Netflix's 'The Ballad of a Small Player' Explores Addiction Amid Macao's Casino Glitter
Colin Farrell delivers an unhinged performance as a gambling addict in Edward Berger's latest film, 'The Ballad of a Small Player,' which premiered in the Official Section of the San Sebastián Film Festival. The Irish actor confessed to having "a kind of OCD when bringing his characters to life," a trait he fully embraced for his role as Lord Doyle, a compulsive gambler lost in the...
Clece Condemned for Deficient Care Leading to Resident's Death in Mojados
The Provincial Court of Valladolid has confirmed the conviction against Spanish company Clece S.A. for providing deficient care to 82-year-old resident María Álamo, who died in 2016 from generalized sepsis caused by an infected sacral ulcer. The ruling upholds the decision originally made by the Court of First Instance No. 2 of Valladolid, establishing the company's responsibility for the...
Debbie Duncan Advocates for Tighter Online Controls Following Son's Disappearance in Tenerife
Debbie Duncan, the mother of Jay Slater, has revealed the profound emotional toll her family endured from online harassment and misinformation during the search for her missing son. In an interview on BBC Breakfast, Duncan described how the proliferation of false claims and conspiracy theories exacerbated their distress while authorities searched for the 19-year-old in Tenerife. Slater...
PP Leader Feijóo Proposes Prioritizing Hispanic Immigration in New Migration Plan
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of Spain's Popular Party (PP), has unveiled the core principles of his party's upcoming migration plan during a meeting in Formentera with police unions and Civil Guard associations. The proposal represents a significant hardening of the opposition party's migration stance, with Feijóo declaring that "the good-natured model of integration has failed" and...
Alejandro Sanz's 2026 Stadium Tour Includes Nine Spanish Cities Starting in Sevilla
Spanish music icon Alejandro Sanz has confirmed details for his 2026 Spanish tour, titled '¿Y Ahora Qué?', following successful sold-out performances across Mexico and Latin America. The tour will kick off at Sevilla's Estadio La Cartuja on June 6, 2026, marking the beginning of an extensive nine-city Spanish leg that will see the Grammy-winning artist perform in major venues throughout the...
Political Clash in Extremadura Assembly Over School Transport Crisis
The president of the Junta of Extremadura, María Guardiola, and the leader of the Socialist parliamentary group, Miguel Ángel Gallardo, engaged in a heated exchange during Thursday's plenary session of the Extremadura Assembly. The confrontation stemmed from questions raised by Gallardo regarding the regional government's handling of the school transport crisis, which has affected thousands...
Primavera Sound Barcelona 2026 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup Featuring The Cure, Doja Cat
Primavera Sound Barcelona has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring headliners The Cure, Doja Cat, Gorillaz, and The xx for the festival's 24th edition. The event will take place at Barcelona's Parc del Fòrum from June 3-7, 2026, with organizers describing the artist selection as representing "the past, present and future of music." This marks the earliest lineup reveal in the festival's...
AEMET Forecasts Temperature Swings and Storm Activity Across Spanish Regions
The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued comprehensive forecasts indicating significant weather variability across Spain's diverse regions. While some areas will experience moderate temperatures and radiant conditions, others face potential showers and storm activity. The climate patterns are being influenced by an Atlantic trough and a low-pressure center in southeastern...
Wind Turbine Maker Nordex Lands Breakthrough Spanish Deal with 20-Year Service Contract
Nordex SE has secured its first order for N175/6.X wind turbines in Spain, marking a strategic expansion in one of Europe's key renewable energy markets. The German wind turbine manufacturer will supply eight turbines to independent power producer Abei Energy for the "Avellanosa" wind park in Castile and León, representing approximately 50 megawatts of capacity. The deal represents Nordex's...
Spanish Court Backs Judge's Decision Not to Investigate Officials Over 2023 Flood Response
The Valencia Provincial Court has reaffirmed its support for the investigating magistrate handling the Dana flood case, rejecting appeals that sought to have government officials declared as formal suspects. In a series of rulings, the court's second section upheld the judge's decision to maintain Pilar Bernabé, the government delegate in the Valencian Community, and Miguel Polo, president...
Spanish Far-Right Politician Steps Down Following Domestic Abuse Sentence
A councilor for the far-right Vox party in Benicàssim, Enrique Mulet, has been convicted of gender-based violence offenses against his wife and will resign from his municipal position. The Court of Violence Against Women No. 1 in Castellón found Mulet guilty of injury offenses committed during a domestic dispute at the family home on August 31.The court established as proven facts...
Political Clash in Congress Over Catalan Immigration Authority
The Spanish Congress has rejected a proposed law that would have transferred immigration powers to Catalonia's regional government, dealing a significant blow to one of the key agreements between the Socialist Party (PSOE) and Junts at the start of the current legislature. The vote on Tuesday saw 177 votes against and 173 in favor, with the opposition coming from an unusual coalition that...
Political Tensions Flare as Spanish Government Faces Corruption Allegations
Spanish Finance Minister and First Vice President María Jesús Montero has reiterated her full confidence in her chief of staff, Carlos Moreno, following judicial revelations that Spain's Treasury Department postponed a tax debt for a company linked to businessman Víctor de Aldama after he met with Moreno. The allegations emerged during Wednesday's congressional control session, where the...
Madrid Leader Decries 'Caribbean Soap Opera' in Moncloa Over Court Cases
Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the president of the Madrid region, has described the Spanish government's seat at La Moncloa as a "Caribbean soap opera" while criticizing judicial proceedings involving Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's inner circle. During a news forum breakfast on Thursday, Ayuso referenced multiple legal cases, including the investigation into Sánchez's wife Begoña Gómez for alleged...
Oyarzabal Strike Lifts Real Sociedad to Maiden Win Over Struggling Mallorca
Real Sociedad finally secured their first victory of the season with a 1-0 win over Mallorca in the sixth round of LaLiga EA Sports. The decisive goal came from captain Mikel Oyarzabal just after halftime, providing much-needed relief for the San Sebastián side after a challenging start to the campaign. The three points lifted Real Sociedad out of the relegation zone and offered crucial...
Madrid Magistrate Files Defamation Claims Against Interior and Transport Ministers
Judge Juan Carlos Peinado, who is leading the investigation into Begoña Gómez, wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has filed lawsuits against Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska and Transport Minister Óscar Puente for alleged violation of his right to honor. The magistrate from Madrid's Instruction Court 41 has initiated conciliation proceedings against both government...
July Mortgage Activity Soars 25% Nationwide with Regional Variations
Spain's mortgage market reached its highest July level in 15 years, with 45,067 new home loans signed during the month, representing a 25% increase compared to the same period last year. According to data from the National Statistics Institute (INE), this marks the thirteenth consecutive month of growth in mortgage activity and the strongest July performance since 2010. The sustained upward...
Letur's Hydraulic Infrastructure Nears Full Restoration After DANA Damage
The regional government of Castilla-La Mancha has reported significant progress in restoring Letur's hydraulic infrastructure damaged by last October's DANA (isolated high-level depression) weather event. Montserrat Muro, director of the Regional Water Agency, confirmed that reconstruction work is approximately 40% complete and remains on track for full completion by November. The emergency...
Aragón's Political Tensions Surface Over Lambán Legacy and New Hospital Project
The political climate in Aragón intensified during the regional debate as President Jorge Azcón announced a major healthcare infrastructure project alongside a posthumous award for former President Javier Lambán. Azcón revealed plans for a new Hospital Universitario y Tecnológico Royo Villanova in Zaragoza, estimating the construction cost at approximately €200 million. The facility is...
Spanish Police Detain One, Investigate Two Over Vuelta Cycling Race Protest Disruption
The Guardia Civil has detained one individual and is investigating two others following protests that disrupted the sixteenth stage of the Vuelta Ciclista a España in Mos, Pontevedra. The arrested man, a 43-year-old resident of Arcade in the Soutomaior municipality, along with two other men aged 41 and 44 under investigation, are suspected of committing public disorder offenses and...
Gan Pampols Exits Valencian Government Amid Reconstruction Progress Assessment
Francisco José Gan Pampols, Second Vice President and Minister for Economic and Social Recovery of the Valencian Community, has emphasized the critical role of citizen self-protection in the aftermath of last year's devastating DANA flood. Speaking at the Europe Forum, the former lieutenant general argued that while warning systems are essential, individual responsibility during emergencies...
Spanish Police Detain Cleaning Employee Over Covert Recording Devices in Staff Facilities
National Police in Jerez de la Frontera have arrested a 29-year-old man employed as a cleaner at a shopping center for allegedly installing hidden recording devices in female restrooms reserved for staff. The suspect faces charges related to privacy violations after several employees discovered a concealed mobile phone positioned to capture intimate moments.According to police...
Catholic Church Honors Our Lady of Mercy in September 24 Celebration
The Catholic Church observes the feast of Our Lady of Mercy on September 24, a centuries-old devotion to the Virgin Mary that traces its origins to 13th century Spain. This Marian title, also known as Our Lady of Ransom, commemorates the founding of the Mercedarian Order dedicated to redeeming Christian captives during periods of religious conflict. The celebration maintains significant...
CNMV Greenlights Enhanced BBVA Offer for Banco Sabadell Acquisition
The Spanish stock market regulator, CNMV, has authorized BBVA's improved takeover offer for Banco Sabadell, marking a significant development in the acquisition attempt that began nearly eighteen months ago. The revised proposal, announced earlier this week, represents a 10% improvement over the initial offer terms. Shareholders now have until October 10 to decide whether to accept the...
Feijóo Challenges Sánchez's Coalition Partners to End 'Disparity' Amid Growing Corruption Probes
Spanish opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo has launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, holding him directly responsible for what he described as a corruption "quagmire" surrounding the government. The Popular Party leader's emergency appearance in Congress followed a judge's decision to refer the case against Sánchez's wife, Begoña Gómez, to a popular jury for potential...
Spanish Political Parties Face Scrutiny Over Parliamentary Group Fund Transfers
Vox's national spokesperson José Antonio Fúster has defended the practice of parliamentary and municipal groups contributing money to political parties as "legal," citing that in 2022 the PSOE received "8.6 million from its municipal groups," the PP obtained "about 5 million," and Abascal's party received "133,000" euros. Fúster made these statements during a press conference following...
Spanish Journalist Shares Heartbreaking Personal Story During Cooking Competition
Spanish journalist Mariló Montero shared a deeply personal tragedy during Monday's episode of MasterChef Celebrity, revealing that her father and closest friend died together in a car accident in 2000. The emotional disclosure occurred during an outdoor challenge filmed in Formentera, where contestants were preparing seafood dishes while engaging in personal conversations.Montero's...
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