Spain searches for migrant boat taking risky Atlantic route

MADRID (AP) — Spanish authorities are searching for a boat reportedly carrying around 60 migrants from western Africa to Spain’s Canary Islands. The perilous Atlantic Ocean route is increasingly attracting migrants wanting to reach European soil. State news agency Efe reports that a plane with Spain’s maritime rescue service is looking for the inflatable boat amid poor sea conditions. The deadly Atlantic Ocean route from northwest Africa to the Canary Islands has become popular