
Calatrava refutes inflated fees claim over 94-million-euro Valencia payout
Architect argues that City of Arts and Sciences deal was "modest"

Architect argues that City of Arts and Sciences deal was "modest"
Variable maximum limits are to be implemented on Spain's highways Minister hopes to have new system approved "in second half of 2012"

Police attempt to impede progress of march to government building Around 100 secured accreditation to enter the public gallery

Spanish need “clarity” in their application for EU aid, says Merkel EU working on ways to limit impact of bailout, says source Treasury sells 3.04 billion euros in short term bonds
Public Works gave OK to painting of former chief Francisco Álvarez-Cascos Ex-leader of Asturias chose leading hyperrealist Antonio López for job
Spanish government announced that it will not follow IMF advice on VAT and public-sector salaries

Walking wounded draw on champions’ pride to clinch playoff title at Palau Sant Jordi
Figure hit 72.1 percent of GDP in the first quarter

Fernando Torres scores twice in Spain’s 4-0 demolition of Ireland
Property values have now fallen 25 percent from their peak before the bubble burst

Peña Nieto under pressure from sectors who fear return of PRI to power Estimated 90,000 people hold a demonstration in Mexico City against the party

Venezuelan opposition holds its biggest rally yet ahead of October race

Tensions between Argentina and United Kingdom at highest since 1982 war Announcement came on eve of of Argentinean president's visit to New York

Police stop protestors from reaching a theater filled with the dictator's admirers
Borrowing costs shoot up after Moody’s downgrade Spanish banks borrow record amounts from ECB

Late goal by Varela saves Ronaldo’s blushes after woeful miss

Spain coach could keep faith in Torres or spring a new surprise against Ireland
Head of kickbacks-for-contracts scheme pays bail of 200,000 euros Suspect has spent more than three years in prison
Popular Party presents rescue loan as a boon that clears up Socialists’ mess

Nadal breaks Borg’s French Open record with seventh Roland Garros win

Spain struggles to convert excellent build-up play into clear scoring chances as Azzurri make Spain suffer

Madrid erases memory of on-the-buzzer loss in first game

EU rescue package to total 100 billion euros to clean up country’s financial sector Rajoy denies pressure to accept loan; argues move is a triumph for the euro zone
Reuters quotes three different figures who say that the government will request assistance Deputy PM Soraya Sáenz de Santamaría said Friday that “no decisions have been taken”
US wants strong Europe to underpin its economy

Daycare, lost dogs and public services all in line of fire

Former Sporting coach dies of heart attack a day after signing for Villarreal