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Simon Hunter is a freelance journalist, translator and voice-over artist who has been based in Madrid, Spain since the year 2000. For 15 years he worked at Spain's biggest daily, EL PAÍS, where he was the editor of their English Edition. He is also an experienced television and radio pundit, as well as a podcaster and presenter of videos. He counts on a very high level of Spanish and a wealth of knowledge and contacts across Spain. Collaborations with: The Times, Daily Mail, La Sexta, Antena 3, TVE, RTE, EuroNews, BBC (TV and radio), Sky News, Olive Press, The Local, Monocle, Food and Wines from Spain, National Geographic, The Independent, CNBC Business, ArtNews, easyJet Traveller, Private Banking, Wizz, Ling, Flydoscope, A Hedonist's Guide to Madrid, Paper Jam, and more. https://linktr.ee/simoninmadrid
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Ibiza ‘knockout gas’ burglary gang arrested after Nick Grimshaw raid
A burglary gang in Ibiza, known for using 'knockout gas,' has been arrested following a raid on Nick Grimshaw's rented villa. The Civil Guard released CCTV footage showing the gang in action and images of the stolen items recovered, including luxury goods and cash. The suspects, two men and a woman, were tracked down through stolen cars and are now facing charges of burglary, violent robbery, and theft inside homes.
How Spain’s tomato-flinging festival is stamping out sexual harassment
The local council and organizers of Spain's La Tomatina festival have successfully implemented measures to prevent sexual harassment, including the use of 'mobile purple points' and fixed safe spaces for victims. The initiative, supported by police and volunteers, has resulted in no reported incidents of sexual assault at this year's event. Virginia Sanz, the mayor of Buñol, highlighted the ongoing efforts to ensure safety beyond the festivities.
Spanish town to fine tourists €250 for reserving spot on beach
A Spanish town has introduced a €250 fine for tourists who reserve beach spots with items like chairs and parasols early in the day, a practice that complicates beach cleaning. Social media footage shows tourists in Spain rushing to reserve poolside loungers, with similar scenes reported in Tenerife, Catalonia, and Costa del Sol. The 'sunbed wars' have started early this year, with incidents in Benidorm highlighting the issue.
Spanish town to fine tourists €250 for reserving spot on beach
A Spanish town has introduced a €250 fine for tourists who reserve beach spots with items like chairs and parasols early in the day, a practice that complicates beach cleaning. Social media footage shows tourists in Spain rushing to reserve poolside loungers, with similar scenes reported in Tenerife, Catalonia, and Costa del Sol. The 'sunbed wars' have started early this year, with incidents in Benidorm highlighting the issue.
Barcelona anti-tourist protesters fire water pistols at visitors
More than 140 organizations, including residents' associations, environmentalists, and trades unions, participated in a protest in Barcelona against mass tourism. Protesters called for the mayor, Jaume Collboni of the Catalan Socialist Party, to take more action to limit cruise ships, flights, and sidewalk cafés. Collboni responded on social media, affirming his commitment to controlling tourism. Similar protests have occurred in Majorca, Malaga, and the Canary Islands, with anti-tourist graffiti appearing in tourist hotspots.
Spain’s PM Pedro Sanchez was on the verge of quitting, he tells interviewers, as he lays out future plans after deciding to stay on
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, after considering resignation due to personal and political pressures, has decided to stay in office and seek reelection. He plans to implement a 'democratic regeneration plan' to combat misinformation and political attacks. Sanchez criticized the conservative Partido Popular (PP) for not accepting election results and highlighted the polarized political climate in Spain. He emphasized the need for truthful information and denounced the use of media to slander political opponents.
Right-wing PP party would comfortably hold onto Andalucia if an election were held today, new poll shows
The Andalusian branch of the conservative Partido Popular (PP-A) would retain power in the region if an election were held today, according to a Centra poll. The PP-A, led by Juanma Moreno, is predicted to win 46% of the vote, increasing its majority in the regional parliament. The PSOE-A's support has waned, with the poll showing a drop to 21% from 24% in the 2022 elections. Far-right Vox would remain the third-largest group with a slight increase in support. The survey was conducted with 3,632 residents between March 22 and April 9.
Thousands come out to call on Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez not to quit, but opposition party calls show of support ‘a failure’
Spain's Socialist Party is anxiously awaiting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's decision on whether he will resign following allegations against his wife, Begoña Gomez, for influence peddling and corruption. Thousands of supporters rallied in Madrid urging Sanchez to stay, while the opposition Partido Popular called the turnout a failure. The Socialist Party held a televised meeting to discuss Sanchez's future, with Deputy Prime Minister Maria Jesus Montero urging him to remain in his role. The opposition leader, Alberto Nuñez Feijoo, is prepared to take over if Sanchez resigns, but may face challenges securing enough votes in Congress.
Spain bends to pressure from EU and Nato and will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Spain has decided to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine following pressure from the European Union and Nato, aiming to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russian air attacks. The Spanish government, which has consistently supported Ukraine since Russia's invasion, will provide a limited number of these missiles, as well as additional military aid including Leopard tanks and Hawk missiles. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had requested more extensive military support, but Spain's Defense Ministry ruled out sending a battery stationed on the Turkish-Syrian border due to limited resources.
Madrid president Isabel Ayuso is in hot water after her partner admits to tax fraud and offers to pay €520,000 in fines
Businessman Alberto Gonzalez Amador, partner of Madrid regional premier Isabel Diaz Ayuso, admitted to committing tax fraud and agreed to an eight-month suspended jail sentence and a €520,000 fine. The revelations contradict Ayuso's claims of a political witch hunt led by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Despite the scandal, Ayuso's team continues to assert that the accusations are politically motivated. The case involves significant figures and institutions, including the Partido Popular, the Socialist Party, and the Tax Agency.
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