A widespread general strike in Spain is paralyzing parts of the country. In Madrid, 120,000 people have gathered, while demonstrators and police are reported to have clashed in Barcelona.
World politicsSpanish police have cleared a protest camp in central Madrid, El País reports. The site had been occupied for just over a month in protest against the government's housing policy.
WorldSixty-six of the 69 victims of last week’s train crash in Spain have been identified. Most of them were Spanish citizens.
WorldIncreasingly desperate relatives are complaining about the lack of information from authorities after Wednesday’s serious train accident in Spain. More than 60 people have been reported missing, and 69 people have been confirmed dead.
WorldMore than 60 people died in Wednesday’s collision between two high-speed trains in Spain. Spain expert Thomas Gustafsson believes the fatal accident could be used to score political points in the upcoming parliamentary election. “It’s clear that the opposition will try to blame the government,” he tells TT.
World politicsEmployees at Spain’s state-owned train operator Renfe are expected to strike on Thursday, demanding improved safety.
WorldThree days of national mourning have been declared after the catastrophic train accident in central Spain. At least 68 people died in the collision between two high-speed trains. “All of Spain is mourning,” says Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
WorldThe new Swedish Netflix series “Bytet” is a thriller with unexpected twists and dark secrets. “It’s an intense chamber drama,” says Jakob Oftebro, who plays one of the lead roles.
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