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Spanish activists arrive home after Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla

Twenty-one activists detained while attempting to reach Gaza by sea arrived in Madrid on Sunday, days after Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters.

06/10/2025

EuroVerify

Did Carlos Alcaraz dedicate a tribute to Charlie Kirk?

A series of viral posts are falsely claiming that Carlos Alcaraz dedicate an empty seat, a speech, and a hefty donation to Charlie Kirk and his family. This is why these claims are either false or extremely unlikely.

03/10/2025

Destinations

Spain smashes visitor records in 2025 despite overtourism measures

Together, the two months saw 22.3 million tourists flock to Spain, far outstripping 2024’s figure of 21.8 million for the same period.

02/10/2025

Culture news

Mondiacult 2025: Sharing culture as a means of peace and resistance

This week Barcelona played host to Mondiacult, UNESCO's World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development. AI, climate change and commitments to peace were top talking points...

02/10/2025

Europeans' Stories

Spain bets on migrants to counter labour shortage and boost growth

While the US government is waging an unprecedented deportation campaign against immigrants, combating irregular migration is one of the European Union’s priorities. Amidst the global rhetoric against undocumented immigrants, Spain stands out as an exception.

01/10/2025

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Red alert in Ibiza and Formentera due to flash floods

Ibiza has been left reeling after torrential rain from ex-hurricane Gabrielle turned the island into a scene of chaos.

30/09/2025

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Menorca’s autumn light: where culture meets calm

Partner content presented by Menorca Tourism

Discover Menorca in autumn: UNESCO heritage, golden hiking trails, artisan flavours, and a model of sustainable slow travel in the Mediterranean.

30/09/2025

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Sudden heavy rains trigger rescues and evacuations in northern Spain

At least 20 litres of rain per square metre fell in just 15 minutes on Sunday, unleashing flash floods across Spain’s Zaragoza province and leaving vehicles stranded.

29/09/2025

EuroVerify

Was Spain's amnesty law condemned by 16 countries and the EU?

Viral posts and media coverage claimed that 16 European countries had taken a stand criticising Spain's amnesty law. Others said the European Commission even labelled it a "democratic anomaly." Is this true?

29/09/2025

Nature

Red alert for rain in Spain: What to do and how to protect yourself

Storm Gabrielle has put Valencia, Castellón and Tarragona on red alert this Monday for torrential rains that could drop more than 180 litres of water per square metre in a few hours.

29/09/2025

Culture news

Clean Houses: What if having a maid clashed with being a feminist?

In her second novel, the Spanish writer María Agúndez raises the issues surrounding a profession that is still taboo in a society that is perhaps not as advanced as it likes to think.

28/09/2025

Cinema

Jennifer Lawrence receives lifetime achievement award at San Sebastian

American actress Jennifer Lawrence received the Premio Donostia 2025 Award in San Sebastian in recognition of her career, making her the youngest performer to receive it. Her presence crowned this year's edition marked by protests and speeches in support of Palestine.

27/09/2025

Culture news

Untold tales from the first zeppelin trip around the world

The project aims to make readers experience the 1929 adventure through the testimony of one of its passengers and images of the golden age of zeppelins.

27/09/2025

Culture news

The Rolling Stones face plagiarism case over 'Living in a Ghost Town'

The leader of Spanish band Angelslang, Sergio García Fernández, claims the Rolling Stones plagiarised two of his tracks to make 'Living in a Ghost Town', a song released during the pandemic. The case is now before a Madrid court.

26/09/2025

Travel News

We took a journey through Spanish history at Puy du Fou

Enjoy an unforgettable day on a journey through time in a natural setting just a few kilometres from Toledo.

25/09/2025

wellbeing

This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why

Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.

25/09/2025

Spain

Italy and Spain deploy navy ships to assist Gaza aid flotilla

The announcements by Rome and Madrid to deploy navy vessels to assist and protect the flotilla come after activists reported several attacks on its ships overnight on Tuesday.

25/09/2025

Mobility

Madrid tests first driverless bus 'made in Spain'

The Spanish capital has unveiled its first autonomous bus with passengers in Casa de Campo.

25/09/2025

Spain

Spanish military plane hit by GPS 'disturbance' over Russian enclave

Spain's Defence Minister Margarita Robles was on the military jet, which reported GPS interference while flying over the Russian Kaliningrad enclave.

24/09/2025

Design

Barcelona's Sagrada Família reveals Gaudí' centenary celebrations

The basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona will reach 172 metres with the completion of the tower of Jesus Christ, scheduled for late 2025 or early 2026, surpassing the cathedral of Ulm in Germany.

22/09/2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Which country is the safest in Europe?

European countries are often touted as some of the safest in the world, and various rankings indeed consistently place them at the top of the list.

22/09/2025

Travel News

As Ryanair cuts Spain flights, rivals add more seats for winter travel

Ryanair has so far cut nearly two million flights to Spain in 2025.

18/09/2025

Spain

Spanish police arrest Camorra-linked gang leader over drug trafficking

The detainee, whose identity has not been disclosed, is accused of belonging to a criminal organisation from the Marano area of Naples.

18/09/2025

EuroVerify

Did Pedro Sánchez incite pro-Palestine protesters to stop La Vuelta?

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing criticism from opposition leaders who accuse him of inciting the pro-Palestinian protests that disrupted and ultimately cancelled the final stage of La Vuelta a España cycling race.

18/09/2025

Experiences

Pilgrims turn Santiago de Compostela into overtourism flashpoint

The visitor boom has been turbocharged by social media and experience-driven travel after the coronavirus pandemic.

17/09/2025

Spain

Spain had hottest summer on record in 2025, weather agency says

Europe has been warming twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service.

16/09/2025