ECB bond purchasing not covert financing for countries: Draghi
Bank president defends program and central lender’s independence before German parliament
Bank president defends program and central lender’s independence before German parliament

Injury-hampered 32-year-old says goodbye at home tournament in Valencia

Moto3 rider does U-turn and returns to team to see out end of season
The Socialists need an input of self-criticism, clear policies and connection with the public

Spanish troops bid to coordinate local forces against lingering Taliban threat
Socialist leader quashes resignation speculation after party’s battering in Basque and Galician regional polls

Galician seafood gatherers recall the aftermath of the Prestige disaster; some revealing a troubled conscience over the money earned in the clean-up
In a sad week for erotic cinema, Nacho Vidal is accused of taking part in a money-laundering racket
Artur Mas said to have delivered PM “take it or leave it” ultimatum on greater sovereignty for the region

Victims’ association feels “cheated” by granting of release to Uribetxebarria Bolinaga, sentenced to 32-year term