Trash city: Why Madrid needs to take a stand against plastic
British journalist Charles Graham-Dixon looks at the ingrained use of this so-called ‘wonder’ material in the Spanish capital, from the supermarket to the local ‘frutería’
British journalist Charles Graham-Dixon looks at the ingrained use of this so-called ‘wonder’ material in the Spanish capital, from the supermarket to the local ‘frutería’
Shocked by the level of racism against Gypsies in Spain, Michael Damanti has made it his mission to show that they are not “criminals” but people with names, stories and families
This week on our Trans-Iberian blog, May Ponzo explores the Gràcia neighborhood to see whether locals are genuinely environmentally conscious, or whether new habits are just an extension of a health fad
James Bryce, a Briton living in Spain, may not be an environmental “saint” – he is not a vegetarian, he owns a car, and he flies from time to time. But regular folks like him still can and must do their part to pressure governments into taking urgent action, he argues on our TransIberian blog
Newcomer May Ponzo has been pleasantly surprised to find that there is a booming fitness and health culture in the Catalan capital, with Pilates studios and vegan options on nearly every corner
For centuries, blacksmiths have been making the special blade but today the art has all but disappeared, and only a few remaining artisans, such as Mariano Zamorano, are keeping the tradition alive
What may have started as a tongue-in-cheek joke among Spaniards has now infected the language: Anglicisms are everywhere. ¡Me da el feeling que va a ser todo muy crazy, bro!
Since moving to Spain, British journalist Charles Graham-Dixon has been pleasantly surprised by the region’s routes, which are frequented by amateurs and professionals alike
Hilary left behind her life in the US to be with her partner in Souto de Mogos, a town with just 20 people, all of whom have supported her through great tragedy
As part of our series of interviews with people who have made their lives in Spain, Abi Clark meets Andy Mackay, the director of the British Council’s operations in Spain and Portugal
British journalist Charles Graham-Dixon says the sense of community, vibrant cafe culture and feeling of safety are what make the Spanish capital so special
In the first in a new series of interviews with people who have made their lives in Spain, Abi Clark speaks to Alastair Binns, a 42-year-old Briton who moved to Andalusia in 2007 and now works for a major credit card company in Madrid
While everyone is faced with multiple adjustments in middle-age, expatriates have the extra challenge of seeing their children return “home”
Australian journalist Melissa Kitson has no ties to the UK, but her and her Spanish partner opted to follow in the footsteps of John Lennon and head to “The Rock” to tie the knot
Madrid-based lawyer Margaret Hauschild Rey, who specializes in citizenship and civil law, offers advice for Britons ahead of the UK’s exit from the European Union
Erasmus student John Clarke recounts how the city and its 800-year-old university captured his heart
What is available from one hospital to another varies greatly, so check your options early
Madrid-based writer Alice Fitzgerald explores the impact of warped inter-generational relationships in her debut novel, ‘Her Mother’s Daughter’
There’s more to understanding a country than just learning the language, writes Christy Romer, in this indispensable guide to finding the right floor-filler
Australian student and journalist Eden Gillespie has a lament that may sound familiar to those who, like her, have swapped countries: where have all my old friendships gone?
From slapping on sunscreen to having regular check-ups, there are many simple ways a man can protect his health
In his book ‘The Impostor’ Spanish writer Javier Cercas explores the life of Enric Marco, who claimed to be a concentration camp survivor but who was actually weaving a web of lies
The Spaniard is blazing a trail for women in the sport, becoming the first woman to be the main ref in an international men’s rugby test match
An article written by the paper’s chief travel writer has raised the ire of Spaniards online, but left English Edition editor Simon Hunter somewhat conflicted
Critics say the tradition mocks black people while City Hall argues no harm is intended
EL PAÍS English Edition summer intern Henry Hahn reflects on his time abroad and the differences between interning in Spain and the US
Spain produces half of the world’s olive oil, but it’s not all created on an industrial scale. Julie Pybus meets some ambitious small-scale farmers in southern Catalonia who are taking an entrepreneurial approach