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Spain “hours away from civil war” EU warns as Catalonian Independence declaration looms

By Estaban Al Andaluzi  Spain “hours away from civil war” EU warns as Catalonian Independence declaration looms Travel Advice: Spain as a whole: necessary travel only. Risk level 3 Cataluña: avoid entirely, leave if possible. Risk level 5 weekend casualties over 1’000 Basque: Risk Level 3 Al-Andaluz: Risk Level 4…



Catalan Independence | Barcelona on lockdown as forces move in to crush independence rebellion

By Janessa Estevez  Catalan Independence | Barcelona on lockdown Catalonia/Catalunya heads into a landmark moment in its modern history this weekend, and no one really knows how it’s going to play out, tensions are high and so are the stakes.   Spanish government spokesman Inigo Mendez de Vigo said on…


Saudi Arabia passes law allowing women to drive

By Amjad Shah  Women can drive in Saudi Arabia Campaigners in Saudi Arabia have hailed King Salman’s decree allowing women to drive for the first time.   One female activist called it a “great victory”, while another said things would “never be the same again”.   The country’s US ambassador…




Non cyclists from London cycle across Spain to raise money for “Water For Life” in  East Africa | Please Donate

By Islamic Relief Non cyclists from London cycle across Spain to raise money for “Water For Life” in  East Africa Hola dearest amigos, Every year, I try to set myself a challenge to raise money for a worthwhile cause. This year, I have decided to cycle 30-40 miles every day (I may…