Electric car owners in Spain cannot pass the cost of charging points or electricity to their neighbors. The law makes each driver responsible for installation and energy bills in shared garages, closing a loophole that once fueled disputes.
A sudden downpour in Madrid turned the Puerta del Sol encampment into a test of endurance, forcing protesters to scramble for makeshift solutions as water poured through tarps and tents. The storm disrupted metro lines and brought the first major rains of autumn to the city.
A powerful gas explosion tore through a recently built apartment block in Valdemoro, Madrid, killing three dogs and injuring a fourth. Residents escaped harm, but the blast prompted a major emergency response and left the building’s community shaken.
The EBRO S700 is challenging rivals in Spain’s SUV market with a plug-in hybrid system that delivers up to 90 km of electric driving. Priced below basic competitors and assembled in Barcelona, it pairs Chinese technology with a well-equipped interior.
Renault is doubling down on its Spanish factories, launching a new wave of hybrid SUVs aimed at matching Toyota’s reliability. With over €600 million invested and five new models secured, Spain’s auto industry is in the spotlight.
Miriam Garlo won the Goya for best new actress. Her novel revisits years of isolation and the struggle to accept deaf identity, after sign language changed how she understood herself.
Turin’s Heritage Hub marks the Fiat 124’s 60th anniversary with a rare exhibition. Five historic models and original brochures show how the Italian sedan became a worldwide phenomenon and shaped mobility for decades.
A four-storey residential building in Valdemoro’s hospital district erupted in flames early Wednesday. Authorities suspect an explosion may have triggered the fire. The building was evacuated as firefighters and Guardia Civil rushed to the scene. The number of victims and the exact cause remain unknown.
Geely has launched the Monjaro EM-i, its largest SUV and first plug-in hybrid in the D segment. With a 1.5-liter turbo engine, two electric motors and a 40 kWh battery, it claims an electric range of up to 170 km and a total driving range of more than 1,100 km.
Spain's doctors have postponed their indefinite stoppage planned for 28 October after an early general election was called for 29 November 2026. The strike remains active and could resume if the next Government does not address demands for a separate medical statute.
Chinese automaker iCaur, part of Chery Group, is preparing to enter Europe in 2027 with three electric and range-extended SUVs. Its flagship, the iCaur V27, pairs large size and power with hybrid technology.
Jaguar has unveiled the Type 01, a four-door electric GT with 1030 horsepower and three electric motors, wrapped in an unconventional design. Orders open in early 2027, with a starting price of 165000 euros.
Spain’s car industry stands at a crossroads as Chinese manufacturers move in and historic brands such as SEAT face possible extinction. The country’s factories are shifting from European to Asian control, raising questions about employment and technology, as well as Spain’s role in the global automotive race.
Rodalies has suspended all service in Catalonia after drivers refused to run trains. Renfe and Adif say safety conditions are met, but passengers must rely on road alternatives as the return to normal service remains uncertain.
Thousands of small businesses have disappeared from rural Spain, leaving entire regions struggling to maintain jobs and attract new residents. The challenge goes beyond population loss: businesses also face a growing burden of bureaucracy.
At 33, Bárbara Burgos Blasco has been recognized as Spain’s leading young ophthalmologist. The Arruga 2026 award recognizes her work in research and teaching, along with her clinical care at Hospital Clínico San Carlos.
Eduardo Villalobo lost Maya in the Hamas attack on 7 October 2023. He rejects hatred and wants to understand those responsible. For him, peace between Palestinians and Israelis must remain possible.
Spain's Constitutional Court has told the Tribunal Supremo to apply the amnesty law in the first case it reviewed. Arrest warrants for three Catalan leaders have been suspended provisionally while the Supreme Court studies the ruling.
CCOO and UGT have agreed to call a 24-hour general strike over wages and access to housing. The action is planned for autumn, following Spain’s announcement of an early election and before the official campaign begins, the unions say.
Pedro Sánchez has revived the coalition's housing decrees ahead of Spain's 29 November election. PSOE and Frente Amplio are both claiming credit for the measures and blaming each other for delays and resistance.
A new ranking singles out eleven Spanish universities for their leadership in social responsibility and environmental management. The data reveals sharp contrasts between public and private institutions and exposes persistent gender gaps at the highest academic levels.
Renault will invest €600 million in Spain by 2030 to launch five new models. Two will be electric, and Valladolid will get a battery assembly line. The move secures thousands of jobs and marks a turning point for Spain’s auto industry.
France's BPCE has bought about 7% of Sabadell for roughly €1.2 billion and may lift its holding to 9.9%. Alongside Zurich's 4.95% stake, the French group's investment would bolster Sabadell's shareholder base after BBVA's failed takeover bid.
Hyundai has launched the Ioniq 3, a compact electric car designed for European cities. With two battery options and up to 497 km of range, it is targeting Spain’s crowded urban EV market.
Emergency crews have rescued 24 people from vehicles across Tarragona. Xerta suffered the worst flooding as alerts spread toward Barcelona and Girona.
Rain stopped trains between Sant Vicenç de Calders and Tarragona for about 40 minutes, disrupting the R14, R15, R16 and R17 lines. Renfe restored service at 21:50.
Shakira argues that trips between Miami and Barcelona should not fall solely on Milan and Sasha. Her proposal has Piqué make the journeys during shorter holidays.
Spain's TDT will change on 5 November 2026. Homes must rescan channels as UHD broadcasts expand and La Séptima enters the national television market.
Felipe VI called for joint protection of the EU's external borders during his visit to Helsinki. Finland backed Spain over Ceuta, tying southern border security to defence in the Arctic.
The PNV will again back Pedro Sánchez's first housing decree, giving it a possible route through the Diputación Permanente. The party still rejects the second text because it would allow indefinite rental contracts.
Protesters at Madrid's Puerta del Sol used buckets to clear water from flooded tents during a powerful storm. They still planned to stay overnight as the camp remained a focal point in Spain's housing conflict.
Catalonia is facing a fourth day of torrential rain. Rescuers have freed 22 people as roads remain closed across Tarragona and alerts spread to 12 comarcas.
Sixteen Rioja companies are presenting their produce at Fruit Attraction. Regional support covers 84,863 euros of the shared stand in Madrid.
Judge María Tardón has ordered Ceuta to submit its call records. The request covers contacts with Pedro Sánchez and La Moncloa during the border crisis.
Francis Halzen has received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for turning Antarctic ice into a detector for high-energy neutrinos. IceCube gives scientists a direct way to trace particles from some of the Universe's most violent events.
