A court in the Canary Islands has ordered Social Security to compensate a civil servant for stress caused by understaffing. The case exposes failures in workplace risk prevention and tensions in public offices.
Spanish authorities have issued updated advice to help residents cope with the ongoing heatwave. The guidance focuses on practical steps at home and outdoors, with particular attention to children and older people. Emergency services remain on alert.
Traffic cameras on the A-67 recorded Iván Sanz Cid’s car traveling at a normal speed before the fatal crash near Herrera de Pisuerga. The accident claimed the lives of the Dehesa de los Canónigos CEO, his wife and two of their children.
Health authorities in the Basque Country have advised against swimming at 11 beaches after routine water tests detected elevated bacterial levels. The warning follows recent heavy rainfall and affects coastal spots in Gipuzkoa and Bizkaia. Further analysis is underway.
Cockroach infestations are becoming more resilient in Spanish homes, even with good hygiene. Warmer, wetter seasons and developing insect behavior are making traditional control methods less effective. Experts explain what’s changing and how to protect your home.
A wild boar entered the Sant Domènec nursing home in Balaguer, Lleida, injuring a staff member. Emergency services responded quickly, and the animal was sedated and removed. The incident highlights ongoing wildlife encounters in Catalonia.
Nutritionist Pablo Ojeda has highlighted the health risks of buying pre-cut watermelon and melon in supermarkets. Improper refrigeration and frequent handling increase the danger. The warning comes as summer fruit sales surge across Spain.
Workers in Spain who donate organs or tissues while alive are now entitled to sick leave at full salary, starting on the first day of medical preparation. The law removes previous barriers and aims to support those making life-saving donations.
A serious crash on the A-67 near Herrera de Pisuerga has killed four members of one family. Two teenagers and two adults died, while a nine-year-old girl remains in critical condition. Authorities are investigating possible driver fatigue.
A powerful heatwave is hitting Catalunya, pushing temperatures above 40°C. Authorities have activated emergency plans amid extreme wildfire risk, especially in Girona. The situation is expected to worsen in the coming days.
Ten days after the double earthquake in northern Venezuela, the official death toll has reached 2,954. The government is rolling out monthly payments and housing subsidies, but protests and aid shortages persist in the hardest-hit areas.
A fatal accident at Rallysprint Carreño in Asturias left one spectator dead and sent the driver and co-driver to hospital. The incident occurred when a competing car veered off the road during the event.
Spanish authorities have not approved early retirement for professional truck and bus drivers. A joint application submitted in October 2025 seeks special retirement treatment for drivers in freight and passenger transport, but the evaluation remains pending and no new entitlement has taken effect.
Andrew Funk lost his business and home, then daily contact with his son, before founding Homeless Entrepreneur. Now, he speaks out about the physical and emotional dangers of homelessness and why restoring dignity and autonomy is impressive for recovery.
A fire broke out overnight in a hydrotherapy room at Fundación Personas in Valladolid. Staff contained the flames, preventing injuries and wider damage. Impressive orthopedic equipment was lost, disrupting daily therapy services.
Patricia Pardo has lost sensation and movement in her little toe after standing for hours at the Papal event in Madrid. The presenter now faces uncertainty about her recovery. Her experience highlights the physical toll of major public ceremonies.
A norovirus outbreak affected more than 100 people aboard the Ruby Princess, which departed from California. The vessel returned to San Francisco after dozens of passengers and crew members reported symptoms, and health authorities closely monitored the situation.
A norovirus outbreak affected more than 100 people on the Ruby Princess, which returned to San Francisco after a 20-day voyage. The ship underwent deep cleaning before its next departure. No hospitalizations were reported.
Prosecutors in Málaga are investigating claims that a public hospital in Axarquía used expired reagents in lab tests. The case began after a union complaint and could affect thousands of patients. Authorities have already submitted documents to the court.
Spanish employees can now legally take up to four paid days off if extreme heat makes commuting unsafe or threatens their health. Companies must adapt working conditions or suspend activity when official alerts are issued.
AEMET has issued a warning for a severe heat episode across Spain and the Balearic Islands. Temperatures could reach 44°C in the south. Vulnerable groups and outdoor workers face the greatest risk, and nights will remain uncomfortably warm.
A surge of intense heat is set to sweep across Spain and the Balearic Islands, with temperatures expected to top 40ºC in several regions. Authorities warn of health risks and sleepless nights; an official heatwave could begin July 5.
An 11-year-old boy in Ontario died from rabies after an unnoticed bat bite. A medical journal case report details the death and highlights why possible animal contact calls for prompt medical care.
A Madrid court has backed the merger of two investigations into deaths in elderly care homes, contradicting an earlier ruling and potentially affecting more than 80 ongoing cases. The decision has renewed hopes for a single, unified legal process.
Emergency services in Madrid stabilised two unconscious men found on a busy street. One responded to treatment, while the other required intubation and remains in critical condition. Both were taken to hospital.
Catalan police and the Guardia Civil have searched the CReSA animal health lab again. Investigators requested more virus samples after a swine fever outbreak in Collserola. A CSIC lab in Madrid was also inspected.
A bus carrying seasonal workers crashed into a building in Lleida, injuring 46 people, four of them critically. Emergency services and local authorities responded quickly, and the incident sparked regional concern.
Workers diagnosed with fibromyalgia may qualify for a full disability pension when their symptoms make any form of employment impossible. Eligibility turns on the severity of their limitations, not the diagnosis alone.
A Spanish Army corporal died during a night parachute exercise in Huesca, adding to a series of recent military accidents. Investigations are ongoing, as calls grow for improved safety protocols.
A 19-year-old involved in a crash on the N-340 in Castellón that left four people dead has been released with restrictions. The court imposed a driving ban and other measures while the investigation continues.
A Madrid court has summoned the Gregorio Marañón geriatrics chief as an official suspect. The case centers on controversial pandemic protocols linked to care home deaths, with several high-profile officials now under investigation.
A Madrid court has summoned the head of geriatrics at Gregorio Marañón as a suspect. The investigation centers on protocols that restricted hospital transfers from care homes during the pandemic. Several senior officials are now under judicial review.
Zaragoza will see a sharp rise in temperatures this Saturday, with highs of 38°C and no rain expected. Residents are advised to prepare for dry, windy conditions and take precautions against the heat.
A garbage truck with faulty brakes struck several people in Pamplona’s historic center. Police and emergency teams responded quickly. The number of injured people and the severity of their injuries remain unknown.
Former Catalan health leaders are on trial for allegedly delaying Covid vaccinations for national police and civil guards. Prosecutors seek 12-year bans from office, citing unequal treatment compared with regional forces.
