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'Supercell' tornado spotted in eastern Spain

Supercell tornados are characterised by a rotating updraft.

Europe News

Balkans battle wildfires from prolonged heatwave in Europe

Experts say it's time to act to avoid more climate-based disasters across Europe and urge European leaders to address the concerning trends in weather across the continent.

Climate

Will Europe’s heatwaves continue throughout August?

Spain's weather agency has warned that temperatures could be higher than normal until October.

France

Spain to cede territory to France in biannual handover

The day of the handover, which happens twice a year, is one of the rare occasions visitors are allowed to visit this 200-metre-long island, one of only a handful of condominiums in the world.

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Green News

EU court finds Spanish region unlawful in allowing wolf hunting

The strictly protected status of European wolves has been confirmed in two judgments by the EU Court of Justice in Luxembourg this month, but the political right is looking to open up the growing population to hunting.

Green News

EU approves huge state subsidy for Spanish green hydrogen production

Spain's ambition to become a key producer of 'green' hydrogen - seen as a key part of the Europe's transition away from fossil fuels - has moved a step closer to reality with approval EU of substantial state aid.

Economy

Spain's unemployment rate continues to fall as tourism boosts economy

Spain's unemployment rate continues its downward trend, boosted by tourism and robust GDP growth.

World News

Denmark and Spain suffer under chaotic weather

Authorities and experts agree that climate change is behind the rise in temperatures that is also feeding prolonged droughts and wildfires.

Football Now

Euro 2024 Review: Spain crowned continental champions

In partnership with Media City

'Los Rojos' are champions of Europe for a record fourth time, winning every match and unearthing football's next young superstar along the way.

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WATCH: Spain cools down after second summer heatwave

A brief "thermal relief" is expected to begin this Thursday, but it will only serve as preparation for the third heat wave soon.

Experiences

Spain, Italy, Germany: Who’s travelling to Paris for the Olympics?

Plus the cheapest days for flights if you want to book a last minute trip.

Travel News

Barcelona tourists say they still feel welcome in the city

The city's mayor has vowed to rid the Catalan capital of its 10,000 tourist apartment licences in the next five years.

Europe News

Thousands in Mallorca demand 'less tourism, more life'

Organisers of the march say uncontrolled tourist numbers are causing a drop in wages, loss of quality of life and an increase in the price of housing.

Europe News

Spanish police arrest five people and seize 1,000 marijuana plants

The police have dismantled a criminal network dedicated to sending marijuana to Gerrmany through parcel companies.

Experiences

This hike is a quieter alternative to the Camino de Santiago

2024 is a Jubilee year for Caravaca de la Cruz - which only comes around every seven years - so there are additional events and attractions to boot.

Experiences

Rural villages in Europe are being revitalised by digital nomads

Missing a sense of community? Leave the city behind for one of Europe’s rural digital nomad hubs.

Europe News

More than 300 migrants arrive in Gran Canaria in under 24 hours

Spain's Interior Ministry says the number of migrants making the dangerous sea crossing from Africa to the Canary Islands jumped by 160% between January and July compared to the same period last year.

Europe News

Swathes of southern Europe bake as temperatures soar

Weather forecasters say a large mass of hot air is travelling across the Mediterranean from North Africa.

Culture news

Alfás del Pi film festival: Where stars are born

Alfás del Pi in Alicante is home to the largest Norwegian and British community in Spain. Thanks to them, the town's film festival is celebrating its 36th edition with the presence of great stars such as Luis Zahera or Malena Alterio and the former Culture Minister Máximo Huerta among others.

Green News

Here’s when Europe’s scorching heatwave is finally set to lift

‘Climate change is making these hot spells worse’, experts warn.