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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Mine accident in Spain leaves 5 dead and 4 injured - The Indian ExpressMine accident in Spain leaves 5 dead and 4 injured  The Indian Express

Explosion at Spanish mine kills at least five - BBCExplosion at Spanish mine kills at least five  BBC

Spain: 5 killed, 4 injured in coal mine explosion in Degana - The TribuneSpain: 5 killed, 4 injured in coal mine explosion in Degana  The Tribune

Spain Seeks to Push Forward EU Debate on Seizing Russian Assets - MintSpain Seeks to Push Forward EU Debate on Seizing Russian Assets  Mint

Spain’s wild horses in peril – in pictures - The GuardianSpain’s wild horses in peril – in pictures  The Guardian

UK weather: Temperatures set to be higher than Greece and Spain as spring sunshine continues - Sky NewsUK weather: Temperatures set to be higher than Greece and Spain as spring sunshine continues  Sky News

Spain Judicial Body Defends Court's Decision To Overturn Dani Alves Conviction - News18Spain Judicial Body Defends Court's Decision To Overturn Dani Alves Conviction  News18

11th century church is being engulfed by rising reservoir in Spain - AccuWeather11th century church is being engulfed by rising reservoir in Spain  AccuWeather

Spain's sales of new Tesla cars rise in March, fall in first quarter - ReutersSpain's sales of new Tesla cars rise in March, fall in first quarter  Reuters

Spain offers €200 million grant for solar ingot, wafer factory - pv magazine InternationalSpain offers €200 million grant for solar ingot, wafer factory  pv magazine International

Spain to boost defense spending ahead of 2029 target - Investing.com IndiaSpain to boost defense spending ahead of 2029 target  Investing.com India

UK Set to Join France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Japan, Canada, US, South Korea, Indonesia, Mexico, and Turkey in Making Tourist Taxes the New Norm of Travel to Boost Its Tourism Sector - Travel And Tour WorldUK Set to Join France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Japan, Canada, US, South Korea, Indonesia, Mexico, and Turkey in Making Tourist Taxes the New Norm of Travel to Boost Its Tourism Sector  Travel And Tour World

Act legal Spain announces the creation of its Academic Council - Iberian LawyerAct legal Spain announces the creation of its Academic Council  Iberian Lawyer

Exclusive - Sergio Camello on ending Spain’s 32-year wait for football gold: "I believed it so much, I made it happen" - Olympics.comExclusive - Sergio Camello on ending Spain’s 32-year wait for football gold: "I believed it so much, I made it happen"  Olympics.com

Minimalist, assertive and rooted: Bojaus Arquitectura’s House X in Spain - STIRworldMinimalist, assertive and rooted: Bojaus Arquitectura’s House X in Spain  STIRworld

Spain weather alert: Rain and storms incoming - Euro Weekly NewsSpain weather alert: Rain and storms incoming  Euro Weekly News

Spain Boosts Green Hydrogen Manufacturing - Fuel Cells WorksSpain Boosts Green Hydrogen Manufacturing  Fuel Cells Works

Spain vows to meet 2% defence spending goal 'well before' 2029, no new deadline - TradingViewSpain vows to meet 2% defence spending goal 'well before' 2029, no new deadline  TradingView

Spain’s Push For Solar Manufacturing With €210 million Funding - Saur Energy InternationalSpain’s Push For Solar Manufacturing With €210 million Funding  Saur Energy International

Five dead and four injured after deadly blast at coal mine in Spain - Euronews.comFive dead and four injured after deadly blast at coal mine in Spain  Euronews.com

By The Numbers: Spain (Q2 2025) - Aviation WeekBy The Numbers: Spain (Q2 2025)  Aviation Week

Spain Gambling Market is Thriving and Set to Reach Valuation of US$ 39.82 Billion by 2033 | Astute Analytica - GlobeNewswireSpain Gambling Market is Thriving and Set to Reach Valuation of US$ 39.82 Billion by 2033 | Astute Analytica  GlobeNewswire

Why Spain stands with Palestine - Le Monde diplomatique - EnglishWhy Spain stands with Palestine  Le Monde diplomatique - English

Spain: 5 killed, 4 injured in coal mine explosion in Degana - Public TV EnglishSpain: 5 killed, 4 injured in coal mine explosion in Degana  Public TV English

Pals, Spain 56 mins - reference photo terrible but you get the jist. Yellow flowers and Pyrenees in the background ?? beautiful - InstagramPals, Spain 56 mins - reference photo terrible but you get the jist. Yellow flowers and Pyrenees in the background ?? beautiful  Instagram

Spain vows to meet 2% defence spending goal well before 2029, no new deadline - ReutersSpain vows to meet 2% defence spending goal well before 2029, no new deadline  Reuters

Train strike in Spain: Nationwide delays - Euro Weekly NewsTrain strike in Spain: Nationwide delays  Euro Weekly News

SPAIN DATA: Road fuel consumption hits 6-mth highs in February - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceSPAIN DATA: Road fuel consumption hits 6-mth highs in February  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

Spanish mine explosion kills five workers, injures four - Al JazeeraSpanish mine explosion kills five workers, injures four  Al Jazeera

Spain cracks down on Barcelona Hezbollah cell - www.israelhayom.comSpain cracks down on Barcelona Hezbollah cell  www.israelhayom.com

France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, United States, Australia, and European Union Tourists to Face New UK ETA Requirement in 2025: How Travel Plans Will Change - Travel And Tour WorldFrance, Germany, Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, United States, Australia, and European Union Tourists to Face New UK ETA Requirement in 2025: How Travel Plans Will Change  Travel And Tour World

ACCIONA Energía Powers IKEA’s V2G Charging in Spain - The EV ReportACCIONA Energía Powers IKEA’s V2G Charging in Spain  The EV Report

Survival bunker construction in Spain rises as war fears grow - Euronews.comSurvival bunker construction in Spain rises as war fears grow  Euronews.com

Five dead, four injured in Spanish coal mine accident - CNNFive dead, four injured in Spanish coal mine accident  CNN

Immigration Officials Detain Former Taliban Ambassador to Spain - The New York TimesImmigration Officials Detain Former Taliban Ambassador to Spain  The New York Times

Five people dead and four injured after explosion at Spanish coalmine - The GuardianFive people dead and four injured after explosion at Spanish coalmine  The Guardian

Spain to meet NATO defence spending goal 'well before' 2029, minister says - TradingViewSpain to meet NATO defence spending goal 'well before' 2029, minister says  TradingView

Private equity trio weighs IPO exit from Spain’s $21.6bn MasOrange telecom giant - Private Equity InsightsPrivate equity trio weighs IPO exit from Spain’s $21.6bn MasOrange telecom giant  Private Equity Insights

Spain Factory Activity Unexpectedly Shrinks Again - TradingViewSpain Factory Activity Unexpectedly Shrinks Again  TradingView

Spain Joins France, Thailand, Italy, Netherlands, Greece, Portugal, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Japan in Raising Tourist Taxes, Setting a New Travel Trend - Travel And Tour WorldSpain Joins France, Thailand, Italy, Netherlands, Greece, Portugal, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Japan in Raising Tourist Taxes, Setting a New Travel Trend  Travel And Tour World

Spain's Manufacturing Faces Challenges As Activity Declines - FinimizeSpain's Manufacturing Faces Challenges As Activity Declines  Finimize

Spain’s manufacturing activity contracts again in March, PMI shows By Reuters - Investing.comSpain’s manufacturing activity contracts again in March, PMI shows By Reuters  Investing.com

Spain’s Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas retires last A340 - ch-aviationSpain’s Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas retires last A340  ch-aviation

New venture expands market presence in Spain and Portugal - Labmate OnlineNew venture expands market presence in Spain and Portugal  Labmate Online

Spain’s €20bn telecoms group MasOrange explores IPO - Financial TimesSpain’s €20bn telecoms group MasOrange explores IPO  Financial Times

New secure truck parking sites in Spain and Italy - Trans.INFONew secure truck parking sites in Spain and Italy  Trans.INFO

Government calls for “calm and dialogue” following Trump’s measures against Repsol’s operations in Venezuela - thediplomatinspain.comGovernment calls for “calm and dialogue” following Trump’s measures against Repsol’s operations in Venezuela  thediplomatinspain.com

Missing Powys man Jason Taylor found after boarding pass issue - BBCMissing Powys man Jason Taylor found after boarding pass issue  BBC

Spain’s Deadliest Mine Blast in Decades Kills Five, Injures Four - News Central TVSpain’s Deadliest Mine Blast in Decades Kills Five, Injures Four  News Central TV

Spain and Brazil cement place in Telefónica core - TelcoTitans.comSpain and Brazil cement place in Telefónica core  TelcoTitans.com

Spain Logistics Market Size to Surpass USD 95.2 Billion by 2033 | Exhibiting CAGR of 3.46% - openPR.comSpain Logistics Market Size to Surpass USD 95.2 Billion by 2033 | Exhibiting CAGR of 3.46%  openPR.com

NIMBUS GROUP EXPANDS DEALER NETWORK IN SPAIN THROUGH AGREEMENT WITH A&P MARINE IN DENIA - TradingViewNIMBUS GROUP EXPANDS DEALER NETWORK IN SPAIN THROUGH AGREEMENT WITH A&P MARINE IN DENIA  TradingView

China, Japan, India, Malaysia, Russia, Turkey, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan ,Italy, Poland, Spain, South Korea And More Countries Propel Gilan’s Tourism To New Heights With Over Six Million Visitors During Nowruz China, Japan, India, Malaysia, Russia, Turkey, - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Japan, India, Malaysia, Russia, Turkey, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan ,Italy, Poland, Spain, South Korea And More Countries Propel Gilan’s Tourism To New Heights With Over Six Million Visitors During Nowruz China, Japan, India, Malaysia, Russia, Turkey,  Travel And Tour World

Sato, United Quickest On Day 2 Of Testing In Spain - dailysportscar.comSato, United Quickest On Day 2 Of Testing In Spain  dailysportscar.com

New data links waste incinerators to toxic contamination in surrounding environments - Spain, France, Netherlands - Zero Waste EuropeNew data links waste incinerators to toxic contamination in surrounding environments - Spain, France, Netherlands  Zero Waste Europe

Spain brings back €10,000 electric car grants – here’s who qualifies - Euro Weekly NewsSpain brings back €10,000 electric car grants – here’s who qualifies  Euro Weekly News

Spain was the third most important destination for Peruvian mangoes in February - FreshPlazaSpain was the third most important destination for Peruvian mangoes in February  FreshPlaza

Cinven-backed Synlab completes sale of its clinical diagnostics ops in Spain - pehub.comCinven-backed Synlab completes sale of its clinical diagnostics ops in Spain  pehub.com

???? Spain: Dos Hermanas to Host a Reception for Melody on April 7 - Eurovoix???? Spain: Dos Hermanas to Host a Reception for Melody on April 7  Eurovoix

Germany, France, Spain, Italy, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland Tourists Are Again Rethinking to Travel to United States - Travel And Tour WorldGermany, France, Spain, Italy, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland Tourists Are Again Rethinking to Travel to United States  Travel And Tour World

Report: Former Taliban envoy to Spain detained by US immigration authorities - Amu TVReport: Former Taliban envoy to Spain detained by US immigration authorities  Amu TV

Spain extends high-speed network to Jaén - International Railway JournalSpain extends high-speed network to Jaén  International Railway Journal

Smartee Accelerates Globalization with GS Technology in Spain - PR Newswire UKSmartee Accelerates Globalization with GS Technology in Spain  PR Newswire UK

Real Madrid’s 16-year-old wonderkid caught in tug-of-war between Spain and Brazil - Madrid UniversalReal Madrid’s 16-year-old wonderkid caught in tug-of-war between Spain and Brazil  Madrid Universal

Heavy rainfall fills Spain's reservoirs — and brings flash flooding - Euronews.comHeavy rainfall fills Spain's reservoirs — and brings flash flooding  Euronews.com

Spain: Falling new orders and inventory destocking weighs on manufacturing sector during March - Forex FactorySpain: Falling new orders and inventory destocking weighs on manufacturing sector during March  Forex Factory

Where cider houses rule in Spain: a tour of Asturias | Spain holidays - The GuardianWhere cider houses rule in Spain: a tour of Asturias | Spain holidays  The Guardian

Spain goes digital with new mobile ID app - Euro Weekly NewsSpain goes digital with new mobile ID app  Euro Weekly News

France's M&P, Spain's Repsol say Venezuela oil licences revoked by US - ReutersFrance's M&P, Spain's Repsol say Venezuela oil licences revoked by US  Reuters

How Housing Speculation Created Environmental Crisis in Spain - JacobinHow Housing Speculation Created Environmental Crisis in Spain  Jacobin

Spain: At least 5 dead after blast at Asturias coal mine - DWSpain: At least 5 dead after blast at Asturias coal mine  DW

France and Spain inflation data, ECB survey bolster case for rate cuts - ReutersFrance and Spain inflation data, ECB survey bolster case for rate cuts  Reuters

Spain March manufacturing PMI 49.5 vs 49.9 expected - ForexliveSpain March manufacturing PMI 49.5 vs 49.9 expected  Forexlive

Spain, Portugal And Morocco Explore New Horizons With Modu Tour’s High-End Travel Packages Featuring Iconic Sights, Luxury Accommodations And Direct Flights - Travel And Tour WorldSpain, Portugal And Morocco Explore New Horizons With Modu Tour’s High-End Travel Packages Featuring Iconic Sights, Luxury Accommodations And Direct Flights  Travel And Tour World

Bluefin producers in Mexico, Spain brace for Trump tariffs - Undercurrent NewsBluefin producers in Mexico, Spain brace for Trump tariffs  Undercurrent News

Spain’s Nile virus battle begins after rains boost deadly mosquito threat - Euro Weekly NewsSpain’s Nile virus battle begins after rains boost deadly mosquito threat  Euro Weekly News

Spanish Civil Guard begins operation against Hezbollah members in Spain - The Jerusalem PostSpanish Civil Guard begins operation against Hezbollah members in Spain  The Jerusalem Post

Chiefs expand global footprint as they conquer new markets in Ireland, Spain and UK igniting international Chiefs Kingdom frenzy - MotorcycleSportsChiefs expand global footprint as they conquer new markets in Ireland, Spain and UK igniting international Chiefs Kingdom frenzy  MotorcycleSports

Digital Nomad Visa: a gateway to living and working in Spain - Sur in EnglishDigital Nomad Visa: a gateway to living and working in Spain  Sur in English

Rooney Supports Alexander-Arnold's Rumoured Real Madrid Switch, Says 'I Was Tempted By Move To Spain Too' - CricketnmoreRooney Supports Alexander-Arnold's Rumoured Real Madrid Switch, Says 'I Was Tempted By Move To Spain Too'  Cricketnmore

Telefónica to look into any consolidation options for business arising in Spain, Germany and UK - The Corner .euTelefónica to look into any consolidation options for business arising in Spain, Germany and UK  The Corner .eu

‘A magnificent spectacle’: Madrid–Lisbon HS link edges closer with 300 km/h tests in Spain’s most underserved rail region - RailTech.com‘A magnificent spectacle’: Madrid–Lisbon HS link edges closer with 300 km/h tests in Spain’s most underserved rail region  RailTech.com

Goldman’s Spain Head Wrote Scathing Op-Eds on Country’s Premier - Bloomberg.comGoldman’s Spain Head Wrote Scathing Op-Eds on Country’s Premier  Bloomberg.com

Spain allocates more than €210 million to solar PV manufacturing - PV TechSpain allocates more than €210 million to solar PV manufacturing  PV Tech

The Sprudge Guide To Coffee In Granada, Spain - SprudgeThe Sprudge Guide To Coffee In Granada, Spain  Sprudge

Spain grants €46m in subsidies to manufacturers of green hydrogen electrolysers and components - Hydrogen InsightSpain grants €46m in subsidies to manufacturers of green hydrogen electrolysers and components  Hydrogen Insight

Brit spends under £100 on one-day trip to Spain - Yahoo News UKBrit spends under £100 on one-day trip to Spain  Yahoo News UK

Spain’s huge ghost hotel — and why they can’t knock it down - Financial TimesSpain’s huge ghost hotel — and why they can’t knock it down  Financial Times

Saudi Joins France, China, Italy, UAE, Spain, Brazil, India, South Africa as Canada Issues New Critical Travel Advisory: What It Means For the Tourism Sector - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Joins France, China, Italy, UAE, Spain, Brazil, India, South Africa as Canada Issues New Critical Travel Advisory: What It Means For the Tourism Sector  Travel And Tour World

Commission pays an advance of €100 million to Spain for post-DANA storm recovery - EU ReporterCommission pays an advance of €100 million to Spain for post-DANA storm recovery  EU Reporter

Israel outperforms Germany, Spain in global ranking of 'safe countries' - YnetnewsIsrael outperforms Germany, Spain in global ranking of 'safe countries'  Ynetnews

Juanma Rodríguez Aims and Fires: 'If Real Madrid Didn't Exist, Spain Would Be...' - madrid-barcelona.comJuanma Rodríguez Aims and Fires: 'If Real Madrid Didn't Exist, Spain Would Be...'  madrid-barcelona.com

Scariolo on NBA’s impact in Europe, Spain’s next leaders, future coaching plans - BasketNews.comScariolo on NBA’s impact in Europe, Spain’s next leaders, future coaching plans  BasketNews.com

Spain backs Sateliot with $15 million to expand connectivity constellation - SpaceNewsSpain backs Sateliot with $15 million to expand connectivity constellation  SpaceNews

Spain Incorporates Moroccan Culture, Green March into School Curriculum - Morocco World NewsSpain Incorporates Moroccan Culture, Green March into School Curriculum  Morocco World News

Construction of private bunkers in Spain rises 200% as fears of war in Europe grow - Yahoo News UKConstruction of private bunkers in Spain rises 200% as fears of war in Europe grow  Yahoo News UK

Spain vs. Argentina Finalissima Showdown Scheduled for March 2026 – Latest Updates - MotorcycleSportsSpain vs. Argentina Finalissima Showdown Scheduled for March 2026 – Latest Updates  MotorcycleSports

IAEA Follow-up Mission Recognizes Spain’s Continued Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)IAEA Follow-up Mission Recognizes Spain’s Continued Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety  International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Spain pledges to reach NATO defense spending goal before 2029 - Seeking AlphaSpain pledges to reach NATO defense spending goal before 2029  Seeking Alpha

40 cities in Spain brace for mass housing protests on Saturday - The Local Spain40 cities in Spain brace for mass housing protests on Saturday  The Local Spain

Dozens evacuated after flooding hits central and northern Spain - Euronews.comDozens evacuated after flooding hits central and northern Spain  Euronews.com

Devastating rainfall hits Spain in yet another flood-related disaster - World Meteorological Organization WMODevastating rainfall hits Spain in yet another flood-related disaster  World Meteorological Organization WMO