Watch Out, Taiwan! America Just Sent a Big Ol’ Cash Bag Your Way
Well, folks, here we go again. The geopolitical drama continues as the U.S. decides to play Santa with military goodies for Taiwan. This time, they’re unloading around $320 million worth of stuff, including shiny parts for F-16 fighter jets and…
Life Sentence for a Brutal Reminder of Italy’s Femicide Crisis
Well, folks, gather around for another shiny example of how humans can be terrible to each other: 22-year-old Filippo Turetta has been sentenced to life in prison for the charming act of stabbing his ex-girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, at least 75…
The Great Marble Debate: Who Really Owns Ancient Rocks?
In a thrilling episode of international chit-chat, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a pit stop in London to have some tea with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Their main topic? No, not the weather, but those glamorous Parthenon Marbles…
Scholz’s Military Aid: A Dash of Support with a Side of Political Theater
In a twist worthy of a political drama series, Chancellor Olaf Scholz unveiled a sparkling new military aid package of 650 million euros for Ukraine during a surprise visit to Kiev on December 2, 2023. This flashy move is all…
The FDP’s ‘D-Day’ Document: A Comedy of Errors
In what can only be termed a political sitcom, the Free Democratic Party (FDP) of Germany has dived headfirst into a scandal that could make them the punchline of coalition politics. Their infamous ‘D-Day’ document—the one that reportedly outlines how…
D-Day Document: FDP’s Ultimate Faceplant?
Well, folks, the Free Democratic Party (FDP) just boarded the express train to Chaos City with a sneaky little leak known as the ‘D-Day’ paper. Yep, it’s not just some boring document—it’s got military lingo and all the drama you’d…
Travel Restrictions Lifted Across Europe as COVID-19 Regulations Ease
As of summer 2022, many European countries have lifted COVID-19 entry restrictions, allowing travelers from the EU and Schengen Area to enter without proof of vaccination, recovery, or negative tests. Countries like Germany, Austria, France, and Greece have eliminated such…
Death Sentences for Foreign Fighters in Ukraine Conflict
The Supreme Court of the self-proclaimed Donetsk Republic has imposed death sentences on two British citizens, Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin, along with Moroccan Brahim Saadun, for fighting alongside Ukrainian forces. The court’s spokesperson emphasized adherence to justice principles in…
Graphic Journalist Explores Putin’s Rise in New Comic
In his latest comic ‘La Rusia de Putin,’ graphic journalist Darryl Cunningham critiques the misconceptions surrounding Russian President Vladimir Putin, portraying him as a mafia leader rather than a conventional politician. Revealing that Putin’s fortune might reach $20 billion, Cunningham…
Rediscovering Garcilaso de la Vega: A New Literary Journey
In ‘La edad imperfecta’, journalist Agustín Alonso invites readers into the tumultuous life of Garcilaso de la Vega, a poetic figure from Spain’s Golden Age. After five years of meticulous research, Alonso crafts a fictional narrative that explores the poet’s…
Repsol Sells 25% Stake in Renewable Unit for €905 Million
Repsol has finalized a deal to sell a 25% stake in its renewable subsidiary to a consortium led by Crédit Agricole Assurances and Swiss fund Energy Infrastructure Partners for €905 million. This transaction values the entire green business at €4.383…
Spanish Congress Approves Gas Price Cap to Lower Electricity Bills
The Spanish Congress has validated a decree-law to limit wholesale gas prices, aimed at reducing electricity costs for consumers by 15% to 20%. Supported by most political parties except the PP and Vox, the measure has been described by Vice…
Spain’s Pension Plan Bill Advances Amid Controversy
The Spanish Congress has approved a bill aimed at enhancing employer-sponsored pension plans, supported by Ciudadanos, PNV, and PDeCAT, while facing opposition from PP, Vox, and others. A voting error by the PSOE, supporting a Podemos amendment, led to the…
Spain Responds to Algeria’s Suspension of Friendship Treaty
Spain’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, José Manuel Albares, is assessing the implications of Algeria’s recent suspension of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation, prompted by Spain’s stance on Western Sahara. Albares emphasized the need for a ‘calm, constructive, and firm’…
Spain’s Congress Eases Voting Restrictions for Citizens Abroad
The Spanish Congress has approved the removal of the ‘voto rogado’ system, which had required overseas voters to request ballots in advance since 2011. This change, aimed at enhancing participation among expatriates, is expected to take effect after summer. The…
Spain’s Congress Approves Historic Labor Rights for Domestic Workers
Spain’s Congress has made a significant move to protect domestic workers by ratifying ILO Convention 189. With overwhelming support, the legislation guarantees equitable working conditions and mandates monthly salaries, as well as access to unemployment benefits—addressing a long-standing discrimination against…
Spain Approves Monkeypox Vaccine for High-Risk Contacts Amid Limited Doses
Spain’s Public Health Commission has authorized monkeypox vaccinations for close contacts of confirmed cases, focusing on high-risk individuals due to limited vaccine availability. Unlike the extensive COVID-19 vaccination campaign, a broader rollout is currently not planned, though future recommendations may…
Spain Approves Fourth COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Seniors
Spain’s Public Health Commission has authorized the administration of a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose for individuals over 80 and residents in care homes. However, details on when the booster campaign will start remain unspecified. The Ministry of Health emphasized that…