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The mosque in the cathedral - Spanish identity politics
WITH its Moorish arches and golden mihrab, the mosque-cathedral of Córdoba is one of the top tourist destinations in Spain. (2017)
Robert Goodwin on 16th-century Spain - Quick Study
ROBERT GOODWIN is research fellow at University College London and author of “Crossing the Continent 1527-1540” (2009) and “Spain: The Centre of th... (2017)
Global power - Spain’s golden age
Spain: The Centre of the World 1519-1682. By Robert Goodwin. Bloomsbury; 587 pages; $40 and £30. HABSBURG Spain in the 16th century was the world’... (2017)
Forward defence - How Spain deals with migrants
What other Europeans can learn from Spanish efforts to limit illegal migration. THE rubbish-strewn beach at Hann, a suburb of Dakar, Senegal’s c... (2017)
Out of sync with the sun... - The time in Spain
IN THE summer, Spaniards enjoy their long evenings, having a drink at a pavement terraza before dining at 10pm or later. Yet the evenings are far l... (2017)
Workers in southern Europe are stuck in lousy jobs - The tempest
EMA ZELIKOVITCH, a 24-year-old philosophy graduate in Madrid, takes a deep breath before listing the jobs she has held over the past few years. Whi... (2017)
The parable of Gibraltar and Britain - Bagehot
DAWN’S rays crest the palm and date fronds. Lights on the African coast pulsate gently through the February haze. In the shadows falling from the s... (2017)
Explaining the lack of rain in Spain (and Italy) - Mediterranean drought
THE Gonella Hut, more than 3,000 metres up on the Italian side of Monte Bianco, should be bustling with climbers in August. Instead, it is empty. D... (2017)
Spain Will Remove Catalonia Leader, Escalating Secession Crisis
New York Times, 2017: "Mariano Rajoy, in an unexpectedly forceful move, said Madrid would take control of the independence-minded region, pushing ... (2017)
Malaga, Spain: Picasso’s home town is thriving
Spain. Sunshine in Malaga Valley. But will Málaga fall victim to its own success? | Europe (2025)
Madrid is booming. Growing while keeping its cool will be the tricky part
A southern success story | Europe Madrid. A moment in the sun. (2024)
Help me LP! What is the one train trip that can include the best of Spain?
Spain expert Isabella Noble recommends two itineraries for taking in beaches, cities and out-of-the-way destinations in sensational Spain. (2023)
International plotters - Bulgarians have been Europe’s gardeners longer than you think
Doing Europeans’ dirty work ever since the Ottoman Empire (2020)
6 Stops on the Hunt for the Holy Grail
Tracing history’s most elusive holy relic will lead you to these real places. While the Holy Grail is generally thought of as mythology, some b... (2017)
The Catalan question continues to divide - In two minds || The Economist
VIC, A PROSPEROUS town of 43,000 people about 90 minutes north of Barcelona, is sometimes called “the capital of Catalan Catalonia”. Almost every b... (2018)
Spain’s democracy is about to turn 40. How well has it worn? - The Economist Special Report
The 40-year itch "MANY OF THE photos seem older than they are. In black and white, they show Spaniards wrapped in overcoats, the men with sidebu... (2018)
Lessons from Spain’s recovery after the euro crisis || The Economist
Taking the pain out of Spain "JUST six years ago Spain seemed to be the European Union’s biggest economic calamity, menacing the survival of the... (2018)
Why Europeans slack off in August - The Economist explains
MANY Europeans wishing to build a house, see a dentist or buy a baguette this month will have been disappointed. A surprising number of businesses ... (2018)
Taking Back Power: An Upstart Government Plans to Tokenize Energy - CoinDesk
“The plan is to incentivize solar power generation by circumventing rules inhibiting its adoption... trading is not with the utility company but be... (2018)
The 12 Best Hostels in Barcelona (Updated 2023)
If you're looking for a place to stay in Barcelona, here is a comprehensive list of the best hostels in the city! (2020)
Factorial adds $120M and doubles valuation to $1B to build enterprise-quality HR for SMBs • TechCrunch
Big money for an HR startup targeting the little guys (2022)
Spanish proptech Clikalia secures $518M in debt & equity to advance iBuyer model in Europe
Spanish proptech Clikalia has secured $518 million in debt and equity in what is among the largest venture capital rounds raised in Spain to date. ... (2021)
Spain’s ten-year plan to put startups in the economic driving seat – TechCrunch
Spain is preparing to push forward with pro-startup legislation, having recently unveiled a big and bold transformation plan with the headline goal... (2021)
Spain moves closer to passing a startup law – TechCrunch
Spain’s government has agreed on the details of a draft startup law — passing the baton to the parliament to debate and potentially amend the plan ... (2021)
How did Europe become the richest part of the world? | Aeon Essays
In a time of great powers and empires, just one region of the world experienced extraordinary economic growth. How? How and why did the modern w... (2021)
TheVentureCity celebrates first exit - and reveals details of next fund - Refresh Miami
This week, Miami-based TheVentureCity announced its first major exit when Spanish-led fintech Returnly, founded by Eduardo Vilar, was acquired for... (2021)
Spain: international students generate €3.8 billion annually
News and business analysis for Professionals in International Education “ The enrolment of international students in Spain generates €3.8 billio... (2021)
10 of the best novels set in Spain – that will take you there | Literary trips
10 of the best novels set in Spain – that will take you there | Literary trips | The Guardian (2020)
Spain’s new high-speed trains make it Europe’s rail capital
Friday saw the launch of iryo – the latest company to enter Spain’s fast train market, which is already pretty crowded. State carrier Renfe was jo... (2020)
10 Types of European Breads With Fascinating Stories
Sure, you know Germany has pretzels and France has baguettes; but do you know how these carby delights came to be? Learn the history of bread from ... (2020)
The History of the EU with David Mitchell.
YouTube: OpenLearn from The Open University (2017)
The European Union Explained
YouTube: The European Union Explained* (2017)
Barcelona SCAMS: Tips For Avoiding Crime and Pickpockets in Spain.
SUBSCRIBE FOR ALL MY TRAVEL ADVENTURES AND TIPS! On this week's episode, I show you the most common scams to look our for when visiting Barcelona, ... (2024)
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BACKPACKING AROUND EUROPE | what it costs, budget travel tips, how to find hostels
Here is my complete how to guide on backpacking around Europe! I go over transportation options, how to find accommodation, budget travel tips to m... (2024)
We were BOTH Robbed in Madrid (and how not to be)
My Madrid city guide includes safety tips and how to avoid common scams: Learn Spanish with Lingoda... (2023)
Basque Country - Northern Spain, Southern France
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | The homeland of the proud and resilient Basque people is split between France and Spain. From our San Sebastián ... (2023)
Why Didn't the Allies Get Rid of Franco After the Second World War? (Short Animated Documentary)
Given Franco's preferences during the Second World War (despite his official neutrality) along with his government's ideology, why didn't the allie... (2023)
European Travel Skills with Rick Steves
Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Rick Steves shares the essential skills for smart European travel: itinerary planning, packing light, getting ca... (2023)
Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | We roam the region of Castile, starting in Toledo — so well-preserved and packed with cultural wonder that the e... (2023)
Rick Steves' Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain
Join Rick as he weaves Andalucía's rich mix of culture, cuisine, history, and natural wonders into a 60-minute special. The hour includes the major... (2023)
Napoleon's Great Blunder: Spain and Portugal 1808
In 1808, Napoleon's rivalry with Britain led to an ill-fated intervention in Portugal and Spain, that sparked a nationalist revolt against the Fren... (2023)
The Alhambra Explained
Explore with me the medieval citadel of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain, and its precious Nasrid Palaces seen from an architectural point of view. I... (2023)
Why wasn't Portugal conquered by Spain?
Why wasn't Portugal conquered by Spain? (2023)
Why Spain (Still) Has Cities in Africa
Why Spain (Still) Has Cities in Africa (2023)
Why 70% of Spain is Empty
Why 70% of Spain is Empty (2022)
Barcelona's $1.3bn debt
Barcelona’s $1.3bn debt. (2021)
TRAIL MIX: 920km Along the Camino de Santiago
Come walk with us on the Camino Frances from St. Jean Pied de Port, France to the 'End of the World' in Finisterre, Spain. Here's how the math brea... (2020)
Barcelona Microadventure - Hiking and Camping
I spoke at a conference in Barcelona recently. The client kindly put me up for the night in a very posh hotel. I enjoyed it very much! But I extend... (2018)