2024-04-26 ECONOMY
The Valencian technology company Nunsys snatches a 60 million contract for Defense from Telefónica and Indra
In a surprising twist, the Valencian technology company Nunsys has been awarded a contract worth nearly 60 million euros by the Ministry of Defense to renew the communications infrastructure of the Armed Forces. This contract surpasses the bids of industry giants T ...
2024-04-26 ECONOMY
Repsol earns 13% less due to the drop in gas prices, but maintains its profit above pre-covid levels
The decline in gas prices has impacted Repsol's first-quarter performance. The company, led by Josu Jon Imaz, reported a net result of 969 million between January and March, a decrease of almost 13% compared to the same period last year. However, the figure remains ...
2024-04-26 INTERNATIONAL
A baby dies of asphyxiation after his mother breastfed him in Mexico
In a tragic incident in Ticul, Yucatán (Mexico), a newborn baby tragically passed away just hours after being breastfed by her mother. This heartbreaking incident took place in the San Joaquín neighborhood, where the mother and daughter resided with other family members. As per ...
2024-04-26 INTERNATIONAL
Fragments of bird flu discovered in pasteurized milk distributed to all supermarkets in the United States
The US food regulatory body announced on Tuesday that tests conducted on pasteurized milk samples from supermarkets across the country have come back positive for fragments of the avian flu virus. Reports suggest that this virus has been affecting dairy cows in the US for severa ...
2024-04-26 INTERNATIONAL
Trump's immunity falters in the Supreme Court, but the Republican buys time
Former US President Donald Trump's attempt to secure absolute judicial immunity did not convince the Supreme Court judges on Thursday. While it may have temporarily delayed his trial for the assault on the Capitol, it did not gain him the desired protection. The nine judges, inc ...
2024-04-26 INTERNATIONAL
Israel discusses the expected invasion of Rafah while the war does not let up
The Israeli Defense Cabinet held a confidential meeting on Thursday to discuss plans for an upcoming ground invasion of Rafah in the Gaza Strip. The meeting took place amidst a wave of violence that has resulted in 43 new deaths in the region, bringing the total number of fatali ...
2024-04-26 INTERNATIONAL
UNRWA resurfaces after criticism and recovers a good part of its funding after its links with terrorists have not been proven
Just two months ago the continuity of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Middle East (UNRWA) hung by a thread. A report from Israel that claimed that several workers had participated in the Hamas attack and belonged to terrorist organizations caused 16 countries to s ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
The Government is open to non-professional caregivers being able to advance their retirement
The Government is taking steps to provide non-professional caregivers with the opportunity to retire early, similar to other professions that have particularly challenging working conditions. Minister of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration, Elma Saiz, confirmed this during ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
Díaz mobilizes the Labor Inspection to detect "abuses" in dismissals for not passing the trial period
Yolanda Díaz will take decisive action to uncover instances of fraud related to the use of trial periods in employment contracts. Specifically, the Labor Inspection, under the leadership of Minister Díaz, will closely examine contracts that are terminated due to failure to pass ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
Rental supply falls 23% since the pandemic while demand skyrockets 200%: 50 people are interested in each apartment
The mismatch between supply and demand has unleashed the perfect storm in the rental market. The number of apartments available for rent has been reduced by 23% in Spain compared to before the pandemic. In parallel, since 2019, demand has grown more than 200%: in the first ten ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
The eurozone begins to wake up: activity grew in April at its highest rate in almost a year
The eurozone is beginning to emerge from an extended period of stagnation, with recent indicators showing a slight uptick in activity. The April Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), a key measure of economic dynamism, reached its highest level in eleven months, indicating a modest ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
De Guindos anticipates that interest rates will fall in June: "It is a fait accompli"
The European Central Bank (ECB) is making significant strides towards lowering interest rates, signaling a shift in monetary policy after a two-year period of increases. Vice President Luis de Guindos, a former Minister of Economy in Spain, recently stated in an interview with L ...
2024-04-25 INTERNATIONAL
Survivors of an Israeli attack on a humanitarian flotilla embark again: "It is a dangerous mission but we are prepared"
a previous incident. She emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and united in the face of aggression. Arraf advises the activists to document the attack through photos and videos, capturing any acts of violence or misconduct by the Israeli forces. She stresses the significance of sharing this e ...
2024-04-25 INTERNATIONAL
Papa Wu, the monk who has rescued 600 pregnant (and abandoned) women in China
Before embarking on a life of monasticism, prior to his decision to become a guardian angel for pregnant women without resources and abandoned by their partners, and before he transformed his house into an orphanage, Wu Bing (49 years old) was a successful business ...
2024-04-25 INTERNATIONAL
Half a century since the Carnation Revolution: from illusion to disenchantment
It was an unprecedented moment in history that left the world in awe. The Portuguese army, led by a small group of captains who had kept their plans a secret, took to the streets and overthrew the long-standing dictatorship in just a few days. This remarkable event ...
2024-04-25 INTERNATIONAL
Germany and the United Kingdom will jointly develop a guided howitzer for future land military operations
The news is buzzing with the upcoming visit of the British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak. On Tuesday, he made headlines by choosing Poland as the venue to confirm a multimillion-dollar aid package for Ukraine, which had been announced by his office earlier. And now, ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
The Arrufats are looking for a financial partner to grow Proeduca, the digital education empire that was born with UNIR
the formal negotiations have not yet begun. Miguel Arrufat, the CEO of Proeduca Altus, stated that they are looking for financial partners who can provide strategic and financial support to expand their business globally. With the growing demand for digital education, Proeduca Altus aims to capitali ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
U8, from car to luxury 'cruise'
You may be familiar with BYD, the pioneering electric car manufacturer that has been in Spain for a year now, offering six models in its lineup. But that's not where the story ends. Above BYD, there is the premium brand Denza. And even further up the ladder, there ...
2024-04-25 ECONOMY
Isotrol, the Sevillian company that cares about understanding the electricity market so that others don't have to do it
If Isotrol were an electricity company, it would manage a power equivalent to the production of 142 reactors like that of the Almaraz I nuclear power plant. However, Isotrol distinguishes itself from other electricity companies as it doesn't directly produce electr ...
2024-04-25 INTERNATIONAL
Biden jokes that Trump put bleach in his hair to fight covid-19
During a campaign event in Washington, President Joe Biden humorously commented on his opponent and predecessor, Donald Trump, suggesting that Trump must have put the bleach he recommended for injecting to combat covid-19 in his hair instead. Biden made the remark while addressi ...
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