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Founded: 2012
Ownership
elDiario.es is a digital-native outlet launched on 18 September 2012 and published by Diario de Prensa Digital, S.L. It was co-founded and is directed by journalist Ignacio Escolar. Its defining feature is employee ownership: more than 70% of the company belongs to people who work in the newsroom, with no controlling outside corporate or political shareholder.
Funding
Reader-funded model combining a large paying-membership base (well over 100,000 members) with advertising; memberships are the second-largest revenue source after advertising. It publishes detailed accounts as part of its financial-transparency commitment.
Affiliation & stance
Editorial stance is left/centre-left and progressive. It is INDEPENDENT: it is owned mostly by its own journalists and financed by readers and advertising, free of party, church, oligarch or state control.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Progressive
- Measured from coverage
- Lean Progressivebased on 780
81/100
Factual
71/100
Objective
861
Articles
861
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
Demanding accountability from Rabat and keeping silent before Washington
The article discusses the politicization of Spain's relationship with Morocco following the July 30-31 crisis in Ceuta, where thousands crossed the border. Spanish political parties across the spectrum have taken strong positions against Morocco, accusing leaders like Pedro Sánchez of prioritizing relations with Rabat over national interests. Right-wing parties such as Vox and Ciudadanos accuse the government of complicity, while leftist groups like Podemos demand breaking ties with a 'dictatorship.' However, the European Union continues to view Morocco as a strategic partner, maintaining cooperation in migration and border control despite the tensions. The article emphasizes that while domestic politics has intensified, actual foreign policy alternatives remain limited, and the government should investigate Moroccan involvement during the crisis. It concludes that diplomatic relations do not necessarily legitimize authoritarian regimes, but complete rupture is not automatically warranted.
29N forces Junts and ERC to redefine their electoral strategies against the clock
The early November 29 general election call by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has forced Catalan parties to quickly adjust their electoral strategies. Junts, led by Jordi Turull, Miriam Nogueras, and Mónica Sales, had previously withdrawn support from the government but now faces pressure to redefine its approach amid uncertainty over whether exiled leader Carles Puigdemont might run. Meanwhile, ERC (Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya) is dealing with internal divisions between its leadership in Catalonia and the faction controlled by Gabriel Rufián in Madrid. The PSC (Socialist Party of Catalonia) is facing declining poll numbers, while the Comuns (Catalan Left) remain uncertain about their positioning. The situation highlights the complex dynamics within Catalan politics as parties navigate the challenges of forming alliances and defining their platforms ahead of the snap election.
Frente Amplio again eludes Podemos's primaries and bases an agreement on its joining the alliance
Frente Amplio, now known as Sumar, has once again avoided participating in open primaries proposed by Podemos for October 14–15, insisting that any agreement would require Podemos’s incorporation into their alliance. The alliance claims this collaboration has been built over a long period. Ernest Urtasun, Minister of Culture, stated they would not engage in public debates but welcomed proposals from others. Irene Montero, Podemos’s candidate, had suggested holding the primaries soon before the deadline for registering coalitions, which was triggered by the Prime Minister earlier this week. Urtasun emphasized that Frente Amplio consists of many organizations working together and would only consider agreements if Podemos joined them. During a joint appearance with Mónica García, Verónica Barbero, and Antonio Maíllo, Urtasun stressed that on November 29, when general elections will take place, Spaniards will choose between advancing rights or retreating under those who spread hatred. Mónica García noted that Frente Amplio supports Sánchez’s decision to call early elections and aims to include all groups within their coalition, including Podemos, Compromís, Mès, and Chunta Aragonesista.
Two months to choose between two Spaniards
The article discusses Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's upcoming election campaign, scheduled for November 29th, and analyzes the challenges he faces in convincing Spanish voters to support his policies rather than simply opposing his opponents. It highlights the need for Sánchez to shift focus from fear-based messaging to promoting hope and positive change, particularly around housing reform. The piece notes that traditional fear tactics against right-wing parties like PP and Vox have lost their effectiveness due to these parties' successful integration into mainstream politics. Instead, Sánchez must emphasize tangible improvements in daily life, such as housing stability, which is seen as fundamental to people's quality of life. The article suggests that emotional polarization remains a strong driver in elections, with right-wing parties effectively using negative emotions against Sánchez.
Building more houses will not solve the housing crisis
The article challenges the conventional belief that building more homes is the main solution to Spain’s housing crisis. It argues that while increasing supply is important, structural solutions must also include significant public housing construction and regulatory measures to discourage treating housing as an investment. The article highlights data showing that since 2021, Spain has added fewer new homes than needed to match the growth in households, creating a deficit of around 750,000 homes. This has contributed to rising prices and rental costs. However, the author questions whether this supply-demand dynamic fully explains the price increases, suggesting other factors may play a role.
Feijóo launches pre-campaign with promise to reward companies with less medical labor shortages
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of Spain's Popular Party (PP), has launched his pre-election campaign by promising to reward companies that reduce medical sick leave among their employees. Speaking to business leaders in Madrid, Feijóo stated that he finds the current rate of absenteeism 'unreasonable' and emphasized that workers' justified medical absences are one of Spain's main problems. He announced plans to allow private insurance providers collaborating with the National Social Security Institute to grant medical discharges in certain illnesses, though specifics were not provided. Feijóo outlined a potential 'bonus model' for businesses that maintain low sick leave rates through good medical care, employee motivation, and workplace climate. The announcement comes amid early elections called by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, which Feijóo claims were triggered by Sánchez’s personal interests rather than national needs. He accused Sánchez of using fear from ongoing legal investigations to divide Spanish society.
The prosecutor appeals the case file of the wells of the House of Alba: "The subsequent legalization does not eliminate environmental crime"
The Public Prosecutor's Office has appealed the court's decision to dismiss the case involving illegal wells on the estate of the House of Alba. The prosecution argues there is sufficient evidence of environmental crime due to systematic and industrial water extraction without permits over many years. They emphasize that the legalization of these wells granted later does not erase the prior environmental damage caused by unauthorized extraction. The case centers around nine unauthorized wells discovered in 2023 on the family-owned property in Seville, where water was extracted from an aquifer already under drought alert. The prosecution highlights reports from the Guardia Civil indicating the extraction had been ongoing for more than a decade before being discovered. The court initially dismissed the case based on the recent authorization granted by the Guadalquivir Hydrographic Confederation, but the prosecution challenges this reasoning.
France is collaborating in the persecution of European antifascists
The article reports on the legal case of Rexhino Abazaj, known as 'Gino,' an Albanian activist accused of participating in violent acts against neo-Nazis during a demonstration in Budapest in February 2023. French judicial authorities initially refused to extradite him to Hungary in April 2025 due to concerns over torture and fair trial guarantees. However, in September 2025, the French Court of Cassation rejected his appeal for extradition to Germany, citing an investigation conducted by Hungarian police. The decision highlights growing tensions in France regarding the treatment of anti-fascist activists. Gino's lawyers criticize the European legal framework, arguing that decisions are influenced by politically motivated investigations. Gino faces up to 24 years in prison in Hungary and up to 10 years in Germany, though the injuries he allegedly caused resulted in less than eight days of total work incapacity. He views the situation as part of a broader criminalization of anti-fascist activism and migration-related issues, emphasizing his commitment to resistance despite potential imprisonment.
Yachts, snow holidays and luxury bags: the life of the PP councillor of Ibiza and her husband arrested for laundering
The article reports on the resignation of Ana Ferrer Prohías, a councilor for the People's Party (PP) in Ibiza, following the arrest of her husband, José Luis Cortés Cortés, in a police operation against money laundering, drug trafficking, and organized crime. Prior to his detention, Ferrer Prohías had shared images of a luxurious lifestyle on social media, including yachts, luxury bags, and high-end vehicles. After the operation, these posts were removed. The police raid at their residence in Ses Torres uncovered weapons, luxury items, and large amounts of cash. The operation, coordinated by Europol, led to the arrest of 26 individuals linked to a criminal organization involved in cocaine trafficking and money laundering. The PP confirmed Ferrer Prohías' resignation, which she communicated verbally and then formally to the mayor, citing personal and family reasons. The local Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) had previously called for her resignation.
Flávio Bolsonaro beats Lula in the first round, but both will contest the Presidency in a second
In Brazil's presidential election first round, Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, secured 47.03% of the vote, narrowly edging out leftist leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who received 45.16%. Both candidates will face off in a runoff on October 25, according to official results from the Supreme Electoral Court (TSE), which reported 99.99% of votes counted. Flávio Bolsonaro maintained his lead throughout the count, though Lula's performance was weaker compared to his 2022 campaign. The Liberal Party (PL) came close to victory but lost momentum as votes from the northeastern region, traditionally a stronghold for the left, were tallied. Other candidates, including Augusto Cury, Renan Santos, and former governors, failed to reach the threshold needed to advance. With mandatory voting, 21% of eligible voters abstained. Some smaller parties declined to support either candidate in the runoff, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly endorsed Flávio Bolsonaro.
The village without drinking water where a PP deputy wants to approve macrogranjas on his family's land: They're going to throw us out of here
The town of Codo in Zaragoza has been without access to clean drinking water for three years, yet a PP deputy is pushing forward plans for four large livestock farms on land linked to his family. The proposed project would require 100 million liters of water annually, raising concerns among residents who fear displacement and environmental harm. The mayor, Raúl Cuevas, does not live in the town he leads, and the four council members, all from the PP, do not reside there either. Most of the town’s approximately 200 registered residents are over 80 years old. The socialist representative has criticized the proposal in recent council meetings. The four projects, including two pig farms and two feedlots, were registered in late November 2025 under the promoter Explotaciones Ganaderas Estiche, part of the Cincaporc group. One of the pig farms would be built on land owned by the mayor’s mother, another on property inherited by his paternal uncle, and the largest feedlot would be located on municipal land, despite not being officially registered in anyone’s name. The municipality would receive €4,000 per month in rent for 25 years if the feedlot is approved.
A judge agrees with Giselle: Sareb's social rental clauses are abusive
A Spanish court has ruled that certain clauses in social rental agreements managed by Sareb (the 'bad bank') are abusive, ruling against the company's unilateral pricing adjustments and other contractual terms. The decision was based on a case brought by Giselle, who saw her rent increase from 100 to over 600 euros within a year. The judge found these changes lacked transparency and created an imbalance between tenant and landlord. The ruling could set a precedent for hundreds of similar cases involving Sareb’s contracts. Sareb plans to appeal specific technical aspects but acknowledges the need to remove benefits like price reductions that favor tenants.
The initiative that seeks a joint list of the left for the Senate: "Everybody wins"
The article discusses a political initiative called 'Senadoras y Senadores por la democracia' aimed at creating a joint list of progressive candidates for the Senate elections in Spain. The proposal seeks to consolidate progressive votes to prevent the People's Party (PP) from maintaining an absolute majority in the Senate. Podemos and the Frente Amplio, which includes Movimiento Sumar, IU, Comuns, and Más Madrid, are considering whether to run together or separately. The initiative argues that the current electoral system favors the most-voted party, often leaving smaller parties without representation despite significant electoral support. The group claims that the PP has used the Senate to obstruct governance and criticizes the electoral system's structure, which allows a party to gain more seats than its vote share while others are excluded.