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Brain Changes in New Moms: A Closer Look

March 5, 2026

Scientists in Spain studied how pregnancy hormones can change the brain’s gray matter. They used MRI scans and urine tests on 179 women, tracking changes before, during, and after pregnancy. The research showed that gray matter – the part of the brain involved in thinking and feeling – can shrink by

sports

Falcons Set to Take the Field in Madrid

March 3, 2026

The National Football League has confirmed that its Atlanta Falcons will travel to Spain in 2026 for an international match. The game is planned as a home appearance for the Falcons, who will play eight contests in Atlanta that season. Among the nine home games scheduled for 2026, several opponen

politics

Britain Responds to Drone Attack with Ships and Helicopters

March 3, 2026

The United Kingdom has moved quickly after a drone from Iran struck its base in Cyprus. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain would send the destroyer HMS Dragon and a squad of helicopters equipped to fight drones to the island. The decision came after the attack caused only minor damag

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Sporting Events Get Tangled in Middle East Turmoil

March 3, 2026

The tension between Iran, the United States and Israel is spilling over into sports. Air routes that many athletes rely on are now closed, leading to cancellations and delays across the globe. The ripple effects show how politics can hit even the most neutral arenas. The International Paralympic

health

Heat‑Wave Alerts Get Smarter, Save Lives

February 26, 2026

In Spain, 2025 was the hottest summer on record, beating 2022 by about one tenth of a degree. Yet, fewer people died from the heat—908 deaths less than in 2022. Researchers wondered if a tweak to how authorities warn about heat waves could explain this drop. They looked at each province’s year

politics

Spain Opens Long‑Hidden Documents on 1981 Coup Attempt

February 26, 2026

In Spain, officials have finally made public a set of 153 documents that were kept secret for almost half a century. These files relate to the day in February 1981 when armed soldiers stormed the national parliament with guns, trying to end democracy and restore a dictatorship that had ended six yea

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Spain Opens Old Files About 1981 Coup

February 23, 2026

Spain is set to release documents about a failed coup in 1981 that almost toppled its young democracy. The move follows many people asking for more information. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the files will be declassified. He called it a way to pay back a historical debt and let citizens see th

science

Bananas Near Brazil’s Mining Site May Be a Health Hazard for Kids

February 18, 2026

Scientists have found that bananas grown close to the Doce River estuary in Brazil could be risky for children under six. The danger comes from metals left over after a 2015 dam collapse that released mining waste into the area. Researchers from Brazil and Spain tested bananas, cassava, and cocoa pu

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Luka Dončić: From Ljubljana to Los Angeles, A Global Basketball Journey

February 15, 2026

Luka Dončić grew up in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. His parents come from different backgrounds: his mother is Slovenian while his father, Sasa Dončić, has Serbian roots and was also a professional basketball player. This mix of cultures shaped the young athlete’s early life. He started play

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Kim’s Big Comeback Wins Adelaide Golf Title

February 15, 2026

Anthony Kim returns to the top after a long break. He had been away from golf for 12 years because of an Achilles injury and personal problems. In March 2024 he joined the LIV Golf tour again. Kim played his first round at Adelaide with a shaky start. He was five strokes behind the leaders, Jon Rah