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Testimony of Franco-era Victims Heard for the First Time in Spain
A Spanish law that made investigating the crimes of General Francisco Franco illegal is now being questioned.
Spanish Government Vows Digital Pirates’ Days Are Numbered
Copy infringement has become a big problem in Spain, especially over digital books. The country has started to adopt stricter laws against the piracy but as Gerry Hadden reports, Spanish writers aren’t encouraged.
Crusading Spanish Judge Baltasar Garzón on Trial
The Spanish judge known for indicting the former Chilean dictator, Augusto Pinochet, is on trial over his own handling of a corruption investigation.
Spain’s Holiday Shopping Boom Despite Economic Woes
Spain’s new Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy inherits huge economic problems but with the holidays approaching, stores and restaurants are mostly full.
Why Romanians Are Not Welcome In Spain
Spain has the highest unemployment in Europe. So, Madrid wants to close the borders for Romanians, although Romania is a member state of the European Union.
Spain’s Hard-Hit Health Care System
Spain’s unemployment rate is Europe’s highest and with revenues shrinking, Spain has had to slash spending. One hard-hit sector is health care.
The Sick American And The Ailing Spanish Health Care System
This summer an American friend, an old college buddy, came to visit us in Barcelona with his family. Unexpectedly, someone in his family fell ill. We ended up in the emergency room of a local hospital.
What Now After the Apparent Demise of Basque Terrorist Group ETA?
In Spain, the possibility that nearly 50 years of terrorism may be over is causing shockwaves. Politicians of all stripes are claiming credit for the apparent demise of the Basque terrorist group known as ETA. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.
Coulda Shoulda Woulda Pale Ale
In the late 1990’s there were just a handful of beers on the Spanish market, and they all tasted like Red, White and Blue. Spanish beer sucked, and I was meant to save it.
Eviction Stoppers of Spain
Spanish homeowners threatened with eviction can contact this group and it’ll send protesters
Spain’s Unemployed Youth Rise Up
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Thousands of demonstrators are continuing their protest in Spain against the country’s economic crisis. With nearly five million people jobless, Spain has the highest unemployment rate in Europe. Gerry Hadden has more. Download MP3
More Fatalities Feared in Spain Earthquake
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Two successive earthquakes struck southern Spain Wednesday, toppling buildings in the town of Lorca. At least four people are confirmed dead. Anchor Marco Werman finds out more from the BBC’s Sarah Rainsford in Madrid. Download MP3
Protecting small businesses in Spain
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Spain’s Catalonia region has policies protecting small local businesses from big chains and malls. But now the European Union says those rules are illegal. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports on the big chain-local business debate in Barcelona. Download MP3Stolen babies in Spain
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The World’s Gerry Hadden reports that authorities in Spain are investigating allegations that thousands of babies were stolen from Spanish families and illegally adopted over the past several years. Download MP3The World Blogs: In Spain, stolen babies come to light
Trash hotel
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For the Geo Quiz we’re looking for a very cool hotel that stands out from the crowd. This European hotel is located near a city square called the Plaza de Callao. It’s got a view of the main thoroughfare called the Gran Via. So we want you to name the city that’s home to the Save the Beach Hotel. Download MP3
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