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Miranda Plans Visit To Galicia Mansion
Singer Miranda plans to visit a mansion in Orense this summer. The artist Julio Iglesias reportedly does not wish to return to Spain due to recent news affecting his image. The singer recently acquired an impressive mansion in Orense valued at 5 million euros.
Cadena SER
Highway Thieves Target Vehicles On France-Spain Route
Spanish press reports a surge in highway thefts occurring on the route connecting France and Spain. Thieves have been targeting tourists by deflating vehicle tires at rest areas.
Europe 1
Spanish Cyber Fraud Cases Increase 490 Percent
A 28-year-old man named Pon Ferrada is described as the largest cyber fraudster in Spanish history. The suspect's frequent movement was a calculated tactic to remain difficult to track. Spain is experiencing over 1,000 computer fraud incidents per day.
COPE
Kylian Mbappé Expected To Return Mid-May
Real Madrid issued a statement saying Kylian Mbappé is expected to return to action by mid-May following an injury. His return is considered positive for both Real Madrid and the French national football team.
Blu Radio Colombia
Real Zaragoza Keeper Banned For 13 Matches
Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada has received a 13-match ban following an incident over the weekend. Andrada reportedly punched opposition player George Polido, the captain of Wesker, in the face. The incident resulted in Andrada being sent off during the match. The disciplinary action follows an incident where Andrade punched another player in the face during a derby match against Huesca in Spain.
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Edmundo Gonzalez Meets Spanish Politicians In Madrid
Venezuelan opposition presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez is meeting with Spanish politicians in Madrid almost daily. Gonzalez was previously evacuated from Caracas on a Spanish military aircraft following threats of imprisonment and death.
Radio Svoboda
Julian Alvarez Sets Champions League Scoring Record
Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez left the pitch with an injury during the Champions League semifinal first leg against Arsenal. Commentators described the player's entry as very violent, noting a heavy collision or charge during the play. The incident involved a collision that could have resulted in a red card given the player already had a yellow card. Julian Alvarez scored a penalty in the 44th minute during the match. The Arsenal goal was scored by Victor. The match results leave the qualifying group open, with the final determination expected in London next week. The manager stated that the contact was clear and criticized the need for multiple reviews to overturn the penalty. Argentinian striker Julian Alvarez became the first Los Colchoneros player to score 10 goals in a single Champions League edition. Alvarez converted a penalty in the 41st minute following a video review.
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Rosalia To Receive International Songwriting Award
Rosalia, hailing from Barcelona, has been named Writer of the Year. The BBC Radio 4 report noted the award recognizes her multiple contributions. Spanish pop star Rosalia will receive an award at next month's Ivor Novellos. Musician Rosalia is set to receive a major songwriting award at the Ivan Novello awards next month. The singer is a former Flamenco student from Barcelona. The Barcelona-born artist, a former Flamenco student, is being recognized for her music which organizers say is redefining the art of songwriting. Her fourth album, Lux, recently earned her the Brit Award for Best International Artist. Other nominees for the upcoming ceremony include Olivia Dean, Seamat, and Lily Allen.
BBC World Service
Rosalia To Receive Ivor Novello Award
The 33-year-old singer Rosalia will be named an International Songwriting Award recipient. The Barcelona-born artist is a former Flamenco student whose fourth album, Lux, combines classical music with pop. Organizers stated the award recognizes her multilingual album Lux. The award also acknowledges her role in redefining the art of songwriting. Rosalia is a former Flamenco student from Barcelona. Her fourth album, Lux, combines classical music with pop and earned her the Brit Award for Best International Artist last month. Singer Rosalia is set to receive a major songwriting award at the Ivan Novello awards next month.
BBC Radio 4
Spanish Congress Rejects Housing Decree Law
Approximately one million rental contracts are affected following the Congress's rejection of the Housing Decree Law. Data regarding the impact was provided by the Sumar party. The decision follows the legislative defeat of the decree in the Spanish Congress.
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