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Belén Esteban puts Telecinco's abandoned identity back on trial
Belén Esteban lifted Telecinco to an 18.7% audience share and 1,130,000 viewers. Her return has exposed the network's unresolved afternoon problem, with much of the old Sálvame circle already back inside Mediaset.
China sends two pandas to Atlanta in latest diplomatic gesture
China will send two giant pandas to Atlanta Zoo after Xi Jinping announced the move before Donald Trump. The deal brings back a long-running part of Beijing's foreign policy.
Spain faces England with two stars on the shirt and no margin for error
Spain’s national team steps onto the pitch against England, debuting their second star and leaving celebrations behind. The real test begins as the reigning champions seek to prove their hunger for dominance is undiminished.
Spain Faces a Sharper Debt Bill as Bond Yields Surge
Spain's 10-year bond yield has climbed above 4%, reaching its highest level since 2013. The rise will make it more expensive for the Treasury to replace older, cheaper debt.
Investors demand crisis-era returns on Western government debt
The 10-year US Treasury yield has moved above 5%, while European debt has crossed key thresholds. Fiscal pressure, inflation and geopolitical risks are pushing investors to demand more from governments.
Meta puts US$1.299,99 VR glasses at the top of its AI hardware range
Meta presented a wider hardware range at its annual event in Menlo Park. It includes camera-free Ray-Ban glasses, a pocket AI accessory and a US$1.299,99 VR model due in spring 2027.
Madrid Eviction Turns Maricarmen Abascal Into Housing Crisis Symbol
An 87-year-old pensioner with a 50% disability was evicted from her Madrid home on September 23, 2026, after more than seven decades there. The case has intensified Spain’s national debate over rents, housing access and protections for long-term tenants.
Iván Redondo breaks silence on power politics and Moncloa exit
Iván Redondo, once the strategic mind behind Spain’s prime minister, faces tough questions on TVE’s 'Plano General'. He discusses corruption, his relationship with Pedro Sánchez, and the health crisis that forced his departure from Moncloa.
Trump rules out Bessent as White House AI chief
Donald Trump has rejected reports linking Scott Bessent to the new AI leadership post. The Treasury secretary will remain in his current position as global regulation debates intensify.
Anadolu Efes lose grip in Barcelona, fall after late collapse
Anadolu Efes built a 15-point lead in Barcelona but let it slip, losing 89-82 after a rough finish. Missed shots and shaky teamwork opened the door for Barcelona to steal the win in the closing minutes.
Urbagestión offers Maricarmen a route back home after eviction
Urbagestión has proposed a route for Maricarmen to return to her Madrid home through the Reviva programme. The 87-year-old was evicted on September 23 after living there for 70 years. The company denies seeking an excessive rent.
Alonso reveals Aston Martin's one-second Honda loss in Baku
Fernando Alonso found confidence in Aston Martin's chassis but lost crucial speed on Baku's straights. A Honda power unit change will send him to the back of the grid.
WiZink CEO leaves as Unicaja talks continue
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons. President Joaquim Saurina will take over as the bank continues talks with Unicaja after another loss-making first half.
Russell takes Baku pole as Sainz reaches Q3 at last
George Russell took pole in Baku, while Carlos Sainz reached Q3 for the first time this season. Fernando Alonso will start last after a 25-place penalty.
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa exits amid Unicaja talks
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa has left the bank for personal reasons. Chairman Joaquim Saurina will take over his functions as talks with Unicaja continue without a reported agreement.
Covid moves ahead of flu in Spain as experts call for renewed protection
Spain has recorded 85 Covid cases per 100,000 people, compared with 22.9 for influenza. Specialists are urging vaccination and mask use during symptoms as the virus spreads earlier than expected.
The Madrid eviction that exposed a small landlord
An 87-year-old woman has left her Madrid home after seven decades. The company behind the eviction says it is a small business. Its accounts and property strategy show a more complicated picture.
Joaquim Saurina takes executive control at WiZink
By August, WiZink's result had turned positive, according to bank sources, but the bank remains under pressure from legal claims and an open deal with Unicaja. Joaquim Saurina takes executive control after Iheb Nafaa's departure.
Madrid hospital queues expose the cost of wasted capacity
The dispute at Madrid's Hospital Ramón y Cajal goes beyond patient numbers. It raises a harder question: are limited healthcare resources being used well?
WiZink returns to profit before CEO exit
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons after the bank returned to profit and strengthened its solvency. The change comes as WiZink discusses a possible card-business sale with Unicaja.
Sánchez draws a line between Ábalos and family investigations
Pedro Sánchez separates the Ábalos case from investigations involving his wife and brother. At Harvard, he blamed the right and far right for a campaign against his government.
Manon Lescaut reaches Teatro Real without a breath of fresh air
Teatro Real opened its 2026-27 season with Puccini's Manon Lescaut on 23 September 2026. Nicola Luisotti led a strong orchestra, but the cast and predictable staging never fully caught fire.
La bola negra brings 35 mm cinema to five Spanish screens
La bola negra opens in Spain on 25 September 2026, with limited 35 mm screenings. Only five Spanish cinemas are expected to show the format as the film begins its Oscar 2027 campaign.
Spain weighs tariffs as Chinese electric cars take over the market
Chinese brands like Omoda and BYD are grabbing a big share of Spain’s car market, while local jobs and factories fall behind. The push for tariffs is heating up as Europe faces growing dependence on Chinese technology.
Germany's Economic Model Faces Its Hardest Test
Germany's industrial engine is losing power as the AfD advances. The CDU is weakened, while pressure grows over jobs, energy and Europe's direction.
Desigual intenta recuperar el pulso que perdió
Desigual is rebuilding its business after a sharp decline. Digital sales and younger customers offer early signs of recovery, but the company still has to turn that change into steady growth.
Maricarmen eviction forces government to act on housing crisis
The forced removal of 87-year-old Maricarmen from her lifelong home has triggered a political storm in Spain. With public outrage mounting, the government faces urgent demands to approve new housing protections and prevent a wider social backlash.
Spanish banks turn AI into a shield against AI
Spain's major banks are preparing AI risk plans for the ECB. The measures include controlled AI tools that can spot hostile activity before it reaches critical systems.
Chinese car brands push Spanish auto sales back to pre-pandemic levels
Car sales in Spain have finally bounced back to pre-pandemic numbers, but the real shift is the fast rise of Chinese brands. The market is growing, but the winners are changing.
Choosing the right car parts platform in Spain is about more than price
A wrong car part order can cost Spanish drivers and workshops far more than a few euros. We break down how Autodoc España, Oscaro, and Avtopro really help—or fail to help—people avoid wasted time and money.
Housing Is Spain's Biggest Problem
Housing has become Spain's main concern, according to the monthly CIS survey. Prices have reached a record, the country faces a structural shortage of homes, and pressure is spreading beyond its biggest cities. The poll asks who should be held responsible.
Ibex 35 slips as oil prices and bond yields rise
The Ibex 35 is moving away from 20,000 points again. Oil above 105 dollars and rising bond yields are bringing rate fears back, weighing on Solaria while Repsol gains.
Boyero says La bola negra deserves Spain's biggest film prizes
Carlos Boyero has given La bola negra an unusually strong early review. He praises Javier Calvo, Javier Ambrossi and the cast before the film's cinema release on 25 September 2026, with Spain already having chosen it as its submission for the 2027 Academy Awards.
Zegona sets aside €400 million for shareholders
Zegona plans to return €400 million to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. The move follows a sharp recovery at Vodafone España and could further increase the value held by its top executives.
Oil surge fails to knock Spain's Ibex 35 below 19,600
Spain's benchmark index stayed above 19,600 points despite another jump in oil prices. Repsol led the gains as Middle East tensions and uncertainty over a US diesel policy debate kept investors cautious.
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