Microplastics Make Older Snow Melt Faster in the Pyrenees
Field tests near Formigal found that microplastics can lower snow reflectivity. In older snow, they increased melting by up to 17 percent.
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Spain leaves osteoporosis patients exposed after a first fracture
Spain records about 285,000 fragility fractures each year. Specialists say too many eligible patients still miss treatment and follow-up after a first fracture.
Zeekr 9X shakes up Spain’s luxury SUV market
The Zeekr 9X has arrived in Spain with a €121,500 price tag, making it the priciest Chinese car sold there. Its lavish build and technology put it up against rivals that cost nearly twice as much.
How precise diagnosis is changing hematology care at a Madrid hospital
At Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez Díaz, specialists showed patients and trainees how hematology care draws on blood counts and cellular studies, with genetic tests adding further detail. The meeting also covered new treatments and transfusion support, alongside research and patient services.
Lucid Slashes Production and Delays Spanish Launch to 2027
Lucid has cut vehicle production by more than half and postponed its Spanish market debut to 2027. The company’s latest figures reveal deepening challenges as premium electric buyers in Spain turn to established German and American rivals.
Supreme Court gives parties 48 hours on grandson law
Spain's Supreme Court has given the parties until 15:00 Thursday to address the suspension of overseas voter registrations under the 'ley de nietos'. The court must decide whether the measure will affect the 29 November general election.
Mercedes S 450 d 4Matic redefines diesel luxury
The Mercedes S 450 d 4Matic pairs a diesel engine with high-end features. Its comfort and efficiency, backed by strong performance, offer a distinctive take on the luxury sedan.
Stellantis targets 2028 for hands free driving debut
Stellantis plans to launch its Level 2++ hands-free driving system in North America by 2028. Developed with Wayve AI, the technology is designed for hands-free driving in both city and highway traffic.
Madrid leaves rest of Spain behind in used car sales boom
Madrid sold more used cars in September than 30 other provinces put together. Sales jumped 34.6 percent, even as most of Spain saw numbers drop. Diesel cars still rule the market.
Shakira Asks Barcelona Court to Change Travel Terms for Her Children
Shakira has asked a Barcelona court to change the travel arrangements for Milan and Sasha. Her lawyers say the proposal would share the burden between the adults without reducing the children's time with Gerard Piqué.
Shakira and Piqué face Barcelona court over child travel plan
Shakira and Piqué appeared in Barcelona over travel arrangements for their children. Shakira's lawyers want Piqué to make short holiday visits in Miami instead of having Milan and Sasha fly between Spain and the United States.
Spanish car owners face soaring repair bills as parts prices explode
The cost of keeping a car on the road in Spain is rising sharply. Mechanics and families are feeling the pressure as repair bills and parts prices climb, threatening the future of private car ownership.
Prat backs a vote after Sánchez calls Spain's early election
Pedro Sánchez has called Spain's election for 29 November 2026. Joaquín Prat says voters need a clear choice after Congress rejected the government's housing measures.
Mónica García Seeks Congress Seat as Left Alliance Lacks Candidate
Spain's general election is set for 29 November 2026, but the Frente Amplio still has no agreed leader or formal structure. Mónica García wants the top Madrid slot, while support for Ada Colau is growing and Podemos remains central to any broad deal.
Shakira seeks Miami visits for her children in Barcelona court dispute
Shakira and Gerard Piqué appeared in court in Barcelona over their children’s visitation schedule. She wants shorter holiday visits to take place in Miami to protect their routine.
Renault Megane E-Tech 2027 shakes up Spain’s electric car market
Renault’s Megane E-Tech 2027 arrives in Spain with a bold redesign and a bigger battery, while its price undercuts rivals. The compact EV claims up to 500 km of range and adds advanced features.
RTVE triggers Spanish TV shake-up with DVB-T2 and Ultra HD rollout
RTVE will overhaul its digital terrestrial television on November 5, introducing Ultra HD for La 2 and a pioneering accessible radio service for people with hearing disabilities. Viewers must retune their TVs to access the new channels and features.
BPCE takes a 7% stake in Banco Sabadell
BPCE has acquired about 7% of Banco Sabadell for an estimated 1.2 billion euros. The French group will explore cooperation in corporate and investment banking, lending, leasing and cross-border activities while keeping its stake below 9.9%.
Women carry a heavier lifetime burden of pain
Women report more pain across most stages of life. Researchers link the gap to physiology and to the combined effects of paid work and unequal family care.
Puigdemont cleared to return as Supreme Court halts arrest order
Carles Puigdemont is set to return to Catalonia after nine years away. The Supreme Court has suspended his arrest warrant after the Constitutional Court backed amnesty for his alleged misuse of public funds during the independence lead.
Belgian couple reveals the real cost of company cars
Tom and Sofie Vanpraet pay just 339 euros a month for two company SUVs in Belgium. Their story exposes the sharp contrast between corporate perks and the true cost of private car ownership.
Barcelona Brings Back #EstàsON Science Workshops for Young Learners
Barcelona libraries and Barcelona Activa have reopened #EstàsON workshops for children. Registration is open for sessions that use experiments and play to explore science and technology.
Catalonia storm keeps emergency services on high alert
Rain is moving north across Catalonia, with storms expected to bring up to 60 mm in three hours. Crews are restoring power while firefighters search for a missing child in Granollers.
Prince Daniel of Sweden opens Prado tribute
The Museo del Prado has opened a major tribute to Queen Cristina of Sweden. Prince Daniel's visit brought the Swedish royal story into Madrid's cultural spotlight.
Puigdemont puede regresar a España, pero faltan documentos oficiales
Carles Puigdemont could return to Spain without facing immediate arrest. The Supreme Court set aside the national arrest warrant, information from the material provided, but the application of the amnesty and the formal lifting of the warrants still need to be confirmed by official documents.
Andalucía faces sharp drop in used car sales as rivals accelerate
Andalucía remains Spain’s top region for used-car sales, but September brought a steep decline. As other regions gain ground, uneven provincial results and rising demand for younger vehicles are reshaping the market.
Madrid drives Spain's private healthcare expansion
Madrid remains Spain's leading region for healthcare privatisation. Asturias is catching up fastest, alongside Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha, while private cover and out-of-pocket costs widen differences in access.
Spanish cities gain power to raise street parking fees for large cars
A new Spanish decree allows city councils to charge higher street parking fees for larger vehicles. The measure aims to improve urban mobility and safety by discouraging oversized cars and giving pedestrians more space.
Madrid gears up for robotaxis as Europe pushes for unified rules
Madrid could see driverless robotaxis on its streets before year-end. Spain and the European Commission are working to align rules, with the aim of making commercial self-driving vehicles a reality across Europe.
Constitutional Court clears path for Puigdemont's return
Spain's Constitutional Court is expected to extend the amnesty to embezzlement. The decision could remove the basic legal barrier to Carles Puigdemont's return before the elections.
Dongfeng rolls out all-electric lineup in Spain
Dongfeng, the Chinese car giant with more than 50 years of history, is making a direct push into Spain. The brand sells only electrified models there, aiming to shake up the market with urban EVs and plug-in hybrids for Spanish buyers.
El Hormiguero vuelve a cargar contra Pedro Sánchez
The snap election prompted El Hormiguero to move up its political affairs segment. Carlos Latre parodied Pedro Sánchez with a proposal for Puerta del Sol, while Pablo Motos invited the president and other leaders to explain their plans in interviews of about 70 minutes.
MG ZS Hybrid gets major upgrade for Spanish market
MG has updated its ZS SUV in Spain, revising the hybrid system and adding equipment alongside refreshed interiors. The changes reinforce the model’s position in the competitive family SUV segment.
Blue license plates mark legal taxis and VTCs in Spain
Since 2018, taxis and VTCs in Spain have been required to display a blue rear license plate. Promoted by the taxi sector, the marker aims to curb illegal operators and show which vehicles are authorized to carry passengers.
Fernando Alonso Sets Aston Martin Dakar Return for 2027
Fernando Alonso is preparing for a 2027 Dakar comeback in a former Dacia Sandrider developed by Prodrive. The car would carry Aston Martin colours, with Marc Coma expected to return as his co-driver.