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Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Crash on Spanish Highway

On March 4th, 2018, a drunk and drugged driver in a Peugeot 508 drove 12 kilometers against traffic on the C-17 highway in Spain at high speed, causing a fatal collision that killed a 17-year-old girl and injuring others; the driver faces 13 years in prison.

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64% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elpais.com
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Madrid Vetoes Francoist Torture Site Memorialization

The Spanish central government is challenging a Madrid regional law granting President Ayuso veto power over a plaque commemorating the Real Casa de Correos's use as a Francoist torture center, potentially leading to a Constitutional Court case due to alleged unconstitutional overreach of regional a...

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Spain's Open Immigration Fuels Economic Boom

Spain's 3.2% economic growth in 2024, exceeding other European nations, is linked to its open immigration policy, attracting a record 94 million tourists and filling labor gaps, particularly 409,000 jobs filled by migrants.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
elmundo.es
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CHJ Admits System Vulnerability in Valencia Flood Response

Following the October 29th Valencia flood, the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation (CHJ) admitted their hydrological information system (SAIH) suffered a 43-minute delay in sending a flood alert to emergency services, despite having internal data showing rising water levels starting at 5:40 PM.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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AI in Law: Risks and Legal Consequences

AI's use in legal work is increasing, automating tasks but posing risks; two US lawyers were fined $5,000 for using ChatGPT to create a court filing with false cases, while Spanish cases show the need for responsible AI use.

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Quality Education
elpais.com
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Spain Faces Challenges Enforcing Ban on LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapies

Spain's 2023 law banning LGBTQ+ conversion therapies has seen little enforcement, prompting a new bill proposing prison sentences; the lack of sanctions is causing concern, while the recent rejection of a similar proposal in Madrid highlights political obstacles.

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality
elmundo.es
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Spain Approves €1.87 Billion in Military Spending Amidst Geopolitical Pressure

Faced with pressure from NATO and the EU, Spain's government has approved €1.87 billion in military spending since November 2023, despite internal opposition, aiming to reach 2% of GDP by 2029 through potential EU-wide funding.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elpais.com
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Slight Rise in Spanish Births Fails to Offset High Death Rate

Spain's 2024 birth rate increased by 0.4% to 322,034, the first rise in 10 years, but this was offset by 439,146 deaths, resulting in a negative population balance of 114,937; experts attribute the birth increase to immigration.

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No Poverty
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Madrid 'Mask Case' Trial: Cousin of Mayor Denies Influence in 15.8 Million Euro Deal

Carlos Martínez-Almeida, cousin of Madrid's mayor, testified in the 'mask case' trial, denying his influence in the city council's acceptance of a 15.8 million euro medical supply offer from Luis Medina and Alberto Luceño, who allegedly received six million euros in commissions and are accused of fr...

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Reduced Inequality
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Sagrada Familia's Staircase Plan Sparks Legal Battle, Displacement Concerns

Barcelona's Sagrada Familia plans a new staircase, potentially displacing 1,000 families and businesses, prompting legal action and raising concerns about overcrowding amid record tourist numbers (4.83 million in 2022).

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36% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
elpais.com
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Spain's Minimum Wage Increase Taxed: Unveiling Fiscal Imbalances

The Spanish government raised the SMI to £16,576 annually (effective January 1st, 2025), benefiting 2.4 million workers (12.9% of the total, 65.8% women). However, this increase is subject to income tax for the first time, reducing the net increase to 2.5%, lower than the 2.8% inflation rate, sparki...

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Reduced Inequality
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Podemos Dismisses IU Coordinator Amidst Abuse Allegations

Following anonymous Instagram posts accusing Juanjo Martínez, IU coordinator in Baleares, of abuse and mistreatment, Podemos initiated his dismissal from Palma's Municipal Transport Company board, effective February 27th, despite his denial and temporary resignation from party duties.

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Gender Equality

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