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Dec 01 2025BUSINESS

Spain's Pork Exports at Risk as Swine Fever Spreads

Spain is in a tough spot. The country, known for being the biggest pork producer in the European Union, is facing a big problem. African swine fever is spreading among wild boars near Barcelona. This disease doesn't hurt humans, but it's a big deal for pigs and wild boars. It spreads quickly and can

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Mapping the Gaps: How Portugal's Elderly Are Left Behind

Portugal is getting older, and its cities are getting bigger. This mix is causing problems for elderly people trying to get the help they need. A recent study looked at where social services are and where older adults actually live. It found that big cities like Lisbon, Porto, and Faro have a lot of

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Spain's Balearic Islands Face Rising Migrant Numbers

Spain's Balearic Islands are seeing a lot more migrants arriving by boat. In just two days, 19 boats brought around 360 people to the islands. This is part of a bigger trend. More people are taking the Western Mediterranean route to Europe. This route goes from Algeria to Spain. It's become the fast

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Spain Honors Those Hurt by Franco's Rule

Spain's current leaders recently honored those affected by the country's civil war and the long rule of General Francisco Franco. This event happened just before the 50th anniversary of Franco's death. Franco took control in 1936 after a coup against the elected government. This led to a war that l

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Jul 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Riding into the Future: Can Spain Balance Bikes and Cars?

Spain is witnessing a growing number of cyclists, but is the infrastructure ready for this change? This is a hot topic, and the main concern is whether bikes and cars can coexist safely on the roads. Looking at the facts, a recent study looked at 50 areas in Spain over ten years. The findings show

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Jun 23 2025POLITICS

Spain's Defense Spending: A Strategic Shift

Spain has secured an agreement with NATO, allowing it to avoid the 5% of GDP defense spending target. This news emerged just before the upcoming NATO summit. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced this development. He emphasized that Spain's role and influence within NATO would remain strong, even w

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Jun 20 2025POLITICS

NATO's Big Spend: Spain Says No to Trump's Defense Boost

Spain has thrown a wrench into NATO's plans by refusing to boost its defense spending to 5% of its GDP. This decision comes just days before a crucial NATO summit in the Netherlands, where U. S. President Trump has been pushing for this significant increase. Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, h

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Jun 06 2025SPORTS

Spain's Young Guns Shine in Nations League Thriller

Spain's young football stars showed the world what they're made of in a thrilling 5-4 victory over France. This match was a true test of skill and endurance, with both teams giving it their all. The game took place at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart, Germany, on a Thursday evening. Spain's coach, Luis de

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Spain's Housing Crisis Forces Airbnb to Remove Thousands of Listings

Spain's housing market is in a tough spot. The government recently told Airbnb to take down almost 66, 000 rental listings. This move is part of a bigger effort to fix the housing crisis. The crisis is so bad that it's one of the worst in Europe. The problem started when too many properties wer

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May 19 2025POLITICS

Portugal's Political Shake-Up: A New Force Emerges

Portugal is in the middle of a political storm. The country just had its third election in three years. The outcome? Another minority government and a big win for the far-right party, Chega. The center-right Democratic Alliance, led by the Social Democratic Party, won the most seats. But 89 out of

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