Spain’s first democratic premier, who has Alzheimer’s disease, could die within 48 hours. Rajoy sends message of support to family from Brussels
Cristóbal Montoro ignores advice from panel of experts on government's planned tax reform
Report drawn up by so-called “wise men” advocates increasing VAT and other indirect levies to compensate
Six columns from all parts of Spain set to converge on the capital on Saturday
The 120km/h maximum speed limit may be raised to 130km/h. / Samuel Sánchez
Government’s recently passed reforms will mean heftier fines for violators. Alcohol tests for pedestrians and a ban on speed camera detectors among the new measures
More than 200 people who came into contact with patient given vaccines. Holding center with capacity for 472 has 1,800 immigrants in detention
Sixteen years after entering Spain without papers, Albert Yaka and Michael Dike reflect on their lives
Influx of undocumented sub-Saharans so far this year is triple 2013 monthly average
Opposition had demanded that Interior Ministry clear up Civil Guard’s role in Ceuta tragedy
Investigation into kickbacks-for-contracts case about to end after more than five years
Move seen as undercover step toward regional independence
ANC wants sovereignty for Catalonia by April 23, 2015, no matter what
Catalan Republican Leftists tell PM to call referendum in which all Spaniards can participate
Spanish military chopper was taking part in exercises
Figure includes many nationalized Latin Americans who are being forced home by the crisis
But international body will take its case against the steeplechase champion to the Court of Arbitration for Sports
Spain plans to reduce judiciary’s powers in such cases after Beijing warns of damaged relations. Judge and prosecutors ask parties in Rwanda genocide case for their positions
Baltasar Garzón says authors of universal justice reform could face criminal charges
Judge skirts government’s modifications to universal jurisdiction doctrine to avoid having to shelve inquiry into death of TV cameraman José Couso during 2003 Iraq invasion
The baby, who suffers from leukemia, will undergo surgery in early April. Family ran online campaign in bid to save child's life
Court in Jaén upholds appeal by 78-year-old man on basis that he "has nowhere else to go"
So far this year 18 women have allegedly died at the hands of current or former partners. Socialist deputy secretary general Elena Valenciano calls situation “national emergency”
The exterior of a Zara store in Barcelona. / ALBERT GEA (REUTERS)
Profit growth of Zara brand owner is slowed down by currency depreciation
Regional government unfazed by vocal opposition from carriers
Son of Antonio Tejero Molina removed from top post after organizing lunch to mark 1981 uprising
Youngster suffers eye damage and possible broken facial bones
Former Socialist minister is the target of an investigation into a massive fraud scheme allegedly committed in Andalusia between 2000 and 2010
European Investment Bank official seen as a key player in supervising Andalusia layoff fund. Former public works chief could face embezzlement and corrupt practices charges
Nine-year-old will not return home until circumstances surrounding her trip with her kidnapper are cleared up
Spanish Civil Guard officers spent four months tracking Morales, who is alleged to have kidnapped the youngster
Rafá Zouhier served 10 years in Spanish prison for his role in supplying the Madrid bombers with dynamite
Justice minister reportedly contemplating minor changes to controversial legislation in bid to build consensus
British carrier wants to enter Spain’s TV market to offset declining wireless service revenues
Última emisión de Canal 9, en noviembre de 2013. / Tania Castro
Valencia’s public broadcaster RTVV closed down four months ago, but has had to continue paying its workforce of 1,608 employees since
Suspects reportedly recruited volunteers to fight in Syria. Sting proves “excellent” level of cooperation against Al Qaeda, say sources
At least 13 arrested in alleged €8.9 million fraud scheme
Former president of the Madrid employers association among those detained
A whistleblower styling herself on Stieg Larsson’s heroine has become the scourge of local politicians, leaking documents about corruption
Family of Hatem Akouche says his arrest is the result of a misunderstanding
Group allegedly paid migrants up to €40,000 to become donors
Decision made by Alberto Ruiz-Gallardón is likely to see former Popular Party regional premier of the Balearic Islands, Jaume Matas, start his jail term
Judges' association refutes minister's claim that the government had not, and will not, let convicted colleagues off
“Mystery shopping” will determine whether financial products are being sold to customers fairly
Outage, which affected calls and internet access, most serious seen in Spain since 2003
But Cristóbal Montoro refuses to reveal last year’s deficit figure
Airlines experience 28 straight months of decline due to higher taxes and fewer routes. Railway network has seen 11 back-to-back months of growth
Three arrests in 48 hours reignite debate over women-only carriages
Male passengers eye two girls on the São Paulo metro system. / B. Martín
Prince William and Kate Middleton hire María Teresa Turrión Borrallo to look after young royal
Spike seen in fines for luxury cars carrying ministers, judges and MPs
“Quiet cars” will ban cellphone use so passengers can travel in peace
A technological revolution that goes beyond cellphone apps is underway in the world's major museums
Visitors let in to see Altamira's cave paintings say they were not that different from the replicas in the nearby museum
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Barcelona's seasons are causing Anglo-Catalan upset, worries Ben Cardew
The killing of five women in as many days has highlighted an issue that refuses to go away. The problem has been aggravated by cuts to programs to combat domestic violence, say experts
Around 700 of Madrid’s 2,200 homeless refuse to use the city’s shelters. Raquel, who has died aged 44 after living under a bridge for six years, was one of them
An illustration by artist Fernando Vicente, incorporating Twitter's blue bird logo.
A Spanish writer is among the participants in the second edition of the #TwitterFiction festival
Andalusian government disputes bishopric’s ownership and control of the building, a symbol of coexistence between civilizations
The capital is staging a six-week event to promote the hearty 'cocido Madrileño' stew
Mujica stresses he isn't asking Washington for anything in return
Nationwide demonstrations continue to flourish despite crackdown
Ex-guerrilla Gustavo Petro says he will fight to keep his job
A girl's reappearance could be key to learning more about a sect
PUSV deputies ask for charges against opposition leader
‘TalCual’ publisher accuses National Assembly speaker of abusing his position
Some economists believe government may still be playing with the numbers
Authorities claim that streaker video has sparked bizarre trend at ancient citadel
Recent movie projects are confronting the Basque troubles in a more open way
Bill Murray checks into Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel,' as Liam Neeson and Spanish director Jaume Collet-Serra's enjoy 'Non-Stop' success
Comedy enjoys best opening for a Spanish movie since J. A. Bayona's smash-hit 'The Impossible'
Jorge Martínez, creator of the 'Pastillas contra el dolor ajeno' campaign.
Jorge Martínez is the creator of the most successful promotional campaign ever run by a Spanish non-profit
EL PAÍS is launching a new portal focusing on sustainable global development, with the collaboration of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
NGOs are campaigning to put sexual and reproductive rights on the agenda for development goal talks. They cite changes to Spain's abortion law as retrograde
Morocco has taken on the role of guarding Europe's southern border, holding back those whose only dream is to make it into Europe by reaching Spanish soil
The movements of people who leave their home countries to seek a new life are changing direction, and Europe’s closed-doors policy could be a big mistake
Each year thousands of Africans try to cross the Sahara to reach Europe. En route, many die and many just get trapped, unable to go on or get back home
Among the palm trees of St. Petersburg lies the world’s second-largest collection of the surrealist’s works
A new book tells the little-known story of how Germany and the Allies sought to manipulate neutral Spain during WWI
Toledo is marking the 400th anniversary of the death of its most famous painter with a huge exhibition and other major events
Catalan project will be world’s second theme park devoted to the car maker
Neymar, Lionel Messi, Xavi and Iniesta to appear on 'The Simpsons'
The government is calling for a cross-party pact on immigration, but is refusing to release all the information about the recent deaths of sub-Saharans in Ceuta
Any adult who assaults a youth at an under-eights soccer game deserves a red card
Selective social policies for the worst off in society need to be implemented, in line with the recommendations of the OECD
Those who sowed the seeds of doubt after the Madrid bombings have never apologized, not even to the victims
Atomium brings together universities, newspapers and businesses to boost the movement of knowledge
