Spain

Country Spain
Capital Madrid
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR)
Languages Spanish, Basque, Catalan, Galician, Occitan, Aragonese, Asturian & Leonese

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power. Spain remained neutral in World Wars I and II but suffered through a devastating civil war (1936-39). A peaceful transition to democracy following the death of dictator Francisco FRANCO in 1975, and rapid economic modernization (Spain joined the EU in 1986) gave Spain a dynamic and rapidly growing economy and made it a global champion of freedom and human rights. The government continues to battle the Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) terrorist organization, but its major focus for the immediate future will be on measures to reverse the severe economic recession that started in mid-2008.

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In Ancient Spain, a Nail Through the Skull Could Mean Enmity, or Honor - The New York TimesIn Ancient Spain, a Nail Through the Skull Could Mean Enmity, or Honor  The New York Times

World's First White Iberian Lynx Spotted In Spain: "Proof That Conservation Works" - NDTVWorld's First White Iberian Lynx Spotted In Spain: "Proof That Conservation Works"  NDTV

'Something truly unique': World's first-ever white Iberian Lynx spotted in Spain - India Today'Something truly unique': World's first-ever white Iberian Lynx spotted in Spain  India Today

World's First-Ever White Iberian Lynx Spotted In Spain: 'Conservation Done Right' - News18World's First-Ever White Iberian Lynx Spotted In Spain: 'Conservation Done Right'  News18

France, Spain demand limits on UN veto powers to ensure justice in Gaza - Anadolu AjansiFrance, Spain demand limits on UN veto powers to ensure justice in Gaza  Anadolu Ajansi

Spain Hit by Massive Storms; Trains Halted, Streets Flooded in Andalusia - Mid-daySpain Hit by Massive Storms; Trains Halted, Streets Flooded in Andalusia  Mid-day

Spain Confirms Feasibility of €8.5 Billion Morocco-Europe Tunnel - Morocco World NewsSpain Confirms Feasibility of €8.5 Billion Morocco-Europe Tunnel  Morocco World News

Germany to face Spain in Women’s Nations League final - The Shillong TimesGermany to face Spain in Women’s Nations League final  The Shillong Times

Spain holds memorial for flood victims a year after disaster killed over 230 people - Euronews.comSpain holds memorial for flood victims a year after disaster killed over 230 people  Euronews.com

Australia Joins Switzerland, Qatar, Poland, Philippines, Morocco, South Africa, Spain and India in Global Tourism Rise as Winter Travelers Seek Affordable Escapes, Cultural Experiences and Adventure Journeys - Travel And Tour WorldAustralia Joins Switzerland, Qatar, Poland, Philippines, Morocco, South Africa, Spain and India in Global Tourism Rise as Winter Travelers Seek Affordable Escapes, Cultural Experiences and Adventure Journeys  Travel And Tour World

Spain boss reacts to Lamine Yamal’s clash with Dani Carvajal during El Clasico - Barca BlaugranesSpain boss reacts to Lamine Yamal’s clash with Dani Carvajal during El Clasico  Barca Blaugranes

Angry Spaniards are still demanding answers a year after Valencia's deadly floods - BBCAngry Spaniards are still demanding answers a year after Valencia's deadly floods  BBC

Planas says that Spain has “room for maneuver” to negotiate the CAP, but warns that it will be “difficult” - European NewsroomPlanas says that Spain has “room for maneuver” to negotiate the CAP, but warns that it will be “difficult”  European Newsroom

Rare Sight-Seeing: World’s First White Iberian Lynx Captured in Spain - The CSR JournalRare Sight-Seeing: World’s First White Iberian Lynx Captured in Spain  The CSR Journal

World's First-Ever White Iberian Lynx Gets Spotted In Spain, Leaves Everyone Mesmerised | WATCH - Times NowWorld's First-Ever White Iberian Lynx Gets Spotted In Spain, Leaves Everyone Mesmerised | WATCH  Times Now

BBVA sees higher lending income in its main markets in Mexico and Spain - ReutersBBVA sees higher lending income in its main markets in Mexico and Spain  Reuters

Owners of Spain's Almaraz nuclear plant seek extension through mid-2030 - TradingViewOwners of Spain's Almaraz nuclear plant seek extension through mid-2030  TradingView

World’s first white Iberian lynx spotted in Spain stuns experts, internet calls it ‘conservation done... - MoneycontrolWorld’s first white Iberian lynx spotted in Spain stuns experts, internet calls it ‘conservation done...  Moneycontrol

Spain's brassica and leafy vegetable exports overlap with the last European productions - FreshPlazaSpain's brassica and leafy vegetable exports overlap with the last European productions  FreshPlaza

Dia grows 8.2 % in Spain, but takes a hit in Argentina - RetailDetail EUDia grows 8.2 % in Spain, but takes a hit in Argentina  RetailDetail EU

World’s first-ever white Iberian Lynx spotted in Spain, video stuns the Internet: ‘Fought brink of extinction’ - The Indian ExpressWorld’s first-ever white Iberian Lynx spotted in Spain, video stuns the Internet: ‘Fought brink of extinction’  The Indian Express

SPAIN: Close to 100,000 students return to Salesian schools - missionnewswire.orgSPAIN: Close to 100,000 students return to Salesian schools  missionnewswire.org

White Iberian lynx is not mythical, photographer captures leucistic big cat in Spain | Watch - FirstpostWhite Iberian lynx is not mythical, photographer captures leucistic big cat in Spain | Watch  Firstpost

CMA CGM Boosts SECI Service Connecting Spain and the Canary Islands - LM - Logistics ManagerCMA CGM Boosts SECI Service Connecting Spain and the Canary Islands  LM - Logistics Manager

France, Spain demand limits on UN veto powers to ensure justice in Gaza - Middle East MonitorFrance, Spain demand limits on UN veto powers to ensure justice in Gaza  Middle East Monitor

Spain to cede some bank M&A powers to ECB, central bank - ReutersSpain to cede some bank M&A powers to ECB, central bank  Reuters

Under Fire at Home, Spain’s Sanchez Turns to Foreign Policy Populism - World Politics ReviewUnder Fire at Home, Spain’s Sanchez Turns to Foreign Policy Populism  World Politics Review

Spain seizes 20 tons of hashish in pepper shipments - FreshPlazaSpain seizes 20 tons of hashish in pepper shipments  FreshPlaza

Spain Business Pessimism Eases Further - TradingViewSpain Business Pessimism Eases Further  TradingView

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation rises to 3.2% in October - TradingViewSpain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation rises to 3.2% in October  TradingView

Crunch semi-finals to provide spectacular day at Morocco 2025 - IHFCrunch semi-finals to provide spectacular day at Morocco 2025  IHF

Council of Europe’s anti-racism commission issues monitoring reports on Romania, Slovenia and Spain - coe.intCouncil of Europe’s anti-racism commission issues monitoring reports on Romania, Slovenia and Spain  coe.int

Spain Seizes 20 Tonnes Of Cannabis Hidden In Pepper Shipments - NDTVSpain Seizes 20 Tonnes Of Cannabis Hidden In Pepper Shipments  NDTV

A year on, families of Spain's flood victims voice sorrow and rage at memorial ceremony - France 24A year on, families of Spain's flood victims voice sorrow and rage at memorial ceremony  France 24

Juan Carlos I defends legacy but regrets 'weaknesses' in new memoir - Euronews.comJuan Carlos I defends legacy but regrets 'weaknesses' in new memoir  Euronews.com

RFEF president not worried about Lamine Yamal’s clash with Carvajal impacting Spain NT - Barca UniversalRFEF president not worried about Lamine Yamal’s clash with Carvajal impacting Spain NT  Barca Universal

Entrix brings its battery storage optimisation biz to Spain, Portugal - Renewables NowEntrix brings its battery storage optimisation biz to Spain, Portugal  Renewables Now

Portugal, Spain set 2030 goal for 5-hour Lisbon–Madrid rail link - Latest news from AzerbaijanPortugal, Spain set 2030 goal for 5-hour Lisbon–Madrid rail link  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Hot and dry autumn is lowering the forecast for olive oil production in Spain - UkrAgroConsultHot and dry autumn is lowering the forecast for olive oil production in Spain  UkrAgroConsult

Spain Inflation Rate Unexpectedly Quickens - TradingViewSpain Inflation Rate Unexpectedly Quickens  TradingView

UK Joins Spain, France, Croatia, Greece, Italy and Others In in Significant Hotel Booking Growth with Record Surge In Occupancy Across Europe: Everything You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldUK Joins Spain, France, Croatia, Greece, Italy and Others In in Significant Hotel Booking Growth with Record Surge In Occupancy Across Europe: Everything You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Spain's PM Sanchez appears before an inquiry committee at Spain's Senate in Madrid - Reuters ConnectSpain's PM Sanchez appears before an inquiry committee at Spain's Senate in Madrid  Reuters Connect

Anger, grief pour out as Spain marks floods anniversary with state funeral - ReutersAnger, grief pour out as Spain marks floods anniversary with state funeral  Reuters

Spain Approves $305M Upgrade of 121 Pizarro Infantry Fighting Vehicles - The Defense PostSpain Approves $305M Upgrade of 121 Pizarro Infantry Fighting Vehicles  The Defense Post

Spain’s Sesame HR signs €50M deal with BBVA - Silicon CanalsSpain’s Sesame HR signs €50M deal with BBVA  Silicon Canals

Spain's Byan launches three-month London pop-up - FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business NewsSpain's Byan launches three-month London pop-up  FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business News

Spain Denies Fuel to Colombian Presidential Plane After Petro’s Inclusion on US Clinton List - ColombiaOne.comSpain Denies Fuel to Colombian Presidential Plane After Petro’s Inclusion on US Clinton List  ColombiaOne.com

Women's Nations League semi-final second legs round-up: Spain and Germany reach final - UEFA.comWomen's Nations League semi-final second legs round-up: Spain and Germany reach final  UEFA.com

Canada Joins New Zealand, Spain, UK, Portugal, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Croatia and More in Leading Korean Travel Satisfaction and Global Tourism Growth - Travel And Tour WorldCanada Joins New Zealand, Spain, UK, Portugal, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Croatia and More in Leading Korean Travel Satisfaction and Global Tourism Growth  Travel And Tour World

Spain’s First S-80 Plus Submarine Deploys on First NATO Operation - navalnews.comSpain’s First S-80 Plus Submarine Deploys on First NATO Operation  navalnews.com

Spain Unites With US, Canada, Mexico, Italy, Netherlands, Germany, Mexico And More In Combatting Overtourism With Tax And Ecologically Sustainable Policies - Travel And Tour WorldSpain Unites With US, Canada, Mexico, Italy, Netherlands, Germany, Mexico And More In Combatting Overtourism With Tax And Ecologically Sustainable Policies  Travel And Tour World

Junts ends alliance with Spain’s ruling Socialists, leaving Sánchez weakened - EuractivJunts ends alliance with Spain’s ruling Socialists, leaving Sánchez weakened  Euractiv

Spain's Byan launches three-month London pop-up - FashionNetwork.comSpain's Byan launches three-month London pop-up  FashionNetwork.com

Kicking back in Catalonia: a new eco-retreat in Spain with yoga, ebikes and volcano hikes - The GuardianKicking back in Catalonia: a new eco-retreat in Spain with yoga, ebikes and volcano hikes  The Guardian

Political polarisation drives talent away: Evidence from Spain’s health sector - CEPRPolitical polarisation drives talent away: Evidence from Spain’s health sector  CEPR

Anger, grief pour out as Spain marks floods anniversary with state funeral - ThePrintAnger, grief pour out as Spain marks floods anniversary with state funeral  ThePrint

Spain approves €3.12 bln deal for 45 Turkish-built Hurjet aircraft - eKathimerini.comSpain approves €3.12 bln deal for 45 Turkish-built Hurjet aircraft  eKathimerini.com

Barcelona midfield prodigy again on Spain U-21 team’s radar despite lack of minutes - Barca UniversalBarcelona midfield prodigy again on Spain U-21 team’s radar despite lack of minutes  Barca Universal

My time studying abroad in Spain - thegauntlet.caMy time studying abroad in Spain  thegauntlet.ca

Spain's economic growth gently decelerates in third quarter - ReutersSpain's economic growth gently decelerates in third quarter  Reuters

Orange Spain introduces SME-focused femtocell service - TelecompaperOrange Spain introduces SME-focused femtocell service  Telecompaper

Morocco’s Ambassador to Spain Attends State Funeral Honoring Spanish Flood Victims - Barlaman TodayMorocco’s Ambassador to Spain Attends State Funeral Honoring Spanish Flood Victims  Barlaman Today

Spain’s Sánchez Denies Illegal Party Payments in Senate Hearing - Bloomberg.comSpain’s Sánchez Denies Illegal Party Payments in Senate Hearing  Bloomberg.com

Miami becomes home base for Spain’s rising nightlife tech startup - Refresh MiamiMiami becomes home base for Spain’s rising nightlife tech startup  Refresh Miami

Malaysia Joins Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Australia, Thailand, Japan And More In Saudi Arabia Unveiling Its Revolutionary Instant EVisa Platform Offering Effortless Travel With Fast Approvals And Transparent Fees - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Joins Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Australia, Thailand, Japan And More In Saudi Arabia Unveiling Its Revolutionary Instant EVisa Platform Offering Effortless Travel With Fast Approvals And Transparent Fees  Travel And Tour World

Spain Approves €3.12B Deal for 45 Turkish Hurjet Trainer Aircraft - Defense MirrorSpain Approves €3.12B Deal for 45 Turkish Hurjet Trainer Aircraft  Defense Mirror

Cinven to acquire Spain’s UAX from CVC in partnership with founder and Mubadala - Private Equity InsightsCinven to acquire Spain’s UAX from CVC in partnership with founder and Mubadala  Private Equity Insights

Latest Updates on Morocco-Spain Undersea Rail Line Study - constructionreviewonline.comLatest Updates on Morocco-Spain Undersea Rail Line Study  constructionreviewonline.com

Industry leaders urge Spain to fast-track floating offshore wind rollout before window closes - Energies MediaIndustry leaders urge Spain to fast-track floating offshore wind rollout before window closes  Energies Media

Data corner: Spain leads Horizon’s effort on the digital and green transitions - Science|BusinessData corner: Spain leads Horizon’s effort on the digital and green transitions  Science|Business

Spain’s Sanchez defends party financing as opposition grills him over corruption scandals - Latest news from AzerbaijanSpain’s Sanchez defends party financing as opposition grills him over corruption scandals  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Spain - Welcome to the United NationsSpain  Welcome to the United Nations

Former King Juan Carlos of Spain Makes a Dig at Daughter-in-Law Queen Letizia in New Book - People.comFormer King Juan Carlos of Spain Makes a Dig at Daughter-in-Law Queen Letizia in New Book  People.com

King Juan Carlos of Spain Addresses Princess Diana Affair Rumors in New Memoir - E! NewsKing Juan Carlos of Spain Addresses Princess Diana Affair Rumors in New Memoir  E! News

Why the normal dinner time is considered 10 pm in Spain - Times of IndiaWhy the normal dinner time is considered 10 pm in Spain  Times of India

Spain’s Economic Outperformance Slows - The Wall Street JournalSpain’s Economic Outperformance Slows  The Wall Street Journal

France Joins Germany, US, China, Brazil, Spain, And More In Elevating Morocco As A Premier Tourism Destination, Sparking A Tourism Revolution In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldFrance Joins Germany, US, China, Brazil, Spain, And More In Elevating Morocco As A Premier Tourism Destination, Sparking A Tourism Revolution In 2025  Travel And Tour World

Veto Rights Become An Obstacle, Including For Gaza, France-Spain Urges Restrictions On UN DK - VOI.IDVeto Rights Become An Obstacle, Including For Gaza, France-Spain Urges Restrictions On UN DK  VOI.ID

Spain October preliminary CPI +3.1% vs +2.9% y/y expected - investingLiveSpain October preliminary CPI +3.1% vs +2.9% y/y expected  investingLive

Sweden 0-1 Spain: Holders Spain book Nations League final with Germany - BBCSweden 0-1 Spain: Holders Spain book Nations League final with Germany  BBC

Roll-on the World Cup! Spain’s young guns sign deal with Old Spice - City AMRoll-on the World Cup! Spain’s young guns sign deal with Old Spice  City AM

Meliã: hotels increase revenue 6.3% year-on-year, with record prices of €170/night in Spain - The Corner .euMeliã: hotels increase revenue 6.3% year-on-year, with record prices of €170/night in Spain  The Corner .eu

Spain to cede some bank M&A powers to ECB, central bank - MarketScreenerSpain to cede some bank M&A powers to ECB, central bank  MarketScreener

SVG Europe Audio: Spain’s RTVE joins the speaker lineup for the Sports Audio Summit 2025 - SVG EuropeSVG Europe Audio: Spain’s RTVE joins the speaker lineup for the Sports Audio Summit 2025  SVG Europe

Spain holds memorial ceremony for flood victims a year after disaster killed over 230 people - Arab NewsSpain holds memorial ceremony for flood victims a year after disaster killed over 230 people  Arab News

Sweden 0-1 Spain (Oct 28, 2025) Game Analysis - ESPNSweden 0-1 Spain (Oct 28, 2025) Game Analysis  ESPN

Spain makes steady strides in recycling as Belgium leads: What expats need to know - Euro Weekly NewsSpain makes steady strides in recycling as Belgium leads: What expats need to know  Euro Weekly News

Juan Carlos, Former King of Spain, Finally Comments on Princess Diana Affair Rumors - Vanity FairJuan Carlos, Former King of Spain, Finally Comments on Princess Diana Affair Rumors  Vanity Fair

Families of Spain’s flood victims voice sorrow and rage at one-year memorial ceremony - AP NewsFamilies of Spain’s flood victims voice sorrow and rage at one-year memorial ceremony  AP News

2026 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup adds HERO Costa Blanca event in Spain - endurance.biz2026 HERO UCI Marathon World Cup adds HERO Costa Blanca event in Spain  endurance.biz

Spain-Africa: Madrid's radically different approach to African migration - BBCSpain-Africa: Madrid's radically different approach to African migration  BBC

F1 Academy drivers test in Bahrain as rivals head to Spain for Formula E - Formula ScoutF1 Academy drivers test in Bahrain as rivals head to Spain for Formula E  Formula Scout

Tourists Face Stricter Drink-Driving Laws in Spain with New Regulations - Travel And Tour WorldTourists Face Stricter Drink-Driving Laws in Spain with New Regulations  Travel And Tour World

Spain’s parliament formally approves Israel arms embargo - Al JazeeraSpain’s parliament formally approves Israel arms embargo  Al Jazeera

Moving companies in Spain under investigation for possible collusion - MLexMoving companies in Spain under investigation for possible collusion  MLex

Customer service set to be revolutionised in Spain: this will be the maximum time you can be kept waiting on the phone - Sur in EnglishCustomer service set to be revolutionised in Spain: this will be the maximum time you can be kept waiting on the phone  Sur in English

Powerhouses Spain, Germany set up mouthwatering Nations League final - ESPNPowerhouses Spain, Germany set up mouthwatering Nations League final  ESPN

Top five apps helping expats in Spain raise confident bilingual kids - Euro Weekly NewsTop five apps helping expats in Spain raise confident bilingual kids  Euro Weekly News

Floods trap people in cars in Spain's Catalonia region - BBCFloods trap people in cars in Spain's Catalonia region  BBC

'A witch hunt': Spain's PM denies corruption in rowdy Senate hearing - Latest news from Spain'A witch hunt': Spain's PM denies corruption in rowdy Senate hearing  Latest news from Spain

Spain's blue-chip IBEX finally tops 2007 record high - ReutersSpain's blue-chip IBEX finally tops 2007 record high  Reuters