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Live Updates: Trump Assassination Attempt at Correspondents' Dinner — Attacker Motivated by Hatred of Christians
esÚltima hora del intento de atentado contra Trump, en directo | Trump afirma que el autor del tiroteo en Washington actuó movido por el “odio” a los cristianos
4/26/2026, 6:10:20 PM
Live coverage of the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner: investigators believe the gunman, Cole Allen, was targeting Trump administration members and possibly Trump himself; Trump claimed the attacker was motivated by hatred of Christians.
DANA Flood Victims, Cancer Patients and Care Home Residents Denounce Institutional Abandonment
esVíctimas de la dana, del cribado de mama de Sevilla y de residencias de Madrid se unen en una concentración en València
4/26/2026, 6:01:55 PM
Victims of the DANA flooding disaster have joined breast cancer screening patients from Seville and Madrid care home residents in denouncing institutional mistreatment. A victims' association spokesperson highlighted the shared experience of pain and perceived abandonment by authorities.
Gauff Battles Stomach Virus to Advance at Madrid Open
esGauff resiste al virus estomacal que causa estragos en la Caja Mágica y avanza a octavos: “Tras vomitar, me sentía con náuseas y cansada”
4/26/2026, 5:36:31 PM
Coco Gauff, world number three and defending Madrid finalist, defeated Cirstea (4-6, 7-5, 6-1) despite suffering from a stomach bug that has also sidelined Cilic, Swiatek, Keys, and other players at the Mutua Madrid Open.
Video Analysis: The Polarization That Starts with Politicians and Ends with Citizens
esVideoanálisis | La polarización que empieza en los políticos y acaba en los ciudadanos
4/26/2026, 5:27:10 PM
An analysis of deepening political polarization in the United States, where the author — a correspondent with over twenty years in the country — describes a level of ideological segregation never before seen, with people now relocating between states for political reasons.
Who Is Cole Allen, the Californian Teacher Arrested for Shooting at the Correspondents' Dinner with Trump
esQuién es Cole Allen, el profesor californiano detenido por disparar en la cena de corresponsales de la Casa Blanca con Trump
4/26/2026, 5:01:03 PM
A profile of Cole Allen, a Californian teacher arrested after firing inside the Washington Hilton where Trump was attending the Correspondents' Dinner, carrying a hunting shotgun, a pistol, and knives — a man with no prior criminal record who had traveled cross-country to carry out the attack.
Álex Márquez Reminds Everyone He's the Runner-Up: 'Sport Has a Short Memory'
esÁlex Márquez recuerda quién es el subcampeón: “El deporte es así, tiene poca memoria”
4/26/2026, 4:31:34 PM
Álex Márquez reflects on his Spanish Grand Prix victory and a transformed mindset that followed a discouraging start to the season. He appears to have found a key in the magic of the Jerez circuit, where Ducati Gresini has now excelled.
Attacker Wrote Manifesto Against Trump Before Correspondents' Dinner Shooting
esEl autor del ataque escribió un manifiesto contra Trump
4/26/2026, 3:43:34 PM
The suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, who traveled by train from Los Angeles to Washington, had written a manifesto targeting Trump; Trump characterized the attack as motivated by hatred of Christians.
Anna Castillo, Macarena García and Laura Weissmahr Dazzle at San Sebastián Film Festival
esAnna Castillo, Macarena García o Laura Weissmahr deslumbran en el Festival de Series de Cannes
4/26/2026, 3:34:20 PM
Spanish actresses Anna Castillo, Macarena García, and Laura Weissmahr made a strong impression at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, showcasing new projects and cementing their status as leading figures in Spanish cinema.
Visual Timeline of the Trump Assassination Attempt at the Correspondents Dinner
esCronología visual del atentado contra Trump en la cena de corresponsales de la Casa Blanca
4/26/2026, 3:33:04 PM
A visual chronology of the assassination attempt against President Trump at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Five gunshots interrupted the event and, amid panic, Trump and senior cabinet members were immediately evacuated.
Trump's Secret Service Under Fire Again After Correspondents Dinner Shooting
esEl Servicio Secreto de Trump, de nuevo en el punto de mira tras el tiroteo en la cena de corresponsales
4/26/2026, 2:53:30 PM
The US Secret Service faces renewed scrutiny after the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner, having already admitted its 'biggest mistake in decades' after the 2024 rally attack. Investigators believe Trump or a senior cabinet member was the intended target.
Mali's Defense Minister Killed in Rebel and Jihadist Offensive
esMuere el ministro de Defensa de Malí en la ofensiva de grupos rebeldes y yihadistas
4/26/2026, 2:39:56 PM
Mali's Defense Minister has been killed during the rebel and jihadist offensive against the military junta. Tuareg militias are tightening their siege on the strategic city of Kidal, where Russian mercenaries are fighting alongside the Malian army.
Journalists as Witnesses: Testimonies from the Correspondents Dinner Shooting
esLos periodistas son los testigos: los testimonios del tiroteo en la cena de corresponsales de la Casa Blanca
4/26/2026, 2:38:03 PM
Reporters from Reuters, AP, and Deutsche Welle recount how they experienced the assassination attempt against President Trump at the Correspondents Dinner, offering firsthand testimony from the scene of the shooting.
Pogačar Dominates at Liège-Bastogne-Liège, Winning His Third Consecutive Title
esPogacar impone su ley ante Seixas y conquista su cuarta Lieja
4/26/2026, 1:51:14 PM
Tadej Pogačar claimed his fourth Liège-Bastogne-Liège victory, dropping Frenchman Seixas with 14 km to go and winning The Old Lady for the third consecutive year — his 13th Monument triumph overall.
Marc Márquez Dances Through Storms at Jerez: Pole Position and Sprint Win
esMarc Márquez baila entre tormentas en Jerez: ‘pole’ y triunfo al ‘sprint’ en un sábado caótico en el GP de España
4/26/2026, 1:14:06 PM
Marc Márquez claimed pole position and won the sprint race at the Jerez MotoGP round, navigating challenging weather conditions to demonstrate his mastery of the Andalusian circuit.
Álex Márquez Extends His Love Affair with Jerez, Wins Spanish Grand Prix
esÁlex Márquez extiende su idilio con Jerez con una magnífica victoria en el GP de España, donde Marc vuelve a caer
4/26/2026, 1:14:05 PM
Álex Márquez secured his second consecutive victory at the Jerez circuit, claiming the Spanish MotoGP Grand Prix. The win also marks the first Ducati victory of the 2025 MotoGP season.
The Trump Assassination Attempt: Pop Regicide
esIntento de atentado a Trump: Magnicidio pop
4/26/2026, 12:52:30 PM
A cultural and political analysis of the Trump assassination attempt at the Correspondents Dinner, examining the event through the lens of spectacle, media, and the theatrical dimension of contemporary political violence.
Energy Poverty Activist Maria Campuzano Dies at 44
esMuere a los 44 años la activista Maria Campuzano, referente en la lucha contra la pobreza energética
4/26/2026, 12:49:05 PM
Maria Campuzano, spokesperson for the Alliance against Energy Poverty and member of Engineering Without Borders, has died at age 44. She was a prominent voice in the fight against energy poverty in Spain and will be farewelled at the Ronda de Dalt Funeral Home in Barcelona.
Sánchez Uses PP-Vox 'National Priority' Deal to Relaunch PSOE
esSánchez aprovecha la “prioridad nacional” de PP y Vox para reivindicar al PSOE como el garante del Estado del Bienestar
4/26/2026, 12:25:26 PM
Prime Minister Sánchez is exploiting the internal divisions caused by the PP-Vox 'national priority' deal to revitalize the PSOE. Ahead of the May 17 vote, Socialists are focused on mobilizing their electorate, with Montero urging citizens not to remain spectators.
The Danger of Political Violence
esEl peligro de la violencia política
4/26/2026, 11:16:21 AM
An editorial calling for unequivocal condemnation of political violence following the repeated assassination attempts against President Trump. The author argues that in a democratic society, attempts to kill political leaders must be rejected regardless of ideology.
Trump Evacuated Unharmed from Correspondents' Dinner After Shooting
esTrump, evacuado ileso de la cena de corresponsales de la Casa Blanca tras un tiroteo
4/26/2026, 10:51:43 AM
Trump was evacuated unharmed from the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton after a man entered the hotel and opened fire in the lobby. The suspect, a Californian, was arrested.
The Thorny Bet of Putting Police in Schools to Stop Rising Student Conflicts
esLa espinosa apuesta de meter policías en el instituto para frenar el aumento de la conflictividad escolar
4/26/2026, 10:43:07 AM
An analysis examines Spain's Catalonia region's controversial decision to place police officers in schools to counter rising student conflicts — looking at evidence from other countries where similar approaches were tried and ultimately failed to address the root causes of school violence.
Kenyan Sabastian Sawe Becomes First Man in History to Run Marathon Under Two Hours
esEl keniano Sabastian Sawe es el primer hombre de la historia en bajar de las dos horas en un maratón
4/26/2026, 10:42:39 AM
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe became the first man in history to officially break the two-hour marathon barrier, setting a world record of 1h 59m 30s at the London Marathon — a landmark moment in athletics history.
Spain's Foreign Minister Starts Latin America Tour to Secure Summit Success
esAlbares inicia una gira por América Latina para garantizar el éxito de la cumbre iberoamericana de Madrid
4/26/2026, 9:58:07 AM
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares began a three-day diplomatic tour of Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico to build political support ahead of a major Spain-Latin America summit. The tour aims to secure key commitments from regional partners.
Spain's National Court Investigates Algerian Consulate Official Over Espionage Plot
esLa Audiencia Nacional investiga al canciller del consulado de Argelia por una trama de visados falsos
4/26/2026, 8:46:52 AM
Spain's Audiencia Nacional is investigating the chancellor of Algeria's consulate after police arrested Vicente Moreno and an Algerian embassy employee in Spain on Friday, allegedly linked to an espionage or influence operation.
Messi Joins Elite Players Buying Football Clubs, Acquires Cornellà
esLeo Messi reaviva una moda ya conocida: futbolistas de élite que compran clubes de fútbol
4/26/2026, 8:17:16 AM
Lionel Messi has secretly acquired Cornellà, a club in Spain's fourth-tier Tercera RFEF, following similar investments by Piqué, Alba, Thiago, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The growing trend of elite footballers buying clubs continues, though Messi's deal was conducted with unusual secrecy.
Video: VP JD Vance Evacuated from Correspondents Dinner as Trump Shooting Unfolds
esEl momento de la evacuación del vicepresidente de EE UU, J.D. Vance, de la cena de corresponsales tras el tiroteo
4/26/2026, 7:31:41 AM
Video showing Vice President JD Vance being evacuated from the right side of the stage at the White House Correspondents Dinner, seconds before President Trump was evacuated from the opposite side, following the assassination attempt.
Video: Key Moments of the Trump Assassination Attempt
esVideo | Los momentos claves del intento de atentado a Trump
4/26/2026, 5:03:30 AM
Video footage of the key moments of the assassination attempt against US President Trump at the White House Correspondents Dinner, showing his evacuation from the event after an armed man attempted to enter the hall.
Easily Avoid Thigh Chafing While Walking with These Smooth Bands
esEvita las rozaduras en los muslos fácilmente con estas bandas lisas
4/26/2026, 5:00:00 AM
A consumer guide to anti-chafing thigh bands, recommended as a simple solution to prevent skin irritation between the thighs when walking in warm weather.
Everything Carnauba Wax Can Do for Your Car's Bodywork
esTodo lo que puede hacer la cera de carnauba en la carrocería de tu coche si duerme en la calle
4/26/2026, 4:45:00 AM
A consumer review of carnauba wax for car bodywork, a top-selling product on Amazon that provides deep shine and enhanced color. The article explains what it does and how to apply it for best results.
The Shooting from Inside: Five Sharp Sounds, Not Trays Falling
esEl tiroteo desde dentro: “Se oyeron cinco sonidos secos, no eran bandejas cayendo sino disparos”
4/26/2026, 4:34:43 AM
A correspondent from El País who was present at the White House Correspondents' Dinner describes hearing five sharp sounds during the shooting — not trays dropping, but gunfire — and recounts the chaos and evacuation that followed.
The Accessories You Need to Take Your Barbecue to the Next Level
esLos accesorios que necesitas para llevar tu barbacoa al siguiente nivel
4/26/2026, 4:30:00 AM
A selection of barbecue accessories including a charcoal chimney starter, a grill brush, and a utensil set, recommended to enhance the outdoor grilling experience.
The Sound Insulation Thousands of Drivers Use to Improve Their Car's Audio
esEl aislante acústico que miles de conductores usan para que su coche suene mejor y haga menos ruido
4/26/2026, 4:15:00 AM
A consumer guide to butyl rubber sound insulation sheets, an affordable and easy-to-install solution to reduce noise and vibrations in cars, thermally insulate campervans, or improve audio quality.
Internal Purges and External Tutelage: Chavismo Rebuilds Its Faith on the Ruins
esPurgas internas y tutela externa: el chavismo reconstruye su fe sobre las ruinas de Maduro
4/26/2026, 4:00:00 AM
The Chavista movement was prepared to die but not to submit to the United States. Delcy Rodríguez's new leadership is displacing the presidential couple's inner circle. Internal purges and US pressure are reshaping the power structure within Chavismo.
Venezuela, a Country on Hold
esVenezuela, un país provisional
4/26/2026, 4:00:00 AM
Venezuela's streets are buzzing with a fragile sense of hope as the expectation of change grows. Caracas oscillates between euphoria over possible economic improvement and desire for democratic normalcy, but the country remains politically provisional.
Venezuela's Opposition: Same Goal, Different Paths
esLa oposición venezolana: mismo fin, caminos distintos
4/26/2026, 4:00:00 AM
Venezuela's opposition factions agree on the goal of change but disagree on timing and depth of reforms ahead of elections. María Corina Machado leads the hope for change, but Washington has not fully committed to the opposition's strategy.
One Year After the Blackout: Electricity Bills Have Risen and No Answers Have Come
esUn año del apagón eléctrico: la factura de la luz se ha encarecido y no hay responsables declarados
4/26/2026, 3:45:01 AM
A year after Spain's major electrical blackout, the CNMC regulator has found evidence of very serious violations by Red Eléctrica (REE), while the costs of the electricity system have soared. Bitter accusations have been exchanged but no accountability has been established.
The Odyssey of the Turtle That Nests 2,000 km from Home
esLa odisea para sobrevivir de la tortuga que desova a 2.000 kilómetros de donde nació: “Hacen esto desde la época de los dinosaurios”
4/26/2026, 3:45:01 AM
Ascension Island in the South Atlantic hosts the largest green turtle breeding colony in the Atlantic. For four centuries, turtles were harvested almost to extinction; today they have made a remarkable conservation recovery.
Residents Trapped in Spain's Social Housing Labyrinth: 'They Treat Us Like Speculators'
esVecinos atrapados en el laberinto de la VPO: “Nos tratan como a especuladores”
4/26/2026, 3:45:01 AM
More than 1,200 protected housing units in Badia del Vallès, Barcelona, are subject to a ban on entering the free market just as their restriction period is ending, because the area qualifies as a high housing-pressure zone. Residents describe being trapped in a bureaucratic labyrinth.
Loewe's New Creative Directors: In Spain, Everyone Has Had Something from the Brand
esLazaro Hernandez y Jack McCollough, directores creativos de Loewe: “En España todo el mundo ha tenido o tiene algo de la marca, grande o pequeño”
4/26/2026, 3:40:00 AM
Proenza Schouler designers Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough left their New York brand to become the creative directors of Spanish luxury label Loewe, noting that their work at the historic brand made in Spain resonates widely across the country.
Lorenzo Mariani, Meloni's Pick to Lead Leonardo and Calm Washington
esLorenzo Mariani, el elegido de Meloni para dirigir Leonardo y calmar a Washington
4/26/2026, 3:40:00 AM
Italy's Prime Minister Meloni appointed Lorenzo Mariani as the new head of Leonardo, Italy's largest defense company, replacing Roberto Cingolani who had quintupled the company's value. The appointment is widely seen as a political move to manage relations with Washington amid growing EU-US tensions over defense policy.
Born in a Cult: How 'Uncle Toni' Destroyed Three Generations of a Family
esNacer en una secta: así destruyó el tío Toni a tres generaciones de una familia
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
The story of Sara López and her siblings, who suffered sexual abuse within a cult led by a figure known as 'Uncle Toni'. Their mother was sentenced to seven years in prison for allowing it. Today, the siblings convert their pain into a warning for others.
How to Be Racist Without Seeming So: The Legacy of François Duprat and the Far Right
esCómo ser racista sin parecerlo
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
An analysis traces the intellectual heritage of François Duprat, the far-right strategist who invented the National Front in France, exploring how his ideas about mainstreaming discriminatory ideology while maintaining plausible deniability continue to influence contemporary European far-right movements.
Comuns Calls for Independent Unit to Enforce Anti-Fraud Rental Fines in Catalonia
esComuns pide crear una unidad independiente que impulse las multas contra el fraude de alquiler en Cataluña
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
The Catalan left-wing party Comuns has called for an independent unit to enforce anti-fraud measures on rental housing in Catalonia, as the party and the regional government resume contacts to advance a budget agreement.
Riki Blanco: Vital Signs (Editorial Cartoon, April 26)
esRiki Blanco: constantes vitales
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
Editorial cartoon by Riki Blanco published in El País on April 26, 2026, commenting on current events.
Anselm Kiefer: A Greatness Built from Ruins
esAnselm Kiefer: una grandeza hecha de ruinas
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
The Hortensia Centre in Valencia is set to open a solo exhibition by Anselm Kiefer, one of the titans of contemporary art known for his monumental works exploring German history, mythology, and the Holocaust through an aesthetic of ruins and decayed materials.
The 'National Priority' Deal with Vox Divides the PP: 'We've Been Tricked'
esLa “prioridad nacional” pactada con Vox divide al PP: “Nos han colado un gol”
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
The deal struck between Spain's conservative PP party and the far-right Vox on a 'national priority' measure is causing internal divisions within the PP. While national leadership defends it as a cheap concession voters will understand, regional leaders like Moreno and Ayuso are distancing themselves from the pact.
'Decomasters', 'Maestros de la Costura', 'Top Chef': TVE's Bet on Reality TV Falls Flat
es‘Decomasters’, ‘Maestros de la costura’, ‘Top Chef’... la apuesta de TVE para llenar su parrilla de programas con famosos no funciona
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
Since March 2024, all of Spain's public broadcaster TVE's reality formats — except Masterchef Celebrity — have fallen below their broadcast period's average monthly audience, highlighting the limits of reality TV as a programming strategy.
Keir Starmer's Days Are Numbered
esLos días contados de Keir Starmer
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
Disappointment among Labour MPs and voters with Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fueling predictions of a new leadership crisis in the Labour Party and government. Starmer faces mounting pressure from within his own ranks.
Disappeared or Dead Scientists: The Conspiracy Theory Being Investigated by the FBI and Congress
esCientíficos desaparecidos o muertos: la teoría de la conspiración que investigan el FBI y el Congreso de Estados Unidos
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
The FBI and the US Congress are investigating a conspiracy theory linking the deaths and disappearances of a dozen scientists connected to the US government and military, amid speculation about cover-ups relating to sensitive programs.
TV Series Have Filled Up with Broke Characters
esLas series se han llenado de tiesos
4/26/2026, 3:30:01 AM
A cultural analysis of the trend in contemporary TV series featuring broke, financially precarious characters. The piece argues the new shows reflect a broader social anxiety about economic insecurity and class mobility.