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Sánchez calls for global controls after sharp rise in AI child abuse material
Pedro Sánchez is calling for global rules to protect children from the risks of artificial intelligence. Spain supports a 16-year social media age limit as international groups warn about the rapid spread of AI-generated abuse material.
One dead and 13 injured in fire at Catalan care home
One resident died after a fire broke out at a care home in L'Ametlla del Vallès. Thirteen people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation, while emergency crews assisted 78 people and evacuated residents from two floors.
Spain flooded with used car imports as odometer fraud goes unchecked
Over 55,000 used cars landed in Spain in just three months of 2026. Most arrived with no way to check their real mileage, leaving buyers open to odometer scams and hidden wear.
Partner of architect Josep Juanpere arrested in Madrid after Baqueira death
Police in Madrid have arrested a woman in connection with the death of architect Josep Juanpere i Miret, found dead in Baqueira during the Christmas holidays. The case is still under strict judicial secrecy as investigators look into what happened.
Telefónica España makes devices a standalone business
Telefónica España is creating a dedicated hardware division inside its residential B2C business. Alberto Ruano will lead it from 1 October 2026 after more than 25 years in technology management, including senior roles at Lenovo.
Diesel price surge hits Spanish drivers with record refueling costs
Spanish drivers now pay up to 30 euros more per tank as diesel prices jump. With over half the country’s cars running on diesel and most vehicles getting older, Spain faces some of the highest fuel costs in Europe.
Telefónica España puts devices at the center of its growth plan
Telefónica España will create a dedicated hardware division inside B2C on 1 October 2026. The unit will manage the device business across products, sales, logistics and finance as Movistar expands beyond smartphones.
Permanent Council of State seats offer lifetime power and luxury
A rare internal move has revealed the extraordinary perks Spain’s permanent Council of State members enjoy. These lifetime appointees get fixed salaries, official cars, and real sway over government laws.
Nagano brings Sibelius and Beethoven to Madrid
Kent Nagano returns to Madrid with Sibelius and Beethoven. Veronika Eberle joins the ONE for a programme that also features Núria Giménez-Comas and her vision of a threatened future.
Personalized phage therapy saves a war-injured limb
A Spanish-led treatment cleared a stubborn battlefield infection. The patient avoided amputation and regained some elbow movement after receiving a bacteriophage alongside colistin.
Spanish trucker Jesús Dueñas faces the real life of US highways
Jesús Dueñas left Spain for the endless roads of the US. His story shows the hard routine, rare perks, and tough choices that come with driving a truck across America.
Daniella Bustamante walks the red carpet solo at Las Ventas
At 18, Daniella Bustamante made her first solo entrance at a major Madrid event. Her confident debut at the GEN ¡H! awards marks a new phase as she starts university and faces more public attention.
Nine citizens will decide Begoña Gómez's trial
Begoña Gómez will face nine citizens without legal training in court. They will decide whether she is guilty or not guilty in a case involving influence peddling and embezzlement.
Madrid’s low emission zones spark confusion as Spanish cities go their own way
Madrid’s low emission zone is just one part of a messy national rollout. With every city making its own rules and pushing back deadlines, drivers are left guessing what’s allowed and what’s not. The result: frustration on the roads and little sign of cleaner air.
Spain becomes the new hub for Chinese carmakers in Europe
Chinese carmakers are turning their focus to Spain. With big investments in factories and battery plants, Spain is quickly becoming a key player in Europe’s auto industry.
Leapmotor eyes Madrid plant as B10 tops Spain’s electric SUV sales
Leapmotor’s B10 has surged to the top of Spain’s electric SUV market, but the company still hasn’t picked which model will be built in Madrid. The decision could shake up Spain’s EV industry.
Omoda 5 hybrid SUV hits 30,000 sales in Spain, reshaping the market
Omoda 5 has crossed 30,000 sales in Spain, with its hybrid model now making up almost 90% of all units sold. The quick move from gasoline to hybrid is changing what Spanish SUV buyers want.
Spain opens fast track for Chinese companies as US and UK investment drops
Spain is setting up a fast track for Chinese firms, hoping to fill the gap as US and UK money dries up. The government will now handle all major investment approvals from Moncloa, promising faster decisions for big projects.
La bola negra brings Lorca's unfinished work to the screen
La bola negra reaches Spanish cinemas on 25 September. Los Javis connect Lorca with queer identity and a family's buried memory across three timelines.
Millions in Spain may have restless legs syndrome without a diagnosis
More than two million people in Spain may have restless legs syndrome. Up to 90% of cases may go undiagnosed while symptoms disrupt sleep and daily rest.
Aitana brings Spain to Vogue World 2026 in Milan
Aitana joined Vogue World 2026 in Milan in a white Fendi look. The event brought fashion stars and performers together around Italian craftsmanship, technology and a livestream watched around the world.
Ceuta crisis puts Robles and Marlaska under new pressure in Congress
The opposition will question four ministers over the Ceuta crisis. Margarita Robles and Fernando Grande-Marlaska face the toughest scrutiny after conflicting accounts of intelligence warnings and a recent parliamentary reprimand.
Heat alerts put Galicia and the Canary Islands on Spain's weather map
Spain will stay mostly settled on Wednesday, but heat will build in several regions. Galicia and the Canary Islands are under yellow alerts as temperatures move toward 37 degrees.
Morocco says Western Sahara dispute is on an irreversible path
Morocco says the Western Sahara dispute has entered an irreversible phase. Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita tied the claim to a 2025 Security Council resolution and rejected a return to the status quo.
Spain faces record-breaking four-month summer as heat rewrites the season
Spain just lived through its longest, hottest summer in more than 150 years. Two out of every three days brought heatwave conditions, starting in mid-May and still not letting up. The north and northeast saw the sharpest spikes.
Daniella Bustamante makes solo debut at GEN ¡H! Awards
Daniella Bustamante, daughter of Paula Echevarría and David Bustamante, made her first solo appearance at the GEN ¡H! Awards in Madrid. Her confident entrance and striking style mark a new phase for one of Spain’s most watched young faces.
Catalan court backs firing of teacher who refused duties and defied school rules
A Catalan secondary school teacher making over €2,300 a month was fired for refusing to grade students, skipping meetings, and working remotely without approval. The region’s top court has ruled the dismissal was justified, drawing a clear line on teacher autonomy in private schools.
Europe faces record diesel costs as drivers pay the price
Diesel prices in Europe have jumped, hitting drivers and truckers with a daily bill of €203 million. The crisis shows how exposed Europe’s diesel-heavy vehicle fleet is—and raises urgent questions about the future of transport.
Morocco hardens its Western Sahara position at the UN
Nasser Bourita presented autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty as the only path for Western Sahara. His speech came hours after Pedro Sánchez criticised Morocco's border control.
RTVE keeps its Eurovision 2027 boycott proposal
RTVE will ask its board to keep Spain out of Eurovision 2027. The UER has announced new safeguards but will not exclude Israel, leaving the final decision with RTVE's directors.
Nine Madrid citizens will decide Begoña Gómez's trial
Nine citizens will decide whether Begoña Gómez and Cristina Álvarez are guilty. Their selection will pass through lotteries, legal exclusions and challenges before the trial begins.
Delcy Rodríguez crosses the UN floor to ask Sánchez to keep Venezuela talks open
Delcy Rodríguez approached Pedro Sánchez inside the UN plenary and asked Spain to keep talks on Venezuela moving. Sánchez agreed to continue the contact.
Anonymous writer offers to cover Madrid tenant's rent before eviction
An anonymous writer has offered to cover the rent shortfall for Maricarmen, an 87-year-old Retiro resident facing eviction after 71 years in her home. The owner must now decide whether to accept the offer.
Venezuelans in New York challenge Delcy Rodríguez at UN
Venezuelans gathered outside the United Nations to protest Delcy Rodríguez's visit. They questioned her authority and the decisions being made in Venezuela's name.
El mal padre pone a Atresmedia Cine ante su gran prueba familiar
Atresmedia Cine presenta El mal padre en San Sebastián. Eduard Fernández interpreta a un padre que se enfrenta a sus hijos durante un reencuentro lleno de reproches y heridas familiares.
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