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UK expats in Spain show little interest in election back home

Spain hosts the largest British expat community in Europe. In the seaside town of Rojales, many UK citizens say they feel at home, but Brexit has complicated their lives.

Europe News

Vox backs Le Pen as Spain keeps an eye on French elections

In the run-up to the first round of French elections on Sunday, Spain's premier far-right party is hoping for a result that will amplify its own message.

Europe News

Les Bleus unite a divided France ahead of elections

As France faces early legislative elections and the rise of the far-right, the French community in Madrid finds unity in the Euro Cup. Amid political tensions, football offers a brief respite, bringing French expatriates together.

Spain

King Felipe VI celebrates 10 years as Spain's head of state

After ascending to the throne following his father Juan Carlos I's dramatic abdication, Felipe VI oversaw a politically tumultuous time in which Spain dealt with several political earthquakes, including the 2017 Catalan independence crisis.

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PM Sanchez and his socialists will not back down after EU elections

Spain's centre-right PP party came on top in the European elections on Sunday. Yet, their resurgence did not result in the collapse of Premier Pedro Sánchez's government as the conservatives had hoped.

Europe News

Spain's PM stands as other leaders fall after EU elections

Never before have EU elections had such an impact on national politics across the bloc, but in Spain they did not bring about the collapse of the socialist government as the conservatives had hoped.

Europe News

Spain's weary and still divided voters go to the polls once more

The rise of the far-right and how alliances will be forged in the new parliament are the key issues for Spain in these EU elections.

Europe News

Economy preys on Spanish voters' minds – but vanishes from campaign

Despite a relatively strong employment rate, rising inflation and a high cost of living mean Spaniards are still voting with their wallets.

Europe News

European elections: This Spanish outsider wants to capture discontent

As discontent and distrust towards politicians grows, new political outsiders are trying to win over jaded voters who tend to stay at home during European elections.

Europe News

Spanish conservatives push for EU election win to trigger early polls

Spanish conservatives criticise the coalition government and amnesty for Carles Puigdemont, urging for a decisive victory in the European Parliament to prompt early elections in Spain.

Europe News

Spanish PM's party embraces TikTok memes as it seeks youth support

The Spanish socialist party PSOE has been keen on gaining youth vote in the launch of their European elections bid.

Europe News

WATCH: Spain's conservative Popular Party launches EU election agenda

Spain's Popular Party unveiled its policy platform for upcoming June EU elections, which many see as a chance to challenge the ruling socialists.

Spain

Socialist victory in Catalan elections ends pro-independence dominance

Despite his pro-independence party Junts finishing second in the elections, leader Carles Puigdemont continues to pursue his aim of leading the next Catalan government.

Spain

Spanish PM weighs options amid wife corruption accusations

Spain remains on edge awaiting news on whether Pedro Sánchez will stay in government or decide to step back.

Business

Money does grow on trees: Countryside a booming business for many

While farmers across Europe protest high costs and foreign competition, agribusiness investors continue to fortify their positions in the Spanish and European agricultural sector.

22 February 2024

World News

The future of tourism: different and sustainable

As the number of visitors continue to grow, popular countries are looking towards new strategies and the opening of new destinations to reduce visitor numbers in areas under pressure from tourism.

29 January 2024

Lifestyle

From binge to mindful drinking: More young Europeans are boozing less

Boosted by healthier lifestyles and the influence of social media, more young people are now embracing mindful drinking and they're increasingly aware of what and how much booze they consume.

21 December 2023

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