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Food and Drink

Olive oil becomes most stolen item from Spanish shops

The secret ingredient is crime. Olive oil has become the most shoplifted item from supermarkets in Spain.

Economy

Spain's economy is thriving: Why it's growing more than its EU rivals

The Spanish economy is thriving, with tourism, domestic spending, and investment set to continue propelling growth this year.

Destinations

Balmy temperatures & few tourists: A guide to Spain's shoulder season

New data has revealed the best Spanish places to visit from March to June.

Economy

Energy prices push Spanish inflation higher: Cause for ECB concern?

Year-on-year inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased by 3.2% in March, while core inflation, which excludes energy and unprocessed food, fell to 3.3% in Spain.

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Design

Architects hope to finally finish La Sagrada Familia by 2034

Plans for a stairway at the Sagrada Familia have sparked opposition due to the potential demolition of nearby housing and offices, affecting approximately 1,000 families and businesses.

Europe News

Spain, Ireland, Slovenia & Malta 'ready' to recognise Palestine

The leaders of Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Malta have announced they stand ready to recognise the State of Palestine as the “only way to achieve peace and security” in the war-ridden region.

Spain

Puigdemont eyes Catalan presidency 7 years after fleeing Spain

The former president has run in Catalonia's elections from abroad before, appearing at the top of his party's list in both 2017 and 2021.

Design

New Barcelona exhibition looks at US suburbs through a European lens

“Suburbia. Building the American Dream” at the Centre de Cultura Contemporania de Barcelona tackles the enduring legacy of a US urban planning model gone global.

World News

Ex-Brazil player Alves granted €1 million bail after rape conviction

A Spanish court has granted a €1 million bail to footballer Dani Alves while he appeals his rape conviction.

Art

These European festivities turn satire into a popular celebration

Before València's fallas burn, we take a look at this and other European celebrations that were born out of social criticism or revolts against established power.

Spain

Prison workers blockade facilites in Spain after colleague killed

Protestors are demanding better working conditions after a cook was killed in a Catalan detention centre last week.

Travel News

‘Stinking of tourist’: Why Málaga locals have had enough of visitors

Millions of holidaymakers visit the Costa de Sol and Málaga, one of its most popular destinations, every year, but now locals are saying enough is enough.

Health news

Spain considers providing free condoms to young people

The initiative comes amid a significant rise in sexually transmitted infections in Europe.

Business

Spanish stocks hit six-year high: Will summer keep up the momentum?

The Spanish stock market has surged to its highest point since January 2018. Despite historical summer volatility, positive economic indicators and attractive valuations suggest potential resilience ahead.

Economy

Ukraine slashes interest rates to 14.5%, Finnish inflation slides

Sweden and Spain also saw slowing inflation, helped by food and non-alcoholic beverage prices falling, as well as clothing and footwear prices.

Spain

Spain’s parliament approves amnesty for Catalonia's separatists

The approval of the contentious amnesty law comes a day after Catalonia's president Pere Aragones called for a snap election in May.

World News

Wintry weather hits south of Spain

Five provinces in the region of Andalucía are under alert for rain, snow, wind or rough sea conditions.

Culture news

Collectors find new ways to buy art

WhatsApp shopping has hit the art world.

Money

Spain puts temporary ban on Worldcoin scans over privacy concerns

Spain has put a temporary ban in place on Worldcoin eyeballs scans, citing concerns over privacy.

Destinations

Keen to travel this Easter? Here are Europe’s trending destinations

As the Easter holidays fast approach, travel company Expedia has the inside scoop on the most popular trips to take this spring.