Before voting Sunday, a focus on the leading parties’ allies has dominated the campaign — and obscured debate about more fundamental issues.
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Europe Embraces the Siesta to Deal With the Intense Heat Wave
The siesta, a sacred afternoon break in Spain, was once mocked as lazy. But now, countries like Germany, which were among the siesta haters, are taking another look.
Theme Park’s Selective History Appeals to a New Spanish Nationalism
Puy du Fou España has drawn visitors with spectacular shows about Spanish history. But part of its success lies in what goes unsaid.
Spain, Facing a Future of Drought, Turns to Medieval Solutions
Acequias, a network of water channels created by the Moors over 1,000 years ago, are being excavated and brought back to life to adapt to the crises of climate change.
Spanish Vote Threatens Efforts to Recover Franco’s Victims
Spain’s left-wing government has tried to accelerate exhumations of mass graves left from the dictatorship. If it wins Sunday’s election, the right may end that.
Wildfire in Canary Islands Forces Thousands to Evacuate
The blaze on the island of La Palma has driven some 4,000 residents from their homes and burned about 10,000 acres. Wildfires also broke out in Greece.
Europe Heat Wave Expected to Send Temperatures Close to Record Highs: What to Know
More scorching weather is expected in the southern part of the continent in the coming days, with experts anticipating records. Here’s what to know.
On the Front Line of a War Over Bullfighting Traditions
Opponents of Spain’s comic shows at bullfights by people with dwarfism say they are banned by a new law. But performers say the show must go on.
Spain Rescues Migrants After Search for Missing Boat
The country’s maritime rescue authority said it had rescued a migrant boat with 86 people aboard in the Atlantic, after an aid group raised concerns about vessels that had departed from Senegal.
Far-Right Party Gaining in Spain
As Spain prepares for elections, some liberal European politicians fear that the hard-right Vox party could become the first right-wing party since the Franco era to enter Spain’s national government.