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Orriols Under Investigation in Parliament, Fined €10,001
Aliança Catalana divides the pro-independence movement: Parliament investigation, €10,001 fine, and a discourse challenging Junts and ERC.
Sep 29, 2026 · 312 replies
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Hotels to Raise Prices Amidst Lower Demand to Protect Profit Margins
Hotels plan to increase prices as demand slows to safeguard profit margins. A three-star hotel on the coast now costs over 100 euros outside of August.
Sep 29, 2026 · 211 replies
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Indian Talent Dominates Skilled Jobs, Forum Reports
Indian talent is increasingly filling skilled positions in the US, with India's large annual birth rate fueling a growing emigration of qualified professionals.
Sep 29, 2026 · 232 replies
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Yolanda Díaz: €225 jumper and €550 handbag for her daughter
Vice President Yolanda Díaz wore a €225 jumper and her 13-year-old daughter a €550 handbag. No one clarifies who paid the bill.
Sep 29, 2026 · 211 replies
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The Castilian Rebellion and the Myth of the 'Comunidades'
Debating the '10% Catalan fiscal deficit', 5th-century Visigothic DNA, and the struggle over Spain's 'Comunidades'.
Sep 29, 2026 · 264 replies
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'Tito Berni' and 13 Others Sentenced to Trial in 'Caso Mediador' Corruption Probe
Judge orders trial for former MP 'Tito Berni', his nephew, and 12 others in the 'Mediador' case, involving corruption, fraud, and bribery between businessmen and public officials.
Sep 28, 2026 · 3 replies
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"Not AI": The Plaza del Sol Campout with Loudspeakers Sparks Debate
A video of a campout with sound equipment in Plaza del Sol ignites discussion about the "Decreto Maricarmen" and who pays for the setup.
Sep 28, 2026 · 78 replies
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Cardio vs. Weights: Hunger Dictates Fat Loss
Cardio increases hunger, barely burns calories, and doesn't build muscle, according to one thesis. Others argue weight loss hinges on calorie deficit.
Sep 28, 2026 · 227 replies
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Mazón Resigns a Year After Valencia's DANA Storm
Carlos Mazón steps down over a year after the devastating DANA storm in Valencia, which caused 226 deaths. The PP retains control of the regional government with Vox's continued support.
Sep 28, 2026 · 264 replies
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From €4,900 Labor Cost to €1,500 Net Pay: Young People's Anger
A worker earning €2,500 gross receives €1,500 net, over a third less. Economic discontent is driving young voters to the right.
Sep 28, 2026 · 209 replies
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University lecturer camping in Madrid's Sol square claims to earn €300 and criticizes rent prices
A university lecturer claims to earn €300 for a substitute contract and is camping in Sol square to protest high rent prices.
Sep 28, 2026 · 89 replies
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Rosalía and LUX: The Alleged Religious Turn Dividing Audiences
LUX achieves the most successful debut for a Spanish-speaking female artist on Spotify. Its nun-like headwear sparks debate about her religious shift.
Sep 28, 2026 · 208 replies
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Off-duty police officers seriously injured in Alcalá de Henares attack
Two off-duty officers hospitalized after assault in Alcalá de Henares' Calle Mayor. One suspect arrested.
Sep 28, 2026 · 220 replies
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Le Pen and Mélenchon's Inflationary Debt Solution
Far-right and far-left French politicians propose inflating away national debt, a move that could penalize Spain and Germany within the Eurozone.
Sep 28, 2026 · 202 replies
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A 16m² basement in Lavapiés for €110,000: Is it a home?
A 16m² cadastral basement in Lavapiés is for sale at €110,000, nearly €7,000 per square meter. The question: does it meet Madrid's minimum housing standards?
Sep 28, 2026 · 221 replies
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Spain Generates One in Four Eurozone Jobless
Spain's unemployment rate hits 10.4%, far above the EU's 5.9%, with 2.2 million on minimum income support, contrasting with the government's 'Spanish dream'.
Sep 28, 2026 · 229 replies
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Recreational Fishing: Declare Every Fish Caught From January
From January 10, 2026, the PescaREC app will require recreational fishermen to declare all catches via mobile, even if none are caught.
Sep 28, 2026 · 233 replies
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Genoa Postpones Pérez Llorca Appointment Amid Internal Allegations
The PP's Genoa headquarters delays Pérez Llorca's designation due to internal complaints about his associates. The decision sparks political debate.
Sep 28, 2026 · 0 replies
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The €18 Burger: Fad, Profit, and an Unbiteable Experience
The rejection of giant, hard-to-eat burgers versus establishments charging over €18.
Sep 28, 2026 · 247 replies
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Podemos proposes a 40% rent cut by law
Podem València proposes a 40% rent reduction by law to "crush the right." Analyses warn: less supply, more undeclared rentals.
Sep 28, 2026 · 200 replies
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China's Royal Welcome for Felipe VI Sparks Debate on Spain's Shifting Foreign Policy
China offers King Felipe VI a ceremonious reception amid discussions in Spain about whether its pivot to Beijing is eroding historical alliances.
Sep 28, 2026 · 224 replies
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40 Years of Heroin, Still No Gray Hairs: The Science Behind the Case
A 53-year-old man has been addicted to heroin for four decades, yet retains his hair and clear speech. Genetics, methadone, and lower purity offer explanations.
Sep 28, 2026 · 226 replies
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Germany 2006 vs 2026: A Footballing Identity Crisis?
Germany's national football team sparks debate on identity and representation, reflecting social tensions. An analysis of the controversy.
Sep 28, 2026 · 7 replies
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Nursing: High Cut-off Scores and Salaries of €2,300 to €2,800
Nursing cut-off scores are rising in Spain, where the degree holds more weight than in much of Europe. Salaries range from €2,300 to €2,800.
Sep 28, 2026 · 391 replies
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Taxing single men: a proposal that reopens fiscal debate
Taxing single men over 30 to fund incentives for families with children: the proposal that reopens fiscal debate on birth rates.
Sep 28, 2026 · 203 replies
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AI Video Sparks Outrage Over Supermarket Price Hikes, But Was It Real?
An AI-generated clip of an elderly man confronting a cashier over rising prices went viral. The video was fake, but the discontent it portrayed is real.
Sep 28, 2026 · 202 replies
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Mechanic Wanted: €1,200 Offer Goes Unclaimed
A garage offers €1,200 net salary but can't find a mechanic. The business cost rises to €2,000, and Madrid rent consumes the entire wage.
Sep 28, 2026 · 211 replies
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Nick Fuentes: The Banned Youngster Waging a Culture War
Nick Fuentes, banned from platforms, banks, and flights, rebuilds his audience from Rumble and TikTok, challenging the US right.
Sep 28, 2026 · 317 replies
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Sánchez Announces Five Measures to Regulate Social Media
Sánchez unveils five digital space regulations, including banning social media for under-16s and holding Meta accountable.
Sep 28, 2026 · 252 replies
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Government Offers Civil Servants 10% Raise Until 2028, Unions Call It an "Insult"
The proposed 10% increase for civil servants by 2028 averages 2.4% annually, falling short of private sector agreements and inflation rates.
Sep 28, 2026 · 374 replies