We would like to buy a second home in Spain. What are the tax implications? – The Irish Times
My husband and I retired about three years ago and have very much enjoyed visiting Spain during the…
Spanish move to list doctors who refuse to terminate pregnancies sparks political storm – The Irish Times
A dispute over the listing of doctors who refuse to terminate pregnancies has thrust abortion back into the…
Inequality is soaring in Spain: half of all families own less than 7% of total wealth
Friday, 17 October 2025, 12:23 The wealth of families in Spain has increased by 81% in the last…
Will the Northern Lights be visible in Spain this year?: This is when and where they might be seen
Friday, 17 October 2025, 11:07 The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are one of the most spectacular natural…
Dad dies in Spain after flying out to walk daughter down the aisle
A father of five died of a suspected heart attack in Spain after flying out to give his…
Spanish 19th century Columbus painting defaced by activists will require a ‘second reconstruction’
Published on 14/10/2025 – 15:17 GMT+2 ADVERTISEMENT A 19th century painting of a tribute to Christopher Columbus that…
‘Highly harmful’ invasive plant species tracked by citizen scientists using Instagram photos
By analysing over 1,700 photos from social media and citizen science platforms, scientists at the University of Galway…
Four of the best wines to hit the Irish market this autumn – The Irish Times
The wine trade tastings begin in earnest in September. It is the start of the busiest few months…
‘Mindblowing’ European bat hunting behaviour observed for the first time by researchers
ADVERTISEMENT Some species of European bats are known to attack birds as they migrate to Africa. However, they…
Kilshane Energy to begin construction on €250m power plant in north Dublin
The company has just signed a contract with Italian firm Ansaldo Energia to buy a 300MW open cycle…
Chinese and Spanish scientists tap into salt-laced ice to generate electricity – with a twist
Scientists from China and Spain have discovered that adding salt to ice can enable it to generate electricity,…
Spanish healthcare chief resigns over breast cancer screening scandal – The Irish Times
The head of healthcare in the Spanish region of Andalucía has resigned and the local government has been…