2024: Lowest Number of Femicides in Spain Since 2003, Yet High Vicarious Violence Raises Concerns
In 2024, 47 women and 9 children were killed in Spain due to gender-based violence; despite being the lowest number since 2003, this highlights systemic issues in prevention and protection, with six victims having prior reports and VioGén enrollment.
2024: Lowest Number of Femicides in Spain Since 2003, Yet High Vicarious Violence Raises Concerns
In 2024, 47 women and 9 children were killed in Spain due to gender-based violence; despite being the lowest number since 2003, this highlights systemic issues in prevention and protection, with six victims having prior reports and VioGén enrollment.
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36% Bias Score
Madrid Completes 1,072 Affordable Rental Homes in 2024
Madrid's EMVS Madrid finalized 1,072 affordable rental homes in 2024, expanding its affordable housing stock to over 9,200 units, a 47% increase since 2019; the Cañaveral 5 development is part of this initiative, with further projects underway and planned, including public-private partnerships.
Madrid Completes 1,072 Affordable Rental Homes in 2024
Madrid's EMVS Madrid finalized 1,072 affordable rental homes in 2024, expanding its affordable housing stock to over 9,200 units, a 47% increase since 2019; the Cañaveral 5 development is part of this initiative, with further projects underway and planned, including public-private partnerships.
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48% Bias Score
Valencia Flood Exposes Critical Flaws in Spain's Disaster Response
The October 29th Valencia flood, which resulted in 223 deaths, exposed critical failures in Spain's disaster response system, highlighting the urgent need for improved public awareness, streamlined emergency protocols, and enhanced community-based preparedness.
Valencia Flood Exposes Critical Flaws in Spain's Disaster Response
The October 29th Valencia flood, which resulted in 223 deaths, exposed critical failures in Spain's disaster response system, highlighting the urgent need for improved public awareness, streamlined emergency protocols, and enhanced community-based preparedness.
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32% Bias Score
Spanish Teenagers Arrested for Planned Terrorist Attack
Four teenagers in Elche, Spain, were arrested on December 19th for planning a Christmas-time terrorist attack against the Basilica of Santa Maria; their radical Islamist messages on social media triggered the investigation, revealing a concerning rise in youth involvement in jihadist activities in S...
Spanish Teenagers Arrested for Planned Terrorist Attack
Four teenagers in Elche, Spain, were arrested on December 19th for planning a Christmas-time terrorist attack against the Basilica of Santa Maria; their radical Islamist messages on social media triggered the investigation, revealing a concerning rise in youth involvement in jihadist activities in S...
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48% Bias Score
Stalled Gibraltar Post-Brexit Talks: Spain's Absence Slows Progress
The post-Brexit agreement between the EU, UK, and Gibraltar is stalled due to Spain's absence from direct negotiations, leading to delays and potential conflicts of interest; meanwhile, Gibraltar actively participates in all meetings. The dispute over the Eastside development project adds further co...
Stalled Gibraltar Post-Brexit Talks: Spain's Absence Slows Progress
The post-Brexit agreement between the EU, UK, and Gibraltar is stalled due to Spain's absence from direct negotiations, leading to delays and potential conflicts of interest; meanwhile, Gibraltar actively participates in all meetings. The dispute over the Eastside development project adds further co...
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36% Bias Score
Valencian Government Speeds Up Flood Reconstruction
The Valencian government passed a decree law on Monday to fast-track reconstruction after recent floods, reducing project approval from years to 9 months, and suspending urban plans in flood-prone rural areas until national flood prevention works are approved.
Valencian Government Speeds Up Flood Reconstruction
The Valencian government passed a decree law on Monday to fast-track reconstruction after recent floods, reducing project approval from years to 9 months, and suspending urban plans in flood-prone rural areas until national flood prevention works are approved.
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40% Bias Score
925,266 Unpaid Spanish Interns Contribute to Social Security in 2024
In 2024, 925,266 unpaid Spanish interns contributed to Social Security, gaining future pension rights as part of pension reforms; this policy, despite university concerns, proved largely successful.
925,266 Unpaid Spanish Interns Contribute to Social Security in 2024
In 2024, 925,266 unpaid Spanish interns contributed to Social Security, gaining future pension rights as part of pension reforms; this policy, despite university concerns, proved largely successful.
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32% Bias Score
Spanish Textile Workers' Contract Talks Stalled Amid Legal Dispute
Negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement in Spain's textile sector, covering over 160,000 workers from companies including Inditex and Mango, are stalled due to a legal dispute between unions and disagreements on key issues like salaries (€17,000 offered vs. €20,000 demanded) and job c...
Spanish Textile Workers' Contract Talks Stalled Amid Legal Dispute
Negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement in Spain's textile sector, covering over 160,000 workers from companies including Inditex and Mango, are stalled due to a legal dispute between unions and disagreements on key issues like salaries (€17,000 offered vs. €20,000 demanded) and job c...
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40% Bias Score
Man Arrested for Confining Ex-Partner in Sofa
On December 19, in Marbella, Spain, police rescued a 41-year-old woman, a victim of gender violence, from being locked inside a sofa by her 53-year-old ex-partner, who was subsequently arrested for illegal detention.
Man Arrested for Confining Ex-Partner in Sofa
On December 19, in Marbella, Spain, police rescued a 41-year-old woman, a victim of gender violence, from being locked inside a sofa by her 53-year-old ex-partner, who was subsequently arrested for illegal detention.
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60% Bias Score
Sørloth's Goal Propels Atlético Madrid to La Liga's Top Spot
Alexander Sørloth, formerly of Crystal Palace, scored a game-winning goal for Atlético Madrid against Barcelona on December 21, 2024, propelling his team to the top of La Liga and highlighting his transformation into a prolific scorer in Spain.
Sørloth's Goal Propels Atlético Madrid to La Liga's Top Spot
Alexander Sørloth, formerly of Crystal Palace, scored a game-winning goal for Atlético Madrid against Barcelona on December 21, 2024, propelling his team to the top of La Liga and highlighting his transformation into a prolific scorer in Spain.
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40% Bias Score
Spain Allows Early Pension Withdrawals: €64 Billion Accessible
In Spain, starting January 1, 2025, individuals can withdraw funds from their pension plans after a 10-year contribution period, impacting €64 billion (half the total) and potentially altering the long-term savings structure.
Spain Allows Early Pension Withdrawals: €64 Billion Accessible
In Spain, starting January 1, 2025, individuals can withdraw funds from their pension plans after a 10-year contribution period, impacting €64 billion (half the total) and potentially altering the long-term savings structure.
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60% Bias Score
Ibex 35 Audit Market Share: KPMG and EY Lead in 2025
In 2025, KPMG and EY will each audit 11 Ibex 35 companies, while PwC will audit 9 and Deloitte 4; however, PwC's contract with Banco Santander (over \$130 million) makes it likely to have the highest revenue. These changes reflect ongoing competition and strategic shifts among the Big Four.
Ibex 35 Audit Market Share: KPMG and EY Lead in 2025
In 2025, KPMG and EY will each audit 11 Ibex 35 companies, while PwC will audit 9 and Deloitte 4; however, PwC's contract with Banco Santander (over \$130 million) makes it likely to have the highest revenue. These changes reflect ongoing competition and strategic shifts among the Big Four.
Progress
36% Bias Score