El Palmar de Troya ranks among Spain’s poorest towns
El Palmar de Troya recorded the lowest gross average income per tax return in Seville province in 2024: €16,078. It ranked tenth-lowest in Spain, while Tomares led the province at €41,622.
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Rent pushes one in three working tenants into poverty
Oxfam Intermón says housing costs leave 770,000 workers in Spain in poverty after they pay market-rate rent. Among working tenants the rate rises from 19.35% before rent to 34.08% afterwards.
Andalusians claim cadet crowns at Spain’s mountain running final
Lucas Gámez Zea and Mattie Yáñez Walkley won the cadet races at the Spanish mountain-running Cup final in Jumilla. Andalusian runners also took medals in the senior overall standings.
Spain’s income map shows a sharp divide between neighbourhoods
Spain’s new income map uses 2024 personal income tax returns to show gross average household income in more than 36,000 census sections. The figures expose sharp gaps within cities and across regions.
Santander tops Spain’s recommended stock picks
The Ibex fell 2.74% in September, but 28% of European fund managers still favour an overweight position in Spanish shares, the highest reading since May 2018. Santander leads the stock picks, with Indra in second place.
Spain climbs to 23rd in global startup ranking
Spain moved up three places in Opinium’s 2026 ranking of 50 countries for starting a business. It scored highest for human capital and lowest for governance and market potential.
CIS poll puts PSOE nearly 12 points ahead
The CIS estimates PSOE support at 34% and PP support at 22.2%. Several pollsters say the sample includes too many people recalling a PSOE vote in 2023; the institute says it weights recalled votes in its final estimates.
CIS puts PSOE 11.8 points ahead of PP
The CIS’s October barometer estimates the PSOE’s vote share at 34%, against 22.2% for the PP. Vox is also up as housing disputes shape the campaign before the November 29 election.
La 1 leads Spain’s TV ratings with National Day parade
RTVE says the parade averaged 2,722,000 viewers and a 50.5% share, while the wider special averaged 2,254,000 with a 47.5% share. La 1 led the day with 15.2%.
Canary Islands see 1,107 arrivals in nine boats
Nine boats brought 1,107 people to the Canary Islands since Friday. Sunday saw 668 arrivals and six people taken to hospital, one in critical condition, as arrivals climbed after a steep early-year fall.
Ferrera and Román Shake Up the Toroslam Rankings
A double Puerta Grande at Las Ventas sent Antonio Ferrera and Román up the rankings. Cristiano Torres led Zaragoza numerically, while Roca Rey extended his Valencia advantage.
Thousands of Spanish EV chargers sit idle as rollout falters
Spain’s public EV charging network now counts 58,075 points, but almost a quarter are unusable and installation has slowed sharply. Technical breakdowns and bureaucracy are stalling the country’s electric mobility lead.
Thousands of Spanish EV chargers sit unused as rollout falters
Spain’s electric vehicle charging network looks impressive on paper, but nearly 18,000 public chargers are offline because of technical problems or missing grid connections. The gap between installed and working stations is slowing the country’s shift to electric cars.
Copper thefts cripple Spanish infrastructure and electric mobility
Spain is seeing a surge in copper thefts at construction sites and railways, with solar farms also targeted. The crime wave is disrupting electric vehicle charging and public transport, exposing security gaps and threatening the country’s energy transition.
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 beginning to close the gap after years of slow progress.
Guardia Civil cracks down on distracted drivers in Cantabria
The Guardia Civil and local police are increasing roadside checks across Cantabria this week, focusing on drivers distracted by mobile phones. Distraction is linked to 32% of fatal crashes in Spain, with officers and surveillance cameras deployed across the region.
Used car prices in Spain see sharpest drop in a year
Spain’s used car market has weakened, with average prices down by over 1,000 euros from 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 put the annual cost at up to 5,000 euros, with upkeep and taxes, alongside community fees, quickly adding up. Many owners underestimate the financial impact of keeping a home unoccupied.
Spain extends unbeaten run to forty three official matches
Spain’s national football team has now gone 43 official matches without a defeat. The streak, which has lasted more than three and a half years, reflects a rare level of consistency and ability to recover, even against top European rivals.
Spain sets the stage for high-stakes general elections in November
Spain will elect 350 deputies and 208 senators on November 29. Only people listed in the Electoral Census can vote. Voters should confirm their registration and polling station details ahead of the election.
Bárbara Burgos Blasco named top young ophthalmologist in Spain
At 33, Bárbara Burgos Blasco has been recognized as Spain’s leading young ophthalmologist. The Arruga 2026 award recognizes her work in research and teaching, along with her clinical care at Hospital Clínico San Carlos.
Eleven Spanish universities drive real change in social and environmental policy
A new ranking singles out eleven Spanish universities for their leadership in social responsibility and environmental management. The data reveals sharp contrasts between public and private institutions and exposes persistent gender gaps at the highest academic levels.
One in Four Spanish Cars Faces Ban in New Emissions Crackdown
Spain’s low-emission zones are about to sideline over 10 million cars. Granada tops the list for vehicles without environmental labels, while Madrid and Barcelona see faster fleet renewal. The rules are set to reshape daily mobility.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Porsche 911 GT3 driver sets French speed record at 312 kmh
A Porsche 911 GT3 was clocked at 312 km/h on a mountain highway in Haute-Savoie, setting a new French public-road speed record. The driver faces criminal charges and a hefty fine, and could lose both car and license.
Meningitis warning reaches only a minority of Spanish families
Only 27% of Spanish parents know meningitis can become fatal within hours. Awareness is even lower among teenagers, despite the risk of lasting damage.
Nissan MICRA electric gains ground as QASHQAI e‑POWER surges in Spain
Nissan’s latest figures show the MICRA electric climbing in city car rankings while the QASHQAI e-POWER strengthens its position among Spanish SUVs. The brand’s commercial vehicles also post strong results, pointing to a strategic shift in Spain’s electrified mobility field.
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.
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.
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.