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Euroviews. The death of writer Javier Marías robs Spain of an important voice

Writer and academic. Author of other realities, but also translator of other people's stories. Javier Marías hovered between both occupations throughout his life, and it was something he was proud to claim, but why was he denied the Nobel Prize for Literature?

14/09/2022

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Catalan separatists hold rally as movement frays

Hundreds of Thousands of Catalan separatists held a rally in Barcelona.

12/09/2022

My Europe Series

'If I want a shower, I boil a kettle': Spain strife over soaring bills

In just two years, the average household electricity bill has gone up from €780 a year to €1,371, according to the Spanish consumer organisation OCU.

07/09/2022

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Man jailed in Spain for driving teenager to suicide on WhatsApp

On the day of the boy's death, the suspect had sent him more than 100 messages.

07/09/2022

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Heating restrictions leave Spanish bar owners cold

Spain aims to meet EU energy-saving targets with restrictions on heating and air conditioning. But bars and restaurants fear losing business as a result

05/09/2022

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Cargo ship leaks fuel near Gibraltar sparking environmental concerns

The ship stored 215 tons of heavy fuel oil, 250 tons of diesel and 27 tons of lubricating oil, say Spanish media

01/09/2022

Climate

Will climate change make hail storms more severe?

Giant hailstones rained down on Catalonia this week, shattering car windows and injuring dozens. Climate change could make these events more common.

01/09/2022

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Heavy hail storms in Spain

Heavy hailstorms took place in Spain's northeastern region of Catalonia on Wednesday, including in Barcelona.

01/09/2022

Nature

Police investigate ‘mega-party’ held in endangered Spanish lagoon

A group of around 100 boats reportedly gathered in the specially protected area for a concert.

01/09/2022

Business Series

Cheese, sausage, and salt from the Balearic Islands

In partnership with ICEX

Euronews travels to Majorca and Minorca to discover some of the specialities found on this Mediterranean archipelago where, over time, many different cultures have made their mark on the local cuisine.

01/09/2022

Europe News

Spain to cut VAT on gas to help with soaring prices

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says the measure will come into force from October until December but could be extended.

01/09/2022

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Spain violated political rights of former Catalan leaders, says UN

Four Catalan regional leaders were removed from office before being prosecuted for their roles in the October 2017 independence referendum.

31/08/2022

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Baby dies in Spain after being hit by giant hailstone in rare storm

The 20-month-old girl was killed while with her parents in the town of La Bisbal d’Empordà.

31/08/2022

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La Tomatina

Six trucks distributed 130 tons of tomatoes

31/08/2022

Travel News

Spain: National parks impose caps to control hordes of tourists 

Spain is the second-most visited country in the world - but huge visitor numbers are taking their toll on some of its most beautiful spots.

30/08/2022

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Police recover bodies of seven suspected migrants off Spanish coast

In the first six months of the year, 978 migrants died or disappeared at sea trying to reach Spain, according to the NGO Caminando Fronteras.

30/08/2022

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Maradona's 1986 World Cup final jersey back in Argentine hands

Argentina fans rejoiced as one of national hero Diego Maradona's iconic jerseys was "returned" to them during a ceremony in Madrid's Argentinian embassy.

26/08/2022

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MPs in Spain approve 'only yes means yes' law on sexual consent

The bill means that survivors of rape no longer need to prove they suffered violence or were intimidated.

26/08/2022

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Paralysed gunman dies after court allows his request for euthanasia

The man had begged for the right to die but victims of the shooting had argued that he should face justice.

24/08/2022

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Spain introduced video surveillance in slaughterhouses, an EU first

Large butcheries have one year to implement the new standard, with smaller operations granted two years, the government said whilst introducing the measure on Tuesday.

23/08/2022

Ocean

Traditional fishing and aquaculture: in harmony with nature

In partnership with the European Commission

Professional fishers and fish farmers in parts of Spain and the Czech Republic are going about their business in a way that is both eco-friendly and able to earn them a living.

23/08/2022

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Car stuck in metro station in Madrid

A stolen car got stuck in the stairs of a Madrid metro station

23/08/2022

Climate

'Spanish Stonehenge' emerges from drought-hit dam

Spains worst drought in decades has led to the emergence of a prehistoric stone circle in a dam whose waterline has receded.

19/08/2022

Nature

The magical bird photos inspiring dancers, architects and scientists

10 years since starting his celebrated ‘Ornithographies’, Xavi Bou discusses the impact of climate change on bird migrations.

19/08/2022

Spain

Firefighters and train passengers hurt in Valencia region wildfires

Three firefighters were injured on Wednesday north of Valencia city, the day after a train driver took evasive action to avoid the flames. 10 passengers were hurt in the panic.

17/08/2022

Travel News

Barcelona thief caught on camera as city cracks down on pickpockets

The Catalonian capital announced a plan to tackle pickpockets back in May. But is it working?

17/08/2022