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Spain identifies overvoltage as the cause of nationwide blackout

A government report released Tuesday has revealed that the massive power outage that paralyzed Spain and parts of Portugal in April was triggered by an "overvoltage" on the electrical grid, leading to a cascading failure. The incident, which disrupted internet, telephone services, train operations,......

Sánchez faces Congress amid mounting pressure over corruption allegations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will appear before Congress following revelations about alleged corruption involving his close ally, Santos Cerdán. This follows the release of a damning report by the Civil Guard’s UCO unit and Sánchez’s limited response at a recent......

Spain’s prime minister faces mounting scandals: A closer look at five corruption probes

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, is under pressure as a series of corruption investigations target his close associates, including his wife, brother, a former minister, and members of his political circle. The cases, spanning from alleged embezzlement......

Spanish PM apologizes after senior official resigns amid corruption probe

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez issued an apology to citizens on Thursday, asserting that he knew "absolutely nothing" about the corruption case that led to the resignation of Santos Cerdán, a senior member of his socialist party (PSOE). Sánchez rejected calls for......

Netflix to invest over €1 billion in Spain to boost local productions

Netflix, the US-based streaming giant, has announced plans to invest €1.1 billion in Spain’s audiovisual sector between 2025 and 2029. The announcement underscores Spain’s growing importance as a creative hub for global film and television production in Europe. Speaking at Netflix's......

Spain's prime minister faces court inquiry over airline bailout linked to wife

A Spanish court has ordered an investigation into Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez over claims of a potential conflict of interest tied to his government's €475 million bailout of Air Europa during the COVID-19 pandemic. The inquiry will examine whether Sánchez should have recused......

Gibraltar and the EU reach post-Brexit free movement deal

The United Kingdom and the European Union have finalized a post-Brexit agreement to ensure free movement between Gibraltar and Spain, addressing a longstanding unresolved issue since Brexit. The deal, which still requires ratification, aims to eliminate all physical barriers, checks, and controls on......

Understanding Socimis and their role in Spain's housing crisis

Real estate investment trusts (Socimis) are increasingly at the center of Spain's housing debate, especially as the government implements new tax measures aimed at addressing the worsening housing crisis. While many may not be familiar with Socimis, they play a significant role in the property market,......

Pedro Sanchez faces mounting pressure amid Madrid protests

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is under significant scrutiny as thousands gathered in Madrid's Plaza de España on Sunday to demand his resignation. The protests, organized by the People's Party, stem from persistent corruption allegations involving Sanchez and his party, the Spanish......