Spain’s Catalonia to lift Covid curfew on Friday
Catalonia will on Friday January 21st lift a Covid-19 curfew imposed just before Christmas, but other social distancing measures will remain in force in the northern Spanish region.
Have an impact: five ways to shape a better world in 2022
For the international citizens of the world, we live in strange times. Borders have been closed, populist politics is resurgent in Europe and elsewhere, and the spectre of global climate change looms over the coming decades. So, how can you have a positive impact on the world in 2022 and beyond? From rigorous thinking to a commitment to lifelong learning, here are some ideas.
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IN IMAGES: Horses ‘purified’ with fire in controversial Spanish ritual
At full gallop, the horse emerges from the darkness and races through a string of bonfires in an ancient ritual to ward off sickness performed every January in a tiny Spanish village.
Spain’s Andalusia and Valencia regions extend Covid health pass requirement
The Spanish regions of Andalusia and Valencia are extending the Covid-19 passport requirement for entry into some public venues until at least January 31st, their regional governments have announced.
Spain’s tourism sector hopes to turn page on gloomy 2021
Tourism activity remained muted in Spain last year, well below its pre-pandemic levels, industry experts said Thursday, predicting a stronger recovery this year once the Omicron wave passes.
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The new tax laws in Spain’s Andalusia in 2022: What you need to know
The Andalusian regional government has announced several major changes to its tax laws which come into force in January 2022, affecting everything from personal income tax to inheritance tax. Here’s what you need to know.
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Can I take Spanish cheese, meat and wine into the UK in 2022?
The start of 2022 marks a new phase in the Brexit process - the introduction of checks of goods at the UK border. But what does this mean for travellers wanting to take some Spanish cheese, meat or wine into the UK?
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How much money do Americans need to become residents in Spain in 2022?
If you're a US citizen who is looking to move to Spain but you’re wondering if not having a job will influence your chances of obtaining residency, here’s how much money you need to have saved up to be allowed to live in the country in 2022.
Spanish expression of the day: ‘Quien fue a Sevilla, perdió su silla’
To welcome the return of The Local’s Spanish word or expression of the day, we bring you one of the most quintessentially Spanish sayings out there. What’s all this about going to Seville and losing your chair?
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Spanish property roundup: Renting on a temporary basis and cheap medium-sized cities
In this week's property news roundup we cover the growing popularity of temporary rentals in Spain, the medium-sized cities with the cheapest properties and the latest on rental allowances and tax deductions for renovations in 2022.
