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04.05.2025

04.05.2025Day of Blackout Knowledge Revelations

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Spain for 04.05.2025.

It displays 69 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

04.05.2025Day of Blackout Knowledge Revelations
The media reported that the government knew about grid tension problems before the blackout while pursuing renewable energy records. This revelation intensified political conflict, with PP accusing Sánchez of prioritizing green energy over supply security while PSOE claimed Feijóo "wished for chaos."

The CIS survey showing 60% of Spaniards found government information insufficient continued dominating coverage. A potential new Ministry of Emergencies was floated through the CIS as an institutional response.

Energy Minister Aagesen defended renewables, stating "Spain will be green or won't be," while Izquierda Unida accused electric companies of withholding data to avoid blame. Libertad Digital framed the blackout as "the first consequence of the climate change myth."

Internationally, ultranationalist candidate Simion secured nearly 40% in Romania's elections, advancing to a runoff. Domestically, Barcelona moved closer to securing La Liga with another victory against Deportivo.
04.05.2025
04:05
04:55

05:32Government Under Fire for Knowing Grid Problems Before Blackout

The newspapers report extensively on the aftermath of the national electrical blackout. Most sources discuss political tensions over the government's response (El Mundo, El Periódico, La Razón, RTVE), with 60% of Spaniards finding official information insufficient. A new development reveals the government reportedly knew about grid tension problems before the blackout while pursuing renewable energy records (La Razón). The Energy Minister defends renewables against criticism, stating "Spain will be green or won't be" and calling for French interconnection cooperation (El País). Other headlines mention corporate lobbying influence in EU regulations (infoLibre) and Argentina's new IMF commitment (El Salto).
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12:39Government Floats New Emergency Ministry After Blackout Crisis

The newspapers report extensively on the political aftermath of the national blackout. New headlines reveal the government is floating the idea of creating a Ministry of Emergencies through a CIS survey (El Español). Opposition continues to criticize the government's renewable energy strategy and lack of transparency regarding the blackout (20minutos, La Razón). In other news, media covers institutional appointments controversies (El Confidencial), high vehicle theft rates in Catalonia with 23 cars and motorcycles stolen daily (El Periódico), and the UK implementing autism testing for transgender minors (Libertad Digital).
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17:36Parties Trade Blame as Blackout Investigation Continues

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing fallout from Spain's national blackout. New headlines show political polarization intensifying, with PP blaming Sánchez for prioritizing renewable energy over supply security while PSOE accuses Feijóo of "wishing for chaos" (20minutos). Media continues reporting on questions about the blackout's causes, potential future measures, and compensation (RTVE). In business news, Puigdemont defends his party colleague's CNMC vote favoring BBVA's takeover of Sabadell (El Español), while defense industry consolidation is advocated through Indra (El Mundo). In sports, Barcelona approaches securing La Liga after defeating Deportivo 4-0 (La Vanguardia).
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21:05Romanian 'Ultra' Simion Captures Presidency With 40% Vote

The newspapers report extensively on far-right candidate George Simion's clear victory in Romania's elections, securing nearly 40% of votes (El Confidencial, El País). Simion, backed by Eurosceptic Calin Gergescu whose previous victory was annulled over alleged Russian interference, represents part of Europe's ultraright surge, though Vox shows less strength than other European far-right parties (Público). Other coverage includes the Vatican's entry into AI debates led by Pope Francis (El Periódico), Barcelona moving closer to its tenth league title after a 4-0 win against Deportivo (La Vanguardia), and ongoing discussion about Spain's national blackout causes and potential compensations (RTVE).