Murcia grandmother wins court battle for contact rights with granddaughter despite father's objections
The woman will be allowed to live with the child on alternate weekends, in addition to certain holiday periods and weekly phone communications
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(SUR) Spain weather
Sharp weather turn in Spain: heavy storms, hail and a potential DANA on the way
A polar air mass will plunge northern temperatures under 20°C while the south approaches a scorching 40°C
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Pope at Congress: "Firmness does not require contempt; dissent does not entail humiliation".
Leo XIV defends "courageous diplomacy" and welcoming migrants before deputies and senators, but also stresses his opposition to abortion and euthanasia.
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Pope Leo XIV receives a standing ovation following his speech in the Congreso in Madrid. (EFE) Politics
Pope Leo XIV receives seven-minute standing ovation following his speech in the lower house
In his speech in Madrid, the Pope defended "courageous diplomacy" and the welcoming of migrants, while opposing abortion and euthanasia
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A previous demo in Palma. (AFP) Tourism
Anti-tourism protesters warn they plan to collapse Mallorca next month with historic turnout
Activists in the British holiday hotspot announce fresh demonstration in Palma as they claim the island is at its limit and has been turned into a theme park
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Archive photo. (EFE) Crime
Two British citizens arrested in Spain over execution-style shooting of UK man left paralysed in Costa attack
Spanish police detain a suspected gunman attempting to fly to Edinburgh and a woman arriving at Alicante airport following the attempted murder of a 27-year-old Briton in Murcia
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Bahia Park Algeciras. (ABC) Leisure
These are Spain's best water parks for summer 2026
We take a look at the various attractions and slides on offer in the country, suitable for the more adventurous, as well as for those who are looking for more peace and quiet or fun for the whole family
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EU flags in front of the European Commission headquarters in Brussels. (RC) Economy
Spain's economy keeps growing despite Europe's decline in Q1 due to Iran war
The eurozone and the EU GDP dropped by 0.2% and 01.%, respectively, while Spain's grew by 0.6% between January and March
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A group of young people at a party in Valencia. (Irene Marsilla) Alcohol consumption in Spain falls sharply with biggest decline among young people
Only one in three Spaniards drink regularly, and the prevalence among those aged 15 to 24 dropped from 43.8% in 2006 to 17.9% by 2023
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(JOSE JORDAN / AFP) Benidorm
British tourist arrested in Benidorm after attempting to drown woman and attacking a child
The 44-year-old suspect is currently undergoing a psychiatric evaluation at a hospital following the violent incident at Poniente Beach
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(Public domain) Disability
Lanzarote airport investigation after wheelchair user forgotten and misses flight to Bristol
The tourist had to spend the night on the Spanish island after she was left waiting in the special assistance area before a Ryanair flight
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(Ep) Spain weather
Meteorological agency warns of the arrival of heavy rain, although temperatures are set to rise again
Despite the return of summer-like conditions, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms will continue in northern areas of the mainland over the next few days
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The VW that has received 38 parking tickets in just a year. (LP) Valencia
Valencia motorist buys city's most expensive parking subscription with 38 fines in a year
A clueless driver treats a pedestrianised super-block as his private drive - and pays thousands to the council despite being entitled to a resident's permit
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The front of the Provincial Court of Madrid. (EP) Madrid teacher jailed for ten years over sexual assault of student who later took her own life
The court found that three other students were also subjected to sustained sexual abuse and inappropriate behaviour during the 2019-20 academic year
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Guardia Civil officer in Spain. Crime
Tenerife police arrest FBI-wanted fugitive for multi-million pyramid scheme that enjoyed renowned footballers' support
The suspect was staying at a hotel in the Canary Islands
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A Guardia Civil officer checking the dog's condition in Cantabria. (GC) Animal welfare
Elderly Spaniard under investigation for tying his dog to car bumber and dragging it
When witnesses confronted the man, he allegedly hit the dog several times before putting it inside the car
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(Nacho García) Wildfire
Spain wildfire: Army called in as 65-foot flames force evacuations in Murcia
Around 100 residents have fled their homes in Los Garres, Murcia, as 170 soldiers join the fight against the forest blaze
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The lorry involved in the accident was left lying on the median of the AP-8. (Morquecho) 112
Five police officers killed in horror lorry collision on northern Spain motorway
The fatal crash on the AP-8 in Gipuzkoa marks the province's deadliest road traffic accident of the century
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Defendant Jessie Marsson during the first session of the trial in Valencia for sexual assault on two minors. (I. Cabanes) Sexual assault
Valencia court tries Nazi paedophile for sexual assault on two underage boys
One of the victims said in court that he used to see the defendant "as a father", which is why he trusted him
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