Spain

The Cube

Does Spain's fake monkeypox victim highlight perils of social media?

As monkeypox cases continue to grow, some people with non-related skin conditions have been falsely accused of having the virus.

05/08/2022

Spain

'Verging on impossible': Sailor survives 16 hours in a capsized boat

A 62-year-old French man has survived for 16 hours in his capsized boat in the Atlantic Ocean, a feat the Spanish coastguard said was "verging on impossible".

04/08/2022

Spain

Controversy as Spain bans air conditioning from dropping below 27°C

It's part of measures to slash energy consumption and reduce dependency on Russian gas.

02/08/2022

Green News

Spain: Shops must keep doors shut and limit air con to save energy

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a new package of energy saving measures last week.

02/08/2022

The Cube

Beach body campaign slammed for using images without asking

A Spanish body image campaign which was widely praised has come under fire, after it was revealed that images of one model were used without their permission.

29/07/2022

Spain

New Spanish law aims to tackle food waste

Draft legislation to reduce food loss and waste in Spain is expected to come into force from January 2023.

29/07/2022

Culture Series

Why is this Basque farmer fighting to revive this colourful corn?

In the 1950s, the introduction of hybrid corn varieties made the traditional Basque corn virtually extinct. Now a group of farmers are reviving it.

29/07/2022

Travel News

Spain rules: Warning for Brits on new border requirements

The Spanish tourist office has hit back at criticism, explaining that tourists don’t need to worry.

29/07/2022

Spain

Barcelona prosecutors seek 8-year prison term for Shakira

Spanish prosecutors will ask a court to sentence Colombian pop star Shakira to eight years and two months in prison, if she is convicted in her expected trial for alleged tax fraud.

29/07/2022

Travel News

Every woman's body is a beach body, says new Spanish campaign

Spain’s government has a message for women who are uncomfortable about their bodies when they wear bathing costumes: Don’t be.

28/07/2022

Destinations

This staple of Mediterranean cuisine could disappear due to drought

The 'green gold' of Spain may not flow for much longer.

28/07/2022

Europe News

Energy poor in Spain struggle amid high inflation and heatwave

Euronews spoke with Monica Guiteras Blaya about the worsening energy crisis for those who can't afford to pay the bills.

27/07/2022

Spain

Shakira hits back at prosecutors over alleged €14.5m tax fraud case

The Colombian pop superstar has chosen to go to court over allegations she defrauded Spain's government of €14.5 million in taxes.

27/07/2022

Tech News

Life vest-dispensing drone saves drowning 14-year-old on Spanish beach

The devices, made by Valencia-based General Drones, have now been deployed on 22 beaches across Spain to assist human lifeguards.

25/07/2022

Green News

Tree-planting company sparks 17,000 hectare forest fire in Spain

The blaze was accidentally started by digging equipment as dry conditions have turned the region into a tinderbox.

25/07/2022

Climate

'Total destruction’ of Spanish vineyards puts future of wine at risk

Wildfires swept through Spain last week but what does it mean for region's wine producers?

23/07/2022

No Comment

Videos show the extent of the many forest fires in Spain.

Footage shot by citizens and firefighters has revealed the scale of the forest fires that have been ravaging Spain in recent days.

21/07/2022

Tech News

Europe's net zero industrial plant is coming to Spain

Plans for a green hydrogen generation plant and a wind power generation and smart wind turbine assembly plant are also underway.

21/07/2022

Spain

Three people killed during traditional bull runs in eastern Spain

Emergency services said the victims had all died during festivities in the Valencia region.

20/07/2022

Spain

'Only yes means yes': Spain approves new sexual consent law

The Spanish senate has green-lighted a new law that necessitates explicit consent in sexual relations.

19/07/2022

No Comment

Fires in Spain still continue, leaving two dead

In Spain, fire burning in the northwestern province of Zamora claimed the life of a 69-year-old shepherd, regional authorities said. On Sunday, a fireman died in the same area.

19/07/2022

Spain

'Shorter' women can join Spain's police force, says Supreme Court

Judges ruled that a minimum height requirement for female police officers in Spain is discriminatory.

18/07/2022

Spain

Four people shot and one stabbed after brawl at Spanish nightclub

The incident occurred early on Monday morning in Marbella, police said.

18/07/2022

Smart Regions

Discovering the Spanish Rio Tinto region's link with Mars

In partnership with the European Commission

The Rio Tinto mining park in Huelva Spain, is home to a unique touristic and educational initiative called "Mars on Earth". Established over 30 years ago as the leading industrial tourism destination in Spain, the mining park is perfect for space enthusiasts.

18/07/2022

Sport

Barcelona set to sign striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich

In Catalonia, the Polish forward will join Brazil international Raphinha, who was signed up last week for a sum of about €50 million.

17/07/2022

Spain

Two migrants including a child found dead off Spain's Canary Islands

Spanish authorities say the bodies were found on board an inflatable boat near Lanzarote.

15/07/2022