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Microsoft President on how AI is going to change life as we know it

In an interview with Euronews, Brad Smith, President of Microsoft suggests that if AI ‘is the most powerful technology in the world, shouldn't it have at least as much regulation as a carton of milk?’

28/02/2024

Spain

Storms cause traffic chaos and floods in Spain

The majority of regions in Spain were under orange alert for snowfall, as snow, wind and rain disrupted daily life.

28/02/2024

Tech News

MWC 2024: Here is a look at the mobile phones of the future

Bendy phones and satellite connections were among the innovations on display at Mobile World Congress this year.

27/02/2024

Green News

Tenerife declares drought emergency after extremely dry winter

Some areas have introduced water restrictions including a ban on filling swimming pools and using drinking water for irrigation.

27/02/2024

Travel News

You’ll soon have to pay to see one of Seville’s most iconic landmarks

The flamboyant plaza was originally built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exhibition and designed to showcase the best of Spain in its architecture and ceramics.

27/02/2024

People

Are these Spain’s best off the beaten track destinations?

Timon van Basten explored 40 countries before making Spain his home.

27/02/2024

Tech News

MWC 2024: Microsoft unveils new vision to open up its AI tech

Monday was a big day for announcements from tech giant Microsoft, unveiling new guiding principles for AI governance and a multi-year deal with Mistral AI.

26/02/2024

Tech News

The eye-catching gadgets turning heads at Mobile World Congress so far

Here's a look at some of the neat gadgets that are on display at this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

26/02/2024

Green News

Spain bans short-haul flights where you can take a train

It isn’t yet known how many flights will actually be impacted by restrictions.

23/02/2024

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WATCH: Spanish firefighters tackle buildings on fire in Valencia

City authorities said four people are known to have died and rescue crews are searching for 14 people who are missing.

23/02/2024

Spain

At least 10 people dead in Valencia high-rise fire

Four of those who died were members of the same family: the mother, the father, a three-year-old girl, and a baby, El Pais reported.

23/02/2024

Spain

Spanish authorities arrest human trafficking ring, freeing 21 victims

Leaders of the criminal network will face charges of human trafficking for labour exploitation, forgery and identity theft.

22/02/2024

Spain

Brazil's football star Dani Alves found guilty of rape and jailed

The 40-year-old Brazilian football player denied any wrongdoing during the three-day trial this month.

22/02/2024

Business

Money does grow on trees: Countryside a booming business for many

While farmers across Europe protest high costs and foreign competition, agribusiness investors continue to fortify their positions in the Spanish and European agricultural sector.

22/02/2024

Spain

Farmers descend on Madrid for major tractor protest over EU policies

Wednesday's demonstration is the biggest to take place in the Spanish capital after more than two weeks of action.

21/02/2024

Health news

Spanish priest arrested by police for trafficking Viagra

The clergyman's diocese has expressed regret at his alleged actions. As well as Viagra, the priest was found to have other aphrodisiac substances.

21/02/2024

Green News

Barcelona looks for 'exceptional solutions' to recurring drought

Critics say unusual solutions doen't solve long-term water management problems.

21/02/2024

Art

Madrid exhibition explores Chagall's journey through war and exile

Through more than 160 paintings, letters, and documents, a new exhibition at the Mapfre Foundation in Madrid explores the life and legacy of Belarusian and French artist Marc Chagall.

21/02/2024

Spain

Russian who defected on army helicopter shot dead in Spain

Kuzminov's escape and cooperation with Ukrainian intelligence was widely publicised.

20/02/2024

Business

Santander woos investors with dividend hike and share buyback scheme

Investors have previously aired concerns about the Spanish bank having operations across a number of countries throughout the world.

19/02/2024

Spain

Spain's conservatives win regional elections

People’s Party of Galicia won the elections on Sunday in the region, maintaining the absolute majority it has held in parliament since 2009.

19/02/2024

Culture news

Archaeologists plan to restore this stunning ancient Egyptian coffin

The ancient Egyptian sarcophagus, dating back over 3,000 years, is adorned with intricate hieroglyphs and vibrant polychrome paintings depicting the priestess of Amun, Ruru.

16/02/2024

Art

The best pop art lands in Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum

A new exhibition dedicated to pop art has just opened its doors at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, in northern Spain.

16/02/2024

Culture news

Why is Spain setting up a unit against gender violence in culture?

The idea comes weeks after allegations were made against Spanish film-makers Carlos Vermut and Armando Ravelo. Vermut was accused of sexual violence and Ravelo of making sexual advances to a minor.

16/02/2024

Experiences

This European country helps pay for its pensioners' holidays

Even expats can benefit from the bonus.

15/02/2024

Climate

Spanish citizens feel ‘abandoned’ after 10 months without clean water

Andalucía residents are afraid to wash their children with the tap water, and say even dogs refuse to drink it.

15/02/2024