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.
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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.
Alonso's Mexican GP qualifying ends after an ERS fault
A water-pressure fault in the ERS stopped Alonso before he could make a second qualifying run in Mexico. He was around 12th, close to Q3, and lost the chance to improve.
Police deployment prevents major Blocus-linked Halloween unrest
Spanish cities reported no major incidents on Halloween night after calls linked to Blocus circulated online. Two people connected with the movement also entered prison under separate judicial decisions.
Blocus operation identifies 2,264 people across Catalonia
More than 1,000 Mossos d’Esquadra officers took part in the Blocus operation across Catalonia. Police identified 2,264 people and made three arrests as online calls to loot shops ended without incident.
Feijóo recasts PP campaign around governing credentials
After the Urda train disaster killed 69 people the PP is shifting its campaign towards competence and government responsibility. Feijóo wants the 29 November election to become a verdict on the PSOE government while the party watches for Vox gains.
Toledo medics used an ambulance shuttle after rail crash
Sergio Esteban says access problems at the AVE wreckage ruled out heavy medical units, prompting crews to form an ambulance shuttle in Toledo. The collision left 69 people dead and more than 100 injured.
Semaf seeks to bar normal train operations after LZB or ERTMS failures
Semaf has asked the AESF to urgently revise rules governing LZB and ERTMS failures. It wants trains barred from normal running when an outage could leave two trains in the same signalling section.
Mercedes-Benz displays eight Popemobiles at the Vatican
León XIV attended the Vatican opening of “A century of Popemobiles”. The display brings together eight vehicles built for papal use, including a Benz Patent Motor Car alongside later Mercedes saloons and off-roaders.
Volkswagen plans Moroccan battery materials plant for Sagunto
PowerCo and Gotion are preparing a 100,000-tonne-a-year materials plant in Kenitra, with some output intended for Sagunto. The partnership aims to diversify supply as Volkswagen expands LFP battery production in Europe.
Five Catalan carmakers that disappeared
Seat's possible disappearance has a precedent in Catalonia's automotive history. La Cuadra, Hispano-Suiza, Elizalde, David and Pegaso all ceased car production or were absorbed.
Barcelona markets sell €8 caps for childhood cancer campaign
The 26th Posa’t la Gorra! campaign will sell its €8 cap at 21 Barcelona municipal markets on 7 November. Proceeds support AFANOC services for children and young people with cancer and their families.
Why UPS delivery vans avoid left turns
UPS says its routing system keeps delivery drivers away from left turns, reducing junction waits and fuel use. It claims annual savings of up to 38 million litres, while also citing collision risk.
Toledo Cathedral to hold funeral for Urda rail victims
Recovery crews began lifting carriages in Urda on Saturday as specialists searched for biological remains. The death toll stands at 69 and is not yet final. The Catedral de Toledo is due to host a memorial within days.
DGT chief defends V16 beacon despite driver resistance
More than half of drivers have not bought a V16 beacon and say they do not intend to, despite the DGT’s safety case. Officers are reportedly not instructed to penalise motorists just for lacking one.
Leonor marks 21st birthday with family lunch in Zarzuela
Princess Leonor spent her 21st birthday at a family lunch in Zarzuela on 31 October, according to a television report. The gathering took place during official mourning for the Urda rail disaster, with 69 deaths recorded in the latest figures cited.
Honda power fault ends Alonso's Mexican GP qualifying
Fernando Alonso was fastest early in Q1 before a water-pressure fault in the Honda power unit forced him to stop near the pits. The failure ended his chance of reaching Q2.
Leonor turned 21 during Spain’s national mourning period
Princess Leonor turned 21 on Saturday, 31 October, the third day of national mourning after the Urda rail tragedy. Pedro Jota Fernández said celebrations were expected to be limited to a family meal.
Blocus-linked 18-year-old remanded in Barcelona without bail
A Barcelona court has ordered an 18-year-old linked to the violent digital group Blocus into provisional detention without bail. The judge cited indications of a conspiracy to cause public disorder and alleged membership of a criminal group.
AI picks the Ineos Grenadier for a zombie escape
The AI favours the Quartermaster Trialmaster diesel for its four-wheel lead and load capacity. Its 249 CV BMW engine is framed as a practical choice if paved routes become impassable.
PP tells Sánchez to skip cultural posts during mourning
The Partido Popular’s official X account warned Pedro Sánchez against posting a book or music recommendation during Spain’s three days of official mourning. The Urda rail disaster has killed at least 69 people.