Minister denies Spanish justice system is in crisis 09/05/2008
Justice Minister says failure to execute 270,000 sentences is not indicative of a crisis, but announces series of measures to combat backlog of sentences.
31 policemen detained as suspects in extortion case 09/05/2008
The policemen are suspected of having extorted businesses and commercial establishments in Coslada, a northeast Madrid suburb.... read more
Spain to extend holding time for illegal immigrants 09/05/2008
The interior ministry is considering extending holding time but does not expect it to reach the six-month limit proposed by EU.... read more
Alleged killer of Mari Luz says he drops her body into sewer 09/05/2008
Del Valle says he was scared after the girl fell down the stairs and hit her head.... read more
Wreck of French liner which sank in 1942 found 09/05/2008
A team of divers have found the wreck of a French liner that killed 300 people when it sank off Menorca, Spain, in 1942.... read more
Paedophile suspect arrested after 2-day global hunt 09/05/2008
A 59-year-old man has been arrested in New Jersey on Thursday; two days after Interpol launched a global manhunt.... read more
Couple’s smuggled booty reveals pot of gold 08/05/2008
The 700 pre-Columbian artifacts smuggled by a couple consist of ancient treasures from Peru's Chancay, Moche and Chavin cultures.... read more
Fewer convicts die of AIDS 08/05/2008
In the last eight years, fewer prisoners have died of AIDS although the death toll of prisoners remains high.... read more
Spain stays silent as EU immigration debate drags on 08/05/2008
Lawmakers from across the 27-nation bloc continue to debate over common measures to expel migrants that could come at the expense of human rights.... read more
Students get outdoor ‘lesson’ in Madrid. 08/05/2008
Students and teachers took to the streets on Wednesday to protest against regional education policy.... read more
No show for Córdoba's famous Mezquita 08/05/2008
Bishop slams city hall’s plans to project images of Arab knights in sound-and-light show at the cathedral.... read more
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- Rajoy admits PP is having difficult moment: The PP leader urges party supporters to remain calm and trust that leadership will be rebuilt, but evades comments on new appointments....
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- Pakistan says Spain has solid evidence against its nationals: The nine Pakistani nationals were arrested for planning a terrorist attack in Spain and other European countries....
- Excessive TV commercials land Spain in hot water: The European Commission is warning Spain to cut down on amount of TV advertising on Spanish screens or face being taken to court....
- Police find 700 historical artifacts in couple’s home: The couple has been arrested on charges of illicitly acquiring the historical artifacts from South America....
- About 270,000 sentences issued not put into effect: New report shows massive backlogs that reveal the dire state understaffed and unfunded justice system....
- Spanish intelligence services help in rescuing Somali hostages: Government source confirms the agency’s involvement in dealing with the release of the kidnapped fishing crew....
- Reform of driving offences off course: Drunk and reckless drivers sentenced to community services are finding out that there are no community service jobs available....
- Popular Party's number two announces exit: The stepping down of secretary general Acebes is the second high-profile departure in a less than a week....
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