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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Cantabria and Asturias register at least 60 simultaneous wildfires caused in recent hours

At least 60 wildfires have occurred in Cantabria and Asturias, prompting authorities to activate preemergency measures due to the risk of more fires.

Feb 25 • 06:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From Church to Church in Asturias Following the Pre-Romanesque

The article explores a tourism route in Asturias that highlights the region's pre-Romanesque architecture and its historical significance.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hidden gem in Spain has colourful houses and delicious food

Cudillero, a picturesque village in Asturias, Spain, is highlighted as one of the country's hidden gems, renowned for its colorful houses, seafood, and lively festivals.

Feb 20 • 13:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tell me where you live and I will tell you the risk of failing your ITV: Asturias leads the ranking of rejections

Asturias has the highest rate of vehicle technical inspection failures in Spain, as reported by the Principality's Accounting Office, with a rejection rate of 26% overall and 33% for first inspections in 2024.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Asturias suspends wolf hunts after a Supreme Court ruling, with 31 specimens already dead

Asturias has halted its wolf hunts for the year following a Supreme Court ruling, despite having already killed 31 wolves out of an intended 53.

Feb 18 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The hidden truck in an Asturian forest that offers 'tortoburguers' with corn bread and locally sourced meat

A food truck in a picturesque Asturian setting serves unique 'tortoburguers' made from local ingredients, including an option for vegans.

Feb 16 • 04:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Secret of Casa Belarmino: Ramona Menéndez Turns a Grocery Store into a Reference for Stews in Asturias

Ramona Menéndez has transformed Casa Belarmino, a nearly century-old grocery store in Asturias, into a renowned establishment for traditional stews.

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 11 operations of Juan, who nearly died after injuring himself while taking a corner: "I just want justice, football is already in the past"

Juan Milans, a 21-year-old from Asturias, reflects on his life after a severe football injury that led to 11 surgeries and a 66% disability recognition, while he seeks justice against doctors he feels failed him.

Feb 12 • 23:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The 'Celtic gene' of hemochromatosis in Asturias: when the blood is safe but cannot be donated

Asturias faces a blood donor crisis as many individuals, despite having safe blood, are unable to donate due to hereditary hemochromatosis linked to the 'Celtic gene'.

Feb 7 • 21:03 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Shadows from the Chimney: Lives Cut Short by Layoffs Threatening the Largest Cellulose Plant in Asturias

The article discusses the ominous atmosphere in Navia as layoffs threaten the future of the largest cellulose plant in Asturias, impacting the lives of many workers.

Feb 6 • 21:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Almost 4,000 users demand a refund for the Huerna toll that connects Asturias with León

Nearly 4,000 users are demanding refunds for the Huerna toll, with the Consumer Union of Asturias estimating illicit profits of 60 million for the toll operator Aucalsa.

Feb 6 • 15:03 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The Stone Giants and Treasure Seekers: Secrets of the Asturian Neolithic

The article explores the fascinating Neolithic era in Asturias, emphasizing how early humans began to permanently alter the landscape.

Feb 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Basque eel fishermen demand in court to fish like they do in Cantabria and Asturias

Basque eel fishermen are challenging the Basque Government's decision to suspend eel fishing, arguing for their rights to fish similarly to regions like Cantabria and Asturias.

Feb 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The school that shames Asturias: 'Broken windows, 13 degrees, and daily power cuts'

Parents at the CEIP Eulalia Álvarez Lorenzo school in Langreo are protesting the dire conditions, likening them to a 'third-world' situation, with over a hundred primary schools in the region facing similar issues.

Feb 5 • 03:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The spectacular 'argayu' that has sunk part of a mountain in Ribadesella

A significant landslide in Ribadesella has raised concerns about geological stability, though no personal injuries have been reported.

Feb 3 • 17:39 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

How to make casadielles, the typical recipe for the fried dessert with which Asturias celebrates Carnival

The article discusses the traditional Asturian recipe for casadielles, a fried dessert commonly enjoyed during Carnival celebrations.

Feb 3 • 15:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The resounding report to protect the eel: 'There is a widespread consensus on its critical state'

A scientific committee warns about the critical status of the eel in Spain, highlighting overfishing, though regions like Galicia and Asturias oppose a ban on its capture.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Invisible neighbors

The article discusses the economic arguments for regularizing immigrants in Asturias and critiques the Archbishop of Oviedo's comments about their integration, emphasizing the humanity of the individuals involved.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A seal shark is found stranded on a beach in Asturias

A 1.45-meter-long, 18-kilogram seal shark was found stranded on Luarca beach in Asturias, likely disoriented after escaping from a hook that weakened it.

Jan 15 • 18:12 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A pioneering sentence in Asturias allows an official to fully enjoy his paternity leave after the Social Security's refusal

A groundbreaking ruling in Asturias enables a civil servant to fully take his paternity leave after Social Security initially denied it.

Jan 15 • 09:26 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

A man dies in the fire of a house in Arriondas (Asturias)

A man died in a house fire in Arriondas, Asturias, where firefighters rescued him in cardiac arrest while extinguishing the flames.

Jan 14 • 03:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The excommunicated nuns of Belorado close their restaurant in Asturias

The excommunicated nuns of the Monastery of Santa Clara in Belorado have closed their restaurant in Arriondas, Asturias, due to the emotional strain on the cook, Sister Myryam.

Jan 13 • 11:59 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Private universities settle in Asturias: the year that marks a change in model

Asturias is set to experience a historic shift in its university system with the establishment of private universities for the first time in 2026.

Jan 11 • 20:35 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The snowstorm affects 40 roads with closed sections on eight of them

A snowstorm impacting the peninsula has led to road closures and restrictions on 40 roads, particularly affecting sections in León and Asturias.

Jan 7 • 08:28 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

Stories of Bloodhounds from Andalusia: From Air Connections to Asturias to the Hitman Friend of the Victim

The article discusses the evolving role of detectives in Andalusia, highlighting their increasing use of new technologies and the potential establishment of professional colleges for private detectives and tour guides.

Jan 7 • 06:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Snow affects 55 roads on Epiphany, with nine of them closed

A snowstorm has impacted 55 roads in Spain, leading to the closure of nine secondary roads in various provinces including Almería, Granada, Asturias, Salamanca, and Navarra.

Jan 6 • 06:40 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Snow affects 55 roads: nine are closed and three national roads have restrictions

A snowstorm has impacted 55 roads across Spain, closing nine and imposing restrictions on three national roads in León and Asturias.

Jan 6 • 01:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Princess of Asturias Foundation denounces fake social media profiles that 'usurp the identity' of Leonor to scam

The Princess of Asturias Foundation warns the public about fake social media profiles impersonating Leonor to commit fraud, clarifying that it does not have any economic assistance programs for individuals.

Jan 5 • 13:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Leticia Baselgas, Folk Dancer: "The Folklore of Francoism Was a Political Construction"

Artist and art history doctor Leticia Baselgas reflects on traditional Asturian culture from a contemporary perspective, discussing themes of music, dance, identity, and territory in her writings.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The Princess of Asturias Foundation warns of identity theft of Leonor to commit fraud on social networks

The Princess of Asturias Foundation has reported that it does not engage in any financial aid programs or solicit donations from individuals, cautioning the public against identity fraud using Princess Leonor's name.

Jan 4 • 20:33 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The snow and ice storm affects 18 secondary roads, eight of them in Asturias

Eighteen secondary roads are affected by a snow and ice storm, with the worst conditions reported in Asturias according to the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT).

Jan 4 • 07:33 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Nel Villanueva, the master of traditions who dusted off the tambourines and the dance to reclaim Asturian pride

Nel Villanueva, a traditional music and dance teacher from Asturias, brings joy and pride to the local culture by reviving traditional practices.

Jan 4 • 05:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

This is how I negotiated with the squatters to recover my house: "You feel like a criminal"

Paloma recounts her experience of reclaiming her apartment in Asturias from her previous tenant who had occupied it for three years without paying rent after the contract ended.

Jan 4 • 01:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Consumer Union of Asturias finalizes a complaint against the concessionaire of the Asturias-León highway for toll abuse

The Consumer Union of Asturias is preparing to file a complaint against Aucalsa for implementing abusive toll practices, potentially leading to a fine exceeding 100,000 euros from the regional government.

Jan 2 • 15:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A dozen roads affected by snowfalls in six provinces, all of them from the secondary network

Thirteen Spanish roads are affected by snowfalls caused by storm Francis, primarily in the secondary network across six provinces: Almería, Granada, Asturias, Salamanca, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and Navarra.

Jan 2 • 08:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The worst blow of machista violence in 2025: 46 women and three minors murdered

In 2025, 46 women and three minors were murdered due to machista violence, highlighting a concerning trend where only one in four cases had a formal complaint against the aggressor, exacerbated by denialism that threatens women's lives.

Jan 1 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Álvaro Queipo, president of the PP in Asturias: "The change of cycle in Spain is clear, but Sánchez blocks it"

Álvaro Queipo, the leader of the PP in Asturias, asserts that a significant change in Spain is evident, yet he believes Sánchez is obstructing it.

Dec 31 • 17:11 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Education, health, housing, and social spending: how the nearly 7,000 million budget of Asturias will be distributed for 2026

The General Council of the Principality approved the autonomous budgets for 2026 amid controversy over the absence of an IU-Convocatoria deputy during the committee review, which necessitated changes in the parliamentary schedule.

Dec 31 • 14:21 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

Driver dies after colliding head-on with a youth team bus in Asturias while driving in the wrong direction

A 75-year-old woman died after crashing head-on into a bus carrying a youth sports team while driving against traffic in Llanes, Asturias.

Dec 30 • 22:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Aitana Castaño, writer: "Life is not just about working to pay the rent"

Asturian author Aitana Castaño reflects on life beyond work and explores the rich history and uncertain future of the Asturian mining basins in her latest book, 'Las madrinas.'

Dec 30 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Operation to Save the Eel, While It Is Already Being Auctioned at 13,000 Euros per Kilo: Fishermen Idle in the Basque Country, Record Prices in Asturias, and Division in High Cuisine

The first batch of eels was auctioned at a record price of 13,000 euros per kilo in Asturias, while fishermen in the Basque Country face a suspension of the fishing campaign for 2025-2026, highlighting a stark contrast in the Cantabrian coast's fishing realities.

Dec 29 • 22:47 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Four crew members rescued from a burning fishing boat off the Asturian coast

Four crew members of the fishing boat 'Nuevo Monteveo' were rescued after a fire broke out while they were working about eight miles from Playa de la Franca in Ribadedeva, Asturias.

Dec 29 • 12:21 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Sergio Llera, Secretary General of the Socialist Youth of Asturias: "We need to regain the credibility of the PSOE"

Sergio Llera, who has been involved in politics since a young age, emphasizes the necessity for the PSOE to restore its credibility amidst his new role as Secretary General of the Socialist Youth in Asturias.

Dec 28 • 05:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

From historic coal mine to creative laboratory: the imposing history of Pozu de Santa Bárbara

The former Pozu de Santa Bárbara coal mine in Asturias has been transformed into a creative laboratory, currently hosting an immersive installation by London-based collective Scanlab Projects as part of the L.E.V. festival.

Dec 27 • 04:30 UTC

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