All news
24890 news
Estopa sets July 2027 date at Madrid’s Metropolitano
Estopa’s «La Maketa» tour reaches Madrid’s Riyadh Air Metropolitano on 9 July 2027. Buyers who pre-order the physical album through the band’s website will get early access to tickets.
Málaga manager drives 220 km to reach restaurant job
A restaurant manager in Málaga province drives 220 km each working day because coastal housing is unaffordable. Her 48,400 km annual commute brings heavy fuel and vehicle costs.
Apple brings LG and Schneider into the smart home
Apple’s collection pairs cameras with a video doorbell, then adds a smart lock. LG Electronics and Schneider Electric supply the hardware. US and Canadian sales start in December; UK sales do too. Spain has no date or euro prices.
Colau urges left parties to unite ahead of 29 November vote
ERC’s arrangement with Podemos guarantees no winnable list positions. The dispute over a broader left-wing alliance unfolds as Spain’s monarchs begin a historic visit to Ceuta.
AI doubts and earnings fears weigh on European shares
The Ibex 35 and Europe’s major markets fell as investors weighed AI spending against high earnings expectations. Puig outperformed after Givaudan reported fragrance growth.
Estopa brings its 1997 demo back for a 2027 tour
Estopa will release La Maketa on 20 November, revisiting songs from the demo that launched the Muñoz brothers’ career. Their 2027 tour includes a Barcelona stadium concert on 18 June.
Felipe VI and Letizia will visit Ceuta after July crossings
The King and Queen are due in Ceuta on Tuesday, after about 70,000 migrants entered from Morocco in late July. Their programme includes a school visit and a memorial for those who died.
Vari Caramés wins Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize
Galician photographer Vari Caramés has won Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize, worth €30,000. The jury cited his contribution to artistic photography and his role in renewing Galician culture since the 1980s.
Apple sets Spain price for new Apple TV 4K at €349
Reservations opened on 13 October, with the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K due in Spain on 13 November for €349. Its new surround setup pairs four HomePod mini 2 speakers or four second-generation HomePods.
Ceuta Crowd Cheers Royals, Then Whistles at Minister
Thousands cheered Felipe VI and Letizia before whistling at minister Ángel Víctor Torres on the city hall balcony. The Kings are due at a memorial for migrants who died at sea.
Avatr targets Spain for a six-model rollout from 2027
Avatr expects to enter Spain in the first half of 2027, then introduce six models over three years. The 06T and 07L are first in line, with European service support also planned.
AITO targets Europe in 2027 with a 1,474km SUV
Huawei-linked AITO plans to enter Europe in autumn 2027, with four SUV lines in view. Spain could be a market, but the company has not said where it will sell its vehicles.
Spanish Mechanic Builds Gold Coast Business in Four Years
José Miguel Olegario launched a mobile repair business in Australia six months after arriving. He now runs a workshop and a car sales operation, while pointing to one major difference from Spain: no fixed self-employed fee.
Vari Caramés Takes Spain’s 2026 Photography Prize
Vari Caramés has received Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize, worth €30,000. The jury praised his use of blur and the role his work has played in Galician culture since the 1980s.
Prado puts Ricardo de Madrazo in view
The Prado’s first exhibition devoted to Ricardo de Madrazo brings together 29 sketchbooks spanning 1867 to 1917. The show follows his travels and his work as a copyist, while documenting his place in the Madrazo family.
Estopa bring their first demo back with La Maketa
La Maketa arrives on 20 November, restoring Estopa material from before the band’s breakthrough. The double album pairs new versions of seven demo songs and three tracks absent from the original with home and studio recordings; four stadium dates follow in June and July 2027.
La 1 leads Spain’s TV ratings with National Day parade
RTVE says the parade averaged 2,722,000 viewers and a 50.5% share, while the wider special averaged 2,254,000 with a 47.5% share. La 1 led the day with 15.2%.
Gamarra presses Sánchez over Moroccan vessels
Cuca Gamarra says officials knew Moroccan vessels had entered Spanish waters before the government acknowledged it. She also challenges the handling of the Ley de Nietos and court-ordered voting safeguards.
Developmental disorders raise children’s bullying risk six to eightfold
Children with developmental disorders face six to eight times the bullying risk of their peers. In LINKlusive, victimisation among primary pupils with special educational needs fell 45.6% in the intervention group, though the reported result lacks independent verification of its sample or assessment method.
Barcelona hotel gives a writer’s pen name architectural form
At Sir Victor, curved limestone and a library connect the hotel to Caterina Albert i Paradís, who wrote under the name Víctor Català.
Tres Cantos voters have until October 19 to check the register
Residents can check their electoral details from October 12 to 19 ahead of the November 29 general election. The INE says corrections must be filed in that window, with no separate noon deadline on October 20.
PSOE-Linked Figures Hold Senior Posts at Spain’s Audit Court
Llanos Castellanos was reportedly named manager without an open competition, while another former PSOE official holds a senior court post. The claims remain unconfirmed by other authoritative sources as judges investigate alleged party-financing irregularities.
Spain’s Royal Visit Puts Morocco Ties Under Strain
Felipe VI is due in Ceuta and Melilla on October 13 and 14, 2026. Javier Caraballo says Madrid must pair the visit with credible diplomacy as tensions with Morocco persist.
Supreme Court Keeps 163,020 Grandchildren’s Votes Suspended
Spain’s Supreme Court has refused to lift the suspension affecting an estimated 163,020 beneficiaries of the law of grandchildren. Those affected may have to challenge the ruling again before seeking constitutional protection.
AVE fire halts Madrid-Barcelona trains before services resume
A fire in an AVE’s rear cab stopped high-speed traffic near Ricla. All 283 passengers in one account were evacuated without injuries, though EFE and Telemadrid reported 380 people aboard.
Citroën Shows Electric 2CV Work Van Without a Production Plan
At the Paris Motor Show 2026, Citroën showed an electric study of its 2CV work van, first launched in 1951. The passenger-car 2CV Concept is planned for 2028; the van has no confirmed production plan.
Spain’s Financia Europa account waits on tax rules
Economy expects Financia Europa to raise tax revenue by shifting savings into investments. Providers cannot market the account until tax-reporting rules take effect and their products are ready.
Newly naturalised voters get five days to challenge suspension
The Supreme Court has kept the voting suspension in place for some newly naturalised Spaniards. Affected voters have five days to join the case, but an individual appeal may not restore the right for everyone.
Philip Hoare reads William Blake through the whale
In Barcelona, Hoare traces Blake’s sea creatures through Melville and T. E. Lawrence. His 520-page book takes an associative route that can leave readers searching for the thread.
Four parties put Ada Colau forward for Frente Amplio
Four parties have proposed Ada Colau to lead Frente Amplio in the 29 November election. They say the invitation to Podemos remains open as they press for a united project.
Valencia sets dementia course for neurology residents
Residents are due to gather in Valencia on 11 and 12 December for a SEN course on neurodegenerative dementias. The programme includes clinical cases across both days.
Remote attacks disrupt supermarkets in three countries
Remote tampering pushed refrigerator temperatures as high as 50°C in French supermarkets, spoiling stock at hundreds of stores. Belgium and the Netherlands faced separate retail disruptions, and investigators have not linked the incidents.
Fire shuts Madrid to Barcelona high-speed line for five hours
Flames in an AVE’s rear cab forced 283 passengers off near Ricla. Two received care for dizziness as the fire halted 40 train movements on a holiday.
Madrid Sol clashes leave young woman detained
A young woman was detained after bottles were thrown near Puerta del Sol. At least two people had been detained by day's end, and a police officer was injured.
Hyundai Adds a Full Hybrid to the 2027 Bayon
Hyundai has added cabin equipment associated with larger vehicles, while petrol engines remain the range’s starting point. A 138 hp full hybrid is planned for 2027; Spanish prices and dealer timing remain unconfirmed.
Page 1 by 20