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José Mota finds freedom in the streets of his childhood
For José Mota, coming home to pan y chocolate after school is tied to the freedom he once knew in Montiel. His memories open a window onto a Spain where childhood meant independence and simple pleasures.
Electric cars grab a third of Europe's car sales as Spain picks up speed
Electric cars now make up a third of new car sales across Europe. With fuel prices climbing and more affordable models on offer, Spain is finally starting to close the gap after years of slow progress.
EU combustion car ban stalls as 2035 deadline slips into doubt
Brussels has pulled the plug on a crucial vote to end sales of combustion engine cars by 2035, throwing the EU’s climate plan and the future of Europe’s car industry into uncertainty.
FIC 2028 takes its campaign to Barcelona
FIC 2028 directors Jesús Manuel Hernández and Darío Sánchez are meeting potential exhibitors and visitors at Alimentaria FoodTech in Barcelona. The visit forms part of the early campaign for the next Feria de la Industria Cárnica in Guijuelo.
Young endocrinologists sharpen care for chronic hypoparathyroidism
More than 40 young specialists met in Madrid for Emerging Experts. The programme focused on chronic hypoparathyroidism and the decisions that go beyond calcium control.
Spanish doctors triple survival for multiple myeloma patients
Spanish patients with multiple myeloma now live three times longer than before, thanks to a wave of medical innovation and close cooperation between researchers and the pharmaceutical industry. Some even achieve functional remission.
Feijóo seeks tighter checks on postal voting
Alberto Núñez Feijóo will ask the electoral authority for stronger safeguards before Spain's 29 November election. He says his doubts concern Correos executives, not postal workers, reviving a dispute from 2023.
Rosalía takes Spain's 2026 National Award for Current Music
Rosalía has received Spain's top current music award for LUX. The jury praised the album's ambition, reach and creative risk, while also recognising the wider career behind it.
Guardia Civil cracks down on distracted drivers in Cantabria
Guardia Civil and local police are stepping up roadside checks across Cantabria this week, zeroing in on drivers distracted by mobile phones. With phone use linked to a large share of deadly crashes, officers and surveillance cameras are out in force.
Más Madrid puts Ada Colau forward for Frente Amplio leadership
Más Madrid has proposed Ada Colau as Frente Amplio's candidate for the presidency of the Government and as the lead candidate in Barcelona. Comuns, IU and Podemos are demanding a wider agreement on the alliance's candidate and selection process.
Mars cloud defies expectations with an extreme ice-forming process
Each spring, a 1,800-kilometre cloud appears above Arsia Mons. Researchers say it forms without dust or other particles, forcing a rethink of how clouds develop on Mars.
Hazte Oír asks Spain's Supreme Court to investigate seven Constitutional Court judges
Hazte Oír has taken its challenge to Spain's Supreme Court, accusing seven Constitutional Court magistrates of exceeding their powers in the malversación amnesty case. The complaint targets the court's ruling in the case of former Catalan minister Dolors Bassa.
Philips brings AI diagnostics to Spanish hospitals
Philips is rolling out AI-powered diagnostic tools across Spain, pushing hospitals to rethink how they deliver care. Miguel de Foronda says only real, scalable innovation can keep up with growing patient needs.
AbbVie: Spain risks falling behind in global pharma innovation
AbbVie's top executive in Spain warns that the country could lose its place in global medical innovation unless it ramps up investment and reforms. He calls for bold moves to keep Spain competitive as Europe trails the US and China.
Oil surge and rising debt yields drag Ibex 35 lower
The Ibex 35 drops 1.17% as oil moves above $100 a barrel and government debt yields rise. Spanish banks are watching credit demand closely, but lending volumes remain healthy for now.
Madrid specialists turn to chronic hypoparathyroidism
Nearly 50 young endocrinology specialists met in Madrid for the first Emerging Experts programme. The training focused on chronic hypoparathyroidism, a rare disease estimated to affect around 13,000 people in Spain.
Rosalía takes Spain's 2026 National Contemporary Music Award
Rosalía has received Spain's 2026 National Contemporary Music Award for 'LUX'. The jury praised the album's reach, experimentation and role in taking Spanish music to audiences abroad.
Rodalies grinds to a halt as drivers demand safer tracks
A drivers' stoppage halted Rodalies after days of heavy rain. Trains were suspended across key routes, while buses and other services could not handle the demand.
Porsche lifts curtain on Mission S, a new supercar above the 911
Porsche is building a new mid-engine supercar platform that will sit above the 911. The Mission S prototype, coming in October, marks a sharp turn in the brand’s lineup and strategy.
Lumina makes suspended light part of the architecture
Faro Barcelona presents Lumina as a sculptural lighting system. Xavier Carrasquet uses fluted glass and modular elements to spread warm reflected light through architectural spaces.
Hyundai IONIQ 3 launches in Spain with record range under thirty thousand
Hyundai’s IONIQ 3 arrives in Spain with a starting price below thirty thousand euros and a headline range of 496 km. The compact electric car targets city drivers and long-distance commuters alike, shaking up the affordable EV segment.
Chinese car giant triggers security fears near Spanish naval base
SAIC’s plan for a car plant in Ferrol has rattled Spain’s defense circles. The factory’s location near a major naval base has turned an economic deal into a security headache for Madrid and its allies.
Satellite images expose how humans are reshaping Earth
At CaixaForum Girona, satellite images connect polar ice loss, extreme rain and pollution with places people know. The exhibition asks visitors to look at environmental change from above, then consider its effects on the ground.
PharmaMar faces hurdles bringing Zepzelca to European patients
Zepzelca, PharmaMar’s treatment for small cell lung cancer, remains out of reach for European patients as regulatory and reimbursement processes drag on. Despite proven benefits and US approval, the drug’s future in Spain depends on government action and industry support.
Electric cars overtake combustion engines on Austria’s fastest highways
Austria has introduced a two-speed highway system where electric cars can legally drive up to 130 km/h while combustion and hybrid vehicles are restricted to 100 km/h in certain regions. The rule is enforced on hundreds of kilometers and violations carry steep penalties.
Spanish generic medicines face crisis as price rules threaten supply
Spain’s generic drug sector is sounding the alarm over government price controls that, according to industry leaders, are pushing prices to unsustainable lows and risking the country’s ability to guarantee vital medicines.
Third death confirmed as Catalonia storm searches continue
A third person has died in Catalonia after severe flooding. Two people remain missing as rescue teams deal with damaged rail links, power cuts and new weather warnings.
Genesis GV60 Magma launches in Spain with 650 horsepower
Genesis makes its Spanish debut with the GV60 Magma, a 650-horsepower electric SUV that blends luxury and high performance. The model introduces the Magma line and sets a new benchmark for premium electric driving.
OMODA sets sights on Spain with two new SUVs for 2027
OMODA & JAECOO will pull the wraps off the OMODA 4 and a new OMODA 5 at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Both SUVs are due in Spain in 2027, as the brand looks to tighten its grip on the C-SUV market.
The PSOE Faces a High-Stakes Election Test
Spain will vote on 29 November 2026 after Pedro Sánchez dissolved parliament and called an early general election. Polls put the PSOE and the wider left under pressure as alliance talks remain unresolved and housing dominates the campaign.
Rodalies trains resume after Semaf validates safety reports
Rodalies services are returning in stages after Semaf approved the safety reports required by drivers. Storm-damaged sections remain closed while new operational checks continue.
Incyte Biosciences Iberia demands faster access to new medicines
Incyte Biosciences Iberia has invested €130 million in Spanish R&D and clinical trials, but patients still wait too long for new treatments. Company leaders want clearer deals and quicker approvals to match Spain’s scientific strength.
Spanish pharmacies face foreign takeover threat
Spain’s unique pharmacy system is under fire as foreign groups and regulatory changes threaten the independence of local pharmacists. Industry leaders warn that the country’s healthcare access and rural cohesion could be at risk if the current model is undermined.
Used car prices in Spain see sharpest drop in a year
Spain’s used car market has taken a hit, with average prices dropping by over 1000 euros compared to last year. Diesel vehicles saw the steepest decline, while Madrid remains the most expensive region for buyers.
Owning an Empty Flat in Spain Now Costs Owners Thousands Each Year
Leaving a property empty in Spain is far from free. New figures show annual costs can reach 5000 euros, with maintenance, taxes, and community fees quickly adding up. Many owners underestimate the true financial impact of keeping a home unoccupied.
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