Begoña Gómez makes feminist appeal at PSOE rally
Begoña Gómez addressed a PSOE campaign rally in Seville, thanking supporters. She urged women to defend equality as they choose their own path, and called on them to back the party at the ballot box.
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Spain's grid plan sets €17.1bn investment through 2030
The proposed transmission plan lifts investment to €17.142bn through 2030, 146% above the current plan. Industry gets the largest share of the 47.4 GW in new demand.
Andalusia backs 4,867 health service jobs for 2026
The Andalusian Health Service’s 2026 employment offer includes 4,867 posts, with more than 71% assigned to healthcare roles. The selection processes are planned to join the 2025 offer in a 15,156-place call in 2027.
Cabanillas hosts 16th Festival de Cine Lento from 20 November
The 16th Festival de Cine Lento runs in Cabanillas del Campo from 20 to 22 November under the theme “Raras”. At Sunday's gala, 12 short films selected from about 500 entries will screen, and organisers will present four awards.
At least nine suspicious-item alerts prove false across Spain
At least nine suspicious bags or suitcases prompted police deployments and some evacuations across Spain within a 24-hour period. The incidents included a controlled blast in central Seville and checks at a clinic and railway station.
Man detained after woman killed in Gijón
A 40-year-old man has been detained after a 30-year-old woman was killed at a former sports centre in Gijón. Police are investigating the circumstances and whether the two had been in a relationship.
Queen Letizia pairs a grey suit with a burgundy turtleneck
Queen Letizia wore a grey checked suit with a burgundy Falconeri turtleneck for a meeting at Zarzuela. The royal couple received the Fundación Princesa de Girona delegation after a brief break in the rain allowed an outdoor family photograph.
Feijóo puts Catalonia at the heart of PP campaign launch
The PP opened its campaign for the 29 November general election with a rally in Badalona. Feijóo said Catalonia should help lead Spain's reconstruction; the region's 48 seats could prove crucial to the next investiture.
Spanish parties launch campaigns ahead of 29 November election
The formal campaign begins at midnight on Friday ahead of the 29 November election. The four candidates used their launch events to press contrasting messages on housing and Spain’s political direction.
Bilbao driving test fraud ends with candidate needing hospital care
Two candidates were arrested after police found concealed equipment during a Bilbao theory test. One needed medical care after an earpiece slipped deeper into his ear as he tried to remove it.
BMW XM 50e delivers 476 CV and up to 85km of electric range
BMW’s plug-in XM 50e combines a six-cylinder petrol engine with electric drive to deliver 476 CV. Its stated electric range is 80–85km WLTP, while the Spanish starting price is €136,650.
Armed intruders steal three cars from Chris Hemsworth's home
Police have recovered two of the three vehicles taken from the Byron Bay property while the family slept. The third remains missing after the overnight break-in.
Spanish drivers face €249 average bill for routine car servicing
The OCU puts a routine service at €249 on average at official workshops and around €200 at independent garages. Correct fitment matters as much as a part’s price when drivers compare replacements.
Ceuta judge summons former government delegate as suspect
Investigating magistrate María Tardón summoned former Ceuta government delegate Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano to give evidence as a suspect. The inquiry is also examining Spain’s response and possible failures in operational communications.
Renfe chief faces scrutiny as Cuerpo weighs rail leadership changes
The 28 October Urda crash killed 69 people as Carlos Cuerpo weighed changes at Renfe and Adif. The account said no decision had been taken on Renfe president Álvaro Fernández Heredia, while Adif's leadership was also in question.
Melilla election leaves localist parties off the ballot
A total of 63,968 people in Melilla can vote on 29 November, but none of the five parties standing is local. The city will elect one member of Congress and two senators.
La Palma talks end without agreement on €300m transfer
More than 200 farm reconstruction licence applications in Valle de Aridane are awaiting agricultural track access. The island’s reconstruction commission ended without agreement on a €300m state transfer or an extension of the 60% income tax rebate for 2027.
Transport ministry moves to avert further rail strikes
Secretary of State José Antonio Santano is meeting rail unions as stoppages remain set for 17 and 23 November. The talks follow two fatal accidents and safety measures approved by the Cabinet.
Castilla-La Mancha lists 139 teaching vacancies for Friday
Castilla-La Mancha has published 139 teaching vacancies for Friday’s «a la carta» allocation. Applications close at 10am on 13 November. Candidates may apply for posts in other lists when their qualifications match.
Spain seeks TikTok evidence before blocking abuse-content links
Spain’s data protection agency will ask TikTok to account for its removal efforts before deciding whether to block specific links. Maldita.es reported more than 1,000 child sexual abuse videos with over 48 million views. Prosecutors have opened an investigation.
Preliminary DANA study finds distress in 49% of Valencia adults
A preliminary study by Spain’s Health Ministry found moderate or high psychological distress in 49% of adults in flood-hit Valencia municipalities 15 to 18 months after the disaster. PTSD symptoms were detected in 22.2% of children aged 6 to 14.
Listeria alert covers Priégola dairy products in two regions
Spain’s food safety agency has issued an alert over the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes in Priégola dairy products. Eight batch numbers are affected; initial distribution was reported in Madrid and the Valencian Community.
Seville firefighters handle 252 storm-related incidents
Fire crews in Seville province handled 252 incidents across 65 municipalities from 10 November to 7.30am on Thursday. The busiest six-hour stretch brought 62 emergencies in 34 municipalities.
Madrid public healthcare wins 15 Best in Class awards
Madrid’s public health service received 15 distinctions at the XXI Best in Class awards in Santander. Seven hospitals were honoured, while Los Alpes was named Spain’s best primary care facility after three earlier wins.
Food industry leads 11 November strike turnout at 95%
Participation reached 95% in the meat industry and 90% in ports, security and automotive. Rail and communications recorded 85%; municipal waste collection reached 82%, among the strongest reported results.
Mariló Montero says Alberto Herrera is expecting a second child
Marcos was born on 7 March and his parents are now expecting another baby. Mariló Montero says Alberto and Blanca had hoped to keep the news private while the pregnancy is still at an early stage.
Ayuso faces Madrid Assembly after strike row and union insult
Madrid’s opposition is bringing the uneven general strike into the Assembly debate. Ayuso had called its organisers “basura sindical”; the general election is scheduled for 29 November.
Aragón expands its art history substitute list
Aragón will expand its Art History substitute-teacher list after the education department cited too few available candidates. Applications run through PADDOC from 13 to 25 November, followed by an obligatory in-person presentation in Zaragoza.
Canary Islands funds ULL sustainability work with €259,000
The Canary Islands Government is providing €259,000 to cover all ten projects under its 2025-2026 agreement with the University of La Laguna. The work supports the Sustainable Development Goals and includes climate planning and housing proposals for young people.
Valladolid bookshops mark Día de las Librerías on Friday
Valladolid bookshops will mark Día de las Librerías on Friday 13 November after the date was moved from 11 November because of a general strike. Readers can collect free bookmarks and receive 5% off books.
Ceuta judge summons ex-delegate Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano as suspect
National Court judge María Tardón has summoned former Ceuta government delegate Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano as a person under investigation. He is due to appear on 18 November in a case over mass crossings from Morocco on 30 and 31 July.
KGM buyers can get up to €200 for Repsol autogas
Buyers of the KGM Tivoli and KGM Korando, as well as the KGM Torres, with LPG can receive up to €200 for Repsol autogas. The offer runs for a year from 12 November 2026, with private customers using Waylet and professionals using Solred.
Huesca proposes its largest budget at €130 million
The Diputación Provincial de Huesca has put forward €130 million for 2027, including €66 million for investment. Roads receive €21 million and the Plan de Obras y Servicios gets €25 million.
UCO collects records in probe of protection-bracelet contracts
The Fiscalía Europea is investigating suspected misuse of EU funds in contracts for anti-abuse bracelets. The UCO has sought records from the Equality Ministry and Tribunal de Cuentas; the audited contracts total €102.6 million.
VOX accuses Sánchez government of fuelling violence during strike
Ignacio Garriga accused the government of encouraging hostility during the general strike and rejected ministers’ descriptions of the day. He also criticised the announced inquiry into police conduct and defended VOX’s legal action over the Ley de Nietos.