Crime
Two arrested over attempted theft of archaeological remains in Cartagena
Suspects allegedly tried to steal a 3rd-century BC amphora after entering site at night
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Pope's visit to Spain
Barcelona prisoners receive empathetic speech from Pope Leo XIV: 'Life's mistakes do not determine a person's identity'
During his visit to the Brians 1 prison, the Pope hugged several inmates and validated their capacity and desire to navigate the future despite their past
Darío Menor | -
Mexico
Four dead and 40 treated after drinking bootleg tequila
Horror at teen birthday party in Mexico with father and uncle of 15 year-old birthday girl among dead
Natalia Penza | -
Pope's visit in Spain
Pope Leo XIV speaks out against femicides in front of 40,000 people in Barcelona
At the prayer vigil he presided over at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, the supreme pontiff called for making mental health a "priority" of healthcare systems
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Spanish house price growth matches 2007 peak as pre-owned homes lead increase
Property values continued their upward trajectory in early 2026, while expectations of higher fixed-rate mortgage costs are forecast to place additional strain on affordability in the months ahead
Wendy Dávila |
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Employment
More than half of Spain's youth enter job market with permanent contracts
The labour reform has increased indefinite contracts by 40 per cent among those under 30, but reduced their average duration by 100 days
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Crime
Costa Blanca animal-beating perpetrator set to be deported after killing partner's cat
The court has ordered the individual's deportation to Colombia, with a five-year ban on entering Spain
Óscar Bartual Bardisa | -
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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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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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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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
Natalia Penza | -
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
Gerard Couzens |
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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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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
Ana Cantero |