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Flooding rain paralyses travel across Catalonia
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
Macron Toasts Leonor and Sofía at Royal Palace State Dinner
Emmanuel Macron surprised the Spanish royal family by publicly honoring Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía during a high-profile state dinner at the Royal Palace. Their absence did not stop them from becoming central figures in a night focused on the future of the monarchy.
Bonoloto jackpot resets after Madrid ticket wins €2,025,965.95
A ticket sold in Madrid won the €2,025,965.95 Bonoloto jackpot. The top prize starts a new accumulation for Tuesday 29 September, with the winning numbers and collection rules set out below.
Doctors' strike committee splits over indefinite walkout
Spain's medical unions are splitting over who leads the indefinite strike, registered to begin on October 28. CESM, SMA and SME will proceed without Amyts, Metges de Catalunya and O´Mega.
Alfonso Guerra backs Juan Carlos I in heated Toledo debate
Alfonso Guerra reignited Spain’s debate over its recent past by openly defending Juan Carlos I and the spirit of the Transition. In Toledo, he joined Emiliano García-Page and Rodolfo Martín Villa to urge a return to political consensus.
Adaptive cruise control triggers new driving habits on Spanish highways
Adaptive cruise control promises safer distances but often leads to abrupt braking and shifting traffic patterns. As more drivers rely on this technology, its real impact on road behavior and congestion is coming into focus.
TVE alters onscreen label as Mónica García confronts PSOE
During a live press conference outside a Madrid hospital, TVE quietly updated the onscreen label for Health Minister Mónica García to highlight her Sumar affiliation—precisely as she criticized the PSOE. The timing has reignited scrutiny over editorial choices at Spain’s public broadcaster.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's top visual arts award
Seville artist Pilar Albarracín has received Spain's 2026 National Visual Arts Award. Her performances question folklore, gender and power through a feminist lens.
Morocco puts Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri at the top of government
Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri is Morocco's first woman head of government. She takes office after the PAM-led election win and a year of growing anger among young Moroccans.
Norway leaves Spain behind in the electric car race
Norway now registers 98.3 percent electric cars while Spain, despite doubling its plug-in sales, remains far behind. Diesel has nearly vanished as Spanish buyers turn to hybrids and face a slow transition to full electrics.
Electric and Chinese cars reshape World Car of the Year 2027 race
Nearly half the World Car of the Year 2027 shortlist comes from China. Electric models dominate, but many aren’t even sold in Europe or the US. The competition looks nothing like it did a few years ago.
Spain's inflation surges to its highest level since 2023
Spain's inflation reached 4.9% in September. Fuel costs and package holidays drove the sharpest monthly rise since February 2023.
Arizona targets bikers with strict lane filtering crackdown
Arizona now treats riding a motorcycle between moving cars as reckless driving with criminal penalties. In contrast, Spain allows motorcycles to use the shoulder under strict conditions, aiming to protect riders in traffic jams.
Spanish highways roll out real time speed limits with smart sensors
From October 1, drivers on major Catalan highways will see speed limits that change on the fly. Spain’s traffic authority is testing a system where sensors and algorithms set the pace based on weather, congestion, and accidents.
Six cars that hold their value best in Spain after three years
Not all new cars lose value at the same speed. Here are the six models in Spain that keep the highest resale price after three years, based on real demand, reliability and DGT emissions label.
Letizia brings back Pertegaz dress for Macron state visit
Queen Letizia welcomed Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron in a grey pearl Pertegaz dress. Readers of ¡HOLA! chose the design as the best royal look of 2019.
Gonzalo Suárez dies at 92, and Spanish culture loses its rebel
Gonzalo Suárez died at home in Madrid on September 29, 2026, aged 92. His restless career moved through cinema, literature, journalism and fantasy without accepting the usual rules of success.
Dacia Sandero tops Spanish car sales as market nears pre-pandemic levels
Car sales in Spain jumped 7.8% in June 2026. Dacia Sandero led the way, while electric and plug-in hybrids grabbed a bigger share of the market.
Spotify outage slows listening across Spain
Reports began in Spain at 15:50 on Tuesday 29 September. Users reported failed connections, slow loading and problems with playback across Spotify's mobile apps and web version.
Esperanza Aguirre: Maricarmen case is a smokescreen for Ceuta crisis
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home has set off a fierce political storm. Esperanza Aguirre says the case is being used to distract from Spain’s migration crisis and the future of Ceuta and Melilla.
Gonzalo Suárez leaves Spanish cinema with a restless legacy
Gonzalo Suárez has died at his Madrid home aged 92. He leaves behind 21 films and a literary career shaped by experimentation.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's National Visual Arts Award
Spain's Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín the 2026 National Visual Arts Award. The €30,000 prize recognises a career built around gender, folklore and cultural power.
Pedro Sánchez puts Spain's housing decree before Congress
The Council of Ministers is due to take up emergency housing measures on Tuesday. The plan still faces a hard vote over room rentals and automatic contract renewals.
Madrid landlord signals deal for Maricarmen to return home
After a high-profile eviction and days of tense negotiations, Ricardo Alonso of Urbagestión has confirmed a preliminary agreement that could allow Maricarmen Abascal, 87, to move back into her Madrid apartment. The new rent would be set at around 30% of her net income, pending final approval.
Continuous Oil Leaks Block Spanish Cars from Passing Inspection
A persistent oil drip can instantly disqualify your petrol car from Spain’s ITV inspection. Mechanic Pedro Bastida explains why this overlooked issue is both dangerous and easy to spot, urging drivers to check before heading to the test.
Two Million Euro Bonoloto Prize Hits Bravo Murillo
A single Bonoloto ticket validated at La Rubia de Oro on Madrid's Bravo Murillo has won €2,025,965.95. The ticket took the entire first-category prize in the 28 September 2026 draw.
Pilar Albarracín wins the Premio Nacional de Artes Plásticas 2026
The Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín Spain's top visual arts prize. The €30,000 award also includes an individual exhibition at Museo Reina Sofía.
CNIO identifies a weak stage before brain metastases cause symptoms
A six-year CNIO study found a short period when early brain metastases become vulnerable. Three drugs eliminated micrometastases in mice and human tissue before visible tumours formed.
Spain Caps Gas Price Shock for Households and Small Firms
The government has limited the rise in Spain's regulated gas tariff and fixed the price of a butane cylinder at 19.55 euros through 30 June 2027.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's top plastic arts prize
Pilar Albarracín has received Spain's 2026 National Prize for Plastic Arts. Her performances, photographs and installations challenge ideas about folklore, gender and Spanish identity.
Leo Harlem opens up about his savings and why time matters more than money
Leo Harlem says he has over 600,000 euros saved and prefers to spend on good food, not luxury goods. These days, he values his time above all and has stepped away from film and radio to enjoy life on his own terms.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Maresme after calling the city hostile
Àngels Barceló has moved back to Catalonia after nearly thirty years in Madrid, citing an increasingly hostile atmosphere in the capital. The former Cadena SER host now seeks a quieter life in Maresme while maintaining her professional ties.
VRS immunisation brings calm to Spanish families
Most Spanish families feel calmer after protecting their children against VRS. Yet almost half still do not clearly understand the virus, and many expect an infection to affect work and household finances.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Barcelona after two decades in radio
Àngels Barceló, one of Spain’s most recognized radio voices, is leaving Madrid and heading back to Barcelona after more than twenty years at Cadena SER. Her move comes as she voices discomfort with Madrid’s political climate, opening a new chapter for the broadcaster.
Honda Prelude Limited Edition 2027 lands in Europe with bold red style
Honda brings the Prelude Limited Edition 2027 to Europe, showing off a deep red exterior, upgraded interior, and hybrid power. Spanish buyers can expect prices from 43,600 euros, with limited units arriving late 2026.
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