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.
Author: CONSTANT MEHEUT
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.
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.
In France, a Bastille Day With Fewer Fireworks
Many French cities canceled their traditional firework shows over a familiar issue in France, social unrest, and a more daunting one, climate change.
Another Generation of Riots in France, as Seen From Clichy-Sous-Bois
France spent billions of euros to revive poor areas after the protests that ignited in Clichy-sous-Bois in 2005. Amid another outpouring of rage, people want to know what went wrong.
In the Paris Suburb Where Police Shot a Teenager, Violence and Vigilance
French suburbs have been rocked by riots that have tapped into a deep-seated resentment toward the police. Many residents understand the anger, but not the violence.
French Police Won Authority to Shoot at Drivers, but Got ‘No Training Whatsoever’
Data showed a spike in fatal shootings like the one that has incited angry protests. Experts say it’s an unintended consequence of a rushed response to terrorism.
French Police Won Authority to Shoot at Drivers, but Got ‘No Training Whatsoever’
Data showed a spike in fatal shootings like the one that has incited angry protests. Experts say it’s an unintended consequence of a rushed response to terrorism.
Dozens of Migrants Bound for Canary Islands Feared Dead as Boat Sinks
Twenty-four people were rescued and two confirmed dead, but 35 others were missing after an inflatable vessel heading to the Spanish archipelago sank, an aid group said.