Pop Star Shakira Accuses Spanish Authorities of ‘Burning’ Her ‘at the Stake’
Pop superstar Shakira has accused Spanish authorities of “burning her at the stake” after settling a $15 million tax fraud case last year. “What was most frustrating was that state institutions seemed more interested in publicly burning me at the stake than listening to my reasons. Now, I think it's time to fight back,” Shakira […]
Teen Spanish soccer phenom Lamine Yamal’s dad in serious condition after being stabbed
The father of world-famous soccer player Ramin Yamal was stabbed in a car park in Mataro, Spain, on Wednesday night and rushed to a local hospital, according to multiple reports. Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia Mounir Nasraoui was reportedly involved in an altercation with a local resident while walking his dog, which led to a fight […]
Katy Perry’s music video ‘Lifetimes’ under investigation by Spanish authorities
The company that produced the music video for Katy Perry’s new song, “Lifetimes,” is under investigation for allegedly filming the singer in a protected natural area. in videoPerry appeared, apparently without authorization, on the sand dunes of Ses Salines Natural Park, a protected area on the Spanish islands of Ibiza and Formentera. Local media reported […]
Spanish island investigates Katy Perry video over possible damage to dunes | Katy Perry
Katy Perry is under investigation for possible environmental damage to the protected sand dunes of Espalmador following the release of the Ibiza-set music video for her new single, “Lifetimes.” The Balearic Islands Environment Agency press release On Tuesday, they claimed the video’s production company had not obtained proper permission before filming. The song’s video, directed […]
‘We couldn’t put her with anyone’: Spanish Olympic boxing coach says Imane Khelif ‘hurt’ several women at training camp
A former Olympian and current Spanish boxing coach has criticised the participation of athletes who are said to have male chromosomes in the Olympics. Rafael Lozano, a former boxer and current coach of the Spanish national team, spoke to Spanish media. Radio Marca Controversial Olympic boxers Imane Kheriff and Lin Yuting. Both won gold medals […]
Spanish Boxing Trainer Says Olympic Fighter Who Failed IBA Gender Tests Was Considered Too Dangerous to Train with Women
Former Olympic boxer and Olympic boxing trainer Rafa Lozano said at a recent boxing camp in Spain that Algerian Olympic boxer Imane Kherif was deemed too dangerous for women to train with. Spanish boxer and trainer said Radio Marca said it would be “unfair” to allow Kherif to box as a woman at the Paris […]
José Pizarro’s recipe for warm green bean salad with crispy jamón and mahon | Spanish food and drink
HMidsummer is the perfect season for British grown kidney beans, not least because their flavour far surpasses that of the imported beans available all year round. In today’s recipe we’ll pair the goodness of this seasonal vegetable with Mahón, a delicious semi-hard cheese from the Balearic Islands. With its vibrant orange rind rubbed with paprika, […]
Keir Starmer and Spanish PM reportedly discussed youth mobility scheme | Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer has reportedly discussed a possible youth mobility scheme with the Spanish Prime Minister. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is said to have made the proposal to Starmer during a closed-door meeting during the European Political Community leaders’ summit at Blenheim Palace earlier this month. According to the Sunday Telegraph, Starmer did not reject the […]
Flying the flag: Spanish fans gather in Madrid to cheer on team | Euro 2024
What Plaza de Colón in the center of Madrid lacks in elegance and romance, it more than makes up for in patriotic fervor and the allure of its extraordinary flags. By 8pm local time on Sunday, the square was filled with thousands of spectators gathered around giant screens to cheer on Spain. La Roja They […]
Who is Lamine Yamal, the teenage Spanish soccer prodigy?
The world’s next footballing genius was born. Lamine Yamal, a 16-year-old from Spain, became an international sensation in the summer of 2024 when he represented his country at the UEFA European Championship. Yamal became the youngest player to score in a men’s European Championship match in Spain’s 2-1 win over France in the semi-final on […]