongside the Ukrainian army, raises new questions about international involvement in the conflict and highlights the geographical proximity and ongoing tensions in the Belgorod region.

The practice of hanging clothes out of windows to dry is deeply rooted in Spain and is part of the daily urban landscape. However, in Barcelona, an old regulation is currently causing heated discussions and potential fines. What’s behind this, and what consequences await the residents of the Catalan capital?

The first comprehensive census of wild rabbits on the Iberian Peninsula reveals an alarming decline in populations, particularly in forested areas. Between 2009 and 2022, the overall number of rabbits decreased by an average of 18%, with losses in forests and mountainous regions being particularly severe at almost 58%.

Spain is gearing up for a new era of short-term rentals: As of July 1, 2025, the European regulations governing tourist and seasonal rentals will come into force, fundamentally reshaping the market. The aim is to stabilize the housing market, curb fraud, and create greater transparency. This is a crucial measure to facilitate access to decent housing for all citizens.

The Spanish Ministry of Defense, led by Margarita Robles, has taken a significant step that redefines its security relations with Israel. The Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has had its license to produce SPIKE LR2 anti-tank missiles in Spain revoked.

A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court in Spain is forcing the Hacienda, the Spanish tax authority, to individually justify every tax penalty in the future. This marks a crucial turning point for companies and individuals who have previously faced blanket fines. The May 7th ruling ends the era of automatic sanctions, which were often based solely on a lack of proof for deductible expenses.

The Spanish labour market experienced an unexpected slowdown in May. Data released on Tuesday regarding Social Security affiliations show an increase of only 195,736 new jobs.

The total power outage in Spain on April 28 starkly exposed the weaknesses of an ideologized energy policy. For almost ten hours, the country was paralyzed, an unprecedented event in its recent history and in the European context. This incident highlights that the forced phase-out of nuclear energy and an insufficient grid infrastructure jeopardize the foundation of the Spanish economy.