Spain has received nearly **1.2 million applications** for residence and work permits under its new migrant regularisation programme, marking one of the largest immigration initiatives in the country's history. While the government says the measure will help address labour shortages and strengthen the economy, critics warn it could encourage further irregular migration and reignite debate over Europe's migration policies.
In Saint-Jean-de-Védas, a quiet suburb near Montpellier, a routine knock at the door turned into a gunpoint demand for crypto access—highlighting a dangerous shift from digital hacks to real-world coercion. As criminals increasingly target individuals rather than systems, the incident underscores a hard truth: in the age of self-custody, personal security is now inseparable from financial security.
A 22-year-old former police officer in Graz has been acquitted of making criminal threats after a court ruled the allegations against her could not be proven. Despite the "full acquittal," she had already lost her job with the Austrian police after her temporary contract was not renewed during the investigation. Prosecutors are now investigating two police colleagues for suspected defamation and giving false testimony, following claims that the case may have been based on fabricated accusations.
A 22-year-old former police officer in Graz has been acquitted of making criminal threats after a court ruled the allegations against her could not be proven. Despite the "full acquittal," she had already lost her job with the Austrian police after her temporary contract was not renewed during the investigation. Prosecutors are now investigating two police colleagues for suspected defamation and giving false testimony, following claims that the case may have been based on fabricated accusations.
Spain ended a 16-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory with a commanding 3-0 win over Austria. Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice as the European champions advanced to the Round of 16.