European Solar Telescope Joins ESFRI Landmark Network
The European Solar Telescope now has ESFRI Landmark status. Spain leads the La Palma project, which will use a 4.2-metre mirror to study solar magnetic activity and space weather.
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Four Asian cars achieve perfect reliability in major owner survey
A survey of more than 39,000 car owners found that repair bills are rising fast. Only four Asian models remained completely trouble-free, while European brands lagged behind.
Sumar allies skip Monday summit after election call
Compromís, Chunta Aragonesista and Més per Mallorca stayed away from Sumar's meeting. The parties will negotiate separately while waiting for guarantees on confederal rules.
Peter Marino Restores Coco Chanel's La Pausa
La Pausa has reopened after a careful restoration led by Peter Marino. The villa retains Coco Chanel's austere design and personal details, and Matthieu Blazy has made it the setting for Chanel's first spring campaign.
Spanish companies stall on electric cars as private buyers surge ahead
Spanish companies buy most new cars but resist electric models. Only 10 percent of their purchases are zero-emission vehicles, compared with 25 percent for private buyers. New incentives target small businesses, but the gap remains.
Spanish car buyers use AI before heading to dealerships
A new study shows that 83 percent of Spanish car buyers now turn to artificial intelligence before making a purchase. The shift is changing model choices and how buyers weigh decisions, with savings also in play.
Dacia’s new roof awning turns any car into a weekend camper
Dacia’s 3x3 metre roof awning gives drivers instant outdoor shelter. The new InNature accessory makes camping easy and affordable, with no full camper conversion needed.
Granollers in turmoil after late storm alert
A sudden downpour flooded Granollers and stranded commuters. Residents say emergency alerts came too late and are demanding answers from city officials.
Madrid Court Blocks Immediate Removal of Sol Camp
Madrid's High Court has refused an immediate eviction from Sol. The housing protest camp remains outside the regional government headquarters while the state responds through the ordinary legal procedure.
Madrid opens flu vaccination to children through age seven
Madrid's 2026/2027 flu campaign began on 5 October with 1.79 million doses. Children through age seven are now covered, while people over 70 and at-risk patients can receive flu and Covid vaccines at the same appointment.
Modern cars with emission faults outpollute well-kept classics
A technical report finds that a small number of faulty modern vehicles are responsible for half of urban pollution, while many older cars remain clean if properly maintained. The findings raise questions about the fairness of age-based driving restrictions.
Primavera Sound unveils its 25th anniversary lineup
Doechii leads a 151-artist bill built around indie favourites, new voices and a stronger female presence. Primavera Sound will run in Barcelona from 3 to 5 June 2027, with a free opening day and an electronic programme on 6 June.
Cristina Gutiérrez at a turning point after sponsor loss
Cristina Gutiérrez nearly quit rally racing when her basic sponsor left. Grit and a strong support network kept Spain’s Dakar trailblazer in the game. Her story exposes the tough side of motorsport.
Granollers hit by flash floods as Catalonia faces severe weather emergency
Granollers woke to flooded streets and school closures as Catalonia’s emergency alert system was triggered by sudden, intense rainfall. Disruption hit transport and hospitals, affecting thousands of residents, while authorities warned that conditions had exceeded all forecasts.
Electric rally car shakes up competition in the Canary Islands
A fully electric rally car is challenging old assumptions about speed and endurance in the Canary Islands. The “cero emisiones, cero excusas” campaign reaches beyond technology, making a case for motorsport's future and environmental responsibility.
Alimentaria FoodTech 2026 puts learning factories on display
More than 330 exhibitors will gather in Barcelona in October. Live production tools will show how artificial intelligence is moving onto the factory floor, with sensors and automation in use.
Vall d'Hebron identifies a target linked to melanoma resistance
Vall d'Hebron researchers identified p38α as a possible target in melanoma treatment. Blocking the protein improved anti-PD-1 responses in experimental models and revealed a nine-gene signature linked to treatment outcomes.
South Africa blanks Spain in historic Sevilla rugby showdown
South Africa’s women’s rugby team shut out Spain 20-0 in Sevilla before a crowd of more than 2,000, putting the spotlight on the fast-growing women’s game in Andalucía. Spain’s national team had never played in the city, and six local players featured in its squad.
Madrid court blocks immediate eviction of Sol camp
Madrid's top regional court has refused an immediate eviction order. The judges want the Government Delegation to respond before ruling on the camp's future.
Ángel Arroyo leaves a disputed mark on Spanish cycling
Ángel Arroyo has died in Ávila at 70. His career included a Vuelta lead erased by a doping sanction and a historic second-place finish in the Tour de France.
Vall d'Hebron study points to p38α in melanoma resistance
Researchers at Vall d’Hebron found that blocking p38α improved anti-PD-1 treatment in melanoma models. The work also identified a nine-gene signature linked to treatment response and survival.
Spain Heads to General Elections on 29 November 2026
Pedro Sánchez has called early general elections for 29 November 2026 after Congress rejected two housing decrees. The decision sets a compressed campaign timetable and ends the current parliamentary route.
Sumar presents Frente Amplio as the left's election key
Movimiento Sumar says it is ready for Spain's early election. Its Frente Amplio alliance with IU Comuns and Más Madrid aims to secure a decisive role for the left.
Pedro Sánchez calls Spain’s election after Congress defeat
Pedro Sánchez has brought Spain’s general election forward to 29 November after Congress rejected two housing decrees. The vote exposed the coalition government’s weak grip on parliament after months of pressure.
Search for missing young man resumes in Pineda de Mar after torrential rains
Rescue teams in Pineda de Mar have resumed their search for a young man swept away by floodwaters after a weekend of intense rain. The operation paused overnight and now faces fresh challenges as heavy rain returns to the region.
Red alert hits Barcelona outskirts over extreme rainfall threat
AEMET has raised the warning to red across Barcelona's inland outskirts. Torrential rain threatens sudden flooding while emergency teams search for one missing person.
Deadly floods hit Spain as storms trigger chaos in multiple provinces
Spain is reeling from a powerful storm system that has unleashed deadly floods and landslides. Emergency alerts remain in force across four provinces, with rivers overflowing and roads cut off; fatalities have been reported in Catalonia. Authorities urge extreme caution as the crisis deepens.
SEAT 2000-D: The car that defined Madrid taxis
The SEAT 2000-D became a fixture of Madrid’s taxi fleet. Its Mercedes-Benz diesel engine and durable construction made it a practical choice for Spanish city drivers.
Luxury cars seized as Málaga targets criminal fuel empire
Police in Málaga confiscated 155 assets from criminal groups in a single year, including high-end vehicles and yachts, along with real estate. The crackdown reveals how drug and fuel trafficking leaves a trail of luxury and millions in state revenue.
Manganese nanodots offer a safer route for MRI contrast
Spanish researchers have developed five-nanometre carbon nanodots with stable manganese. In rodent studies, the particles matched gadolinium’s contrast performance while showing fluorescence and good biocompatibility.
Hydrogen Cars Lose Ground as Battery Vehicles Dominate Sales
Hydrogen-powered cars are falling behind in Europe, with annual sales dwarfed by a single month of Tesla Model 3 registrations in Spain. High costs and energy inefficiency, compounded by poor infrastructure, are pushing buyers toward battery electric vehicles.
Spain's Left Races to Build Unity Under Election Pressure
Izquierda Unida, Más Madrid, Comuns and Movimiento Sumar will present the Frente Amplio on October 17. They still need to agree on its leadership and Podemos' role before a possible early election narrows the window for negotiations.
Suzuki Jimny Heritage automatic edition vanishes from Australian showrooms
Suzuki Australia has unveiled the final Jimny Heritage series, this time with automatic transmission and just 300 numbered units. The model’s distinctive retro details and market exclusivity highlight what European buyers are missing.
Spain's housing defeat exposes Sánchez's six-vote problem
The Government lost its first housing decree by six votes. Junts had sent a counterproposal with several of the same measures, but the dispute exposed Sánchez's dependence on the radical left.
Covid peaks shift toward late summer in Catalonia
A Catalan study of 30,000 PCR samples found Covid peaks in August and September. The pattern has reopened debate over the timing of autumn vaccination, but researchers say more evidence is needed.