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Massive blackout hits all of Spain and Portugal
Massive blackout hits all of Spain and Portugal

Power went out across Spain and Portugal on Monday, halting train traffic, clogging roads and trapping people in elevators before electricity started to return to some areas after hours of disruption.

April 28, 2025

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BRICS ministers meet in Brazil over Trump trade policies
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Massive blackout hits Spain and Portugal
Massive blackout hits Spain and Portugal

Power went out across all of Spain and Portugal on Monday, cutting cellphone and internet networks, halting trains and trapping people in elevators, officials said.

April 28, 2025