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AWS shifts Aragón tax payments to local councils
AWS will shift its municipal IAE payments in Aragón from Madrid to the towns hosting its data centres. The company will also cover the 2023-2026 tax period after pressure from local authorities and businesses.
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 drive.
Spanish Police Capture Swedish Teen After Marbella Clinic Killing
An 18-year-old from Sweden is in custody after the fatal shooting of plastic surgeon Alexander Aslani inside his Marbella clinic. Police are now tracking who ordered the hit and whether others helped the gunman escape.
Geely Monjaro EM-i SUV lands in Spain with electric punch
Geely’s Monjaro EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV is heading for Spain, touting 4x4 drive and up to 130 km electric range. The brand aims to undercut rivals on price and specs as it enters a crowded European field.
Vaccination takes a bigger role in heart protection
Flu can raise heart attack risk tenfold in vulnerable patients. SEMERGEN specialists want vaccination folded into cardiovascular care, where infection prevention can reduce severe complications.
Spain reportedly expands CGM for basal-insulin diabetes care
A reported Spanish consensus would make continuous glucose monitoring routine for some type 2 diabetes patients using basal insulin. International guidance supports considering CGM for insulin-treated patients, but the Spanish figures still need the source document.
Leandre Ribera wins Spain’s 2026 National Circus Award
Spain’s Ministry of Culture has awarded Leandre Ribera its 2026 National Circus Award and €30,000. The jury cited his international career, teaching and influence on younger clowns.
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 still offline due to technical issues or missing grid connections. This gap between installed and working stations is slowing the country’s shift to electric cars.
Córdoba puts BLET at center of industrial push
Rocío Blanco says the future army logistics base could bring investment, jobs and new suppliers to Córdoba. Construction delays, a legal challenge and the lack of an internal rail terminal could still slow the project.
Hospital transmission precedes Euskadi's first recorded Mpox death
A 61-year-old man died after contracting Mpox at Hospital Donostia in San Sebastián. Doctors have not confirmed that the infection caused his death because he had extremely serious underlying illnesses.
Sánchez Rushes Through Social Decrees as Election Nears
Spain’s government is racing to push through major social measures just before the election. With full control of the Boletín Oficial del Estado, Sánchez’s team is moving to lock in a big minimum wage hike and new pension boosts, putting rivals on the spot.
Europe narrows the cancer drug access gap, but Spain still faces delays
Austria and Switzerland led Europe in the use of newer cancer medicines in 2023, while Spain stayed in the middle. Approval and funding still do not guarantee that patients receive treatment quickly.
Urban birds could flag West Nile virus earlier in Spain
A CSIC study found more antibodies in urban birds during years with human West Nile outbreaks. Blackbirds and sparrows could help show where the virus is circulating in Spain.
Oques Grasses starts its final Barcelona concerts
Oques Grasses has opened the last four concerts of its Barcelona run. Each night brings 55,000 people to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with roughly 220,000 spectators expected across the sold-out series before the band ends its 16-year career.
Andalusia ramps up car trade-in scheme with €4000 grants for families
Andalusia is offering €4000 grants to families and businesses that swap old cars for safer, cleaner models. The expanded scheme opens the door to thousands more drivers and marks a shift in Spain’s approach to mobility.
Silent receptor leaves tumour-fighting immune cells weaker
Researchers found that gamma-delta T cells lose much of their tumour-fighting strength when a key receptor falls silent after the cells mature. The result held across mouse models and laboratory tests with human cells.
Guardia Civil busts Madrid-based gang behind catalytic converter thefts across Spain
A Madrid gang accused of ripping catalytic converters from parked cars in several Spanish provinces has been broken up by the Guardia Civil. The crackdown sheds light on dozens of thefts and the growing problem of car part crime.
Polar air mass sends temperatures plunging across Spain
A blast of polar air is sweeping into Spain, knocking down daytime highs and setting up the coldest nights so far this autumn. As storms move out, northern and inland regions brace for a sharp drop in temperatures.
David Bustamante turns 14 perfumes into a serious second business
David Bustamante says his perfume business could support him without music income. He now has 14 fragrances, claims one sells every 15 seconds and says more than 10 million bottles have been sold.
Genesis takes aim at Spain with electric SUV debut
Genesis is entering Spain with a lineup of electric vehicles, starting with the GV60 Magma. The brand is looking to shake up the luxury market by offering speed, comfort, and fast charging across several segments.
Cruz Novillo turns Spain's visual language into color, sound and time
A free exhibition at Madrid's CentroCentro brings together Cruz Novillo's designs, paintings, sculptures and sound works. It also shows how the creator of Spain's most familiar symbols built an art system based on numbers, color and time.
Madrid PP keeps Maricarmen tribute out of its institutions
The PP rejected official tributes for Maricarmen in Madrid. Opposition groups gathered outside the Assembly and City Hall, while Reyes Maroto held her own minute of silence inside the plenary.
Lamborghini Murciélago at 25 proves supercars have lost their soul
A rare chance to drive the Lamborghini Murciélago LP650-4 Roadster exposes just how much character and raw emotion today’s supercars have left behind. The 25th anniversary brings a sharp reminder of what made this icon unforgettable.
Italian Army picks Ineos Grenadier for new military fleet
Italy has placed a major order for the Ineos Grenadier, marking a shift in military vehicle strategy. Austria follows with a contract for armored versions, while other NATO countries watch closely. The Grenadier’s rugged design is now under scrutiny across Europe.
Feijóo puts Ceuta at the heart of his campaign security plan
Alberto Núñez Feijóo has put Ceuta and corruption at the centre of the opening campaign. His proposals range from tighter border controls to housing and new police infrastructure.
Copper thefts cripple Spanish infrastructure and electric mobility
Spain faces a surge in copper thefts targeting construction sites, railways, and solar farms. The crime wave disrupts electric vehicle charging and public transport, exposing gaps in security and threatening the country’s energy transition.
Maricarmen Abascal dies at 87 after Madrid eviction
Maricarmen Abascal died on 7 October after being evicted from her Madrid home. Her case sparked protests, a political crisis and a nationwide housing mobilisation, while an agreement reached too late failed to return her to the flat.
Seat Exeo bows out: Spain’s premium sedan experiment comes to a close
Seat’s Exeo set out to give Spanish drivers a taste of premium quality, borrowing Audi A4 bones. The car never caught on with the masses and left the market quietly after a short run.
Gincat System adds Keyence vision machine to factory quality checks
A Keyence vision machine is now part of Gincat System's inspection process in Sant Fruitós de Bages, Barcelona. The system is meant to automate checks and spot possible defects more consistently, but independent sources do not confirm its model or performance.
Renault celebrates 75 years in Spain with five hybrid SUVs on show
Renault brought all five of its Spanish-built hybrid SUVs to Zaragoza, putting the spotlight on local manufacturing and the brand’s push into electrification. The event marked a milestone for Renault’s presence in Spain and gathered its key hybrid models in one place.
Spain’s first registered car wore the PM 1 plate in Palma
Spain’s first officially registered car was a Clement quadricycle with a De Dion Bouton engine. It got the PM-1 plate in Palma de Mallorca in 1900, kicking off the country’s motoring story.
Ciudad Real draws Spain’s food tourism leaders to chart a new course
Ciudad Real hosts the IV Jornadas de Destinos Enogastronómicos, where top voices debate how local food and wine can fuel tourism and rural growth. The event puts the region at the center of Spain’s culinary travel ambitions.
RTX Spark Laptops Put PC Gaming on the Launch Menu
NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops will support hundreds of PC games at launch, with Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, Alan Wake II and Valorant among the demonstrated titles. The first systems are scheduled to ship on October 16, while Call of Duty is not expected until 2027.
Late Notice Can Keep Landlords Tied to a Rental for Five More Years
A reported BOE housing measure changes how Spanish rental contracts end. Owners must give six months' notice or face automatic extensions and possible compensation, although the final effect depends on the applicable decree and its parliamentary status.
Seat 1200 Sport Bocanegra: Fifty years since Spain’s boldest coupé broke the mold
Fifty years ago, the Seat 1200 Sport Bocanegra hit Spanish roads with a look and attitude all its own. Born in Martorell, this lightweight coupé marked a turning point for Seat, showing the world what Spanish engineering could do.
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