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Spain's Widening Gender Pay Gap Undermines Upward Mobility Narrative

In Spain, the gender pay gap in executive positions has risen for the first time in seven years, contradicting optimistic narratives about upward mobility and highlighting persistent inequality despite societal progress. This challenges assumptions about generational advancement and underscores a sy...

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Gender Equality
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Spanish Fishing Inspectors' Strike Threatens Cádiz Tuna Season

174 Spanish fishing inspectors are on indefinite strike, demanding better pay and working conditions, threatening the crucial upcoming tuna fishing season in Cádiz, Spain, which may cause millions of euros in losses. The strike, starting March 3rd, has seen uneven participation but is expected to es...

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16% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Pope Francis's Unprecedented Absence from Spain

Pope Francis never visited Spain during his papacy, despite multiple invitations from Spanish officials, unlike his predecessors John Paul II and Benedict XVI; reasons remain unconfirmed, but speculation includes internal Church conflicts, Spanish political polarization, and the Pope's health.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Spanish Village's Collective Embrace Saves Historic Church

The residents of Almendral, Spain, organized a crowdfunding campaign and a mass human embrace of their San Pedro Apostle Church, which had been closed since 2017 due to structural damage, leading to its restoration with support from regional and church authorities.

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12% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Spanish Investment Funds Underperform Market Benchmarks Since 2009

A IESE study reveals that only 20% of Spanish investment funds beat the IBEX 35 and government bonds from 2009-2024; the top fund returned 808%, while the worst lost 82%, highlighting the challenges of fund management and the importance of careful selection.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Rising Violence Among Minors in Spain Linked to Uncontrolled Online Access

Two recent incidents in Spain, one ten years ago and another a month ago, highlight a critical issue: the rising number of violent crimes committed by minors, linked to uncontrolled access to harmful online content, resulting in a threefold increase in sexual crimes against minors since 2015.

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56% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Parental Challenges in Sex Education Amidst Rising Adolescent Pornography Consumption

A Platanomelón survey reveals 92% of parents struggle to discuss sexuality with their children, due to lack of knowledge and resources, while studies show significant adolescent exposure to pornography; experts emphasize the need for comprehensive sex education for both parents and children to count...

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Bull Escapes Enclosure, Injures Over 20 at Spanish Festival

In Arcos de la Frontera, Spain, a half-tonne bull named Infinito broke through a barrier at the Toro del Aleluya festival on Saturday, injuring over 20 people, including children, prompting concerns about safety measures at similar events.

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56% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Benidorm: From Fishing Village to Tourist Metropolis

The Spanish town of Benidorm, once a small fishing village, transformed into a major tourist destination in the mid-20th century due to the vision of Mayor Pedro Zaragoza and entrepreneurial spirit of individuals like Ramon Martinez, now attracting 2.7 million visitors annually.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Madrid Garbage Collectors Strike: 50% Service Minimum Implemented

An indefinite strike by Madrid's garbage collectors began on April 24th, affecting waste collection, with 50% minimum service implemented; essential services remain unaffected; the strike is due to labor negotiations between unions and companies.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Renfe Officials Secure Job for Minister's Friend in 12 Hours

On February 17, 2020, high-ranking officials at Renfe intervened to secure employment for Claudia Montes, a friend of Minister José Luis Ábalos, within 12 hours, despite a pending dismissal; this involved multiple high-level calls and ultimately secured her desired position.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Delayed Budget Halts ALS Funding in Spain

Spain's delayed national budget is preventing the implementation of a law providing €200 million in funding for ALS patients, impacting approximately 3,000-4,000 individuals and resulting in hundreds of deaths since the law's approval six months prior.

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52% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being

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