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China sends two pandas to Atlanta in latest diplomatic gesture

China will send two giant pandas to Atlanta Zoo after Xi Jinping announced the move before Donald Trump. The deal brings back a long-running part of Beijing's foreign policy.

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Madrid faces major traffic disruption as protests and events collide

Madrid’s streets will be a maze of closures this Saturday as protests, sports events, processions, a film shoot and Shakira’s concert converge. The city urges drivers to avoid key areas and rely on public transport to navigate the chaos.

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Retiro Eviction Ends 87-Year-Old Tenant's Decades-Long Stay

Maricarmen was removed from her Retiro home after a final court ruling. The dispute centred on a lease signed in 1956 and two successive transfers.

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Half of Spanish learner drivers fail first time as DGT chief warns of poor preparation

Spain’s top traffic official says too many learner drivers arrive unprepared for their practical test. Pere Navarro urges a shift to automatic transmission training as failure rates remain stubbornly high.

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Spain faces England with two stars on the shirt and no margin for error

Spain’s national team steps onto the pitch against England, debuting their second star and leaving celebrations behind. The real test begins as the reigning champions seek to prove their hunger for dominance is undiminished.

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Volkswagen orders global recall over steering bolt risk

Volkswagen is recalling almost three million cars worldwide after a corroding steering bolt was found to threaten driver control. The recall covers Volkswagen, Audi, and Seat models built over the last decade.

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BYD Great Seagull shakes up city EV charging with Flash Charging debut

A single photo of the BYD Great Seagull at a Flash Charging station has changed the outlook for affordable electric cars. The image points to a big jump in charging speed and tech for city drivers.

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Judge expands witness list in Tauste double murder investigation

The Tauste case judge will summon new witnesses after initial testimonies failed to clarify the double homicide. With crucial evidence still missing and the main suspects silent, the investigation is set to stretch into 2027 or beyond.

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Ceuta troops ordered to hide names as threats escalate

Spanish Defence has told soldiers in Ceuta to strip names from uniforms to protect their identities as threats and violence rise. Troops say they feel exposed and under-equipped while attacks grow and official support stays minimal.

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Madrid protest exposes rift between PP and Vox over Sánchez accusations

A mass demonstration in central Madrid saw thousands demand early elections and an investigation into Pedro Sánchez for alleged betrayal. The event, intended as a show of unity, instead highlighted deep divisions between PP and Vox over how far to escalate their opposition.

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Córdoba roadmap puts food security at center

Ibero-American states have signed a shared agricultural roadmap in Córdoba. The agreement targets food security and rural opportunities while addressing climate change, market volatility and inequality.

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Alejandro Sanz surprises Shakira fans in Madrid with live La Tortura duet

Alejandro Sanz took the stage with Shakira in Madrid, reviving their hit La Tortura for a roaring crowd. Michelle Salas and other celebrities turned the concert into a night to remember.

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Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' dies at 81 in Cádiz

Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway', Triana's founding guitarist, died at 81 in Cádiz. He was the last surviving member of the original lineup, and his death closes a long fight over the band's name.

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Guardia Civil Refuses to Enforce DGT Speed Limit for Motorcycles on Hard Shoulder

Spain’s new traffic regulation allows motorcycles to ride on the hard shoulder during congestion, but the Guardia Civil has made it clear they will not monitor the 30 km/h speed limit set by the DGT. This gap between law and enforcement leaves riders and drivers facing new uncertainties.

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Spanish troops in Ceuta receive pepper spray after weapon shortage uproar

After weeks of patrols with only one loaded firearm per four soldiers, Spain’s Defence Ministry has started issuing pepper spray to military personnel in Ceuta. The move follows mounting criticism over troop safety and the lack of clear legal protection for those using non-lethal force.

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Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' dies at 81

Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' died on 26 September 2026 at Hospital Universitario de Puerto Real in Cádiz. He was the last surviving member of Triana's original line-up and helped shape Spanish rock with flamenco and Andalusian influences.

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Alejandro Sanz and Shakira reignite La tortura in Madrid with a message on authenticity

Alejandro Sanz joined Shakira on stage in Madrid for a powerful reunion of La tortura, but it was his later reflection on authenticity and empathy that gave the night unexpected depth. The event drew 55,000 fans and left the door open for more surprises.

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Iván Fernández dies at 45 after battle with ELA

Iván Fernández, once the driving force behind Vuelo 505, has died at 45 after confronting esclerosis lateral amiotrófica. His fight extended beyond music as he co-founded VencELA Rioja, challenging the region’s silence around the disease.

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Madrid march targets Sánchez over Ceuta and Melilla

Sociedad Civil Española will march through Madrid on Saturday, 26 September 2026. The group is calling for early elections and accusing Pedro Sánchez of betraying Spain over Ceuta and Melilla.

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Renault Twingo and BYD Dolphin Surf battle for the cheapest electric car

Renault and BYD are forcing a new showdown in Spain’s city car market. With both brands offering electric models under 20000 euros, the race for affordable urban mobility is heating up and reshaping what buyers expect from budget EVs.

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Peugeot E-208 GTI delivers electric punch but range limits the thrill

Peugeot revives its GTI badge for the electric era with the E-208 GTI, packing 281 CV and a chassis tuned by Peugeot Sport. The result is a compact that excites on twisty roads but leaves drivers wanting more when the battery runs low.

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Audi A6 e-tron breaks electric car range record with 1,335 km on one charge

Audi has set a new standard for electric car range. The A6 e-tron Sportback drove 1,335 kilometers on public roads without recharging, beating Lucid’s previous record. The drive took place in real traffic conditions.

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Junts pushes for urgent tax breaks as housing protests shake Spain

Spain’s government is racing to secure Junts’ support for a new antieviction decree after the forced removal of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal triggered nationwide protests. Junts demands sweeping tax relief on rent and home purchases as a condition for backing the plan.

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UK pledges over one hundred million for urgent aid in Gaza and West Bank

The UK has unveiled a major humanitarian package worth 88 million pounds to support Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The funds will expand access to medical care, clean water, and mental health services as conditions worsen amid ongoing conflict.

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Delta Air Lines flight returns to Barcelona after engine smoke scare

A Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta had to turn back to Barcelona’s El Prat airport after smoke was spotted coming from one engine. No one was hurt. The emergency response briefly disrupted airport routines.

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Brad Pitt defends films caught between blockbusters and streaming

Brad Pitt brought his new film to San Sebastián with a warning about cinema's fragile middle ground. He also called for greater attention to what connects people.

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La Bola Negra enters a real Oscar history race RUSSPAIN.com

La Bola Negra enters a real Oscar history race

A Toronto audience prize, Spain's official selection and Netflix's US campaign have given La Bola Negra a credible path to multiple Oscar nominations.

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Spain plans faster migrant returns from Ceuta

Spain is preparing emergency rules for Ceuta that would cut asylum and court deadlines and speed returns to Morocco. The plan targets thousands of unresolved cases after the mass crossing on 30 July.

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Government targets faster migrant returns to Morocco

Spain is preparing emergency rules to speed returns to Morocco. The plan could shorten appeals and change how asylum claims affect expulsions as authorities handle thousands of arrivals from Ceuta.

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Mitsubishi L200 returns to Europe with a bold new diesel pickup

Mitsubishi is bringing back the L200 pickup to Europe after a five-year absence. The new model features a robust design, a powerful diesel engine, and a reinforced chassis aimed at both utility and off-road performance.

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Senate pressed to ratify Spain-France friendship treaty

The Government wants the Senate to clear the treaty before Emmanuel Macron visits Madrid. The PP blocked the agreement, but Spain's Constitutional Court has now confirmed that it complies with the Constitution.

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Europe faces electric car crisis as China dominates design and production

Europe’s electric car industry is losing ground to China, with design and manufacturing slipping out of European hands. Political proposals and infrastructure gaps reveal a sector under pressure and a continent at a crossroads.

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Seville residents lose sleep as car parties take over La Oliva

For four years, families in La Oliva have endured sleepless nights as car-based parties with blaring music invade their streets. With police rarely intervening, residents face mounting health issues and a sense of abandonment.

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Spain Faces a Sharper Debt Bill as Bond Yields Surge

Spain's 10-year bond yield has climbed above 4%, reaching its highest level since 2013. The rise will make it more expensive for the Treasury to replace older, cheaper debt.

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PP Pushes Senate Law Covering Every Irregular Border Entry

The PP will take a new border bill to the Senate next week. Alicia García wants returns to cover people who enter Spain by swimming. Ceuta remains at the centre of the dispute.

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