Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents

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January 14, 2025

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Spain is planning to impose a tax of up to 100% on properties bought by non-residents from countries outside the EU, such as the UK.

Announcing the move, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the “unprecedented” measure was necessary to meet the country’s housing emergency.

“The West faces a decisive challenge: To not become a society divided into two classes, the rich landlords and poor tenants,” he said.

Non-EU residents bought 27,000 properties in Spain in 2023, he told an economic forum in Madrid, “not to live in” but “to make money from them”.

“Which, in the context of shortage that we are in, [we] obviously cannot allow,” he added.

The move was therefore designed to “priorit[ise] that the available homes are for residents”, he said.

Sánchez did not provide details on how the tax would work nor a timeline for presenting it to parliament for approval, where he has often struggled to gather sufficient votes to pass legislation.

But his government said the proposal would be finalised “after careful study”.

It is one of a dozen planned measures announced by the prime minister on Monday aimed at improving housing affordability in the country.

Other measures announced include a tax exemption for landlords who provide affordable housing, transferring more than 3,000 homes to a new public housing body, and tighter regulation and higher taxes on tourist flats.

“It isn’t fair that those who have three, four or five apartments as short-term rentals pay less tax than hotels,” he said.

Tonto Dikeh Sets the Record Straight on Dating Rumors After Viral Photo

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January 14, 2025

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Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh has responded to speculation surrounding a recent photo she shared with her son and a mysterious companion. The image, posted on January 12, 2025, sparked curiosity among fans, who quickly inquired about the identity of the man in the picture.

In the caption accompanying the photo, Dikeh had written, “My family over everything… You see this my little tiny family.” Her response to fans’ queries has shed light on the situation, putting rumors to rest.

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Beloved Hollywood Actress Dalyce Curry Dies in Los Angeles Wildfire Tragedy

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January 14, 2025

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Renowned actress Dalyce Curry, celebrated for her iconic roles in Blues Brothers, Lady Sings the Blues, and The 10 Commandments, has passed away at the age of 95. Her life was tragically cut short when her Altadena home was ravaged by the Eaton Fire, a devastating wildfire that swept through areas east of Los Angeles.

According to reports, Curry’s granddaughter was the last to see her, dropping her off at her residence on Tuesday, January 7. The wildfire erupted later that day, prompting widespread evacuations and chaos in the region.

Despite efforts to locate Curry, her granddaughter was unable to access the area due to police barricades. It wasn’t until Sunday, January 12, that authorities confirmed the actress had perished inside her home during the fire.

Curry’s passing is one of at least 24 fatalities linked to the Los Angeles wildfires. Her legacy in the film industry and the memories she leaves behind will be cherished by fans and loved ones alike.

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Kano police arraigns suspect over alleged killing of police officer

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January 14, 2025

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The Kano State Police Command has arraigned one of the youths accused of killing a police officer, Murtala Auwalu, on France Road while performing his duties on January 1, 2025.

Abdussalam Lawan appeared in the Magistrate Court at Gyadi-Gyadi, Kano, presided over by Magistrate Haulatu Magaji, facing charges of conspiracy to commit an offense and murder, contrary to Section 221. He, nonetheless, refuted the allegations made against him.

The young man, together with a few friends who escaped, is alleged to have been directly involved in the murder of the police officer.

Magistrate Haulatu Magaji postponed the case until February 11, 2025, to receive additional government guidance because the court lacks jurisdiction in the matter.

The officer’s wife urged the Emir of Kano, the Governor of Kano, and the Police Commissioner to broaden the inquiry into the suspects activities to guarantee that justice is achieved.