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Sergio Peris-Mencheta brings housing fight to Puerta del Sol
Sergio Peris-Mencheta shook up Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, using a sharp retelling of Los tres cerditos to back protesters demanding urgent action on Spain’s housing emergency. His words cut to the heart of eviction’s human cost and the push for real shelter.
Queen Letizia turns heads in borrowed Carolina Herrera gown and storied floral tiara
Queen Letizia made a bold statement at the Palacio Real gala, wearing a borrowed Carolina Herrera dress and the historic floral tiara. The event honored Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron and blended Spanish royal tradition with modern style.
Mexico Takes Centre Stage at Iberseries 2026
From tax incentives to production infrastructure, Mexico is at the heart of Iberseries & Platino Industria 2026. The country is using the Madrid event to make its case to international producers.
Spain's biomethane market moves from plans to investment
Spain is preparing for a sharp rise in renewable gas projects. Castilla y León could host 15% of the planned biomethane plants as investors test a market that is still taking shape.
One ticket takes Bonoloto top prize in 29 September draw
The Bonoloto draw on 29 September produced one ticket with all six winning numbers. Euromillones offered a €17 million jackpot, while the previous draw had already delivered a major Madrid prize.
Barcelona children get a hands-on route through the universe
A free astronomy workshop will take place in Sarrià on 28 October. Children aged 9 to 12 will explore stars and galaxies, then make a galaxy to take home.
Queen Letizia turns heads with rare diamond tiara at Madrid state banquet
Queen Letizia drew all eyes at the Madrid Royal Palace, wearing a century-old diamond floral tiara for a state dinner honoring French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte. The night mixed royal tradition with Spanish haute cuisine from chef Joan Roca.
Indra changes its leadership team before strategy reset
Indra is changing its executive structure before it unveils a new strategy. Five senior managers are leaving, while Defence and Operations get new leaders.
Mercedes-Benz sends electric trucks to Amazon in the United Kingdom
Mercedes-Benz will supply 200 electric trucks to Amazon’s UK fleet. The plan, revealed at a major Zaragoza forum, shows the company’s push for cleaner freight transport.
Flooding rain paralyses travel across Catalonia
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
Macron Toasts Leonor and Sofía at Royal Palace State Dinner
Emmanuel Macron surprised the Spanish royal family by publicly honoring Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía during a high-profile state dinner at the Royal Palace. Their absence did not stop them from becoming central figures in a night focused on the future of the monarchy.
Bonoloto jackpot resets after Madrid ticket wins €2,025,965.95
A ticket sold in Madrid won the €2,025,965.95 Bonoloto jackpot. The top prize starts a new accumulation for Tuesday 29 September, with the winning numbers and collection rules set out below.
Doctors' strike committee splits over indefinite walkout
Spain's medical unions are splitting over who leads the indefinite strike, registered to begin on October 28. CESM, SMA and SME will proceed without Amyts, Metges de Catalunya and O´Mega.
Alfonso Guerra backs Juan Carlos I in heated Toledo debate
Alfonso Guerra reignited Spain’s debate over its recent past by openly defending Juan Carlos I and the spirit of the Transition. In Toledo, he joined Emiliano García-Page and Rodolfo Martín Villa to urge a return to political consensus.
Adaptive cruise control triggers new driving habits on Spanish highways
Adaptive cruise control promises safer distances but often leads to abrupt braking and shifting traffic patterns. As more drivers rely on this technology, its real impact on road behavior and congestion is coming into focus.
TVE alters onscreen label as Mónica García confronts PSOE
During a live press conference outside a Madrid hospital, TVE quietly updated the onscreen label for Health Minister Mónica García to highlight her Sumar affiliation—precisely as she criticized the PSOE. The timing has reignited scrutiny over editorial choices at Spain’s public broadcaster.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's top visual arts award
Seville artist Pilar Albarracín has received Spain's 2026 National Visual Arts Award. Her performances question folklore, gender and power through a feminist lens.
Morocco puts Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri at the top of government
Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri is Morocco's first woman head of government. She takes office after the PAM-led election win and a year of growing anger among young Moroccans.
Norway leaves Spain behind in the electric car race
Norway now registers 98.3 percent electric cars while Spain, despite doubling its plug-in sales, remains far behind. Diesel has nearly vanished as Spanish buyers turn to hybrids and face a slow transition to full electrics.
Electric and Chinese cars reshape World Car of the Year 2027 race
Nearly half the World Car of the Year 2027 shortlist comes from China. Electric models dominate, but many aren’t even sold in Europe or the US. The competition looks nothing like it did a few years ago.
Spain's inflation surges to its highest level since 2023
Spain's inflation reached 4.9% in September. Fuel costs and package holidays drove the sharpest monthly rise since February 2023.
Arizona targets bikers with strict lane filtering crackdown
Arizona now treats riding a motorcycle between moving cars as reckless driving with criminal penalties. In contrast, Spain allows motorcycles to use the shoulder under strict conditions, aiming to protect riders in traffic jams.
Spanish highways roll out real time speed limits with smart sensors
From October 1, drivers on major Catalan highways will see speed limits that change on the fly. Spain’s traffic authority is testing a system where sensors and algorithms set the pace based on weather, congestion, and accidents.
Six cars that hold their value best in Spain after three years
Not all new cars lose value at the same speed. Here are the six models in Spain that keep the highest resale price after three years, based on real demand, reliability and DGT emissions label.
Letizia brings back Pertegaz dress for Macron state visit
Queen Letizia welcomed Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron in a grey pearl Pertegaz dress. Readers of ¡HOLA! chose the design as the best royal look of 2019.
Gonzalo Suárez dies at 92, and Spanish culture loses its rebel
Gonzalo Suárez died at home in Madrid on September 29, 2026, aged 92. His restless career moved through cinema, literature, journalism and fantasy without accepting the usual rules of success.
Dacia Sandero tops Spanish car sales as market nears pre-pandemic levels
Car sales in Spain jumped 7.8% in June 2026. Dacia Sandero led the way, while electric and plug-in hybrids grabbed a bigger share of the market.
Spotify outage slows listening across Spain
Reports began in Spain at 15:50 on Tuesday 29 September. Users reported failed connections, slow loading and problems with playback across Spotify's mobile apps and web version.
Esperanza Aguirre: Maricarmen case is a smokescreen for Ceuta crisis
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home has set off a fierce political storm. Esperanza Aguirre says the case is being used to distract from Spain’s migration crisis and the future of Ceuta and Melilla.
Gonzalo Suárez leaves Spanish cinema with a restless legacy
Gonzalo Suárez has died at his Madrid home aged 92. He leaves behind 21 films and a literary career shaped by experimentation.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's National Visual Arts Award
Spain's Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín the 2026 National Visual Arts Award. The €30,000 prize recognises a career built around gender, folklore and cultural power.
Pedro Sánchez puts Spain's housing decree before Congress
The Council of Ministers is due to take up emergency housing measures on Tuesday. The plan still faces a hard vote over room rentals and automatic contract renewals.
Madrid landlord signals deal for Maricarmen to return home
After a high-profile eviction and days of tense negotiations, Ricardo Alonso of Urbagestión has confirmed a preliminary agreement that could allow Maricarmen Abascal, 87, to move back into her Madrid apartment. The new rent would be set at around 30% of her net income, pending final approval.
Continuous Oil Leaks Block Spanish Cars from Passing Inspection
A persistent oil drip can instantly disqualify your petrol car from Spain’s ITV inspection. Mechanic Pedro Bastida explains why this overlooked issue is both dangerous and easy to spot, urging drivers to check before heading to the test.
Two Million Euro Bonoloto Prize Hits Bravo Murillo
A single Bonoloto ticket validated at La Rubia de Oro on Madrid's Bravo Murillo has won €2,025,965.95. The ticket took the entire first-category prize in the 28 September 2026 draw.
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