Real Madrid's winning streak ended when they conceded a late goal to draw 2-2 at home to Celta Vigo and finish the weekend with their lead over Barcelona down to one point.

La Liga: Celta strike late to put brakes on Real Madrid

The annual trade show Mobile World Congress (MWC) was cancelled on February 12 after a mass exodus by exhibitors due to fears over the coronavirus outbreak. While Spanish health officials said that there was no reason to cancel the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona over coronavirus fears, despite major companies pulling out of the event.

Catalonia Health Minister: There is no public health reason to suspend any event

The United States recently issued a security alert for people planning to travel to Spain on account rampant sexual assault in the country. The advisory asks US citizens who are visiting or studying in Spain to exercise caution.

New US advisory requests its citizens in Spain to exercise caution against sexual assault

Flamenco soul took the catwalk by storm on Saturday (February 1) as dozens of models and fashion designers participated in the 26th edition of the International Flamenco Fashion Show in Seville.

Ruffles and frills at Seville's International Flamenco Fashion Show

How storm Gloria swept across Spain with strong winds, heavy snowfall and low temperatures

Over one hundred horses jumped through bonfires in a purification ceremony on January 16 during the Spanish festival of "Las Luminarias" in San Bartolome de Pinares village, northwest of Madrid. The traditional celebration takes place in San Bartolome de Pinares every January 16, the eve of Saint Anthony's Day, Spain's patron saint of animals. Despite being criticised by animal rights groups over the years, one visitor to the festival said that the horses were not harmed, stating that "they jump by themselves and nothing happens to them".

Horses 'purified' by leaping over flames at Spain's Luminarias festival

Britons' mistrust of government, business, the media and charities rose to the highest in at least 20 years last year, with only Russians admitted to less confidence in their country's institutions, according to a long-running survey.

Britons' trust in institutions falls to record low: Edelman

Over one hundred horses jumped through bonfires in a purification ceremony on Wednesday (January 16) during the Spanish festival of "Las Luminarias" in San Bartolome de Pinares village, northwest of Madrid.

Djokovic's Serbia came from behind to defeat Nadal's Spain to lift the prestigious ATP cup in the Rosewell Arena, Sydney. Also read: ATP: Novak Djokovic concerned about smoke at Australian Open as bushfires continue to blaze Roberto Bautista handed a straight-set defeat to Dusan Lajovic (7-5, 6-1) in the first match of the tie.

ATP: Djokovic's Serbia beats Nadal's Spain to lift the cup

Novak Djokovic swept past long-time rival Rafael Nadal in a battling display at the ATP Cup final Sunday to lay down a marker ahead of the Australian Open. Also read: ATP: Novak Djokovic concerned about smoke at Australian Open as bushfires continue to blaze The Serbian world number two blasted the top-ranked Spaniard off court 6-2 in the first set before a much tighter 7-6 (7/4) second set.

Djokovic sweeps past Nadal in ATP Cup final

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will face each other in the final of the inaugural ATP Cup after winning epic three-set matches Saturday to steer Spain and Serbia into the decider.

Nadal's Spain to meet Djokovic's Serbia in ATP Cup final

Atletico Madrid edged FC Barcelona in a nail-biting finish after Messi's Argentina teammate Angel Correa struck in the 86th minute in the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup held in King Abdullah Stadium in Saudi Arabia.

Spanish Super Cup: Atletico Madrid's Correa late strike topples Messi's Barcelona

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos scored directly from a corner as his side booked their place in the final of the revamped Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia by outclassing Valencia 3-1 on Wednesday.

Supercopa: Quick-thinking Kroos helps Real to final

Spain's Supreme Court said on Thursday it had told the European Parliament that Catalan separatist leader Oriol Junqueras will not be released from prison to claim his seat as an MEP despite an EU court ruling that he was entitled to immunity.

Spain's top court says jailed Catalan separatist cannot be released

The Spanish Super Cup is taking place this season in the Kingdom of Supercup. Four teams have qualified to compete with one another in the tournament. Real Madrid and Valencia played their match last night at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium just outside of Jeddah, where Real beat Valencia in an easy game ending 3-1.

'We certainly know the city better now': Barcelona team bus lost in Saudi Arabia

An international magazine in its annual global retirement index has rated Malaysia and Vietnam in Asia among the top-10 nations to retire abroad. The International Living magazine rated Portugal as the top country to retire citing pleasant climate with an "affordable lifestyle" along with quality healthcare, safety rate and "excellent food and wine".

Portugal best country to retire; Malaysia, Vietnam top in Asia: Study

A woman was arrested in Spain on Thursday after she was posing as the president of the Spanish branch of the United Nations' agency on women. According to a report she deceived several media outlets through impersonation and allegedly asked for funds while offering online legal courses.

Spain: Police arrest woman posing as UN women's representative

Spain's state attorney on Monday recommended the release of Catalan separatist leader Oriol Junqueras from prison in what was widely seen as a gesture of political goodwill as the Socialist Party seeks support to form a government.

Spain's state attorney recommends release of jailed Catalan leader

Bolivia on Friday slammed its former colonial ruler Spain for allegedly "trampling" its sovereignty in a deepening diplomatic row. The two countries have been in a spiraling spat since Mexico granted asylum to Bolivian ex-president Evo Morales, who resigned on November 10 in the face of mass protests, and granted refuge to top officials from his leftist government at its embassy.

Bolivia slams Spain's bid to use arms in diplomatic row

Spain pledged Saturday to send investigators to La Paz after its embassy staff were accused of trying to sneak into the Mexican diplomatic mission with several masked individuals, an action denounced by Bolivia as a "violation" of its sovereignty.

Spain to probe Mexico embassy incident that angered Bolivia

Barcelona and Real Madrid could not be separated on Wednesday in a Clasico that was overshadowed by violent clashes between Catalan independence protestors and police outside Camp Nou.

Barcelona, Real Madrid draw as Clasico marred by violence

Spain's Telefonica plans to drastically reduce the amount of equipment it buys from Chinese technology giant Huawei for the core of its next-generation mobile networks in Europe, its Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO) said.

Telefonica to drastically reduce Huawei kit for its core 5G network

NGO delegates at the UN's COP25 conference expressed anger on Sunday (December 15) at the lack of progress by participating world governments to act on climate change.

"Our lives...future generations are in your hands and you are failing us," says NGO at COP25

Catalonian authorities evacuated an area around a chemical plant outside of Barcelona today after a fire in the facility. The local police have warned people not to venture out in the area as they could end up inhaling the fumes from the fire.

Spanish authorities evacuate area after chemical plant catches fire

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