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How the Canary Islands became Europe's latest migrant hotbed

More migrants arrived in the first two weeks of November - 5,275 - than in the last four years combined. And more than 250 people are known to have died or gone missing trying to reach the islands so far this year, according to the IOM.

Spain

At least seven people die after boat hits rocks near Lanzarote

Spanish rescue services said at least seven people died after the migrant boat crashed near Lanzarote, on a night when more than 300 people were rescued in other boats.

Spain

Spain's King Felipe VI self-isolating after COVID-19 contact

Spain's King Felipe VI will self-isolate for ten days after coming into close contact with someone who later tested positive for the coronavirus, a Royal Palace source has said.

Spain

Canary Islands target Europe's growing numbers of remote workers

As winter kicks in, some flexible workers are looking to ditch often lonely and isolated home offices for warmer climes, something the Canary Islands want to cash in on following the impact of the coronavirus on its main source of income: tourism.

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Police use drones to monitor crowds at reopened Madrid flea market

The ancient and emblematic Rastro market opened its doors again on Sunday after an eight-month coronavirus-related shutdown.

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Spanish NGO eases poverty crisis by collecting millions of pesatas

The crisis created by the coronavirus pandemic will push over a million people into poverty acording to Oxfam. In Spain, food banks are serving 40% more people than last year. Now a charity is converting million worth of Spain's former currency into food for those who need it the most.

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Spain divides opinion with strategy to combat online disinformation

But media organisations and opposition political parties say the strategy could violate freedom of expression.

World

Polisario Front declares war on Morocco over Western Sahara region

A small part of Western Sahara is controlled by the self-proclaimed Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. Now their army broke a 29-year-old ceasefire, declaring war on Morocco.

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Brussels considers whether to lift Puigdemont's parliamentary immunity

Spain wants MEP Puigdemont's parliamentary immunity lifted so it can put him on trial over Catalonia's independence referendum in 2017.

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Migrant arrivals to the Canary Islands up tenfold on last year

Another 700 migrants were rescued and brought to the islands on Saturday, taking this year's total to more than 16,000.

Spain

Spain keeps arts venues open despite COVID-19 lockdown across Europe

As the second wave of coronavirus closes much of Europe down, Spain endeavours to keep its art galleries and museums open.

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Spain-bound travellers will soon need a negative COVID-19 test

Travelling to Spain soon? You're going to need a negative COVID-19 test

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Spanish dance schools protest coronavirus restrictions

"We hope authorities can see that dancing is healthy and it is what people need," said José Luís Vivar Vargas who teaches salsa and bachata.

World

Spain's Canary Islands sees 1,600 migrants arrive over one weekend

There has been a sharp increase in the number of West African migrants attempting to reach the Canary Islands in recent months.

Spain

Violent clashes in Barcelona after authorities introduce strict new lockdown restrictions

Chanting “freedom” and “this is theft” hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Barcelona to protest against tough new coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Spain

Spanish police arrest 21 people in raids on Catalan separatists

Spanish officials say that police have detained 21 people with links to the Catalan separatist movement on suspicion of corruption and promoting public disorder.

Spain

Public backlash in Spain after ministers attend awards ceremony

An awards ceremony hosted by a Spanish news website, El Español, and attended by several Government ministers and party leaders, has drawn widespread criticism in Spain.

Spain

Coronavirus: Spain begins curfews after declaring state of emergency

The government on Sunday declared a new state of emergency, as it continues to battle a resurgence of coronavirus cases.

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Spaniards turn to private COVID-19 tests amid delays at public centres

But if you haven't got €90-€160 for a private coronavirus test, getting one in the public system is becoming increasingly difficult.

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Exploring Valencia's abundant and special fruits and vegetables

In partnership with ICEX

In Valencia on Spain's Mediterranean coast, Here We Grow explores a garden with 400 varieties of citrus fruits and also the persimmon harvest. We discover the bountiful universe of Spain’s abundant and delicious fruits and vegetables.

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