Category: Spain
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La Tomatina 2025: A Spectacle of Joy and Tomatoes in Buñol, Spain
Local sources from Spain: EL PAÍS, Diario AS. UK coverage: BBC. The town of Buñol in Valencia, Spain, became a vibrant canvas of red as the 80th La Tomatina festival unfolded with an explosion of color, laughter, and thousands of flying tomatoes. This unique event, deeply entrenched in local tradition…
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Salmonella Outbreak Strikes Over 100 Guests at Spanish Hotel
Local sources from Spain: El Mundo, ABC. UK coverage: Metro.co.uk. A significant health scare unfolded at the four-star Izan Cavanna Hotel in La Manga, Spain, following a suspected salmonella outbreak that has affected over 100 tourists, including vulnerable guests such as a 15-month-old baby and seven other children. Symptoms reported…
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Venomous Blue Dragons Spur Beach Closures Along Spain’s Costa Blanca
Local sources from Spain: El Mundo, Levante-EMV. UK coverage: Majorca Daily Bulletin. A series of unusual and concerning sightings have prompted the temporary closure of several beaches along the Costa Blanca, near Torrevieja and in Guardamar del Segura, Alicante, following the discovery of the venomous sea slug known as the…
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Venomous Blue Dragons Prompt Beach Closures in Alicante
Local sources from Spain: Levante-EMV, El Mundo. UK coverage: The Independent. Beachgoers in Alicante have been greeted with red flags and closure signs, following the discovery of venomous sea creatures along the coast of Guardamar del Segura. The culprits behind the closures are small, yet dangerous mollusks known as blue…
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Spain Mobilizes an Unprecedented Military Response to Combat Wildfires Amid EU Support Requests
Local sources from Spain: Euronews.com, Infodefensa. UK coverage: Financial Times. As Spain grapples with devastating wildfires, the country is witnessing an unparalleled mobilization of its military forces in an effort to combat the escalating crisis. In a significant announcement, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared the deployment of an additional…
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Spain Battles Unprecedented Wildfires Amid Climate Crisis
Local sources from Spain: El Mundo, RTVE.es. UK coverage: The Guardian. Spain is currently facing an unparalleled challenge as wildfires rage across various regions, marking a severe episode in the nation’s struggle against the impacts of climate change. The situation has prompted a nationwide reflection on the urgent need for…
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Wildfires Ravage Southern Europe: A National Emergency Declared in Spain
Local sources from Spain: EL PAÍS, RTVE.es. UK coverage: The Telegraph. Spain finds itself grappling with a national emergency as severe wildfires, exacerbated by an unprecedented heatwave, sweep across the southern regions of Europe. The Spanish government has been compelled to deploy over a thousand soldiers in an effort to…
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Tensions Escalate in Southern Spain Amid Anti-Migrant Riots
Local sources from Spain: RFI, France 24. UK coverage: BBC. In a disturbing turn of events, the town of Torre Pacheco in southern Spain has become the epicenter of violent anti-migrant riots, leading to the arrest of fourteen individuals thus far. The unrest, fueled by far-right rhetoric, saw the involvement…
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Severe Flooding and the Rise of Dark Tourism: Spain’s Week of Extremes
Local sources from Spain: Infobae, Viajes National Geographic. UK coverage: Daily Express. This week, Spain has been a focal point of extreme weather conditions and intriguing cultural phenomena. The province of Zaragoza experienced severe flooding after torrential rainfall, causing chaos in a popular holiday region. Over 300 school children and…
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Europe Battles Record Heatwave Amid Global Climate Extremes
Local sources from Spain: EL PAÍS, Infobae. UK coverage: The Guardian. As Europe grapples with an unprecedented heatwave, personal stories are emerging that highlight the human toll of this extreme weather phenomenon. From a Turkish taxi driver fighting wildfires to an Italian chef enduring sweltering kitchen temperatures, and a homeless…
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Spain and Brazil Spearhead Initiative to Tax the Super-Rich at UN Conference
Local sources from Spain: El Economista, El Nacional.cat. UK coverage: UN News. In a bold move aimed at tackling global inequality, Spain and Brazil have presented a groundbreaking proposal at the UN’s 4th International Conference on Financing for Development in Sevilla, Spain, to implement a global tax on the super-rich.…
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A Vacation Nightmare: Mother Fights for Life After Mosquito Bite Complications in Tenerife
Local sources from Spain: La i Noticias, El Heraldo de México. UK coverage: Daily Mail. In a harrowing turn of events on what was meant to be a leisurely family vacation, 42-year-old Emma Hickey is now fighting for her life in a Tenerife hospital following a severe reaction to mosquito…
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Europe Gripped by Scorching Heatwave: A Call to Action Amidst Rising Temperatures
Local sources from Spain: BBC, BBC. UK coverage: Euronews. Southern Europe is currently in the throes of a severe heatwave, with temperatures skyrocketing above the 40°C mark across Italy, Spain, Greece, and several other nations, leading to widespread health alerts and warnings of potential wildfires. This unprecedented rise in mercury…
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Exploring the Complex Tapestry of Tourism in Spain: From Disenchanted Visitors to Economic Opportunities
Local sources from Spain: Infobae, El Español. UK coverage: Daily Express. Recent discussions surrounding tourism in Spain have brought to light the multifaceted experiences of international travelers and the significant economic impact of such visits on the country. A viral TikTok video by a traveler named Dannii detailing her less-than-ideal…
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Global Spotlight on Mallorca and Barcelona Amidst Mass Tourism Protests
Local sources from Spain: The New York Times, ABC. UK coverage: Majorca Daily Bulletin. In recent developments that have captivated international audiences, both Mallorca and Barcelona have emerged as focal points in the escalating debate over mass tourism and its repercussions on local communities and environments. As an island known…
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Spain’s April Blackout: Technical Failures, Not Cyberattack, to Blame
Local sources from Spain: CNN en Español, KCH FM. UK coverage: Financial Times. In an important update following the widespread blackout that affected Spain and Portugal in April, leaving millions without electricity, the Spanish government has now clarified the causes behind this major disruption. According to reports from CNN en…
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Southern Europe Cities Protest Against ‘Touristification’
Local sources from Spain: El Mundo, The New York Times. UK coverage: The Guardian. In a significant display of discontent, thousands have taken to the streets across several cities in southern Europe, voicing their concerns over the growing trend of ‘touristification’ that is reshaping their communities. From the vibrant alleys…
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Majorca to Slash Sun Lounger Numbers Amid Anti-Tourism Sentiment
Local sources from Spain: Ultima Hora, Diario de Mallorca. UK coverage: The Telegraph. In a move that’s stirring both controversy and applause, the island of Majorca has announced plans to significantly reduce the number of sun loungers available on its beaches, a decision that has echoed similar sentiments in other…
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Former Ukrainian Political Advisor Andriy Portnov Assassinated in Madrid
Local sources from Spain: BBC, France 24. UK coverage: The Independent. In a chilling incident that has captured the world’s attention, Andriy Portnov, a key aide to Ukraine’s ousted president Viktor Yanukovych, was shot dead in front of an American school in Madrid, Spain, marking a dramatic escalation in politically…
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Catalonia Lifts Lockdown After Toxic Chlorine Cloud Incident
Local sources from Spain: Cadena SER, RTVE.es. UK coverage: London Evening Standard. In a swift response to an unprecedented environmental emergency, Catalonia has officially lifted the lockdown imposed on five municipalities in the regions of Barcelona and Tarragona. This decision came after a toxic cloud, emanating from a fire at…
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