SOUTHERN SPAIN

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 15 2026WEATHER

Storm Heads to Southern California, Bracing for Heavy Rain and Big Waves

Southern California is gearing up for a big weather event that could bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous waves to the coast. A strong storm system is expected to hit the region over the weekend, with the most intense impacts occurring from Sunday into Monday. The weather forecast starts off

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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 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 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California's Water Woes: Business vs. Environment

Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne

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Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt

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Jan 16 2026CRIME

Fake Calls Tie Up Police: Schools, Celebs, and Hospitals in the Crosshairs

Southern California's emergency services are facing a growing problem: fake calls, known as swatting, are wasting precious time and resources. These hoax calls trick police into sending SWAT teams to non-existent crises, causing real fear and disruption. Students, like Sabrina Wong from Blair High

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Spain's Money Mess: Why Regional Leaders Are Furious

Spain is in a political pickle. The country's finance minister recently suggested a new way to share money with its regions. But guess what? Regional leaders are not happy. They think the central government is playing favorites. The deal gives Catalonia a special advantage. It gets back exactly what

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Jan 15 2026WEATHER

Unusual Warmth in Southern California: What's Next?

Southern California has been enjoying unusually warm weather, making it feel like summer. The inland areas of Orange County saw temperatures soaring into the mid-80s on January 14th, which is about 15 degrees higher than what's normal for this time of year. Even the coastal areas were warmer than us

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