Spain plans to switch to 100 percent renewable energy
Colombian superstar Shakira will pay a fine of more than 7.3 million euros (US$7.98 million) as part of a deal with Spanish prosecutors to avoid a tax fraud trial, a Barcelona court said on Monday. Under the agreement, announced at the beginning of the 46-year-old singer’s trial, Shakira also agreed to receive a three-year suspended […]
On the opening day, Le Meridien Dhaka welcomes guests to enjoy the delicious festivities. The event was grand due to the presence of His Excellency Francisco de Assis Benites Salas, Ambassador of Spain to Bangladesh. During the festival, the hotel is committed to providing a unique culinary experience showcasing exceptional Spanish cuisine. Executive Chef Jesus […]
According to PLD Spec, 70 percent of the components developed for MIURA1 will be used for MIURA5. Under an agreement signed with the French National Center for Space Studies, the mini-launcher will take off from the Kourou Space Center in French Guiana. Founded by two Spanish academics in 2011, PLD Space is one of several […]
Late Friday, a rescue service spokesman said two other boats carrying about 150 people were headed toward El Hierro. The Canaries have seen a surge in migrant arrivals in recent days as smugglers try to take advantage of the calm weather to transport people to the archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast […]
Once the technical criteria are validated, world football’s governing body will officially announce the award of its flagship event in 2024. But, following “unanimous” approval by the FIFA Council, the way has been cleared for this unprecedented intercontinental format, which promises complex political and logistical challenges and raises further questions about the environmental impact of […]
Video footage released by the city’s fire brigade shows firefighters holding a long hose coming towards the bright orange flames inside the venue, passing bar tables that still have drinks on top of them . Officials said more than 40 firefighters and 12 emergency vehicles were present at the scene. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed […]
Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has resigned after being criticized for kissing Jenny Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup victory ceremony. Rubiales, already suspended, sent his resignation to the federation’s interim president, he said in an open letter, and also explained in a television interview his decision to ultimately step down. “I’m going to […]
Rubiales, 46, grew up in Motril and his father was a former mayor of the resort town. FIFA suspended Rubiales on Saturday after she forcefully kissed Hermoso on the mouth after Spain won the Women’s World Cup in Australia on August 20, sparking an uproar. Hermoso posted a video on Instagram celebrating in the changing […]
Rubiales said the pressure he faced this week was an attempt to “publicly assassinate me”. Controversial Spain women’s coach Jorge Villara applauded her words at the meeting. Rubiales claimed he was trying to console Hermoso, who had missed a penalty in the final against England. “He picked me up in his arms and brought me […]
The pressure continued to mount during the week after FIFA launched disciplinary proceedings against Rubiales and Hermoso said in a statement that such acts “should never be punished”. As backlash mounted, Rubiales, who initially called his critics “idiots,” issued a video apology late Monday, but it failed to quell the uproar. An RFEF spokesman declined […]
Albanese said the money would be used to improve sports facilities for women and girls, with football expected to receive a “significant resource”. The government also wants to ensure women’s sporting events are available on free-to-air television, following criticism that most World Cup games not involving Australia were behind paywalls. Women’s football has also faced […]
Spain’s Queen Letizia will be in attendance but Prince William, president of England’s Football Association, has faced criticism for staying home. “Lioness I want to send you lots of good wishes for tomorrow,” he said in a video with daughter Charlotte sitting next to him. “We’re sorry we couldn’t be there in person, but we’re […]
The Women’s World Cup, which has broken records on and off the field, will reach a fitting climax on Sunday when either England or Spain are crowned champions for the first time. Around 75,000 fans will pack Stadium Australia in Sydney for the final of the World Cup, which began with 32 teams, up from […]
Nathalie Bjorn sent a hanging cross over the back post from the right for Fridolina Rolfo – who was facing seven of her Barcelona club-mates in Spain’s starting line-up – but her side-footed volley was saved by Cata Cole took. Vilda’s plan was clearly to save the speedy Paraluello when the Swedish defense began to […]
