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Spain's "Watergate": How the Leire Díez Case Is Threatening Pedro Sánchez

Spain's "Watergate": How the Leire Díez Case Is Threatening Pedro Sánchez

A former PSOE activist nicknamed "the plumber" is accused of running a shadow operation to sway court cases involving the party. With "El One" appearing throughout her messages, the opposition is circling

Andalusia Votes Right: What the Regional Election Results Mean for Spain's 2027 General Election

Andalusia Votes Right: What the Regional Election Results Mean for Spain's 2027 General Election

The People's Party won 41.6% but fell short of a majority, handing Vox the decisive role in forming a government. Healthcare and housing dominated the campaign — and both issues will be central in 2027

Why Is Spain So Corrupt? A Brief History and Eight Reasons the Problem Won't Go Away

Why Is Spain So Corrupt? A Brief History and Eight Reasons the Problem Won't Go Away

With parliamentary elections approaching, corruption has become Spain's hottest political weapon. But the phenomenon is neither new nor simple — it stretches back centuries and involves structural, cultural, and psychological factors that no government has yet managed to fix.

The Cross and the Smartphone: The Paradoxes of Spanish Faith in the 21st Century

The Cross and the Smartphone: The Paradoxes of Spanish Faith in the 21st Century

As Spain secularises at record speed, a new "cool Catholicism" led by influencers and pop stars like Rosalía is reinventing ancient traditions for the Gen Z era

How Spain Learned to Stop Worrying and Accepted NATO

How Spain Learned to Stop Worrying and Accepted NATO

We explain how Spain’s entry into the alliance was far from straightforward — and what the country’s armed forces look like today

Trump vs Spain: The Transatlantic Feud Just Blew Up

Trump vs Spain: The Transatlantic Feud Just Blew Up

La Cotorra breaks down the causes of the conflict and its possible consequences

Beyond flamenco: how Andalusia found its voice

Beyond flamenco: how Andalusia found its voice

The fight for autonomy, a rich culture and a distinctive accent — here’s what to know ahead of the region’s biggest holiday

Spanish government introduces 200€ benefit for each child

Spanish government introduces 200€ benefit for each child

The measure will be implemented by 2030

What do experts think about the ban of social networks for children?

What do experts think about the ban of social networks for children?

La Cotorra collected all opinions for you

Pedro Sanchez defends migrants in a column for New York Times

Pedro Sanchez defends migrants in a column for New York Times

He explained why a law on legalisation of migrants is essential for Spain

20minutos asked parents about ban of social media for children

20minutos asked parents about ban of social media for children

A journalist from the publication conducted a street survey.

Spain to prohibit children under 16 to use social networks

Spain to prohibit children under 16 to use social networks

The authorities will also monitor radical content

Too many tourists: when a boom becomes a burden

Too many tourists: when a boom becomes a burden

La Cotorra examines the role tourism plays in Spain, its advantages and disadvantages, and what can be done to strike a balance between the interests of travellers and local residents.

The Scorching Summer of 2025: What It Was, What It Will Lead To, and What to Expect in 2026

The Scorching Summer of 2025: What It Was, What It Will Lead To, and What to Expect in 2026

Spain has endured record heat. And it looks as if things may become even more difficult. Is the country ready for the consequences of global climate change?

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