Fundación Telefónica has awarded its first 50 advanced technology scholarships, with 22 going to students from Madrid. Overseas recipients must return to Spain after completing their studies.
Organisers put Thursday’s Madrid march at 64,000 people while the Government Delegation estimated 15,000. The universities’ platform warned of further action unless the regional government negotiates over funding.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso called the education strike “mafia corruption” during a tense Madrid Assembly session. Opposition politicians renewed demands over her pandemic care-home record as the dispute spread to public universities and railway politics.
At least nine non-university teachers staged a sit-in at Madrid’s education headquarters, demanding direct talks with regional minister Mercedes Zarzalejo. EFE reported they had been on indefinite strike since 14 October.
A two-day stoppage across Madrid’s six public universities challenged a funding deal that adds €180 million in 2027. Union estimates put participation high at the Complutense and the UAM, though regional figures were unavailable.
The Ertzaintza warned of a “very high” risk of disorder before Vito Quiles called off his Bilbao appearance. Deusto shut its campus, and at least 14 people were detained after fires broke out.
A new national statute gives students across Spain’s public and private universities the same protections. It is already in force, with deadlines for universities to establish support services and update their rules.
The Sociedad Fabiana Española has presented a new edition of Fernando de los Ríos’s ‘El sentido humanista del socialismo’ at the University of Granada’s Faculty of Law. The publication includes a preliminary study by José Antonio Montilla Martos.
Ibero-American authorities have agreed to test a joint doctoral and postdoctoral training programme before considering a permanent scheme. They will also advance a common researcher charter and review gender equality policies in science.
University leaders from Spain and Chile signed a joint declaration at La Laguna on the 20th, setting out cooperation on training and shared capacity. The next summit will take place in Chile in 2028.
University leaders from Spain and Chile signed a joint declaration in Tenerife. Their next summit is planned for Chile in 2028, extending cooperation between the two countries’ universities.
Student groups say the Government delegate and UCM rector should resign if nobody is held accountable for Wednesday’s operation. Five people were detained, and ten were injured, including two seriously.
Francisco Martín apologised for the police charge at the Complutense and ordered an urgent investigation. Five people were detained; organisers say six students were hospitalised, while officials gave conflicting counts of injured officers.
Madrid’s teachers began an open-ended strike on 14 October. Unions reported 70% participation, compared with 44.6% from the regional government; five people were detained after police charged a picket.
La Maketa arrives on 20 November, restoring Estopa material from before the band’s breakthrough. The double album pairs new versions of seven demo songs and three tracks absent from the original with home and studio recordings; four stadium dates follow in June and July 2027.
Begoña Gómez faces trial for alleged influence peddling and misappropriation, but Madrid’s prosecutor has called for her acquittal. The investigation found no personal gain or financial harm to the university. It also found no irregularities in the Complutense chair’s creation or operation.
A team at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid has developed a modular tyre fitted with sensors. Its silicone-based prototype could reduce pollution and improve road safety.
Venus has a thinner lithosphere in the north. That side also contains more than twice as many volcanoes. Researchers say the difference changes how the planet releases internal heat.
More than 80 Spanish teachers in Sardinia took part in a high-stakes training event led by Castilla y León. The goal is to make the region a leading destination for Spanish-language study and attract Italian students to its universities.
Queen Letizia opened Spain's 2026/2027 vocational training year at I.E.S. Ribera del Tajo in Talavera de la Reina. Her visit focused on a regional model that links advanced vocational study with university degrees.
Pedro Sánchez separates the Ábalos case from investigations involving his wife and brother. At Harvard, he blamed the right and far right for a campaign against his government.
Felipe VI opened Spain's 2026/2027 university year in Cartagena. Diana Morant tied universities to the climate emergency, while a professor asked campuses to design for everyone.
CULTUR.ALH has opened in Granada with a tribute to Gata Cattana. More than 60 authors and 30 free events will fill the city from 21 to 27 September.
Valentín Tacoronte visited the Cuautla site where his daughter was killed. The man accused of the murder is now in custody and faces a feminicide charge.
The killing of Claudia Tacoronte in Morelos has prompted Spanish universities to review their exchange policies. Some have suspended student mobility with the region, exposing gaps in risk communication and institutional awareness.
Nine public universities in Andalusia start the academic year with a 44 million euro deficit. The funding gap puts staff salaries and impressive services at risk. Calls for urgent action intensify as private universities expand.
Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s prime minister, is asking the court to clear her of charges related to her work at Complutense University. She denies using her position for personal gain. The case now tests the line between public office and private careers.
A cyberattack has hit the University of Barcelona, affecting some digital services. Authorities say enrollment for the new academic year will go ahead as planned. The university has put security protocols and system monitoring in place.
Spain’s government has set aside €2.559 billion for student grants in the 2026-2027 academic year. While the basic general scholarship window has closed, families can still apply for support for students with special educational needs until September. Here’s what families need to know about eligibility and deadlines for available aid.
Iván Kapustin, the top scorer in Girona’s 2025 PAU, doubts he did enough to earn his 9.8. Now at UAB, he faces new challenges adapting to university and pursuing his passion for music.
The Universitat Catalana d’Estiu closed its 58th edition amid sharp criticism of the Catalan government. Organizers cite delayed subsidies and a sense of neglect. The event’s future remains uncertain.
James, Earl of Wessex, will start university this autumn, skipping the Windsor family’s usual gap year. His decision marks a shift in royal family traditions.
From 2026, university students in Andalusia who have received a general scholarship can apply for up to €300 per language certification, with a maximum of two grants per person. Each university will set its own deadlines and requirements, directing support to students advancing their language qualifications.
A team of Clemson University students, backed by BMW, has developed the Deep Orange 17, a lightweight, solar-powered coupé that produces more energy than it consumes. The project redefines what’s possible for sustainable mobility.
Ramon Lapiedra, renowned theoretical physicist and former university leader, has died at 86. His work bridged quantum physics and civic activism in Valencia, and the impact of his ideas and actions continues to shape the region’s academic and cultural field.
