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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.
Housing Is Spain's Biggest Problem
Housing has become Spain's main concern, according to the monthly CIS survey. Prices have reached a record, the country faces a structural shortage of homes, and pressure is spreading beyond its biggest cities. The poll asks who should be held responsible.
Miguel Induráin: Cyclists face growing danger on Spain’s roads
Miguel Induráin, Spain’s most decorated cyclist, warns that roads are getting riskier for cyclists as traffic grows. With thousands of crashes every year, he calls for respect and early education to save lives.
Eighty-seven-year-old woman evicted from Madrid home after seventy years
Maricarmen, 87, was forced out of her Madrid apartment after living there since 1956. Her eviction has sparked outrage at authorities and the property company, with politicians and neighbors demanding answers.
Partial human remains discovered in Cabrera d'Anoia home
Catalan police found a man's decomposed body inside a house in Cabrera d'Anoia. The case has shocked the town as investigators try to find out if the death was natural or if a crime took place.
Police find man dead for two years in Barcelona home
Catalan police found a 77-year-old man's remains in Cabrera d’Anoia after neighbors noticed years of silence and neglect. His wife and daughter had not left the house since the pandemic and kept living with his body.
Madrid eviction exposes the cost of Spain's housing crisis
Maricarmen Abascal was taken from her Madrid home on a stretcher after police and social services enforced a court-ordered eviction. The 87-year-old paid less than €500 a month. Her case has put Spain's housing crisis back under scrutiny.
Elderly woman forced out of Madrid home despite protests and political outcry
An 87-year-old woman was evicted from her Madrid apartment as police filled the street and neighbors protested. The case has sparked a national debate and fresh demands for urgent housing reform.
Claudia Osborne opens up about her close bond with Fabiola Martínez
Claudia Osborne, expecting her third child with José Entrecanales, speaks plainly about her pregnancy and her strong relationship with Fabiola Martínez. The family stays close despite past separations and public attention.
87-Year-Old Woman Evicted From Her Madrid Home
Maricarmen has left her Madrid home after seven decades. The 87-year-old woman was taken to a Samur ambulance as supporters shouted from behind a police cordon.
Political fight erupts after 87-year-old Maricarmen is evicted in Madrid
The eviction of Maricarmen, an 87-year-old woman in a wheelchair, has set off a fierce political row in Spain. Ministers and coalition partners are now openly blaming each other for failing to protect the most vulnerable from losing their homes.
Elderly Madrid tenant evicted after rent triples under investment fund
An 87-year-old woman was forced out of her Madrid apartment after her rent shot up under a new landlord. Police carried out the eviction despite protests and last-minute offers to pay. The case shows how vulnerable tenants are in Spain’s rental market.
Police evict 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home
Maricarmen, 87, was forced out of her Madrid apartment after a lifetime there. Police cleared activists blocking the door. Officials failed to find her affordable housing. The case shows the limits of tenant protections in Spain.
One dead and 13 injured in fire at Catalan care home
One resident died after a fire broke out at a care home in L'Ametlla del Vallès. Thirteen people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation, while emergency crews assisted 78 people and evacuated residents from two floors.
Anonymous writer offers to cover Madrid tenant's rent before eviction
An anonymous writer has offered to cover the rent shortfall for Maricarmen, an 87-year-old Retiro resident facing eviction after 71 years in her home. The owner must now decide whether to accept the offer.
Ibiza wetland camp cleared in hours as residents told to leave
Authorities have started clearing out the illegal camp in Ibiza’s Ses Feixes de es Pratet, a protected wetland where about 80 people have been living in tents and shacks. Residents, many of them workers, were told they had just two hours to get out as excavators arrived.
Spain moves to slash legal alcohol limit for drivers
Spain is set to tighten its drink driving laws, aiming to cut the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers to 0.2 grams per litre. Backed by the DGT and inspired by global standards, the plan could change how Spaniards drink and drive.
Francesca Thyssen takes a public role at Madrid's museum
Francesca Thyssen is bringing more than 350 contemporary works to Madrid. Her collection will support the museum's biggest expansion and open a new chapter for the family.
Taxi pickups reveal sexual exploitation of migrant girls in Ceuta
Organized groups in Ceuta are using taxis to move migrant girls and women to clients across the city. The lack of protection and isolation of these minors has fueled a surge in sexual exploitation since the July border breach.
Portugal's Bottle Refund Scheme Faces a Social Backlash
Portugal's Volta scheme has collected more than 300 million containers. Support workers say some people can make fast cash from the system, while Lisbon warns of growing social costs.
Spain’s work commute stuck in traffic as cars rule the road
Most Spanish workers still drive to work, clogging roads and filling parking lots. A new law now forces large companies to make real mobility plans, but real alternatives are still hard to find.
Belgium hits record as over seventy towns go car-free in nationwide event
More than seventy Belgian towns shut out cars for the annual 'Domingo sin coches'. With Wallonia joining in, residents got a rare look at city life without traffic.
High speed collision sends car crashing into wall in San Juan
A violent crash at a San Juan intersection left two cars wrecked and one vehicle embedded in a wall. Despite the force of the impact, both drivers escaped with only minor injuries. Authorities point to speeding as the likely cause.
La Palma Still Lives With the Tajogaite Volcano's Aftermath
La Palma's volcano stopped erupting in 2021, but families are still waiting for permanent homes. Volcanic gases keep parts of the island restricted, and many residents continue to live with the mental health effects of the disaster.
Priscila de Oliveira breaks barriers in Spanish construction
Priscila de Oliveira is one of the few women running a construction business in Spain. Her story shows what women face in a field still run by men. More women are joining, but the gap is still wide.
Woman found dead in Leganés home sparks police investigation
A woman was found dead with clear signs of violence in her Leganés apartment after her father raised the alarm. Police are investigating, marking the second violent death of a woman in Madrid that day.
85-Year-Old Man Arrested After Woman Dies in Madrid Home
An 85-year-old man has been arrested in Madrid after a 47-year-old woman died inside their shared home in Arganzuela. Police are examining a possible strangulation and a dispute over whether she could remain in the property.
Spain’s Ageing Cars: Breakdown Risks Climb as Vehicles Stay on the Road for Decades
Nearly a third of cars in Spain are now over 20 years old. Breakdowns are becoming routine, and experts warn that outdated vehicles and skipped maintenance are putting drivers and families at risk.
Vehicle Thefts and Assaults Surge in Castilla-La Mancha
Castilla-La Mancha has recorded a 7 percent jump in crime for the first half of 2026. Vehicle thefts and violent assaults are driving the spike, with Albacete and Toledo seeing the steepest increases.
Four female students killed at Universidad Autónoma de Morelos in seven months
A Spanish student was killed while studying at Universidad Autónoma de Morelos. She is the fourth female student murdered there in seven months. The case has reignited urgent debate over gender violence and impunity in Mexico.
Toxic alcohol kills dozens in southern Nigeria
Nearly 50 people have died and over 120 more have fallen ill after consuming adulterated alcohol in Ondo, Nigeria. Health officials are racing to trace the source as the number of victims continues to rise.
Most Spanish Drivers Would Fail the Theory Test Today
A staggering 91.9 percent of Spanish drivers would not pass the theory test if they had to retake it now. A new report reveals how outdated knowledge and lack of refresher training put millions at risk on the road.
Galicia Ranks as Spain's Second Safest Region
Galicia has become Spain's second safest autonomous community, with crime rates far lower than the national average. New data shows a mixed picture: traditional crime is up slightly, but cybercrime is down.
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