Colombian singer Shakira and Spanish footballer Gerard Pique arrived separately at L'Hospitalet de Llobregat's courthouse near Barcelona to ratify their separation request and the agreement on their children's custody. They exited the courthouse 20 minutes later.

Spain declared a nighttime curfew and Italy announced the closure of cinemas, theaters, and early closure of restaurants as Europe faces a second wave of coronavirus. The Spanish President Pedro Sánchez announced a state of alarm with the intention to extend it until early May. The World Health Organization reported a record number of global COVID-19 cases for the third consecutive day. Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte explained the new measures aim to keep the infection curve under control. Joe Biden criticized Donald Trump's handling of the pandemic. In Latin America, Colombia surpassed one million COVID-19 cases, and Ecuador reported a daily record of new cases.

The auction of a large collection related to Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, owned by Spanish collector Santiago Vivanco, failed to sell most of its lots due to doubts about the authenticity of some items. The auction, held in Barcelona, was marred by a report from El País suggesting that 32 of the lots were either fake or dubious. Vivanco defended the authenticity of the collection, attributing the doubts to an attempt to devalue the pieces by individuals linked to the Fundación Pablo Neruda. Despite the controversy, some items, including a letter exchange with Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai and a limited edition poem with lithographs by Pablo Picasso, were sold.

Young people are identified by entities like the WHO and health authorities as accelerators of coronavirus outbreaks but are difficult to dissuade, especially during summer. Authorities in various countries, including Switzerland, the UK, and Spain, are struggling to manage the situation as young people continue to gather in large numbers despite restrictions. Some experts suggest pragmatic approaches, such as allowing young people to acquire herd immunity while protecting the elderly. Public health campaigns and potential punitive measures are being considered to control the spread among this demographic.

A charity rescue vessel carrying 311 African migrants docked in Spain after being denied entry by several European nations. The migrants, rescued by Proactiva Open Arms, spent Christmas at sea and were welcomed with applause upon arrival. The Red Cross provided immediate aid, and the migrants were in generally good health. The article highlights the challenges faced by rescue operations due to political resistance, particularly from Italy and Malta, and underscores the humanitarian efforts of organizations like Proactiva Open Arms and Save The Children.

A charity rescue boat carrying 311 African migrants, including pregnant women and children, entered Spanish waters and is set to dock in Crinavis, near Gibraltar. The migrants, mainly from Somalia, Nigeria, and Mali, were rescued off Libya but were denied entry by Italy and Malta. Proactiva Open Arms, the Spanish charity operating the vessel, resumed its Mediterranean patrols in November after a hiatus, criticizing governments for criminalizing migrant rescue efforts. Spain has become the main entry point for migrants in Europe, with over 56,000 arrivals by sea this year.

A charity rescue vessel carrying 311 African migrants docked in Spain after being denied entry by several European nations. The migrants, rescued by Proactiva Open Arms, spent Christmas at sea and were provided with aid by the Red Cross upon arrival. The article highlights the challenges faced by migrant rescue operations, including political opposition from figures like Italian Interior Minister Matteo Salvini. Spain has become the main entry point for migrants in Europe, with over 56,000 arrivals by sea this year.

Pamplona's San Fermin bull-running festival began amid heightened awareness and measures against sexual violence, following past incidents including a notorious 2016 gang rape. The city has launched initiatives such as a mobile app for women in danger and a 24/7 hotline to report sexual violence. Despite these efforts, the release on bail of the perpetrators from the 2016 case has sparked public outrage and concerns over safety and justice. The festival's reputation has been marred by these issues, with local and feminist groups advocating for continued vigilance and support for victims.