Spain’s Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, has gone on trial over allegations of leaking confidential information. García Ortiz is accused of leaking an email related to a tax fraud investigation relating to the partner of the regional president of Madrid. The case is seen as potentially risky for the Prime Minister, following statements of public
The Sagrada Família in Barcelona has officially become the tallest church in the world, reaching one hundred and sixty-two point nine-one metres in height. The record was set when workers placed part of the cross atop its central tower, surpassing Germany’s Ulm Minster. Designed by Antoni Gaudí, the church has been under construction for over
A fifty-eight year old doctor has been arrested in Telde, Gran Canaria, for repeatedly sexually assaulting patients during consultations. Policia Nacional confirmed he previously faced similar charges in 2010. Investigations are ongoing, and police do not rule out the discovery of more victims. Police have set up helplines for anyone with similar experiences to come
Speculation over the future of Valencian Regional President Carlos Mazón is growing, after it was confirmed he will hold a press conference today to discuss recent conversations with Partido Popular leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo. With increasing pressure from opposition and victims of last years devastating flooding, Mazón’s future remains uncertain as he considers options ranging
Carlos Mazón has announced his resignation as President of the Valencian Community today, stating a need for new leadership amidst ongoing challenges. During a public statement, Mazón expressed his personal difficulties over recent months, describing them as unbearable for both himself and his family. Mazón indicated that his decision to resign was influenced by a
Health Minister Mónica García has met with representatives from the AMAMA Association in Seville to discuss concerns about breast cancer screening programmes in Andalusia. García highlighted the unjustified delays in diagnosis and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to address issues within the screening system, following concerns raised recently over delays for diagnosis. She said that the
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has labelled the Senate’s investigation committee into the Koldo case a circus. He defended the legality and transparency of PSOE’s finances while facing intense questioning from opposition senators. The – at times heated – session lasted five hours, as Sánchez accused the opposition of executing political vendettas and mishandling the Senate’s
Junts party members have overwhelmingly endorsed the leadership’s decision to end their collaboration with PSOE, with nearly eighty-seven percent voting in favour. This move leaves the government without a parliamentary majority – raising concerns of a snap General Election. The internal vote reflects discontent over unmet agreements, including the amnesty law. However Junts leader –
Spain’s economy has grown by 0.6% in the third quarter of 2025, slightly down from the previous quarter. The National Statistics Institute notes that domestic demand contributed positively, adding one point two percentage points to the economy’s advance during the summer months, while the external sector subtracted six tenths from growth. The annual GDP growth
A former councillor from Marbella who had been on the run for 19-years has been arrested at Madrid-Barajas Airport. Carlos Fernández was detained after arriving on a flight from Argentina. Extradition attempts to return him to Spain failed in 2022, with Argentinean authorities saying that his case had expired. He is due to face trial