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Analysis-Spain's Sanchez reaps gains from anti-Trump stance, testing ties with U.S
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (906+ words) MADRID, Feb 20 (Reuters) - Pedro Sanchez's thinly veiled criticisms of U.S. policy play well with his voters but are irritating Spain's powerful ally, where political advisers close to the White House warn the Socialist prime minister to watch his step. From condemning…...
What is the 17th Century Swash Channel shipwreck?
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (508+ words) Archaeologists are excavating timbers from a suspected 17th Century shipwreck revealed on a beach after winter storms. The remains were discovered at the National Trust-owned Studland Bay, in Dorset, on 28 January. They are believed to form a missing piece of the…...
Germany's Merz joins calls for social media limits for children
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (322+ words) BERLIN, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Chancellor Friedrich Merz backed growing calls in Germany for controls on access to social media platforms by children, saying he had become increasingly persuaded "of the need for compulsory limits by evidence of the harm done by…...
The Tell-Tale Signs To Look For When Finding A Locals' Bar In Spain, According To Rick Steves
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (613+ words) To eat like a local in the iconic Mediterranean country of Spain, follow Rick Steves' advice and look for these elements when choosing a restaurant. Spain made the news for welcoming a record-high 96.8 million visitors in 2025 (via Euronews). But why…...
Polish bishop on trial over alleged delays in reporting claims of child abuse by priests
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (337+ words) It is the first time a Polish bishop is on trial over sexual abuse allegedly committed by priests under his authority. The Catholic Church has long been the highest moral authority in Poland, having played an inspirational role during occupation…...
Spain confirms Gaudi designed remote forest building
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (362+ words) By Christophe Van Der Perre, Nacho Doce and Joan Faus LA POBLA DE LILLET, Spain, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Spanish authorities said on Wednesday renowned modernist architect Antoni Gaudi "designed a building in a remote forest area of Catalonia, ending speculation over…...
The Meat Rick Steves Doesn't Mind Splurging On While In Spain
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (581+ words) European travel expert Rick Steves is renowned for his tips on saving money without sacrificing authenticity, but with this meat, he doesn't mind paying up. When it comes to European travel advice, Rick Steves sets the gold standard. While he's…...
Spain Orders Criminal Investigation Into X, Meta, and TikTok
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (524+ words) The Spanish government has called for an investigation into social media giants X, Meta, and TikTok over their alleged role in producing and spreading AI-generated child sexual abuse material. S'nchez criticized tech giants at the time for failing to censor'or…...
Naked man tries to jump out of airplane mid-flight in viral video
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (393+ words) Take a recent AirAsia flight for example. Cameras were rolling when a man started getting agitated during the flight, and they were still rolling some time later when he jumped out of the airplane and then tried to evade authorities…...
The best cruises to book this year for all budgets
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (1089+ words) Cruises can offer a hassle-free route to bucket-list adventures, while simplifying the process of holiday planning. The outdated perception of cruises as overcrowded, overly structured, or exclusively for older generations is rapidly fading. Mike Graham, known as Mr Cruise on…...