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world6 months ago

Incidents and Highlights of Pamplona's San Fermín Festival

Women remain a minority among the thousands of participants in Pamplona's San Fermín festival's bull runs, though their participation is gradually increasing amid concerns over safety and harassment. Despite the tradition's long history and popularity, women face challenges and a complex reputation due to past incidents of harassment, but some are motivated by the thrill and challenge of the event.

world2 years ago

Injuries and Festivities: Spain's 2023 Running of the Bulls

Six people suffered slight injuries during the first bull running race of Spain's San Fermin festival in Pamplona. The event, known for its dangerous nature, has led to 16 fatalities since 1911. Last year, four runners were gored. Despite the risks, thousands of people attended the race, with this year's festival expecting even more visitors as COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. The San Fermin festival is the most famous bull-running event in Spain and is celebrated with cultural events, drinking, and eating. Animal rights activists regularly criticize the festival for animal cruelty.

sports2 years ago

Thrilling Chaos: Americans Among Thousands Thrown into the Air at Pamplona's Running of the Bulls

Several runners suffered knocks and falls during the first running of the bulls at the San Fermín festival in Pamplona, Spain. No one was gored by the animals, but the event attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. The bulls that run in the morning are killed in the afternoon by professional bullfighters, which has led to protests from animal rights activists.

world2 years ago

Injuries mar Spain's annual Running of the Bulls in Pamplona

Six people suffered slight injuries during the first bull running race of Spain's San Fermin festival in Pamplona. The event, known for its dangerous nature, has resulted in 16 fatalities since 1911. Last year, four runners were gored. Despite the risks, thousands of people attended the race, with this year's festival expecting even more visitors as COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. The San Fermin festival is a popular summer highlight in Spain and is often criticized by animal rights activists for animal cruelty.