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Maria Branyas Morera, world's oldest person, dies at age 117

Branyas was listed by the Gerontology Research Group as the oldest known person in the world after the death of French nun Lucile Randon last year.

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Manhunt underway in Spain for masked man who stabbed child to death

As their town goes into mourning, the deceased boy's family say they have no suspicions as to who may have killed him.

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Lamine Yamal's father stabbed 'multiple times' in car park assault

At least three people have been arrested on charges of attempted murder.

Business

Carlsberg sees 'fake' Spanish lager brewed in UK gulping into profits

A number of firms brand their beer as Spanish or Italian even though the products are brewed in the UK.

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Culture news

Pedro Almodóvar to receive career achievement award at San Sebastián

The Spanish director will receive a lifetime achievement award at the festival in Spain next month.

Culture news

Katy Perry under investigation in Spain over environmental damage

The Environment Department of the Balearic Islands states that an investigation is to take place to determine whether filming of Katy Perry's 'Lifetimes' video caused environmental damage to the protected dunes of S’Espalmador.

Europe News

EU Parliament's Jaume Duch named minister in new Catalan government

Duch will leave the European Parliament's spokesperson service to serve as regional minister for the European Union and external policy.

Europe News

Socialist Salvador Illa sworn-in as new Catalonia president

Salvador Illa's appointment comes as the region's former controversial leader Carles Puigdemont returned to his home state from exile.

Spain

Puigdemont back Belgium after evading Spanish police

Carles Puigdemont, the Catalan separatist leader, has evaded Spanish police and is now back Waterloo, Belgium.

Europe News

Paris Olympics: Spain win football gold after beating hosts France 5-3

Spain's men take gold after 5-3 win against France in Olympic men's football final.

Climate

Madrid launches new initiative to keep people entertained in the heat

"Take Shelter in Culture" has been set up by Madrid's city council, and is aimed at tourists and locals alike.

Spain

What's behind Carles Puigdemont's seven-year exile?

A wildcat referendum on independence and stories of dubious Russian connections saw the Catalan leader flee the country. Now, he's back — and elusive as ever.

Destinations

Here’s where to escape overtourism in Europe

Even in some of the most visited countries in the world, there are still unspoiled destinations to discover.

Climate

‘Hottest weekend of the year’: Italy and Spain brace for extreme heat

A weather system that has moved up from Africa is causing prolonged extreme heat across Italy that will peak this weekend.

Europe News

Catalan separatist leader Puigdemont vows to sneak back into Spain

The former MEP faces immediate arrest if he returns to the country he fled in October 2017 to avoid prison, three days after the failed Catalan declaration of independence.

Europe News

Catalonia's separatist leader Carles Puigdemont to return to Spain

The former president of Catalonia and MEP faces immediate arrest if he returns to the country he fled in October 2017.

France

Alcaraz-Djokovic clash for Olympic gold: Head-to-head record and odds

Head-to-head record and everything else to know about the Djokovic-Alcaraz game beginning at 12.00 on Sunday, the latest instalment of a fascinating old-vs-mature rivalry.

Europe News

'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.

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