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Bringing Mallorca to life through art
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-18 02:05:02The people of Mallorca and their way of life are the central themes in Joan Aguiló’s work. His larger-than-life portraits appear on enormous building walls in various towns and villages across the island. German TV journalist Sibylle Tiessen chose the versatile artist as the subject of the 30th episode of her video series “The Mallorcans ' Remarkable People and Their Ideas”.
\"Mallorcan identity and everyday life on the island have always been subjects that interest me,\" Aguiló says. \"I am concerned with the way we live here, how we grow up, and what makes our community life special.\"
With his murals, Mallorcan artist Joan Aguiló gives facades a new lease of life and enhances the appearance of the community. Photos: Sibylle Tiessen / Nova Producciones
Before he began creating public art, Aguiló painted in a studio in Mallorca. During a stay in Berlin, he encountered urban art. \"There I saw that there were different ways of engaging with art, for example by collaborating with other artists on walls and buildings. I hadn’t experienced that before, and it opened up a whole new field of experimentation that excited me.\" Upon returning to Mallorca, Aguiló decided to develop in this direction while remaining true to his Mallorcan motifs.
Born and raised in Palma, Aguiló spent the summers of his youth in Can Picafort, a town in the north of the island to which he maintains a close connection through the Saladina Festival. Since 2016, Aguiló has invited partly international artists to the festival every year to paint building facades. \"We want to transform the place into a public art gallery for both locals and visitors, enhancing the atmosphere,\" he explains.
Life by the sea is a recurring theme in Aguiló’s work.
Another of the artist’s projects is “Anonymous Heroes”. For this series, Aguiló and his wife visit villages worldwide and interview residents about life in their neighbourhoods. The goal is to identify individuals who are particularly important to the community and to honour them with a portrait. Aguiló creates life-size wall murals of these people, while his wife adds text by a local author or from a region-specific saying. To date, “Anonymous Heroes” can be found in 13 communities around the world, including Germany, India, Italy, and Spain.
Using cranes and lifting ramps, Aguiló spends between one and three weeks working on each mural.
Joan Aguiló’s journey into art began in early childhood. His mother, a teacher of the subject, recalls how Joan would wake her early on weekends to craft and paint. She later enrolled him in an art course. \"I feel that I have always had this natural drive towards creativity, and I’ve simply followed it.\" As a young adult, Aguiló went to Barcelona to study Fine Arts, completing his studies in Mexico.
\"It’s true that I am now largely focused on wall murals and urban art, but I also enjoy exploring other things gradually, expanding my range as an artist.\" Most recently, he completed an installation in the library of Lloret de Vistalegre. Together with another artist, he built a tree from wooden slats, draped with fabric panels. It glows from within, with mats around its roots inviting people to lounge, read a book, or chat with friends.
As part of the “Anonymous Heroes” project, residents are interviewed to identify and portray the most important people in their community.
At the heart of all his projects is one principle: authenticity. \"Every artist should be aware of who they are, what they want to show, and how to express that artistically. The cultural life in Mallorca is spectacular in every respect. At the moment, there are an incredible number of artists, writers, musicians, painters, sculptors, and audio-visual professionals here, all working at the highest international level.\"
Cooperation with Tui
Support from the tourism industry: the video-project is sponsored by Europe's leading tourism group Tui and its Tui Care Foundation. The initiative was founded in 2016 with the aim of supporting sustainable projects in the destinations. The foundation focuses on the potential of the tourism sector as a driver of social development, education and prosperity. The Group promotes sustainable tourism in cooperation with local people.
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Spain and UK Finance News Round-Up, September 17
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 15:16:43€13.6bn plan for 2030
SPAIN has announced a €13.59 billion investment plan to expand its electricity grid by 2030, aiming to meet surging demand from industry, green hydrogen and data centres.
The plan, presented in Madrid on September 13, represents a sharp rise from the €8.2 billion allocated in 2021'2026. It comes as 83.4 per cent of distribution nodes are already saturated, according to the Ministry for the Ecological Transition (Renewables Now).
The package includes €3.6 billion for transmission, €7.7 billion for distribution, and €1.52 billion for EU interconnections. At least 10 per cent will fund system security such as voltage monitoring.
Third Vice President Sara Aagesen said the extra spending “does not entail increases in consumers’ bills” because costs will be shared among stakeholders (ESS News).
The grid will connect 27.7 GW of extra capacity, nearly 14 times higher than first forecast. This includes 13.1 GW for green hydrogen, 9 GW for industry, 3.8 GW for data centres, and 1.2 GW for ports.
Spain has also received requests for 150 GW of solar, 60 GW of wind and 100 GW of storage, far above current climate targets.
Energy Secretary Joan Groizard called the plan “a significant modernisation of our electrical system.”
Public consultation runs until October 6.
1,800 UK jobs
THE UK government confirmed over £1.25 billion of investment from US finance giants, creating 1,800 jobs across London, Edinburgh, Belfast and Manchester ahead of a US Presidential State Visit.
Bank of America will launch in Northern Ireland, bringing up to 1,000 jobs in Belfast. Citi is committing £1.1 billion across its UK operations, while BlackRock is expanding in Edinburgh, and S&P Global is investing over £4 million in Manchester to support 200 jobs. PayPal has pledged £150 million for product innovations.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle called the move proof the UK is “the world’s leading investment destination” (Gov.uk). Chancellor Rachel Reeves added, “These investments will create thousands of high-skilled jobs from Belfast to Edinburgh.”
Ministers hailed the wave of deals as a vote of confidence in Britain’s financial services, though some may question if the benefits will reach beyond the cities.
Stablecoin caps
The Bank of England is proposing limits on stablecoin ownership of £10,000'£20,000 for individuals and £10 million for businesses, far stricter than rules in the US or EU.
Critics warn the plan would damage UK competitiveness. Tom Duff Gordon of Coinbase said: “Imposing caps on stablecoins is bad for UK savers, bad for the City, and bad for sterling.” The BoE insists caps could be “transitional” as the market grows.
Urban Outfitters
URBAN OUTFITTERS is expanding in Spain with a new 1,000 m² flagship store in Valencia’s Town Hall Square, its fourth in Spain and first in the Valencian Community (FashionUnited).
The site, formerly the Valencia C.F. store, spans two floors in a prime tourist area set for redevelopment. The move highlights Valencia’s rising status as a fashion hub and comes as Urban Outfitters posts strong results, with $2.83 billon (€2.6bn) sales and $252 million (€232m) profit in H1 2025.
Space projects
THE UK Space Agency has awarded £1.5 million to six projects using satellite technology and AI to tackle climate change, decarbonise transport and improve accessibility (Gov.uk).
Winners include Ether Capital, developing a carbon risk dashboard for shipping, Furrer+Frey, creating satellite-powered rail electrification tools, and MakeSense Technology, mapping walking routes for visually impaired people.
Other projects from Howden, Rebalance Earth, and Foresight Group focus on biodiversity, reforestation and green finance. Ministers said the programme strengthens Britain’s role in sustainable innovation.
Padel tourism
TURESPAÑA showcased Spain’s padel tourism potential at the “Padel Insights” event on September 12 at Roland Garros, during the Alpine Paris Major Premier Padel tournament (FTN News).
Over 50 tourism and media professionals attended, with input from Turismo Andaluz and Turisme de Catalunya. Officials stressed padel’s role in reducing seasonality and attracting French visitors.
The FFT’s Gilles Moretton noted France now counts 150,000 padel players, up 20 per cent year-on-year, underlining the sport’s rapid growth.
XII Solar Forum
THE 12th Solar Forum, Spain’s leading photovoltaic event, will take place on October 15'16 at Madrid’s Marriott Auditorium Hotel (UNEF).
Organised by the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), the forum will feature 17 round tables and keynote speeches on the future of photovoltaics, self-consumption, storage, and reindustrialisation.
Confirmed speakers include Alberto Nadal, Deputy Secretary for the Economy of the Partido Popular, who will present the opposition’s energy model.
Last year, over 1,200 professionals from a dozen countries attended, consolidating the forum’s reputation as a key platform for Spain’s energy transition.
Digi and Rothschild
TELECOMS group Digi has begun preparations with Rothschild for the planned IPO of its Spanish subsidiary, valued at €2.5 billion (The Corner).
The Romanian operator, which already covers 12 million households in Spain, aims to expand to 20 million within three years. To fund this growth, Digi intends to float a minority stake on the stock market, with the IPO expected in 2026.
The company has grown rapidly in recent years, challenging established players in Spain’s telecoms sector with aggressive pricing and nationwide fibre expansion.
Instant payments
BBVA has expanded its instant payments service to include inbound cross-border transfers from outside the eurozone. The move allows financial institutions worldwide to send money to Spain within seconds, 24/7 and year-round, via Iberpay’s new One-Leg Out Instant Credit Transfer (OCT Inst) rail.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has paused efforts for a zero per cent US tariff on British steel, instead favouring a “permanent” 25 per cent rate. Officials argue this provides certainty and a competitive edge over countries facing 50 per cent tariffs.
Bally’s Interactive
PUSH GAMING has strengthened its Spanish market presence by launching its slot portfolio with Bally’s Interactive. Titles like ‘Jammin’ Jars’ and ‘Wild Swarm’ are now live, supporting the studio’s European growth strategy after Spain’s iGaming market hit €1.45 billion GGR in 2024.
€15 million raised
HIGHLIGHT THERAPEUTICS, a cancer treatment startup based in Valencia, has raised €15 million, led by Buenavista Equity Partners, to advance its immunotherapy targeting skin tumours. Currently in Phase 2b trials for basal cell carcinoma, the funding will accelerate clinical development.
National Express
NATIONAL EXPRESS has named Javier Martinez Prieto as managing director ahead of its 2026 integration with Spanish counterpart Alsa. With over 30 years’ experience at Alsa, Prieto will drive strategic growth as the two operators form a pan-European coach powerhouse.
€700m deal cancelled
SPAIN has cancelled a €700 million contract for Israeli-made rocket launchers, the second major arms deal with Israel scrapped in a month, in a move Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says is part of efforts to halt Israel’s offensive in Gaza.
According to Le Monde, the cancellation was formalised on Spain’s official public contracts platform on September 9, involving 12 SILAM rocket launcher systems based on the PULS platform by Israeli firm Elbit Systems. The deal, signed in October 2023, included co-production with Spanish firms Escribano and Expal, the latter now owned by German defence giant Rheinmetall.
Haaretz reported that Spain’s Ministry of Defence terminated the deal with Elbit Systems for SILAM rocket artillery, which would have included 12 mobile launch platforms, radar systems, drones, armoured support, and evacuation vehicles.
A separate contract worth €287 million for 168 anti-tank missile launchers, licensed from Israeli firm Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, has also been cancelled, according to Le Monde. This followed an earlier cancellation of a €237 million Spike missile contract.
Sánchez recently pledged to enshrine in law a ban on all arms trade with Israel, telling reporters his government would “consolidate in law” the suspension of military equipment sales and purchases. He also called for Israel’s exclusion from international sport.
Destination Britain
AT Destination Britain ' the Americas in Mexico, 53 UK suppliers met nearly 50 buyers from the US, Canada and Brazil (Travel Market Report).
Visit Britain CEO Patricia Yates said US visitors are crucial, forecasting 5.5m arrivals in 2025 spending £7.2bn, while stressing the need to expand tourism beyond London.
Sandwich tourism
RISING restaurant costs are fuelling “sandwich tourism” in Spain, with visitors in Barcelona, Madrid, and Mallorca increasingly buying supermarket food instead of dining out (Travel and Tour World).
Supermarkets like Mercadona and Carrefour now serve as go-to stops for affordable ready-to-eat snacks.
InoBat factory
SPAIN’S Ministry of Industry and Tourism has awarded Slovakian battery maker InoBat €54 million, plus a €456,000 loan, to build a gigafactory in Valladolid (Gob.es).
The project involves a €712 million investment, expected to create 260 direct jobs and 500 indirect roles. Production is due to reach 32 GWh by 2027, with full capacity planned by 2029 (Battery News).
Funding comes through the third round of PERTE VEC, which has so far channelled €2.5 billion to 300 companies, including PowerCo, Stellantis and Renault. The government says the programme underlines its commitment to green reindustrialisation and quality job creation.
Acquiring Claire’s
MODELLA CAPTIAL, the investor behind WH Smith’s high street buyout, is in pole position to purchase Claire’s UK chain after agreeing an outline deal with US owner Ames Watson. Claire’s, with 278 UK stores and 2,100 staff, collapsed into insolvency last month.
BARCELONA will ban ride-hailing apps like Uber, Cabify, and Bolt under a new Catalan transport law. Around 600 VTC licenses will be phased out, leaving taxis as the city’s primary service. The measure takes full effect by late 2026.
Statistic of the week
Foreign workers in Spain now account for 14 per cent of total jobholders registered in the social security system.
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Spain drops the mic: Historic Eurovision boycott if ‘Israel participates’
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 13:12:31Spain shows a lot of personality and might just shake up Eurovision like never before.
RTVE, the Spanish public broadcaster, dropped a bombshell on Tuesday, September 16: it will skip the next edition of the famed song contest if Israel participates.
The decision is historic, as Spain is the first of the “Big Five” (the top financial contributors to Eurovision, alongside the UK, France, Germany and Italy) to threaten a boycott.
What’s going on?
The decision made by RTVE is motivated by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. “The genocide unfolding does not allow us to look the other way,” said José Pablo López, president of the broadcaster.
He added that Eurovision, while an apolitical contest, is often used by governments for international image-building. So, basically, Spain wants to say that silence is not an option these days, and human rights must come first. To show they’re serious about this, RTVE has even threatened not to air the contest at all.
Spain is not alone in this move. Other countries, such as Slovenia, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Iceland, have also signalled they will withdraw from Eurovision if Israel participates.
Why Israel is controversial in Eurovision
Israel’s controversy is not just political. In fact, Israel’s Eurovision entries have sometimes sparked big debates.
In 2024, for instance, KAN, Israel’s public broadcaster, initially submitted a song referencing the Hamas attacks, but it was rejected for political content. In 2025, Israel’s televote performance came under scrutiny for reportedly using government-backed campaigns to influence votes. In short, Eurovision rules are supposed to keep politics out, but many people argue that Israel is often crossing the line.
Could Israel be kicked out?
Yes, but it’s complicated. Technically, there are two ways Israel might not participate. One is for Israel to withdraw, but the thing is the national broadcaster insists it won’t. The other is expulsion by Eurovision’s organiser (European Broadcasting Union). And here’s another but: EBU has always defended Israel’s participation.
Meanwhile, the EBU is gaining some time: it has extended the deadline for member broadcasters to confirm their participation until December.
Exclusions in Eurovision’s history
Exclusions are rare, but not unheard of. For example, Belarus was banned in 2021 for rule violations, and Russia was excluded in 2022 following its invasion of Ukraine.
These two decisions were made very quickly, after intense pressure from some national broadcasters.
A historic withdrawal?
Spain’s potential withdrawal would be a historic one. Alongside Germany, Italy, France, and the UK, Spain is part of the Big Five, and its representatives automatically qualify for the finals.
Another mark: Spain has competed in Eurovision since 1961 and has never ever skipped an edition. So a boycott would be a huge signal, plus a significant break in tradition.
Benidorm Fest is still going on
After this madness, fans now have a lot of questions. One is whether Spain will air the Benidorm Fest, the national contest used to select its Eurovision entries. The answer is yes, according to RTVE.
But above all, Spain’s decision makes a statement: Spain cares and is not prepared to turn a blind eye to what’s happening now in Gaza.
What do you think about this? Would Spain’s boycott be a courageous stand for human rights or a step too far for the world’s glitziest music contest? Leave your thoughts in the comments, we really want to know your opinion.
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250,000 to descend on Torremolinos for the Romeria & San Miguel festivities
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 12:06:32Torremolinos is a buzz and gearing up for its annual Romeria and Feria de San Miguel from September 25 to 29, a highlight of all Costa del Sol traditions.
The festivities are a lively mix of live music, dance, and street food. The streets will lift up with joy as locals and visitors enjoy wine, Iberian ham, and Andalusian performances. Approximately 250,000 people are expected to attend.
The celebrations begin with the Romeria de San Miguel on September 21, recognised as Andalusia’s most significant urban pilgrimage, where thousands will head on foot to the mountains to pick wild rosemary. Those thousands will journey to the San Miguel hermitage, travelling either by walking or riding ox- and horse-drawn carts, accompanied by the rhythms of flamenco and regional songs. Performances by Las Carlotas, Maria de la Colina, and Las Soles will enliven the event, with a traditional contest for the best-decorated carts and tractors.
The fair itself transforms the town centre by day and the fairground by night into centres of festivity. Plaza Andalucía will host family-friendly activities without music to accommodate those with sensory sensitivities, while the recreo festival at the bullring targets younger crowds with DJs and live acts like Ilsentho. The Municipal Auditorium will feature performances by Fernando Soto, Esperanza Soria, Ptazeta, and Los Secretos, along with flamenco shows.
Pre-fair events have already begun, and on Friday, 20, in the morning, the “Amigos de Clasicos” vintage car rally will take place through the town.
On September 29, the feast day of San Miguel Arcangel, a procession and discounted rides for children will bring the festivities to a close.
Madeleine McCann Suspect Brückner Released
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 11:45:04Christian Bruckner, the primary suspect in the 2007 disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann, has been released from a German prison after serving a seven-year sentence for an unrelated rape conviction. Brückner, 48, was convicted in 2019 for the 2005 rape of a 72-year-old American woman in Portugal’s Algarve region, the same area where McCann vanished.
Bruckner was freed from Sehnde prison near Hanover on September 17. Upon release, he was subject to strict conditions imposed by German authorities, including wearing an electronic ankle tag, surrendering his passport, and reporting his place of residence. These measures are designed to allow authorities to continue monitoring him while investigations into McCann’s disappearance remain ongoing. Bruckner’s lawyer has indicated an intention to appeal the supervision conditions.
Although Bruckner has consistently denied any involvement in the McCann case, German prosecutors continue to treat the investigation as a murder inquiry. He remains the prime suspect, though no formal charges have been filed in connection with Madeleine McCann’s disappearance. Investigators have linked him circumstantially to the case through mobile phone data, witness testimonies, and his criminal history, which includes convictions for child abuse, drug trafficking, and burglary. Recent joint investigations by police forces in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Portugal have sought to uncover further evidence. These efforts included a four-day search in Praia da Luz, Portugal, but so far have not yielded conclusive links between Bruckner and the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. Authorities continue to pursue leads, emphasising that the case remains open and unresolved.
Madeleine McCann, then three years old, was last seen in May 2007 while on holiday with her family in Praia da Luz. Despite extensive international searches and media campaigns, her whereabouts remain unknown. Her parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, continue to campaign for answers and justice, appealing to the public and authorities for information that could solve the case. Bruckner is also due to appear in court in Oldenburg in October 2025 on unrelated charges of insulting prison staff. His lawyer has stated that if sufficient evidence existed regarding McCann’s disappearance, charges would have been filed by now. Nevertheless, German authorities maintain that he remains their principal suspect and that the investigation into the case is ongoing. The McCann case has drawn worldwide attention over the past 18 years and remains one of the most high-profile missing persons cases in modern history. It has involved multiple police forces, numerous searches, and international media coverage. The continued scrutiny of Bruckner’s activities reflects both the seriousness of the allegations and the complex nature of the investigation, which spans multiple countries and jurisdictions. Authorities in the UK, Germany, and Portugal continue to cooperate closely, sharing evidence and intelligence in the hope of finally resolving the case. Bruckner’s release has reignited media interest and public attention, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Madeleine McCann’s disappearance and the international efforts to bring clarity to the case.
Is Norway sanctimoniously “Greenwashing” with 100% EV policy?
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 16:26:40Norway, the world’s posterboy for environmental sustainability, is struggling with a paradox that has drawn razor-sharp criticism: its strict eco-friendly policies, such as near-100 per cent electric vehicle (EV) adoption, are funded by its massive oil and gas exports, which, critics argue is “Greenwashing” and render its climate goals a sanctimonious PR stunt.
As the country leads in green innovation, its fossil fuel expansion, which produced 2 million barrels of crude daily in 2023, has raised questions over a perceived hypocrisy from environmentalists, analysts, and international media.
Norway’s extensive wealth, with a GDP per capita of $86,000 and a $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, comes largely from its North Sea oil and gas fields, which make it Europe’s biggest fossil fuel producer. The revenue from these funds generate EV subsidies, a 98 per cent renewable electricity grid (mostly hydropower), and policies which target zero-emission new car sales before 2026.
Domestic petrol and diesel consumption dropped 12 per cent from 2021 to 2024, as EVs dominate nearly 100 per cent of new car sales, according to Statistics Norway. Yet, Norway’s oil exports, constituting 50 per cent of its trade, contribute 2.3 per cent of global oil and 3 per cent of gas, adding to worldwide emissions.
Norway slammed for greenwashing global image
Greenpeace have led the charge, suing the government over new Arctic fields like Breidablikk, and argue they violate Paris Agreement commitments. A 2024 Oil Change International report, “On Thin Ice”, slams Norway for approving 19 new fields, potentially adding emissions equivalent to 19 coal plants. The Guardian has labelled Norway a “climate villain”, saying its per capita oil extraction surpasses Saudi Arabia’s, with 80 new licences planned for 2025. Academics in Climate Policy and the Green European Journal call this a “smoke and mirrors” act.
Many decry Norway’s “greenwashing” and highlight that it is lobbying for carbon capture over phase-outs. Meanwhile, global trends reveal the irony: as Norway pushes EVs, China’s electrification has slashed oil demand by 600,000 barrels daily in 2025, according to CNPC, which indicates a fossil fuel decline Norway profits from but doesn’t curb.
Norway’s defenders claim that low production emissions and natural resource decline by 2050 justify its position. Yet, as emerging economies like India and Vietnam electrify rapidly, critics demand Norway puts its money where its mouth is and bring its exports in line with its green rhetoric or risk tarnishing its climate leadership.
Abascal’s “Hang Sanchez” deemed legal
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 12:28:46The Spanish Supreme Court has dismissed a complaint filed by the PSOE against Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, over comments he made in December 2023 in which he said that “the people will want to hang Pedro Sánchez by his feet.” The complaint accused Abascal of hate speech, insults, and threats against the Prime Minister.
The PSOE argued that the statement, made during an interview with an Argentine newspaper, constituted an incitement to violence and posed a threat to Spain’s democratic institutions. Abascal also referred to Sánchez as a “coup plotter” for his agreement with Catalan parties ERC and Junts during his investiture process. The Socialist Party described these comments as a “serious breach of coexistence and the constitutional order” and claimed they could provoke social unrest. However, the Supreme Court’s Criminal Chamber ruled that, although Abascal’s words were “unacceptable in discursive and expressive terms,” they did not constitute a criminal offence. The court emphasised that not all statements that may be considered offensive or inappropriate fall within the remit of criminal law. It highlighted the need to protect the freedom of expression of public representatives, even when their language is provocative or highly critical of the government and its leaders.
The court further noted that Abascal’s conduct had not generated a “significant risk of seriously affecting the foundations of peaceful coexistence or the status of citizenship,” a requirement for restricting freedom of speech in criminal law. Inadmitting the complaint, the Supreme Court effectively reinforced the legal protection afforded to political speech in Spain.
The ruling has sparked reactions across the political spectrum. Vox defended the decision, arguing that attempts to criminalise the statement were an effort to silence opposition voices. Conversely, the PSOE expressed disappointment, insisting that Abascal’s rhetoric crossed the line of acceptable political debate and could be seen as an incitement to violence against elected officials. This case highlights ongoing tensions in Spain regarding the limits of freedom of expression in politics. While the Supreme Court’s decision affirms the right of politicians to speak freely, even in controversial terms, it also raises questions about where the boundaries lie when statements could be perceived as threatening or inflammatory.
The Supreme Court ruling provides clarity for future cases, reinforcing that political discourse, however provocative, generally enjoys a high level of protection under Spanish law, as long as it does not present a tangible risk of violence or public disorder.
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Headless Diver Buried
PUBLISHED: 2025-09-17 06:27:07The body of a headless diver that appeared on the 5th of March on a beach in Fuengirola has finally been buried without the authorities being able to identify the corpse.
The badly decomposed body was reported at 20.41h after being found on the beach in front of the Paseo Marítimo Rey de España and an investigation into the identity and cause of death was begun by the Policía Nacional.
The cause was quite clearly the loss of his head, perhaps, but an autopsy on the body was necessary, regardlessly as he might have already been dead when he lost it.
The police looked into every hypothesis, from his being an amateur diver involved in an accident to a failed immigrant crossing and even a diver employed by drug runners to recover submerged drugs packages. Furthermore, nobody reported anybody missing whilst out diving.
So, after six months’ of fruitless enquiries, his body was laid to rest with burial costs covered by the State.
We originally reported the incident in an article on the 7th of March.
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