Spain

Spain

Catalan elections: Separatists boost majority in regional parliament

Separatist parties have boosted their majority in Catalonia’s parliament, although the pro-union Socialist Party claimed a narrow win in elections held amid a third wave of coronavirus.

14/02/2021

No Comment

Catalonia polls open under strict rules to keep voters safe from COVID

There are 5.3 million people invited to take part in the regional election today - although turnout may be affected by COVID.

14/02/2021

Spain

Separatist movement put to test as Catalonia votes despite pandemic

Despite health concerns, voting went off without a hitch at the vast majority of polling stations, according to authorities.

14/02/2021

Europe

Could COVID-19 help oust pro-independence parties in Catalonia?

Optimism, a political calculation or democratic necessity?

14/02/2021

World

Catalonia prepares to head to polls for Sunday's regional elections

People in Catalonia are heading to the polls this Sunday. For close to a decade, elections have been dominated by the pro-independence movement but this time healthcare and the economy have taken centre stage.

12/02/2021

Spain

Objects thrown at Spain's Vox party leader during election campaign

Santiago Abascal said that fruit, eggs, and stones were thrown at him during Sunday's rally in Salt.

08/02/2021

No Comment

Spain: COVID-19 patients tie the knot at Madrid pandemic hospital

Many weddings have been cancelled amid the pandemic, but at a Madrid hospital the coronavirus provided the push for two patients to get married.

06/02/2021

World

'Dark kitchens' popping up all over Madrid. But what are they?

The closure of traditional bars and restaurants due to COVID-19 restrictions has given rise to a new culinary concept - the so called 'dark kitchen.' It's an industry comprised of rented cooking spaces and delivered take-away meals, and it's booming in Madrid.

05/02/2021

Spain

Queen’s Gambit: Why the Netflix series was a hit for one Spanish firm

Family business Rechapados Ferrer has been inundated with orders since The Queen's Gambit was aired on Netflix.

05/02/2021

Smart Regions

Making Zorrotzaurre the 'Manhattan of Bilbao'

In partnership with the European Commission

The AS Fabrik project is turning one of Bilbao's old industrial zones into a space for startups and new industries to face the challenges of the digital economy.

01/02/2021

Spain

Vaccine brings hope to Spanish care homes devastated by COVID-19

There's a light at the end of the tunnel in Spain for care home residents and workers who have received their COVID vaccines. But they also recall the horror of the first wave.

01/02/2021

Spain

Spanish newspaper publishes details of Messi's €555 million contract

A Spanish newspaper published the details of Lionel Messi's €555 million contract with FC Barcelona.

31/01/2021

Spain

Catalonia set for February election after court overturns COVID delay

The long-standing demands for self-determination by Catalan separatists, the handling of the pandemic and its economic fallout are the main issues being debated during the run-up to the vote.

29/01/2021

Spain

Madrid’s farming sector estimates €6 million loss from Storm Filomena

It's been more than two weeks since Storm Filomena - and the consequences are still visible in Madrid’s countryside.

27/01/2021

Spain

Earthquakes cause minor damage in Spanish region of Granada

Three earthquakes over 4.0 magnitude and around 40 aftershocks were felt across the region in just a few minutes

27/01/2021

Real Economy

Can the Green Deal help the EU economy through the pandemic?

In partnership with The European Commission

In this edition of Real Economy, we take a look at the European Green Deal and the role of the European Social Fund (ESF) in creating new green jobs and supporting training in green skills.

27/01/2021

Ocean

What's the catch to the EU's fishing policies?

In partnership with the European Commission

How is the EU making sure that fish and seafood are caught in a sustainable way that protects the marine environment? Let's take a look at initiatives helping with traceability, quality and lowering illegal fishing.

27/01/2021

Ocean

Sea to plate: how the EU is stopping any fishy business in our oceans

In partnership with the European Commission

How much do we know about the fish we eat? Find out more about the complex journey fish take to get to your plate and how the EU is ensuring its quality and safety on this edition of Ocean.

26/01/2021

Conscious Travel

Inside the luxury farm in Ibiza where you can watch your dinner grow

Enjoy luxury travel and local food? This hotel is part of a scheme where chefs only use local ingredients.

24/01/2021

Spain

Holiday plans threatened as Spain warns of possible tourism disruption

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said earlier this week that Spain would be better equipped to welcome foreign tourists at the end of summer.

22/01/2021

Spain

The Silence of the Trams: Barcelona commuters hushed to stop COVID-19

"People shouting or talking on the phone can emit up to fifty times more particles," according to the Spanish National Research Council.

22/01/2021

Spain

Third division Alcoyano, down to ten men, shock Real Madrid in cup

Despite being down to ten men, Segunda División’s Alcoyano overcame 19-time Copa del Rey winners Real Madrid with a 115th minute winner.

21/01/2021

Spain

Madrid explosion: At least 3 killed in powerful gas blast

The building is flanked by a school and a nursing home in Spain's capital. Residents from the latter were being evacuated shortly after the blast, according to eyewitnesses.

20/01/2021

Spain

Spain declares eight regions disaster zones after Storm Filomena

The announcement comes as Madrid's regional government also warned of an increased risk of flooding in the city from melted snow.

19/01/2021

World

Army drafted in to clear roads, airports and train tracks in Madrid

Authorities in Madrid have drafted in the army in an effort to clear roads, airports and train tracks. At least four people have died and thousands of travelers have been left stranded after the Spanish capital was blanketed with an unusual amount of snow.

12/01/2021

Spain

Snow in Spain: Clear up begins after blizzards but ice a major hazard

Authorities and volunteers have been helping to clear the snow from Spain's streets but the freezing weather is due to go on for several more days.

11/01/2021