These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows
Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report.
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Not only is Lake Powell’s water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too
Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.
Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren’t more of them doing it?
As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls.
EXPLAINED: Where in Europe can non-EU foreigners vote in local elections?
Non-EU nationals living in Europe don’t have many voting rights but some countries do allow them to cast a ballot in local elections. Here’s what you need to know.
Which tourists need an international driving permit to drive in Spain?
If you’re travelling in Spain as a tourist and want to be able to drive here, then you’ll want to know if you require an international driving permit to do so. Read on to find out if you need one, depending on where your licence is from.
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Groundhog Day: Ten things that never change about Spain
To mark Groundhog Day in the US and Canada, a folklore tradition which in popular culture has come to represent a lack of change over time (thanks to the classic US movie of the same name), we take a look at ten things that never seem to c…
¡Qué risa! Ten Spanish expressions to talk about laughing like a local
Spaniards are a happy bunch who don’t hold back on laughing or talking about times they were in stitches. These expressions should help you navigate the language that’s used in comical situations in Spain.
How to apply for Spain’s €250 rent bonus for under-35s
Spain’s government has extended the young person’s rental bonus for the rest of 2025 and wants to keep it for the whole of 2026. Find out if you’re eligible to apply for the monthly €250 housing aid, an amount which will go up to €300 a mo…
Renting in Spain: What’s the maximum amount a landlord can ask as a deposit?
How much can landlords in Spain require from tenants to pay as a deposit or guarantee when they rent out their property? Are two months of “fianza” deposit legally allowed as is becoming increasingly common?
What to do when a foreigner dies in Spain
Navigating Spanish bureaucracy is never simple, and this is also true in difficult moments like the death of a loved one. Here are the steps to take if you need to deal with the death of a family member in Spain.