TAB Connection Sarah Macías Travelling through words Words are a powerful tool and must be used to build bridges between people, cultures and communities. That’s what Sarah Macías did during the World Universities Public Speaking Championship in Spanish to proclaim herself champion.
R&D Pilar Mateo Leading the way Scientist Pilar Mateo is the winner of the 2025 Talento a bordo Mujeres a Seguir Award. A firm believer in science at the service of society who has saved thousands of lives with her innovations.
Sport Alfonso Cabello A life full of challenges “What pushes me the most is to be told I can’t do something, to first prove to myself, and then to others, that indeed I can.” With this sentence, Alfonso Cabello shows how he has become one of the best para-cyclists in the world.
TAB Connection Ignacio Blanco A scale of greys The Spanish University Debate League (LEDU) celebrated its 25th edition and its best speaker, Ignacio Blanco, a young journalist who defends the grey scale in a polarised world that seems to be ruled by black or white.
Fashion Alejandre Body of desire Defending the body’s sensuality far from political correctness. From this perspective, emerging brand Alejandre promotes female empowerment and breaks the taboos associated to silhouettes.
Art David Rodríguez Caballero The metal alchemist The pure lines of his sculptures establish a unique relationship with light and movement. Elegant and ethereal, his works have been exhibited (and admired) around the world.
Gastronomy Alejandra Rivas The heart of Rocambolesc A world of fantasy where children create unforgettable memories and adults have flashbacks they thought they’d forgotten. This is Rocambolesc, a sweet paradise conceived by Alejandra Rivas, alongside Jordi Roca.
Cinema and theatre Alauda Ruiz de Azúa Lullaby The Spanish film industry has a new rising star, and indeed, as is becoming the norm in recent times, it’s a woman: Alauda Ruiz de Azúa. According to Pedro Almodóvar, 'Lullaby' (original title: 'Cinco lobitos') is “the best debut in years”.
Music 2022 festivals Musical hedonism Pleasure. What you feel when you listen to your favourite song, sing it at the top of your lungs, and share it with thousands of people. After taking a break due to the pandemic, music festivals are back with a bang.
Photography Juan Baraja The photographer of architecture His particular way of perceiving space has turned Juan Baraja into one of the leading photographers of contemporary architecture. Within the framework of PHotoESPAÑA, he presents 'Against All That Glitters: Effects of Time'.