SPAIN

May 03 2026HEALTH

Healthy habits in college: what Spanish students really do in their free time

University life doesn’t just mean late-night study sessions and endless coffee. For many Spanish students, it’s also a time when daily habits start to take shape—some good, some not so great. A fresh study looked at how these young adults actually spend their time outside classes, using a detailed q

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

France’s Far‑Right Pushes for New Border Rules, Blames Spain

The National Rally in France has promised to bring back strict border checks if it wins the next election. Its leader said that Spain’s plan to regularise many undocumented migrants could open a path for more people to enter Europe. The speech happened in Porto, Portugal, at an event hosted by the E

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Spain’s Leader Picks China Over U. S. Again—Is It Smart Trade or Risky Bet?

Spain’s prime minister is packing his bags for Beijing once more, marking his fourth trip to China in just a few years. While many European leaders follow America’s lead on China, he’s sticking to his own path, even when it clashes with U. S. President Trump. Spain sees China as a key partner for gr

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

Spain blocks US war planes from its skies

Spain has decided to shut its airspace to U. S. military aircraft that are part of strikes against Iran. This move follows earlier statements that Spain would not allow its bases to be used for the conflict. The restriction means U. S. jets must fly around Spain on their way to targets in the Middle

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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

Spain’s Housing Tax Plan Hits Political Roadblocks

Spain’s government wanted to slap a 100% tax on non-EU property buyers to cool off a red-hot housing market. The idea was simple: make it too expensive for outsiders to buy homes, so locals could compete again. But after a year of headlines and political speeches, the plan hasn’t even reached a vote

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Feb 26 2026HEALTH

Heat‑Wave Alerts Get Smarter, Save Lives

In Spain, 2025 was the hottest summer on record, beating 2022 by about one tenth of a degree. Yet, fewer people died from the heat—908 deaths less than in 2022. Researchers wondered if a tweak to how authorities warn about heat waves could explain this drop. They looked at each province’s year

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Spain's High-Speed Train Collision: A Look at the Facts

A tragic event unfolded in southern Spain late Sunday evening. A high-speed train derailed and crashed into another high-speed train in the province of Córdoba. This accident resulted in at least 39 fatalities and numerous injuries. It's important to note that this is the deadliest train crash in Sp

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Dec 04 2025RELIGION

Schools in Mallorca Adjust Curriculum to Include Islamic Studies

In a recent decision, the High Court of Justice of the Balearic Islands has ruled that Catholic schools in Mallorca must offer Islamic religion classes. This move comes after requests from Muslim families who wanted their children to learn about their faith within the school system. The ruling has

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Dec 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

The European Catfish: A Silent Invader in Spain's Waters

The European catfish, a massive freshwater fish from Eurasia, has quietly taken over parts of Spain. It first arrived in the Ebro River in 1974. People brought it there for fun fishing. But now, it's in seven big river systems. It's a problem because it's not from here. It spreads fast and takes ove

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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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