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Tariffs Start to Hit Local Retailers
Highlands Current - New York
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August 15, 2025
Some say customers are spending less Every receipt brings Richard Shea confirmation. For 100 pieces of 10-foot-long two-by-fours that “not long ago” cost $400, the construction company owned by the former Philipstown supervisor just paid $661....
WHS students grow in Spain
Republic-Times - Illinois
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August 6, 2025
Students studying Spanish at Waterloo High School recently returned from Europe, seeing a great deal of Spain’s culture as well as traveling around France for a trip that provided lessons and memories for the rest of their lives. Waterloo High...
Rodrygo to Liverpool transfer 'twist' as Xabi Alonso makes major new Real Madrid decision
Liverpool Echo
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August 6, 2025
Liverpool continue to be linked with transfer interest in Rodrygo and the winger has now reportedly been dealt another blow by Real Madrid as he hopes to break into Xabi Alonso's plans. The 24-year-old, who opted not to join the Reds from boyhood...
When is the best time to go to Spain?
Lonely Planet
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Spain consistently ranks as one of the most-visited destinations in the world. This vibrant and multifaceted European country has attractions that resonate with every kind of traveler. Whether you’re a culture enthusiast seeking to immerse...
I’ve lived in Barcelona and I think these are the city’s best hotels
The Independent (U.S.)
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August 5, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Six Spanish wines to try, including a well-priced and balanced tempranillo
The Globe and Mail
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August 6, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:Madrid-based Peninsula Vinicultores acquired Fontana Bodegas & Vinedos in Castile, shown here, and Bideona in Rioja Alavesa. Co-founder Andreas Kubach says Castile is an often-overlooked region for wine.Bodegas...
Aguilas to bring back gas, convenience store to Brewster
The Globe - Minnesota
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August 15, 2025
BREWSTER — In three to four weeks, Brewster will see a new, yet familiar, face come to its streets. Formerly known as Jim’s Amoco Gas, Aguilas (“Eagle” in Spanish) has had its gas pumps open since Aug. 6 and will soon be opening a convenience...
Major British bank with 5million customers could disappear after sale to Spanish rival is approved – what it means
The Scottish Sun
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August 6, 2025
A MAJOR bank with five million customers could vanish after its sale to Spanish rival. TSB is set to be taken over by Spanish banking giant Santander after shareholders approved a £2.65billion deal. 2 The bank beat British rival Barclays which...
#692: Forjando Lealtad Duradera: Estrategia y Gestión (Spanish Episode)
Thewisemarketer.com - Florida
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August 5, 2025
This episode of Let’s Talk Loyalty and Loyalty TV is in Spanish. ¿Quieres llevar tu estrategia de lealtad al siguiente nivel? En el episodio más reciente de “Let’s Talk Loyalty en Español”, contamos con la valiosa perspectiva de Federico Rosas...
Ukraine’s MHP to complete takeover of Spain’s Uvesa Group
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 6, 2025
EUROPE – Ukraine-headquartered MHP has finalized the acquisition of a 92% shareholding in Spanish-based Grupo Uvesa, marking the end of a share purchase process that began in late 2024. The announcement was made by MHP founder and chief executive...
MasOrange Vodafone and GIC form Spain’s largest fibreco
Mobile Europe
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August 5, 2025
Spain’s fixed broadband market took another significant step toward consolidation this week, with MasOrange and Vodafone Spain – now owned by UK-based investment firm Zegona – announcing the creation of the country’s largest fibre network company...
Amazon customer says delivery driver she found masturbating in her bedroom returned to her home
The Guardian
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August 6, 2025
An Amazon customer who complained to the online retailer about a delivery driver coming into her home and masturbating in her bedroom is demanding to know how the man was allowed to return to her house two days later. Spanish police have taken a...
Spanish hotel chiefs admit 'we scared tourists away - now they're abandoning us'
Chronicle Live
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August 1, 2025
21:01, 01 Aug 2025Updated 21:07, 01 Aug 2025 Locals in a Spanish resort have confessed they "frightened tourists away" following overtourism demonstrations that resulted in a sharp drop in visitor numbers. The Soller Valley, situated on Majorca,...
Euro zone retail sales grow quicker than expected
RTE Ireland
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August 6, 2025
Euro zone retail sales grew quicker than thought in June, data showed today, reinforcing views that the bloc remains resilient to trade uncertainty thanks to the continued rebound in domestic consumption. Retail sales in the 20 nations sharing the...
Which UK phone companies offer free roaming in Spain?
The Local - Spain
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August 5, 2025
Since Brexit, many UK phone providers have ended their offers of free data roaming in the EU, although some still offer it. So if you're planning a trip to Spain, here's the latest list. EU agreements mean that phone companies are banned from...
San Jose police chief uses AI to speak Spanish
KTVU - California
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SJPD uses AI to get immigration message out in Spanish SAN JOSE, Calif. - San Jose Police Chief Paul Joseph released a video on Tuesday using artificial intelligence to translate and deliver his message in Spanish, aiming to build trust within the...
Euro zone retail sales grow quicker than thought after revisions
FashionNetwork India
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August 6, 2025
By Reuters Published August 6, 2025 Euro zone retail sales grew quicker than thought in June, data showed on Wednesday, reinforcing views that the bloc remains resilient to trade uncertainty thanks to the continued rebound in domestic consumption....
Gonzalo García to stay, wear number 9 for Real Madrid -report
Managing Madrid
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August 6, 2025
Real Madrid have reportedly made a definitive decision regarding the future of promising academy product Gonzalo García, who will remain with the first team for the 2025–26 season. According to Onda Cero, the 21-year-old forward has earned his...
Georgians choose Italy for shopping
Georgian Business Consulting
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August 5, 2025
Tbilisi (GBC) - Non-cash payments by visitors from Georgia, outside the country, in June amounted to 289.3 million GEL. Compared to the previous month, the volume of card transactions (Georgian cards) through POS terminals has also decreased...
Welcome to the new Managing Madrid: A fresh look, fewer ads and a new feature
Managing Madrid
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August 6, 2025
Things will look a little different around here today.A few weeks ago we told you something new was coming to Managing Madrid and today it’s here. Things are cleaner, faster and easier to use. There are the same writers, coverage, comments, and...