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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.

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.

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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.

No Comment

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.

Moments

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.

Moments

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.

Moments

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.

World News

Extreme weather warning remains in place for much of southern Europe

Greece, Croatia and Romania have all been experiencing severe heat — and it's set to continue.

Art

Pompidou Centre Malaga to stay open until 2034

The Andalusian outpost of France’s Pompidou Centre signed a new deal with the city of Malaga last week, allowing the space to stay in operation for another decade.

Economy

Corporate distress levels up in Germany but down in UK and France

Some of the most distressed sectors also continued to be retail, healthcare and property, especially burdened by the high cost of borrowing.

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