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SpainCarlos Herrera, convinced of what is Zapatero's great concern after the imputation of his daughters: "I know him and he has no sleep"
José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has faced another setback after being named an imputado in the Plus Ultra case. The judge ordered an investigation into his two daughters, Alba and Laura Rodríguez Espinosa, and their secretary, Gertrudis Alcázar, as part of the judicial proceeding that names Zapatero as the alleged leader of an illicit influence network. The court found that the communication agency Whathefav, owned by Zapatero’s daughters, played an instrumental role in channeling, hiding, or facilitating operations related to the case. Despite Zapatero’s claim that the company was used for legal
The couple of Ayuso came to multiply by seven their income from Quirón after starting his relationship with the president of Madrid
The article discusses how Alberto González Amador, the partner of Madrid's President Isabel Díaz Ayuso, significantly increased his income from Quirón, a private healthcare group, after beginning his relationship with Ayuso. It highlights that Quirón benefits from the privatization policies implemented by Ayuso's government, generating around €1 billion annually from public funds. The article references a document from the Tax Agency sent to the court investigating González Amador, revealing that his earnings from Quirón grew substantially between 2021 and 2023, multiplying by seven since the
Peramato rejects that the Fiscalía is at the service of a criminal plot: It is a lack of respect
Teresa Peramato, the chief prosecutor of Spain, denied during her appearance before the Senate Justice Committee that the Public Prosecution Service is 'at the service of a criminal network.' She rejected allegations made by the PP and Vox parties, which accused the prosecution of opening its doors to the PSOE's 'underworld' due to two meetings attended by former socialist militant Leire Díez at the Madrid headquarters of Calle Fortuny. Peramato emphasized that prosecutors work with rigor, impartiality, autonomy, and respect for legality, and she called for respect for judicial decisions, even
The PP takes to the Senate the vote to ask for elections vetoed by the Congress
The Popular Party (PP) has submitted a motion to the Senate requesting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to call for general elections. This follows a similar motion vetoed by the Congress of Deputies, controlled by the PSOE and Sumar, which aimed to prevent a vote that the government was unlikely to win. The vote will now take place in the Senate, where the PP holds an absolute majority, on June 24. The PP criticized the Congress leadership for blocking the vote, accusing them of democratic cowardice.
UCO asks for information on 17 bank accounts and two deposits of Ayuso's boyfriend
The UCO (National Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office) has requested information regarding 17 bank accounts and two deposits belonging to the boyfriend of Ayuso.
Doctors end their latest strike with more than three million appointments suspended and the forecast of an indefinite strike after the summer
Doctors have ended their last strike with over three million appointments canceled and the possibility of an indefinite strike after summer.
PP, Vox and Junts approve the motion against the Government, but without calling for elections
The Spanish Congress has approved a motion against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government with the support of the PP, Vox, and Junts parties. The motion was passed with 177 votes in favor, 164 against, and six abstentions from PNV and Coalición Canaria. The motion does not include demands for early elections, as amendments requesting this were rejected by the Congress' ruling committee, which is controlled by the PSOE and Sumar. The motion highlights the current government's 'extreme weakness' and calls for accountability regarding alleged operations involving officials obstructing judicial
Hacienda opened an investigation to the partner of Ayuso's boyfriend and manager of Quirón for a commission of half a million euros
Spanish tax authorities have opened an investigation into a partner of the boyfriend of regional president Cristina Ayuso and a director at Quirón, regarding a commission of half a million euros.
The Prosecutor's Office is investigating Pilar Rahola for incitement to hatred for her defense of Israel
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Barcelona is investigating Pilar Rahola for possible hate speech and complicity with genocide after a complaint filed by the Youth Socialist Organization (OJS). The OJS accused Rahola, a former deputy and columnist, of publicly denying, trivializing, and justifying 'the commission of the crime of genocide.' The investigation is based on Article 510.d of the Spanish Criminal Code, which penalizes those who publicly trivialize or glorify crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, or attacks on protected persons and property during armed conflict. On June
Israel attacks Lebanon hours after Iran and US signed agreement to stop its offensive "immediately"
Israel launched attacks in Lebanon hours after Iran and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending military operations immediately across all fronts, including Lebanon. According to Lebanese official sources, one person was killed and another seriously injured in a drone attack targeting a car in the Kafr Tibnit roundabout in Arnoun. Another two people were injured when a drone bombed a house in Yahoun, near Bint Jbeil in the southern province of Nabatieh. The attacks occurred following the digitally signed agreement between U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian总统
Satish Kumar: Every school in Spain should have a garden
Satish Kumar, an environmentalist and author, advocates for every school in Spain to have a garden as part of a broader initiative to promote sustainability and environmental education.
Ione Belarra will be Podemos' candidate for the Community of Madrid
Ione Belarra, the secretary general of Podemos, announced her candidacy for the 2027 regional elections in the Community of Madrid. She aims to regain the representation lost in the 2023 elections, when Podemos was excluded from the Madrid Assembly for the first time since 2015. Belarra made the announcement during a central party event in Madrid, where she criticized the current government and local authorities, calling them 'a bunch of crap' and expressing frustration with the progressive bloc's lack of resistance. She emphasized her determination to fight for all Madrid residents and the future of her own children, and criticized the PSOE for fielding only 'fourth-rate' candidates in the region.
A large mobilization of Catalan teachers against Illa and the counselor Niubó with the cry of "resignation!"
Thousands of people, including teachers, families of students, and representatives of other groups, protested in Barcelona demanding a new agreement between the Catalan government and education stakeholders to address the 'social and educational emergency' in Catalonia. The demonstration, which started at Jardinets de Gràcia and ended at Plaça Catalunya, was organized by several unions, including Ustec, Intersindical, CGT, COS, and CNT. These unions rejected an agreement with the Department of Education in March and a subsequent expansion of the agreement signed by other unions such as CCOO, U
Fernando Valladares, against the far right and the Mordaza Law
The article discusses Fernando Valladares' stance against far-right groups and the 'Ley Mordaza', a controversial law in Spain.
Ester Munoz's surprising justification for withdrawing the transportation allowance in Madrid
The article discusses Ester Muñoz's surprising justification for the removal of the transportation pass in Madrid.
Trump claims war in Lebanon is a "minor" conflict and does not hinder peace deal with Iran
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the conflict in Lebanon is a 'minor' issue and does not hinder the peace agreement with Iran.
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria detected within 300 kilometers of the middle course of the Tagus River
Researchers have detected antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the middle course of the Tajo River, spanning 300 kilometers.
More than four million children in Spain face at least three climate threats, according to Unicef
More than four million children in Spain face at least three climate-related threats, according to UNICEF.
Another challenge: recovering wood packaging for fruit and vegetables
The article discusses the challenge of recovering wooden containers used for fruits and vegetables.
"If Gaudí was imprisoned for speaking Catalan, how are we not going to pressure the Pope to speak it in the Sagrada Familia?"
Members of the Asamblea Nacional Catalana (ANC), including individuals named Modest, Xavier, and Josep, distribute Catalan flags at a location near the Sagrada Família ahead of Pope Leo XIV's visit. They argue that since the Pope spoke four words in Catalan during previous events due to pressure, it is reasonable to push for him to speak Catalan during the inauguration of the Jesus Christ tower at the Sagrada Família, especially considering Antoni Gaudí's historical connection to Catalonia. A woman criticizes the group, stating they are there to pray, not to display flags. The article also all
Iran War: Neither Peace nor Victory: Trump's Failure in Iran Consolidates Israel in the Middle East and Strengthens the Regime in Tehran
The article discusses the failure of former U.S. President Donald Trump's policies toward Iran, suggesting that this failure has strengthened Israel's position in the Middle East and reinforced the Iranian regime in Tehran.
UK to ban social media use for children under 16
The United Kingdom will prohibit the use of social networks by individuals under the age of 16.
Police accuse five anti-fascists of two crimes over the incidents in Granada in which Abascal encouraged a mob to dissolve their protest
The police have charged five anti-fascist activists with two offenses related to incidents in Granada where Abascal encouraged a crowd to disperse their protest.
The judicial path to combat 'national priority' policies in access to aid and housing
The article discusses the legal path being taken to challenge national priority policies regarding access to aid and housing.
Israel reactivates criminalization of solidarity with Palestine: lies against five Spanish NGOs
The article discusses how Israel has revived the criminalization of solidarity with Palestine, focusing on false claims made against five Spanish NGOs.
Regarding the debut of the Spanish national team at the World Cup
The article discusses Spain's national football team's debut at the World Cup.
Empadats
The article discusses the visit of the Pope to Spain and the media's extensive coverage of his speeches, highlighting the contrast between the media's focus and the lack of such coverage by the publication itself. It critiques the societal spectacle created around the event and notes the political implications of the Pope's remarks on immigration, peace, and abortion. The article also points out the alignment of much of the Spanish Catholic hierarchy with the far-right, contrasting this with the broader population's more moderate views.
Israel resumes attacks on residential areas in Beirut amid the possibility of a ceasefire between Iran and the United States
Israel has conducted new military attacks on residential areas in the southern suburbs of Beirut, according to a statement released by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office. The attack reportedly resulted in at least two deaths and four injuries, according to Lebanese media. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the strike, stating it targeted infrastructure related to the Hizballah organization in response to Hizballah's attacks on Israeli territory. Videos shared on social media show significant damage to residential buildings.
Juan Evaristo Valls Boix: "Failure is anti-capitalist"
Juan Evaristo Valls Boix makes a statement regarding failure being associated with anticapitalist views.
The government awards the 'urgent' beach repair works just days before the start of the summer season
The Spanish government has awarded contracts for urgent beach repair work in three coastal municipalities of Huelva—Isla Cristina, Lepe, and Matalascañas (Almonte)—just days before the official start of the summer season. The repairs aim to address damage caused by Atlantic storm systems at the beginning of 2026. The project is divided into three lots with a total budget of over 753,000 euros (excluding VAT).
Recommendations for taking refuge in the 'good place' of poetry
The article provides recommendations for finding refuge in the 'good place' of poetry, titled 'EL ASOMBRARIO & Co.'
The Republican March tours Madrid to cry out for "no to war"
The Republican March took place in Madrid, calling for 'no to war.'
Iran and the US say the deal could be signed "in the coming days" and Pakistan talks of "24 hours"
Iran and the United States have stated that an agreement could be signed 'in the coming days,' while Pakistan mentions a timeframe of '24 hours.'
'You Should Know', the essay tracing the Francoist legacy of Spanish democracy
The article discusses an essay titled 'Usted debería saber,' which examines the legacy of Francisco Franco's regime within contemporary Spanish democracy.
From the Flotilla to three weeks in a Libyan prison: the legal limbo in which Spanish journalist Alicia Armesto is found
Spanish journalist Alicia Armesto was arrested in Libya after participating in an activist flotilla aimed at reaching the Gaza Strip. She has been detained for three weeks without clear charges or trial, raising concerns about her legal status and treatment while in custody.
The hidden place of Albacete where the water has created one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Castilla-La Mancha
The article highlights a hidden location in Albacete where water has formed one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Castilla-La Mancha.
Half a century of the Soweto massacre: cinema's response to the savage apartheid regime
The article commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto massacre, examining how cinema has responded to the brutal apartheid regime in South Africa.
Ayuso condemns the draining and destruction of the Ambroz lagoons
The article reports that Ayuso has condemned the drying up and destruction of the Ambroz wetlands.
Belarra is sentenced to pay 9.000 euros to judge García-Castellón for calling him corrupt
A court has ruled that Belarra must pay €9,000 to Judge García-Castellón for calling him 'corrupt'.
Pope says goodbye to Spain with a bath of hugs to migrants: "Yesterday's foreigner can be today's brother and neighbor"
The Pope concluded his visit to Spain with an emotional farewell, focusing on interactions with migrants in Canary Islands. He visited a migrant reception center in Tenerife, where he embraced and spoke with migrants. This occurred on the day the new EU Migration and Asylum Pact came into effect, which aims to restrict controls and expedite deportations. The Pope's actions contrasted with the narrative promoted by right-wing and far-right groups regarding immigration.
Bathers and pirates continue to use the Galician reservoir contaminated with cyanobacteria without anyone warning them of the danger they are facing
Swimmers and kayakers continue to use a Galician reservoir contaminated with cyanobacteria without being warned of the danger they face.
The Mesones Park will host this summer Piratas, the new production of the Quimera circus
The Mesones Park will host 'Pirates,' the new production by Circo Quimera this summer.
From the messages in the case against Zapatero to the journey of García-Castellón: the news of the week, in Informe Público
The article summarizes the key news stories covered by Informe Público during the week, including developments related to the case against former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and the travel plans of García-Castellón.
The Government recognizes Peironcely 10, the building where Capa immortalized the 1936 bombings, as a new Historic Landmark
The Spanish government has officially recognized the building at Peironcely 10, where Robert Capa captured iconic photographs of the 1936 bombings during the Spanish Civil War, as a new Historical Memory Site.
Movement Sumar changes phase: from space umbrellas to working a profile of its own on the new left front
Movimiento Sumar, a leftist political coalition in Spain, is transitioning from being an umbrella organization for various leftist groups to developing its own distinct identity within the new leftist front.
The 2026 Public Awards celebrate those who don't give any cause for loss
The article announces the Public Awards 2026, which honor individuals who do not give up any cause as lost.
The strong message of Joan Manuel Serrat against ageism: why are we uncomfortable with the elderly?
The article discusses Joan Manuel Serrat's strong message against ageism, exploring why older people can be uncomfortable for others.
Update: Judge finally authorizes investigation of Ayuso's boyfriend's accounts and four other news stories today
A judge has finally authorized an investigation into the accounts of the boyfriend of regional president Cristina Ayuso, along with four other news items from today.
From the pope to Feijóo, from Abascal to Trump and from Infantino to Ayuso: 'Hypokritas', with Marina Lobo
The article discusses various public figures, including the Pope, Feijóo, Abascal, Trump, Infantino, and Ayuso, labeling them as 'hypocrites' with reference to Marina Lobo.
García Ortiz: "There are many forces interested in projecting fear on public and political officials"
García Ortiz states that there are many forces interested in projecting fear onto public and political officials.
From Lepanto to the Invincible Navy, the Noble Archive puts online from Toledo two centuries of naval history
The Archive of Nobility has made available online, from Toledo, two centuries of naval history ranging from the Battle of Lepanto to the Spanish Armada.
They denounce the director of the Madrid residence who expelled a woman with Alzheimer's after her son's alert about the deficiencies of the center
The director of a nursing home in Madrid has been reported for expelling a woman with Alzheimer's disease following an alert by her son regarding deficiencies at the facility.
Video This is the 2026 Public Awards gala
The article provides a summary of the 2026 Público Awards ceremony, likely including highlights and key moments from the event.
The toxic trail of electric cars made in Spain is polluting and infecting India
The article discusses the environmental and health impacts of toxic residues from electric cars manufactured in Spain, which are affecting India.
That's how Netanyahu swallows the products of the occupied Palestinian territories that end up in your shopping cart.
The article discusses how Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facilitates the sale of products from occupied Palestinian territories into consumers' shopping baskets.
The UN calls on Spain to suspend the eviction of Maricarmen until a housing alternative is sought
The United Nations has requested Spain to suspend the eviction of Maricarmen until an alternative housing solution is found.
Néstor Montenegro, architect: We need responsible buildings
Néstor Montenegro, an architect, discusses the need for responsible buildings.
The Tenant Union delivers a letter to the Pope asking him to curb evictions from the Church
The tenant union 'Sindicato de Inquilinas' delivered a letter to Pope Francis during his visit to the Spanish Congress, urging him to address the issue of evictions by the Catholic Church. The letter highlights the housing crisis in Spain and criticizes the eviction of 67-year-old Madrid resident Mariano Ordaz from a property owned by a Catholic order. It accuses the Venerable Order Tercera de San Francisco de Asís of raising rental prices for profit and failing to negotiate a solution despite owning over 300 properties in central Madrid donated for charitable purposes. The eviction was最终执行 by
Ruth Ortiz, Vicarious Violence Victim and Activist:
The article discusses Ruth Ortiz, an activist who has been a victim of vicarious violence. It highlights her experiences and activism related to this issue.
Chemical castration for rapists?
The article discusses the proposal of chemical castration for rapists.
Justice and human rights are cited this Wednesday at the 2026 Public Awards
The justice and human rights themes are highlighted at the award ceremony for the Público 2026 Awards taking place this Wednesday.
Reactions and memes to the meeting between Feijóo and Leo XIV: "He's not pope because he doesn't want to"
The article discusses public reactions and memes following an encounter between Feijóo and León XIV, with a notable comment stating 'He isn't pope because he doesn't want to be.'
Another wounding eviction: the indigenous people of the Amazon
The article discusses the eviction of indigenous people from the Amazon region, highlighting the impact on their communities.
The escalation between Israel and Iran shows the fragility of another precarious Trump ceasefire with negotiations in the air
The article discusses the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, highlighting how President Donald Trump has been working to prevent the fragile ceasefire from collapsing. Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon that killed two people near Beirut. Israel retaliated with airstrikes across several Iranian cities. Trump urged both sides to stop firing immediately, though neither side reduced their bellicose rhetoric. The situation remains volatile, and the anticipated end of the war announced by the U.S. government may be delayed.
Take your hands off our bodies
The headline 'Quitad vuestras manos de nuestros cuerpos' translates to 'Take your hands off our bodies,' suggesting a call for protection against physical intrusion or violation. The article text provided is limited to the headline, so no further details or content are available for analysis.
Morocco kills a senior Polisario Front leader in an attack in Sahara
Morocco killed a high-ranking member of the Polisario Front in an attack in the Sahara.
Nieves Concostrina: "There is a media and judicial coup in Spain"
Nieves Concostrina claims there is a 'media and judicial coup' happening in Spain.
What is wrong in Europe with parents only taking 9% of paternity leave
The article examines why only 9% of fathers in Europe take advantage of paternity leave, exploring potential reasons behind this low participation rate.
They find that the blue cardboard is a whole pharmacy.
The article discusses recent discoveries regarding the medicinal properties of the blue thistle plant.
A report from the US Capitol highlights that Sanchez is one of Trump's "principal critics"
A report from the US Capitol highlights that Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is one of the 'main critics' of Donald Trump.
Vassal Europe: who pays for the economic war against China
The article discusses how Europe is paying the economic costs of the war against China, examining which entities bear the brunt of this conflict.
The US's hard hand with the Spanish employees at Rota: "The world has progressed, but we have nothing"
The article discusses the strict treatment of Spanish employees working at the US military base in Rota, Spain, highlighting their perception that while the world has progressed, they have not seen similar improvements in their conditions.
Reclaiming grasslands, reducing pavement and reducing infrastructure: key to ensuring the future of tourism in the Pyrenees
The article discusses strategies for ensuring the future of tourism in the Pyrenees by focusing on restoring pastures, reducing pavement, and minimizing infrastructure development.
Flight PU221: the trip to Cartagena de Indias of three Plus Ultra executives, judge García-Castellón and a police commissioner linked to the PP
The article reports on a flight (PU221) taken by three executives from Plus Ultra, Judge García-Castellón, and a police commissioner linked to the Popular Party (PP), who traveled to Cartagena de Indias.
Álvaro García Ortiz, former State Attorney General: "Just as there are journalists who are not journalists, there will be professionals of justice who are not"
Álvaro García Ortiz, former Chief Prosecutor of Spain, states that just as there are people who call themselves journalists but are not, there will also be professionals in the justice system who are not truly professionals.
This is how the assistant artistic directors work: bureaucracy in the spotlight, endless hours and the quiet of the background.
The article discusses the working conditions of stage directors' assistants in theater, highlighting issues such as excessive bureaucracy, long working hours, and the sense of being in the background.
Baltasar Garzón: "The right believes that power is theirs and follows the dictatorship codes"
Baltasar Garzón, a Spanish lawyer known for his involvement in high-profile cases, makes a statement criticizing the right wing, suggesting they believe power belongs to them and continue using codes from the dictatorship era.
The femicide of Agostina Vega burns Argentina and alerts to the consequences of Milei's ultra-negationism
The murder of Agostina Vega has sparked outrage in Argentina and raised concerns about the consequences of ultra-negationism by Milei.
From the failure of the plot of Leire Díez to the investigation of Sánchez's brother: the news of the week, in Public Report
The article summarizes the key news stories of the week, focusing on the failure of Leire Díez's plot and the investigation into the brother of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
Cosby and the Burning
The article discusses the case against Bill Cosby, focusing on the legal proceedings and public reaction.
Loads
The article 'Cargas' by Diario Público does not provide enough text to generate a summary.
What is the network of contracts that link the Xunta with the companies linked to the family environment in Fejióo
The article investigates the network of contracts linking the Galician regional government (Xunta) with companies associated with the family circle of Alberto Núñez Feijóo, the president of the autonomous community.
The president of Plus Ultra asked the police to call the former judge García-Castellón to inform him that he had been detained
The president of Plus Ultra requested that the police call former judge García-Castellón to inform him of his arrest.
The Vatican still holds the medal to Franco for his role in the "crusade" of the Civil War
The Vatican still retains the medal awarded to Francisco Franco for his role in the 'crusade' of the Spanish Civil War.
This is Hollywood, a factory to use, squeeze and throw actors
The article discusses 'This Is Hollywood,' a documentary or exposé that portrays Hollywood as an industry that exploits actors by using them, extracting value, and then discarding them.
The cop who helped visibilize two problems
The article discusses a police officer who helped bring attention to two issues.
Women's right to go to the bathroom
The article discusses the issue of women's access to bathrooms, focusing on the rights and challenges they face in this regard.
UK nationalizes the trains it privatized and leaves the Spanish Globalvia without its big business in the country
The United Kingdom has nationalized the trains it previously privatized, which leaves the Spanish company Globalvia without its major business in the country.
The ultra-Catholic CitizenGo Foundation has nearly tripled its revenue since the pandemic
The ultra-Catholic foundation CitizenGo has nearly tripled its income since the pandemic.
Police open disciplinary file to officer who assaulted a teacher in Valencia
The police have opened a disciplinary file against an officer who assaulted a teacher in Valencia.