Spain begins events marking 50 years since dictator Franco's death
Pedro Sanchez earlier attacked billionaire Elon Musk for interfering in European politics, accusing him of undermining democracy.
Spain says social media platforms such as Musk's X must be neutral, not interfere
Pilar Alegria was answering a question about the high-profile spat between billionaire Elon Musk, who owns the social messaging platform X, and European leaders such as Britain's Keir Starmer and France's Emmanuel Macron.
Trump Christmas 'pooper' figurine in 'massive' demand in Spain
Catalonia's "caganer" tradition humorously features Trump and other figures, blending nativity scenes with satirical takes on global leaders.
Catalan traditional figurines "caganers" are displayed at a Christmas market
Catalan traditional figurines "caganers" (poopers), which symbolise defecation and fertilisation of the earth and are believed to bring prosperity and luck for the coming year, including ones representing U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, are displayed in a stall, at a Christmas market in Barcelona.
FILE PHOTO: Donald Trump Watches SpaceX Launch its sixth test flight of Starship Spacecraft
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk watch the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas, U.S., November 19, 2024. Brandon Bell/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
End to campus cancel culture?
In the UK a raft of eminent authors have signed a letter urging Bridget Phillipson, the Education Secretary, not to oppose the new law regarding Freedom of Speech in higher education
The greatest political comeback in modern history
So many are reeling from the huge Trump victory and asking how it all went wrong for the liberals but it’s not too difficult to find the answers.
United Airlines operate direct flights to Palma during the summer.
United Airlines operate direct flights to Palma during the summer.
Trump win could boost US tourism to Mallorca
PIMEM has pointed to a possible increase in tourists from the already growing American market due to the strength of the dollar and improved air communications.
2024 U.S. Presidential Election Night
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures as he stand on stage with his wife Melania, his son Barron and Lara Trump at Trump's rally, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump’s victory does not go down well with North Americans living in Mallorca
"For years I’ve always told people that America is such a beautiful place, the only thing wrong with it are the Americans."
British prime minister says he looks forward to working with Trump
“As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise. From growth and security to innovation and tech, I know that the UK-US special relationship will continue to prosper on both sides of the Atlantic for years to come.”
Republican presidential candidate Trump reacts to elections results
West Palm Beach (United States), 06/11/2024.- Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump addresses supporters at the Election Night watch party in the West Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, USA, 06 November 2024. (Elecciones) EFE/EPA/CRISTOBAL HERRERA-ULASHKEVICH
The new President of the United States Donald Trump.
The new President of the United States Donald Trump.
Political showdowns, UK departure trends, and travel retail secret
The Trump message is loud and clear: ‘I’m one of the people and I understand your economic pain’...
Rally for Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump, in New York
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a rally at Madison Square Garden, in New York.
Donald Trump assassination attempt
Donald Trump was speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania.
Donald Trump assassination attempt
The shooter was dead, one rally attendee was killed and two other spectators were injured.
Kingdom 5-KR in Palma has has some interesting owners.
Kingdom 5-KR in Palma has has some interesting owners.
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Politics in the UK is getting like football
So instead of wooing voters, politicians will be running after huge investors. Surely that is not what democracy is about or have I missed something?
Humphrey Carter27/12/2024 10:31