Spain's flood disaster was its worst in recent history. Here's what went wrong.
Mixed messages and confusion cost lives, experts say.
Sun Nov 10 2024
Malaysia interested in collaborating with Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Gobind Singh says Barcelona Supercomputing Center is well-known for its supercomputer research group for academia and industry.
Thu Nov 07 2024
At least 89 people missing from floods in eastern Spain
More than 200 people were confirmed to have died after heavy rains caused waterways to overflow, creating flash floods.
Wed Nov 06 2024
More troops reinforce rescue efforts in flood-hit Spain as public anger mounts
Public anger is mounting over the disaster that has killed at least 217 people with dozens of others still unaccounted for.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb
Residents protest during a visit by Spanish King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and PM Pedro Sanchez, with some throwing mud at them.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Death toll in Spain's floods rises to 158, among Europe's worst storm disasters
The tragedy is Spain's worst flood-related disaster in modern history, and meteorologists say.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Spanish floods kill 95 as year of rain falls in a day in Valencia
Meteorologists said a year's worth of rain had fallen in eight hours in parts of Valencia, causing pile-ups on highways.
Thu Oct 31 2024
Pope Francis, pressed by Belgium on sexual abuse, says Church acting 'decisively'
Pope Francis was pressed firmly by Belgium's king and premier on Friday for more concrete action to address sexual abuse by Catholic clergy.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Spain's Maria Branyas, world’s oldest person, dies aged 117
Born March 4, 1907, Maria Branyas had been known throughout Spain as Super-Grandma.
Wed Aug 21 2024
Dominant Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz now has four Grand Slam trophies with a perfect record in major finals.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Spain strike late to beat England 2-1 and win Euro 2024
Spain won a record-breaking fourth European Championship, defeating England following a drama-filled second half in the Euro 2024 final.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Spain requests to intervene in South Africa's Gaza genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Spain wants to support ICJ in its implementation of measures including an order to Israel to cease its military operation in Rafah.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Spain tightens protections for children on smartphones
The government will also criminalise the creation of "deepfake" AI-generated images involving sexual content.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Spain, Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian statehood
Three nations hope the decision will accelerate the peace process in Gaza.
Tue May 28 2024
Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state
Before the announcement, some 143 out of 193 member-states of the United Nations recognised a Palestinian state.
Wed May 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024