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Murcia Criminal Group Busted for Illegal Arms Trafficking to Protect Marijuana Plantations

A Murcia-based criminal group, comprising 18 arrested and 6 charged individuals (aged 22-55), was dismantled by the Guardia Civil for trafficking civilian-grade military weapons, primarily to protect marijuana plantations, making up to €8,000 profit per weapon.

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elmundo.es
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Spain, EU, and UK Reach Political Agreement on Gibraltar

Spain, the EU, and the UK reached a political agreement on Gibraltar after four years of negotiations, aiming for a shared prosperity zone while leaving sovereignty claims unresolved; physical barriers will be removed, but dual border controls remain at the port and airport.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
cincodias.elpais.com
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Vanadi Coffee's Risky Bitcoin Gamble Fuels Stock Surge Despite Heavy Losses

Vanadi Coffee, an Alicante-based coffee chain, debuted on BME Growth in July 2023, and despite reporting €3.3 million in losses and €2 million in sales in 2024, plans to invest up to €1 billion in Bitcoin, causing its stock price to increase 130% this year.

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60% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Slowdown in Spanish Household Income Growth Amidst Persistent Inflation

Spanish household pre-tax income growth slowed to 7.4% in Q1 2025, down from 8.5% in Q1 2024, due to slower wage and investment income growth; while exceeding current inflation, past inflation eroded purchasing power, and future projections show a narrowing gap between wage growth and inflation.

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36% Bias Score

No Poverty
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EU Rejects Spain's "Amnesty Law," Catalan Language Bid

The European Commission rejected Spain's "amnesty law" for Catalonia, and its efforts to make Catalan an official EU language failed due to opposition from at least seven countries, including Germany and Italy; the EU also criticized Spain's interference in the BBVA-Sabadell merger.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Secret Recording Exposes Plot to Discredit Catalan Independence Leaders Before 2012 Elections

A 2012 recording reveals a plot by the Spanish police, directed by the Popular Party, to spread false information about Catalan independence leaders before regional elections, aiming to prevent them from winning a majority, using fabricated police reports leaked to media outlets.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Spain's EU Membership: 40 Years of Integration and Challenges

Spain's 1986 entry into the European Union (EU) solidified its democracy and modernization, despite simultaneous ETA attacks; while a strong majority remains pro-EU, the rise of Vox presents a challenge to Spain's influence within the EU.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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El Prat Airport Expansion Faces Opposition from Two Mayors

Mayors of Castelldefels and El Prat oppose the El Prat airport expansion plan due to insufficient health impact mitigation and lacking environmental assessments, while other mayors support the project citing economic benefits and improved infrastructure.

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Good Health and Well-being
spanish.china.org.cn
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China and Spain Reaffirm Strategic Partnership Amidst Global Uncertainty

Chinese Vice Premier Han Zheng and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met in Madrid on Wednesday, reaffirming their commitment to a strong comprehensive strategic partnership, emphasizing mutually beneficial cooperation and support for multilateralism and free trade, particularly important given t...

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Partnerships for the Goals
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EU Challenges Spain's Amnesty Law as Self-Serving

The European Commission challenges Spain's amnesty law, deeming it a self-amnesty due to its rushed passage, lack of public consultation, and reliance on votes from beneficiaries, contradicting the Spanish government's claim of general interest.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Netflix to Invest €1 Billion in Spain, Boosting Jobs and Production

Netflix announced a €1 billion investment in Spain between 2025 and 2028, creating over 20,000 jobs and building on the success of Spanish productions that generated over 5 billion viewing hours last year.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Spain's Housing Crisis: Illegal Rentals and Foreign Investment Fuel Protests

A Madrid real estate agent illegally rents a small apartment to students for 1,300 euros, highlighting Spain's housing crisis caused by foreign investment, tourism, and insufficient government response, leading to protests and a potential social crisis.

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32% Bias Score

No Poverty

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