We are in Finland, where they have recently held the Wife Carrying World Championships. Yes, that’s correct, there is a world championships for carrying a wife… and it looks like bloody hard work. The contestants have to tackle a 250 metro assault course, all with ‘a little’ extra weight hanging upside-down from the man’s neck.
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Mortgage the Palaces?
by Martin Myall •
Finland has suggested that Spain and Italy “mortgage” their national heritage buildings, which in the case of Spain, would be the world-famous El Escorial, or El Palacio Real.
Spanish Prisoners Abroad
by Martin Myall •
Did you know that 83.4% of the 2,426 Spaniards being held in prisons outside the country are serving drug-related sentences?
Forgeries with a Difference
by Martin Myall •
We often read articles about forged brand-name articles, such as sunglasses, belts, handbags, etc, but it is probably the first time that you have come across one about fake military and police equipment – read on.
New Regulations on Residing in Spain
by Martin Myall •
The following is an extract of the official text provided on the Government’s webpage concerning the new laws on residing in Spain for citizens of members states of the EU
Did you know?
by Martin Myall •
In the last cuts passed into law by the Government through a Royal Decree a section deals with the amount of councillors the country has, which at present stands at 68,578. After applying a ‘culling’ the figure will stand at 47,240, which will not take place until the next municipal elections
Stubborn Tax Increase
by Martin Myall •
The rise in purchase tax, IVA (Impuesto de Valor Añadido or Value Added Tax) is attracting a good deal of criticism from every opposition party, as well as the general public – even conservatives from the governing party’s own ranks, but the Government is determined to see it through.
Qué Os Jodan!
by Martin Myall •
Just in case you had any doubt, this means, “screw you,” or more accurately, “screw them.” This graphic proposal for involuntary sex was proffered in the last Parliamentary session in Madrid.
Testicle Treat – Wonky World
by David Darby •
It is common knowledge that testicles from a variety of animals are regarded as a culinary treat. However, the last thing you expect when the chef says he is going to serve testicles, is that the said testicles will be his own!
Coming Home to Roost
by Martin Myall •
There can be no better example of opposition tactics coming back to haunt you once you’re in government than what has happened to Mariano Rajoy.