Bull running in Spain: Thousands flock to Pamplona for controversial San Fermin festival

EXPLAINER: What is behind Spain’s big San Juan celebrations as traditional beach bonfires are banned in some areas

SPAIN’S San Juan festival has its roots in a pagan celebration that takes place every year to mark the start of summer. Fire and water, purification and rejuvenation, turning away

LIVE: Pamplona's San Fermin bull-running festival kicks off in Spain

Watch live coverage of the opening and fireworks of Pamplona's annual San Fermin festival in northern Spain, with bull running to begin tomorrow. #live #spain #bullrun

LIVE: Running of the bulls in Spain's Pamplona

The first day of Pamplona's annual San Fermin festival in which thousands of people line the medieval city's narrow streets for the centuries-old tradition of running with bulls. #runningofthebulls #SanFerminfestival #Pamplona #Spain #bulls #live #Reuters #news Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Costa Rica Bull Shark Festival Highlights Tourism and Conservation

Playas del Coco will host the Festival del Tiburón Toro from tomorrow July 3 until Sunday the 5th, bringing researchers, divers, students, tourism businesses and community groups together for a weekend focused on one of Costa Rica’s most recognizable marine species. The three-day event will center on conservation, tourism and community education. Official festival activities [] The post Costa Rica Bull Shark Festival Highlights Tourism and Conservation appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

How Hemingway’s 100-year-old classic still inspires hundreds to run with bulls in Pamplona

Hemmingway’s masterpiece put Spain's biggest bull run festival on the map for millions around the world

One runner gored in the face at Spain’s San Fermin bull run festival

PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — One runner was gored in the face and many more were fortunate to not be seriously injured during a chaotic bull run at Spain’s San Fermin festival on Saturday. The six bulls and accompanying steers charged through crowds of thrill-seekers who packed the narrow street course in Pamplona. The huge animals [] The post One runner gored in the face at Spain’s San Fermin bull run festival appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Live charity music event in Ciudad Quesada raises awareness of Ben Needham case

The Costa Blanca community will come together this July for an evening of live music, fundraising and remembrance in support []

‘Tourists are bastards’: Britain’s favourite holiday hotspot has had enough

Spanish locals are gearing up for a long, hot summer of anti-tourism protests

After FIFA priced them out of their own World Cup, many Mexicans take their TVs to the street

Millions of Mexican fans have turned street corners, plazas, and taco stands into their own version of the tournament.

Bad Bunny: Latin star lights up London with history-making stadium show

Pride and a party as the Puerto Rican becomes the first Latin artist to headline a UK stadium.

San Juan Celebrations Draw Thousands to Beaches in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa

Bonfires illuminated six beaches as families, friends, residents and visitors gathered to welcome summer during one of the Costa Blanca’s most eagerly awaited annual celebrations. TORREVIEJA / ORIHUELA COSTA — June 24, 2026 Thousands of people gathered along the coastline of Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa on Tuesday evening to celebrate the Night of San Juan, [] The post San Juan Celebrations Draw Thousands to Beaches in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

San Fermin 2026: Runner Gored in Face During 5th Bull Run in Pamplona (Disturbing Video)

A runner was gored in the face and 12 others were injured during Saturday's San Fermin bull run in Pamplona, Spain. The incident occurred after a bull broke away from the pack on the crowded 875-metre course. The festival, now in its fifth day, marks 100 years since Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises helped bring international attention to the event.

One of Latin America’s largest Pride marches set for Mexico City Saturday

Hundreds of thousands will participate, gathering at the Angel of Independence at 10 a.m. and proceeding along Paseo de la Reforma to the Historic Center. The post One of Latin America’s largest Pride marches set for Mexico City Saturday appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Five types of People You Would Definitely Meet at a Tiger Street Party 

This year, Tiger Beer street parties in Awka and Port Harcourt have been pure street culture in motion—loud music, packed crowds, games, drinks, and unforgettable shared moments. A Tiger party is the perfect embodiment of where people meet, vibe, and express themselves freely in one space. Here are five types of people you would definitely... Read More Read » Five types of People You Would Definitely Meet at a Tiger Street Party on YNaija

After Mother Nature Turns Up the Heat, Festival Yodelers Perform Inside Swiss Fountains

After Mother Nature Turns Up the Heat, Festival Yodelers Perform Inside Swiss Fountains

Swiss yodellers rehearse in public fountains as Basel swelters

Basel’s national yodelling festival unfolds during a heatwave as performers sing in fountains, compete across the city and close with street parades.

Mad Cool Festival 2026 Day One in photos: Foo Fighters, Wolf Alice and more

The Madrid festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary in style, kicking off with The Last Dinner Party, Dogstar, Moby and loads more The post Mad Cool Festival 2026 Day One in photos: Foo Fighters, Wolf Alice and more appeared first on NME.

Hemingway’s masterpiece on Spain's bull runs turns 100 years old with its allure intact

One hundred years ago a book was published that put Spain's biggest bull run festival on the map for millions of readers around the world.

Latinos: the backbone of the World Cup

En el Mundial de este año, México alberga 13 partidos. Ciudades como Los Ángeles, Miami y Houston —donde millones de latinos y comunidades catrachas vibran y trabajan día a día— [] The post Latinos: the backbone of the World Cup appeared first on URL Media.

Banijay’s Immersive Experience ‘Luminiscence’ Set to Expand to Seville’s Stunning Parish of San Jacinto (EXCLUSIVE)

Banijay Iberia will bring its immersive experience ‘Luminiscence’ to Seville’s stunning Parish of San Jacinto, in its Triana district, home to famed flamenco dancers, bullfights and sailors who sailed to Spain’s New World in the Americas. Set to debut in October, the Seville ‘Luminiscence’ marks the third city in Spain to host the global immersive phenomenon, after []

¡Olé! España prende a la afición en California con gol de Oyarzabal

Los gritos y festejos españoles suenan en los dieciseisavos de final, tras el gol de Mikel Oyarzabal que los acerca a la siguiente ronda. España se adueña de Los Ángeles y se roban el show.

30 Years Since the First Promises and 10 Years After the Olympics, the Cleanup of Guanabara Bay Remains Rio’s Main Challenge

Clique aqui para Português This article is part of our series reflecting on the impacts of mega-events on Rio de Janeiro 10 years after the 2016 Olympic Games. It is the first in a series [...]

Watch: Mexico Fans' Nasty Ploy To Disrupt Ecuador's Plans Before FIFA WC Clash

Hundreds of Mexican fans gathered outside the Ecuador team's hotel, creating a noisy atmosphere in order to disrupt their preparations ahead of the two nations' Round of 32 face-off

Community Festival - three-days of fun starts today!

Friday, Saturday, Sunday - June 26-28Fri - noon-11pmSat - noon-11pmSun - noon-6pmGoodale Park, ColumbusA free, non-corporate, music and arts annual festival. The festival bills itself as The Party with a Purpose. To accomplish this goal, the festival relies on community members to work together in the planning and operation of the festival serving on committees and work teams including clean-up and recycling, safety and first aid, entertainment, street fair, etc.

New pretzel and beer-focused festival hits the riverfront next month

A new festival from two of the biggest names in town focuses on one of the most natural combinations ever conceived by mankind: pretzels and beer. Cincinnati Lager House and SERVATii will team up across two evenings on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 for the inaugural Bretzel Mini Beer Fest. The festival [] The post New pretzel and beer-focused festival hits the riverfront next month appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

Wild crowd roars Mexico to victory

A wild crowd roars Mexico to victory over Ecuador and into the last 16 at the World Cup.

🥳 Morocco fans take over the Macroplaza and spark wild scenes

The color, passion, and international folklore of the World Cup have completely taken over Nuevo León, Mexico. Hundreds of fans flooded the city to put together a real celebration ahead of the clash ...

Runner gored in the face and 12 others injured at Spanish bull-running festival

Runner gored in the face and 12 others injured at Spanish bull-running festival

Wildfire menaces Spanish tourist hotspot, Portugal seeks help

Hundreds of Spanish firefighters battled an expanding wildfire near the tourist hotspot of Costa Brava on Friday as Portugal sought outside help to combat forest fires in its north. The Costa Brava blaze started in the morning near the northeastern municipality of La Bisbal d’Emporda, around 20 kilometres (12 miles) from a picturesque coastline usually [] The post Wildfire menaces Spanish tourist hotspot, Portugal seeks help appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

11 die, 19 missing in Spain wildfire

Madrid, July 11: A wildfire in southern Spain killed at least 11 people overnight into Friday morning, making it one of...