GlobalPost — Spain

A kick in the buck

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:25:27 +0000

Why the elimination of a tax break could spell the end of glory days for Spanish club soccer.

What feta and reindeer meat have in common

Paul Ames — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:53:45 +0000

Serbs become the latest to worry that their ethnic cuisine will be registered by an EU country.

Spanish teens fight for their right ... to par-tay.

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:21:23 +0000

Botellones, or binge-drinking parties, persist in Spain despite bans, complaints and the odd cooking class.

How un-Spanish can you get?

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:13:19 +0000

Why it might take more than a bullfighting ban to put an end to the centuries'-old custom in Catalonia.

Nuclear energy might not be on its way out in Spain after all

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:33:59 +0000

The extension of a power plant's life in Spain heats up debate about the value and role of nuclear power in tomorrow's world.

Spain strives for American appreciation

Michael Moffett — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:42:01 +0000

Will Prime Minister Zapatero's visit to the White House give Spain a nudge on the international stage?

Binge drinking among Spanish teens on the rise

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:21:56 +0000

In a troubled society, traditions make it easy to look the other way.

It ain't over till Vaclav Klaus sings

Teri Schultz — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:34:42 +0000

The Irish have given their all-important "aye" to the Lisbon Treaty, but another obstacle exists: the anti-EU Czech president.

2016 Olympics: Three funerals and a party

Thomas Mucha — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:13:14 +0000

Rio rocks. Chicago, Madrid and Tokyo mope.

The 2016 Olympics: The betting odds

Mark Starr — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:12:48 +0000

President Obama is headed to Copenhagen. Will it matter?

So, you think you can cook?

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:56:10 +0000

San Sebastian has traditionally been chock full of ace chefs. With a new culinary school in the works, soon you can be one of them.

That Russian ship? Still idling.

Miriam Elder — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:18:59 +0000

As the Arctic Sea remains off the coast of the Canary Islands, questions about its cargo deepen.

G20 Pittsburgh: They meet again

Michael Goldfarb — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:13:12 +0000

Opinion: The world does not hold its breath.

Vultures are making a comeback

Michael Moffett — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:38:18 +0000

Spain finds out that it needs nature’s “bad guys” after all.

The Airbus v. Boeing slugfest

Thomas Mucha — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:48:59 +0000

It's about subsidies. But only on the surface.

Don't kiss. Say hello.

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 13:13:02 +0000

Despite warnings, it will take more than a measly flu to keep Spaniards from puckering up.

A driving force in road construction

Michael Moffett — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:49:37 +0000

Spain's infrastructure giants prepare Madrid for the Olympics, and eye Obama's stimulus money.

The future of solar power

Tom Abate — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 01:23:11 +0000

A steep decline in demand and prices could move production to Asia and away from more expensive German manufacturers.

Madrilenos flock to traditional terrazas

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:27:25 +0000

Sitting out the crisis: Spaniards may be stuck at home this summer, but they aren’t staying indoors.

New questions about Legionaries of Christ

Jason Berry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:50:50 +0000

A woman claiming to be the mother of Fr. Maciel's daughter speaks.

The unusual suspects

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 12:29:47 +0000

Thieves are stealing diapers and fruit. And they aren't lifetime criminals, but heads of households.

Showing love and desire in Arab films

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:28:57 +0000

Outdoor movie theaters are part of Spain's summer landscape — this year, with a risque twist.

Holding hands in public

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 14:51:21 +0000

Four years after Spain legalized gay marriage, gay couples say mainstream attitudes have changed.

A second chance for wolves and Mastiff dogs

Michael Moffett — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:58:47 +0000

Livestock breeders turn to man's best friend as wolves threaten their herds.

The Spanish military's makeover

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:07:03 +0000

Spain's military makes a dramatic turnaround from its days as the enforcer of Franco's dictatorship.

A bulldozer with your sangria?

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:08:56 +0000

Spain's iconic beach bars face demolition in the name of coastal protection.

Just when you thought it was swimming season ...

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 16:34:15 +0000

Jellyfish invade Mediterranean beaches, alarming scientists and sunbathers.

Villains of the world beware

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:10:43 +0000

Spain's courts have sought justice for victims from Argentina to China — but some governments aren't pleased with this do-gooder attitude.

Taking advantage of EU apathy

Cristina Mateo-Yanguas — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:17:01 +0000

UPyD hopes its non-professional candidates connect with voters in a way politicians can't.

Quaffing in the Canary Islands

Cathy Huyghe — Thu, 21 May 2009 14:33:43 +0000

You have to go to Gran Canaria to taste the wine made there.

The mysteries inside Columbus' casket

Michael Moffett — Thu, 21 May 2009 10:35:16 +0000

Spain and the Dominican Republic are still arguing over who has the explorer's real remains.

The Great Recession of 2009

Thomas Mucha — Sat, 16 May 2009 11:45:58 +0000

One step forward, one step back?