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How can we measure political polarization in Europe?

Series: Focus. Research Videoblog

08/01/2026 Marina Diakonova

Political polarization can harm a country’s economy. But can we measure the level of polarization in each country? Is it related to legislative gridlock? We answer these questions by analysing the cases of Spain, Germany, France and Italy in the paper “Political polarization in Europe” by Marina Diakonova, Corinna Ghirelli and Javier J. Pérez.

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07/01/2026

Expats, talent without borders

Susana Parraga Rodríguez , Elvira Prades Illanes , Irune Solera Lopez

There are some decisions that need a lot of thought, while others are made almost instinctively. What do you think it would be like to decide to move abroad to work? There are many unknowns but – at least for some people – few doubts. Fasten your seatbelts, we’re off. Our destination is on the map, but what we may find there is still a mystery.

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29/10/2025

How can we protect our economy when disaster strikes? Series: Economy, Inside the Bank

Carmen del Álamo , Isabel Alcalde , Raquel Vegas

Just a year ago, the Valencia flash floods shook Spain and raised doubts about our ability to cope with extreme weather conditions. How can we mitigate the social and material costs? What happens to an economy when devastation hits and cash is damaged? How can the Banco de España help in this kind of natural disasters? Join us in this special episode, dedicated to all the people affected by the floods and those who were part of the surge in solidarity that followed.

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10/10/2025

The Banco de España opens its doors: a journey through the art and architecture of a time-honoured institution Series: Treasures of the Banco de España

Yolanda Romero

The Banco de España is opening its doors to you if you are keen to explore the history, architecture and art collection of this institution dating back more than 200 years. Join us for guided tours of the building.

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01/10/2025

The hidden treasures of the Banco de España Series: Heritage, Inside the Bank

Yolanda Romero

When people think about the treasures the Banco de España keeps within its walls, their first thought is often the gold stored in its vaults. But some riches are not kept underground, as their value lies in being on display for people to enjoy: they are the treasures belonging to our art collection. Join us in getting to know these treasures and explore part of our history with Yolanda Romero, curator of the Banco de España’s heritage and collections. Discover how art and society advance hand in hand.

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25/09/2025

Centuries of history on the page. Conserving our heritage at the Banco de España Library Series: Treasures of the Banco de España

Celia Álvaro Gómez , Patricio Cerro de la Fuente

Imagine you’re reading a book that dates back 500 years. How has it managed to survive wars, fires, floods and centuries of use? Largely thanks to the efforts of libraries like ours at the Banco de España.