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20.12.2024

20.12.2024The day Magdeburg's market turned red

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Spain for 20.12.2024.

It displays 122 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

20.12.2024The day Magdeburg's market turned red
Morning coverage focused on the labor agreement reducing workweeks to 37.5 hours by 2025, amid tensions between Labor and Economy ministries. The Supreme Court ruled against increased severance pay, while former IMF chief Rodrigo Rato received a 4.75-year prison sentence for tax fraud.

Begoña Gómez's influence case evolved as a Moncloa advisor testified about "friendly favors" regarding sponsorship arrangements. Italian courts absolved Salvini in the Open Arms migrant case.

Evening coverage shifted dramatically to Magdeburg, Germany, where a Saudi doctor drove into a Christmas market. Initial reports varied from 2 to 11 deaths, eventually settling on two confirmed deaths including a child, with over 60 injuries. The driver's detention sparked terrorism concerns, echoing previous European Christmas market attacks.
20.12.2024
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04:11Ábalos property tied to mask millions

The newspapers report on Ábalos's connection to the mask scandal, with new findings showing he purchased property using funds from Aldama days after facilitating the mask deal (El Español). The prosecutor's investigation of Ayuso's partner continues to draw political reactions, with PP accusing Sánchez of state apparatus misuse (Libertad Digital, La Razón, 20minutos). Health trends in Barcelona show 40-year decline in cancer and heart disease deaths, while mental and sexual health issues rise (El Periódico).
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08:33Labor week shrinks as Latin Madrid swells

The newspapers report on two major labor developments: an agreement between unions and the Ministry of Labor to reduce the workweek to 37.5 hours in 2025 (El Periódico, eldiario.es), amid tensions with the Ministry of Economy. A new rent index will be implemented from May 2023 (El Confidencial). Madrid's demographic shift shows Latin American residents reaching one million, representing one in seven inhabitants (El País).
11:27

11:46Rato gets five years for tax fraud

The newspapers report on three major judicial decisions: The Supreme Court rules courts cannot increase severance pay (El Confidencial), former IMF chief Rodrigo Rato receives a five-year prison sentence for concealing assets from tax authorities (eldiario.es), and agricultural companies continue violating seasonal workers' rights in Huelva and Almería (El Salto). In politics, Pilar Alegría announces her candidacy to lead PSOE in Aragón (El Plural).
13:27

15:05Rato's fortune brings prison term

The newspapers report on three key developments: Former deputy PM Rodrigo Rato receives a 4.75-year prison sentence for concealing his fortune from tax authorities (La Marea, eldiario.es). First Lady Begoña Gómez's office assistant testifies about sponsorship arrangements for her university position (La Razón, 20minutos). A police officer drew his weapon during an eviction in Barcelona, sparking controversy (El Salto).
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19:46Christmas market rammed in Magdeburg

The newspapers report on a car ramming into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, with multiple injuries reported (El País, El Periódico, La Vanguardia, RTVE). Former IMF chief Rodrigo Rato receives a 4.75-year prison sentence for concealing his fortune from tax authorities (eldiario.es, La Marea). Political tension continues between Moncloa and Ayuso's administration, with focus shifting to judicial matters (El Plural).
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21:29Christmas market carnage in Magdeburg

The newspapers extensively report on a car ramming incident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Initial reports indicate at least two deaths, including a child, and between 60-80 injuries (El País, El Mundo, El Confidencial, La Vanguardia, RTVE, La Razón). Authorities have detained the driver and are investigating it as a possible terrorist attack (El País, RTVE). Numbers of casualties vary across sources, with some reporting up to 11 deaths (La Razón).
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