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Maricarmen Abascal dies at 87 after Madrid eviction
Maricarmen Abascal died on 7 October after being evicted from her Madrid home. Her case sparked protests, a political crisis and a nationwide housing mobilisation, while an agreement reached too late failed to return her to the flat.
Seat Exeo bows out: Spain’s premium sedan experiment comes to a close
Seat’s Exeo set out to give Spanish drivers a taste of premium quality, borrowing Audi A4 bones. The car never caught on with the masses and left the market quietly after a short run.
Gincat System adds Keyence vision machine to factory quality checks
A Keyence vision machine is now part of Gincat System's inspection process in Sant Fruitós de Bages, Barcelona. The system is meant to automate checks and spot possible defects more consistently, but independent sources do not confirm its model or performance.
Renault celebrates 75 years in Spain with five hybrid SUVs on show
Renault brought all five of its Spanish-built hybrid SUVs to Zaragoza, putting the spotlight on local manufacturing and the brand’s push into electrification. The event marked a milestone for Renault’s presence in Spain and gathered its key hybrid models in one place.
Spain’s first registered car wore the PM 1 plate in Palma
Spain’s first officially registered car was a Clement quadricycle with a De Dion Bouton engine. It got the PM-1 plate in Palma de Mallorca in 1900, kicking off the country’s motoring story.
Ciudad Real draws Spain’s food tourism leaders to chart a new course
Ciudad Real hosts the IV Jornadas de Destinos Enogastronómicos, where top voices debate how local food and wine can fuel tourism and rural growth. The event puts the region at the center of Spain’s culinary travel ambitions.
RTX Spark Laptops Put PC Gaming on the Launch Menu
NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops will support hundreds of PC games at launch, with Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, Alan Wake II and Valorant among the demonstrated titles. The first systems are scheduled to ship on October 16, while Call of Duty is not expected until 2027.
Late Notice Can Keep Landlords Tied to a Rental for Five More Years
A reported BOE housing measure changes how Spanish rental contracts end. Owners must give six months' notice or face automatic extensions and possible compensation, although the final effect depends on the applicable decree and its parliamentary status.
Seat 1200 Sport Bocanegra: Fifty years since Spain’s boldest coupé broke the mold
Fifty years ago, the Seat 1200 Sport Bocanegra hit Spanish roads with a look and attitude all its own. Born in Martorell, this lightweight coupé marked a turning point for Seat, showing the world what Spanish engineering could do.
Ana Peleteiro faces heartbreak after sudden loss of her dog Lea
Ana Peleteiro has revealed the unexpected death of her dog Lea, marking a painful moment in her life. The athlete opened up on social media, describing the impact of Lea’s passing and reflecting on the bond they shared over a decade.
Rosalía takes Spain's National Award for Current Music with LUX
Rosalía has received Spain's National Award for Current Music for LUX. The four-act album uses 13 languages, orchestral production and global collaborations, earning the 2026 prize and its €30,000 award.
Half of Spanish students hit by cyberattacks during online learning
Nearly one in two students in Spain experienced a cyber incident while studying online or in hybrid formats. Malware, hacked accounts, and fraudulent educational offers are now routine threats for the country’s digital learners.
Spain's doctors put indefinite strike on hold after election call
Spain's doctors have postponed the indefinite stoppage planned for 28 October after the call for general elections. The protest remains active and could return if the next government rejects their demands.
Spain’s official car fleet balloons under Sánchez, but charging points fall short
Spain’s government car fleet has swelled to 700 vehicles and 900 drivers under Pedro Sánchez, but the rush to electrify is running into a wall of missing charging stations and daily headaches.
Ingredalia takes FoodTech award for sulforaphane platform
Ingredalia has won a FoodTech Emprende Award in Barcelona. The Navarra startup received the prize for its bioactive sulforaphane platform for functional foods.
Maricarmen Abascal's death turns Madrid housing protest into a vigil
At least several hundred people marched across Madrid on 7 October after 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal died following her eviction. Candles, poems and a manifesto turned the housing protest into a public vigil outside Congress.
RBE shareholders line up a €2.5 billion takeover plan
Gregorio Jiménez is assembling a majority bloc for Restaurant Brands Europe. The proposed deal could value the group at up to €2.5 billion including debt.
Housing unions set Spain-wide strike for 11 November
Housing unions and major labor organizations have called a 24-hour strike after Congress rejected two housing decrees. The 11 November action will put rents, public housing, wages and the cost of living at the center of Spain's snap election campaign.
UCO report puts ex-judge at heart of Badajoz pressure case
A UCO report names former judge Luis José Sáenz de Tejada Vallejo in an alleged campaign against Beatriz Biedma. Investigators are examining possible pressure on the case involving Pedro Sánchez's brother.
BYD Great Tang SUV smashes sales records with 40,222 units in three months
BYD’s Great Tang SUV has shaken up the market, racking up over 150,000 pre-orders and delivering 40,222 units in just three months. The 5.2-meter flagship, starting at €31,920, is set to hit Europe by 2026, taking aim at established brands with its size and tech.
Maricarmen Abascal dies after eviction that shook Spain
Maricarmen Abascal died in Madrid after her eviction. Her case sparked protests across Spain and pushed housing to the centre of the country's political crisis.
TVE brings back its news legends for a 70th anniversary reunion
TVE will reunite historic news presenters for its 70th anniversary. Two commemorative bulletins will bring familiar faces back to Torrespaña and revisit seven decades of broadcasting.
Pension hikes in limbo as Spain’s November election stalls budget process
Spain’s snap election on November 29 has thrown pension increases for 2027 into doubt. With no new budget and a caretaker government likely, retirees face a legal maze and political delays over how their payments will be updated.
Independent unions reject CCOO and UGT strike call
CSIF, Fetico and USO will not join the 24-hour strike planned for 11 November. They question its political timing and say labour demands should stay separate from the election campaign, while CCOO and UGT present the action as a wider fight over wages, housing and prices.
Maricarmen Abascal dies after Madrid eviction
Maricarmen Abascal died in Madrid on 7 October after spending 15 days in hospital following her eviction. Her case has sparked protests and fresh political pressure over Spain's housing crisis.
Grupo Sanitario Ribera ramps up expansion drive across Spain and Portugal
Grupo Sanitario Ribera is moving fast to double its presence, snapping up hospitals and clinics across Spain and Portugal. The company’s leaders see consolidation as the only way forward for private healthcare.
Televisión Española turns seventy with a live broadcast from its roots
Televisión Española celebrates seventy years on air with special programming. Legendary presenters will return to the screen, while a small Madrid village takes center stage in the festivities.
Spanish health expert demands patient-first overhaul in public healthcare
Jaime Rodríguez-Arana, professor of administrative law, says Spain’s healthcare system needs to put people before paperwork. He warns that bureaucracy and old habits are holding back patient care, and urges open data and real quality checks.
Maricarmen dies after Madrid housing fight turns her into a national symbol
María del Carmen Abascal died after years defending her rented home in Madrid. Her case sparked protests, encampments and a government response on housing.
José Mota finds freedom in the streets of his childhood
For José Mota, coming home to pan y chocolate after school is tied to the freedom he once knew in Montiel. His memories open a window onto a Spain where childhood meant independence and simple pleasures.
Maricarmen Abascal dies after eviction fight in Madrid
Maricarmen Abascal, forced out of her Madrid home after seventy years, has died at 87. Her battle against eviction sparked protests and changed Spain's housing debate.
Ana Locking brings her story and style to Pasapalabra
Ana Locking, celebrated Spanish designer and Drag Race España judge, joins Pasapalabra as a celebrity guest. Her path blends creative risk, public acclaim, and personal strength.
Electric cars grab a third of Europe's car sales as Spain picks up speed
Electric cars now make up a third of new car sales across Europe. With fuel prices climbing and more affordable models on offer, Spain is finally starting to close the gap after years of slow progress.
EU combustion car ban stalls as 2035 deadline slips into doubt
Brussels has pulled the plug on a crucial vote to end sales of combustion engine cars by 2035, throwing the EU’s climate plan and the future of Europe’s car industry into uncertainty.
Gabriel Rufián faces pushback from ERC over election list demands
Gabriel Rufián’s future as ERC’s lead candidate is up in the air after party rules blocked his bid to control the electoral list. With critics stepping forward and leadership support uncertain, ERC’s internal rifts are now out in the open.
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