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Carlos Sainz claws back a point in Baku after penalty setback
Carlos Sainz fought back from a five-place grid penalty to grab a single point in Azerbaijan. Williams’ new upgrades gave him the edge he needed to make the most of a chaotic race and keep his 2026 tally alive.
Timothee D’Anfray eyes €150,000 at WPO Winamax Main Event
Seventeen players are left in the WPO Winamax Main Event at Aix-les-Bains. Timothee D’Anfray leads the pack, while Spain’s last hope, Israel García, is out after a remarkable run from a €10 satellite.
Spanish poker hopes collapse as Mateos and Margets exit WPO Aix-les-Bains
The WPO Winamax in Aix-les-Bains has lost both Adrián Mateos and Leo Margets, leaving Spain with just one player in the hunt for the €150,000 top prize. The tournament’s €1.1 million prize pool now looks out of reach for the Spanish armada.
Geely E2 undercuts Renault 5 with bold price and space advantage
Geely’s E2 arrives in Spain and Europe aiming to disrupt the small EV market. With a price far below the Renault 5 and a focus on interior space, Geely’s strategy is clear. Zack Zhang, the brand’s product chief, explains why he believes the E2 can win over European drivers.
Tragedy at Rally Villa de Llanes halts championship
A devastating accident at the Rally Villa de Llanes has claimed the life of young co-driver Soraya Barreiro. The event was suspended immediately, casting a shadow over the championship and leaving the motorsport community in mourning.
Russell holds off Verstappen in Baku thriller as Sainz returns to points
George Russell took a tense win at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, holding off Max Verstappen in a wild finish. Carlos Sainz finally scored again, while Fernando Alonso’s race ended early with engine trouble.
Cupra Raval Endurance sets new benchmark for electric cars in Spain
Cupra’s Raval Endurance arrives with 210 horsepower, up to 446 kilometers of range, and a starting price of 25,490 euros. Designed and built in Spain, it targets drivers seeking both efficiency and genuine driving enjoyment.
Half of Spanish learner drivers fail first time as DGT chief warns of poor preparation
Spain’s top traffic official says too many learner drivers arrive unprepared for their practical test. Pere Navarro urges a shift to automatic transmission training as failure rates remain stubbornly high.
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.
Volkswagen orders global recall over steering bolt risk
Volkswagen is recalling almost three million cars worldwide after a corroding steering bolt was found to threaten driver control. The recall covers Volkswagen, Audi, and Seat models built over the last decade.
BYD Great Seagull shakes up city EV charging with Flash Charging debut
A single photo of the BYD Great Seagull at a Flash Charging station has changed the outlook for affordable electric cars. The image points to a big jump in charging speed and tech for city drivers.
Judge expands witness list in Tauste double murder investigation
The Tauste case judge will summon new witnesses after initial testimonies failed to clarify the double homicide. With crucial evidence still missing and the main suspects silent, the investigation is set to stretch into 2027 or beyond.
Ceuta troops ordered to hide names as threats escalate
Spanish Defence has told soldiers in Ceuta to strip names from uniforms to protect their identities as threats and violence rise. Troops say they feel exposed and under-equipped while attacks grow and official support stays minimal.
Spanish troops in Ceuta receive pepper spray after weapon shortage uproar
After weeks of patrols with only one loaded firearm per four soldiers, Spain’s Defence Ministry has started issuing pepper spray to military personnel in Ceuta. The move follows mounting criticism over troop safety and the lack of clear legal protection for those using non-lethal force.
Iván Fernández dies at 45 after battle with ELA
Iván Fernández, once the driving force behind Vuelo 505, has died at 45 after confronting esclerosis lateral amiotrófica. His fight extended beyond music as he co-founded VencELA Rioja, challenging the region’s silence around the disease.
UK pledges over one hundred million for urgent aid in Gaza and West Bank
The UK has unveiled a major humanitarian package worth 88 million pounds to support Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The funds will expand access to medical care, clean water, and mental health services as conditions worsen amid ongoing conflict.
Mitsubishi L200 returns to Europe with a bold new diesel pickup
Mitsubishi is bringing back the L200 pickup to Europe after a five-year absence. The new model features a robust design, a powerful diesel engine, and a reinforced chassis aimed at both utility and off-road performance.
Maserati eyes electric revival with Chinese partnership
Maserati is in talks with Huawei and JAC to build two new electric cars. The Italian brand wants to turn around falling sales by tapping Chinese tech and production. No official deal yet.
DNA returns 25 victims from Cuelgamuros to their families
DNA testing has identified 25 victims in the Cuelgamuros crypts. Their remains are returning to families after decades without answers, while researchers continue work on 602 bodies from 21 locations.
Omoda and Jaecoo may return to China after Spanish sales surge
Omoda and Jaecoo, two brands created by Chery for global markets, are now being considered for launch in China after achieving over 25,000 registrations in Spain by August 2026. The move could reshape the competitive landscape for Chinese automakers.
Cosmopoética Festival Faces Tragedy as Director Dies in Madrid Crash
Just hours before the opening of Cosmopoética 2026, Pablo Téllez de la Poza, director of Verbo Servicios Culturales, lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Madrid. The festival will proceed as planned, but the loss casts a shadow over the event.
Volkswagen orders record recall over steering bolt risk
Volkswagen is recalling nearly four million cars across Europe because of a possible corrosion problem in the steering. This is the company’s biggest recall since Dieselgate and hits models from VW, Audi, Skoda, and Seat.
Landlord faces backlash after Maricarmen eviction defense collapses
Urbagestión has broken its silence on the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen, denying all accusations. Yet every point in their statement is directly challenged by tenants, lawyers, and official records, exposing a deep rift over Spain’s housing crisis.
Ora 5 hits Spain: Porsche-inspired style, sub-20,000 euro entry
Ora 5 lands in Spain as a compact SUV with gasoline, hybrid, and electric versions. Its design borrows from premium brands but aims for buyers who want value. Early drives show a surprising mix of comfort and tech for the price.
BYD opens Zaragoza dealership, bringing its Spanish network to 108
BYD has launched a new dealership in Zaragoza, pushing its total in Spain to 108. The move marks a new push for electric cars and more competition in the Spanish market.
Eighty-seven-year-old Maricarmen evicted from Madrid home after seventy years
After seventy years in her Madrid apartment, 87-year-old Maricarmen was forced out by a private investment fund. Her story has become a rallying cry for those demanding action against steep rent hikes and evictions in Spain's capital.
SEAT 600 JTR named best custom car in Spain and Portugal
Antonio Ortuño’s SEAT 600 JTR has been picked as the best custom car in Spain and Portugal at the Hot Wheels Legends Tour. More than 20,000 fans packed the Circuito de Jarama to see the event and celebrate car culture.
Basque pensions stay highest in Spain, but growth slows
Basque retirees get the biggest pensions in Spain, topping the national average by more than 300 euros. But growth in Euskadi is now among the slowest, raising new questions as the number of pensioners keeps rising.
Thai court keeps Daniel Sancho’s life sentence for murder
Daniel Sancho stays in a Thai prison after the Koh Samui court threw out his appeal and confirmed his life sentence for killing Colombian surgeon Edwin Arrieta. The case has drawn global attention and now looks settled for both sides.
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.
Madrid eviction triggers scramble over Spain's housing law
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen in Madrid has pushed the Spanish government into urgent talks with Junts and other partners over a new emergency housing decree. The outcome could change protections for vulnerable tenants and shake up the coalition.
Ceuta president backs moving some migrant minors to mainland Spain
Juan Jesús Vivas, president of Ceuta, now says a small group of unaccompanied migrant minors who cannot be sent back to Morocco may be moved to the Spanish mainland. This breaks with the Partido Popular’s hard line and shows clear splits inside the party.
Card payment will be required at all fast EV chargers in Spain from 2027
From January 2027, drivers in Spain, France, and Italy will pay for fast electric car charging with a bank card. The EU will require a rapid charging station every 60 km on main roads, ending the maze of apps and operator cards.
Liux aims at city drivers with electric car under eighteen thousand euros
Liux is getting ready to shake up city transport with the Big, an electric quadricycle built in Guadalajara. Priced below eighteen thousand euros and made with flax fiber biocomposites, the Big is designed for efficiency and sustainability.
Guardia Civil finds note tying minister’s sister to Venezuelan citizenship case
A handwritten note uncovered by the Guardia Civil points to Sofía Puente, sister of Transport Minister Óscar Puente, taking a personal interest in the Spanish citizenship process for exiled Venezuelan official Nervis Villalobos. The case now pulls in the Leire Díez network and raises questions about public money.
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