Banking on Merkel: Germany expected to hold course on Eurozone

Germany is likely to continue with the same cautious, pragmatic approach in overcoming the crisis, despite the Southern Eurozone countries’ expectations of changing the policies. The decisive day, 22 September 2013, not for the German people only but also for Read on! →

Potes is surrounded by mountains and forests, and is a very popular base for walkers.

Spain: Sipping orujo in the green dustbowl

In the first days of the tourist season in Green Spain, sightseers, attracted by orujo, a grappa-like liquor, and local honey, brave a downpour to swarm on motorbikes and coaches around the centre of Potes, the gateway to the Picos Read on! →

Euro statue outside the European Central Bank in Frankfurt

Europe: Is ‘Euro solidarity’ simply divisive rhetoric?

Billions of Euros have been poured into the EFSF, Eurozone bailout fund; but is solidarity with fellow members a good enough motivation to contribute?

Independence marches in Catalonia, 2012

Spain: Determination remains strong for Catalan secession

Mariano Rajoy, the Spanish PM, and Artur Mas, Catalonia’s regional leader, met in March for secret talks to discuss Catalonia’s financial and political situation. Reports suggest that Mr Rajoy offered to consider a financial deal that would increase the deficit Read on! →

The Castellers de Sants performing in 2007

Spain: A Catalan tradition with universal values

Human towers, known as castells, are a long-time Catalan tradition, but some say it teaches more than just good balance.

Mariano Rajoy addresses congress on corruption in Spain

Spain: Corruption scandal will not go away

More than 300 Spanish politicians, including regional presidents and senior ministers, have become tangled in an emerging corruption scandal.

People protest in Genoa Street, Madrid, close to the PP headquarters

Spain: Is corruption scandal the last straw?

The latest corruption scandal in Spain involved allegations against a number of high-ranking current and former government officials, including the Prime Minister.

Olives grown in Jaén

Spain: Poor olive harvest spells problems for farmers

Spain is the largest producer of olive oil in the world, but as the olive harvest draws to a close, farmers are worried about the low crop yield.