A dozen skulls, a village in Álava, and the European trafficking of relics during the Flanders wars
A researcher from the University of the Basque Country is leading an international network to trace the journey of hundreds of skulls that arrived in Spain from Germany during the 16th and 17th centuries, revealing an artistic world created by women.
Spain: Can you still eat glass eels?
Glass eels, once a traditional Christmas dish in the Basque Country, have become extremely expensive and are now leading chefs to call for a fishing ban due to their declining numbers.
In the German workshop of Fernando Aramburu: "The victims will have a home in my literature"
Fernando Aramburu discusses his creative process and new novel while reflecting on his Basque roots and literary intentions in his Hannover studio.
Police alarm in Vitoria due to abertzale mobilizations against a Vox event on the public Basque university campus
A police alert has been issued in Vitoria ahead of planned abertzale protests against a Vox event at the Basque public university.
TUI launches new route to gorgeous city that looks like nowhere else in Spain
TUI has introduced a new city break route to Bilbao in Spain's Basque Country, tapping into the growing interest among British travelers for lesser-known Spanish destinations.
The Prosecutor's Office opposes the third degree granted by the Basque Government to ETA member Asier Arzalluz Goñi
The Spanish Prosecutor's Office has opposed the grant of third-degree prison status to ETA member Asier Arzalluz Goñi by the Basque Government, citing concerns over the decision.
Hunting 'Beasts' in the Spain of ETA
The article discusses the historical figure Idoia López Riaño, a member of ETA known as 'the Tigress,' her violent past, and the recent novel inspired by her life.
The grimace of 'Txeroki', the bloody one who doesn't even sleep in his cell in Martutene: 'Here they roam freely'
Garikoitz Azpiazu, known as 'Txeroki', continues to exert influence from within the Martutene prison, mocking the system while supporting fellow terrorists outside.
A Shortcut for ETA Members: 85% of Basque Prisoners on Semi-Liberty with 100.2 are from ETA
The application of Article 100.2 of the Penitentiary Regulations has favored the early release of ETA prisoners, with 85% benefiting from semi-liberty since the Basque government took over prison management in late 2021.
An effigy of Jordan Bardella burned in the Basque Country
An effigy of Jordan Bardella was burned during a political-themed carnival in Hasparren, France, leading to an investigation by local authorities.
The Basque Government allows one of the murderers of López de Lacalle to leave prison and serve his 30-year sentence at home
The Basque government has granted former ETA member Asier Arzalluz a prison benefit enabling him to serve his sentence at home after being convicted for the murder of intellectual José Luis López de Lacalle.
Running a marathon changes the brain in the following weeks
A study shows that marathon runners experience a temporary reduction in brain myelin sheath size, highlighting the brain's adaptability and potential metabolic health implications.
More than half of the Basque population now lives in areas where rent increases are limited by law
Over half of the Basque population resides in areas with legally capped rent increases, with 14 municipalities designated as 'tensioned residential market zones' to combat rising rental prices.
More than half of the Basque population now resides in areas where rent increases are legally limited
More than half of the population in the Basque Country now lives in regions with legally capped rent increases, as 14 municipalities have been declared 'tensioned residential market zones' to control excessive rental prices.
Claudia Múgica returns 30 years later to the place where ETA killed her grandfather: "The radicalization of Basque youth is terrifying"
Claudia Múgica Soto returns to the Basque Country, reflecting on the pain of her grandfather's assassination by ETA 30 years ago and expressing concern over the current radicalization of Basque youth.
The tourist tax in the Basque Country will cost up to 7.5 euros per guest per night
The new tourist tax in the Basque Country will be mandatory starting this summer, charging adults a progressive fee based on accommodation category, with a maximum of 7.5 euros per night for five-star hotels.
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.
The Basque Health Service is unaware if there are more cases with other expired vaccines
The Basque Health Minister Alberto Martínez addressed the media regarding the administration of expired vaccines in the Basque Health Service (Osakidetza) and criticized the contradictory criteria from the Spanish Medicines Agency and the Advisory Vaccination Council of Euskadi.
Iñaki López Gandásegui, president of Aernnova and the businessman who greased the Basque economic relations, passes away
The sudden death of industrial engineer and Aernnova president Iñaki López Gandásegui has shocked Basque society.
Pradales points to a 'new phase' with Sánchez in the transfers to the Basque Country and airports in sight
Pradales emphasizes the importance of political will from the Spanish government as Sánchez agrees to five new transfers to the Basque Country, easing tensions with the PNV.
Housing: a social emergency that demands solutions
The housing crisis in the Basque Country reflects a broader social emergency across Spain, with only a third of young adults aged 18 to 34 having gained independence, positioning them at the bottom within the European Union.
Sánchez allows PNV a first bite of the Social Security and Esteban demands 16 more competencies
Pedro Sánchez has engaged in phone negotiations to facilitate the signing of 5 new competencies for the Basque Country, amid demands from the PNV for additional powers and warnings from former lehendakari Urkullu about the unsustainable situation with Sánchez.
Sánchez cedes the five transfers demanded by the Basque Country and eases the relationship with the PNV
The Basque government has reached an agreement with Sánchez to transfer five pending responsibilities, including unemployment benefits, easing tensions with the PNV.
The PNV warns that if transfers to the Basque Country are not made by Friday, they will not remain "with their arms crossed"
The president of the EBB of the PNV, Aitor Esteban, has warned that the party will take action if transfers to the Basque Country are not completed by Friday.
Basque Country and Navarre emerge unscathed from the financing reform with 70% more money than the average despite Montero's claims to the contrary
The Basque Country and Navarre are set to receive around 70% more funding than the average, contrary to previous claims regarding the impact of the regional financing reform.
Otegi challenges the PNV with a 'broad Basque front' for the upcoming general elections
Otegi emphasizes his aim to form large majorities in Basque politics, vying for central political influence against Aitor Esteban while presenting an alternative for the Basque and Navarre governments.
This is the most beautiful town in the Basque Country to visit in January, according to National Geographic
The article highlights a beautiful town in the Basque Country recommended for January visits, ideal for travelers seeking a winter getaway.
Nogueras warns Sánchez and Junqueras: 'Anything less than an economic agreement like the Basques will not count on our votes'
Nogueras has stated that unless the economic agreement resembles that of the Basque Country, they will not support the proposed changes to regional financing by Sánchez and Junqueras.
The ultimate love message from La Oreja de Van Gogh to Amaia Montero: 'There are more melodies in that head than anyone could invent in ten lives'
The Basque group La Oreja de Van Gogh expresses their love and support for Amaia Montero as they announce their return to the original lineup, stating 'We love you very much, Amaia Montero Saldias.'
Two crime series filmed in the Basque Country that you can't miss
The article highlights two Spanish detective series, 'Innato' set in Vitoria and 'Romi' in Bilbao, both featuring open endings and sharing common themes.
What is Teknei and who is behind it, the technological partner of the Basque 'squad' that bought the former Ibermática
Teknei, founded in 2010 and originally based in Mexico, has experienced significant growth since relocating to Bilbao in 2019 and is now involved in acquiring other companies, including the former Ibermática.
Basque Country ends fiscal mistreatment in pension rescue
The Basque Country has changed the taxation of pension contributions to classify returns as savings income rather than labor income, creating a discrepancy with other Spanish regions.
The lehendakari Pradales 'is running out of patience' with Sánchez and warns him that 'he wants all the tools' for the Basque Country
Lehendakari Imanol Pradales expresses his frustration with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez over unmet agreements regarding the transfer of powers to the Basque Country.
The lehendakari calls on migrants to commit to the Basque people and integrate with 'rights and obligations'
The lehendakari focused on encouraging migrants in the Basque Country to integrate and fulfill their rights and obligations, highlighting their significant increase from 30,000 in 2000 to over 300,000 today during his New Year's speech.
The lehendakari calls on migrants to commit to the Basque people and integrate with 'rights and obligations'
The lehendakari emphasized the importance of migrants integrating into Basque society with mutual rights and obligations during his New Year's Eve speech.
'Skimo', the risky sport practiced by the deceased in the Panticosa avalanche
The article discusses 'skimo', a risky sport practiced by the victims of the recent avalanche in Panticosa, Huesca, including notable individuals like pediatrician Jorge García-Dihinx and skier Eneko Arrastua.
The PNV says that the Basque socialists are also upset because Sánchez fails to transfer competences
The PNV claims that their coalition partners, the PSE-EE, share the same frustration with Pedro Sánchez over his failure to fulfill commitments regarding the transfer of pending competences from the 1979 Statute by 2025, which will not happen.
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.
From bachelor party to the Basque Country and spending 4,000 euros on wine: 'Zero tolerance for boring or stingy companions'
Influencer Alberto de Luna shares his extravagant bachelor party experience in the Basque Country, emphasizing a strict 'zero tolerance' policy towards unenthusiastic friends.
A Danish tourist shares his opinion about the people of the Basque Country after spending a vacation there
A Danish tourist shares his views on the Basque people, discussing their desire for independence after spending time in the region.
The president promotes Otegi as an 'antifascist' reference and of his 'plurinational' majority to reform the State
Spanish President Sánchez has highlighted Otegi from EH Bildu as an 'antifascist' figure and a key player for his 'plurinational' majority aimed at reforming the State, while also making concessions to the Basque Country.
Controversy over eels: Chefs rejecting their consumption and fishmongers defending their sale because it is legal
Chefs, led by Andoni Luis Aduriz, are campaigning against the consumption of endangered eels, while fishmongers argue for its legal sale amidst rising prices and scarcity.
The security of the Basque health care system, controlled by a counterfeit 'ertzaina'
An Ertzaintza officer has been coordinating the security of 45,000 health workers in 753 centers since November 2023 after forging documentation to secure a position supposedly created for him.
From Vitoria to Vitoria by bike: a journey of almost 900 kilometers and conversations amidst unforgettable landscapes
Two former cyclists, Pedro Horrillo and Igor Miner, embark on a nearly 900-kilometer cycling journey from Vitoria to Vitoria, traversing natural landmarks like the Irati jungle and the Bardenas Reales desert, inspired by ultracyclist Basajaun.