Lucia Benavides
Stories
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Science
Catalonia Is Set To Launch Its Own Space Agency. Will It Fly?
Leaders in Spain's northeastern region have pushed for independence from the country. Now they want to go their own way in space, launching a first nanosatellite this month from Kazakhstan.
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World
Critics Deride Catalonia's Attempt To Create A Space Agency
The Spanish province of Catalonia is forming its own space agency to stimulate the high-tech industry. Critics see it as another attempt to separate the region from Spain.
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World
Former King of Spain To Leave The Country Amid Investigation Into Financial Scandals
The former king of Spain, Juan Carlos, says he is leaving the country to "preserve his legacy and personal dignity" as he faces an investigation into a series of financial scandals.
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Europe
Shut Indoors For More Than A Month, Spanish Children Allowed Out Starting Sunday
After mounting pressure from parents and political leaders, the Spanish government announced that children will be allowed outside, accompanied by an adult, for one hour each day.
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Health
In Spain, Pandemic Restrictions Mean Children Aren't Allowed Outside Their Homes
Under Spain's state of emergency, kids aren't allowed outside their homes. Many have not been out since mid-March. Some local laws would loosen the restrictions, but need central government approval.
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Health
Spain Briefly Passes Italy In COVID-19 Cases But Officials See Growth Rate Slowing
Despite the increase, Spain's figures suggest the rate of new infections has begun to slow, according to a spokeswoman for the government's health emergency center.
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Health
Spanish Military Finds Dead Bodies And Seniors 'Completely Abandoned' In Care Homes
The Spanish military found residents of some care homes "completely abandoned" and "dead in their beds," Spain's defense minister announced Monday. Spain has more than 39,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
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World
Spain Cancels Placido Domingo Concerts Over Sex Abuse Allegations
Spain's culture ministry has canceled upcoming concerts featuring opera great Placido Domingo following reports of a years-long pattern of sexual abuse by the tenor.
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Arts & Life
Why Labeling Antonio Banderas A 'Person Of Color' Triggers Such A Backlash
When media called him one of the few actors of color nominated for an Oscar, many Spaniards mocked the term or got angry.
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Food
In Northeast Spain, Catalonia Kicks Off Green Onion Season
Winter barbecues are a tradition in Catalonia. Instead of meat on the grill, it's locally grown onions. Family and friends get together to grill and eat the onions with a traditional Catalan sauce.