Toyota Corolla reaches 57 million sales across 12 generations
A lead comparing the 1966 E10 with a 2026 Corolla Hatchback puts six decades of change into focus. The model has sold 57 million units worldwide across 12 generations.
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Lamborghini Miura’s rear slats helped vent V12 heat
After the Lamborghini Miura debuted in Geneva in 1966, engineers found that heat from its V12 was trapped beneath the clear engine cover. Marcello Gandini replaced the plexiglass with black slats.
Dénia selects 441 members for November election tables
Dénia has selected 441 titular and substitute members for the 29 November 2026 general election. The municipality will have 49 polling stations, with one Dénia venue moving to the Museu del Joguets.
Voge SR450X tops Spain’s twin-cylinder sales at €6,288
The 398cc scooter recorded 354 Spanish registrations by 30 October in its second month on sale. Its €6,288 price undercuts the Yamaha TMAX and Honda X-ADV while its twin-cylinder engine is unusual at this level.
Puño Dragón show listed for 13 March without a year
The supplied announcement lists Puño Dragón at Sala B in CAEM on 13 March to present A PALOS. It gives no year for the concert and quotes a ticket price of €25 plus booking fees.
Ceuta raids continued as thousands remained outside shelters
Three months after the mass arrivals, police raids and returns to Morocco continued in Ceuta. Nearly 14,000 people had crossed back, while about 7,000 remained in reception centres and 4,000 more were estimated to be unidentified.
Munilla honours CEU director killed in Urda rail crash
Bishop José Ignacio Munilla shared a video of Carlos Ortiz speaking to young people after the CEU director was killed in the Urda rail crash. Ortiz’s message centred on Christian faith and the rejection of fear, even in the face of death.
Nine Spanish regions observe the All Saints’ holiday today
Nine autonomous communities in Spain observe the All Saints’ Day holiday on Monday 2 November 2026 after the date fell on Sunday. Madrid city has another local holiday scheduled for 9 November.
Murcia emerges as Spain’s hub for imported used cars
Murcia registered nearly 20,000 imported used vehicles in 2025, up 150% on 2019. They made up 33.9% of regional car registrations, against 11.8% across Spain, with German makes dominating the trade.
Orange warning covers western Canary Islands
Most of mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands are forecast to remain settled on Monday. The Canary Islands face heavy rain and storms, with an orange warning active in the westernmost islands.
Urda rail investigation may take years as court secures evidence
At least 69 people died in the collision near Urda. The judge has barred the removal of material from the railway without court authorisation and ordered investigators to establish who controlled train movements.
Yanes appraises Zapatero jewels at €1.02 million
A Yanes appraisal puts the jewellery attributed to José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero at €1,023,320. It says the most valuable pieces may be commercially made and likely of Asian origin. A capital T appears on each of the 12 highest-value pieces.
Cambridge scientist Marta Shahbazi dies in Urda rail crash
Marta Shahbazi Alonso was travelling in carriage 8 of the AVE to a scientific congress in Huelva when it crashed at Urda. The 41-year-old Cambridge group leader was due to receive an award for scientific excellence.
Spanish sculptor Miquel Navarro dies aged 81
The Valencian sculptor’s modular «Ciudades» and public works brought him wide recognition. His Mislata Casa Taller opened in June 2026, housing a collection of more than 400 works donated by the artist.
Barcelona court backs refusal to put air conditioning on roof
Barcelona’s Provincial Court has upheld a residents’ association’s refusal to allow an outdoor air-conditioning unit on the roof. The flat had no balcony, but the court said that did not oblige neighbours to approve the proposed location.
Four family members die in crash near Malva
Four members of a family died after their car left a straight stretch of road near Malva in Zamora and struck a culvert. The victims were a man aged 59 and a woman aged 29, alongside two children aged three and two.
Spanish scientist Marta Shahbazi dies in Urda train crash
Marta Shahbazi, 41, was travelling to Huelva to receive a scientific excellence award when she died in the Urda train crash. Carrizo de la Ribera’s council confirmed her death; she led a research group in Cambridge.
Guardia Civil probes cocaine haul in Águilas warehouses
The Guardia Civil is investigating a cocaine seizure estimated at 5 to 10 tonnes in two warehouses in Águilas. More than 5,000 kilos were counted in the first unit, information from sources cited by EL ESPAÑOL.
Ceuta nurses attacked after military patrols leave hospital
Two nurses were assaulted while treating a patient at the Hospital Universitario de Ceuta, prompting a police response. CSIF says the removal of military patrols from the perimeter has left staff exposed and wants security measures restored.
GFG Style unveils copper-bodied Peralta D one-off
Fabrizio Giugiaro’s 2+2 pairs an unpainted copper body with rear gullwing doors, and sits on a Maserati GranTurismo base. The one-off honours owner Carlos Peralta’s daughters; no price was announced.
Iván Romano Ramos among victims of Urda rail crash
The 42-year-old National Police officer from Alcalá de Guadaíra had recently become a father. A provisional count cited after the 28 October collision put the death toll at 69, including 16 victims from Andalusia.
Barcelona judge jails alleged Blocus organiser
An 18-year-old accused of helping organise the 24 October Barcelona looting has been remanded in prison. The Mossos have made four arrests across Catalonia; a separate police deployment on 31 October ended without reported incidents.
Toledo funds school transport for 33 nature routes
Toledo’s Diputación has allocated an initial €4,000 to help participating schools pay for public transport to one of 33 nature trails. The programme is open to pupils in the fifth and sixth years of primary school.
Four killed after car leaves road near Malva
Four people died after a car left the ZA-P-2314 near Malva in Zamora. The first emergency call reported three people trapped inside the vehicle before responders confirmed four fatalities.
Urda crash leaves unanswered questions over control response
At least 69 people died in the Urda collision. Óscar Puente said Adif’s control centre authorised both trains to move after an LZB failure, while the Iryo remained stopped and later reported it could not restart.
Barcelona Blocus suspect remanded in custody without bail
An 18-year-old arrested over Blocus has been remanded in custody without bail in Barcelona. Separately, Catalonia reported 2,264 police identifications linked to the group’s calls.
Mallorca prosecutor to file complaint over Bestard’s car use
The complaint follows a Socialist Group allegation that Bestard used council vehicles for private journeys. Internal reports found Bestard had used three cars exclusively without authorisation but stopped short of declaring the use improper.
Bugatti Chiron stolen from Bugatti-Rimac factory recovered in Austria
A man drove off in the Chiron after finding its keys inside Bugatti-Rimac’s Croatian factory. Mate Rimac says telemetry helped police recover it in Austria; the car had minor bumper damage.
Why flowers are left on graves on All Saints' Day
The earliest known grave decorated with flowers dates back about 13,000 years. Chrysanthemums are the most typical choice for 1 November, while other blooms carry traditions tied to remembrance and mourning.
PP and Vox announce plans to join Urda crash case
The PP and Vox have announced moves to join the judicial case over the Urda collision. Forensic teams have completed all 69 autopsies and identified 56 victims; investigators have not established the cause.
Spain probes €537m in Transport Ministry contracts
Spain’s National Court is examining up to 11 Transport Ministry public works awards worth €537.2 million. A Supreme Court judge estimated that suspected commissions tied to the contracts could exceed €5 million.
Why Spanish politicians resist resigning after disasters
Political scientist Manuel Mostaza says polarisation and cultural differences help explain why Spanish officials resist resigning after disasters. He argues that political responsibility can be demanded even when no crime is established.
Five Spanish Franciscans Beatified in Savannah
Five Spanish Franciscan missionaries killed in 1597 were beatified in Savannah on Saturday. Cardinal Frank Leo presided as papal legate and said their witness could help the Church pursue unity and reconciliation.
Government expected to approve Urda rail aid on Tuesday
The Cabinet is expected to approve a decree for Urda rail crash victims on Tuesday. The disaster killed 69 people; 41 remain in hospital, including 16 in intensive care. Óscar Puente is due to give an update after the Cabinet and address Parliament.
Sunday figures put 41 Urda crash victims in hospital
Figures supplied for 08:30 on Sunday put 41 injured people in hospital after the Urda train crash, including 16 in intensive care. The death toll stood at 69; 13 victims were still awaiting identification.