https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Spain in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Up to 180 European bison now roam rural areas of Spain despite the opposition of scientists and government bodies. https://www.thelocal.es/20260911/why-bison-are-being-introduced-to-spain-and-not-everyones-happy-about-it Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:17:37 +0200 why-bison-are-being-introduced-to-spain-and-not-everyones-happy-about-it If you missed last week’s total eclipse in Spain, you’re in luck because there will be two more solar eclipses coming up in 2027 and 2028. https://www.thelocal.es/20260817/qa-what-to-know-about-the-next-two-solar-eclipses-in-spain Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:41:13 +0200 qa-what-to-know-about-the-next-two-solar-eclipses-in-spain Spain has seen an increase in drownings this year, but there's one place that has overhauled its lifeguard services and hasn't registered any tragedies so far this summer. https://www.thelocal.es/20260819/alicante-shows-spain-how-to-avoid-drownings-at-its-beaches Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:01:28 +0200 alicante-shows-spain-how-to-avoid-drownings-at-its-beaches Another 4.8-magnitude earthquake shook the southern Spanish city of Granada on Tuesday, the second in three days, along with some 400 tremors since August 14th. Why is there so much seismic activity in this part of Spain? https://www.thelocal.es/20260819/why-are-so-many-earthquakes-taking-place-in-spains-granada Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:22:38 +0200 why-are-so-many-earthquakes-taking-place-in-spains-granada The southern Spanish city of Granada on Tuesday was hit by a second 4.8-magnitude earthquake in just three days, causing damage to some buildings and cars. Here's the official advice from Spanish authorities if an earthquake strikes near you. https://www.thelocal.es/20260818/what-to-do-during-an-earthquake-in-spain Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:27:46 +0200 what-to-do-during-an-earthquake-in-spain The Andalusian province of Granada on Tuesday experienced a 4.8-magnitude earthquake following a similarly powerful tremor three days earlier, leading authorities to evacuate the Alhambra and urge the 'utmost caution'. https://www.thelocal.es/20260818/breaking-spains-granada-rocked-by-another-earthquake Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:52:48 +0200 breaking-spains-granada-rocked-by-another-earthquake The total eclipse plunged a vast swathe of Spain from broad daylight into darkness Wednesday, drawing awed gasps and applause from spectators gathered in parks and cities across the country. https://www.thelocal.es/20260813/solar-eclipse-plunges-large-swathe-of-spain-into-total-darkness Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:35:19 +0200 solar-eclipse-plunges-large-swathe-of-spain-into-total-darkness There has been an increase in the number of Portuguese man o'war - also known as bluebottles - over the past few weeks in Spain, particularly along the northern coast. Here are some vital tips on how to avoid being stung and what to do if you are. https://www.thelocal.es/20260811/how-to-avoid-being-stung-by-a-portuguese-man-owar-in-spain Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:22:36 +0200 how-to-avoid-being-stung-by-a-portuguese-man-owar-in-spain There's less than a week left until the highly anticipated total solar eclipse in Spain. We've got all the info you need to prepare for this unique event on August 12th, from the likelihood of clear skies in your area to apps to find the best viewing location. https://www.thelocal.es/20260807/qa-everything-you-need-to-prepare-for-the-total-solar-eclipse-in-spain Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:48:27 +0200 qa-everything-you-need-to-prepare-for-the-total-solar-eclipse-in-spain People from all over the world will flock to northern Spain next week in the hope of witnessing a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a total solar eclipse. https://www.thelocal.es/20260805/like-the-end-of-the-world-the-foreign-eclipse-chasers-flocking-to-spain Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:16:32 +0200 like-the-end-of-the-world-the-foreign-eclipse-chasers-flocking-to-spain If you're planning on viewing the total solar eclipse in Spain on August 12th, you'll need safety glasses. Here are all the places where you can get them for free. https://www.thelocal.es/20260728/how-to-get-free-glasses-to-see-spains-solar-eclipse Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:51:38 +0200 how-to-get-free-glasses-to-see-spains-solar-eclipse The elephants carried on grazing peacefully as the flames approached, imperturbable despite the fires ravaging the land around their wildlife park west of Madrid. https://www.thelocal.es/20260731/how-safari-park-animals-grazed-calmly-amid-spains-terror-of-fire Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:18:30 +0200 how-safari-park-animals-grazed-calmly-amid-spains-terror-of-fire Environmental groups in Spain have handed out nearly 50 dreaded 'black flag' awards to beaches in Spain, with many suffering from pollution in popular tourist areas. https://www.thelocal.es/20260703/map-the-48-beaches-in-spain-to-avoid-this-summer Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:24:49 +0200 map-the-48-beaches-in-spain-to-avoid-this-summer There are several resources available to the public if you want to find out if the seawater of a particular beach in Spain is safe to swim in. https://www.thelocal.es/20260630/how-to-check-seawater-quality-at-any-beach-in-spain Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:49:06 +0200 how-to-check-seawater-quality-at-any-beach-in-spain Five children and seven adults drowned in Spain over the weekend, as well as nine more the previous weekend. What's causing the recent increase in people - particularly minors - tragically dying at sea in Spain? https://www.thelocal.es/20260624/whats-behind-the-recent-spike-in-drownings-in-spain Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:41:27 +0200 whats-behind-the-recent-spike-in-drownings-in-spain Dozens of beachgoers tragically lose their lives every summer along Spain's coastline, often due to a lack of awareness about the precautions that can be taken when visiting the country's beaches. Here's the experts' advice on how to stay safe. https://www.thelocal.es/20260619/how-to-stay-safe-while-swimming-in-the-sea-in-spain Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:18:11 +0200 how-to-stay-safe-while-swimming-in-the-sea-in-spain The vast majority of Europe's beaches offer "excellent" water quality for swimming, the EU environment agency said on Tuesday ahead of the summer season, with coastal nations and inland Austria topping the list. https://www.thelocal.es/20260616/most-beaches-in-europe-offer-excellent-water-quality-study-says Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:22:00 +0200 most-beaches-in-europe-offer-excellent-water-quality-study-says After the death of two foreign hikers in Spain in recent weeks, we go over Spanish rescue workers' advice for planning a hiking trip here, from the emergency numbers to have on your phone to the gear you should carry with you. https://www.thelocal.es/20260608/the-experts-tips-for-staying-safe-while-hiking-in-spains-mountains Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:49:40 +0200 the-experts-tips-for-staying-safe-while-hiking-in-spains-mountains If you fancy yourself green-fingered or live in an apartment without access to your own outdoor space, you'll find that Spain has many urban gardens and allotments that you can potentially join. https://www.thelocal.es/20220602/how-to-get-involved-with-urban-gardens-in-spain Thu, 02 Jun 2022 09:49:51 +0200 how-to-get-involved-with-urban-gardens-in-spain Experts are warning the general population in Spain that pollen levels are expected to be much higher this year after abundant rainfall these past few months. Here's everything you need to know about hay fever in Spain. https://www.thelocal.es/20220531/pollen-allergies-in-spain-what-you-need-to-know Tue, 31 May 2022 16:29:18 +0200 pollen-allergies-in-spain-what-you-need-to-know