SPAIN

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 that safety is not up to par when bikes and cars share the same space...

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Glaucoma Surgery Trends: A Look at Ahmed Valve Use in Spain

Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss. One way to manage it is by using a device called the Ahmed glaucoma valve (AGV). This tool has been around for a while, but how often is it being used lately? And for what types of glaucoma? A recent study looked at AGV use in Spain over the past 12 years, with a special focus on the last 5. The goal ...

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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 with the exemption. Spain is committed to spending 2. 1% of its GDP o...

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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, has some valid points. He argues that such a sharp rise in spending wo...

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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 la Fuente, has been leading the team with a remarkable record of jus...

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May 29 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Fingerprint Reveals Neanderthal's Artistic Side

A small red mark on a rock in Spain has sparked a lively debate among experts. This mark, which is about 43, 000 years old, is believed to be the oldest known human fingerprint. It was made by a Neanderthal using the red mineral ocher. This discovery challenges the common belief that Neanderthals were not capable of creating symbolic art. The rock, which looks like a...

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May 28 2025POLITICS

A Shocking Murder in Madrid

A former Ukrainian politician with strong ties to Russia was gunned down in broad daylight. This happened outside a school in Madrid, Spain. A man named Andriy Portnov was shot multiple times in the back and head. The attack took place right after he dropped off his kids at the American School of Madrid. Portnov was a key figure in Ukraine's political scene until he ...

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May 27 2025SCIENCE

A Fingerprint From the Past

In Spain, a rock with a fingerprint and a red dot has sparked excitement among scientists. This rock, found in a shelter, is believed to be around 43, 000 years old. The red dot is thought to be a nose, making the rock look like a human face. This discovery raises questions about the artistic abilities of Neanderthals. The rock was found in a shelter in Segovia. It ...

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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 were turned into tourist rentals. This made it hard for locals to find a...

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May 13 2025HEALTH

Sheep Farms in Spain Face Hidden Threat

The Mediterranean region in Europe is seeing a rise in a disease called ovine anaplasmosis. This illness is caused by a tiny bacterium named Anaplasma ovis. The main way it spreads is through ticks. However, there is not enough information about how widespread this disease is across Europe. A recent investigation focused on sheep farms in Aragón, Spain. The goal was...

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