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Falsified Degree Fuels Scandal in Spain's Valencian Government

José María Ángel Batalla, a high-ranking official in Spain's Valencian Socialist Party (PSPV-PSOE), maintained a 40-year public career based on a falsified university degree, culminating in his appointment as the government's commissioner for reconstruction efforts following a major humanitarian tra...

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Fraud Allegations Against Spanish Dana Recovery Commissioner

José María Ángel Batalla, the Spanish government commissioner for post-Dana reconstruction, is accused by the Valencian Anti-Fraud Agency of falsifying academic credentials to obtain a public office; the PSOE defends him, while the PP demands his dismissal.

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Brother of Former Valencian President Accused of Subsidy Fraud

Francis Puig, brother of former Valencian president Ximo Puig, faces a four-year prison sentence for allegedly defrauding public subsidies intended for promoting the Valencian language through falsified invoices and shell companies between 2015 and 2019.

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Catalonia's Financing Deal Highlights Valencia's Debt Crisis

Catalonia reached a unique financing agreement while Valencia faces debt issues due to the lack of extraordinary FLA funds, revealing contrasting government responses and highlighting Spain's regional financial disparities.

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Valencia Biologists Propose Systemic Changes After Devastating Floods

The Colegio Oficial de Biólogos de la Comunitat Valenciana presented a 30-point plan to regenerate the Valencian territory after the October 29th, 2023, floods that killed 228 people, emphasizing nature-based solutions and systemic changes in land management and urban planning to enhance resilience ...

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Spanish Judge Investigates Leak of Manipulated Emergency Service Audio Recording

A Spanish judge launched a preliminary investigation into the leak of a manipulated audio recording of an October 29, 2024, conversation between a Spanish Meteorological Agency (Aemet) employee and a Valencian emergency service (112) technician, prompted by a complaint alleging the Valencian regiona...

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Valencia Reconstruction Commissioner Denies Diploma Falsification Allegations

José María Ángel, commissioner for Valencia's post-flood reconstruction, denies falsifying his diploma to secure a 1983 civil service position, despite an Antifraude investigation; he plans legal action.

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Valencia to Host First International Hispanic Society Museum Featuring Sorolla

Valencia will house The Hispanic Society's first international museum, opening in 2026 at the Palacio de las Comunicaciones, showcasing 220 Sorolla works; the Generalitat will pay €1.15 million annually for the loan.

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Valencia to Build Massive Flood Mitigation Park After Deadly October Floods

The Valencia regional government announced a 150 million euro project to create a 1,500-hectare floodable park, mimicking the Albufera lagoon's flood protection, following the October 29th, 2023, floods that caused 228 deaths. The project involves creating two green corridors and will be funded thro...

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Company Accused of Deceptive Water Filter Sales in Flood-Affected Valencia

The Valencian Consumer Union reported a company for deceptive sales tactics of water filtration systems in flood-affected areas of Valencia, using misleading advertising and scientifically dubious water quality tests to sell products, prompting a consumer protection investigation.

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Valencia Floods Highlight Climate Change's Deadly Impact

The 2022 Valencia floods, causing 228 deaths, are highlighted on the European Day of Victims of Climate Change, with victims and experts emphasizing the deadly effects of climate change denial and the need for improved preventative measures and governmental response, particularly criticizing the reg...

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Valencia's Grao PAI: €150 Million Investment in Housing and Urban Development

Valencia City Council advances the Grao Integrated Action Program (PAI), a €150 million project including 3,200 new homes (780 public, ~300 council-built affordable rentals), 160,000 sq m of green space, improved infrastructure, and a connection to the city's waterfront.

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