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Spanish Cinema Shines at MajorDocs: ‘Objeto de estudio’ Claims Jury’s Top Prize, ‘The Undergrowth’ Earns Special Nod

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Mallorca, Spain — Amid the scenic allure of Mallorca, the sixth MajorDocs – Mallorca Documentary Film Festival concluded with Raúl Alaejos nabbing the prestigious Jury Award for his thought-provoking film “Objeto de estudio.” The festival, which ran from October 1-5, highlighted innovative cinematic narratives that explore delicate interactions between filmmakers and their subjects. “Objeto de estudio” emerges as a standout, not only clinching a €1,500 prize but also earning accolades for its unique approach to storytelling. The jury, comprising artist Marta Azparren, filmmaker Macià Florit, and Christine Camdessus, the artistic director of FIPADOC, praised the … Read more

Judge Rejects Rocha’s Bid to Contest for Spanish Football Federation Presidency

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Madrid, Spain – A Spanish judge has ruled that former referee Luis Rubiales cannot run for re-election as the head of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), delivering a significant blow to his campaign. The decision was influenced by an ongoing investigation involving Rubiales, who had been seeking to lead the federation for another term. Rubiales, who previously served as a prominent referee before transitioning to administrative roles within football, faces allegations of administrative misconduct. These charges, which surfaced earlier this year, prompted legal scrutiny and widespread media attention, casting a shadow over his tenure … Read more

Spanish Court Seeks Clarity on How Catalan Leader Puigdemont Eluded Arrest

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Madrid, Spain — A Spanish judge has called for a detailed explanation concerning the circumstances that allowed Carles Puigdemont, the former leader of Catalonia, to evade capture by Spanish authorities following his flight from Spain. Puigdemont, a fervent separatist, fled to Belgium in 2017 following a failed bid for Catalonia’s independence, which led to charges including rebellion and misuse of public funds against him in Spain. The judge’s demand highlights ongoing tensions between Spanish authorities and the separatist movement in Catalonia, which has seen waves of unrest over the years. Puigdemont’s escape has particularly stood … Read more

Spanish Court Orders Temporary Block of Popular Messaging Service Telegram Amidst Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

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Madrid, Spain – A court in Madrid has ordered the temporary blocking of the popular messaging service Telegram in Spain, following a lawsuit filed by multiple companies alleging copyright infringement. The move has sparked criticism from consumer advocates in the country, who argue that the measure is disproportionate given the large number of Telegram users in Spain. The lawsuit, brought by various media companies, claimed that Telegram was being used to illegally distribute copyrighted content. In response, the court deemed it necessary to temporarily block the entire Telegram service in an attempt to address the … Read more