Pablo Carreno Busta secured a place in the Estoril Open round of 16 with a 6-1, 6-3 win over Vilius Gaubas in just 81 minutes. The Spaniard dominated on clay, breaking serve multiple times.
Pablo Carreno Busta and Vilius Gaubas meet in the Estoril Open’s round of 16. The Spanish player enters as the favorite, but recent results point to a close contest. The match is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
Madrid now leads Spain in vocational education privatization: more than half of students are enrolled in private centers. More than 60,000 young people were unable to secure a public place for 2024-2025, raising concerns about access and cost.
Murcia's absenteeism rate has reached 7.7%, surpassing the national figure. Sick leaves in the region now last an average of 61 days, 17 days longer than across Spain. The trend is becoming a structural issue for local employers.
Spain's absenteeism rate reached a historic 7.6% in 2025, with economic losses totaling €59.1 billion. The postal sector is among the hardest hit, prompting new monitoring measures as companies step up controls to address unjustified absences.
Spain's Minimum Living Income now covers more than 2.6 million people in over 860,000 households, with the average monthly payment per household topping €500. Families with children can receive additional support, reflecting the program's growing reach.
La Velada del Año 6 will feature 10 boxing matches, with public voting already highlighting clear favourites. Led by Ibai Llanos, the event shifts its focus from music to the ring. Basic matchups and voting results point to strong anticipation.
Luis de la Fuente, whose record has prompted claims that he is Spain’s most decorated coach, is reported to earn €2 million annually. The RFEF renewed his contract before the 2026 World Cup, and salary reports place him among the highest-paid national team managers.
A 78-year-old woman drowned in a pool in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, bringing Catalonia’s summer water-related death toll to 23. Emergency services responded but could not save her. Authorities urge increased caution in all bathing areas.
Paula Badosa retired from the WTA 250 final in Iasi while trailing Mayar Sherif 6-4, 4-0. The Spanish player cited physical problems after a demanding clay season.
Barcelona saw nine homicides in the first half of 2026, up from five a year earlier. Police link the increase to organized crime and growing use of firearms. Meanwhile, overall crime in the city has dropped.
The Generalitat acknowledges a marked slowdown in Catalonia's rental market following the introduction of price caps. Official data show a shift towards seasonal and room rentals, with Barcelona the most affected.
The Bonoloto draw on July 19, 2026, produced a new winning combination. The prize categories and odds were clarified, and the draw continues to attract daily participation across Spain.
A six-year-old boy drowned in a Calella hotel pool on Sunday. Emergency teams and police responded, but the child could not be revived. The death brings the number of pool-related fatalities in Catalonia this summer to seven.
Jonas Vingegaard, two-time Tour de France champion, withdrew after a crash in Stage 15. The incident leaves the general classification wide open, with basic rivals now competing for podium spots.
social media and social media users worldwide faced widespread outages on Sunday morning, disrupting access to both apps and websites. Reports surged, with thousands unable to load or view content.
Spain will enter the 2026 World Cup final with one more rest day than Argentina. Experts see a slight edge for Spain. Recent tournament data supports this view.
Six months on from the Adamuz rail disaster, victims are calling for high-speed services to be halted. More than 1,000 incidents remain unresolved. Authorities have yet to assign responsibility or provide full compensation.
Stage 14 of the Tour de Francia 2026 brought fierce mountain battles and tactical shifts. Spanish riders made bold moves as weather and mechanical issues disrupted the favorites, changing basic points and standings.
The Hyundai Tucson HEV remains a top contender among compact SUVs, thanks to its spacious boot and refined ride, alongside a practical hybrid system. Its mix of space and comfort, plus its efficiency, keeps it a strong option in the Spanish market.
A Swedish investigation finds that new car touchscreens demand more driver attention than older models, raising concerns about road safety. Despite technological advances, tasks now take longer and distract drivers over greater distances.
Torrelavega's PSOE membership has risen from 400 to nearly 1,000 in six months, as upcoming primaries fuel internal disputes and a federal review. Local and national party leaders are under pressure.
The Ebola epidemic in DR Congo is worsening as health workers face attacks and resistance. Ongoing violence and community distrust are making containment efforts nearly impossible, raising fears of a much larger crisis.
The European Commission warns Spain has made only limited progress on anti-corruption reforms. Brussels calls for faster action to strengthen prevention and oversight, and to guarantee the independence of the supervisory body.
Manuel Heredia, 59, works full-time in Sant Andreu de la Barca but has spent more than a year sleeping rough in Cornellà de Llobregat. Despite a permanent contract and steady income, soaring rental costs keep him homeless, a reality facing thousands in Catalonia.
China’s car market shattered records in 2025, delivering over 34 million vehicles, 25 times Spain’s annual sales goal. Driven by new energy vehicles and exports, the surge is reshaping the global automotive field.
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have surpassed 2,000, with 754 deaths since May. The outbreak is spreading across several provinces, raising fears of further escalation and cross-border transmission.
Spain will compete at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham without its two reigning champions. Jordan Díaz is out amid ongoing issues, while Ana Peleteiro is on maternity leave after the birth of her second child. Their absence leaves the team facing a challenging scenario.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 2,000 cases. Health authorities warn of rapid community spread. Intensive efforts are underway, but most new infections are not being traced.
Independent records show Paula Badosa lost the Iasi WTA 250 final, contradicting claims she won. Later rankings and US Open results clarify her entry. She lost in Osaka in October.
Births in Catalonia have increased for the first time in 17 years, reaching 54,249 in 2025. The average maternal age is now 32.8 years. Spanish nationals account for a growing share of new mothers, while births to foreign nationals decline.
England faces India in Cardiff after a heavy ODI defeat. Squad changes and illness have forced both teams to adapt, with live coverage and expert analysis of the high-stakes encounter.
Spain is facing longer, more intense heatwaves, with official data showing a sharp rise in heat-related deaths and forecasts pointing to temperatures close to historical records. The traditional summer risk calendar is increasingly out of sync with reality.
Nearly 50% of drivers who died in Spanish road accidents in 2025 had alcohol or drugs in their system; psychotropic medications were also detected. Most were men aged 35 to 54. Authorities called the trend alarming and urged stronger preventive measures.
Sagunto has removed more than 1,400 uninsured vehicles and processed 407 permanent deregistrations, freeing thousands of parking spaces. The city’s coordinated effort aims to improve road safety and reclaim urban space for residents.
