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Queues return as Spain steps up vaccine drive

People queued for COVID-19 vaccines in the Spanish capital on Wednesday, as authorities stepped up efforts to vaccinate the small proportion of the population that still hasn't been jabbed.

01/12/2021

Spain

La Palma: Authorities urge people to wear masks due to toxic gas

High concentration levels of sulphur dioxide from the volcanic gas emissions prompted authorities to suspend workers' access to the southern zone and urged the population to wear masks and avoid outdoor activities on Monday.

30/11/2021

Ocean

Europe tries to save the eel population as numbers reach historic low

In partnership with the European Commission

For millions of years, eels have been migrating from the Atlantic ocean into European rivers. Today the eel population has fallen to a historic low. But scientists, industry, NGOs and regulators are working together to restore stocks.

30/11/2021

Design

Madrid monk's unfinished 'scrap cathedral' lives on after his death

For over 60 years, former monk Justo Gallego built a cathedral out of recycled materials on the outskirts of Madrid. The 96-year-old died over the weekend, raising sad questions about what happens to it.

30/11/2021

Spain

Baby and three-year-old among dead in Barcelona squat fire

A baby and a three-year-old child died on Tuesday morning in a fire at a squat in a former bank branch building in central Barcelona, ​​firefighters said.

30/11/2021

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Five-ton star hoisted atop Barcelona's Sagrada Familia

A giant five-ton star has been hoisted atop the Sagrada Familia's new tower of the Virgin Mary, another stage in the long completion of what has been dubbed the "world's oldest building site".

29/11/2021

Spain

Spanish police protest plan to reform unconstitutional "gag law"

Critics of the Citizens Security Law passed by the previous conservative government in 2015 say it gives too much power to security forces.

27/11/2021

Spain

La Palma volcano: Airlines forced to cancel more flights

The eruption started on September 19. Experts say it could last up to three months.

27/11/2021

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Hundreds of people gathered in Madrid to welcome the Christmas season

Thousands of Madrilenians gathered for Black Friday evening shopping as the city's Christmas lights were switched on.

27/11/2021

Culture news

Oscar-tipped generational trauma in Almodovar's 'Parallel Mothers'

The esteemed Spanish director's latest film received considerable buzz at Venice Film Festival earlier this year, and has even been acquired by Netflix internationally.

26/11/2021

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New lava flow moves out from La Palma volcano

A new lava flow began coming from the active Cumbre Vieja volcano on La Palma on Thursday.

26/11/2021

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Thousands demonstrate in Madrid to call out violence against women

Women demonstrate in Madrid to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

26/11/2021

Mobility

Is sewage slush the key to making Barcelona's buses green?

The city of Barcelona plans to generate biomethane from sewage sludge, which its buses will then run on, as part of a greening initiative.

25/11/2021

Health news

Developing countries get free access to Spanish COVID testing tech

Spain's public medical research body and the World Health Organization struck a deal that could make COVID testing cheaper and more accessible for poorer nations.

24/11/2021

Design

Over 650 unseen Gaudí items arrive at architect's Catalonia exhibition

Barcelona's Catalonia National Museum will present a collection that spans architect Antoni Gaudí's entire career with more than 650 rare pieces.

23/11/2021

Spain

La Palma announces new lockdown for 3,000 as lava reaches the sea

The measure will be maintained for at least 24 hours.

23/11/2021

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Police clash with striking metalworkers in Spain

Protesters clashed with police Tuesday during a march in support of striking metalworkers.

23/11/2021

Spain

See how La Palma island has grown 43 hectares since volcanic eruption

Here's a look at the images of before and after a volcano started erupting two months ago on Spain's La Palma island in the Canaries.

22/11/2021

My Europe Series

Spain's Catholic Church refuses investigation into sex abuse claims

“There are only a few cases," said Luis Argüello, spokesman for Spain's Catholic Church.

22/11/2021

Art

Dancers come to life as Flamenco Day reminds Spain of its traditions

Flamenco dancing has long been a symbol of Spanish identity. Each year, people gather to recognise the day UNESCO recognised it as part of the country's heritage.

17/11/2021

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Volcano on Spain's La Palma island continues to erupt

The Cumbre Vieja volcano on Spain's La Palma Island continued to erupt on Wednesday.

17/11/2021

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Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia ride public city bus for first time

Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia took a public bus in Madrid on Monday, in an usual event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the city’s public urban transport company, 'EMT'.

16/11/2021

Spain

In 2 days, 10 migrants die trying to reach Spanish islands

o far this year, more than 17,000 migrants and refugees have reached the Canary Islands by boat, a 24% increase compared to the same period last year.

15/11/2021

Scenes

The Spanish inventor creating electricity from nature

In partnership with Media City

"Imagine, being in the middle of a park or a street and being able to touch a plant and turn on the lights of that specific area."

15/11/2021

Explore

Benicassim's cultural scene goes beyond music festivals — here's how

In partnership with Region of Valencia

We show you around the municipality's top spots.

15/11/2021

Travel News

Giant lizards choke on condoms as tourists have sex on Spanish beach

A new report finds that 300 ‘sex spots’ in the Dunes of Maspalomas are having a devastating impact on local plant and wildlife.

12/11/2021