Catalan Government Begins Rodalies R1 Line Transfer
The Catalan government initiated the transfer of the R1 Rodalies train line, starting the process for a full transfer agreed upon between the PSOE and ERC parties in November 2023, with the aim of the Generalitat assuming full ownership by the first quarter of 2024.
Catalan Government Begins Rodalies R1 Line Transfer
The Catalan government initiated the transfer of the R1 Rodalies train line, starting the process for a full transfer agreed upon between the PSOE and ERC parties in November 2023, with the aim of the Generalitat assuming full ownership by the first quarter of 2024.
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36% Bias Score
Lagging Firms Hamper Spain's Post-Pandemic Productivity Growth
Spain's total factor productivity grew slightly after the pandemic (2.71% in 2022, 1.05% in 2023), but lagging firms (40% of the least productive in each sector) hinder overall growth. If these firms reached their sector median, aggregate productivity would rise by 4.9%.
Lagging Firms Hamper Spain's Post-Pandemic Productivity Growth
Spain's total factor productivity grew slightly after the pandemic (2.71% in 2022, 1.05% in 2023), but lagging firms (40% of the least productive in each sector) hinder overall growth. If these firms reached their sector median, aggregate productivity would rise by 4.9%.
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24% Bias Score
Alicante Medical Students Gain Access to All Valencian Hospitals
Following a legal battle, medical students at the University of Alicante will now have access to internships at all public hospitals in the Valencian Community, marking a significant expansion of training opportunities and a shared training space across the five public universities.
Alicante Medical Students Gain Access to All Valencian Hospitals
Following a legal battle, medical students at the University of Alicante will now have access to internships at all public hospitals in the Valencian Community, marking a significant expansion of training opportunities and a shared training space across the five public universities.
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48% Bias Score
Spanish Court Acquits Banco de Valencia Executives
A Spanish court acquitted former Banco de Valencia executives accused of falsifying accounts before its 2011 bailout, citing insufficient evidence to prove intentional wrongdoing despite a €600 million shortfall and ongoing Bank of Spain inspections.
Spanish Court Acquits Banco de Valencia Executives
A Spanish court acquitted former Banco de Valencia executives accused of falsifying accounts before its 2011 bailout, citing insufficient evidence to prove intentional wrongdoing despite a €600 million shortfall and ongoing Bank of Spain inspections.
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40% Bias Score
PP Condemns PSOE Bill as 'Francoist,' Considers No-Confidence Motion
The Spanish Popular Party (PP) vehemently opposes a PSOE bill restricting "popular accusation" in ongoing investigations involving President Sánchez's family, comparing it to Francoist tactics and considering a no-confidence motion, potentially leading to early elections.
PP Condemns PSOE Bill as 'Francoist,' Considers No-Confidence Motion
The Spanish Popular Party (PP) vehemently opposes a PSOE bill restricting "popular accusation" in ongoing investigations involving President Sánchez's family, comparing it to Francoist tactics and considering a no-confidence motion, potentially leading to early elections.
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64% Bias Score
Spain Cancels €31 Million AI Research Grant, Sparking Outrage
The Spanish government unexpectedly canceled a €31 million AI research grant after evaluations were completed, causing outrage among over 100 affected researchers who are seeking recourse from European and Spanish authorities.
Spain Cancels €31 Million AI Research Grant, Sparking Outrage
The Spanish government unexpectedly canceled a €31 million AI research grant after evaluations were completed, causing outrage among over 100 affected researchers who are seeking recourse from European and Spanish authorities.
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52% Bias Score
Merlin to Build Spain's Largest Data Centers in Extremadura
Merlin Properties plans to build two massive data centers in Extremadura, Spain, each potentially reaching 1GW capacity, representing a multi-billion euro investment and leveraging the region's energy surplus; however, the project's success depends on securing tenants and may take years to fully imp...
Merlin to Build Spain's Largest Data Centers in Extremadura
Merlin Properties plans to build two massive data centers in Extremadura, Spain, each potentially reaching 1GW capacity, representing a multi-billion euro investment and leveraging the region's energy surplus; however, the project's success depends on securing tenants and may take years to fully imp...
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48% Bias Score
Just Eat Sues Glovo for €295 Million Over Alleged Unfair Competition
Just Eat sued Glovo in Barcelona for €295 million for unfair competition due to Glovo's use of false self-employed workers; three days later, Glovo announced it would hire its delivery drivers.
Just Eat Sues Glovo for €295 Million Over Alleged Unfair Competition
Just Eat sued Glovo in Barcelona for €295 million for unfair competition due to Glovo's use of false self-employed workers; three days later, Glovo announced it would hire its delivery drivers.
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40% Bias Score
€3.3 Million Spent on Basque Government Recruitment Consultants, Raising Concerns of Favoritism
The Basque PP accuses the Basque Government of spending over €3.3 million in two years on consulting firms for public sector recruitment, allegedly favoring certain firms and bypassing standard employment procedures; Euskotren's alleged concealment of a €1.3 million contract adds to concerns.
€3.3 Million Spent on Basque Government Recruitment Consultants, Raising Concerns of Favoritism
The Basque PP accuses the Basque Government of spending over €3.3 million in two years on consulting firms for public sector recruitment, allegedly favoring certain firms and bypassing standard employment procedures; Euskotren's alleged concealment of a €1.3 million contract adds to concerns.
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56% Bias Score
Man Arrested for Murder in Viana de Cega
A 42-year-old man in Viana de Cega, Valladolid, Spain, was arrested for stabbing to death his ex-partner's current partner at 3 AM on June 2, 2024. The investigation is focusing on how the assailant gained entry to the victim's home, where he repeatedly stabbed the victim with a small knife.
Man Arrested for Murder in Viana de Cega
A 42-year-old man in Viana de Cega, Valladolid, Spain, was arrested for stabbing to death his ex-partner's current partner at 3 AM on June 2, 2024. The investigation is focusing on how the assailant gained entry to the victim's home, where he repeatedly stabbed the victim with a small knife.
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24% Bias Score
74.5-Year Sentence in Samuel Luiz Murder Highlights Persistent Homophobia in Spain
A Coruña court sentenced four individuals to 74.5 years for the July 2021 murder of Samuel Luiz, highlighting persistent homophobia in Spain despite its progressive image; the lengthy investigation used security footage and underscored challenges in proving homophobic motives; hate crimes rose 21% i...
74.5-Year Sentence in Samuel Luiz Murder Highlights Persistent Homophobia in Spain
A Coruña court sentenced four individuals to 74.5 years for the July 2021 murder of Samuel Luiz, highlighting persistent homophobia in Spain despite its progressive image; the lengthy investigation used security footage and underscored challenges in proving homophobic motives; hate crimes rose 21% i...
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28% Bias Score
Madrid's Formula 1 Circuit: €137 Million Contract Awarded Amidst Controversy
Five Spanish construction companies bid for the €137 million contract to build Madrid's temporary Formula 1 circuit, prompting concerns about financial viability and environmental impact, despite the project's aim to avoid repeating Valencia's costly mistakes.
Madrid's Formula 1 Circuit: €137 Million Contract Awarded Amidst Controversy
Five Spanish construction companies bid for the €137 million contract to build Madrid's temporary Formula 1 circuit, prompting concerns about financial viability and environmental impact, despite the project's aim to avoid repeating Valencia's costly mistakes.
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48% Bias Score