Catalonia
Bones stored in box for decades turn out to be Neanderthal remains
Researchers have identified the remains of at least three Neanderthals who lived more than 50,000 years ago from bones found at a cave site.
Neanderthal discovery reveals how they smashed skeletons to eat marrow
Researchers have uncovered evidence of a group of Neanderthals that hunted deer around 60,000 years ago.
Woman accused of posing as a doctor and working for months in ER
The woman had been working under a senior doctor and co-workers said the only seemingly odd thing about her was that she asked a lot of questions.
Gateway to ancient city abandoned thousands of years ago discovered
At its peak the Iberian city of Ullastret is thought to have housed more than 6,000 people but may have been abandoned as a consequence of the second Punic war.
Neanderthals cannibalized juveniles, archaeologists discover
Cannibalism does not appear to have been widespread among Neanderthals but evidence from a site in Spain shows that among some groups it was more common.
Airline fined for telling female flight attendants to wear makeup
The airline also made it a requirement for flight attendants to wear high heels.
World's oldest person Maria Branyas did this until she was 108 years old
American-born Spaniard Maria Branyas Morera, aged 115 years and 320 days old, became the world's oldest person following the death of the previous title holder.
Russian Oligarch Sergey Protosenya and Family Found Dead in Spain
The incident comes amid reports from Moscow of another executive linked to a gas company who also allegedly killed his wife and daughter before committing suicide.
Regional Curfews Imposed in Spain to Curb COVID Surge
The nation is seeing a sharp rise in coronavirus infections as the fast-spreading Delta variant races through the country's unvaccinated young people.
Spain Releasing Catalan Separatists From Jail, Banned From Public Office
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the release was "the best decision for Catalonia and the best decision for Spain."
Skeleton of Man Who Died Two Years Ago Found in Apartment
The public prosecutor said the skeleton was found "fleshless" and fully clothed. Investigators do not suspect foul play, and believe the man may have died after falling.
Video Shows Protesters Spraying Paint at Police in Spain to Halt Eviction
Tensions escalate in Spain during the housing crisis, as a video from a protest on Tuesday shows protesters spraying paint at police.
Man Driving Wrong Way Down Highway With Dead Body in Front Seat Arrested
Officers arriving at the scene of a crash found the body of an elderly man in an advanced state of decomposition, strapped into the front passenger seat.
Spain, Freedom of Expression and the Real Threats Against Democracy
The biggest threats to rule of law, peacekeeping and individual freedoms in Spain and Europe stem from violent expressions of exclusionary nationalism and populism.
Spain is the EU's Biggest Threat, Not Russia
Spain's persistent abuse of Catalan activists is not in line with safeguarding the democratic morals of the European Union.
Man Busted With 16 Bags of Heroin Under His Face Mask
The visibly nervous suspect was stopped by traffic control in El Vendrell, Catalonia, Spain.
Video: Riot Police Charge at Protesters as Clashes Break Out in Catalonia
Nine Catalan leaders were sentenced to between nine and 13 years in prison by the Spanish supreme court on Monday.
'Little Red Riding Hood' Banned in Catalonia for Sexism
Taber School in Barcelona said nearly a third of its children's books were "toxic."
The Plan of Catalonian Secessionists Will Fail
"There are no political prisoners in Spain. The Catalan politicians…have created their own predicament when they violated the Spanish Constitution and the Catalan Statute of Autonomy."
It's Been A Year And Catalonia Is Still Not Free
The EU's de facto tolerance of the violence last year, and over the existence of political prisoners and exiled leaders, sends an alarming message for the future of Europe.
Assange Told to Look After His Cat to Get Internet Back
The Embassy of Ecuador in London cut the WikiLeaks founder's web access in March, accusing him of damaging Ecuador's relations with other nations.
Drone Photos of Catalonia's Human Towers
The human towers are impressive enough when seen from the ground, but it takes a drone to really appreciate their size and complexity.
Did Russia Fuel Separatism in Spain?
Catalonia's leadership denies Russia interfered in their bid for independence from Spain.
Killer Who Wrote 'Hitler Was Right' in Blood Arrested
The suspect allegedly believed in Nazi ideology and bragged to friends about killing a gay man.
Election Meddling Is Hard Work, Says Russia's Lavrov
Moscow's top diplomat joked that Russia had a "tough year" interfering in every election in the world, regrets it so far failed to topple the Japanese emperor.
Europe Must Resolve the Catalonia Secession Issue
The two main Catalan banks and hundreds of other firms have begun moving their headquarters elsewhere in Spain.
Felipe Should Abdicate to Solve Spain's Catalan Crisis
His departure would lead to the Third Spanish Republic, new governments in Madrid and Barcelona, and to a constitutional assembly.
Spain Should Let the Catalans Decide Their Own Future
90 percent of Catalans voted for independence on October 1, but the turnout was only 43 percent.
What Happens Next After Crunch Speech in Catalonia
Carles Puigdemont, the region's president, addressed the parliament Tuesday.
Can Madrid Stop Catalonia From Breaking Free?
The referendum revealed a deeply divided society, and the lack of a clear and legal path to secession from Spain.