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The plenary session of the Valencian Parliament this week set the course for a new financial policy. With the votes of the conservative Popular Party (PP) and the right-wing populist VOX, and against the opposition of PSPV and Compromís, the budgets for 2025 were approved. This decision marks a significant shift in priorities within the Valencian Community.

A dramatic incident overshadowed the Rallye Festival Hoznayo in Cantabria on Friday when a participating vehicle veered off the track and crashed into a group of spectators. The accident, which injured up to thirteen people, caused great dismay, but fortunately, serious consequences were avoided.

Thousands of Spanish pensioners could soon receive a surprising refund of up to 4,000 euros. A Supreme Court ruling has revealed that the Spanish tax authority, the Hacienda, overtaxed pensions for decades.

The century-old soft drink Plim, whose name was inspired by the Spanish proverb "To me, plim!", is celebrating a remarkable rebirth in Spain. Originally born in Reus and almost forgotten, the drink is now returning with new glory, evoking nostalgia among generations.

The Barcelona City Council has once again made a controversial decision that severely strains relations with Israel and raises questions about institutional antisemitism. Following the closure of the Generalitat's office in Tel Aviv, a resolution was passed this Friday with far-reaching consequences:

The Autonomous Community of Madrid is sounding the alarm: At the first conference on squatting, the shocking figure of 2,500 illegally occupied social housing units was announced on Thursday. This represents 10% of the total 25,000 units managed by the Madrid Social Housing Agency.

The Spanish National Police have arrested two young British men in Marbella in the early hours of last Sunday. They are under urgent suspicion of having raped a 19-year-old British girl in a villa in the well-known coastal town.

After 24 years of closure and a history marked by controversy, the Aznalcóllar mine in Seville, Andalusia, is resuming operations. This decision, announced by the Andalusian government led by Minister Jorge Paradela, marks a turning point for the region, but also raises questions regarding its ecological impact.

A massive moth invasion is currently affecting large parts of southeastern and eastern Spain, including the Autonomous Community of Madrid. Millions of giant moths are entering homes, causing distress among residents overwhelmed by the sheer number of insects. Regions like Murcia, Albacete, Valencia, Castellón, and Cuenca, as well as major cities such as Madrid and Barcelona, are grappling with this phenomenon.

Red alert in the Spanish capital: The Madrid Book Fair and the iconic Retiro Park were forced to close their doors today, Friday, at 6:00 PM. The reason for this is expected wind gusts of up to 55 kilometers per hour and temperatures around 35 degrees Celsius, posing a significant safety risk.