Shakira in line for €55m payout as Spanish court rules tax fines were wrong Singer says she has faced ‘years of public shaming’, as court rules tax agency made mistake over her 2011 status The Guardian - UK · May 18
Pop star Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain and set for huge reimbursement Grammy-winning singer says eight-year ordeal impacted ‘my health and my family’s well-being’ The Independent UK · May 18
In the money: How much will Shakira receive after winning battle against Spain's tax authorities? Pop star Shakira is celebrating victory after a Spanish court annulled a hefty tax penalty imposed in 2011 claiming she failed to declare her residence in Spain. The singer has published a statement in which she says "there was never any fraud". Euronews · May 18
Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case A Spanish court has acquitted Shakira of tax fraud and ordered the government to return over 55 million euros in fines and interest The Independent UK · May 18
Europe's poverty divide: Which cities and regions are most and least at risk? The share of people at risk of poverty or social exclusion in Europe varies not only across countries but also across capital cities and regions. Euronews Business takes a closer look at these gaps. Euronews · May 18
Shakira tax fraud case: Massive relief for Colombian singer as Spain's High Court clears her in tax evasion charges Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and other footballers and sports celebrities have also been in trouble with Spanish tax authorities. The Economic Times · May 18
Spain’s conservatives forced to rely on far-right Vox party after losing majority in Andalucía People’s party wins regional election but loses absolute majority, opening door to potentially months of negotiations The Guardian - UK · May 18
Newsletter: Brexit thrust to centre of UK's Labour leadership showdown Also in this newsletter: Spanish conservatives win Andalusia regional elections but will likely rely on far-right to govern, in a vote seen as litmus test of Spain's wider politics. Euronews · May 18
Europe Today: Sánchez dealt blow in Andalusia elections — what now for Spain and Brussels? Pedro Sánchez is facing fresh political pressure after his Socialist Party lost regional elections in Andalusia. The result is being closely watched in Madrid and Brussels, with the conservative People’s Party expected to rely on far-right support to govern. Euronews · May 18
Spain has banned Francoist symbols. So why are there still kitsch cafes glorifying the dictator? These unsettling and unusual places tell a vivid story about the unique way that Spain deals with its past – or fails to, says food writer and chef Abbas Asaria The Guardian - UK · May 18
‘David de Gea was one of the goalkeepers I followed as a kid, being Spanish, playing for the national team, then going to England – I tried to follow his path’ Robert Sanchez opens up on his idol The Chelsea stopper left Spain for England at the age of 15 FourFourTwo · May 16
Naples: 12 thieves arrested for robbing tourists of luxury watches in Spain Spain's National Police, with Italy and Europol, have arrested in Naples 12 members of a gang that robbed tourists of luxury watches in Marbella, Barcelona and Ibiza. Euronews · May 16
Andalucíans vote in election seen as gauge of Spain’s wider political change Conservatives expected to keep majority as socialists face drubbing and ballot tests trajectory of far-right Vox party The Guardian - UK · May 16
The Guardian - UK · May 16 How did Eurovision go from sequins and flares to geopolitical slugfest? The contest is enduring the biggest boycott it has ever seen, but 2026 is far from its first year of controversy
The Independent UK · May 16 Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation
Euronews · May 15 Andalusia campaign marked by controversy ends ahead of key Sunday vote Spain's most populous region ends a campaign marked by controversy, in elections followed abroad for their potential political impact.
Euronews · May 15 Spanish row over EU cash fuels north–south tensions ahead of tough budget talks Spain is at the centre of a political storm after conservative politicians across Europe accused Madrid of using EU money to pay for pensions. Madrid denies it but the damage may be done as tough budget talks get underway.
Euronews · May 15 Spain's political showdown that nearly stopped the hantavirus ship reaching Tenerife MV Hondius anchored off Granadilla early Sunday after a night of tension between the Canary Islands government and Madrid over evacuation flights.
Evening Standard · May 15 ‘Most wanted’ British man who imported large amounts of cocaine arrested in Spain The arrest comes as part of the NCA’s 20-year Operation Captura to find fugitives hiding in Spain
Euronews · May 15 FC Barcelona tells Euronews 'no comment' after Israel accuses Yamal of 'inciting hatred' In response to a Euronews request for a comment, FC Barcelona declined to back its star player Lamine Yamal after Israel’s defence minister accused him of “inciting hatred towards Israel” for waving a Palestinian flag. The club said it had “no comment” to make on the issue.
Euronews · May 15 Blue Flag beaches: Spain hits a new record with 794 sandy stretches awarded, followed by Greece Mediterranean beaches have swept the Blue Flag awards again this year.
Euronews · May 15 Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row Relations between Spain and Israel have plummeted since the start of the Gaza war, sparked by the Hamas-led attack on Israel on 7 October 2023.
Bored Panda · May 15 DNA Analysis Of Christopher Columbus Sends Shockwaves As Mysterious Findings Threaten To Rewrite History Books Christopher Columbus may not have been who we thought, as rsearchers are closer to unraveling the mystery of his true identity.
The Independent UK · May 15 Artists launch alternative Eurovision events to protest Israel’s inclusion Palestinian songwriter Bashar Murad performed at an alternative concert in Brussels, joining a broader protest movement against Israel's participation in this week's Eurovision Song Contest. The protests are driven by widespread anger over Israel's military campaign in Gaza and other regions, with activists and human rights groups advocating for Israel's…