Age verification for social media is the right idea built the wrong way Social media bans for minors risk sacrificing digital privacy in pursuit of online safety. TechRadar · Jun 8
Pope Leo XIV denounces 'scourge' of sexual abuse before meeting victims in Spain Speaking to reporters on the flight to Madrid on Saturday, the pope said the scandal of sexual violence was "still an open wound" for the Church. Euronews · Jun 8
In first papal speech to Spanish parliament, pope demands respect for migrants and international law Pope Leo XIV calls for newfound respect for the rights of migrants and international law during an historic address to the Spanish parliament that signaled a new level of acceptance of the Catholic Church in the public sphere in the overwhelmingly secular country The Independent UK · Jun 8
Pope Leo XIV visits Spain as Church seeks a fresh voice in changing Europe Pope Leo XIV has begun a weeklong visit to Spain, bringing the American pontiff to one of Europe’s historic centres of Christianity at a moment of political tension, social change and renewed curiosity about faith. Radio France Internationale · Jun 6
What to know about Pope Leo's trip to Spain, from political scandal to Barcelona's architectural gem Pope Leo XIV’s weeklong visit to Spain will bring him to a once-staunchly Catholic country that has long been in the throes of waning religious practice The Independent UK · Jun 6
Pope to find a secularized, polarized Spain where the Catholic Church has a complex legacy Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Spain will bring the American pontiff to a traditional center of European Christianity, where the Catholic Church has a complex legacy and the Socialist-led government is in a political crisis The Independent UK · Jun 6
Pedro Sánchez: how a string of corruption allegations could make Spain’s Socialist party a threat to its own coalition In recent months, corruption allegations have increasingly surrounded figures close to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, from his wife and brother to former senior officials of his party and even former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. The Conversation · Jun 5
Divine intervention: why Pope Leo visit could be a godsend for Pedro Sánchez Pontiff’s resolve to highlight plight of migrants has aligned him with Spanish PM, whose inner circle and party are mired in corruption allegations The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
Pope tours Spain with 12 speeches and over 2,500 kilometres planned Pope Leo XIV will travel more than 2,500 kilometres between Madrid, Barcelona, Gran Canaria and Tenerife, and will deliver 12 speeches, as well as five homilies and five greetings. Here is the Pope's schedule by day and time. Euronews · Jun 3
PSOE's legal storm: Nine cases closing in on Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez The government came under increasing pressure this week after authorities searched the Socialist Party's Madrid headquarters. Euronews · May 30
Spanish PM’s family affair: the corruption cases involving Pedro Sánchez’s brother, wife and predecessor Socialist leader insists no wrongdoing by family and backs former prime minister, but has much to contend with The Guardian - UK · May 28
Spanish police search Socialist party's headquarters in fresh blow to Prime Minister Sánchez Spanish police have mounted a search of the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial wrongdoing AAP · May 28
Colombia Puts Its Democratic Guardrails to the Test Ahead of Sunday's 2026 Presidential Elections With 408,000 security forces deployed and warring armed groups declaring ceasefires, Colombia hopes a sweeping 2026 presidential election-day security plan can deliver a peaceful first round — even as the campaign ends under a shadow of violence and legal controversy. Latin Times · May 27
Spanish police search ruling Socialist party's headquarters in fresh blow to PM Sánchez Spanish police have mounted a search of the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial wrongdoing AAP · May 27
The Independent UK · May 27 Spanish police search ruling Socialist party headquarters as problems deepen for Pedro Sanchez The party has been hammered by a series of corruption scandals
Euronews · May 27 Spain's PM sees 'no reason' to withdraw support for predecessor Zapatero amid graft probe Zapatero, who governed from 2004-2011, has been summoned to testify next month in connection with crimes allegedly committed during the bailout of small airline Plus Ultra in 2021.
AAP · May 27 Spanish police search headquarters of PM Sánchez's ruling Socialist party Spanish police have mounted a search of the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial wrongdoing
The Guardian - UK · May 27 Zelenskyy asks Trump for help with air defences as Russia continues attacks – as it happened Ukrainian president writes letter to Trump reqquesting more ammunition for its Patriot air defence systems
Euronews · May 25 Spain unveils climate social plan with €9 billion for energy transition The plan, which the government hopes to submit to Brussels before the end of the year, is built on two pillars: access to “decent, efficient” housing and the promotion of “sustainable, affordable” mobility.
Euronews · May 24 Thousands rally in Madrid demanding Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez resign Protesters march down the streets of Madrid calling for socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to resign over allegations of corruption within his entourage.
AAP · May 24 Thousands rally in Spain's capital against increasing housing costs Thousands have rallied in central Madrid against spiraling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the market
AAP · May 24 Thousands in Spain's capital protest increasing housing costs Thousands have rallied in central Madrid against spiraling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the market
Euronews · May 21 Spain to launch biggest forest fire campaign after record losses last year, Sánchez says Spain is one of the southern European countries on the front line of climate change as higher average temperatures stoke heatwaves, droughts and forest fires.
The Guardian - UK · May 21 Pedro Sánchez is loved everywhere – but not so much in Spain. Here’s why The PM’s socialist party was crushed in its former Andalusian stronghold. With a general election in 2027, time to turn things around is running out, says journalist María Ramírez
The Guardian - UK · May 19 Former Spanish PM under criminal investigation as €53m bailout of airline examined José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, who denies any wrongdoing, ordered to appear at Spain’s highest criminal court on suspicion of influence-peddling