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Could Spain's new far-right party split the movement?

After internal disputes, Macarena Olona left Spain's far-right Vox party to lead a new one. Analysts describe her as having 'a thirst for revenge'.

Spain

Spain kicks off six-month presidency of the EU Council

Spain has taken over the rotating presidency of the EU Council, with a promise to focus on the green transition and social justice.

World News

Take a look at Europe's new LGBT+ retirement communities

New communities for senior LGBTQ+ people are cropping up across Europe. Their aim? To create safe spaces which fight against social marginalisation.

Spain

Freed after 15 years for rapes committed by his 'fake twin' in Spain

Ahmed Toummouhi was arrested in 1991 accused of committing several rapes he did not commit. The actual rapist is a Spaniard who looks a lot like him.

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Destinations

Italy, Greece, Spain: How to beat the heat in top holiday spots

How hot is it in popular holiday spots and how can you beat the heat?

Spain

6.5 tonnes of cocaine found hidden in bananas in Spain

The leader of the criminal network behind the bust is considered to be one of Spain’s biggest drug traffickers.

Destinations

Travel Fever: Europe heats up as US travellers flock to the continent

US travellers are flocking to Europe but where are the most popular spots and what can they expect this summer?

Destinations

Where are Europe’s most affordable beach holidays?

The top ten ranking features three seaside destinations in Turkey, including the number one spot.

Spain

Feminism and LGBTQ+ flag trashed: Spain's Vox removes offensive banner

Following a complaint made by the Socialist Party, the Spanish far-right Vox party has removed the controversial banner.

Spain

Spanish PM says 'biggest mistake' of his government is new rape law

Since last October, when the new law came into force, 943 sex offenders have seen their jail sentence reduced.

Mobility

The hydrogen jet that can fly from Paris to New York in 1.5 hours

Designs for a new hydrogen-powered jet could begin a new era of hypersonic flight that would cut journey times around the globe by air to a few hours.

Spain

'Really?': Shock as British mayor starts governing Mallorca town

Candidate for the regionalist party Més per Mallorca (More for Mallorca) Richard Thompson has been appointed as the new mayor of Sant Joan, in the centre of the island.

Football Now

Women's World Cup 2023: Who are the main contenders?

In partnership with Media City

There is just one month to go until one of football’s biggest competitions kicks-off, but who could win it in Oceania this summer? In partnership with Media City Qatar.

Destinations

Take the train to these 5 beaches in Europe

Italy, France, Spain and the UK all have coastlines on a rail network.

Green News

Drought-stricken wetlands in Spain endanger wildlife

From October 2022 to April 2023, the country’s rainfall was 24 per cent below the average for this period of the year.

Experiences

Celebrate the summer solstice at these joyous, fire-filled festivals

Put on your flower crown for these midsummer solstice celebrations in Europe

Experiences

Living the high life: Europe’s best hotels offering CBD spa treatments

From Ibiza to the Algarve, these spas are offering cannabis-derived CBD treatments.

Travel News

Has the loss of Russian tourism dealt Europe a crippling blow?

Flush Russian tourists are now a thing of the past in Europe, forcing countries to adapt.

Spain

Leaders discuss democracy, security and geopolitical risk at Concordia

The one-and-a-half-day high-level closed-door summit takes place just before Spain begins its six-month takeover of the EU presidency.

Culture news

Barcelona dreaming: Sonar Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary

When it started in 1994, only 6,000 people turned up to see a series of concerts spread between an art museum and a dance hall in Barcelona. At that time, email hardly existed in Spain, let alone big electronic music festivals...