Spain welcomed a record 94 million tourists last year, leading to concerns about overcrowding and housing affordability in popular cities like Barcelona and Madrid. To address these issues, the Spanish government has introduced regulations targeting short-term rentals catering to tourists, while still supporting the tourism industry that contributes 12% to the country’s GDP. Measures include restrictions on new rental properties in certain neighborhoods and the closure of licensed short-term rentals in Barcelona to protect housing supply for residents. Additionally, visitors will now need to provide personal information for national security reasons when booking hotel stays or renting cars in Spain.
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Teen DOGE staffer ‘Big Balls’ has left the Trump administration
One of the notable figures from the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, Edward Coristine, known as “Big Balls,” has departed from his position, amidst a series of resignations linked to DOGE. His youth and prior controversies, including being fired for leaking secrets, drew criticism, and he hinted at future plans on social media after leaving the General Services Administration. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Edward Coristine, a young and controversial staff member...
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