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UK steps up coronavirus threat level after rise in cases
CMO Chris Whitty said rates of infection in England were replicating the strong resurgence seen in France and Spain, roughly doubling every seven days.
British tourist arrested for biting off fellow passenger's ear onboard Ryanair flight
The 29-year-old man reportedly attacked the other passenger after the flight from Birmingham landed in Majorca.
Madrid braces for partial lockdown as virus surges
Spain has so far recorded over 30,000 deaths -- one of Europe's worst tolls.
Killer whales launch unusual attack on boats leaving sailors injured
Scientists baffled by the string of unusual activity exhibited by the mammals near Portugal and Spain.
Mass of alien-like sea creatures washed up on North Wales beach could be worth £50,000
Gooseneck Barnacles are quite the delicacy in countries such as Portugal and Spain known to locals as percebes
Spain, India crash through coronavirus milestones
France put seven more regions on a red list on Sunday after regularly recording daily infection rates of between 7,000 and 9,000.
Venomous fish believed to be responsible for death of 16-year-old snorkeler
Post mortem reports indicate that the teen died due to the venom of the fish, but toxicology reports are still being awaited.
British tourist dies after 500-ft fall from cliff in Ibiza
The body of the Liverpool man was recovered the morning after he fell from the cliff.
Party's over: Airbnb restricts under-25s in UK, France And Spain
Those with at least three positive reviews and no negative reviews on Airbnb or with long-term plans are not subject to the restriction.
Spain, Real Madrid legend Iker Casillas retires more than a year after heart attack
The legendary goalkeeper has decided to finally hang up his gloves after not being able to compete since April 2019.
COVID-19 outbreak in mink farms: Dutch researchers investigating possible transmission to humans
Authorities suspect the animals transmitted the virus to a number of workers at the farm.
Spain's ex-king Juan Carlos heads for exile under corruption cloud
Probes are under way in Switzerland and Spain where media regularly publish details of the murky management of funds allegedly paid to the former head of state by Saudi Arabia.
Flight fight: British tourists involved in aircraft brawl over face masks
Two passengers were arrested after causing a disruption during the flight and refusing to wear face masks.
King Felipe, Queen Letizia of Spain wrap up regional tour to boost economy
King Felipe of Spain called for unity and solidarity as his tour of different regions of Spain comes to an end.
Crushed by COVID, small Spanish firms struggle to survive
So far, 40,000 bars, restaurants and hotels have permanently closed.
New UK quarantine rules shake up summer travel plans
The British government's hastily-imposed new rules announced Saturday follow a dramatic spike in virus cases in mainland Spain.
Virus deaths surge in US as scaled-down Hajj begins
Resurgent virus outbreaks have forced nations around the world to step up measures against the contagion.
Boris Johnson warns of second wave in virus spat with Spain
Britain imposed a 14-day quarantine on everyone entering Britain from Spain, following a recent surge of cases in Spain.
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez tests positive for COVID-19
Xavi is asymptomatic and is currently in isolation.
Former Barcelona star David Villa calls sexual harassment allegations 'entirely false'
The retired striker has released a statement denying accusations made against him.
Real Madrid tells fans to celebrate at home, avoid Cibeles if they win La Liga
Real Madrid is leading La Liga by four points with only two games remaining.
Virus surge sparks South Africa curfew and Spain local lockdown
The United States is the world's worst-hit country with 135,171 deaths from 3,301,820 cases.
Arturo Vidal keeps Barcelona's La Liga hopes alive
Vidal scored the lone goal of the match off an assist from Lionel Messi.
India surges to 3rd-highest in cases as virus slams US hospitals
Total global infections are fast approaching 11.5 million, with more than 533,000 deaths.
Neglected algae-covered seal languishing at a mini-zoo sparks outrage
Animal charity AnimaNaturalis is campaigning for the eventual closure of the zoo in Spain.
Brazil virus toll hits 50,000 as Spain reopens borders
Around 100 flights from European countries landed at Spain's airports.
Latin America passes 70,000 deaths as virus slashes global economy
Elsewhere around the globe, clusters of infection were growing as governments relaxed restrictions.
La Liga gets its wish for season return but not without compromise
Tebas has insisted the risk of infection once games are in play is "practically zero."
Surge in Latin America as global coronavirus toll passes 400,000
As of 1900 GMT, a total of 400,581 deaths were recorded worldwide.
British pensioner charged with animal cruelty in Spain
The man and his accomplice were running an illegal puppy farm where more than 500 dogs were kept in unhygienic, cramped cages.