Eleven jailed in stamp scam, one of Spain’s ‘biggest frauds’
It was one of the biggest scams ever seen in Spain. And it was based around stamp collecting.
Day: July 27, 2016
Spain escapes fine from EU over excessive deficit
The European Commission has backed away from slapping fines on Spain and Portugal for running high deficits, in what would have been a landmark move by the EU to impose tough budget rules.
Spain ups security at tourist spots as terrorism fears grow
A spate of terror attacks carried out by individuals in France and Germany has prompted Spain to boost security at tourist spots.
Air Europa pilots call off four-day strike
Good news for those flying with Air Europa as pilots have called off a strike planned for July 30th to August 2nd.
Jihadist brothers arrested in Catalonia for financing Isis
The two brothers were arrested in Girona, in northeastern Spain, on Wednesday morning.
Ex-cop shoots new in-laws at wedding reception in Spain
A retired Civil Guard fired shots at members of his bride's family during the wedding celebrations and then turned the gun on himself.
Spain calls in army as wildfire reaches nature reserve
Spanish troops intervened on Tuesday as a wildfire near the eastern city of Valencia spread to a nature reserve.
Spanish king ‘concerned’ about political deadlock
The monarch is beginning a fourth round of talks with party representatives to try and agree on a government.
Five brilliant ways to beat the crowds in Barcelona
As the summer tourists begin the swarm over the city, discover some of Barcelona's more hidden gems...