December
01.12.2024
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Sunday
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The day Congress crowned and promised homes

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PSOE's Federal Congress culminated with Sánchez's fourth reelection as secretary general, securing 90% support. The morning confirmed his core team, maintaining Montero and Cerdán in leadership positions, positioning against what the party terms "judicial harassment."

By midday, Sánchez announced the creation of a major public housing company and confirmed his intention to run in 2027, declaring himself "stronger than ever." The party's stance hardened against what they describe as coordinated attacks from media and judicial institutions, continuing the defensive narrative from previous days.

Evening news shifted to a tragic bus accident in France involving shoppers returning to L'Hospitalet from Andorra, resulting in two deaths, six serious injuries, and one missing person. The €27 shopping trip turned fatal in the French Pyrenees, drawing significant media attention.
02.12.2024
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Monday
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The day Le Pen joined hands with the left

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The morning saw PSOE announcing a progressive tax on owners of three or more properties, while Sánchez framed opposition as an "ultra network." Conservative judges secured key positions through internal elections, prompting media discussion about judicial politics.

By midday, the Supreme Court assumed control of the Koldo case, summoning former minister Ábalos for December 12. Glovo announced a shift to employee contracts just before its founder's court appearance.

The afternoon brought unexpected developments from France, as Marine Le Pen announced support for a left-wing no-confidence motion against Barnier's government, dominating evening coverage. Meanwhile, an ultra-conservative summit at the Spanish Senate, organized under PP's auspices, sparked feminist protests over its anti-abortion stance. Investigations into the fatal Andorra bus accident pointed to brake failure as the primary cause.
03.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The day Korea declared and withdrew martial law

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The morning coverage focused on Ábalos being summoned by the Supreme Court in the Koldo case, while employment figures showed Spain's worst November job losses in five years. Miguel Ángel Rodríguez, Ayuso's chief of staff, was called to testify in the Attorney General case, scheduled for January 8th.

By midday, Ayuso reversed her position on university funding, accepting €169 million from the central government after sustained pressure. The afternoon was dominated by coverage of South Korea's political crisis, as President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, faced unanimous parliamentary rejection, and ultimately withdrew the decree amid street protests.

The EU contradicted Spain's claims about mandatory garbage collection fees, while Catalunya announced a €1 billion investment in microchip manufacturing. The Spanish women's national team defeated France 4-2 in an evening friendly match.
04.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The day Barnier met his sunset and Vox broke with PP

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The Koldo corruption case intensified as Ábalos agreed to voluntary Supreme Court testimony, while Aldama revealed documents about a €1.9M apartment deal allegedly offered in exchange for contracts.

Vox suspended budget negotiations with PP in all autonomous communities, citing PP's discussions with PSOE on migrant policy distribution, marking a significant shift in right-wing alliance dynamics. Housing crisis coverage dominated morning news, with reports showing 65% of Barcelona tenants spending over 30% of income on rent.

The evening brought major international developments as France's National Assembly passed a no-confidence motion against Barnier's government, supported by both left-wing parties and Le Pen's far-right, ending his three-month tenure - the shortest in the Fifth Republic. This followed previous day's signals of Le Pen's unexpected alignment with the left.
05.12.2024
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Thursday
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The day Aldama spoke and Notre-Dame rose

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The morning coverage centered on Aldama's revelations to the Supreme Court about systematic commissions in transport contracts and a €1.9M apartment allegedly offered to Ábalos, deepening the Koldo case investigation. These revelations followed previous day's agreement by Ábalos to testify voluntarily.

Housing crisis coverage intensified as reports showed rent increases in 23 of 36 Barcelona metropolitan municipalities, while national housing prices surged 8.1%. The government's attempt to coordinate with PP on migrant minors' reception in Canary Islands failed, as PP maintained maximum demands.

By evening, attention shifted to European political instability, as Macron refused to resign despite Barnier's fall, while both Paris and Berlin showed signs of leadership crisis. Coverage alternated between these developments and Notre-Dame cathedral's reopening preparations after its restoration.
06.12.2024
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Friday
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The day Constitution faced reform and Mercosur broke through

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Constitution Day ceremonies began with flag raising amid political tensions. Sánchez proposed constitutional reforms to protect housing rights, same-sex marriage, abortion rights, and pension increases - a significant shift from previous ceremonial approaches. Feijóo countered by accusing the government of attacking the Constitution, while Armengol called for consensus-based reforms.

By afternoon, attention shifted to the unexpected breakthrough in EU-Mercosur trade negotiations, frozen since 2019. The agreement's completion, despite French opposition, sparked immediate concerns from Spanish agricultural sectors about food standards.

Sánchez intensified his rhetoric against what he termed "political and judicial harassment," predicting it would backfire against his opponents - a continuation of his defensive strategy from previous days. The Koldo case continued developing in the background, with Ábalos requesting a delay in his Supreme Court appearance.
07.12.2024
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Saturday
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The day Notre Dame's bells rang and Damascus trembled

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Sánchez's constitutional reform proposals and claims of harassment dominated morning coverage, with government sources expressing confidence that Ábalos wouldn't testify against them in the Koldo case. The narrative shifted by afternoon to Notre Dame's reopening ceremony, which gathered 40 international leaders including Trump and Zelensky, while Spanish press noted Spain's absence from the event.

By evening, coverage split between Notre Dame's ceremonial reopening and breaking developments in Syria, where rebel forces claimed control of Homs and advanced toward Damascus. The Syrian situation evolved rapidly through the night, with reports of Hezbollah fighters fleeing Homs and regime forces retreating.

In domestic developments, Barcelona announced plans for 350 affordable housing units and the restoration of Columbus monument, while reports revealed a 1,300% increase in egg freezing over the past decade.
08.12.2024
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Sunday
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The day Damascus fell and Notre Dame rose

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Coverage began with Notre Dame's reopening ceremony, continuing from previous day's preparations, but was quickly overshadowed by rapid developments in Syria. By early morning, rebel forces announced control of Homs and began advancing toward Damascus. Within hours, multiple sources reported rebels entering the capital, followed by confirmation of Assad's flight, reportedly to Moscow.

Spanish media tracked the collapse of the 13-year regime through increasingly detailed reports, noting the surrender orders to military units and the rebels' capture of state television. By afternoon, coverage shifted to analyzing implications: Russia and Iran's weakened position as Assad's allies, the impact on regional conflicts including Israel-Hamas, and the future of Syria under rebel control.

Domestic coverage remained focused on EU political instability, with reports highlighting how crises in France and Germany weaken the union's position ahead of potential Trump return.
09.12.2024
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Monday
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The day Assad's dungeons opened

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Morning coverage focused on the immediate aftermath of Assad's fall, with reports of abandoned tanks and looted shops in Damascus as rebels attempted to establish order. By early afternoon, details emerged about the 2 AM assault that led to regime soldiers surrendering their weapons. The discovery of torture chambers and crematoriums in regime facilities dominated afternoon coverage.

In domestic politics, Puigdemont demanded Sánchez face a confidence vote, claiming breach of agreements. Moncloa rejected this demand, interpreting it as leverage for budget negotiations. The state funeral for DANA flood victims in Valencia became a political focal point, with media noting Sánchez's absence while the King and Queen attended.

GESOP poll results showed 70% of Spaniards supporting immigration regulation and 60% favoring maintained banking and energy taxes, providing context for ongoing political debates.
10.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The day allies turned electricity into weapons

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Morning coverage continued tracking Assad's Moscow exile and the opening of Sednaya prison, with families searching for relatives missing since 2013. The political narrative shifted dramatically by midday when PP, Junts, PNV, and ERC formed an unexpected alliance to push through an electric tax suspension that could save households €1.1 billion.

PSOE and Sumar quickly moved to block this initiative, postponing the committee meeting meant to approve it. The government's reaction highlighted growing tensions with Junts, whose support remains crucial for budget negotiations.

Evening coverage split between the Real Madrid-Atalanta match (2-3) and reports of Israel gaining territory in post-Assad Syria. The Syrian transition coverage maintained prominence throughout the day, with emphasis shifting from celebratory scenes to complex regional power dynamics.
11.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The day judges became opposition

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Following Assad's fall, coverage shifted from Damascus celebrations to Russia's strategic moves through Turkey to maintain influence in Syria. The power vacuum dominated morning headlines until domestic politics took center stage.

Sánchez escalated confrontation with judiciary institutions, claiming judges were acting as opposition and accusing PP of having privileged access to judicial information. This coincided with diplomatic tensions over Spain's absence at Notre Dame's reopening.

Junts maintained pressure on government finances, with Nogueras demanding "move your ass" in Congress regarding Catalan funding. The Treasury acknowledged difficulties in extending energy company taxes, while fishing quotas negotiations concluded with 66% reduction for Mediterranean fleet.

By evening, reports emerged that Sánchez might continue governing without 2025 budgets, as coalition partners began adjusting expectations.
12.12.2024
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Thursday
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The day Ábalos faced his judge

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The morning began with anticipation of Ábalos's Supreme Court testimony in the Koldo corruption case. During his three-hour appearance, he denied all commission allegations and avoided implicating government officials, while placing blame on Koldo García. The judge's decision to grant PP exclusive access to the testimony transcript sparked controversy among other accusers.

Coverage of post-Assad Syria continued with detailed reports about his abandoned palace's opulence and the Harasta military hospital's dark history. The European Central Bank's announcement of interest rate cuts for 2024 received attention amid economic reporting.

By evening, migration policy developments showed the government abandoning negotiations with PP and turning to Junts for reform, while Barcelona announced a strategic shift toward cultural tourism. Reports emerged of judge Peinado requesting identification of all Moncloa workers in the Begoña Gómez investigation.
13.12.2024
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Friday
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The day debt bought silence

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The Conference of Presidents meeting dominated coverage, with Sánchez announcing debt forgiveness plans for autonomous communities starting January. The morning saw regional leaders arriving amid tensions over Catalan language requirements that had displaced 212 healthcare workers. By midday, the government's strategy emerged: using debt relief to counter opposition to the "Catalan quota."

Page from Castilla-La Mancha broke ranks with PP's united front, calling for negotiation with PSOE on financing. Meanwhile, PSOE-Junts negotiations continued quietly in Switzerland, while the Conference failed to reach agreement on migrant minor transfers from Canarias.

Evening coverage revealed the conference's limited results: no concrete agreements on housing or financing, but Barcelona was announced as next host. BBVA had to publicly deny rumors about Sánchez's brother's shares, indicating ongoing political tensions beneath surface-level cooperation.
14.12.2024
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Saturday
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The day Mango's founder fell and Junqueras rose

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The regional summit's aftermath dominated morning coverage, with PP-led communities rejecting Sánchez's debt forgiveness proposal linked to Catalonian fiscal privileges. Civil servants staged protests in Madrid over Muface health insurance system changes, threatening strikes.

The afternoon saw media attention shift dramatically to the death of Mango founder Isak Andic in a 150-meter fall at Montserrat mountains during a family excursion. Coverage quickly expanded from initial accident reports to assessments of his €4.5 billion legacy and 2,700-store empire.

By evening, focus turned to ERC's internal election, where Oriol Junqueras secured reelection as party president with 52% support, revealing significant internal division. The narrow victory margin suggests ongoing tensions within Catalan independence movement, as hinted by Puigdemont's warning to PSOE from Switzerland that they "are not hostages."
15.12.2024
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Sunday
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The day Mango's echo drowned budget talks

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Media coverage remained fixated on Isak Andic's mountain accident death, with RTVE repeatedly updating the story throughout the morning. This saturation coverage overshadowed, but couldn't hide, significant political developments.

By midday, Junts announced their refusal to negotiate state budgets, while ERC's internal restructuring under Junqueras's narrow victory revealed deep party divisions. PSOE responded by launching an offensive against "media and economic powers" supporting Ayuso, while Montero publicly supported Óscar López against judicial pressure.

Evening coverage shifted to international developments, with reports of North Korean troops being deployed to Ukraine's Kursk front without adequate protection, and two Russian tankers colliding in the Azov Sea. The EU-Mercosur agreement faced industrial support but agricultural opposition, while Syrian coverage focused on Christian minorities' cautious stance toward new leadership.
16.12.2024
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Monday
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The day Aldama drew screenshots

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Media attention focused on Aldama's three-hour Supreme Court testimony, where he provided screenshots as evidence of commission payments to Ábalos and Koldo García. The story evolved from morning anticipation to afternoon revelations about €4 million in alleged commissions and claims about apartments with "señoritas" for PSOE officials.

By early afternoon, the Guardia Civil arrested Aldama's associate and Carmen Pano, who had previously claimed delivering €90,000 to PSOE headquarters. An unpublished photo emerged placing Aldama with Ábalos at PSOE headquarters, adding weight to his accusations.

Meanwhile, Congress lawyers validated Puigdemont's confidence motion terms, while economic coverage noted housing sales reaching 14-year peaks due to mortgage cost reduction. Assad's Moscow appearance and Netanyahu's Golan Heights population plans received secondary coverage.
17.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The day Koldo shielded Ábalos

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Following Aldama's explosive testimony and photo evidence from the previous day, Koldo García appeared at the Supreme Court, maintaining alignment with Ábalos's version of events. Ábalos submitted a document detailing "25 contradictions" in Aldama's testimony. The PSOE-Sumar coalition postponed their decision on Puigdemont's confidence motion to January.

The death of actress Marisa Paredes at 78 dominated cultural coverage, while economic news focused on the Bank of Spain raising 2024 GDP growth forecasts to 3.1%. The government doubled its initial Muface health insurance offer, revealing pressure from insurers.

By evening, tensions surfaced between the Labor and Economy ministries over workday reduction implementation, while singer Raphael was hospitalized for a stroke. Puigdemont claimed government mistreatment, comparing it to Supreme Court handling.
18.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The day shadows took witness stand

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Begoña Gómez's court appearance dominated morning coverage, with her strategic shift to only answer her lawyer's questions marking a turning point in the influence-peddling investigation. She denied profit motives and deflected responsibility to Complutense University.

By midday, the Supreme Court's request to prosecute Ábalos for four crimes in the Koldo case connected both narratives, following previous days' testimonies from Koldo García and Aldama. The government's attempt to extend the electricity companies tax decree without securing parliamentary support revealed growing coalition instability.

Evening coverage shifted to Barcelona's dual challenges: tourism spending reaching record highs despite decreased visitor numbers, and 30% of residents reporting crime victimization in 2023. Madrid's victory in the Intercontinental Cup final provided relief from political tensions, though Mbappé's thigh strain added uncertainty to the celebration.
19.12.2024
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Thursday
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The day power tax fell and Pelicot paid

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The government's energy companies tax extension collapsed as PNV and Junts joined PP and Vox, marking the first major parliamentary defeat for Sánchez's coalition in the new term. While the broader fiscal reform survived, this alliance signals growing independence from traditional voting blocks.

The Pelicot case concluded with a 400-year combined sentence, including 20 years for Dominique Pelicot himself, closing a case that challenged French social structures.

By afternoon, the UCO investigation into Ayuso's partner's data leak revealed deleted messages on the prosecutor general's phone during key dates, implicating the State Secretary of Communication. This development connects to previous days' testimonies in the influence-peddling investigations.

The Mossos confirmed unauthorized Pegasus surveillance of Aragonès, while labor negotiations advanced toward a 37.5-hour workweek implementation by 2026.
20.12.2024
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Friday
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The day Magdeburg's market turned red

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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.
21.12.2024
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Saturday
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The day Magdeburg's killer defied patterns

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The Magdeburg Christmas market attack story evolved significantly through multiple updates, with casualties rising from two to five dead and over 200 injured. The perpetrator's identity emerged as a 50-year-old Saudi doctor, described as an anti-Islamic activist and AfD supporter, creating a paradox that challenged initial terrorism assumptions.

In domestic developments, voter abstention reached 35%, marking a significant increase from previous years. The Barcelona garbage collectors' strike was called off after negotiations, while Catalunya extended public transport subsidies through 2025.

Prime Minister Sánchez spoke in Rabat about extending socialism to Africa, while the PP internally justified their recent agreements with Junts. The evening concluded with Atlético Madrid defeating Barcelona at Montjuic, with Sorloth scoring in the final minute.
22.12.2024
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Sunday
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The day billions flowed from Royal Theatre drums

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Spain's annual Christmas lottery distributed €2.7 billion, with coverage dominating media attention throughout the morning. The main prize of €4 million per ticket was split between Logroño and Madrid, with a VOX parliamentarian's lottery office and a humble neighborhood basketball club as main distributors.

Political undercurrents persisted beneath the lottery coverage: Feijóo shifted strategy toward judicial challenges against Sánchez, while tensions between the government and Junts increased. Reports emerged of Puigdemont instructing his party to pressure the president.

Economic concerns surfaced regarding euro stability, with analysis of potential northern European monetary separation. The pension reform's impact became clearer, with projected increases of €1.729 billion in worker and employer contributions for 2025.

In Barcelona, housing prices continued their upward trend, with 16% of available properties now exceeding €1 million.
23.12.2024
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Monday
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The day Sánchez reached for Puigdemont's hand

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Morning coverage revealed Puigdemont's six-month ultimatum to Sánchez, threatening to end the legislature if demands weren't met. The government responded through a carefully orchestrated sequence of statements, culminating in Sánchez's press conference after the final Council of Ministers of the year.

Sánchez announced openness to meeting Puigdemont, framing it as natural progression of the amnesty process. This marked a shift from previous positions, occurring as investigations intensified into the Koldo case's Dominican Republic connections and Begoña Gómez's influence case expanded to include major tech companies.

The government extended transport subsidies but dropped food VAT reductions, while approving energy company taxes without parliamentary backing. Ion Antolín's resignation as Secretary of State for Communication after just 20 days added an unexpected element to the day's political developments.
24.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The day King called for serenity

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Morning coverage centered on Sánchez's potential meeting with Puigdemont, continuing the previous day's developments. Puigdemont responded by rejecting the overture, warning he wouldn't renew confidence if the government "continues sinking Catalonia."

The Treasury delayed implementing diesel tax due to insufficient parliamentary support, while negotiations advanced on energy company tax deductions of up to 60% to secure Junts and PNV backing.

The Supreme Court investigated the Attorney General's alleged deletion of messages and phone replacement, adding complexity to the expanding Koldo case, which reached 85 volumes.

The evening was dominated by King Felipe VI's Christmas address, where he called for political serenity amid what he termed an "overwhelming political contest." He emphasized the need to preserve the constitutional pact of coexistence, while addressing the dana disaster response coordination issues.
25.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The day two discourses crossed paths

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King Felipe VI's Christmas address from the previous evening dominated morning coverage, with media focusing on his calls for political serenity amid what he termed "overwhelming political noise". The speech's details - from his blue tie to the DANA photo backdrop - generated extensive analysis.

By midday, Pope Francis's Urbi et Orbi blessing introduced a parallel narrative calling for peace in Ukraine and the Middle East, creating an interesting counterpoint to the domestic discourse.

Political reactions to the King's speech emerged throughout the afternoon, with PSOE and PP supporting his message while government coalition partners criticized it as "right-leaning". The controversy over police infiltration in independence movements surfaced, complicating the ongoing Puigdemont amnesty negotiations.

Evening coverage shifted to Russia's claim that its sunken vessel in Spanish waters was victim of a "terrorist attack", while Scandinavian preparations for potential Russian threats received attention.
26.12.2024
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Thursday
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The day migration routes turned deadliest

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Morning coverage focused on political fallout from King Felipe's Christmas speech, with coalition partners viewing his constitutional stance as threatening while PP and PSOE praised it.

By midday, reports revealed 2024 as the deadliest year for migration to Spain, with 10,457 deaths recorded, 93% on the Canary Islands route. The housing market dominated economic coverage, with predictions of continued price increases through 2025.

Afternoon brought Isabel Díaz Ayuso's accusations against Sánchez of "strangling" Madrid, linking it to the ongoing fiscal general investigation. International coverage shifted to Moscow's claims of terrorism in the sinking of its cargo ship off Murcia's coast, and Israel's killing of five Palestinian journalists in a marked press vehicle in Gaza.

Evening coverage returned to the Koldo case implications for ministers and the delayed implementation of specialized courts for child violence cases.
27.12.2024
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Friday
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The day prosecutor faced the judge

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The unprecedented indictment of Attorney General García Ortiz marked the morning headlines, extending the judicial crisis that began with CGPJ's five-year deadlock. The investigation centers on alleged message deletions and phone replacements related to the expanding Koldo case.

Opposition leader Feijóo dominated midday coverage with sharp criticism of 2024's governance, predicting 2025 would unfold "between courts, Waterloo and Franco." His stance softened regarding potential deals with Junts, provided they avoid "blackmail."

The twentieth anniversary of Spain's Gender Violence Law generated extensive coverage, with reports highlighting decreased femicides but systemic protection failures. Evening brought news of Putin's openness to Ukraine negotiations in Slovakia, while the Generalitat requested additional judges outside Barcelona to address court congestion.
28.12.2024
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Saturday
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The day Putin apologized while avoiding blame

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Media coverage began with flood recovery efforts in Paiporta, where community solidarity narratives dominated early reporting. Opposition leader Feijóo's strategy shift toward harder opposition gained prominence, while judicial involvement in politics remained a central theme.

By midday, attention turned to Putin's careful diplomatic maneuver - apologizing to Azerbaijan for a plane incident while avoiding Russian responsibility, following his signals about potential Ukraine negotiations in Slovakia. The government's announcement of twelve tax increases for 2025, estimated to cost households 371 euros annually, sparked political debate.

Evening coverage focused on the rescue of nearly 600 migrants near Canary Islands, continuing the narrative of 2024's deadly migration statistics. The day closed with reports of government offensive against Judge Ruiz Lara for comments about Begoña Gómez, further extending the ongoing judicial-political tension.
29.12.2024
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Sunday
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The day birds brought down the plane

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Morning coverage began with updates on aid distribution to dana flood victims, revealing government had distributed less than 6% of promised assistance, with only 11 families receiving death compensation.

A major aviation disaster in South Korea dominated headlines throughout the day, with death toll updates rising from 120 to final count of 179, with two crew members surviving. Media traced the sequence from bird strike to wall collision at Muan airport.

Afternoon reporting highlighted Barcelona's metropolitan challenges, from cybersecurity concerns over Israeli hackers to environmental requirements for EU compliance. Coverage of military spending revealed 2.3 billion euros in extra expenditure over four months.

Evening brought news of Jimmy Carter's death at 100, while domestic coverage returned to judicial-political tensions through García Ortiz's mobile phone controversy.
30.12.2024
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Monday
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The day Carter's page turned at hundred

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Morning coverage centered on Jimmy Carter's death at 100, with Spanish media emphasizing his peace-focused presidency. Housing crisis narratives intensified as new data showed prices reaching bubble-era levels, while young renters reported increasing difficulties in securing accommodations.

By midday, attention shifted to economic forecasts for 2025, with expected mortgage rate decreases contrasting against planned VAT increases on basic goods. The Vox leadership's undeclared salary controversy gained traction, while former minister Ábalos's involvement in Air Europa's rescue returned to headlines through new meeting revelations.

Evening coverage focused on regional developments, with Barcelona's housing concerns matching security as top citizen worries. Water reservoir levels in Catalonia showed concerning declines, while the South Korean plane crash impact reverberated through global tourism markets.
31.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The day of Putin's peak

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Media coverage concentrated on Putin's 25-year rule milestone, with Spanish outlets emphasizing the culmination of authoritarianism and military aggression. Against this backdrop, reports emerged of four jihadist minors arrested for planning an attack on Elche's basilica.

Economic forecasts for 2025 dominated midday coverage, highlighting upcoming price increases across utilities and housing sectors, while mortgage rates showed signs of decrease. Military personnel involved in dana flood response continued facing poor conditions after two months of deployment, extending the narrative from previous days about insufficient government aid.

Evening coverage shifted to domestic politics, with García-Page predicting new confrontations with Sánchez's government in 2025, while Ayuso delivered a confrontational New Year's address. The year's final statistics revealed 47 women killed by gender violence, marking 2024's social toll.
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