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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Spain Opens Old Files About 1981 Coup

Spain is set to release documents about a failed coup in 1981 that almost toppled its young democracy. The move follows many people asking for more information. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the files will be declassified. He called it a way to pay back a historical debt and let citizens see th

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Putting Europe First: Why Countries Should Work Together

Germany's finance chief, Lars Klingbeil, recently spoke out about the need for European Union (EU) countries to put aside their own interests and work together. He believes that the EU is at a crucial point where unity is more important than ever. Klingbeil made these comments before a meeting of EU

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Tax Rules: What's Changing and Why It Matters

Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany.

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Spain's Rail Safety Under the Spotlight

Spain's rail network has been in the headlines recently, and not for good reasons. Two serious accidents in January have put the government's spending on railways under scrutiny. A high-speed train crash in the south killed 45 people, and just two days later, a derailment in Catalonia took the life

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

EU's Big Four Plan to Tackle Trade and Tech Challenges

Germany and France are teaming up with Poland, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands to form a new group focused on boosting Europe's economic strength. This move comes as European countries look to reduce their reliance on imports from places like China and address concerns about global trade barriers.

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Spain's Swift Response to Train Tragedy: A Closer Look

Spain is stepping up to help those affected by a recent high-speed train crash. The government has set aside 20 million euros, which is about 24 million dollars, to support the victims. This tragic event happened near Cordoba on January 18th. It's one of the deadliest train crashes in Europe in a wh

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Spain's Spyware Saga: A Tale of Unanswered Questions

Spain's High Court has once again shut down its investigation into the use of Pegasus spyware. This time, the reason is clear: Israel has not cooperated. The court had been looking into how this powerful software was used to spy on Spanish politicians. The investigation started after it was revealed

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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later Boom: What's Next?

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) scene is heating up, with big changes on the horizon. By 2026, this market is set to hit $83. 46 billion, growing at a steady pace. But what's really interesting is how the market is evolving. Right now, the BNPL space is crowded with big names like Klarna, PayPa

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Germany's Mixed Bag: EVs, Economy, and Social Issues

Germany is making headlines with a mix of economic updates, environmental debates, and social concerns. The government has reintroduced subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs), but not everyone is happy. Critics argue that including hybrid vehicles in the subsidy program undermines the environmental b

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Big Bet on Electric Cars: What's the Deal?

Germany is going all-in on electric cars. They're not just talking about it; they're putting real money into it. The government is offering up to 6, 000 euros for each electric car bought. That's a lot of cash! In total, they've set aside 3 billion euros for this plan. This money can help about 800,

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