Stories from Madrid · Spain

Victor de Aldama made two accusations before the Supreme Court, one of which concerns alleged irregular financing of the Socialist Party. Former advisor Aldo García reportedly described cash payments, referred to as 'chistorras', as 500 euro banknotes rather than sausages. The Supreme Court is reviewing the case involving the businessman and an advisor to a minister. The source stated that the handling of cash from various origins ended up in the Socialist Party's coffers. Víctor de Aldama provided testimony to the Supreme Court on Wednesday. During his statement, Aldama admitted to being part of a three-person criminal gang. The testimony follows previous statements from other accused individuals. The testimony also included statements from Coldo Garcia. José Luis Ábalos is expected to face challenges regarding the declarations made by Balas.

Former advisor Víctor de Aldama appeared before the Supreme Court to testify in the Koldo case. The party seeks to protect the brother of a key figure in the investigation. Former advisor Coldo García has denied receiving commissions in an ongoing investigation, attributing his cash holdings to Socialist Party reimbursements. The investigation involves allegations that Ferrat tripled donations and that García acted as a loyal subordinate to Ávalos. Manuel Morocho stated that information regarding foreign accounts remains unanalyzed. A prosecutor who previously identified García Ortiz has been replaced by Peramato. The source noted a request for a sentence of 19.5 years. The aide claimed that many actions, including managing business dealings and company deliveries, were performed voluntarily to assist the former minister due to his heavy workload.

The Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs has imposed a fine on the production company behind 'Zona Gemelos' for advertising illegal gambling. The sanction was issued under the direction of Minister Pablo Bustinduy.

Renewable energy expansion has reduced electricity costs in Spain by 24.2% over the last two years. The growth in renewable capacity is cited as the primary driver for the price reduction.

AI automation is expected to affect various professional sectors, including directors, managers, and financial analysts. Some roles, such as those earning 150,000, may be impacted.

A study by Funcas indicates that in a pessimistic scenario, artificial intelligence could lead to the disappearance of two million jobs.

People's Party leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo has stated he will repeal the euthanasia law if he reaches the presidency. The announcement follows a personal account from a mother who claimed she was unable to make end-of-life decisions for her daughter. A guarantee committee currently holds the authority to make such decisions. The mother described feeling excluded from the decision-making process regarding her child. The mother of Noelia Castillo, who died in late March at age 25, is calling for the revocation of the euthanasia law. Yolanda, the mother, claims her daughter did not have a terminal illness. She further alleges that Noelia did not receive the necessary medical and psychological support required by the system. The mother argues that the application of the law in this case was improper.

Approximately 15% of students with special educational needs in Madrid are enrolled in specialized centers, while the remainder attend ordinary schools. Despite government plans to minimize specialized centers, enrollment in these institutions increased by 1,500 students during the last school year. Many students are reportedly being left without placement, according to Carmen Lavalle, a director of a Madrid school specializing in motor, sensory, and intellectual disabilities or autism. Lavalle noted that teachers in this field require specialized training in addition to empathy and patience. Educators in this field must possess specialized and rigorous training to support students with motor, sensory, or intellectual disabilities, as well as autism. The segment said that teachers must also demonstrate vocation, empathy, and patience to provide personalized professional attention.

The corpse of an individual named Tabira has been found. Investigators have stated that this discovery is not related to the unsolved María del Carmen Martínez murder case. The Martínez case remains unresolved ten years after the crime.

Four individuals have been detained in connection with a high-profile murder investigation. One victim's body was found in an advanced state of decomposition and had been stabbed multiple times.