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
Spanish Cyclocross Prodigy Noval Jr. Attracts WorldTour Attention
Sixteen-year-old Benjamín Noval Jr. finished fourth in the Benidorm World Cup cyclocross race, showcasing Spain's rising prominence in the sport; his performance attracted attention from major WorldTour teams, highlighting his potential.
Spanish Cyclocross Prodigy Noval Jr. Attracts WorldTour Attention
Sixteen-year-old Benjamín Noval Jr. finished fourth in the Benidorm World Cup cyclocross race, showcasing Spain's rising prominence in the sport; his performance attracted attention from major WorldTour teams, highlighting his potential.
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44% Bias Score
Rising Crime in Madrid: A Paradox of Perception and Reality
Despite Madrid's reputation as one of Europe's safest capital cities, reported attempted homicides have doubled since 2018, while drug trafficking offenses increased by over 80% and sexual assaults with penetration rose from 252 in 2018 to 681 in 2024, prompting debate on the accuracy of crime repor...
Rising Crime in Madrid: A Paradox of Perception and Reality
Despite Madrid's reputation as one of Europe's safest capital cities, reported attempted homicides have doubled since 2018, while drug trafficking offenses increased by over 80% and sexual assaults with penetration rose from 252 in 2018 to 681 in 2024, prompting debate on the accuracy of crime repor...
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56% Bias Score
Castilla-La Mancha's Controversial Pig Farm Regulations Face Backlash
Castilla-La Mancha's new regulations for pig mega-farms, replacing a moratorium deemed ineffective, aim to improve manure management but face criticism from environmental groups and local communities for insufficient environmental protection and potential for increased pollution from bio-methane pla...
Castilla-La Mancha's Controversial Pig Farm Regulations Face Backlash
Castilla-La Mancha's new regulations for pig mega-farms, replacing a moratorium deemed ineffective, aim to improve manure management but face criticism from environmental groups and local communities for insufficient environmental protection and potential for increased pollution from bio-methane pla...
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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
Attempted Eviction in Granada Leads to Clashes and Injuries
In Granada, Spain, an attempted eviction of squatters from a former Andalusian regional government building on Calle Azakayas resulted in a clash between eviction workers and supporters of the squatters, leading to at least one arrest and injuries.
Attempted Eviction in Granada Leads to Clashes and Injuries
In Granada, Spain, an attempted eviction of squatters from a former Andalusian regional government building on Calle Azakayas resulted in a clash between eviction workers and supporters of the squatters, leading to at least one arrest and injuries.
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52% Bias Score
Spain Launches Open-Source AI Model Alia
The Spanish government launched Alia, a public, open-source AI model trained in Spanish and four co-official languages, available at Alia.gob.es, to address limitations in existing English-centric models and improve public services, backed by a €10 million investment and future plans for expansion.
Spain Launches Open-Source AI Model Alia
The Spanish government launched Alia, a public, open-source AI model trained in Spanish and four co-official languages, available at Alia.gob.es, to address limitations in existing English-centric models and improve public services, backed by a €10 million investment and future plans for expansion.
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36% Bias Score
Spanish Judge Orders Further Investigation into Hiring of Prime Minister's Brother
A Spanish judge is investigating the hiring of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's brother, David Sánchez, at the Diputación de Badajoz, ordering further investigation into emails exchanged with colleagues before their employment and citing four new witnesses for testimony on February 7th.
Spanish Judge Orders Further Investigation into Hiring of Prime Minister's Brother
A Spanish judge is investigating the hiring of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's brother, David Sánchez, at the Diputación de Badajoz, ordering further investigation into emails exchanged with colleagues before their employment and citing four new witnesses for testimony on February 7th.
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36% Bias Score
40 Years of Galería Rafael Ortiz: A Seville-Based Hub for Contemporary Spanish Art
Galería Rafael Ortiz, founded in Seville in 1984 by Rafael Ortiz and Rosalía Benítez, celebrates 40 years of showcasing contemporary art, significantly impacting the Spanish art scene by supporting Andalusian artists and expanding to Madrid.
40 Years of Galería Rafael Ortiz: A Seville-Based Hub for Contemporary Spanish Art
Galería Rafael Ortiz, founded in Seville in 1984 by Rafael Ortiz and Rosalía Benítez, celebrates 40 years of showcasing contemporary art, significantly impacting the Spanish art scene by supporting Andalusian artists and expanding to Madrid.
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36% Bias Score
Attempted Murder of Homeless Man in Madrid
In Madrid, Spain, on February 18, 2024, Juan Ignacio A. allegedly attempted to murder his friend Emilio M. by setting fire to his mattress; a witness intervened, and Juan Ignacio A. was arrested, facing a potential nine-year prison sentence.
Attempted Murder of Homeless Man in Madrid
In Madrid, Spain, on February 18, 2024, Juan Ignacio A. allegedly attempted to murder his friend Emilio M. by setting fire to his mattress; a witness intervened, and Juan Ignacio A. was arrested, facing a potential nine-year prison sentence.
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40% Bias Score
Barcelona's 2025 Budget Talks Collapse
Barcelona's 2025 budget will be rolled over after negotiations between the ruling PSC and the BComú party failed, due to disagreements over affordable housing and urban planning policies, despite months of talks.
Barcelona's 2025 Budget Talks Collapse
Barcelona's 2025 budget will be rolled over after negotiations between the ruling PSC and the BComú party failed, due to disagreements over affordable housing and urban planning policies, despite months of talks.
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60% Bias Score
Solo Houses: Redefining Architecture in Spain's Matarraña
French and Spanish gallery owners Christian Bourdais and Eva Albarrán have established "Solo Houses," a 200-hectare architectural project in Spain's Matarraña region, featuring two innovative vacation homes designed by international studios, with plans for 15 more and a hotel, alongside an outdoor s...
Solo Houses: Redefining Architecture in Spain's Matarraña
French and Spanish gallery owners Christian Bourdais and Eva Albarrán have established "Solo Houses," a 200-hectare architectural project in Spain's Matarraña region, featuring two innovative vacation homes designed by international studios, with plans for 15 more and a hotel, alongside an outdoor s...
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48% Bias Score