Gibraltar-Spain Border Fence Removed After Years of Talks
After years of negotiations, one of Europe's most contentious border fences came down this week. Thousands who cross daily between Gibraltar and Spain can now move freely without barriers.
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Spain Removes Gibraltar From Tax Haven List After 35 Years
After three decades on Spain's tax haven blacklist, Gibraltar has been officially cleared thanks to proven tax cooperation and transparency reforms. The move recognizes real progress in international tax standards and marks a turning point in relations between the two territories.
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Gibraltar's Monkeys Learn to Eat Dirt After Tourist Snacks
Wild macaques in Gibraltar have discovered an unusual remedy for junk food stomachaches: eating soil. Scientists say it's a clever survival trick in our human-dominated world.
Gibraltar and Spain Remove Border After Historic EU-UK Deal
Starting Wednesday, thousands of daily commuters no longer face border checks between Gibraltar and Spain. A new treaty between the EU and UK removes physical barriers that have divided the British territory from mainland Europe.
Gibraltar-Spain Border Checks End After Historic UK-EU Deal
After decades of tension and frustrating queues, Gibraltar and Spain have eliminated border checks in a groundbreaking agreement between the UK and EU. The move ends daily delays for 15,500 workers who cross between the tiny British territory and Spain.
Gibraltar Monkeys Eat Dirt to Fight Tourist Junk Food
Wild monkeys in Gibraltar are intentionally eating soil to soothe stomach problems caused by tourists feeding them chips and candy. Scientists say it's the first time this self-medicating behavior has been documented in Europe's only wild monkey population.
Gibraltar Man Survives Cardiac Arrest, Relearns to Walk
Joseph Vecino collapsed at a Gibraltar pool with his heart stopped and head bleeding, but a lifeguard's six-minute CPR battle brought him back. After 22 days in a coma and four months relearning to walk and talk, he's sharing his story to thank his rescuers and warn others about the silent killer: stress.
150 Ancient Shipwrecks Found Off Gibraltar Coast
Archaeologists just uncovered a massive underwater museum beneath Gibraltar's waters: over 150 shipwrecks spanning 2,400 years of human history. The discovery reveals one of the largest maritime graveyards in the Mediterranean, with vessels from ancient Phoenician traders to 18th-century warships.
Spanish Team Discovers 150 Ancient Shipwrecks in Gibraltar
Spanish archaeologists found over 150 shipwrecks in the Bay of Gibraltar, some dating back 2,400 years. Before 2019, only four underwater sites were known in the area.
34 Ancient Shipwrecks Found in Bay of Gibraltar
Spanish archaeologists have documented 34 shipwrecks spanning 2,500 years in the Bay of Gibraltar, revealing a treasure trove of maritime history from Phoenician vessels to World War II planes. The discovery offers an unparalleled window into centuries of human exploration, trade, and cultural exchange.
150 Ancient Shipwrecks Found in Bay of Gibraltar
Archaeologists have discovered over 150 shipwrecks spanning 2,500 years in Spain's Bay of Gibraltar, creating an "underwater museum" that chronicles human maritime history from ancient Phoenician vessels to World War II planes. Now they're racing to protect and share these treasures before time runs out.
Researchers Find 150 Ancient Shipwrecks in Gibraltar Bay
A six-year archaeological project has uncovered more than 150 shipwrecks in the Bay of Gibraltar, creating an underwater museum that spans 2,500 years of human history. The team is racing to document these treasures before they disappear forever.
Surgeon Removes Cancer From 1,500 Miles Away Using Robot
A London surgeon successfully removed a patient's prostate cancer while controlling a robot from 1,500 miles away in Gibraltar. The breakthrough surgery means patients could soon receive specialized care without leaving their local hospitals.
Berkeley Teen, 19, One Swim Away From World Record
Maya Merhige just conquered the brutal Strait of Gibraltar in under four hours, putting her one swim away from becoming the youngest person ever to complete the elite Oceans Seven challenge. Every stroke she takes honors cancer patients, raising over $190,000 in ten years.
Scotland Mandates Swift Bricks for All New Buildings
Scotland just became the first UK nation to require special bird bricks in every new building, giving endangered swifts a fighting chance after a 60% population crash. While England spent four years debating, Scotland made it law in just one month.
Morocco, Spain, Portugal Unite Justice Systems for 2030 Cup
Three countries preparing to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup just signed a groundbreaking agreement to strengthen their legal systems together. It's the first time the tournament will span two continents, and these nations are building bridges that go far beyond the pitch.
Monkey's DNA Map Could Stop Wildlife Trafficking
A monkey in Staffordshire just became the first of her endangered species to have her complete genetic code decoded. The breakthrough gives scientists a powerful new tool to fight poaching and protect Barbary macaques from extinction.
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Mexican Swimmer Breaks Record: 53 Miles Nonstop in 17 Hours
David Olvera swam 53 miles from Cozumel to Cancún in under 17 hours, setting Mexico's longest solo open-water swimming record. The 31-year-old conquered strong currents and darkness on his third attempt at the grueling Caribbean crossing.
Morocco and Portugal Plan €800M Undersea Highway
Morocco and Portugal are moving forward with plans for an undersea highway connecting Africa to Europe, with a budget exceeding €800 million. The ambitious tunnel project enters concrete planning as the two nations prepare to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain.
Morocco Now Powers Spain With Clean Energy
Morocco is exporting renewable electricity to Spain through underwater cables, marking a major win for clean energy cooperation between Africa and Europe. This groundbreaking partnership shows how nations can work together to build a sustainable future.
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