CNMC: Iberdrola Exceeded Madrid Grid Capacity for Data Centers
Iberdrola's i-DE granted five Madrid data center access permits exceeding grid capacity based on a non-existent transformer, a "very serious infraction" per the CNMC, resulting in 101.76% capacity commitment and highlighting the need for improved grid planning.
CNMC: Iberdrola Exceeded Madrid Grid Capacity for Data Centers
Iberdrola's i-DE granted five Madrid data center access permits exceeding grid capacity based on a non-existent transformer, a "very serious infraction" per the CNMC, resulting in 101.76% capacity commitment and highlighting the need for improved grid planning.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Issues Preemptive Pardons Amidst Fears of Trump-Era Retribution
President Biden issued preemptive pardons to Dr. Anthony Fauci, General Mark Milley, and others who faced threats from the incoming Trump administration, citing fears of politically motivated prosecutions despite no charges being filed.
Biden Issues Preemptive Pardons Amidst Fears of Trump-Era Retribution
President Biden issued preemptive pardons to Dr. Anthony Fauci, General Mark Milley, and others who faced threats from the incoming Trump administration, citing fears of politically motivated prosecutions despite no charges being filed.
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56% Bias Score
Trump's Election: Market Optimism vs. Economic Forecasts
The election of Donald Trump as US President has fueled optimism on Wall Street, despite economic models predicting a 9.7% GDP drop and 9.3% inflation due to his proposed deregulation, tariffs, and immigration policies; the strong dollar also creates challenges.
Trump's Election: Market Optimism vs. Economic Forecasts
The election of Donald Trump as US President has fueled optimism on Wall Street, despite economic models predicting a 9.7% GDP drop and 9.3% inflation due to his proposed deregulation, tariffs, and immigration policies; the strong dollar also creates challenges.
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56% Bias Score
Spanish Government Orchestrates Telefónica CEO Resignation Amidst Concerns of Political Interference
The Spanish government orchestrated the resignation of Telefónica CEO José María Álvarez-Pallete, citing concerns over a Saudi Arabian telecom company's potential takeover, but the move appears politically motivated, pressuring La Caixa and potentially setting a concerning precedent for government i...
Spanish Government Orchestrates Telefónica CEO Resignation Amidst Concerns of Political Interference
The Spanish government orchestrated the resignation of Telefónica CEO José María Álvarez-Pallete, citing concerns over a Saudi Arabian telecom company's potential takeover, but the move appears politically motivated, pressuring La Caixa and potentially setting a concerning precedent for government i...
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60% Bias Score
2024: Spain's Third Warmest Year on Record
2024 was Spain's third warmest year on record, exceeding the 1991-2020 average by 1.1°C, with record highs in January, August, and November; three summer heatwaves totaling 22 days; and highly variable precipitation, ranging from record rainfall in Valencia to record drought in the Canary Islands.
2024: Spain's Third Warmest Year on Record
2024 was Spain's third warmest year on record, exceeding the 1991-2020 average by 1.1°C, with record highs in January, August, and November; three summer heatwaves totaling 22 days; and highly variable precipitation, ranging from record rainfall in Valencia to record drought in the Canary Islands.
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16% Bias Score
Arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Sparks Violent Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, arrested on December 3rd for abuse of authority and insurrection following a failed attempt to impose martial law, is now being held in the Seoul Detention Center, sparking violent protests by his supporters that resulted in nine police injuries and 86 arrests.
Arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Sparks Violent Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, arrested on December 3rd for abuse of authority and insurrection following a failed attempt to impose martial law, is now being held in the Seoul Detention Center, sparking violent protests by his supporters that resulted in nine police injuries and 86 arrests.
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40% Bias Score
Valencia Flood: Long-Term Mental Health Impact Due to Ineffective Government Response
The Valencia flood's mental health impact will be intense and long-lasting (3-4 years) due to insufficient early warning and ineffective government response, affecting various vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly, and impacting their future expectations.
Valencia Flood: Long-Term Mental Health Impact Due to Ineffective Government Response
The Valencia flood's mental health impact will be intense and long-lasting (3-4 years) due to insufficient early warning and ineffective government response, affecting various vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly, and impacting their future expectations.
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48% Bias Score
Supreme Court Investigates Data Leak, Demands Attorney General's Resignation
The Spanish Supreme Court is investigating the leak of confidential data about Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner; the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, disposed of his phone, prompting a data request from Google and WhatsApp; Madrid's regional government demands his resignation.
Supreme Court Investigates Data Leak, Demands Attorney General's Resignation
The Spanish Supreme Court is investigating the leak of confidential data about Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner; the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, disposed of his phone, prompting a data request from Google and WhatsApp; Madrid's regional government demands his resignation.
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64% Bias Score
EU Automakers Seek Carbon Credits Amid Emission Reduction Challenges
Facing EU CO2 emission reduction mandates (93.6 g/km by 2025), automakers like Stellantis are exploring carbon credit trading with Tesla to avoid €15 billion in potential fines, highlighting the industry's struggle to transition to electric vehicles amid economic and geopolitical pressures.
EU Automakers Seek Carbon Credits Amid Emission Reduction Challenges
Facing EU CO2 emission reduction mandates (93.6 g/km by 2025), automakers like Stellantis are exploring carbon credit trading with Tesla to avoid €15 billion in potential fines, highlighting the industry's struggle to transition to electric vehicles amid economic and geopolitical pressures.
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56% Bias Score
EU to Continue Tech Investigations Despite Political Pressure
The European Commission will continue its investigations into Apple, Meta, Alphabet, and X for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and concerns over content moderation, despite pressure from Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg and the inauguration of Donald Trump's presidency; decisions ...
EU to Continue Tech Investigations Despite Political Pressure
The European Commission will continue its investigations into Apple, Meta, Alphabet, and X for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and concerns over content moderation, despite pressure from Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg and the inauguration of Donald Trump's presidency; decisions ...
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44% Bias Score
Industrial Complex Threatens World's Darkest Skies at Paranal Observatory
A proposed industrial complex 5–11 kilometers from Chile's Paranal Observatory threatens its dark skies, crucial for astronomical research and jeopardizing billions in investments, including Spain's significant contribution to the European Southern Observatory (ESO).
Industrial Complex Threatens World's Darkest Skies at Paranal Observatory
A proposed industrial complex 5–11 kilometers from Chile's Paranal Observatory threatens its dark skies, crucial for astronomical research and jeopardizing billions in investments, including Spain's significant contribution to the European Southern Observatory (ESO).
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56% Bias Score
Moeve's 1,800 Gas Station Renovations to Meet Electric Vehicle Growth
Moeve, formerly Cepsa, is renovating 1,800 gas stations in Spain and Portugal by 2027 to include fast EV chargers (150kW+), traditional fuels, and amenities, aligning with Europe's electric vehicle growth and sustainability targets.
Moeve's 1,800 Gas Station Renovations to Meet Electric Vehicle Growth
Moeve, formerly Cepsa, is renovating 1,800 gas stations in Spain and Portugal by 2027 to include fast EV chargers (150kW+), traditional fuels, and amenities, aligning with Europe's electric vehicle growth and sustainability targets.
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32% Bias Score