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France and Morocco move ahead with new undersea power cable
France and Morocco are working on a high voltage undersea cable to link their power grids. This project could change how energy moves between Europe and North Africa, especially after Morocco’s failed UK deal.
Sánchez faces tough questions at Harvard forum
Pedro Sánchez defended his record before Harvard students. Questions about corruption, Pegasus and Venezuela pushed artificial intelligence aside and put the political disputes around his government at the center of the event.
Germany's Economic Model Faces Its Hardest Test
Germany's industrial engine is losing power as the AfD advances. The CDU is weakened, while pressure grows over jobs, energy and Europe's direction.
Junts under fire as Maricarmen's eviction sparks housing fight
The forced eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from her Madrid home has set off a political storm. With a new housing decree up for debate, Junts per Catalunya faces public anger and tough questions about its stance on property owner protections.
Maricarmen refuses city care after eviction, sparking Madrid hospital standoff
Evicted from her longtime home, 87-year-old Maricarmen remains in a Madrid hospital and keeps saying no to a city-run residence. Her case has set off political fights and left her future up in the air, even as officials say help is still on the table.
Spain's regulated gas tariff could rise by more than 50%
Spain's regulated gas tariff could rise by more than 50% in October. The final figure is due this month, but the Government has not said whether it will step in.
Desigual intenta recuperar el pulso que perdió
Desigual is rebuilding its business after a sharp decline. Digital sales and younger customers offer early signs of recovery, but the company still has to turn that change into steady growth.
BBVA tries out car sales and iPhone rentals in Turkey
BBVA is breaking out of its banking mold in Turkey, selling used cars and renting iPhones through Garanti. The bank is testing these new business lines before deciding if Spain will get them too.
Maricarmen eviction forces government to act on housing crisis
The forced removal of 87-year-old Maricarmen from her lifelong home has triggered a political storm in Spain. With public outrage mounting, the government faces urgent demands to approve new housing protections and prevent a wider social backlash.
León XIV takes Europe's Catholic message to France
León XIV begins a four-day visit to France with major religious and political stakes. Notre Dame and Lourdes will frame a journey shaped by large crowds, tight security and meetings with abuse survivors.
Madrid eviction triggers scramble over Spain's housing law
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen in Madrid has pushed the Spanish government into urgent talks with Junts and other partners over a new emergency housing decree. The outcome could change protections for vulnerable tenants and shake up the coalition.
Rent arrears behind most evictions in Spain
Unpaid rent caused 65% of Spain's evictions in early 2026. The total fell sharply from a year earlier, while Catalonia recorded the most court-ordered removals.
Spanish banks turn AI into a shield against AI
Spain's major banks are preparing AI risk plans for the ECB. The measures include controlled AI tools that can spot hostile activity before it reaches critical systems.
U2 puts Rosalía's name on its most mysterious new track
Rosalía appears in the title of a song on U2's new album, but her role is still unknown. The record arrives on 13 November and also features Dolly Parton on its closing track.
Contemporary Istanbul puts Jaume Plensa and Johnny Depp in focus
Contemporary Istanbul opens to the public with two very different works. Jaume Plensa brings a seven-metre sculpture to the Golden Horn, while Johnny Depp presents his first sculpture in bronze.
EQT lines up €1.7 billion sale of Parques Reunidos
EQT has hired JPMorgan to prepare a sale of Parques Reunidos at a valuation of around €1.7 billion. Industrial operators including Merlin Entertainments and Compagnie des Alpes could take part in the process.
Morocco promises cooperation on migrant returns from Ceuta
Morocco says it will cooperate with Spain on returning migrants from Ceuta. The promise still leaves thousands in limbo, including about 3,000 minors.
Spain has seen 272000 evictions under Pedro Sánchez
More than 272000 families have been evicted in Spain since 2018. Rental arrears account for most cases, and courts may now resume launches after legal protections ended.
Spain's housing decree could reach beyond evictions
The Government wants the new housing decree to address more than evictions. Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez says it could also affect students and landlords if Congress supports it.
Johnny Depp unveils his first sculpture in Istanbul
Johnny Depp has presented his first sculpture at Contemporary Istanbul. The two-metre white bronze work draws on a childhood drawing by his son and a recurring dream from Depp's own childhood.
Spanish cities jam up as motorcycles crowd the streets
Motorcycles are taking over Spanish roads, but city layouts still favor cars. Riders and industry leaders now demand dedicated lanes and updated rules as daily commutes turn into a fight for space.
Ceuta president backs moving some migrant minors to mainland Spain
Juan Jesús Vivas, president of Ceuta, now says a small group of unaccompanied migrant minors who cannot be sent back to Morocco may be moved to the Spanish mainland. This breaks with the Partido Popular’s hard line and shows clear splits inside the party.
Lynk & Co shakes up Spain’s car scene with a new look and approach
Lynk & Co cars are catching eyes in Spain with their low-key badge and digital-first style. Backed by Geely, the brand is changing what drivers expect from modern cars and how they get behind the wheel.
Chinese car brands push Spanish auto sales back to pre-pandemic levels
Car sales in Spain have finally bounced back to pre-pandemic numbers, but the real shift is the fast rise of Chinese brands. The market is growing, but the winners are changing.
Drone delays Iberia landing in Melilla
A drone operating from Moroccan airspace delayed an Iberia landing in Melilla on 22 September. Spain has asked Morocco to adjust drone flight levels, while AENA says the airport had no cancellations and did not need to close its airspace.
Trump restores White House access after court order
CNN MSNOW and Politico returned to the White House after a federal judge intervened. The temporary order protects their access until October 8.
Respiratory viruses rise as schools and workplaces reopen
Covid, flu and colds are spreading more as schools and workplaces return to normal. The main trigger is renewed close contact, not the arrival of autumn itself.
Choosing the right car parts platform in Spain is about more than price
A wrong car part order can cost Spanish drivers and workshops far more than a few euros. We break down how Autodoc España, Oscaro, and Avtopro really help—or fail to help—people avoid wasted time and money.
Autumn heatwave breaks records in northern Spain
Spain is in the grip of a rare autumn heatwave. Temperatures have soared to 37ºC in the north, and warnings are out for several regions. Meteorologists say the heat will stick around well into October, pushing back the start of winter.
Verborrea turns punk rebellion into Madrid theatre
Pablo Remón brings Verborrea to Madrid with Javier Cámara, Israel Elejalde, Marta Nieto and Emilio Tomé. The play links a fictional punk band from the late 1980s to a family shaped by Francoism.
El Gran Wyoming stands firm on his Madrid property empire
El Gran Wyoming, a mainstay on Spanish TV, owns 19 properties in Madrid. He says he owes no one an explanation for putting his money into real estate, even after public backlash and a hefty tax fine.
Housing Is Spain's Biggest Problem
Housing has become Spain's main concern, according to the monthly CIS survey. Prices have reached a record, the country faces a structural shortage of homes, and pressure is spreading beyond its biggest cities. The poll asks who should be held responsible.
Amaia Montero's stage mishap fuels fresh Madrid concert speculation
Amaia Montero was trapped beneath the stage during a Madrid concert. A changed lyric then revived speculation about Leire Martínez and La Oreja de Van Gogh.
Alejandro Sanz llega a la Gran Vía con un musical nacido en España
Stage Entertainment estrena en Madrid una historia original construida con canciones de Alejandro Sanz. El montaje mezcla mar, flamenco y una escenografía que cambia ante los ojos del público.
Zamora drivers pay some of Spain's highest car inspection fees
Drivers in Zamora face some of the steepest ITV bills in Spain. With Castilla y León charging 47 euros for petrol cars, the gap with cheaper regions is hard to ignore.
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