MORE than 50 women locked away for being ‘rebellious’ or spending too much time outside by Francisco Franco’s wife are set to receive an official pardon from the Spanish government. The women will be recognized at a Madrid ceremony on 20 March, where they will receive official documents from Ministry of Democratic Memory recognizing them as victims of Francoist Repression. …

Guardia Civil officer monitoring traffic on a Spanish road as authorities warn drivers about dangerous distractions behind the wheel. Credit : Ivanb.photo, Shutterstock Most drivers assume the biggest danger on the road is speeding or alcohol. But Spain’s traffic police say the reality is different. According to the Guardia Civil Traffic Division, the main cause of road accidents in Spain …

MILLIONS claim to follow the famous Mediterranean diet – but experts say most people in Spain don’t actually eat it anymore. The Mediterranean diet has been hailed as a healthy way to eat by many around the world. It is based on traditional cooking, simple ingredients and lifestyles that have defined life in the Mediterranean region for generations. The Mediterranean …