Mexico Asked Spain to Apologize for Its Conquest. Spain Said No.
The Spanish government rejected the Mexican president's demand, suggesting Spain's invasion of the Americas shouldn't be judged through our modern lens.
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What Happened When Swarms of Bees Invaded Valencia
In the city of 790,000 people, bee colonies up to 10,000 strong emerged all over the place and overwhelmed the city's resources.
Viewfinder: The Parliament of Catalonia Pushes Back
Members of the Parliament of Catalonia voted to reject a suspension of former Catalan President Carles Puigdemont and five others from government service.
Viewfinder: Pro-Independence Demonstrations in Catalonia
Catalan separatists take to the streets during a pro-independence demonstration on September 11th, 2018, in Barcelona, Spain, marking the National Day of Catalonia.
Viewfinder: Observing Palm Sunday in Sevilla
Children ask for candy from members of the La Paz brotherhood as they head to church to take part in the Palm Sunday procession in Sevilla, Spain, on March 25th, 2018.
Viewfinder: Support of Ousted Separatist Leader Outside the Catalan Parliament
A demonstrator covers his face with a mask depicting ousted separatist leader Carles Puigdemont during a protest outside the Catalan parliament on January 30th, 2018, in Barcelona, Spain.
Did an Accused Money Launderer Funnel Millions to the NRA?
Alexander Torshin is a Russian politician accused of financial crimes in Spain, and now the FBI is checking into his ties with the Trump campaign.
Viewfinder: A Demonic Celebration in Spain
A costumed reveler takes part in the Correfoc festival in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, on January 21st, 2018.
Viewfinder: Demonstrating for Political Prisoners in Barcelona
People hold banners in front of Barcelona's city hall on December 4th, 2017, during a demonstration demanding the release of jailed separatist leaders.
The Catalan Independence Referendum Leaves the E.U. With Few Options
Bad timing, political limitations, and a lack of effective legal recourse are keeping the European Union out of the fight over Catalonian separatism.