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Blind puppy and the brother that protected her find Christmas home

An abandoned greyhound puppy who guided and protected his blind sister have been adopted by a family as a companion for their blind dog.

Domestic hits deliver box office highs as Spanish cinema booms

Watch out Hollywood! Spanish films are enjoying new popularity making 2015 one of best years at the box office.

Christmas 2015

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Festive cheer: Seven great Spanish tipples to enjoy over the holidays

There is nothing better than celebrating the holiday season with a great drink or two among friends and family, and what better way to do it than Spanish style?

Fires rage near Cangas de Onis Photo: Jesus Vecino / AFP

Helicopter crashes battling wildfire in northern Spain killing pilot

A helicopter battling a wildfire in northern Spain has crashed, killing the pilot, emergency services said.

General election

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Spain's Socialists refuse to back Rajoy bid to form new government

The head of Spain's Socialist party, Pedro Sánchez, has refused to back a government led by prime minister Mariano Rajoy, ruling out a grand coalition of Spain's two traditional parties after Sunday's inconclusive election. 3 comments

Christmas 2015

The winning numbers. Photo: Loteria Nacional

African migrant saved from sinking boat wins big in Spanish lottery

A 35-year Senegalese man who was saved by the Spanish coastguard after making a perilous journey from Africa is celebrating his win of €400,000 in the Christmas lottery.

General election

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Spain's Ciudadanos calls for pact with conservatives and Socialists

Albert Rivera is calling for "a pact for Spain" to protect against "weakness, uncertainty and instability".

Christmas 2015

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Fury as Madrid puts 'Wise Woman' in traditional Christmas parade

Don't mess with tradition. That's the angry message from conservative politicians after local councils in Madrid decided to swap queens for kings in a massive annual Christmas parade.

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Spain PM to meet Socialist leader to discuss forming new government

Difficult negotiations are now underway following inconclusive election.

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Bullfighting isn't barbaric: What I found in a year on breeding estates

Spain's most controversial 'sport' has been in strife lately. But anthropologist Robin Irvine explains why a year working on a bull-breeding estate made him optimistic for its future.

Features

Christmas 2015

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Ten magical ways to give your kids the best Spanish Christmas ever

What child wouldn't love the fact that in Spain you get to celebrate, not once, nor twice, but three times, during the festive period? Lisa Sadleir tells The Local how to get the best out of Christmas in Spain.

Two of the Number26 founders, Maximilian Tayenthal (l) and Valentin Stalf (r). Photo: Number26

The startup looking to revolutionize the Spanish banking experience

A German startup is offering Spaniards the chance to avoid the hassle of long queues and awkward opening hours of Spanish banks and do everything on a smartphone - and in English.

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'We've missed you': King honours Jews banished during Inquisition

Spain's King Felipe VI has honoured Sephardic Jews who were banished more than five centuries ago during the Inquisition, after a law allowing dual citizenship for their descendants came into force.

The Local list

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Ten brilliant ways to enjoy winter in Spain

Whether it is hearty stews, mountain vistas or shopping and culture, winter in Spain offers its own delights. Here is a look at ten of the best activities to enjoy in the cooler months.

Opinion

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The end of the expat? Europe's cities fight for 'Inpats'

Mention expats and many minds are drawn to stereotypes of workers sent abroad for three years to live in a compound and sip gin. But today’s mobile professionals aren't posted overseas – they just get up and go, writes The Local's Managing Editor James Savage.

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Catalan separatist parties attempt final deal to form government

Catalan separatists have made a last ditch attempt to break the deadlock and form a government to avoid calling fresh elections.

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Spain economy outlook 'better than expected' with GDP growth forecast

Spain's central bank on Tuesday raised its 2015 growth forecast for the country to 3.2 percent, further strengthening the outlook for recovery in the eurozone's fourth biggest economy.

Christmas 2015

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Seaside town in southern Spain nets the big Christmas lottery win

The residents of Roquetas de Mar will be enjoying a very happy Christmas after their town landed El Gordo - the Fat One - in Spain's famous Christmas lottery.

Christmas 2015

Mantecados. Photo: Javier Lastras / Flickr Creative Commons.

Seven tasty traditional dishes to devour at Christmas in Spain

Spain has its own traditions when it comes to sweet and savoury festive fare. The Local explores seven of the most delicious.

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Madrid banishes ghosts of Franco from its streets with name changes

Madrid City Hall has confirmed it will change the names of 30 streets in the capital that currently honour people connected to the regime of Spanish dictator General Francisco Franco.

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Inexorable spread of Silent Night

When "Silent Night" was born in Austria almost 200 years ago, those present had little idea that the Christmas carol would one day be sung the world over, including this year by Miley Cyrus and some Swedish goats.

Fifa corruption scandal

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Swiss software caught Blatter-Platini payment

Fifa investigators used special software for financial watchdogs to catch the $2-million transfer that led to the ban on Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, a source close to football's Zurich-based world governing body said.

Hint: it's not because of the young people. Photo: DPA

Why educated Germans avoid social media

Statistics show that unlike other industrial nations, more highly-educated Germans avoid social networks than people with little or no education. The Local uncovers the facts behind the figures.

Aarhus University. Photo: IK's World Trip/Flickr

Deported African cleaner blitzes Danish uni exams

An international student at Aarhus University passed three exams in one day, all with the highest possible grade, after finding out he is to be deported from the country.