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FoodTech 2026 brings smarter food production to Barcelona
More than 330 exhibitors from 22 countries will gather in Barcelona from 6 to 8 October. AI, automation, safer ingredients and waste-cutting systems will share the floor.
Santa Cruz opens Plenilunio with more than 500 drones
Plenilunio Santa Cruz starts on the weekend of 2 to 4 October 2026. More than 500 drones will fly above the waterfront, while cultural events, family activities, shopping offers and city events run across the capital.
Spain's bowel disease care faces a nationwide equality test
GETECCU and ACCU España have presented a ten-point plan for inflammatory bowel disease care in Spain. The groups say access to specialist units and treatment still varies between autonomous communities.
FoodTech 2026 puts artificial intelligence inside Spain's food factories
More than 330 companies will gather in Barcelona from 6 to 8 October to show how automation can improve food production. Artificial intelligence will take a central place in the programme.
Rallye Ciutat de Xixona draws record crowds and economic boost
The 12th Rallye Ciutat de Xixona is set to bring 10,000 fans and a major economic windfall to Alicante. With top drivers and a €30,000 budget, the event highlights the region’s growing motorsport ambitions.
Comic-Con de Málaga opens with thousands of fans
Comic-Con de Málaga has opened with thousands of fans. The second edition runs from October 1 to 4, 2026, at FYCMA, with a much larger site for its four-day programme.
Charlie tests Mars technology in Almería desert
Operations for the six-wheeled Charlie rover were run from Italy during trials in Spain's Tabernas desert. The campaign tests systems planned for ExoMars Rosalind Franklin, including navigation when Earth cannot respond at once.
British Morgan cars set to transform Granada roads this October
Granada will host the Rally Morgan from October 1 to 4, 2026, bringing together rare British cars from the 1970s to today. Participants will drive through historic villages, scenic routes, and taste local wines in a unique automotive event.
Catalan independence push reignites as Junts marks referendum anniversary
Nine years after the 1-O referendum, Junts accuses the Spanish state of ongoing repression and insists the independence vote remains a living mandate. The party calls for full amnesty and renewed international support for Catalonia’s self-determination.
ORCAM entrusts Mahler's Third to Alondra de la Parra
ORCAM will open its 2026-2027 symphonic season with Mahler's Third on 6 October in Madrid. Alondra de la Parra will lead the orchestra, the Coro de la Comunidad de Madrid and the Pequeños Cantores de la ORCAM at the Auditorio Nacional.
Medina del Campo gears up for a classic car takeover in its historic plaza
On October 4, 2026, nearly 200 classic vehicles from all over Spain will roll into Medina del Campo’s Plaza Mayor. The event brings rare machines, family stories, and regional pride to the heart of Castilla y León.
Brigitte Macron closes Madrid visit with a Louis Vuitton Capucines
At the French ambassador's residence in Madrid, Brigitte Macron finished her state visit to Spain in a pale blue dress and matching Louis Vuitton Capucines. Navy pumps added the only strong contrast.
BMW electrifies Spanish golf with official Open fleet
BMW will supply 60 electric vehicles for the Open de España presented by Madrid, held October 8–11 at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid. The event will spotlight the new BMW i3 and the first fully electric BMW iX5.
Biomethane market enters a new phase at Valladolid trade fair
Spain's biomethane sector is moving closer to a commercial market. More than 4,230 energy professionals gathered in Valladolid to discuss investment, regulation and public trust.
Barcelona brings 080 Fashion back to Marina Vela
The 38th 080 Barcelona Fashion will return to Marina Vela-Port Vell from 20 to 23 October. Twenty-six shows, public events and a new street programme will bring the event closer to Barcelona audiences.
Ángel Santos leads title fight as Jerez showdown approaches
Ángel Santos heads to Jerez leading the Supercars España standings. Three Chefo Sport by PetroGold cars are in the title hunt. The final races will also shape the Iberian Supercars and Portuguese championships.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso faces live interview as Madrid housing crisis erupts
Isabel Díaz Ayuso will appear live on Horizonte just as mass protests over Madrid’s housing crisis grip Puerta del Sol. The interview marks a rare move for the program and comes at a critical moment for both Ayuso and the show.
Andalusia takes both 2026 National Dance Awards
Amalia Fernández and Marco Flores have won Spain's 2026 National Dance Awards. Each receives €30,000, with Fernández recognised for creation and Flores for interpretation.
Henk Lategan takes wild Rally de Marruecos stage after Benavides crash
Kevin Benavides’s violent crash upended the second stage of the Rally de Marruecos, but Henk Lategan grabbed the win. High speeds, close calls, and a shaken leaderboard marked a tense day in the Moroccan desert.
Historic Spain South Africa rugby clash set for Seville
Seville will host its first women's international rugby match as Spain faces South Africa at Juan Antonio Arenas Posadas. The event marks a milestone for Spanish rugby and promises a festival atmosphere for fans.
Pamplona prepares to host the Premios Goya 2027
Pamplona will host the Premios Goya 2027 on 6 February. Navarra sees the gala as both an organisational test and recognition for its growing film industry.
Cancer care now asks how patients live after treatment
Spanish oncologists are looking past survival alone. At its Madrid congress, SEOM is calling for care that helps patients rebuild daily life while precision medicine reshapes treatment.
Ayuso Government Demands Urgent End to Puerta del Sol Protest
Madrid’s regional government has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to clear the Puerta del Sol protest camp after reporting vandalism and threats at the Real Casa de Correos. The standoff exposes deep divisions between local and national authorities as public events and daily life are disrupted.
MSD Animal Health launches Nobivac NXT in Spain
MSD Animal Health presented Nobivac NXT at its Madrid headquarters, where more than 110 distribution partners attended the first launch meeting. The company is entering a market in which around one in five cats still does not receive vaccination.
Pamplona to host the 2027 Goya Awards ceremony
The 41st Premios Goya will take place at Pamplona's Navarra Arena on 6 February 2027. Screenings, exhibitions and industry events will run alongside the gala, the first Goya ceremony ever held in Navarra.
Princess Leonor absent from Macron state visit in Madrid
Princess Leonor did not appear during the French presidential visit to Madrid, sparking questions about her role in official ceremonies. Experts argue her gradual introduction to state duties is deliberate and rooted in protocol, not oversight.
Team Cantabria dominates Reinosa Urban Race with electric car victory
Team Cantabria, formed by IES Montesclaros and IES Fuente Fresnedo, swept both main categories at the Reinosa Urban Race. Their electric cars outpaced rivals from Spain and Portugal, securing top spots in a championship event with European stakes.
Pamplona to host the 2027 Goya Awards ceremony
On 6 February 2027, Pamplona will welcome Spain's leading film awards to the Navarra Arena. The choice extends the Goya ceremony's recent move across the country.
Macron welcomed by Spanish royals as France nears high-stakes election
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia greeted Emmanuel Macron in Madrid with full honors, marking his first state visit to Spain as president. The trip lands just weeks before France’s crucial elections and as political tensions rise across Europe.
Queen Letizia turns heads in borrowed Carolina Herrera gown and storied floral tiara
Queen Letizia made a bold statement at the Palacio Real gala, wearing a borrowed Carolina Herrera dress and the historic floral tiara. The event honored Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron and blended Spanish royal tradition with modern style.
Spain's biomethane market moves from plans to investment
Spain is preparing for a sharp rise in renewable gas projects. Castilla y León could host 15% of the planned biomethane plants as investors test a market that is still taking shape.
Barcelona children get a hands-on route through the universe
A free astronomy workshop will take place in Sarrià on 28 October. Children aged 9 to 12 will explore stars and galaxies, then make a galaxy to take home.
Queen Letizia turns heads with rare diamond tiara at Madrid state banquet
Queen Letizia drew all eyes at the Madrid Royal Palace, wearing a century-old diamond floral tiara for a state dinner honoring French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte. The night mixed royal tradition with Spanish haute cuisine from chef Joan Roca.
Macron Toasts Leonor and Sofía at Royal Palace State Dinner
Emmanuel Macron surprised the Spanish royal family by publicly honoring Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía during a high-profile state dinner at the Royal Palace. Their absence did not stop them from becoming central figures in a night focused on the future of the monarchy.
Letizia brings back Pertegaz dress for Macron state visit
Queen Letizia welcomed Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron in a grey pearl Pertegaz dress. Readers of ¡HOLA! chose the design as the best royal look of 2019.
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