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Dominik Krause has been elected Munich's first openly gay Lord Mayor, ending over 70 years of SPD rule. Full results, biography and what comes next.

March 28, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Green Party candidate wins 22 March run-off with 56.4% of the vote, ending decades of SPD dominance in Bavaria's capital The Election Result On Sunday, 22 March 2026, Green Party candidate Dominik Krause won the run-off mayoral election in Munich, defeating incumbent Dieter Reiter of the SPD. Krause secured 56.4% of the vote against Reiter's 43.6%, with turnout standing at 44.5% of eligible voters, according to the City of Munich's official results. The result came after a first round on 8 March in which no candidate crossed the 50% threshold required for an outright win. In that first...

Trump's Tariff Plan Unveiled in a Game Show Style, No Winners in Sight

April 3, 2025 • 06:04 PM

In an unusually chilly day at the Rose Garden of the White House, Donald Trump revealed his proposed tariffs on various countries including China, the European Union, and the United Kingdom using a large display board resembling a game show set.While he positioned himself as the clear victor in this spectacle, declaring a 'day of liberation,' the reality painted a different picture. The event seemed more about reliving past grievances regarding trade than about actual improvements for American workers.Trump criticized decades of trade policies that he claims have harmed the United States,...

Yolanda Díaz Urges Immediate Action on Social Shield Decree

January 27, 2025 • 12:00 AM

Yolanda Díaz, the Second Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Labor, has called on the government to present the comprehensive social shield decree to the Council of Ministers without delay. The decree was recently rejected in Congress by the opposition parties, PP and Junts, and included critical provisions such as pension revaluation, public transport subsidies, and protections against eviction for vulnerable families. Díaz emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that more than 12 million people are anxiously awaiting the reinstatement of pension increases and other vital...

Pete Hegseth Secured as Secretary of Defense After Tiebreaker Vote by Vice President Vance

January 25, 2025 • 12:00 AM

In a narrow victory, Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the Secretary of Defense of the United States following a contentious Senate vote. The confirmation came after a tied vote of 50-50, requiring Vice President J.D. Vance to cast the deciding ballot. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military veteran, faced significant scrutiny during the confirmation process, with allegations ranging from sexual misconduct to financial improprieties. This vote represents a critical moment for President Donald Trump as it marks the first major test of his administration's cabinet selections. The tie...

Errejón's Defense Claims Continued Communication with Mouliaá Post-Allegations

January 24, 2025 • 12:00 AM

New developments have emerged in the case against Íñigo Errejón, who faces accusations of sexual assault from actress Elisa Mouliaá. According to Errejón's defense team, they have submitted a notarized document and a technical report that purport to prove ongoing conversations between the accused and the accuser via Instagram even after the alleged incidents, which Mouliaá has subsequently deleted. The legal representation of Mouliaá has requested the judge to obtain Sumar's internal investigation into the former deputy, as well as testimonies from those involved in that inquiry, as...

Judge Postpones Hearing of Ayuso's Partner for the Fourth Time Due to Work Commitment

January 24, 2025 • 12:00 AM

The ongoing legal proceedings involving Alberto González Amador, the partner of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the President of the Community of Madrid, have hit another snag as Judge Inmaculada Iglesias has postponed his scheduled testimony set for February 7, due to a prior work commitment.According to a ruling made by the judge, which was accessed by Europa Press, the decision to delay the hearing was made following a request from Amador's legal team. They argued that he had a scheduling conflict with another court appearance on the same day in the Court of First Instance Number 46, coupled with a...

Three Arrested in Algeciras Attempting to Smuggle Stolen Computer to Morocco

January 23, 2025 • 12:00 AM

Authorities in Spain have apprehended three individuals at the Algeciras port while they were preparing to board a ferry to Tangier. The suspects, two women aged 20 and 66 of Moroccan nationality and a 42-year-old Spanish man from Ceuta, were found in possession of a laptop that had been reported stolen from Guadalupe Sánchez, an attorney representing Alberto González Amador, the partner of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the President of the Community of Madrid.The Guardia Civil also recovered a tablet belonging to Sánchez's son among the stolen items. The theft was reported on January 10 after...

Milei Critiques Sánchez at Davos for Silencing Dissenting Voices

January 23, 2025 • 12:00 AM

The Argentine president, Javier Milei, delivered a provocative speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, aiming to energize the cultural movement associated with far-right political factions. His address focused on vehemently opposing what he termed the 'woke ideology,' which he associated with leftist movements that address social injustices affecting marginalized groups. Milei called for decisive actions to eradicate this ideology, which he characterized as a malign influence pervasive in contemporary governance. During his speech, Milei expressed solidarity with various global leaders he...

Elon Musk's Controversial Gesture: An Examination of Public Perception and Media Manipulation

January 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM

In recent events, Elon Musk was observed making a hand gesture during a public appearance that has sparked significant debate and controversy. Various social media users, particularly from far-right circles, quickly labeled the action as a 'Roman salute,' a term often used to denote the Nazi salute. This has led to a flurry of discussions online, with some users expressing disbelief at what they perceived to be a blatant display of fascism. In the aftermath of the incident, many commentators pointed out that Musk's gesture was likely an awkward wave rather than a deliberate salute. Observers...

State Attorney General Accuses Supreme Court Judge of Ignoring Exculpatory Evidence

January 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM

The State Attorney General's Office has leveled accusations against a Supreme Court judge involved in the investigation of the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz. The office claims that the judge has disregarded evidence that could clear the accused parties and has based some of the allegations on mere opinions lacking probative support. Legal representatives for the Administration have submitted a reform appeal, which was accessed by Europa Press, challenging the judge's decision to summon the Attorney General, the provincial chief prosecutor of Madrid, Pilar Rodríguez, and the...

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office Dismisses Allegations Against Begoña Gómez

January 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM

The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has closed the case regarding allegations of overseas accounts linked to Begoña Gómez. The claims were made by Víctor de Aldama, who has been associated with the 'Koldo case'. In a recent interview, Aldama asserted that there exists a complaint in the Prosecutor's Office that includes a list of individuals, including Gómez, purportedly holding foreign accounts totaling over 6 million dollars. Despite the serious nature of these allegations, sources within the Prosecutor's Office have indicated that the complaint was dismissed due to a lack of...

Junts and PP Block Pension Increases and Transport Aid Proposal

January 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM

In a significant political development, the independentist party Junts has announced its decision to vote against several decrees proposed by the government of Pedro Sánchez. This move highlights the growing rift between Junts and the PSOE, indicating that the current government lacks a parliamentary majority. Among the decrees under threat is one that includes an increase in pensions and public transport subsidies, which, if rejected, would automatically become void. The spokesperson for Junts, Míriam Nogueras, stated that a recent meeting in Brussels between the PSOE leadership and Carles...

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