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Madrid delegate orders probe after police charge at UCM
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.
Bustinduy presses for fairer taxes and higher wages
Pablo Bustinduy used the CREO forum’s second day to press for fairer taxes and higher pay. He warned that corporate concentration and rising wealth at the top are weakening redistribution and consumer bargaining power.
Body found at sea after Granollers boy vanished
A fisherman spotted a body between Sitges and Castelldefels and alerted emergency services. Police said fingerprints were checked to help confirm whether the remains were those of the 12-year-old who disappeared in Granollers.
Spain holds fuel discount at 20 cents in November
A September jump in fuel prices has kept the 20-cent-per-litre discount on petrol and diesel in place for November. The December rate depends on October prices.
Orquesta y Coro RTVE to premiere Tabuenca’s Rémanence
Orquesta y Coro RTVE will premiere Luis Tabuenca’s Rémanence at Madrid’s Teatro Monumental on 16 October. Grieg’s programme turns to Norway’s history and legends.
RTVE names 18 acts for Benidorm Fest 2027
RTVE has named 18 acts for Benidorm Fest 2027, including Vicco and Ladilla Rusa. More than 1,000 applications were submitted; the semi-finals are set for 26 and 28 January.
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.
Hilary Swank Reveals Pregnancy at 52
At 52, Hilary Swank says she is expecting her third child. She shared the news on Instagram, with the baby due in December, about three and a half years after her twins were born.
Granada prepares a citywide funeral for Lorca
Granada’s Réquiem por Lorca runs from Thursday to Sunday, marking the 90th anniversary of the poet’s killing and remembering victims of Francoist repression. Eleven performances will take place across the city.
Kia cuts XCeed entry price to €19,860 as PHEV exits
The refreshed XCeed gets new styling and a dual-screen cabin. Campaigns lower its Spanish starting price to €19,860, but the regular tariff is much higher and the plug-in hybrid is gone.
Aemet warns of DANA as temperatures fall this weekend
Rain may intensify from Saturday along parts of the Mediterranean coast and in the Balearic Islands. Protección Civil is urging drivers to stay off flooded roads as temperatures drop across much of Spain.
Repsol uses fuel discounts to chase energy customers
New electricity customers can get €100 in Waylet credit and 20 cents off each litre of fuel for 12 months. Repsol wants to pass four million electricity and gas customers by 2028.
Cartagena’s Book Fair Opens at Plaza Juan XXIII
The 33rd Feria del Libro runs from 14 to 18 October, with 32 stalls and a programme featuring Sergio del Molino. School visits and children’s events are also scheduled.
Spain’s Inflation Reaches 4.9% as Egg Prices Jump
Spain’s annual inflation reached 4.9% in September. Eggs rose 12.3%, while supermarkets say energy and logistics bills have added more than €130 million in costs.
US weighs $200,000 charge on Spanish ships
The Federal Maritime Commission has proposed a $200,000 charge each time a Spanish-flagged ship enters a US port. It is also weighing import restrictions that could cover five categories of Spanish goods, including oils and cosmetics.
Cupra Raval Gets an ABT Styling Pack
Cupra and ABT have unveiled a styling pack for selected Raval versions, with dark bodywork details and 19-inch wheels. Factory orders and dealer retrofits are due from late November 2026.
Robles takes second place on PSOE’s Madrid slate
Margarita Robles will be second on the PSOE list for Madrid in the 29 November general election, behind Pedro Sánchez. Félix Bolaños is third; Fernando Grande-Marlaska takes fifth place.
Spanish royals will preside over Planeta Prize’s 75th gala
King Felipe and Queen Letizia are due at the Barcelona ceremony on Thursday. The contest drew a record 1,424 manuscripts; nine finalists remain after one entry was removed for prior publication.
Royals End First Ceuta-Melilla Visit Since 2007
Thousands waited outside Melilla’s Assembly on Wednesday as King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia wrapped up their two-city visit. The couple spent nearly an hour greeting people and posing for selfies.
Spain plans eight motorway fuel and charging hubs
The government has earmarked €612 million for eight large motorway service areas. Each would combine fuel facilities with ultra-fast EV chargers under 20- or 25-year concessions.
Sony dates Gran Turismo anniversary DualSense preorders
Sony’s limited-edition Gran Turismo controller marks the series’ 30th anniversary in 2027. Preorders open on 22 October, ahead of a global launch on 10 December.
PP challenges PSOE over partner’s 30 rental flats
The PP has challenged PSOE spokeswoman Montse Mínguez to debate housing after reports said her partner owns 30 rental flats in Spain. Mínguez says the family business operates legally; the Government says the right to housing is the central issue.
Ford names Elena Burguete to lead Spain from 1 December
Ford will hand its Iberian operation to Elena Burguete on 1 December 2026. The appointment comes as Geely takes a 34% stake in Almussafes, where its first vehicles are expected in 2028.
Team Cantabria earns Greenpower efficiency distinction
Greenpower España recognised the IES Montesclaros entry for covering the greatest distance on one battery charge. Team Cantabria now prepares for the season’s final race in Cartagena.
PP presses PSOE over spokeswoman’s partner’s property business
The PP wants a campaign debate after Artículo 14 reported that Montse Mínguez’s partner owns “30 pisos” and has evicted tenants. Mínguez says it is a family rental business that operates legally.
Portillo Wins Spain’s 2026 Performing Arts Prize for Young Audiences
José Antonio Portillo Vesga has won Spain’s 2026 National Performing Arts for Children and Young People Prize, worth €30,000. The jury singled out Museo del Tiempo, where visitors bury objects and log their locations on a map using QR codes.
Algeciras Mayor Faces Removal as PP Splits
Two sexual assault complaints from fellow PP members have left José Ignacio Landaluce facing a possible no-confidence motion. PSOE and Vox say they will support his removal after 12 of the party’s 15 councillors quit his government.
Used-car values need real sales, EVs need battery checks
At its 8 October meeting, GANVAM Jurídico examined why completed transactions offer a stronger basis for used-car valuations than online asking prices. For electric cars, battery condition can make a decisive difference.
Madrid teachers walk out as turnout figures clash
Madrid’s teachers began an open-ended strike on 14 October. Unions reported 70% participation, against 44.6% from the regional government; five people were detained after police charged a picket.
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.
The Prado puts Ricardo de Madrazo in the spotlight
The Prado has opened the first exhibition devoted entirely to Ricardo de Madrazo. It brings 29 sketchbooks and rarely seen works into public view, with material supplied by his descendants.
Turkey Seizes Control of Opposition Broadcaster Halk TV
A police raid halted Halk TV’s broadcasts in Istanbul, and a government-appointed administrator was put in charge. The intervention came as jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu began his defence in a major corruption trial.
Latorre says Felipe VI defended Spain's sovereignty in Ceuta
Rafa Latorre praised the royal visit as a show of support for Ceuta and said Felipe VI's defence of Spanish sovereignty contrasted with the Government's response to Moroccan naval incursions. He also recalled the border tragedy and the planned visit to Melilla.
The Javis kept Carlos González apart on set
Carlos González says the Javis kept him apart from others on set to help him find his character’s loneliness. The cast describes directors who adapt their approach to each actor while keeping clear authority.
Fiat offers the Pandina for €99 a month on finance
Fiat’s financing plan puts the Pandina at €99 a month. The 65 hp mild hybrid carries Spain’s ECO label and costs €12,001.84 to buy outright.
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