Felipe & The Sword Of The Liberator
The recent eye raising incident of King Felipe not standing during a part of the inauguration ceremony when the sword
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New Spanish Study Shows Breastfeeding For Longer Could Stave Off Obesity
Breastfeeding for longer could reduce the risks of of infants developing obesity later in life, a new study has revealed.
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The Biggest Industries In Spain
The Spanish economy is one of the largest in the world, with an overall Gross Domestic Product that stands at
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Madrid Determined To Keep Lights On As Government Energy Saving Introduced
The Spanish government’s controversial energy saving measures which come into force today, 10th August, is raising temperatures as a heated
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Spanish Scientists Claim Deep Space Flash Is Massive Star Explosion
Spanish scientists have discovered an ultra-bright phenomenon in the distant universe that could have come from a star destroyed by
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Atletico Madrid Demonstrates Digital Asset Benefits
Atletico Madrid has recently raised the bar in fan engagement by allowing supporters to play on their hallowed turf at
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Civil Guards Rescue Injured Imperial Eagle In El Escorial
The Royal Monastery and Palace of El Escorial was the scene of an unusual occurrence last week as one of
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Passersby Help Themselves To Looted ATM Cash On Madrid Street
This is the moment when passersby cash in on a gang’s botched bank ATM raid and grab handfuls of notes
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Felipe Applauds 40th Kings Cup Sailing Regatta Finale
King Felipe has been giving out the winning prizes this weekend at the conclusion of the 40th Kings Cup Saling
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Another Goring Victim As Bull Running Fiestas Take A Heavy Toll
Another daredevil bullrunner had a terrifying close call when his manhood was almost speared by a raging beast’s horns. Miguel
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Thousands Lose Out In Medicinal Cannabis Ponzi Scheme
Up to 6,000 Spaniards from across the country are believed to have been scammed by a company claiming to be
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Judge Declares TV Presenter´s Husband Murdered Not Suicide
A camerman found hanged a year after he married a well-known Spanish TV host was murdered and did not commit
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Horror As Botched Cosmetic Operation Causes Woman’s Death
A woman who developed a flesh-eating disease after an apparently botched cosmetic op has died in hospital. Stunning Silvia Idalia
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August Heralds Madrid´s Verbanas and Fiestas
August has arrived and amid the heat Madrid also welcomes its famous “verbenas”, or open-air festivities, three of which are
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Tourism Rebound Boosts Jobs As Unemployment Falls
Spain’s unemployment rate fell in the second quarter of 2022, according to the latest government data released last week. The
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Madrid Makes Top 3 LGBTQ+ Babymoon Destination
In the wake of another successful and packed Madrid Pride 22, the capital has further cemented its reputation as a
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Spanish Police Pursue Michelin Wine Thieves Across Europe
An international police operation has led to the arrest of a former Mexican beauty queen and her Dutch-Romanian boyfriend in
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Water Heroes As Firefighters Save Parched Deer Saved From Inferno
This is the heart-lifting moment when a firefighter gives much-needed water to a parched deer after it was saved from
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Spain Remembers Miguel Ángel Blanco
Spain has marked the 25th anniversary of the kidnapping and murder of Partido Popular local councillor Miguel Ángel Blanco. Both
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Verano De La Villa Summer Festival
Madrid’s flagship summer festival of music and the arts is in full swing with a host of cultural events around
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Spain In Flames As Heatwave Leaves Scorched Earth Trail
The heatwave that has affected much of Spain and now spreading to northern Europe, is leaving a scorched Spanish landscape
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Wary Golfers Face Water Hazard As Wild Boar Cools Off In Pond
Even on the best of days, golfers might think this tricky pond in the middle of a top rated Madrid
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Commuters To Enjoy Free Train Travel From September
Commuters in Madrid are set to enjoy four months of free train travel from September after the government announced a
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The Valley Of The Fallen Tolls Franco´s Final Demise
Spain has taken another step in dealing with its troubled relationship with the regime of General Franco. The Spanish Congress
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Visit Highlights Spain´s Long Jewish History
The visit last week to Madrid of the American Jewish Committee, which included being received by both King Felipe VI
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Former Real Madrid WAG Tells How Depression Ruined Sex
A stunning model and football WAG has told how she lost the urge for sex while she battled against depression.
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Hero Civil Guard Officer Donates Organs After Siege Slaying
A hero Civil Guard officer has donated his organs for use in transplants after he was shot in a senseless
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Sanchez Pushes Through Defence Spending Increase
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has pushed through an immediate billion Euro increase in defence spending in the wake
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HM Hospitales Share Top Tips For A Healthy Summer
As we gear up for another hot summer HM Hospitales, Spain´s leading private healthcare group, shares its top summer tips
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Government Announces Bill To Enhance LGBTI+ Rights In Spain
In the week of Madrid Pride, the Spanish Government has announced that it will be introducing a bill named the
Read more Madrid Pride Kicks Off For 10 Day Celebration
Madrid Pride is back as never before with a packed programme from 1st to 10th July to celebrate one of
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Mayors Of Madrid & Kyiv Sign Twinning As “Sister Cities”
As the NATO Summit winds up in Madrid, the capital´s Mayor, Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, has signed an agreement with Vitali
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White-Tailed Eagles Return To Spain
Madrid’s Barajas Airport has had some unique new arrivals this week in the form of white-tailed eagles which are part
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Leaders Enjoy “Flavours Of Madrid” Dinner At The Prado
Some 44 world leaders who are attending the 32nd NATO Summit in Madrid, enjoyed a unique dinner at the capital’s
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Government Under Pressure To Launch Melilla Stampede Enquiry
The Spanish government is under international pressure to launch an urgent enquiry into the border stampede that left at least
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Air Force One Touches Down For “Decisive” Madrid Summit
The President of the United States, Joe Biden, landed today on Air Force One as one of the first western
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Sanchez Unveils Emergency Measures To Curb Soaring Cost Of Living
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has unveiled a 9 billion Euro emergency package of financial measures to try to
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Madrid Takes Centre Stage For NATO Summit
Madrid takes centre stage in the coming week as heads of governments from across the western world descend on the
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Brexit Breakthrough At Last In Sight For UK Drivers In Spain
A breakthrough of sorts in the never-ending saga of Brexit related issues still be resolved – this time the exchange
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Cruel Bloodsucker Made Fortune From Bleeding Pets To Death
A cynical crook who bled cats and dogs to death to sell their blood to scientists and vets is facing
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Madrid Celebrates First “Bloomsday”
As all James Joyce fans know, yesterday, 16th June was Bloomsday and to mark this year’s 100th anniversary of the
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British-Style Sandwiches Come To Spain
Spain´s increasing appetite for British-style sandwiches looks set to continue with the announcement that UK market leader Pret A Manger
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Leg Of Jamon Saves Waiter From Assassins Bullets
A waiter survived a murder attempt at a downtown Madrid bar after the bullets were stopped by a leg of
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Starburst: Thugs Smash Penelope Cruz’s Walk Of Fame Star
Spanish superstar,Penelope Cruz’s star on Madrid’s Walk of Fame has been completely destroyed by vandals. The Oscar winning 48 year
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Madrid In Grip Of Sweltering “Spring” Heatwave
The blinds are firmly down and the aircon on as the Spanish capital swelters in an early summer heatwave as
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Female Bear Rescued After Falling Fending Off Male Predator
Spanish officials have confirmed that a female bear still alive after she was filmed being attacked by a male while
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Spain To Introduce “Doggy Bag” Law To Cut Food Waste
Restaurants in Spain could be required to offer customers free “doggy bags” as part of a new draft law aimed
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Cricket Addition Makes Madrid Truly Global Sports Capital
Madrid has taken a big leap to being Capital Mundial del Deporte 2022 as well as a centre of sporting global
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Ignacio Echeverria: Skateboard Hero To Saint
Ignacio Echeverria, the “skateboard hero” of the 2017 London Bridge Islamic terrorist attack, is likely to be put forward in
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Abandoned Newborn Saved By Ambulance Crew
A newborn baby boy found abandoned on a street was just hours away from dying from hypothermia. A passer-by spotted
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Ringing Changes As Spain Set To Limit Call Waiting Times
One of the most common bugbears of modern life is being challenged by the Spanish government as long telephone waiting
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London High Court Publishes Juan Carlos Non Immunity Ruling
The High Court in London has today, Monday 6th June, published its ruling concerning why the former king of Spain
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Putting On The Style As British Embassy Celebrates Jubilee
The official residence of the British Ambassador to Spain, was the place to be yesterday, Thursday, June 2, as the
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Furore Over Valley Of The Fallen Military Homage
The long shadow of General Franco´s Valley of The Fallen shows no sign of abetting some 3 years after his
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Nigerian “Love King” Scammer Arrested In Madrid
The Nigerian leader of a criminal organisation which is believed to have fraudulently gained around €118,000 through romance scams has
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Gareth Bale Says Fond Farewell To Real Madrid
Welsh striker, Gareth Bale, has confirmed that he is leaving Real Madrid in a statement released today, Wednesday, 1st June.
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European Police Agency Release Most Wanted Fugitives In Spain
The European police agency ENFAST, which focuses on catching the most wanted fugitives in Europe has released the latest list of criminals
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Madrid Marks 40th Anniversary Of NATO Membership
The 40th anniversary of Spain’s entry into the NATO military alliance has been marked today, Monday 30th May, at an
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Jubilant Real Madrid Fans Hail “Best Team” In The World
Real Madrid fans were back at the Plaza de Cibeles to celebrate another European Cup triumph after the team’s 1-0
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Last Chance To Catch “El Duende” At Flamenco Madrid
After a two-year pandemic induced haitus, ‘Flamenco Madrid’, the city’s 6th annual flamenco festival has been burning the blood for
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How Karim Benzema Has Improved With Age
Anyone who asks about who the best striker in the world right now is likely to get the usual answers.
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Spain Allows Unvaccinated Non EU Tourists Back
The Spanish government have announced that unvaccinated travellers from outside the EU are now allowed to visit Spain, provided they
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The King´s Return Divides Spain
Spain’s former King, Juan Carlos I, has been spending time in his home country for the first time in nearly
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Real Madrid Strike Super Deal For Bernabeu Stadium
Spanish Liga champions Real Madrid have announced a deal with US investment firm Sixth Street, worth 360 million Euros for
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Traffic Police Baffled By Appearance Of Cut Out Civil Guard Cars
A flatpack Civil Guard traffic patrol car that is slowing down speeding drivers has baffled police in Spain, who say
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Emir’s Visit Bears Gifts For Spain
The visit of the Emir of Qatar, Shekih Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to Madrid has brought rich rewards for Spain.
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Madrid Plays Host To Legendary All Blacks For Historic First Game
Madrid plays host to one of the most iconic sporting teams in the world – the New Zealand All
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Spanish Government Announces Small Business Credit Line
The Spanish Cabinet has approved the first tranche of a line of guarantees for self-employed workers and small companies with
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ESL Writing Skills: Ways to Teach and Improve Them
Learning English as a second language in European countries, especially in Spain, is popular these days because English is one
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Roll Out The Barrel For Beermad Madrid This Weekend
¡Salud! Beermad 2022 is back and better than ever, kicking off this Saturday, May 14. As the name suggests, this
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Spain Pegasus Spyware Storm Takes Down Intelligence Chief
It has been reported in Spanish media that the government has sacked the country’s spy chief, Paz Esteban, following revelations
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Real Madrid Prepare For 17th Champions League Final Despite Losing Derby
This weekend saw La Liga´s last Madrid derby of the season as Real lost 1-0 to Athletico at the Wanda
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Rosalia Raises Eyebrows Sharing Gala Weight Loss Method
Spanish pop superstar Rosalia is facing fury after she revealed her controversial weight-loss method at the recent New York Met Gala
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Gas Explosion In Salamanca District Leaves Two Dead
An explosion in a residential building in the Salamanca district of Madrid has left 2 dead and 19 injured today,
Read more Madrid Gets Ready For San Isidro Celebrations
For the first time in two years Madrid is preparing for a return to a full on celebration of its
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Royal Flush For Queen Leticia As She Gets The Giggles
Queen Leticia of Spain got the giggles and a royal flush when a guest turned up wearing the identical dress
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Freelance & Business Guide To Spanish Tax Forms
For any freelancer or entrepreneur doing business in Spain navigating through the maze of form filling has always been a
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Dos De Mayo – A History Of Madrid And Spain
Dos De Mayo – A history of Madrid and Spain. Today commemorated as a public holiday in the city of
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“Intense Uncertainty” Causes Spanish Economy To Stall
The Spanish government has lowered its GDP growth forecast due to the impact of the war in Ukraine. According to
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Alya Society Business Lunch in Collaboration with Quirón Salud
On the 28th of April, Alya Society kicked off its first Business Lunch in collaboration with the world-class medical service
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Top 7 Universities in Madrid
The city of Madrid has some top universities not just in Spain or Europe, but in the world too. These
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Madrid Girl Scout Hoping To Help Fund Others To Join Her On Trip To Jamboree
A teenager from Madrid accepted as one of those to represent Spain at the World Scout Jamboree 2023 is looking
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Madrid Gets Tapping With 37th International Dance Festival
Madrid is set to return to being the epicentre of European dance this week as the 37th Madrid en Danza
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Lisi Frachia New Collection Premiered At Ritz
The Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending a private sale of the new collection of the beautiful jewellery designed
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King Felipe Publishes Net Wealth In Effort To Reform Royal House
In an unprecedented move, the Spanish royal house has published the net wealth of the king, Felipe VI. According to
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Illegal Road Racing Craze Goes National
Madrid´s latest export to the rest of the country is illegal road racing. What started in the Madrid districts of
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Juana “The Mad” Finally Takes Her Royal Plinth
One of the most important figures in Spanish history, Queen Juana I of Castile has finally been recognised by having
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Pedro Sanchez Arrives In Ukraine To Meet Zelensky
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has arrived in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv this morning, Thursday 21st April. The
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After 700 Days Spaniards Can “Show Our Faces And Our Smiles Again”.
After 700 days the obligatory wearing of face masks indoors has finally come to an end today Wednesday 20th April.
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Madrid Emerges As Leading European Finance Hub
The Spanish capital continues its rise as a leading global financial centre according to the latest ranking of the 31
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A Journey Back In Time To Medieval Sigüenza
A journey through time as well as through the Castilian countryside awaits for intrepid travellers who hop on the Medieval
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Investigation As Toddler Falls From Second Floor Window
An investigation is underway after a toddler fell from a second-storey window in the district of Fuenlabrada in south of
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Spain Has Taken In Over 110,000 Ukrainian Refugees
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has visited one the country´s reception centres for Ukrainian refugees in Barcelona, where he
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Rolling Stones Kick Off “SIXTY Tour” In Madrid
The Wanda Metropolitano Stadium will host the Rolling Stones on their first stop of the much-awaited European tour this summer.
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“Operacion Salida” – The Great Easter Gettaway
The first major holiday of the year is upon us with vast numbers of friends and families heading to villages
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Sanchez Celebrates “Historic” Breakthrough With Morocco
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez visited Rabat on Thursday 8th April for a meeting with the Moroccan King, Mohammed
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Icon Not Believe It! Miraculous Return Of Churchs Stolen Saints
Astonished church leaders are celebrating the miraculous return of 16th-century panels of saints stolen from an altar more than 40
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SBI PO Is More Intricate
SBI PO Is More Intricate Most aspirants wonder how the SBI PO exam is different from the IBPS PO exam.
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Indoor Face Masks Finally Coming Off After Easter
The Spanish Ministry of Health has announced a further easing on the wearing of face masks from Tuesday 19th April.
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Zelenskyy Evokes Guernica In Spanish Parliament Address
The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, received a standing ovation at the Spanish Cortes yesterday, Tuesday 5th April, as he compared
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Investigation Into Death Of Toddler Run Over By Bus At Barajas
The Madrid authorities have started an investigation after the death of a toddler who fell off a luggage trolley onto
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Romancing The Stone As Alya Society Visits Gemmology Institute
On the 31st of March thanks to its director Nehad Sharaf, the members and friends of the Alya Society enjoyed another
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Madrid Set For Holy Week Processions & Redemption
Madrid´s “holy week” is set with a return to pre-pandemic in-person events from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday (10 to
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British Council Proves It Is Never Too Young To Be Bilingual
The British Council’s newest contribution towards promoting early English language acquisition is proving to be very popular, with children as
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Separated Ukrainian Sisters Reunited In Spain After 20 Years Apart
Two Ukrainian sisters separated for 20 years have had an astonishing reunion when one took the other in as a
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Jurassic Park Meets Truffle Worshippers In Matarraña, Teruel
Where in the world can you visit the biggest natural wildlife attraction in Europe, have a fresh waterfall massage in
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Once Upon A Time In The West Film Set Goes On Sale
The Spanish film set used for Spaghetti Western movies by director Sergio Leone has been put up for sale. Eight
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How A Madrid Mother Turned Dyslexia & ADHD On Its Head
“Bewilderment, helplessness and even desperation are just some of the emotions experienced by parents of bright but struggling children who
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Government Announces Emergency Aid To Tackle Energy & Fuel Inflation
The Spanish government has unveiled a package of emergency economic measures worth 6 billion euros in direct aid and 10
Read more The Mistress´s Revenge As London Court Gives Green Light For Royal Trial
The former king Juan Carlos´s troubles continue as the High Court in London has ruled that he could face trial
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Wonder & Awe At Mermaid Baby Birth Moment
These incredible images show how a baby girl is born via caesarean section with the amniotic sac still intact in
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Madrid Zoo Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Pandas and Royals
The Madrid Zoo yesterday celebrated its 50th anniversary with a visit by Queen Sofía and the first public outing of
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Spain´s New Driving Regulations Come Into Force Today
New traffic regulations come into force today, Monday 21st March with a raft of new measures and stiffer penalties for
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Alya Society Holds Inspirational Women’s Day Event
Last Friday, March 11th, Madrid’s recently launched international club, Alya Society , celebrated International Womens Day in a fabulous and friendly
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Madrid Calls For “Immediate Solution” Over Haulage Strike
Over 20,000 National Police and Civil Guard officers have been mobilised by the Spanish government to guarantee supplies from
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Best Means Of Getting Around In Madrid
Madrid, the capital of Spain, is one of the most touristic cities in the world. No wonder! It is filled
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Madrid St Patrick´s Day Weekend Celebrations
The Irish community in Madrid will be returning to its traditional St Patrick´s Family Fun Day this Saturday, 19th March.
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Saraha Winds Brings Red Sand Dusting To Madrid
Hot air from the Sahara Desert has left Madrid and much of Spain coated with red-orange dust, prompting the regional
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Madrid Pays Homage To Atocha Terrorist Attack Victims
Madrid has been marking the 18th anniversary of the Atocha train bombings – the biggest terrorist attack that Spain had
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Crypto Currencies Included For First Time In Modelo 720 Tax Declaration
The ides of March are upon us once more and with it a reminder for the 31st March deadline to
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Sanchez Visits Spain’s Front Line”Tripwire”Troops In Baltics
Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has paid a flying visit to Latvia to visit Spanish troops in the NATO country
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Madrid Makes Top Ten Dog Friendly Global Cities
New research by UK based Benchmark Kennels show that Madrid has made it into the global top 10 of dog-friendly cities
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Felipe Paves The Way For Juan Carlos’ Return Home
The decision last week by Spain’s State Prosecutor to shelve the investigation into the finances of the late king, Juan
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Atocha Station Renaming Causes Ayuso To See Red
As the world celebrates International Women´s Day, the Spanish government’s decision to rename Atocha station to that of the author,
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Spain Steps Up EU Response As Von Leyern Flies To Madrid
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has placed Spain in forefront of the European Union’s response to the Russian invasion
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Dramatic Solo Escape To Spain For 12 Year-Old Ukrainian Girl
A brave 12-year-old girl has left war-torn Ukraine alone to try to reach her foster family in Spain, to escape
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Going Going Gone! Last Private Velazquez Painting Auction Sold
A painting by one of Spain´s greatest painters, Diego Velazquez has been sold at auction for a staggering 4.27 million
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Robert De Niro Sweeps Into Town To Taste A Madrid “Priceless Menu”
Legendary Hollywood star, Robert De Niro swept into town today, Tuesday 1st March, for a “priceless tasting menu” event at
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Britain’s Billion Dollar Scammer Arrested In Spain
Britain’s most wanted woman who allegedly laundered over GBP 1 billion (1.2 billion Euros) in a mobile phone tax scam
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Spain Steps Up European Support For Ukraine
The Spanish government have ramped up their response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine by announcing a series of further
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Cibeles Lit Up As Madrid Shows Solidarity With Ukraine
The Cibeles Palace and Fountain lit up central Madrid last night, Friday 25th February, in support of Ukraine as Russian
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Queen Leticia Opens 40th ARCO Madrid
Spain’s most important contemporary art fair – ARCO – has been opened by Queen Leticia this week in Madrid´s IFEMA
Read more UK-Spain Driving Licence Validity Extended Amid “Ongoing Uncertainty”
The seemingly never-ending saga of the validity of UK driving licences in Spain continues as the British Embassy in Madrid
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Spain Condemns Russia´s “Unjustified Aggression” Against Ukraine
The Spanish Government has issued a strongly worded communique condeming the Russian attack on Ukraine, which began this morning, Thursday
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Ghost Village Emerges As Drought Brings Resevoirs To Historic Low
A long-deserted ghost village has emerged from a once deep reservoir in north-western Spain and made headlines around the world
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Burial Of The Sardine Heralds Madrid´s Carnival Return
This time of year, brings the traditional Carnival celebrations, marking the start of the Christian Lent and for many the
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Teenager Arrested For Speeding Up Castellana At 113 Kph
A 19-year-old young man who published a video on his social networks of him driving along Paseo de la Castellana
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Court Rules Madrid´s “Rural Marbella” To Be Demolished
A luxury residential development and favourite of Madrid’s well heeled – the Marina Isla de Valdecañas – has been given
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Into The Storm – Ayuso Takes Gloves Off To Clear Name
The simmering tensions within Spain’s main opposition conservative Partido Popular has erupted into full blown open warfare between the party´s
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Magallanes & Elcano – Around The World To Madrid
To commemorate the 500th anniversary of the first circumnavigation of the world by Fernando de Magallanes and Juan Sebastian Elcano,
Read more Spain Returns To Full Sports Stadiums As Infection Rate Receeds
The Spanish Health Minister, Carolina Darias, announced yesterday Wednesday 16th February that sporting and football stadiums can return to full
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Madrid Basks In Goya Film Award Wins
The Madrid regional premier, Isabel Diaz Ayuso, has been meeting some of the winners of the Spanish Film Academy´s 2021
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Leo Clancy CEO Enterprise Ireland Talks To Spanish-Irish Business Network
The Madrid based Spanish-Irish Business Network is holding it´s first event of 2022 with a webinar with Leo Clancy, CEO
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St Valentine´s Last Resting Place – In Madrid
As lovers celebrate Saint Valentine´s Day, few will be gathering at his last resting place – which lies in Madrid.
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Ghosts Of The Past As Spain Rejects Mexican “Colonial Exploitation” Jab
The ghosts of the past have returned to haunt Spanish – Latin American relations, after Mexican president, Andres Manuel Lopez
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Man Jumps From Window When Discovered Keeping Mummified Father
A man who was about to be thrown out of his flat by arriving officials decided instead to throw himself
Read more Spain Relaxes Covid Travel Restrictions For UK Teenagers
The Spanish government has relaxed restrictions on travellers arriving in the country from non Schengen Zone countries who are between
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Spain Minimum Wage Set To Increase To €14,000 A Year
Despite considerable opposition from employers and business associations, the left-wing coalition government of Pedro Sanchez, have succeeded in raising the
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Big Brother Sexual Assault Trial Suspended On First Day
The trial over allegations of sexual assault on the TV show,Big Brother, has been put on hold just as soon
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Michelangelo Sistene Chapel Exhibition Arrives In Madrid
One of the most celebrated artworks in history has arrived in Madrid. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: “The Exhibition’ has been touring
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King Felipe Tests Positive But Rate Continues To Fall
King Felipe VI, who has just celebrated his 54th birthday, has tested positive for covid-19 after experiencing mild symptoms since
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Madrid Extends Tourism Subsidy For Visitors
The Madrid regional government have announced a San Valentine extention of the Visit Madrid promotion which was launched at the end
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Madrid Biz Lunch Set For February 17th
The first Madrid Biz Lunch of 22 will take place on Thursday 17th February 2022 at 2pm in the Library
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Raphael Rocks The Gran Via With Nostalgic Look Back
Spanish pop legend Raphael is back in town for a unique exhibition that coincides with the premiere on Movistar+ of
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Four Tips To Ensure Data Compliance During Drug Development
Drug development is a process that’s expectedly guided by a lot of regulations in relation to all its aspects, including
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French Institute Unveils Cultural Season For Spain 22
Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending the annual presentation of the French Institute´s cultural season of 2022. It was
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Government Announces Masks Off From This Thursday
The Spanish government have announced that the obligatory wearing of facemasks outdoors will cease from Thursday 10th February. The announcement
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Banco Santander 8 Billion Euro Profit Bounceback
Spanish mega bank, Banco Santander has announced a post pandemic bounce back recovery, posting a 8.1 billion Euro profit for
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Mona Bizzari’s Journey of Self-Discovery Entering The Spanish Market
In 2021 Bizzari Jewelry became one of the partners of Alya Society – A Madrid-based international networking community of English-Speaking
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Piscasso Returns To His Madrid Alma Mater
An exhibition of the works of Pablo Picasso will be held from the 16th February to 15th May, at the
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New Look Puerta Del Sol Finally Gets Green Light
Madrid´s iconic Puerta del Sol has been given the green light for a 21st century facelift. The public works which
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Spanish Economy Continues Recovery As Unemployment Drops
The latest figures from the Spanish statistical agency INE show that the Spanish economy continued to recover in the final quarter of
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Madrid Goes Red For King Felipe’s Birthday
The iconic Plaza de Cibeles, along with the Palacio de Cibeles and Alcala were illuminated in red this weekend, to
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Pikes At The Ready! The Tercios Muster Again On The Streets Of Old Madrid
The feared Spanish Tercios of old are back displaying their prowess with a drill of arms in the Plaza de
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Unwelcome Blast From The Past As Civil War Bomb Found
Madrid´s Bomb Disposal Unit, TEDAX have uncovered and made safe a Civil War bomb that was discovered by accident in Calle
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When Humanity Died – Seeing Auschwitz Exhibition
A new exhibition showing the horror of the Auschwitz extermination camp has opened at the Sefarad-Israel Cultural Centre in Madrid. The
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Relief As Covid Travel Restrictions Eased To UK
People travelling from Spain to England will no longer be required to take a COVID test on arrival, the UK
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45th Anniversary Of Atocha Massacre Marked In Silence
Today, Monday 24th January, marks the 45th anniversary of the assassination of the left wing lawyers gunned down in their
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The Self-Saboteurs At Sala Elefante Blanco This Friday
Madrid band, The Self-Saboteurs, will be playing their original songs inspired by punk, post-punk, rock, and all other kinds of
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Stanley Kubrick Exhibition At Circulo Bellas Artes
Madrid´s iconic Círculo de Bellas Artes is putting on an exhibition that pays tribute to the American film director Stanley
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Rural Spain Comes To Madrid As 1 Million Protestors Arrive
More of 300 groups and associations representing rural Spain, led by Alma Rural are expected in Madrid today, Sunday 23rd
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Bernabeu Honours Paco Gento With Naming Of New Gardens
Former Real Madrid player, and legendary galactico, Francisco “Paco” Gento, who died at the age of 88 this week, is
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Pets Now “Family Members” As Animal Rights Law Takes Force
Pets, including cats, dogs and even goldfish, are now considered family members under new laws in Spain with implications regarding
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Push To Find Most Wanted Brits In Spain
Spain’s reputation as a refuge for on the run has been further dented with a new appeal to trace and
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Police Arrest “Spanish Pablo Escobar Of Heroin” In Toledo Raid
An alleged drugs overlord dubbed the ‘Spanish Pablo Escobar of Heroin’ because he is believed to be the biggest trafficker
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January Heralds New Self Employed Rates And New Changes In Offing
This month sees the general rate for self-employed professionals increased to 30.6%. This means that self-employed persons paying on the
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Madrid Takes Central Government To Court
The Madrid regional government has launched legal proceedings against the central government, in order to reverse an alleged exclusion of
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Madrid Barajas Leads Spanish Airport Recovery As Mega Hub Planned
The latest passenger figures from the Spanish airport operator AENA, released yesterday, Tuesday 11th January, show that passenger traffic through
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Inverfest Festival Heralds Musical Start For 22′
The Inverfest music festival is bound to keep the cold at bay with a series of winter concerts organised by
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Sanchez Seeks Pandemic To Endemic “Evaluation”
Despite record numbers from the latest government Covid-19 infection rate figures, released yesterday 10th January, the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro
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Ayuso´s Attempts To Stem Spain´s Population Fall
The Madrid regional premier, Isabel Diaz Ayuso, has announced a series of financial incentives in order to encourage births and
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