Stories from Spain

During a trial in Madrid, Coldo testified that he received various denominations of cash, including 100, 200, and 500 euro notes. He stated that on some occasions, he received single payments exceeding 2,000 euros.

The testimony occurred as part of the ongoing Ábalos case. UCO agents previously testified that the scheme would not have been possible without Ávalos. According to Aldaman, the scheme involved approximately 4 million euros. This admission follows previous denials regarding the receipt of such funds. The individual had previously claimed that similar items were food products from Navarra to deny the allegations. The confession follows prior statements regarding illegal financing. The source noted that Aldama had previously denied such payments in a public interview, claiming similar items were from Navarra.

BBVA reported positive evolution across its various portfolios, according to Eduardo Osuna. During the reported period, 20% of new originations were credit cards. Additionally, 8% of new originations were directed toward micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.

Two defendants in a case involving former minister José Luis Ábalos have provided differing testimonies regarding the nature of their activities. One defendant, businessman Aldama, described the operation as a criminal gang structure. Conversely, advisor Coldo García testified that the actions were intended to assist individuals in need, including friends of Ábalos and companies requiring medical supplies such as masks. One individual claimed they were offered money to avoid contacting the police following an incident where they were struck. The source noted that the person on the phone was not actually a board member but was impersonating one. The incident occurred approximately two months before the details were shared by Ansar.

A pediatrician in Sonseca, Toledo, is accused of filling her schedule with fake appointments to reduce her actual workload. A mother discovered the discrepancy after finding her child had four to five appointments scheduled without her intervention.

Official immigration data in Spain excludes individuals who have already obtained citizenship and political refugees. Among labor migration categories, Colombians lead with approximately 70,000 arrivals, followed by Argentinians with roughly 46,000.

Spain continues to accept Cuban political prisoners, similar to its historical acceptance of Argentines and Chileans during their respective dictatorships. In 2010, Spain received 115 Cuban political prisoners along with 650 relatives.

The Spanish Red Cross employment area helped nearly 30,000 people secure jobs in 2025. The organization provided guidance, accompaniment, and mediation to over 280,000 individuals across the country. Maica Sánchez, the employment director for the Spanish Red Cross, stated the function is to reduce obstacles for vulnerable populations, specifically those over 55 years old. Spain lost 170,000 jobs through March, according to the first EPA report of the year published recently. The report also noted job destruction within the technology sector. Some estimates from savings banks suggest the arrival of artificial intelligence could lead to a potential loss of 2 million jobs in Spain. May Day demonstrations have mixed labor issues with these economic developments. Artificial intelligence could lead to a net loss of between 400,000 and 500,000 jobs in Spain, according to a FUNCAS study.

Russian state television has declared pilot Kosminov an outlaw. A report stated that the Russian military intelligence agency, GRU, has received orders to eliminate him. The report suggests he could be located in the Villa Royosa holiday area on the Spanish Mediterranean coast.

A report from the Anar Foundation and Mutua Madrileña for the 2024-2025 academic year states that 12.3% of students in Spain report experiencing bullying. The data indicates that many children perceive the issue as a recurring threat. The data indicates that thousands of children in the country are affected by school harassment. Approximately 12.3% of students in Spain are affected by bullying, according to reported data. One in three victims does not report the incidents due to fear or a desire to avoid worrying parents. The report noted that suicide is the second leading cause of death among children in Spain, following accidents. The issue encompasses physical violence as well as newer forms like cyberbullying and threats involving artificial intelligence.